Chapter 82: As My Woman, You're Too Weak, How Can That Do?

  "Dayu City, Qin family?" After hearing Liu Huaiqing's words, Zhuge Mingyue secretly sneered. Since he had been there all along, why didn't he come out earlier? Why did he have to wait until the two guards were about to take action before coming out? It was clear that he wanted to hide in the dark and observe Zhuge Mingyue's strength before making a decision.

  Zhuge Mingyue's gaze lingered on Liu Huaiqing, this old man who seemed benevolent yet had an air of dignity, giving her a feeling that was unfathomable. It seems that at least he is above the soul level in terms of strength. Just one family has a soul-level butler, and even the guards are at the sky level; this Dàyù City's Qin family is indeed not simple.

  Zhuge Mingyue didn't need to guess that the Qin family would come looking for her today, and it was probably related to Qin Hongyun. Although the matter of Qin Hongyun's death in the forbidden land had been suppressed, with the Qin family's background, how could this be settled so easily? They must want to investigate until the truth is revealed, and these few people were the biggest suspects - who else would they look for?

  "Yes, Miss Zhuge, my master sincerely invites you to visit. Please get in the carriage." Liu Huaiqing stretched out his hand and made a welcoming gesture.

  "I've already said I'm not interested!" Zhuge Mingyue took a step to the side and continued walking forward. Since she already knew who was coming and what their purpose was, it would be foolish for her to walk right into their trap. Although she knew that Liu Huaiqing's abilities were profound, Zhuge Mingyue didn't have even a hint of fear. Relying on the mysterious power within her body, as well as the Stormwind and Nightshade, unless she encountered a truly saint-level expert, she had confidence in being able to protect herself against any soul master, no matter how strong. Besides, they were currently in the capital city - he probably wouldn't dare make a move.

  "Miss Zhuge, please don't make things difficult for me, okay?" Liu Huaiqing's figure flashed again, and he once more blocked Zhuge Mingyue's path. Although his tone was calm, his expression was exceptionally firm.

  "What if I deliberately make things difficult for you?" Zhuge Mingyue asked with a cold smile, "Are you going to take action?"

  "I don't dare to disobey, but I also don't dare not to do what the master of our house has entrusted me with." Liu Huaiqing said calmly.

  Zhuge Mingyue stopped talking and made preparations to take action. Although the other party said they didn't dare, judging from their attitude, if she didn't go, they would never let her leave easily.

  "Miss Zhuge, you don't have to be so tense. I'm not inviting you to Dayu City, our Qin family also has a mansion in the capital. The old master has already arrived in the capital, he just wants to see you and ask you some questions." Liu Huaiqing said in a soft voice.

  "Right in the capital?" Zhuge Mingyue was taken aback, she thought that Liu Huaiqing was going to kidnap her to Dayu City.

  "Yes, Miss Zhuge, my master just wants to know some things, that's all." Liu Huaiqing guaranteed with all his might.

  "Kitty, are you sure you won't go? The Star Guardian has a total of five pieces, and the Qin family also has one. Who knows, maybe the master of the Qin family will carry it with him." Suddenly, Nan Gong Jin's voice with a rising tone came from her ear.

  Zhuge Mingyue's heart skipped a beat, and her eyes glanced at Nangong Jin out of the corner. The Starlight Guardian had a different meaning for her, and she wondered if Nangong Jin's words were intentional or unintentional. Zhuge Mingyue tried to read something from his face, but on that absolutely beautiful face, there was only a hint of enchanting smile, nothing else could be discerned.

  Zhuge Mingyue hesitated. She knew that this time going to the Qin family wouldn't be so simple and she would be able to retreat unscathed. However, the Starlight Guardian was too important to her... The temptation was too great...

  Go or not go?

  The Qin family is an ancient and large clan, with many talented individuals. The Starlight Guardian must also be heavily guarded, it won't be easy to get one's hands on it. If the head of the Qin family carries it personally, the difficulty of obtaining it will only increase. However, that doesn't mean it's impossible.

  Zhuge Mingyue's thoughts turned, and suddenly a brilliant smile burst forth on her face: "Since Old Man Qin is so sincere, I'll make the trip then." The spirit in her brow was stirred up at this moment. What's just the Qin family? Even if it were a dragon's lair or a tiger's den, she could still emerge unscathed. And besides, don't forget, she had an ace up her sleeve - Huo!

