AMSSO-Chapter 24: In Cahoots

After their master’s sect was destroyed in the previous life, the few of them scattered in all directions.

Qin Yiwei and Jiang Yunnuan were similar in age and had the best relationship. Afterward, they still contacted each other from time to time.

So, she had heard Jiang Yunnuan talk quite a lot about matters with Yue Xuhai.

In the previous life, after their master’s sect was destroyed, the few of them scattered in all directions.

Qin Yiwei and Jiang Yunnuan had similar backgrounds, both had families, yet lived as though they had none.

Qin Yiwei was the true daughter of the Zhao family who’d been left to wander outside, while Jiang Yunnuan was the eldest daughter of the Jiang family who’d been abused.

Jiang Yunnuan’s mother died when she was only a few years old.

Her stepmother came from a family of equal status to the Jiang family, and later even gave birth to a pair of dragon and phoenix twins and another pair of twins.

Three sons and one daughter were enough for this woman to become a great contributor to the Jiang family.

Because of this, Jiang Yunnuan became an eyesore.

Although she was the Jiang family’s eldest daughter, no one treated her as such.

Her younger sister took all of her things, and her younger brothers spoke coldly to her.

So, she escaped from the Jiang family.

Because of her family circumstances, although Jiang Yunnuan’s appearance was otherworldly like a fairy, she had a violent temper.

After all, without a violent temper, she wouldn’t have been able to protect herself.

But deep down, she lacked love and was extremely insecure.

The appearance of Yue Xuhai quickly captured her heart.

Yue Xuhai showed concern for her in every way, constantly protecting her.

Because of this, Jiang Yunnuan’s heart slowly melted, and she fell in love with him.

At that time, Qin Yiwei was also happy for Jiang Yunnuan. After all, it was a good thing for her close sister to find someone she could entrust her life to.

But unexpectedly, it was nothing more than sugar covered barbed thorns!

When the sugar was gone, what was revealed was a spike that destroyed her heart!

——Yue Xuhai had a woman he truly loved. The reason he treated Jiang Yunnuan so well was because he wanted to transfer Jiang Yunnuan’s spiritual root to his white moonlight!

After Jiang Yunnuan’s death, Qin Yiwei found out the truth.

Just when she wanted to avenge her sister, she was sent by the Zhao family into the Demon Realm!

Remembering everything from the previous life, Qin Yiwei’s eyes carried hatred!

Being stared at by Qin Yiwei’s gaze until his heart felt uneasy, Yue Xuhai quickly asked, “You are…”

“You’re with them?” Qin Yiwei shouted coldly, her expression wary.

“No, no, no! Of course not!” Yue Xuhai immediately shook his head, distancing himself from them. “I was just passing by!”

That’s what he said, but his eyes couldn’t control themselves from drifting toward the few people lying on the ground.

His brows furrowed as well.

Weren’t these people supposed to be at the late Foundation Establishment Stage? Why were they so weak?

But with three people suddenly appearing by Jiang Yunnuan’s side, it would really affect the course of the whole plan.

“You’re just passing by?” Qin Yiwei’s voice was cold. “Was it really a coincidence that you just happened to pass by here? That’s not right, you’re definitely in cahoots with these people who blocked the road to rob others!”

Her expression immediately became wary, and she assumed a stance ready to attack at any time.

Following her lead, the other three also immediately became alert.

It was indeed very strange.

This wasn’t the broad street outside, this was a secluded place.

If they hadn’t been chased here, they never would’ve come to such a place.

This man looked refined and gentle, but appearing here made him seem all the more suspicious!

Seeing them treat him like a thief, Yue Xuhai almost couldn’t control his expression.

This development is wrong!

He quickly explained, “You misunderstood, I’m really not a bad person! I was just, just… I was just looking for some medicinal herbs, so I came here!”

To prove it, he even took out a stalk of medicinal herb.

Qin Yiwei immediately relaxed, “letting down” her guard. “Fine, as long as you’re not with these bandits.”

“Of course not!” Yue Xuhai shook his head. “How could I possibly be with these bandits?”

“In that case, then hurry and leave.” Qin Yiwei waved her hand slightly and smiled. “We need to kill these bandits.”

“Kill them?!” Yue Xuhai’s voice instantly rose, “No!”

He was too agitated, drawing suspicious looks from Xin Jinrui and the others.

“They wanted to rob and kill us, we’re just fighting back. What’s wrong with that?” Qin Yiwei looked at him in confusion.

“N-no, nothing wrong.” Yue Xuhai stiffly shook his head. “But, this doesn’t seem so good, right?”

“What’s not good about it?” Jiang Yunnuan was also unhappy. “They almost killed me!”

If she hadn’t reacted quickly, she wouldn’t be standing here talking right now!

These people pursued and attacked her for no reason. Was she supposed to tell them, “Good job”?

Yue Xuhai hurriedly explained, “No, I just think…”

His mind spun rapidly. “I-I just think there’s no need to go that far.”

With a sincere expression, he said, “Think about it. These bandits are so rampant, there may be more accomplices behind them! If you kill them, their accomplices may not let it go.

If that happens, won’t you be in even greater danger?”

“We’re already in danger!” Qin Yiwei’s expression was displeased. “If we don’t fight back, we’ll be treated as soft persimmons waiting to be squeezed! If we kill them, no one will know it was us!”

“But I would know!” Yue Xuhai blurted out.

Then, he met several dangerous gazes.

Xin Jinrui sized him up and down, his right hand gripping his sword, killing intent in his eyes.

If this man were to spread word of what they did, wouldn’t that be trouble?

It seems there was one more person to silence.

Yue Xuhai: “……”

He’s about to go insane, aren’t these people too ruthless?!

Why did they talk about silencing people at the slightest disagreement!

He wasn’t afraid of their attacks, but he didn’t want to be their enemy.

He quickly said, “Don’t worry, I won’t tell anyone about this! I—I am Yue Xuhai of Qingzhu Sect, I’ll use my sect’s reputation as a guarantee!”

Qingzhu Sect?

Their expressions all changed.

Qingzhu Sect was one of the ten great sects filled with experts.

Their Wanxuan Sect isn’t even in the same league as Qingzhu Sect.

Disciples of major sects all have life lamps and protective magic treasures.

If something happens, the sect can easily come find them.

The expressions on Xin Jinrui and the others’ faces immediately turned unpleasant.

Then, Qin Yiwei let out a long breath, narrowed her eyes and said, “Can you guarantee that even if they wake up, they won’t harm us?”

“Yes, if they still want to kill us after waking up, then wouldn’t it be better for us to strike first!” Jiang Yunnuan also snorted coldly.

“Of course!” Yue Xuhai nodded repeatedly. “I’ll use the reputation of Qingzhu Sect as a guarantee!”

“Fine then, we’ll trust you this once.” Qin Yiwei nodded slightly, her smile flawless. “I hope you won’t let us down.”

“Of course, of course, I won’t let you down!” Yue Xuhai nodded again and again.

“But…”

“But what?” Yue Xuhai’s heart tightened again.

Do these young ladies ever stop?!

But no matter how angry he was in his heart, he didn’t dare show it.

“You said you’re from the Qingzhu Sect, so you should have something to prove your identity, right? Otherwise, how can we be sure of your identity? What if you’re lying to us?”

“What do you want as proof?” Yue Xuhai’s expression stiffened.

“Of course, that’s for you to decide!”