18: The bewildered, ghostly moon

Dongfang Yingxue's face turned cold upon hearing this, and she glared fiercely at Gu Yuan, who was pretending to be innocent.

Even though, even though she had been in that state just now...

But! This Rebellious Disciple, how, how could he just take the opportunity to kiss her?

Then again, he had coveted her for a long time.

In such a situation, it seemed understandable that he couldn't hold back... No, bah! Why am I making excuses for him?!

“Rebellious Disciple, I'll deal with you when we get back!”

Dongfang Yingxue gave Gu Yuan a light spit of disdain, then looked coldly toward the horizon.

“To think the dignified Demon Venerable has a hobby of peeping at others. What, do you have no other tricks besides this barrier?”

Nether Moon was somewhat surprised to see that Dongfang Yingxue didn't show the slightest hint of shame.

In her impression, she had always been that cold and aloof type.

Now, having been seen kissing her own Disciple, she had no reaction at all, not even refuting her words.

Tsk... Could it be that Dongfang Yingxue really likes her own Disciple...?

Then this trip to the Immortal Burial Cave isn't without its rewards.

“Without this barrier, this Venerable wouldn't have been able to see those scenes just now. Little brother, shouldn't you thank this Venerable? After all, this Venerable let you experience your Revered Master's fragrant and soft body.”

Nether Moon said with a charming laugh, her face full of teasing.

In the countless days to come, whenever Nether Moon thought of today, she couldn't help but want to slap her current self.

How could she be so generous at her own expense, creating such a great opportunity for Gu Yuan and Dongfang Yingxue's relationship to heat up?

But well, that's a story for later.

Hearing Nether Moon's words, Gu Yuan couldn't help but chuckle.

But upon seeing his Revered Master's embarrassed and angry gaze, Gu Yuan immediately straightened his expression.

“Cough, the Demon Venerable must be joking. My Revered Master and I were already of one heart, but I indeed must thank the Demon Venerable for helping us Breakthrough in our relationship.”

Gu Yuan said while enduring a 'gentle' massage from his Revered Master.

“Gu Yuan, you just wait. See how I, I deal with you when we get back!”

Dongfang Yingxue said fiercely while pinching Gu Yuan's waist.

But she also knew that if she truly flew into a rage out of shame now...

She would become a laughingstock for That Woman, Nether Moon.

Nether Moon was stunned for a moment, then let out two more charming laughs.

“I didn't expect you, Little Fellow, to be so thick-skinned. Hmph, but don't think about getting out today unless you, Dongfang Yingxue, call that person here for this Venerable!”

Uh... actually I'm right in front of you... Gu Yuan shook his head helplessly, but since the System hadn't finished upgrading yet, he couldn't just say it out loud.

Hearing this, Dongfang Yingxue looked at Nether Moon with some disbelief.

Wait, this woman went to such great lengths just to see that person?

Is this still the Demon Venerable in my impression?

“Revered Master, I have a way to leave this place. You distract her first.”

At this time, Gu Yuan gently poked the soft flesh of Dongfang Yingxue's waist and whispered.

Dongfang Yingxue bit her lip; she had already grown accustomed to this Rebellious Disciple's intimate behavior.

After all, just now, her first kiss had been snatched away by this Rebellious Disciple... “Heh, Nether Moon, do you really think mere Devilish Qi can trap this Venerable?”

Dongfang Yingxue let out a cold snort.

As for this barrier, she was only trapped here because she was caught off guard.

Although ancient devilish qi is extremely terrifying, breaking through it by force is not an issue.

However, considering Gu Yuan was also there, a forced breakout might involve him, which was something Dongfang Yingxue didn't want to happen.

But Dongfang Yingxue hadn't expected that she would actually be affected by the illusion inside.

And... right in front of Gu Yuan... Thinking of everything that happened just now, Dongfang Yingxue felt her face burning.

Fortunately, That Woman Nether Moon leaked a trace of Devilish Qi into this space, which allowed her to completely break free from the illusion's influence.

Otherwise, Dongfang Yingxue really couldn't imagine what kind of shameful things she would have done.

“Hmph, Dongfang Yingxue, keep being stubborn. This is a place left behind by my Ancient Demon Race. Even for you, wanting to escape is nothing but a fantasy.”

Nether Moon said somewhat disdainfully. If it were anywhere else, she wouldn't be so sure.

But in this Immortal Burial Cave, she, Nether Moon, as the contemporary Demon Venerable, is an invincible existence.

“If you can get out, I'll... I... Huh!? You, how did you get out?”

Nether Moon was still mocking and ridiculing Dongfang Yingxue.

But the next moment, she saw Dongfang Yingxue and Gu Yuan appear before her.

Nether Moon was instantly dumbfounded.

Wait, did the face-slapping come this fast?

Looking at Nether Moon's dazed and helpless appearance, Gu Yuan couldn't help but feel amused.

She really is the cutest at times like this.

Gu Yuan shook a small wooden hammer in his hand and said with a smile:

“Lord Demon Venerable, have you ever heard of this World-Breaking Hammer?”

World-Breaking Hammer?

Nether Moon shook her head blankly after hearing that.

Wait, this is a barrier formed by ancient devilish qi.

If you said Dongfang Yingxue could break free by using all her strength, there would still be a tiny possibility.

But now you're telling me you used such a small hammer to break my barrier?

Nether Moon felt as if she had also fallen into some kind of illusion.

Seeing Nether Moon stunned like this, the corners of Dongfang Yingxue's mouth couldn't help but rise slightly.

That Woman's arrogant look just now had made her quite unhappy.

Seeing her like this now, Dongfang Yingxue only felt very pleased.

But seeing Gu Yuan winking at her, silently saying 'Am I great or what?', Dongfang Yingxue gave another soft snort.

This Rebellious Disciple certainly has many strange and quirky things.

But!

This won't make her let him off.

Hmph~ What needs to be punished must be punished.

Otherwise, who knows if this fellow will become even more reckless in the future.

“Nether Moon, it seems your so-called ancient devilish qi is only so-so.”

Hearing this, Nether Moon's chest heaved with anger.

She felt that today had really been a waste of effort.

Not only did she not see him, but she was also laughed at by Dongfang Yingxue; it was truly infuriating.

“Hmph, Dongfang Yingxue, you're having an illicit affair with your Disciple; the whole world will laugh at you. Everyone says Empress Qiongyue is as cold and aloof as the moon, but I see you're just a woman who steals men!”

Nether Moon curled her lips and glanced pointedly at Gu Yuan beside Dongfang Yingxue.

Hey, truth be told, this guy is actually quite good-looking.

But... wait!

Nether Moon's expression suddenly froze, and her gaze toward Gu Yuan became a bit more dazed.

Why... did this person give her such an extremely familiar and close feeling...?

Hearing this, Dongfang Yingxue stared coldly at Nether Moon, who stared back, refusing to be outdone.

As their eyes met, sparks seemed to fly between them.