Shocking the Nine Heavens With My Sword
Chapter 164 - 157

Chapter 164: 157

Chapter 159: Night Raid

"My little man, you truly moved me to death!" Xiao Huoshui’s eyes brimmed with the tenderness of spring as she knelt halfway in front of Zhou Heng. Her face was painted with intense admiration, glowing with radiance and unmatched beauty.

She was already a seductive woman made to tempt one into sin. At this moment, her allure only increased, nearly causing Zhou Heng to push her down and consummate their relationship!

This woman, can’t she stop seducing people to save her life?

Zhou Heng shook his head and said, "For your Xiao Family, what I’ve done must be a huge disappointment!"

Xiao Huoshui was taken aback, then a look of realization washed over her, followed by a soft sigh.

To a major family, the greatest use of female members is to broker marriage alliances. If it’s possible to establish a tie with an even more prominent family, that would naturally be extremely beneficial for the clan.

The Ying Family from Bright Moon Country is a huge entity, with Nascent Soul Realm ancestors. Even if placed in the Heavenly Dragon Empire, they would still be considered a top-tier family. For the Xiao Family to become in-laws with such a family was, of course, highly desirable!

As for Xiao Huoshui’s personal wishes, they were never a part of the consideration. As a member of the Xiao family, wasn’t it expected for her to sacrifice herself for the family’s sake? Besides, Ying Bingfeng was debonair and exceptionally handsome; who was she to not match him?

To put it more unpleasantly, Xiao Huoshui’s beauty was well known, and she had countless admirers. To be wedded formally by a man of such high status was her good fortune; how could she possibly have any complaints?

"My relatives think that marrying Ying Bingfeng is me climbing the social ladder, but how would they know what I truly want? They threatened me with my parents’ lives; I had no choice but to comply," Xiao Huoshui’s eyes were misty, the fog in them thick.

This enchantress exuded seductiveness in every move she made, and even her sorrowful expression became enticing, beckoning to be dominated in every way.

"I’ve already sold myself once for my family; henceforth, I shall live only for myself!" Xiao Huoshui showed a hint of vulnerability, resting her alabaster cheek on Zhou Heng’s lap, "But they threatened me with my parents’ lives; how could they be so cruel?"

Zhou Heng was silent. Family, it is said, should be filled with loved ones, yet when power is involved, how could the struggles and dangers be anything less?

"From now on, you are a free person!" He patted Xiao Huoshui’s head; her glossy black hair was smooth and emitted a charming fragrance. He didn’t approve of Xiao Huoshui’s previous dissolute life, but as a friend, he supported her desires.

"But I’ve already decided, I want to be your woman!" Xiao Huoshui raised her beautiful face and looked at Zhou Heng with a seductive smile, her starry eyes soft with affection, making his heart race.

"You don’t love me; better to forget it! I may have helped you once, but that’s because Ying Bingfeng was simply too detestable. You don’t need to take it to heart!" Zhou Heng shook his head. His possessive desire was strong, but he didn’t wish to carelessly entangle himself with women; gaining another responsibility was the last thing he wanted.

Even with someone like Orchid Concubine whom he disliked, now that she had become his servant, he was bound to ensure her safety, though he could never possibly grow fond of her.

"Hee hee, little man, you’re quite something. Love? Such a luxurious word, I’ve long stopped being capable of love," Xiao Huoshui cooed, her natural seductiveness making Zhou Heng’s body burn with desire.

"Men always say one thing and mean another!"

"I don’t need you to love me; just possess me fiercely! The Xiao Family has deeply disappointed me. From now on, I will follow you, be your servant, as long as you’re able to ’satisfy’ me!"

An unparalleled beauty was asking in a low voice to be his servant; Zhou Heng couldn’t deny the surge of emotion within him, but he wasn’t the sort to take advantage of others’ gratitude. In the moment he said, "Once you become my woman, you will have to stay with only me for life. Don’t you yearn for freedom? Are you willing to do this?"

"Without the protection of great strength, where could true freedom come from?" Xiao Huoshui’s lips parted slightly, revealing gleaming white teeth in a seemingly subconscious gesture, which nearly made Zhou Heng explode with passion.

"I may seem like the pampered second miss of the Xiao Family, loved by thousands, but when real troubles come, I have no power to fight back! This time it’s Ying Bingfeng, but next time it could be Ma Bingfeng, Yang Bingfeng... Sigh, who can blame me for being naturally beautiful, loved by all?"

Her words began with a note of sorrow, but by the last sentence, she had undoubtedly reverted to her bewitching charm, delightful beyond measure.

Zhou Heng couldn’t resist any longer, scooping her up in his arms and holding her close.

They squeezed together in one chair, their bodies pressed against each other, each able to hear the thudding heartbeat within the other’s chest.

"You seductive woman!" Zhou Heng exclaimed.

"I am that enchantress who kills without owing a life, a fox spirit in my past life, destined to bewitch every man in this one! Little man, possess me! Possess me fiercely!"

