Chapter 217 - 217 217 Socializing

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217: Chapter 217: Socializing 217: Chapter 217: Socializing “You... are injured.” Ji Qian looked at Ye Shikai somewhat dazedly, the man before her eyes filled with determination... “Ghost, take Selene’s corpse and retreat immediately.” Ye Shikai shouted loudly, blood slowly seeping from the corner of his mouth as he leaned close to Ji Qian’s ear and whispered, “If you don’t want my suffering from this arrow to be in vain, stay still now.” Ye Shikai then scooped Ji Qian into his arms and swiftly left the place. Ji Qian had never been this close to a man before, and found it hard to accept Ye Shikai’s actions, struggling incessantly, yet held firmly in Ye Shikai’s grasp. After leaving the forest, Ye Shikai set Ji Qian down, and Ghost, along with Selene’s corpse, also left the area. “Lord.” Ji Qian, seeing Selene’s corpse, lost control of her emotions and suddenly flung herself onto Selene, sobbing uncontrollably. Suddenly remembering something, Ji Qian picked up the gem-encrusted magic wand. “What are you doing?” Ye Shikai said. “There’s a huge energy in this wand, I can...” “She’s already dead, the energy is only effective for healing, but it can’t resurrect,” Ye Shikai said. “I don’t need your interference.” Ji Qian stubbornly pushed Ye Shikai away, picked up the wand, and continuously poured energy into Selene’s body. “Boss, she...” Ghost looked worried but was cut off by Ye Shikai before he could finish. “Cough cough.” Suddenly, Ji Qian coughed up blood violently, a sign of excessive consumption of Inner Strength and aggravation of old injuries. As Ye Shikai said, Selene was already dead, for her the immense energy within the wand was like a stone sinking into the sea, without even a fleeting resurgence. “Even if the wand was effective for her, do you think with your Inner Strength you could control this wand for long?” Ye Shikai gently placed his hand on Ji Qian’s shoulder, continuously directing Inner Strength towards her Dantian to stabilize her injuries. “Are you saying I’m weak?” Ji Qian knocked away Ye Shikai’s hand, her expression stubborn. “Isn’t it the truth?” Ye Shikai spoke indifferently, slowly turned around, preparing to leave, “In the future, you’ll be the Moon God; I hope you can be like Selene.” “Wait.” Suddenly, Ji Qian stood up and called out loudly, “What is your name?” “Hades.” Ye Shikai did not turn back. “I meant your Huaxia name.” “Ye Shikai.” After hesitating for a moment, Ye Shikai slowly turned around and said. ... Now, on the Holy Mountain. Ji Qian was cradling Ye Shikai, lying on a stone bed, looking very serene. “That time, you still mocked me for being weak,” Ji Qian poked Ye Shikai’s waist somewhat playfully, appearing like a young girl. “You clearly can’t even handle a Magic Wand properly.” Ye Shikai teased, Ji Qian indeed was a cultivator with exceptional talent. Just a year and a half ago, Ji Qian had just started practicing cultivation. In such a short time, her power had already secured her a position as a Main God, while Ye Shikai simply taught her how to cultivate. Of course, during this time, Netherworld Palace had not hesitated to protect the Moon God Temple. “It feels like this past year and a half has gone by so quickly,” Ye Shikai said lightly, his tone carrying a hint of sadness as if he was reminded of something. “Yes, it went by really fast,” Ji Qian agreed, suddenly adding “compared to now.” “I know you came to Holy Mountain this time mainly to avenge Selene,” Ye Shikai turned his head, a bit more murderous intent appearing on Ji Qian’s face. “Yes, I will definitely take Hephesto’s life myself,” Ji Qian said with resolve. Ye Shikai knew all too well that Hephesto, being a Main God of the combat type and naturally violent and warlike, had offended many powerful figures over the years, which is why he not only had survived but retained his unchallenged position as the Fire God. Also, since Hephesto was on good terms with Apollo, the two Main God Temples had an interdependent relationship. To kill Hephesto, one would have to move against Apollo as well, and even Ye Shikai himself wasn’t completely sure he could defeat both Main Gods at once. “Don’t worry, I will help you, no matter when, I am always by your side.” Ye Shikai also turned and gently embraced Ji Qian, offering her warmth and support. Selene had calculated well and had an accurate intuition; she had sent Ji Qian to personally kill Hephesto. But if it were just her, it would be impossible. She had counted on Ye Shikai’s help to fulfill Ji Qian’s revenge. Though Ye Shikai disliked being used by others, taking Hephesto’s life was something he was determined to do—because it was what Ji Qian wanted... ... A year ago, near Netherworld Palace. “Short-nosed Crocodile, look at what Boss is always doing with the Moon God.” Ghost patted Short-nosed Crocodile on the shoulder and pointed at the distant Ye Shikai and Ji Qian. “How would I know? Maybe they’re cultivating. After all, they are a couple, it’s quite normal to be together,” Short-nosed Crocodile said, somewhat uninterested in the topic. “Humph,” suddenly, Ailina’s voice came from behind Ghost. “Do you smell a sour scent in the air?” Ghost teased. “Haha, yes.” Short-nosed Crocodile laughed. “You two, seeking death?” Ailina took out a whip and swung it at them. Ghost swiftly dodged, leaving a deep mark on the floor from the whip. “Hey, Ailina, you’re playing for real?” Ghost laughed, “This isn’t just for fun, you’re so fierce, wonder how you’ll ever get married...” Then, it turned into a game of cat and mouse, with Ghost being the mouse. Not far away. Ye Shikai and Ji Qian were sitting on the grass, their hands unknowingly intertwined. “You’ve made great progress recently, but you seem a bit distracted during cultivation,” Ye Shikai said naughtily, “Is it because your husband is here and you can’t help but watch me, getting distracted?” “Vain.” Ji Qian’s face turned red, and she lightly slapped Ye Shikai’s head before leaning slowly against him. Suddenly, Ji Qian waved her Magic Wand, setting up an Array around them that made them invisible and inaudible to anyone outside. “Why are you setting up an Array?” Ye Shikai was puzzled. Suddenly, Ji Qian pounced on him, pinning him to the ground with a sly smile on her face. “What’s the matter, ready for Dual Cultivation now?” Ye Shikai seemed to catch on to Ji Qian’s intention, glancing around the open field. Ji Qian had become quite bold. “Hey, I can do it myself, don’t pull my pants...”

Chapter 217 - 217 217 Socializing

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