The long-sealed memories revived.
Countless vivid images reflected in Bai Feng's mind.
The woman in front of him was none other than Xiao Chen's mentor in the Cangming Sect, Hua Yuerong!
In reality, she had another identity...
She was Bai Qingling's junior sister learning under the Evil Medicine Gate — Rong'er!
In the background story of the game, after Bai Qingling killed his mentor, to cover his tracks, he cursed and killed hundreds of fellow disciples, leaving only a junior sister behind.
The name of this junior sister was never mentioned in the main storyline.
But now it seems.
After surviving, this junior sister practiced hard, changed her name, joined the Cangming Sect, and became the current equal-rank Hall Master of the Yin Gui Palace — Hua Yuerong!
Her purpose was evident, which was—revenge!
This hidden storyline remained unrevealed until the grand finale of the first expansion!
"So that's how it is."
"The man whom Hua Yuerong etched unforgettable words, 'Love him, hate him, unwavering until death,' on the item 'Withered Udumbara Flower,' turned out to be me!"
Looking at the woman's sorrowful and mournful peach blossom eyes, Bai Feng's heart surged with turbulent waves!
Yet, for some reason.
Even after completely merging Bai Qingling's memories.
The little details of his past interactions with junior sister Rong'er remained incomplete!
As for why Bai Qingling left the junior sister alive when slaughtering the entire sect later.
This part of the memory seemed as if intentionally erased!
He couldn't recall a thing!
"After Bai Qingling killed his mentor, he turned evil and no longer trusted anyone in the world."
"He believed that emotions were humanity's greatest weakness, thus transforming himself into a ruthless and merciless demonic cultivator."
"Could it be, he used some means to extract and bury this segment of memory somewhere?"
A bold idea emerged in Bai Feng's mind.
However, at this moment.
He didn't have time to think it over carefully.
In just a fleeting instant of eye contact with Hua Yuerong.
Time and space seemed to freeze.
Becoming exceptionally long!
Meanwhile, he was enduring that inexplicable pain deep inside!
The pain was almost suffocating him!
Bai Feng quickly turned his head aside, indifferently saying, "Tsk, so it's the 'Embroidered Face Saint Maiden' herself gracing us, making my humble Blood Kitchen truly honored."
As if reminded by some memory.
Hua Yuerong too gazed at the man on the throne for a while.
Then, she cleared her throat, solemnly said, "Lord Bai, my disciple Xiao Chen accidentally trespassed into your secluded sanctuary. As his mentor, I apologize on his behalf, and I hope you..."
Before she finished her sentence.
That legendary great demon coldly interrupted:
"Does the Saint Maiden think this Blood Kitchen of mine is a place to come and go as you please?"
"Then what does Lord Bai mean..."
Hua Yuerong slightly frowned.
"My intention is very simple."
"You can take the person away."
"But certainly not alive."
Bai Feng spoke each word coldly, mercilessly, leaving no room for negotiation.
He very well understood.
From the perspective of previous-life players, Xiao Chen left no traces at all while undercover in the Cangming Sect and even used self-harm strategies multiple times to kill righteous cultivators opposing the Yin Gui Palace, earning Hua Yuerong's trust.
Therefore, even if he exposed this person's identity in front of Hua Yuerong at this moment, she would absolutely not believe him.
On the other hand.
If he were to confront this former junior sister...
Given his current Core Formation Stage cultivation, even fighting in the trap-filled Blood Kitchen, he would not be her match in the Divinity Transformation Stage!
For this reason, he needed to maintain Bai Qingling's persona, completely intimidating her!
"Lord Bai, you should know that Xiao Chen is my true disciple, the future face of my Yin Gui Palace. Your insistence on his life can be seen as..."
With sharply raised brows, Hua Yuerong's tone turned icily cold: "Are you declaring war on my Yin Gui Palace!?"
"Flower Palace Master! You... you should not be rude to my master!"
On the side, Cen Xing'er wouldn't allow anyone to challenge her mentor and immediately rushed forward!
Hua Yuerong was slightly taken aback.
With her alluring peach blossom eyes, she stared at the petite, delicate girl, blurting out, "You... what did you call him?"
"The master is my lord!"
"And defending the master at all costs, offering everything for the master, is my duty!"
Faced with the powerful master of the Yin Gui Palace, Cen Xing'er showed no fear, her beautiful eyes wide open, displaying a fierce yet adorable demeanor.
"L...ord!?"
Muttering the word repeatedly.
Hua Yuerong's eyes grew even more furious!
"Insolent!"
"While the elders speak, how dare you, junior, interject?"
"When I met your master, you didn't even exist!"
Hua Yuerong coldly reprimanded, lifting her proud, full chest and standing tall with her slender legs together, looking down at the petite girl.
At this moment, both beauties confronted one another.
One mature and alluring, voluptuous and elegant, the other youthful and lovely, innocent and cute.
Creating a stark contrast.
With a strong visual impact!
Bai Feng quickly pulled back his thoughts, coldly saying, "Saint Maiden, over these years, although we rarely interacted while working for the sect, you should have heard of my way of doing things."
"Of course."
Hua Yuerong shifted her gaze from the young girl back to the man whose demonic figure had imprinted on her life forever:
"Lord Bai, my disciple trespassed into your sanctuary due to his own fault. I will take him to the Cangming General Altar to be severely punished by the Elders of the Law Enforcement Palace according to the sect's rules! What do you think?"
"That's probably not enough."
Bai Feng shook his head indifferently.