  Zhuge Mingyue stepped onto the carriage, and Nangong Jin also followed up. The two guards stretched out their hands to block him, saying, "Sorry, my master only invited Miss Zhuge."

  "Oh, really?" A sly smile appeared on Nangong Jin's face as his gaze swept over the two guards. The glance was fleeting, but the two guards felt as if they had been stared at by a venomous snake, their bodies covered in goosebumps.

  "It was Miss Zhuge's friend, then let's go together." Liu Huaiqing said lightly, and upon hearing this, the two guards withdrew their hands, feeling a sense of relief.

  Liu Huaiqing only glanced at Nan Gongjin once, then withdrew his gaze. His mind was turbulent, this young man with a face so beautiful that it made people feel evil and mysterious, what was his origin? He couldn't even see through him. On his body, let alone facing Zhuge Mingyue, even if he were to face a Saint-level expert, he could muster the courage for a battle, but when facing Nan Gongjin, he couldn't summon any will to fight.

  No wonder Zhuge Mingyue was not panicked at all earlier, apart from her own strength being quite good, it turns out she also has such a powerful bodyguard behind her. Liu Huaiqing misunderstood their relationship.

  As she entered the carriage, she found that it was not only luxurious in appearance but also extremely lavish inside. The gold-inlaid jade carvings and the soft, smooth cushions were no less impressive than those of Xing Linzhou's carriage. Zhuge Mingyue couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the wealth and power of these ancient families. However, thinking about the soldiers who had been discarded like pawns in the forbidden land by Qin Hongyun, she felt a surge of disgust.

  The Danling State's historic or wealthy families mostly have mansions in the capital, and the Qin family is no exception. Soon, the carriage stopped in front of an old mansion, with a pair of majestic stone lions at the entrance, exuding a sense of grandeur. As Liu Huaiqing walked into the courtyard, the buildings inside were elegant yet solemn, with a hint of austerity. Along the way, the guards and servants they met had serious faces, not smiling or speaking carelessly, but naturally revealing a sense of superiority as if they were superior to others. Only when they saw Liu Huaiqing did they bow their heads in salute, while barely glancing at Zhuge Mingyue behind him. Apparently, Liu Huaiqing's status in the Qin family is not low.

  "Old master, Miss Zhuge has arrived." Zhuge Mingyue followed behind Liu Huaiqing, walking through the long corridor to the main hall, where Liu Huaiqing went forward to report.

  "Please come in." A low voice came from inside.

  "Miss Zhuge, please enter." Liu Huaiqing raised his hand to gesture, but he himself did not follow in.

  The hall's tables, chairs and screens were all made of red wood, giving off an ancient charm while also evoking a sense of heaviness and oppression. A man in his fifties with flecks of white at his temples sat in the center of the hall, his face bearing some resemblance to Qin Hongyun. He was the master of the Qin household, Qin Hongyun's grandfather, Qin Dingfang.

  "Miss Zhuge, please take a seat. Forgive me, Qin Mou is busy with affairs and couldn't come to greet you from afar." Qin Dingfang said as he stood up.

  "Mr. Qin is being polite." Zhuge Mingyue said calmly, then sat down.

  Nangong Jin, however, gave Qin Dingfang a faint glance, and then didn't give him another look, but instead stood up to observe the decorations in the room on his own. Because of those old red wood furniture, it seemed that they were from a distant era, which sparked Nangong Jin's interest.

  Qin Dingfang looked at him deeply for a few moments, and also felt the same feeling as Liu Huaiqing. Receiving Liu Huaiqing's suggestive glance, Qin Dingfang nodded slightly and shifted his gaze, treating him as if he didn't exist.

  Then, in the elegant and solemn Qin family hall, a strange scene appeared. The host of the Qin family sat upright and respectfully invited guests to be calm and natural. However, a handsome and charming young man was walking around the hall as if no one was there. Strangely, the usually strict old master seemed not to have noticed him at all. Even the servant who came to serve tea looked stunned, wondering if he had seen a ghost or something that others couldn't see.

  "Miss Zhuge, this time you and your team dominated the competition at the Chenlong Games and bravely won the championship. You have truly brought honor to our Danling country! I, Qin, offer you a cup of tea instead of wine." Qin Dingfang said with a sentimental expression.

