I was just making up techniques… how did all of you become Emperors? Chapter 644 644 Cao Youqian: You don't think a single woman can blind my eyes, do you?

Right outside the Wind Thunder Valley, Lei Qilin halted its actions after catching that voice. Cao Youqian shifted his attention to the entrance of the Wind Thunder Valley too.

From inside emerged a stunning woman dressed in white robes and wrapped in a purple cloak.

Her eyes sparkled with feeling, her features resembled blooming peach flowers. Boasting an elegant build and perfect contours, she exuded a grown-up allure in every move, like a perfectly matured sweet peach. For an instant, all eyes were drawn to her.

The lovely woman paused, offered a bow to Cao Youqian, and declared, "I, Lei Ruoxi, offer my respects to the Martial God."

Cao Youqian snapped back to reality at those words and replied smiling, "Skip the formalities. So, you're the one in charge of this Wind Thunder Valley?"

"That's right."

The lovely woman didn't hide her role.

Cao Youqian eyed her curiously and questioned with a grin, "Madam, what's your intention here?"

Lei Ruoxi responded, "To answer you, My Lord, I'm ready to yield. Please show mercy and let me live."

"I only just slew your husband, and here you are pleading with this Seat for leniency. No matter how I examine it, something feels off."

Cao Youqian remarked with a teasing look, his gaze seeming eager to pierce through the woman standing there. He'd been quite the expert in romantic escapades long ago; no ploy had escaped his notice.

Though this woman was truly captivating, that didn't mean he'd believe her based on mere talk.

Lei Qilin caught those remarks and quietly breathed a sigh of relief. It had feared Brother Qian-er might fall for this woman's charms, which would've spelled disaster.

Lei Ruoxi's face showed no shift; she merely displayed a wry smile. "What sort of husband was that man to me? Just a brief fling. He assumed I was unaware of his status as a live-in son-in-law and even vowed things to me in this place. Without the need to survive, I'd never have lowered myself to him."

"Such a shame."

Cao Youqian uttered with an air of disappointment. He'd frequently heard tales of how enchanting the allure of a wedded woman could be. Who knew this one wasn't truly that man's spouse, but only a casual paramour; the thrill felt far diminished.

???

Lei Ruoxi found herself confused by Cao Youqian's statement. She struggled to grasp his underlying meaning.

Lei Qilin, Xia Kang, and the rest of the disciples stared at their master with odd expressions. Had they been able to speak up just then, they'd have pressed for clarification.

Noting Lei Ruoxi's bewildered look, Cao Youqian grinned and said, "This Seat doesn't accept worthless folks. Explain your value to me, and I'll decide if your life deserves saving."

"Brother Qian-er, don't do it."

Lei Qilin grew alarmed right away. It hadn't anticipated Brother Qian-er succumbing to the woman's allure after all.

Lei Ruoxi, meanwhile, felt a rush of delight inside. She smiled and replied, "I have no treasures to offer, just my modest looks. I hope you won't turn me away."

Cao Youqian considered briefly before stating, "Alright then. This Seat happens to need someone to warm the bed. I'll let you live for the moment."

"You can't. Brother Qian-er, if this old woman alerts the Phoenix Clan, won't that bring us nonstop problems?"

Lei Qilin quickly pointed out the key issue. It wanted no part in facing a siege from the Phoenix Clan.

Lei Ruoxi hastened to clarify, "My Lord and Uncle have no cause for concern. The Phoenix Clan banished me here originally, and that man was nothing but a pointless live-in son-in-law. At present, the Phoenix Clan's primary forces are clashing with the other two clans, so they can't dispatch multiple Demon Gods our way."

"You're spot on. The Phoenix Clan scorns types like us."

Cao Youqian paused to reassure it, adding, "Big Lei, with me around, you won't have to fear getting thrashed."

"But..."

Lei Qilin remained wary of the woman in front of it. In this realm, where could one find a Phoenix Clan member surrendering so easily after a comrade's death?

"Enough with the 'buts.' Don't you believe in this Seat's power anymore?"

Cao Youqian declared arrogantly, as though nothing in the world could hold him down.

"Okay."

Lei Qilin realized its position was humble and its advice held little sway, so it relented on trying to sway Cao Youqian.

Watching this unfold, Lei Ruoxi let out a hidden breath of relief; she'd made it through. Still, she'd etch this day's disgrace deep in her mind. Someday, she'd wipe out every human and demon here.

Cao Youqian at last fixed his eyes on the woman. "You'll keep guarding the Wind Thunder Valley. But your human followers need to dispatch people to my Tyrant Fist Holy Land each year for the trials. You yourself will visit my Tyrant Fist Holy Land to meet me on the first and fifteenth of every month."

"My thanks, My Lord. I'll make sure to fulfill your orders."

