"Since you refuse my toast and choose to drink the punishment instead, don't blame me for being rude!" Liu Fei's voice became sharp and eerie, emanating an otherworldly malevolence.
Li Ye let out a cold laugh, the blade of his sword glinting with a chilling light. "Then come on, let me see your true abilities!"
Liu Fei's eyes turned blood red as sharp black claws suddenly extended from her fingertips. Her body twisted in the air like a giant demon bat. She suddenly dove down fiercely, her claws shimmering with a strange light, carrying destructive power aimed directly at Li Ye's heart.
Her movements were as swift as lightning, each attack infused with lethal intent. Her claws sliced through the air with a piercing shriek, the ground cracking beneath her force, dust swirling around. The riverbank's waters surged violently under her demonic energy, blood-red light flickering on the surface like hellfire.
Under normal circumstances, Li Ye would have been unable to withstand this assault, but at this moment, it was the evil spirit controlling his body. The evil spirit smirked wickedly, effortlessly dodging Liu Fei's relentless attacks while saying with interest, "Not bad for a woman. You better try hard to kill me; otherwise, after I kill you, I'll turn you into my corpse slave and make you my puppet forever!"
Upon hearing the evil spirit Li Ye's words, Liu Fei couldn't help but question what kind of terrifying existence she was facing. Her anger flared as she intensified her assault, but no matter how hard she tried, she still couldn't touch the hem of Li Ye's clothing.
Under the control of the evil spirit, Li Ye moved gracefully like a ghost, as if toying with a prey that could not resist. Each of his evasions carried a sense of disdain and mockery, his red eyes filled with cruel light.
Liu Fei launched another attack, her body spinning rapidly in the air as her black claws traced eerie arcs that formed a vortex of death. Her speed was like lightning; each strike carried the power to tear through the air as if she intended to shred Li Ye into pieces.
However, under the control of the evil spirit, Li Ye evaded Liu Fei's every attack effortlessly. His figure left behind afterimages in the air, moving elegantly yet lethally. With each dodge, he precisely identified Liu Fei's weaknesses as if playing with a trapped beast.
Liu Fei's offensive grew increasingly frenzied; her black claws glimmered with bloody light as they sliced through the air with piercing shrieks. Her body flipped rapidly in midair, charging towards Li Ye with boundless killing intent. Yet every time her attack missed its mark, all she could see was Li Ye's mocking smile.
Finally, under the evil spirit's control, Li Ye began to counterattack. His sword gleamed with cold light like a shooting star tracing a dazzling arc through the air. However, he did not rush to stab Liu Fei; instead, he suddenly unleashed a terrifying demonic technique—"Soul Snatching Technique." A mass of black energy coalesced in his hand and swiftly surged towards Liu Fei.
Liu Fei felt an overwhelming pull as if an invisible hand had grasped her soul, rendering her immobile. Fear flashed in her eyes as she screamed and tried to resist, but her strength seemed utterly powerless before the evil spirit.
Li Ye pressed his palm against Liu Fei's forehead as the black energy quickly enveloped her body. Liu Fei's soul was forcibly extracted with a chilling scream that echoed like being torn apart. Her body convulsed on the ground as her gaze gradually dimmed.
The evil spirit greedily devoured Liu Fei's soul, the red light in its eyes growing ever stronger. A satisfied smile appeared on its face, as if savoring the most delicious delicacy.
"A fine soul, utterly delicious," the evil spirit chuckled softly, its voice filled with cruelty.
Li Ye's body gradually returned to normal. He looked at Liu Fei's intact corpse and began to cast the Nine Nether Spirit Control Technique. He chanted, "Spirits of the Nine Nether, heed my command, break through the realm of death and return to the world of the living. With my blood as a guide, with my soul as a contract, return to me and obey my will!"
As the incantation was recited, Liu Fei's corpse twisted grotesquely on the ground. Her eyes opened, glowing with a crimson light. She unnaturally stood up from the ground like a soulless puppet, silently standing before Li Ye.
