The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife Chapter 1128: Falling into the Cold Lake

Now Ji Qian was in a dilemma, wanting to rescue but worrying about the danger, yet hesitation could mean that the Demoness’s life was in jeopardy.

"Everyone else, follow me." Ji Qian found a path on the map leading into the valley and split into two teams with Soul Destroyer, entering the valley separately.

Inside the valley, the Demoness was already engaged in fierce battle with others. The Bai Mountain snow lotus was fragile; the Demoness held it close to her chest, which was a hindrance, as it prevented her from fully unleashing her power. Most of the attackers were cultivators at the Nascent Soul Stage, not strong individually, but when they charged in groups, the Demoness found it overwhelming. She swung her Soft Sword and slashed one person’s throat. Instinctively, the others took a step back. The Demoness dared not linger in battle, nor dare to advance, scanning around; there were more than forty of them. In addition to the cultivators fighting her, more than twenty others stood at the periphery, aiming crossbows at her.

Why hadn’t they shot?

The Demoness couldn’t help but wonder. There were more than forty of them, and with plenty of time, even shooting the crossbow arrows would be enough to take her down. Why bother sending people to engage in combat with her? Did the other side not intend to kill? Otherwise, if they all swarmed her, the Demoness was certain she would die.

No, they were feigning an attack. The real purpose was to lure Ji Qian and the others here, then capture them all in one go.

The opponents were too many. As the Demoness parried, she retreated. Before long, a chill rose through her feet; if she retreated further, she would reach Cold Lake.

"Demoness, you have nowhere to retreat, surrender now." The leader of the black-clad men shouted loudly, "If you are willing to join me, I can spare your life."

"Pah, you think you can make me surrender?" The Demoness gripped her Soft Sword tightly. In front of her was the assassin team, behind her was the boundless Cold Lake.

"Don’t you know, this Cold Lake holds extremely cold power? Even a cultivator could die falling in. You’d better reconsider." The black-clad leader sneered coldly. With a wave of his hand, the others slowly pressed forward. The Demoness felt a chilling force from Cold Lake behind her; the leader wasn’t lying. This Cold Lake was no ordinary lake. She tried to use her Inner Strength to resist the cold, but it was ineffective. This chilling force seemed to be freezing her Inner Strength. Even fighting became increasingly difficult; her limbs felt as heavy as lead. If she truly fell in, she feared she would freeze to death.

"Demoness, your Netherworld King is busy honeymooning with his new wife. He doesn’t care about your lives. Instead of working for someone like him, why not join me?" continued the black-clad leader.

"Pah, and you are something better, aren’t you?"

"Enough, Demoness, we’re all straightforward people. Let’s speak frankly." The black-clad leader suddenly laughed. "Destroy the Bai Mountain snow lotus in your hands and join us, and we’ll let the past go. With your abilities, if you work for my master, you’ll be truly valued. Why follow a boss who’s only interested in romancing?" said the black-clad leader, belittling Ye Shikai in his words.

"Hmph, this is a Netherworld Palace matter; it’s not your place to comment," the Demoness retorted coldly.

"Since you’re so ungrateful, don’t blame me. Everyone, get her." The black-clad leader waved his hand, and dozens of crossbow arrows shot out simultaneously. The Demoness swung her Soft Sword repeatedly, blocking the arrows.

"Ah."

The Demoness cried out in pain as a crossbow arrow struck her shoulder. The black-clad leader attacked instantly, catching the Demoness off guard. Her abdomen received a solid strike, and the powerful impact sent her body flying.

Plop.

The Demoness, having been struck and wounded, fell directly into the lake.

"Leader, is this enough?" one black-clad man asked.

"Don’t worry, no cultivator has been able to withstand the cold power of this lake. Anyone falling in will surely die. No need to watch." The black-clad leader picked up the Soft Sword from the ground and casually stuck it into the snow surface.

"Hmph, we’re withdrawing."

"Yes, leader."

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Europe.

"Kai, look at this view, it’s beautiful," Chen Yuxin pointed to the waterfall in front, her face full of joy, as happy as a child.

"Yes, the scenery here is enchanting. There are people from all over the world visiting every year," Ye Shikai said casually, pointing to a nearby Huaxia couple. "Look, they must be tourists too."

"Kai, I think our tour time is too short. We can’t possibly see all these sights. Why don’t we...stay in Europe for a while?"

"This... Xin, there are still a pile of things to handle in Yanjing. How can we..."

"Shh." Before Ye Shikai could finish, Chen Yuxin pressed a finger to his lips, gesturing for him to be quiet.

"Kai, we’re here on our honeymoon, let’s not talk about work, alright?" Chen Yuxin whispered in his ear.

"Okay, but we should still discuss the timing later."

"By the way, Kai, I remember the Netherworld Palace’s headquarters is around here, right? Why don’t you take me to see it?" Chen Yuxin suddenly turned and said.

"What, you want to go to the Netherworld Palace’s headquarters?" Ye Shikai was a bit surprised. Indeed, the headquarters was only forty kilometers away, a mere half-hour drive.

"Yes, after all, it’s where you’ve put your heart and soul. As your wife, of course, I should see it," Chen Yuxin batted her eyelashes, staring intently into his eyes.

"But...there aren’t many people at the headquarters now." Ye Shikai hesitated. Speaking of the headquarters, his mind wandered to Soul Destroyer, Demoness, and the others, filling him with guilt. They were still in the northeast, "working themselves to death," while he was here on vacation.

"It doesn’t matter, Kai, just take me to have a look." Chen Yuxin insisted on going, and Ye Shikai couldn’t refuse her. In truth, Chen Yuxin had never been to the Netherworld Palace’s headquarters, unlike Su Qingyu. Chen Yuxin, being a family head from a cultivation family, is unlike the Netherworld Palace, which is akin to a foreign ’cultivation organization.’ Letting her see the headquarters wouldn’t hurt. Besides, Chen Yuxin knows Ye Shikai thoroughly. If she wants to go, then let her go.

"I heard that the Netherworld Palace is one of the top forces in Europe. I’ve been wanting to see it for myself." Chen Yuxin seemed proud, apparently proud of Ye Shikai’s ’achievements.’

"You should have already known this." Ye Shikai said casually, "Actually, the Netherworld Palace isn’t that mysterious. There are many cultivators in Huaxia who know about it."