  "Mr. Qin is overpraising, it's just luck." Zhuge Mingyue picked up her teacup and took a sip, not noticing anything wrong, and slightly put her mind at ease. While responding casually, Zhuge Mingyue was secretly wondering in her heart whether the master of the Qin family would bring the Star Fantasy Guardian with him or not. The Star Fantasy Guardian worn on the body would have some special auxiliary abilities. Would the master of the Qin family use this power?

  "Miss Zhuge is too modest, what's known as luck is actually fate, just like my poor grandson, not only didn't have this luck, but also lost his life to participate in the Chenlong Great Competition." Qin Dingfang's eyes flashed with a hint of viciousness that was hard to detect, and he continued, "Speaking of my son, I suppose Miss Zhuge should know him too, his name is Qin Hongyun, he once entered the forbidden land with Miss Zhuge, but later died miserably in the third layer of the forbidden land."

  "It's a pity that someone as talented as Qin Gongzi, with his exceptional abilities and stunning appearance, would suffer such misfortune. It's truly regrettable." Zhuge Mingyue heard the main topic and composed herself, putting on a disappointed expression.

  "Alas, my poor grandson. The Emperor's unexpected words have ruined everything. I don't even know who was responsible for my useless grandson's death. I heard that Miss Zhuge also entered the third restricted area that day, I wonder if she saw or heard anything?" Qin Dingfang asked with a hint of implication.

  "I and Qin Gongzi actually only met once, that day Qin Gongzi and several others entered the third forbidden area before me, when we went in, they were nowhere to be seen. Later we encountered a demon beast, after killing it, we quickly returned, even the news of Qin Gongzi's misfortune, I only heard about it later." Zhuge Mingyue's lie was spoken very smoothly.

  "Miss Zhuge's words may be somewhat untrue." Qin Dingfang gazed into Zhuge Mingyue's eyes and said slowly.

  "Does Master Qin mean that I killed Young Master Qin?" Zhuge Mingyue said with a hint of a smile, her voice cold as she took over the conversation.

  Qin Dingfang was taken aback, and it didn't occur to him that Zhuge Mingyue would speak so bluntly.

  "Miss Zhuge, no need to get angry. Qin just thinks that Sun Er's death was unjust and naturally doesn't want to let go of any clues. If my previous words offended Miss Zhuge, I hope you can forgive me." Although Qin Dingfang was smiling faintly, his eyes had become sharp.

  "If Mr. Qin invited me just to ask about Lord Gongzi, then I've already said all I know, so I'll take my leave." Zhuge Mingyue's face was cold and detached as she stood up, ready to depart.

  Zhuge Mingyue glared at Nangong Jin, who was still wandering around the room with great interest. "Let's go!" Zhuge Mingyue said impatiently to Nangong Jin. Now that he knew where the Qin family's residence in the capital was, he would come visit again next time and see if Xing Huan's guardian was also here. It would be best if it was here, rather than in the distant Dajucheng.

  "Miss Zhuge, Qin Mou still has some unfinished questions, why are you in such a hurry to leave?" Qin Dingfang suddenly stood up, and with his voice, five figures simultaneously blocked the door.

  It seems that Qin Dingfang has invited Zhuge Mingyue today, and he is determined to get the answer he wants before letting her go.

  Three people at the top of the sky, two people in the early stages of their souls. Zhuge Mingyue immediately saw the strength of the five people and his heart suddenly contracted. If only the strength of the five people was considered, he would not be able to stay behind, but Zhuge Mingyue knew that the Qin family had a mysterious combined attack technique, and when the five people joined forces, even those below the holy level might not be able to escape, let alone the fact that the Qin family also had an unfathomable master Qin Dingfang and a steward with similar strength, Liu Huaiqing.

  Zhuge Mingyue's face sank, but she was not intimidated by this lineup. She had already been muttering incantations and her hand slowly placed on the dagger at her waist.

  Nangong Jin suddenly seemed to come back to his senses, let out a sound of surprise, turned his head to look over here, but didn't make any other movements, not showing the slightest intention of going forward to help Zhuge Mingyue.

  Qin Dingfang looked at Nangong Jin with a hint of confusion, really couldn't understand the relationship between the two.

  Five Qin guards stood at the door, as still as stone statues, their faces as hard and cold as stone carvings. Standing in front of them made one feel like facing an insurmountable peak.

