Chapter 51: Chanting Scriptures to Liven the Mood
Even Zhao Yuntong herself had to admitâ
âshe was getting a little anxious.
She should have been the only Corpse Puppet in Fang Changâs hands, the only one.
One object, one master. And likewise, one master, one object.
The relationship between them was like Dao companions, yet surpassed Dao companionsâa bond that was eternal, everlasting, inseparable. In this life⊠and perhaps even the next, it should remain so.
Even though Zhao Yuntong was no longer among the living.
She could not use her physical body for long periods.
Even so, she would still occasionally split off a thread of consciousness, hiding behind the hollow, lifeless eyes of the Yin Corpse, secretly watching, surveilling Fang Chang.
Watching to make sure he would not touch that Guanyin Path Yin Corpse.
That Guanyin PathâŠ
Zhao Yuntong clenched her fingers, her nails digging into her palm. It did not hurt.
This bodyâs perception of pain had dulled, yet the thing surging up from her chest was still hot, burningâso hot it threw her thoughts into chaos.
That Guanyin Path woman was practically like a prostitute!
That flesh and figure seemed born to seduce men!
Zhao Yuntong believed her own figure was already among the finest of womenâmore proportionate, more aesthetically pleasing.
But she had to admit, when it came to her chest⊠she fell slightly short!
Was bigger necessarily better?
Not necessarily.
But men were just like that.
And that prostitute even wore a monkâs robe that wrapped tightly around her entire body, appearing devoid of desire, full of Buddhist nature.
Yet the fabric over her chest looked as though it would burst apart at any moment.
Such deliberate concealment only made it more obviousâshe was clearly trying to seduce Fang Chang!
Although Zhao Yuntong had reached a fragile reconciliation with Fang Chang beneath that setting sun the other day,
And had reluctantly believed his promise that he would not lay hands on other Corpse Puppets.
But!
That flesh-offering Bodhisattva-prostitute simply would not do!
She⊠she was just too big!
Actually,
If one spoke in terms of proportion, the two of them were not far apart. It was merely that Zhang Su was taller, more statuesque.
Zhao Yuntong looked at Fang Chang.
His complexion was still pale and gloomy.
Today he wore a bluish-gray robe, loosely tied at the waist with a cloth sash. His back was straight, the outline of his shoulder blades faintly visible.
He looked extremely good.
So good it made one want to take a bite out of himâdevour every inch of his skin.
So good it made one want to lock him in a pitch-black dungeon, never letting others covet him, enjoying him alone for a lifetime.
At this moment, Zhao Yuntong knew.
She mustâabsolutely mustâdrain Fang Chang dry.
Drain him until his legs went weak at the mere sight of a woman.
Drain him until even if he saw that flesh Bodhisattva naked, he would not feel the slightest desire.
âŠ
The afternoon sunlight filtered through the peony-carved wooden windows of the inn, slicing bright bands of light across the room.
Fine dust floated slowly within the beams.
Falling upon the redwood round table.
Falling upon Zhao Yuntongâs pale body, coating her ripe, full fruits with a faint golden glow.
Even the texture of her skin could be seen clearly.
Fang Chang raised an eyebrow.
He paid the woman no mind, as if he had grown accustomed to it, simply passing her by.
With a slap, he knocked aside her alluring jade leg that rested on the coffin, then pulled Zhang Suâstill in a vacant stateâupright.
Zhang Suâs soul sensed something.
Light gradually returned to her hollow eyes.
She did not first notice the unabashed Zhao Yuntong behind her, but instead immediately saw the bowl of bloody Yin Corpse food in Fang Changâs hand.
A bitter expression appeared on her face as she pressed her palms together.
âThe Vinaya is clear. The Buddha said, âOne must not drink human blood, nor even human marrowânone of it is permitted.â Though this humble nun has fallen into becoming a Corpse Puppet, I still dare not violate the Buddhaâs golden words.â
âIf you refuse to eat, Iâll pour it in through your rear passage. The effect wonât differ much anyway.â
Fang Chang directly threatened.
Zhang Su trembled, her gentle, compassionate face revealing terror.
She bit her silver teeth, her expression resolute.
âThis humble nun will not violate the Buddhaâs words.â
Fang Chang curled his lips.
He understood what Senior Nun Zhang meant.