Li Ye nodded in satisfaction, knowing he had successfully resurrected Liu Fei as his corpse slave. His heart was filled with excitement; this feeling of control intoxicated him. He looked at Liu Fei and coldly said, "From now on, you are my puppet and will forever obey my commands."
A flicker of red light passed through Liu Fei's vacant eyes as she lowered her head and silently stood behind Li Ye.
The evil spirit controlled Li Ye's body and laughed maniacally. Devouring Liu Fei's soul brought it immense pleasure, but within Li Ye's consciousness, the true Li Ye angrily scolded the evil spirit: "Enough! Give me back my body!"
The evil spirit glanced at Li Ye disdainfully and replied, "I saved your life, kid. You should be more respectful when talking to me."
Li Ye was taken aback by the evil spirit's words; in many ways, without it, he might already be dead. He was momentarily speechless, unsure of what to say. The evil spirit sneered and said, "Kid, I won't bully you just because I'm stronger. Live well within your lifespan. I've been sealed in that broken bell for too long; I've forgotten how many boring years I've spent. However, it seems you've experienced some interesting things lately; I'm curious to see how far your life can go. Live well and don't make me intervene all the time!"
Hearing the evil spirit's words made Li Ye feel inexplicably moved. He forced a smile and said, "Thanks, I’ll try my best to live well. When my time comes, I’ll willingly give this body to you!"
The evil spirit laughed wildly: "It's a deal!" After saying that, it returned to Li Ye's consciousness.
Li Ye regained control of his body and took a deep breath, feeling the heaviness and fatigue within him. He glanced at Liu Fei standing behind him and knew she had completely become his puppet. Although he remained wary of the evil spirit, he had to admit that its power had indeed saved him at a critical moment.
"Let's go, Liu Fei," Li Ye said coldly, turning to walk back toward the city.
Liu Fei silently followed behind him, like a soulless shadow. Li Ye felt a complex mix of emotions within him, both fear of the evil spirit and helplessness regarding his own fate. He knew he had to become stronger to survive in this chaotic world.
Upon returning to Base, Li Ye saw Wang Meng carefully tending to the unconscious Yan Yuchen and Zhiruo. When Wang Meng noticed Li Ye's return, he immediately approached with a hint of surprise and reverence on his face.
"Brother Li Ye, you're back," Wang Meng said softly. "They are still unconscious, but I've done my best to take care of them."
Li Ye nodded and glanced at the two women in a coma, feeling a pang of guilt. He understood that he needed to grow stronger to protect those he cared about. He looked at Wang Meng and said solemnly, "Wang Meng, we must investigate the truth behind this as soon as possible. Liu Fei is just a pawn; the real mastermind is still lurking in the shadows."
Wang Meng nodded in response. "Understood, Brother Li Ye. We will get to the bottom of this."
Li Ye turned to the vacant-eyed Liu Fei and coldly asked, "Liu Fei, tell me who your master is?"
Liu Fei had been completely consumed by the evil spirit, and since her soul was bound to Li Ye's, she was now more powerful than a Specter. She could even speak, replying mechanically, "My master is Liu Zhang, but I am not qualified to meet Lord Liu. The person coordinating with me in Qingyang City is the defense general of Qingyang City."
A glint of cold light flashed in Li Ye's eyes as he whispered, "Liu Zhang... it's Liu Zhang again! But for the sake of peace in Qingyang City, I must meet this defense general."
The night grew darker, and Qingyang City seemed shrouded in shadows. Li Ye knew that more dangers and challenges awaited him ahead. Yet he was not afraid because he understood that only by continuously growing stronger could he survive in this chaotic world.
He looked at Wang Meng and the two unconscious women, silently vowing: no matter how great the difficulties he faced, he would protect those he cared about and would never let them suffer harm again.
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