  The hands of the five people were all lightly placed on the hilt of the sword at their waist, and in this moment, Zhuge Mingyue almost had an illusion that the person standing in front of him was actually one person, and the others were just his incarnations or phantoms.

  Zhuge Mingyue's footsteps moved slightly, as if he was about to leave. A Soul Guardian swordswoman lightly plucked her fingers, and her long sword slightly emerged from its scabbard, revealing a hint of chilliness. Several strands of imperceptible energy flowed across the bodies of several people, like a hundred rivers converging into the sea, surging towards that Soul Guardian swordswoman's body. In an instant, this swordswoman, who was originally only in the initial stages of her soul, rapidly increased in power and became unfathomable.

  The Qin family actually has such a terrifying combined technique, which broadened Zhuge Mingyue's horizons.

  With Qin Dingfang's strength, he naturally felt the spiritual fluctuations of the summoning spell. It turned out that he also had doubts about Zhuge Mingyue's strength, just like others, but after seeing Zhuge Mingyue, he knew that the rumors were not false, and Zhuge Mingyue was able to win the championship of the Chenlong Great Competition with his own strength. At this time, he did not dare to underestimate the enemy again, and quietly made preparations for action. Meanwhile, outside the hall, by the edge of the flower stand, Liu Huaiqin slightly bowed his head, his gaze locked tightly onto Zhuge Mingyue like lightning.

  The atmosphere suddenly became extremely solemn.

  "Ah, okay, Mingyue, let's go. Today I want to eat Crystal Full Set." Nan Gong Jin finally spoke lazily, he walked past Zhuge Mingyue and headed out. The five people blocking the hall door were like non-existent in his eyes.

  The five guards' bodies swayed involuntarily, as if they had fallen into the boundless ocean, their bodies drifting with the waves. Although the surging forces around them seemed gentle, they were endless and overwhelming, making it impossible to resist.

  Nangong Jin walked out of the courtyard with a leisurely pace, and the five guards were pushed back by that gentle yet powerful force, clearing a path for him. Several guards gritted their teeth, trying to push forward, but under the rippling power, they couldn't take a single step forward.

  Qin Dingfang and Liu Huaiqing's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise, these five guards had grown up together since childhood, their coordination was extremely tacit, even to the point of being telepathic. Once they launched their combined attack, even Qin Dingfang and Liu Huaiqing would be unable to escape. But this handsome man, who seemed almost otherworldly, had forced them to retreat repeatedly with just a raise of his hand or a lift of his foot. Just how strong was he?

  Qin Dingfang knew that it was impossible to keep Zhuge Mingyue today, so he waved his hand and several guards quietly retreated, disappearing from view in the blink of an eye. However, his gaze at Zhuge Mingyue's back was as venomous as a snake. He couldn't bear it, couldn't bear it! Qin Hongyun had died unjustly, and this girl in front of him must be related to Qin Hongyun's death. Even if she wasn't the one who did it, she should know the truth! But now, he was helplessly letting her go like this.

  Forget it, forget it, wait for another chance.

  Wait until that demon man is not by her side, then capture her again, and subject her to severe torture. Even if all the cruel punishments are used, she must be forced to tell the truth!

  It wasn't until she walked out of the Qin family's gloomy mansion that Zhuge Mingyue finally let out a long sigh of relief. Although neither side had made a move earlier, the situation was extremely precarious, even more so than when she was in the Chen Long tournament. If it weren't for Nan Gongyi's sake, she wouldn't have been able to walk out of the Qin family's gate so smoothly.

  "Great change, let's go, I'll treat you to a crystal full set." Zhuge Mingyue was so generous to Nan Gongjin for the first time. Considering his performance just now, she decided to invite him out.

  "I'm not a pervert, watch your words." Nangong Jin turned his head and coldly hummed as he looked at Zhuge Mingyue.

  "Oh, what are you?" Zhuge Mingyue asked with a hint of teasing.

  "The world's number one wisdom, the world's number one handsome, the world's number one divine martial arts, the world's number one..." Nan Gongyin's words seemed endless.

  Zhuge Mingyue couldn't help but burst out laughing: "Please, Nangong Jin, can you please not make cold jokes?"

  Nangong Jin snorted and said disdainfully: "You're a stupid woman who has eyes but can't see."

  "I have eyes, and I also have eyeballs!" Zhuge Mingyue glared with wide eyes, pointing at her own eyes to counterattack Nan Gongjin very seriously.