Lei Ruoxi understood this as his caution toward her, yet she trusted her abilities would eventually win him over.

"Time to head back."

Cao Youqian announced and leaped onto Lei Qilin's back, guiding the disciples onward.

"I respectfully see you off, My Lord."

Lei Ruoxi called out, giving a slight bow to Cao Youqian's departing figure.

During the journey, Lei Qilin stayed silent toward Cao Youqian. Noticing the creature's sulky expression, Cao Youqian chuckled and stroked its Qilin horn.

"What's wrong, still upset, little one?"

"I'm worried beauty's clouded your judgment," Lei Qilin muttered glumly. It couldn't comprehend why Brother Qian-er would take interest in such an aged woman.

"Hahaha..."

Cao Youqian burst into hearty laughter. "Big Lei, you've been with this Seat all these years, but your mind hasn't sharpened a bit. I spared her only as a lure. If the Phoenix Clan sends no one, fine. If they do, I'll take down one for each arrival, two for every pair. Soon enough, we'll enjoy an endless supply of Phoenix Pills."

"Really?"

Lei Qilin gazed at Cao Youqian with full skepticism. This didn't match the Brother Qian-er it knew, who preferred letting his fists do the talking.

Cao Youqian grinned and said, "Do you seriously believe a single woman could cloud my vision? Long before encountering my Master, I'd encountered plenty of young ladies. What Fairy, Demoness, or Seductress haven't I dealt with?"

Damn!

Lei Qilin's look turned jealous at once. "Why do all the fun stuff go to you?"

Cao Youqian just smiled without replying. Shortly after, the group arrived back at Tyrant Fist Holy Land without incident. Cao Youqian went straight to his cave dwelling, took the Demon God Pill, and started refining it using spiritual power.

As the Demon God Pill entered his belly, Cao Youqian sensed his whole form ablaze like in flames. His organs and even his spirit scorched under the Phoenix Fire.

He swiftly channeled his body's spiritual power to contain the Phoenix Fire while refining the Demon God Pill inside.

Days flowed by steadily. Upon fully refining the Demon God Pill, a fierce Great Dao Law surged through Cao Youqian's frame, nearly bursting him apart. Luckily, Cao Youqian responded fast. He promptly deployed his personal Great Dao Truth to contain that Great Dao Law and gradually broke it down.

After eighty-one rounds, Cao Youqian at last absorbed that Great Dao Law, converting it into his own Great Dao Truth.

He opened his eyes and burst into joyful laughter, "Who would've thought this Seat would reap such rewards this round. I snagged ninety-nine Great Dao Truths all at once. This brings me nearer to the nine hundred and ninety-nine Great Dao Truths required for Sainthood. Time to go after more Demon Gods?"

No sooner had that idea crossed Cao Youqian's thoughts than noise stirred outside.

"Old woman, I've warned you repeatedly that Brother Qian-er is in closed-door cultivation. If you try to barge in, don't fault me for getting rough."

"Hmph, how can I be sure you haven't harmed that Lord, keeping him hidden for months?"

"..."

Cao Youqian overheard the exchange outside and showed a startled expression. He muttered, "I never realized this Seat's seclusion lasted so long. Folks out there are starting to stir. Looks like I need to show my might to steady their loyalty."

He bellowed at once, "What's with all the noise!"

His shout brought instant silence outside. Then Lei Ruoxi's alluring, gentle voice drifted in: "I feared you might've rashly consumed the Demon God Pill and met with trouble, so I wanted to enter and verify. Knowing you're fine now puts my mind at ease."

This excuse was one Lei Ruoxi had ready beforehand, and she wasn't fabricating. The Demon God Pill isn't simple to ingest. Even a Demon God acquiring another must first dissipate much of its energy before risking consumption.

"Is that the case? Since you worry about this Seat this much, come inside then."

Cao Youqian called out and flicked his hand. The barrier at the door dissolved immediately, and the entrance parted.

Lei Ruoxi and Lei Qilin entered side by side. Seeing Cao Youqian radiating a fearsome presence from top to bottom, awe filled their faces deeply.

"Brother Qian-er, you pulled it off!"

"Indeed."

Cao Youqian smiled and said, "A single Demon God Pill requires no special preparation. I feel incredibly powerful now. Even against my Eldest Senior Brother, I could hold my own in battle!"

At those words, regret welled up in Lei Ruoxi's heart. She also grew intrigued by the Eldest Senior Brother he referenced. If his sect mates were this formidable, then once the three clans exhausted themselves in combat, wouldn't the group this man hailed from simply claim the spoils?

The deeper her thoughts delved, the greater her inner dread grew, causing her frame to shake without control.

This shift didn't evade Cao Youqian's notice. He inquired smiling, "Ruoxi, what's wrong?"

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