"Of course!" Zhou Heng chuckled, his expression regaining its calmness, "But not now—first, I need to slaughter a few people!"

"Who?" Xiao Huoshui spoke with a slightly hoarse voice, her low tones enhancing her sensuality.

"Ying Bingfeng, Yue Hu, Liu Yue!" Zhou Heng’s killing intent was palpable. He had been too merciful in the past; one must be harsher and more ruthless than the wicked when dealing with them, otherwise they will always cause trouble!

"Are you serious?" Xiao Huoshui got a shock. The weakest of those three had a Heaven-Opening Realm expert backing them, and the Ying Family even had a Nascent Soul Realm Old Ancestor. These were not people one could simply kill!

"Certainly!" Zhou Heng nodded, pinching Xiao Huoshui’s chin and enjoying the surprise on her face, "Go take a bath and lie in bed waiting for me!"

Listening to his commanding tone, filled with boundless confidence, Xiao Huoshui harbored not even a slice of resistance toward his dominance. Instead, she consented willingly, and her body softened even more. "Your servant will wait for you, please go and return early—" she cooed shyly, "Your servant never wears any clothes to sleep!"

Zhou Heng nearly jumped up, wanting to roll into bed with this seductive woman right away, but he managed to calm down with great difficulty.

He left the inn and looked up at the night sky. It was deep into the night, and just by chance thick clouds covered the sky, dimming the stars. It was an excellent time for murder and plunder!

With Swift Cloud Radiant Step, Zhou Heng moved like the wind, racing through the vast Imperial Capital.

Ying Bingfeng was staying in Xifeng Inn located in the eastern part of the city, one of the best inns there. Zhou Heng learned this from an offhand comment during his conversation with Mei Yixiang.

Xifeng Inn was extensive, covering over a dozen acres, with hundreds of separate courtyards designed for established and influential guests. Each courtyard had its own dedicated serving maids and attendants, making it no different from staying in one’s own home.

Zhou Heng expanded his Divine Sense, enveloping the surrounding hundred meters, and it took only a short span to lock onto his target.

With a spring in his step, he arrived at a vast courtyard filled with elegantly arranged orchids and lotuses. Under the use of Swift Cloud Radiant Step, his movements were lighter than a civet, undetectable even by Martial Artists at the same Realm.

"... you two idiots, what mess have you created? Look at the state my face is in now!" Ying Bingfeng’s angry rebuke came from inside the house.

"Young Master Ying, what’s done is done; there’s no point discussing this any further. Let’s think of another solution!" Liu Yue’s voice followed immediately.

"Nonsense, what can we do now? That Mei Family bitch actually defended Zhou Heng like that. Who in the entire Shengyuan City would dare to lay a hand on him now? Damn it, my treasure is still in his possession, I must get it back!" Ying Bingfeng yelled, though his face was unseen, it was surely contorted in rage, "I don’t care what means you use, you must snatch back that purple bell!"

That was a treasure entrusted to him by Ying Cheng’en for safekeeping. If he failed to return it, he was certain to be flayed alive by Ying Chengsi!

Indeed, even being a prominent clan member of the Ying Family would be useless; no one dared to provoke Ying Cheng’en. This person was the Ying Family’s star of hope, doted upon to the core by the Old Ancestor, to the extent that, even after raping the Family Master’s Wife to death, he was only confined for a few days!

In the Ying Family, upsetting the Old Ancestor was forgivable, but offending Ying Cheng’en was not!

Zhou Heng focused his Spiritual Power, and the thin paper on the windows could no longer obstruct his vision, allowing him to clearly see everything inside.

Ying Bingfeng, Yue Hu, and Liu Yue were sitting together drinking, with several beautiful women serving wine beside them.

Good, all three of them were together, saving him the trouble of visiting different places!

What surprised Zhou Heng a bit was Liu Yue. He had thought the man was only capable of being overbearing and arrogant. Little did he expect that, not seeing him for several days, Liu Yue had turned into a sinister strategist. If he hadn’t seen and heard it with his own eyes and ears, he wouldn’t have believed it.

"I have already investigated; Zhou Heng’s mother passed away a long time ago, and he only has a father living now in the An Family of Tianhang City! Young Master Ying, if we can capture Zhou Heng’s father, there’s no way the kid won’t comply!" Liu Yue said ominously.

"An Luochen has just broken through to the Heaven-Opening Realm; he’s no match for my father whatsoever!" An evil glint flickered across Liu Yue’s face, "My father always held back because he feared An Luochen’s retaliation against me! But with just a word from Young Master Ying, An Luochen would have to swallow his grievances afterward, and how would he dare oppose the Ying Family?"

"Excellent!" Ying Bingfeng finally showed a trace of a smile. He regretted not bringing an Expert with him on this journey; otherwise, he wouldn’t have landed in this dire situation. Liu Yue’s plan was acceptable, feasible!

Hehe, not only would he force Zhou Heng to hand over the Magic Sound Bell, he would also ensure both he and his father died!

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