Chapter 381: Shall We Change the Game?
It was clear that this was one of Jiu Nan's ploys, likely intended to steal the umbrella sword. Realizing this, Ye Wenxin didn't hold back and shouted, "Sword Spirit, attack!"
The dozen or so masked men showed fear, bracing for a fight, but after a few seconds, nothing happened. Ye Wenxin felt embarrassed, suddenly remembering that she had overtaxed the Yin-Yang spirits earlier, leaving them too exhausted.
With no other choice, she grabbed the umbrella sword herself and charged at the men. Reluctant to use the martial arts of Nandou Temple, the men fled in disarray, disappearing in moments.
Jiu Nan clapped, seemingly in approval, and praised, "Sister, you're amazing..."
Before she could finish, Ye Wenxin grabbed her, lifted her up, and gave her a firm spanking.
"Such a young age, yet already learning to be a bandit!" Ye Wenxin's movements were fluid and swift, leaving Jiu Nan bewildered. Gu Xiangsi and Wang Cuihua were equally stunned, unable to comprehend why Ye Wenxin was suddenly disciplining the seemingly innocent little girl after dealing with the masked men.
Regaining her senses through the pain, Jiu Nan wanted to reveal her identity but remembered she was still pretending to be a child, so she struggled silently. She dared not use her skills or reveal her true self; it would be humiliating if the renowned Jiu Nan Shitai were known to be spanked by a fourteen-year-old girl.
"That's for deceiving adults!"
Ye Wenxin knew Jiu Nan wouldn't dare reveal her identity, which emboldened her to teach Jiu Nan a lesson.
"Please stop! I'm begging you!" Jiu Nan pleaded, feeling helpless. She didn't understand why she couldn't break free, as if something held her back.
Unbeknownst to Jiu Nan, the peach blossom chains had completely ensnared her. What once appeared as a blank sheet now displayed the pattern of the chains, hinting at a transformation in her fortune due to Ye Wenxin's actions.
Unable to escape, Jiu Nan found herself experiencing a strange emotion from this ordeal.
"No... don't stop."
Ye Wenxin, startled by Jiu Nan's words, quickly released her grip. Jiu Nan, realizing what she had said, hurriedly pulled up her pants and fled.
Gu Xiangsi and Wang Cuihua, confused by the exchange, listened as Ye Wenxin explained, "That little girl was with those men, trying to trick us helpless girls and sell us."
Ye Wenxin spoke convincingly, but couldn't suppress her laughter. Gu Xiangsi, noticing, asked, "Then why do you look so happy?"
"Of course I'm happy. I just gave her a few smacks, serving justice."
As she spoke, a fragrant scent wafted by. Suddenly, Ye Wenxin felt a force push her forward. She deftly flipped to see Jiu Nan, back in her true form.
With a slightly angry yet concerned expression, Jiu Nan said, "I heard shouting and rushed over. Are you hurt, Wenxin?"
Ye Wenxin's smile widened as she replied, "Of course not. But, Jiu Nan Shitai, you missed my brilliant performance."
