Release the Heroine, Let Me Handle This

Chapter 148: The Villain Textbook, Long Qingyue

Interestingly, this time Long Qing'er didn't shy away as before.

Perhaps her breakthrough had put her in a good mood, or maybe Long Qing'er had other thoughts.

"Inner demons? And you're still smiling?" Ye Wenxin was baffled. Inner demons are not something to be taken lightly in cultivation. They can become significant obstacles and even lead to disastrous outcomes. Most cultivators fear developing inner demons, but Long Qing'er's casual attitude made Ye Wenxin wonder if she had lost her senses in her cultivation journey.

"I can only smile. My inner demons... I fear I may never overcome them in this lifetime," Long Qing'er replied with a wry smile, finding a more comfortable spot in Ye Wenxin's embrace.

Ye Wenxin's scent made her feel at ease, sparking a desire to stay forever in that comforting hold.

"Is it Her Highness, the Crown Princess?"

"Yes," Long Qing'er admitted, her previous good mood fading at the mention of the Crown Princess.

To the outside world, the Crown Princess was a legend, a strategist unparalleled, particularly in her mastery of talismans—none dared claim superiority. Her tales were widely told, her genius instrumental in elevating the Shengshi Dynasty to great heights.

Yet, such brilliance came with ruthlessness.

Especially towards Long Qing'er, the Crown Princess's harshness was renowned. Even the fact that Long Qing'er's inner demons were linked to her was not surprising to Ye Wenxin.

"Sleep," Ye Wenxin said, unsure how to console this poor child. Being a friend of the Crown Princess, she couldn't meddle in their family affairs, leaving her with little else to say.

Long Qing'er agreed, and the two fell into silence for the rest of the night, avoiding the topic.

Time flew, and the day before the Immortal Sect Grand Meeting, Cangyu Sect was abuzz, preparing for the arrival of more distinguished guests. Baili Mu, familiar with many from the sects, was beside herself with excitement, while the big guy continued his usual commentary on beauties, educating Ye Wenxin on life's trivialities.

Ye Wenxin spotted many familiar faces, all of whom she had bested numerous times, their injuries a testament to their pride. Surviving under the Demon Lord Gu Qingcheng's reign was a badge of honor.

Yet, if they knew Ye Wenxin had spared them intentionally, it might drive these experts to madness.

Her focus wasn't on these so-called experts. Like many others, she awaited a legendary figure—Shengshi Dynasty's Crown Princess, Long Qingyue.

Only Long Qingyue could command such attention, drawing everyone to witness her arrival.

If the Demon Lord Gu Qingcheng was the ultimate boss template, Long Qingyue was the villain's handbook. Her tactics sometimes sent shivers down Ye Wenxin's spine.

Long Qingyue had harmed countless individuals yet maintained a cordial relationship with Ye Wenxin. They were both from Earth, the only ones in this world who could confide in each other.

"Isn't there a rumor about the Demon Lord having a fling with the Crown Princess?"

"Nonsense! My Crown Princess would never consort with the Demon Lord. They're surely just allies."