  Nangong Jin chuckled and suddenly stretched out his hand, pinching Zhuge Mingyue's chin: "Then I'll take a good look."

  Zhuge Mingyue clearly saw his salted pig hand reaching out, wanting to dodge but couldn't dodge in time. Looking at that approaching demonic face, she punched him with one fist.

  Nangong Jin released Zhuge Mingyue's chin, turned his hand over and grasped Zhuge Mingyue's wrist, laughing out loud: "Little kitty has swung her claws, it's not cute like this ~"

  Zhuge Mingyue glared at Nangong Jin, just about to say something, but his next action made her want to hit him even more. She saw him pull out a handkerchief and carefully wipe the hand that had just grasped her wrist.

  Zhuge Mingyue was so angry that she almost spat out fire: "You pervert with a cleanliness obsession, I curse you to never find a wife in your life!" She didn't care if Nangong Jin understood the two words for "wife" or not. She directly summoned a gust of wind and rode it back home. Want to eat a crystal feast? Go dream! Since the Qin family has come looking for her, the next step might be to go after Ling Feiyang and Wan Qichen. Ling Feiyang is currently not in the capital, so there's no need to worry about him for now. Changsun Ninghao seems to be in closed-door meditation in Qingyun Prefecture, even less of a concern. But Wan Qichen and Xue Zihao are not to be underestimated.

  Nangong Jin looked at Zhuge Mingyue's receding back, puzzled and rubbed his smooth chin, muttering to himself: "Wife? What does this mean? Do I need to find a wife?" After saying that, he also floated away, following behind Zhuge Mingyue.

  Just after Zhuge Mingyue left, in the Qin's residence, Qin Dingfang and Liu Huaiqing stood in front of the hall, with their hands behind their backs, gazing intently at the gate for a long time, which was the direction where Zhuge Mingyue's figure disappeared.

  "Zhuge Mingyue must be related to Hongyun's death!" Qin Dingfang said firmly.

  "Is it true what Master said, that she was the one who did it?" asked Liu Huaiqing tentatively.

  "That can't be avoided. I saw her expression just now, it didn't seem fake, but as for Hongyun's death, she must know something." Qin Dingfang said thoughtfully.

  "Well, I'll think of a way to investigate then," said Liu Huaiqing.

  "Alright, but be careful of the person beside her, his strength is very powerful! Perhaps on par with Mr. Qing, a formidable young man indeed." Qin Dingfang said sternly. He was naturally referring to Nan Gongjin, in the capital city, there were not many people who could make them attach such importance, aside from Mr. Qing, Nan Gongjin was one of them, it's unknown whether Nan Gongjin would feel proud if he heard Qin Dingfang's words or not.

  "Don't worry, old master, I'll be careful." Liu Huaiqing said.

  "Wait, take this with you. Be sure to bring back Zhuge Mingyue." Qin Dingfang said, solemnly handing over the black stone that had been tightly grasped in his palm to Liu Huaiqiu's hand.

  "Yes, sir." Liu Huaiqing took the seemingly ordinary stone block and held it tightly in his palm. Although the edges of the black stone had been worn smooth, but when he held it, there was a faintly painful feeling, an icy feeling that went straight to the bone marrow.

  Xuān Hún Shí, a mysterious meteorite from the heavens, can unleash its mystical power through infusion of Qi or spiritual energy. In an instant, it can strike the opponent's mental space, rendering them unable to rapidly gather Qi or spiritual energy, achieving a one-hit knockout effect. The damage dealt to summoners is especially massive.

  This piece of Xuanhun Stone has always been the Qin family's treasure, only the head of the household is qualified to carry it with him. Now that Qin Dingfang has personally handed it over to Liu Huaiqiong, it can be seen how much he trusts and values him. Liu Huaiqiong was moved in his heart and made up his mind to complete the task entrusted by the head of the household at all costs.

  Night falls, in the capital city, lanterns are first lit.

  Liu Huaiqing hid in a room opposite the mansion of Zhuge Mingyue, holding his breath and closely watching the movements inside the mansion.

  That demonic man seems to be in the mansion as well, with him around, it's impossible to succeed.

  One quiet night passed, and Liu Huaiqing still did not leave. He was waiting, waiting for an opportunity.

  The next morning, Zhuge Mingyue finally appeared. She summoned a hurricane and rode on it towards the city gate. Nan Gongjin was not by her side, and Liu Huaiqing saw this scene with great joy. He took big strides to follow her.

