Chapter 19 : The Annoying Little Demoness
âScram!â Jiang Chen gestured dismissively, not killing Cang Yun out of mercy, but rather because Cang Yun was a named villain in the original novel, playing a minor villain role in the early to mid-stages.
Du Guyun often flaunted his prowess at Cang Yunâs expense. If Jiang Chen killed Cang Yun now, it would disrupt the storyline, causing his strategy of deliberately underperforming to fail and thus losing a reward. Therefore, he decided not to kill Cang Yun.
Cang Yun was adaptable and knew when to yield. Upon realizing that he was no match for Jiang Chen, he refrained from further provocation.
However, Jiang Chen didnât realize that sparing Cang Yun would lead to his resentment and determination to become stronger. Later, Cang Yun would severely defeat the still-developing Du Guyun multiple times, leaving him in agony.
Upon hearing Jiang Chenâs dismissal, Cang Yun, looking pale and not uttering a word, hastily retreated in a disheveled manner, a stark contrast to his previous arrogance.
He wasnât foolish; the fact that even the proud Yan Ruyu was so compliant to Jiang Chen and disregarded his own status clearly indicated that Jiang Chenâs status was much higher than his.
Those above him in status could only be the heirs of immortal forces. If Cang Yun were to die at their hands, his backing from the Azure Dragon Clan wouldnât count for much.
Older generations were not supposed to intervene in the rivalries of the younger generation, an unspoken rule. Besides, the Azure Dragon Clan wouldnât antagonize an immortal force over him. The loss wouldnât be worth it, and his value wasnât high enough.
âHoly Son, you are so imposing!â Yan Ruyuâs sultry voice slowly wafted over, filled with an enigmatic charm that even stirred Jiang Chen.
âLittle vixen,â Jiang Chen muttered under his breath, exasperated by Yan Ruyuâs ability to affect peopleâs emotions. âBut I like it,â he admitted to himself.
He was, after all, a normal man and not averse to such interactions. He knew Yan Ruyu well, understanding that despite her seemingly flirtatious behavior, she was quite conservative. This was a significant aspect of Yan Ruyuâs character. Her level of conservatism even surpassed Ye Qingcheng, known for her icy demeanor.
Once Yan Ruyu committed to someone, she rarely changed her affections unless her heart was utterly shattered. In the original story, Jiang Chen hurt Yan Ruyu so much that she eventually gave up on him. Nonetheless, at the moment of Jiang Chenâs downfall, Yan Ruyu still attempted to aid him, although her efforts were futile.
âMen, always pretending to be noble, but theyâre all the same!â Yan Ruyu internally scoffed, able to hear Jiang Chenâs thoughts. She was amused by his internal struggles and grew even fonder of him.
The next momentâŠ
Yan Ruyu almost squeezed into Jiang Chenâs embrace, batting her eyes innocently, and said, âHoly Son, Iâm a bit tired, could you hold me?â
Jiang Chenâs mouth twitched. This little vixen was really troublesome. Couldnât she consider his situation? Everyone around them wanted to tear him apart.
Numerous murderous glances enveloped him. Many people were clenching their fists, some even taking out their divine weapons, ready to strike and shred him into pieces.
âThis young fellow, youâve incurred public wrath!â
âKill this Dragon Slayer, and take back the saintess!â
âDamn it, itâs either your death or mine today!â
âI vow to protect the saintess at all costs!â
Their gazes were volcanic, murderous intent boiling over. Even the women felt the same, Jiang Chen couldnât help but comment internally. Yan Ruyuâs charm seemed to affect both men and women.
âNo way!â Jiang Chen sternly refused. âMen and women should not be too close. Miss Yan, you better walk by yourself! Besides, you seem quite fit to me, handling a few bulls shouldnât be a problem!â
As a representative of straight men, how could he indulge in such acts?
âDog of a man!â Yan Ruyu cursed in her heart. Just moments ago, he was calling her a little vixen and saying he liked it. Now heâs righteously refusing; men are truly hypocritical. However, she didnât push further, knowing that insisting might displease Jiang Chen. Everything in moderation.
Seeing the situation calming down, the person in charge of the Divine Stone Pavilion approached, âMiss Yan, Dragon Slayer, the third-floor auction has started. Would you be interested in going?â
The Divine Stone Pavilion held an auction every year, featuring carefully selected divine stones. Most of these stones contained something valuable, with only a few being worthless. The auction often revealed treasures like immortal gold, holy medicines, and on one occasion, even an immortal medicinal herb, sparking fierce competition!
Every auction attracted many people, but not just anyone could enter; it required sufficient status and identity. Jiang Chen normally wouldnât qualify, but seeing Yan Ruyuâs attitude towards him and his fearlessness against Cang Yun, it confirmed Jiang Chenâs extraordinary status. Few would dare provoke Cang Yun without significant backing.
Yan Ruyu remained silent, looking at Jiang Chen. She initially came due to her sectâs cooperation with the Azure Dragon Clan. Now that Cang Yun was gone, and knowing that Jiang Chen was aware of her feelings and not entirely averse to her, she naturally deferred the decision to him.
Seeing this, the Pavilionâs head was even more convinced of Jiang Chenâs not-so-ordinary identity. Yan Ruyu might appear flirtatious, but it was all superficial. Many knew well that no one could really win her favor, except for the man before her.
âLetâs go,â Jiang Chen nodded. He came to the Divine Stone Pavilion to test the waters, and now that he was here, he couldnât miss the opportunity.