[Xiao Yi Xian experiences jealousy and suspicion, emotion value +120]
Hearing the system prompt, Gu Fei couldn't help but furrow his brow. "When did this girl become so sensitive…"
He met Xiao Yi Xian's gaze and smiled as he responded, "I saw her briefly when I went to the Pill Tower earlier today to discuss matters with Xuan Kong Zi."
'Just saw her briefly? Can a woman who looks like an enchantress be so enthusiastic about greeting someone on the street just because of that?' Xiao Yi Xian still felt uneasy after hearing Gu Fei's explanation.
However, she eventually chose to trust him, as his attitude toward that woman was quite indifferent. Even if that woman had any improper intentions, it seemed to be just wishful thinking on her part. In fact, it only proved how attractive her brother was!
"Yes, it was a coincidence, Miss Cao Ying. I have something else to do, so I'll be going now!"
Gu Fei casually acknowledged Cao Ying and was ready to leave. Seeing Gu Fei respond this way to Cao Ying, Xiao Yi Xian felt much more at ease. She affectionately moved closer to Gu Fei, the two walking shoulder to shoulder, ready to leave together with Qing Lin, who was watching the situation with a puzzled expression.
"Please wait, Young Master Gu Fei."
Just as Gu Fei took a step forward, a charming and lazy voice called out from behind him. Gu Fei frowned slightly, pausing his steps and turning to look at Cao Ying's alluring face. "Does Miss Cao Ying need something?"
Although Gu Fei was smiling, Cao Ying could clearly see that the smile didn't reach his eyes.
Cao Ying's eyes sparkled with a seductive charm, a natural allure that made it hard for people to look away. She covered her mouth with a smile and said, "Last time we met, we didn't have a deep conversation. Now that we have time, why don't we chat for a while?"
Hearing Cao Ying's invitation, Gu Fei raised an eyebrow. His brief hesitation was, of course, noticed by the Xiao Yi Xian beside him.
Xiao Yi Xian experiences nervousness, emotion value +100
Without hesitation, Xiao Yi Xian openly took Gu Fei's arm, the two now intimately close as if she was asserting her claim in front of Cao Ying. The two women exchanged glances, with underlying tension.
Xiao Yi Xian's beauty, though not as seductive as Cao Ying's, exuded a gentle warmth that was comforting, like a celestial maiden. If Cao Ying was a seductive enchantress, then Xiao Yi Xian was a fairy who had descended to the mortal world...
The two women had completely different temperaments but were equally mesmerizing.
"I don't think that's necessary," Gu Fei noticed Xiao Yi Xian's emotions and immediately rejected Cao Ying.
This rejection was like a cold splash of water on Cao Ying.
Cao Ying experiences shock and frustration, emotion value +60
She had always been proud, and in the vast Pill Tower, there wasn't a man she looked up to. Usually, as soon as she spoke, countless men would flock to her, eager to please. Yet Gu Fei had repeatedly ignored and rejected her, making her feel not only embarrassed but also a strange flame igniting in her heart.
"Young Master Gu Fei, I heard from my teacher that you are also an alchemist. In fact, I came here today to have a sparring session with you!" Cao Ying hid her emotions and spoke again.
"Sparring?"
Hearing Cao Ying's words, Gu Fei chuckled softly, his gaze falling on her. His expression was calm, making it hard to tell whether he was amused or dismissive.
"Of course, this sparring is not about comparing cultivation levels, but rather, a contest of souls!" Cao Ying smiled sweetly, her delicate face exuding a captivating allure.
This woman was like a bewitching fox, every movement enough to drive men crazy. Almost every man around had their eyes fixed on her.
Cao Ying was quite famous in Holy Pill City, not only for her enchanting beauty but also for her exceptional alchemy talent. Some onlookers who recognized her couldn't help but gasp in surprise, their gazes shifting to Gu Fei. Who was this person that made the enchanting Cao Ying challenge him?
Cao Ying's enchanting smile was indeed effective. Even Gu Fei's eyes showed a moment of appreciation, but he only responded indifferently to her challenge: "You're not qualified."
Gu Fei's words were not meant to belittle her but were a sincere reflection of his thoughts. In his perception, Cao Ying's soul power was merely at the late stage of the Mortal Realm, far below his own Spiritual Realm. The difference was like that between an ant and an elephant- completely incomparable.
Cao Ying experiences mild anger, emotion value +60
Gu Fei's blunt words undoubtedly made Cao Ying feel slighted. She subtly adjusted a strand of hair that had fallen on her forehead, her smile becoming even more alluring.
"Young Master Gu Fei, please grant me the honor of a lesson!" Cao Ying shamelessly persisted.
As she spoke, without waiting for Gu Fei's response, her delicate, white hands swiftly formed a seal, and in an instant, the soul power surrounding her rapidly condensed, transforming into a soul phoenix. The phoenix flapped its wings, causing the space around it to twist rapidly. As its flapping speed increased, faint black spatial cracks began to spread around it.
"As expected of the enchantress…"
"I heard her cultivation and soul power have improved a lot since her last retreat. This soul phoenix is truly terrifying!"
The surrounding crowd, witnessing the soul phoenix's power, stepped back in fear.
At this moment, Cao Ying wore a confident smile, her delicate hand lightly waving to control the soul phoenix and press it toward Gu Fei.
"Disperse!" Gu Fei calmly said, his gaze fixed on the soul phoenix. Instantly, an invisible soul storm emerged, tearing the phoenix apart in a blink, reducing it to faint glimmers of light that quickly vanished.
The event happened too quickly and suddenly. The once-powerful phoenix stood no chance against Gu Fei, who didn't even raise a hand, simply uttering a single word.
Cao Ying experiences shock, emotion value +100
Cao Ying's lips bled slightly, her eyes filled with shock as she sensed the sudden soul storm. "I never expected him to have truly reached that level… And he's so young… How did he do it?"
Cao Ying experiences admiration, emotion value +60
Admiration flickered in Cao Ying's eyes. That realm was the goal she had been pursuing for years.
"Just now, it was presumptuous of me!" The next moment, she wiped the blood from her lips and smiled as she respectfully bowed to Gu Fei. "Thank you, Young Master Gu Fei, for showing mercy!"
Honestly, the match was lost too quickly, so quickly that she had no chance to fight back and was easily crushed by Gu Fei. However, failure wasn't entirely a bad thing; it would help her in her future cultivation.
"You have good potential!" Gu Fei nodded slightly, appreciating Cao Ying's attitude. He wasn't angry at her sudden attack.
With that, he turned decisively and continued strolling with Xiao Yi Xian and the others.