  The hurricane was moving very fast, and Liu Huaiqing could initially keep up with it, but later found it increasingly difficult.

  Not long after Zhuge Mingyue and Liu Huaiqing left, Nan Gongjin's figure appeared at the window on the upper floor. He leaned against the window with a lazy attitude, but exuded an attractive aura.

  "Aren't you worried that your little darling might get into danger?" Nangong Jin lazily turned his head slightly, looking at Jun Qianyao who appeared in the room.

  "What's the worry?" Jun Qingyao chuckled and sat down elegantly, "Worry that no one will collect the corpses of those who followed him? If you're willing to collect them, you can follow up now."

  "Tsk, tsk, so heartless! The little kitten is in danger and you're not worried at all." Nangong Jin slightly raised his chin, lamenting with a hint of resentment, "The other party has the Xuanhun Stone, after all~"

  "That thing isn't bad either. If Mingyue were to take it, it would save a lot of trouble later on." Jun Qianyao's expression didn't change, and he still smiled as he said this.

  "You're really confident about your little darling, aren't you?" Nangong Jin breathed out softly.

  "That's for sure, as my woman, how can you be so weak?" Jun Qingyao asked with a smile.

  "Your woman, hahaha……” Nangong Jin burst out laughing as if he had heard a very funny joke. His eyebrows were furrowed from laughter, and his eyes were welling up with tears. Even Jun Qiang's face changed color. Only then did he slowly say, "You're certain she's your woman, but she may not be certain you're her man. Don't rush to deny it, or I'll just think you're getting angry from embarrassment. Wait until she tells you she likes you, and then come bragging to me about how she's your woman."

  Jun Yingyao's face looked a bit unsightly, and he suddenly stood up, brushed his sleeves, and directly flew out of the window, chasing in the direction where Zhuge Mingyue disappeared.

  Nangong Jin stood by the window, smiling seductively.

  About ten miles outside the capital city, Zhuge Mingyue suddenly stopped, and a strong sense of crisis enveloped her.

  Liu Huaiqing finally couldn't hold back, and without hesitation, he made his move. His figure was like a ghost from hell, floating towards Zhuge Mingyue. The powerful energy was released with full force, and the places where his figure passed by, the fallen leaves and grass on the ground were all crushed into powder.

  Zhuge Mingyue let out a cold snort and slid down from the back of the hurricane, reversing his hand to prepare to pull out his dagger.

  The hurricane, which was in sync with Zhuge Mingyue's mind, sensed her crisis and let out a muffled roar. Its body instantly transformed into a virtual shadow, passing by Zhuge Mingyue and pouncing towards Liu Zhenqin. The sharp claws drew several golden flashes in the air.

  But the invincible Golden Claw, this time however, was ineffective and counterproductive. Facing the fierce pounce of the hurricane, Liu Huaiqing's eyes condensed, his body surrounded by a whirlwind, his energy instantly filling his entire body. Just as the hurricane's indestructible Golden Claw was about to grab onto Liu Huaiqing's body, he let out a low growl and a burst of air exploded from his body, violently slamming the hurricane's body flying outwards. His entire body remained unscathed, not even the soft and delicate silk fabric suffered any damage.

  The hurricane looked disheveled but was not injured at all. On the other hand, Liu Huaiqing appeared to be unaffected on the surface, but in fact he was a bit suffocated at this moment. He had just used his full strength to block the hurricane's attack.

  Zhuge Mingyue took advantage of the opportunity to rush up with the storm, quickly pulling out his dagger, and the power inside his body rapidly condensed.

  Suddenly, Zhuge Mingyue's brain felt like it had been pricked by a needle, her whole body trembled, as if something had suddenly invaded her spiritual space. Although it was only finer than the tip of a needle, it was still unbearable. In that instant, under the piercing pain that came from the depths of her mind, her entire body seemed to have lost control. The power inside her was still gathering, but Zhuge Mingyue couldn't grasp it at all.

  Mind attack? Several words flashed through Zhuge Mingyue's mind instantly.

  In a daze, Zhuge Mingyue saw Liu Huaiqing walking towards her step by step with a triumphant expression on his face.