Just as he would never lay hands on his Corpse Puppets, her adherence to the precepts also had loopholes to exploit.
He suddenly raised his hand and formed a hand seal.
Zhang Suâs body trembled; her soul remained, but she could not move.
Fear and struggle filled her expression.
âBenefactor FangâŠâ
Fang Chang laughed loudly, pinching her cheeks to make her plump lips pucker.
What followed was a scene akin to a villain force-feeding poison.
One side shouted âno,â while the other laughed wildly.
The scene was dreadful.
Fang Chang, however, was enjoying himself.
He seemed entirely unaware that Zhao Yuntongâs expression by the table was growing darker and darker.
Moments later, the entire bowl of food had been consumed.
Satisfied, Fang Chang released his control over Zhang Su.
Zhang Suâs face turned deathly pale as she collapsed by the bed, retching dryly but unable to vomit anything.
Her eyes were filled with sorrow and pain.
âBenefactor Fang⊠doing this⊠creates karma, and destroys me as well.â
âDonât forget, Senior Nun Zhang. Right now, you are first my Corpse Puppet, and only then Zhang Su of the Guanyin Path.â
Fang Chang chuckled.
âWhat problem is there in me maintaining my own Corpse Puppet?â
As he spoke,
He took out a stack of Yin-Nurturing Talismans. âTake off your clothes. Iâm replacing the Yin-Nurturing Talismans on your body.â
Zhang Su hurriedly covered her chest and lower abdomen.
She still had Yin-Nurturing Talismans attached; the front and rear yin points were major leakage spotsâshe knew long-term maintenance required constant talisman placement.
âThis humble nun⊠can apply them myselfâŠâ
âYou think you can stick them properly yourself?â
âAt worst⊠Zhao Benefactor can help meâŠâ
As she spoke, Zhang Su turned to look at Zhao Yuntongâ
âand was met with a pair of extremely dark eyes, brimming with killing intent.
Zhao Yuntong sat slanted on the edge of the table, her undergarment slid down to her slender waist. Her rich, ripe fruits were fully exposed to the air, gleaming brilliantly.
Zhang Su realized something.
She looked toward Fang Chang in terror.
âThat man was already lying spread-eagle on the bed, his belt undone and neatly folded beside him.
âBenefactor Fangââ
âI told you before, donât get too close to him.â
Zhao Yuntong appeared beside her like a ghost, whispering.
âI didnâtââ
âTalking is not allowed either! Lustful nun!â
Zhang Su frowned. âThat is far too domineering, Zhao Benefactor.â
âHe is mine!â
âThis humble nun is a monastic. I have no such thoughts whatsoever.â
âGood, good! Then stay here and watch. Let me see whether you truly have no thoughts at all.â
Zhang Su froze.
âWhaââ
Before she could respond,
Zhao Yuntongâs black robes flashed like ink as she pressed down onto Fang Chang.
Fang Chang put on an exaggerated look of panic. âWhatâs going on? I was just trying to sleep~~â
Zhao Yuntong ignored him, leaning down onto his body, her eyes dark.
âYouâre dead today, Fang Chang! I mean it!â
âThings are different now. Who wins or loses is still uncertain, Tongzi.â
âHmph! All flash and no substance!â
As she spoke, the two kissed.
Moments later,
Zhao Yuntong suddenly lifted her head, her expression changing drastically as she looked downward in shock.
âH-how⊠how is it⊠like thisâŠâ
Fang Chang circulated the ăGreat Sun Burning Heart Techniqueă and sneered, âI told you, Tongzi, things are different now.â
âN-no, wait⊠wait a moment⊠Fang⊠Fang Chang, hold on⊠I havenât⊠ohââĄâŠâ
Seeing things turning serious over there, Zhang Su panicked and hurriedly tried to retreat into the coffin.
But suddenly, her whole body stiffenedâshe was restrained again!
âBenefactor Fang?â
Fang Chang lowered the hand forming the seal.
With mock shame, he said, âBeing ravaged by a Yin Corpse like this is absolutely not what I intended⊠donât leave. Chant some scriptures to help dispel my karmic burden, so I can feel better.â
Nonsense!
You clearly want me to chant scriptures to liven things up! Thatâs exactly how you are when you eat meat!