Bai Qingling was inherently cautious, always striking first to prevent placing himself in danger.
It was impossible for him to let go of a harm-intending threat easily!
According to his style, he must at least make the other party pay a significant price!
"Then what do you mean..."
Hua Yuerong took a deep breath, her gaze gradually became icy.
The meaning in her eyes was also clear.
She was determined to safeguard her eldest disciple's life!
Bai Feng weighed it in his mind and with a hint of a smile said:
"With the upcoming selection for the next sect master imminent, the sect is filled with undercurrents and changing minds. At this critical juncture, it's indeed inappropriate for the four of us Hall Masters to start a conflict."
"Therefore, in respect to the ancestors, I can spare the life of Nephew Xiao, but..."
"I want him to leave an arm behind, and also..."
"One promise from you, Flower Palace Master."
"You..."
Upon hearing this, Hua Yuerong's body trembled, hesitated for a moment, then glanced at her eldest disciple.
"Master! Master, do not fear him!"
Terrified to the core, Xiao Chen finally came to his senses, screaming, "The outside rumors must be true! This demon has already been crippled by the Ancestral Saintess Mu Xinlan! He is now just putting on a show!"
As he spat blood, pointing at the demon shadow on the throne: "This guy now only has two or three tenths of his mana left at most! Even if he can suppress me, he can never be a match for you, Master!"
"Master! Now is the best time for you to kill him and make a name for yourself in the Eastern Earth Demon Path!"
"Opportunities lost will never return!"
He screamed hysterically, tears and blood bursting forth, striving to appear sincere and believable!
He knew it well!
If he could persuade this powerful master of the Yin Gui Palace to kill by proxy, his ten years of undercover work would finally be a complete success!
However.
What he never expected was!
The next moment—
Clang!
A sharp sound pierced the air.
A flash of cold light grazed through!
The powerful and commanding Red-Clad Woman—struck with her sword!
Except her sword strike was aimed at...
Schwip—
A gush of blood splattered forth.
Under Xiao Chen's astonished gaze.
His own right arm was completely severed by the sharp sword qi!
Thud!
Slamming solidly onto the obsidian floor of the Blood Kitchen.
"Master, you..."
Xiao Chen opened his mouth, wanting to say something.
Then, the immense pain contorted his features, making it nearly impossible to utter a sound!
"Is Lord Bai satisfied now?"
Hua Yuerong sheathed her sword, coldly eyeing the man on the throne: "Then, what promise do you want me to make?"
Damn, Son of Destiny, severed just like that.
Junior sister, you are truly something else.
The sudden change took even Bai Feng by surprise.
A second later.
He returned to his aloof Demon Lord demeanor, lightly saying, "As for the promise I'm asking for, there's no rush."
"Before the sect master selection conference in a month, the Saint Maiden will know"
"Just hope the Saint Maiden won't go back on her word then."
"Heh, as long as Lord Bai is happy."
"If you hadn't lifted the restrictions of the Blood Kitchen, how could Xiao Chen have entered here with his capabilities? I only hope Lord Bai won't make things difficult when the time comes!"
Hua Yuerong coolly replied.
"By your words, does the Saint Maiden think I, a dignified Youluo Hall Master, intentionally set a trap for a mere servant?"
With a slightly angry tone, Bai Feng said.
"Whatever the true reason, only Lord Bai himself knows!"
"As for the so-called promise..."
"I can only ensure I'll try my best to fulfill it."
Hua Yuerong coldly finished speaking, casting one last glance at the man on the throne.
Then reached out with her jade-like hand from her wide red sleeve, lifted her eldest disciple by the collar as if picking up a chick, and walked away into the air!
Just as she stepped out of the Blood Kitchen door.
A clear male voice came to her ears:
"Junior sister, those undying Udumbara Flowers under Jiuyi Mountain, your senior brother will never forget them in his lifetime."
This voice, warm and magnetic as in memory.
Seemed to travel through time, once again touching her heartstrings!
"Ah, he..."
Hua Yuerong's body trembled, and the hatred on her face vanished completely!
Those tender, affectionate peach blossom eyes widened in amazement.
Tears burst from her eyes, blurring her vision!
....
....
"Ding!"
"Congratulations to the host for successfully transmitting great love! (Target: Hua Yuerong)"
"You have earned a points reward: 1000 points! Current balance: 10000 points!"
....
In the dark hall of the Blood Kitchen.
Bai Feng leaned back grandly on the throne, feeling exceedingly content.
Finally, he completely overcame this stage of the tribulation!
Though the protagonist Xiao Chen had tough luck and wasn't crushed in one go, it ultimately laid the groundwork for conquering junior sister Hua Yuerong in the future!
Yes, he was confident about this.
When he sent the voice transmission over, he saw Hua Yuerong's expression clearly.
That kind of grudging, obsessed, love-hate gaze couldn't lie.
"Master, are you... smiling?"
His little disciple Cen Xing'er timidly asked.
"Hmm, the master recalled something pleasant."
In a good mood, Bai Feng remembered this girl stepping forward to challenge Hua Yuerong for him, feeling even more touched.
"Xing'er, come to your master's side."
"Today you will be rewarded well."
Bai Feng smiled at the girl for the first time.
"Huh?"
Cen Xing'er widened her beautiful eyes, looking at the void in disbelief.
A moment later.
Seeing the other wave her hand as usual towards her.
A charming blush quickly spread across the girl's cheeks!
She rushed over as fast as she could!