  Liu Huaiqing secretly sneered, in the Qin family's thousands of years of history, they had experienced countless trials and tribulations, but it was all thanks to this piece of Xuanhun Stone that the family had repeatedly escaped disaster. Even a Saint-level expert would be unable to withstand its erosion when caught off guard. Zhuge Mingyue's strength was formidable, but could anyone be stronger than a Saint?

  Just as Liu Huaiqing was secretly pleased with himself, a seven-colored light suddenly burst forth from Zhuge Mingyue's body, like a rainbow, surrounding her and making her look so ethereal, illusory, and holy.

  A refreshing feeling surged up in my heart, the sharp pain in my mind suddenly disappeared, and my whole body felt relaxed.

  "What is this?" Liu Huaiqing looked at the scene as if it were an illusion, and was greatly shocked. He clearly felt that Zhuge Mingyue's momentum had suddenly become stronger, and a power that made everyone feel their hearts tremble was surging and boiling.

  "Could it be that the Xuanhun Stone doesn't work on her?! How is this possible?" Even Lian Liu Huaiqing didn't dare to believe this speculation, suddenly, a thought rose up in his mind, "Could it be the Star Fantasy Guardian? Legend has it that when the soul guarding power of the Star Fantasy Guardian is activated, isn't it exactly this seven-colored light?"

  Liu Huaiqing's eyes turned scorching hot, and he struck out without leaving any room for mercy. No matter what, today he must capture this little girl back.

  "Bang", as the seven-colored halo on Zhuge Mingyue's body grew thicker, a faint hum seemed to emanate from Liu Zhenqing's hand, but he didn't have time to think about it. Taking advantage of Zhuge Mingyue's power not having reached its peak yet, he gathered all his strength and punched out at Zhuge Mingyue.

  Soul-level pinnacle! Zhuge Mingyue finally knew how strong Liu Huaiqing's strength was, that one punch seemed to make the sky emit a burst of thunderous shockwaves, the gentle night wind around him seemed to be still under the pressure of this punch.

  Zhuge Mingyue flew back and retreated. Her movements were still strange and swift, she wanted to avoid Liu Huaiqin's full-strength attack and counterattack again.

  But just at this moment, a mutation suddenly emerged.

  "How bold!" A slightly hoarse and furious shout echoed through the air.

  A long sword suddenly appeared in the sky, so abrupt and yet so swift, as if it had come from another space, bringing with it a whistling sound that could split heaven and earth, slashing down towards Liu Huaiqing.

  Under the sword, it seemed as if all living beings in the world were trembling and wailing for him. Under that heaven-shattering sword intent, a feeling that he could not resist rose up in Liu Huaiqin's heart, something he had never felt since advancing to the Soul level so many years ago.

  Liu Huaiqing quickly retreated, and the sword also began to shadow his movements. No matter how fast he was, he couldn't escape the sharp intent of that sword.

  "Hiss", the sword edge sliced through Liu Huaiqing's body, bringing a flying piece of gorgeous blood mist. Liu Huaiqing was also knocked to the ground by that powerful and sharp sword slash.

  Liu Huaiqing let out a muffled groan, and suddenly felt as if his body had been thoroughly cut open by this sword. His skin, skull, and internal organs were all gushing out fresh blood, and his life force was rapidly draining from his body. Liu Zhen and Liu Qiang suppressed their breath, and suddenly sprang up, turning around to flee without hesitation. This sword intent, he had only felt it on one person's body in his lifetime, and that was the person he most respected and feared. Obviously, it wasn't that person who came, but it still filled him with dread.

  Liu Huaiqing's figure had disappeared from view, but the long sword that had appeared out of thin air still lingered in mid-air, emitting a faint humming noise. A slightly hunched and aged figure slowly descended to the ground, with an unremarkable appearance that yet gave off an otherworldly aura.

  "Uncle Yuchi!" Zhuge Mingyue exclaimed in surprise. The one who had come was indeed Yuchi Hong.

  "Are you hurt?" Wei Chi Hong stretched out his thin old hand and touched Zhu Ge Mingyue's head, asking with concern.

  "No." Zhuge Mingyue shook her head excitedly, but suddenly changed color, "Damn it, that person is the steward of the Qin family. He must have seen the Xinghuan Guardian on me just now! He used some method to launch a mental attack on me earlier!"

  Wei Chi Hong's face changed, and he turned his head to look in the direction that Liu Huai Qing had escaped, saying in a low voice: "Can't catch up, however, it doesn't matter. He won't live for much longer either. You said he was from the Qin family?"

