MTL NOVEL Chapter 8
Chapter 8: The Bewitching New Master
“Hmph! I didn’t expect that after just a few days, not only have you become shameless, but you’ve also grown a good mouth!”
The Little Demoness glared with her slender brows, lightly hooking her jade foot to lift the sword once more, resting it against Zhou Tong’s neck.
“Do you think that sweet words will stop me from killing you?”
Zhou Tong stared at her face, but his thoughts returned to the past.
In his previous life, Tang Qi conspired with the Heavenly Demons, wanting to sacrifice everyone to fulfill his Great Dao.
Zhou Tong fought to protect the people, but he was betrayed by several Shi Jie, and in the final battle, he was pierced through by Mo Liushu’s sword, dying with resentment!
Only this Little Demoness stayed by his side till the end, accompanying him in battle, and ultimately perishing alongside him.
With this thought, Zhou Tong felt a mix of emotions.
In their fleeting connection, they could rely on one another in life and death, yet the gratitude of a thousand years had only brought him cold betrayal!
The gap between people really is larger than that between a person and a dog!
Lost in reflection, upon seeing her exquisite and charming face again, he smiled brightly, leaving the Little Demoness in a daze.
It had been so long since he showed such an earnest smile.
“In the last life, you and I faced life and death together, and in this life, I will accompany you through the storms.”
Zhou Tong made a promise in his heart.
For some reason, when Mo Liushu saw Zhou Tong’s smile, her heart trembled violently, as if struck by an electric current, numb yet painful.
She had seen this smile before.
When Zhou Tong had apprenticed to a master, that delicate and youthful face already hinted at ambition, yet was also filled with admiration.
But now, Zhou Tong would never show her such a smile again; he had given all that tenderness to the Demoness!
“Why is it that, under heaven, he can only smile like that for me!”
Mo Liushu’s breath was unsteady; she forced herself to forget that youthful face and sat up straight, observing coldly.
“What… has happened to you? It’s as if you’ve become a different person?”
The Little Demoness sheathed her sword, carefully scrutinizing Zhou Tong.
In her memory, Zhou Tong’s eyes were always filled with restraint and caution, but now, he seemed to have gone through great trials and had let everything go!
“You heartless guy, no matter how good your acting is, don’t think you can fool me. If you want to atone and have me forgive you, you must do three things!”
You Qingyue’s gaze shifted, her small hands restlessly smoothing her hair, but her mouth remained stubborn.
“I am willing!”
Zhou Tong answered without hesitation.
“I haven’t stated the conditions yet!”
“Then I am still willing.”
“I want you to join the Joyful Union Sect!”
“Sure!”
“I want you to help the Joyful Union Sect win the championship in the next Hundred Sects Convention!”
“This is my wish!”
“And it’s not over yet; I also want you… to assist me in my cultivation!”
“It would be an honor!”
The two exchanged words rapidly, and in just a few sentences, they left the entire world dumbfounded.
There was no other reason; it was too explosive!
What kind of sect was the Joyful Union Sect? Their reputation was extremely poor, unable to support themselves, and it wouldn’t be long before they would be completely extinguished.
The conditions set by the Little Demoness were simply meant to make things difficult, and even more absurdly, Zhou Tong actually agreed.
Insane! They were all insane!
A Demoness and a genius abandoned by his sect and mentally ill came together, indeed shocking the world.
Even You Qingyue was stunned by Zhou Tong’s decisiveness.
In a brief moment, a plethora of emotions displayed on her face: surprise, confusion, helplessness, doubt, and finally, she simply turned around, standing with her back to Zhou Tong.
“Unproven speculation!”
“Then I can swear by the Heavenly Dao!”
As Zhou Tong raised his hand, he was grabbed by a cold little hand around his wrist.
“No need for that. I will take you to meet my Master. If you dare deceive me again, I will never forgive you.”
Seemingly fearing Zhou Tong would change his mind, she transformed into a stream of light, swiftly carrying Zhou Tong away.
Red Dust Mountain, Joyful Union Sect…
The light of the Heaven Mirror followed Zhou Tong and reflected upon this place.
Contrary to the grandeur and splendor he had imagined, here there was only a dilapidated and desolate mountain gate.
An ominous wind blew, mist shrouded the area, and the wild grass grew thick, even worse than a desolate grave.
People were puzzled; even if the Joyful Union Sect had fallen, it shouldn’t have turned out like this.
“Yue’er, you have returned?”
From within the ruined residence, a graceful figure stepped out, stunning countless people in an instant.
This person was the sect master of the Joyful Union Sect, the once feared female demoness, Mu Ran Ya, who made people tremble decades ago.
Simply standing there, she perfectly embodied what it means to overshadow the world in beauty.
Even the bright moon would pale in comparison; even Mo Liushu standing beside her would become mere background!
“Heavens, she is beautiful enough to die for! How can there be such a beauty in the world?”
Someone exclaimed sharply, his eyes rolling back before he fell softly.
Wasn’t it said that the sect master of the Joyful Union Sect was an ugly and evil, foul-smelling old woman?
Wasn’t she said to be a beast who could have three thousand male suitors, was unable to bathe for months, yet could not go a day without a man?
This was sheer deception, a colossal deception!
Looking this way, even if she just beckoned with her finger, countless men would willingly die for her!
Mortal men seeing Mu Ran Ya all fell for her, only those in power from major sects breathed a sigh of relief.
The rumors were indeed not false; this woman had truly reached the end of her tether, and it seemed her life was nearing its end.
At that time, the Joyful Union Sect could be easily extinguished!
“Hahaha… hahahahaha!”
Mo Liushu laughed from the heart: “A broken sect with a broken leader seem quite fitting together. Do they really think they can win the championship in the Hundred Sects Convention? Truly a dreamer!”
Hearing this, Zhou Tong frowned and directly stared at Mo Liushu.
“Do you find this amusing? I’m stating it here today; we will secure that championship!”
“Self-assured; take a look at your new master, she is about to perish.”
As her words fell, a trace of abnormal redness appeared on Mu Ran Ya’s face, causing Zhou Tong’s pupils to constrict suddenly.
This was clearly the precursor of an injury exacerbated by going insane; with a slight mishap, she could lose her life.
“Master, what happened to you?”
The Little Demoness asked anxiously!
“I am fine… cough!”
Before Mu Ran Ya could finish her words, she spat out a mouthful of blood and fell back weakly.
“Master!”
“Don’t touch her!”
Zhou Tong stopped You Qingyue and asked, “Are there any alchemical furnaces here?”
“There are!”
“Is there any Demon Suppressing Mushroom, Heart-Wanting Grass, Cleansing Soul Flower…”
Zhou Tong listed a series of spiritual herbs, causing many alchemy masters’ hearts to tremble.
“This is the recipe for the seventh-grade medicinal pill, Bodhi Pill. This young man actually wants to refine a Bodhi Pill!”
“There is; I will go get it now!”
The Little Demoness seemed to find a source of strength and immediately went to search for the spiritual herbs.
“Such pretense! Even master-level alchemists might not be able to refine a seventh-grade pill; do you really think you can oppose the heavens?”
“Then just wait and see!”
Zhou Tong sat cross-legged, not casting another glance at Mo Liushu.