The Cool and Aloof Senior Sister Always Flirts with Me

Chapter 148: The Showdown

Qi Xianqing and Yan Jue walked slowly out of the grand hall of the palace.

The night in the Literary Capital was lively, bustling with people, and the streets were cloaked in the glow of lanterns.

Yan Jue: "Shall we stroll around a bit more?"

In front of the palace walls, the two stood side by side.

Yan Jue wore a light blue robe, her jet-black hair tied with a silk ribbon, with the rest flowing freely in the wind.

When no one was looking, Yan Jue reached out and lightly brushed the back of Qi Xianqing's hand.

Qi Xianqing felt the familiar warmth of the touch, the corners of her lips curling slightly: "Hmm."

When she was away from home, Qi Xianqing was always vigilant, keeping her senses alert.

Suddenly, she noticed something and turned her head.

A woman had seemingly been following them for a while; upon realizing she'd been noticed, she stepped out of a dark alley.

Yan Jue was momentarily stunned.

The woman wore black clothing, her face pale, her steps unsteady and weak, though a faint blush was visible on her cheeks.

The woman looked up at Qi Xianqing, her gaze fixed: "Master."

Yan Jue was taken aback.

This woman was none other than Ye Yunying, a subordinate of the Demon Lord of Death Valley.

Some time ago, Ye Yunying had entered a master-servant contract with Qi Xianqing, acting as an undercover agent beside the Demon Lord of Death Valley. It was unclear why she was here now.

Ye Yunying clutched her chest, breathing fast and feverish. She took two steps forward but faltered, collapsing onto her knees before Qi Xianqing.

A thud echoed.

Qi Xianqing frowned slightly. "You're poisoned."

Struggling, Ye Yunying managed a difficult smile as she looked up at Qi Xianqing: "Master, I beg you..."

"I've indeed been poisoned by the Demon Lord's venom. Please... help me."

Since her separation from Lu Wu and Qi Xianqing, Ye Yunying had returned to the Demon Lord's side in Death Valley, forced to keep up her undercover role, though she resented it deeply.

She'd long grown weary of the Demon Lord's torment and had no desire to remain a spy.

Qi Xianqing was a noble cultivator of the righteous path, known for her integrity—not the type to resort to cruelty.

Still, Ye Yunying was bound to her. Leaving the Demon Lord would sever their master-servant contract.

But, leaving was easier said than done.

Ye Yunying understood well that escaping from the Demon Lord was beyond her reach.

The Demon Lord had given her a poison that activated monthly, making her dependent on him for the antidote.

She had intended to endure, but recently, the Demon Lord had sought an alliance with the lion, tiger, and serpent demons, offering her as part of his bargain with their leaders...

In her despair, Ye Yunying thought of Qi Xianqing.

Regardless of the nature of her bond with Qi Xianqing, Qi Xianqing was her master now.

So, she came seeking Qi Xianqing's help.

Qi Xianqing lifted her eyes, casting a calm glance around. Seeing no one was near, she gently lifted Ye Yunying.