  "Yes, the Qin family, the Qin family of Dayu City." Zhuge Mingyue's heart was filled with hidden worries. The seven-colored light that Xing Huan had just protected had already fallen into Liu Huaiqin's eyes. If even Qin Hongyun could recognize it, he must have recognized it too. Although the Qin family had lost this time, they would definitely not give up easily. If they made a move again next time, they would definitely come prepared. She couldn't always rely on Wei Chonghong's protection after all. He wouldn't be able to protect her every minute of every day.

  "Haha, so it's the Qin family from Dayu City. Then you don't have to worry, they won't dare make another move." Wei Chi Hong said calmly, and a chill emanated from his slightly gaunt body.

  "Does Uncle Wei know someone from the Qin family?" Zhuge Mingyue asked with some confusion.

  "They know me, but I don't know them. Because they're not worthy!" Wei Chi Hong hummed softly and said, "Alright, what brings you to find me?"

  "There's nothing else, just came to ask about the Qin family having a Star Guardian." Zhuge Mingyue was shocked by Wei Tuo Hong's words. The Qin family, not worthy!

  "Qin family actually has a Starlight Guardian? How did you know?" Wei Chi Hong furrowed his brow, "They somehow managed to get their hands on a Starlight Guardian. However, it doesn't matter, they'll be yours sooner or later. Once your strength is sufficient, go take them."

  It was the first time that Wei Qi saw such a villainous and evil-looking Eunuch Hong, and he couldn't help but burst out laughing.

  "You're still not strong enough now. Anyway, seize the time to cultivate, got it?" Wei Chi Hong added with a stern face.

  "Yes, yes." Zhuge Mingyue nodded repeatedly, she wanted to become stronger than anyone else.

  ……

  A figure covered in blood, like a ghost, flashed into the Qin house. Several guards were about to react when they saw his face and immediately stopped, bowing their heads respectfully, "Elder Liu!"

  Liu Huaiqing didn't even glance at them, and swiftly rushed towards the backyard. He had been with Qin Dingfang for many years and knew that he must be waiting for news in the backyard at this time. His time was running out, and he wanted to use his last moments to inform the master of the specific situation.

  Several guards looked up in surprise, and Liu Huaiqing, although an outsider, held a high position in the Qin family. Even many of his own clan members would show respect when meeting him, addressing him as "Liu Lao". It was the first time he had been so flustered in all these years. What had happened? When they saw the trail of blood on the ground, they were even more shocked: "Liu Lao has actually been injured! Rumor has it that he is the Qin family's number one master, second only to the head of the household. Some people even say that his strength is actually comparable to Qin Dingfang and Zhong Bo, but he deliberately hid his strength for fear of overshadowing them. How could someone have such strong power to injure him? Could it be... a Saint-level cultivator?" The guards looked at each other in dismay, for "Saint-level" was an existence that they could only look up to, and not even dare to hope for.

  "Huai Qing, are you hurt?" Qin Dingfang, who was waiting in the courtyard, was shocked to see Liu Huaiqing's appearance and hurriedly came forward to support him.

  "Master, I'm sorry, I failed. The Xuanhun Stone is also destroyed." Liu Huaiqing said intermittently, his tone filled with apology, loosening his clenched fingers, the dark Xuanhun Stone had split into several pieces, and that mysterious luster was gone, unable to feel the icy chill within.

  Qin Dingfang was as if struck by lightning, his whole body suddenly stunned, unable to speak. The Xuanhun Stone was destroyed, this was the Qin family's ancestral treasure that had been passed down for thousands of years, even when facing multiple Saint-level experts it remained unscathed. Who would have thought that today it would be destroyed like this? Could that little girl really have such strong abilities? How could this be possible? The Xuanhun Stone was destroyed, and now he had to explain himself to the rest of the clan.

  Zhuge Mingyue, Zhuge Mingyue, you and I, Qin family are irreconcilable!

  "Old master, Zhuge Mingyue, she... has..." Liu Huaiqing's words became increasingly labored as he struggled to tell Qin Dingfang about the Star Guardian on Zhuge Mingyue's body.

  Digression

  Waaaahhhh~~~~

  I can say that the next few chapters will be exciting? Mingyue, little universe explosion!

  Look at you genuine girls, my heart towards you is like a bright moon, you understand.