HBWnovel Chapter 96, 9 Lifetimes: A Narrow Victory, A Mysterious Vortex Unfolds an Unknown Adventure
Chapter 96, 9 Lifetimes: A Narrow Victory, A Mysterious Vortex Unfolds an Unknown Adventure
Chapter Ninety-Six: A Narrow Victory Over the Mysterious Man, A Mysterious Vortex Unfolds an Unknown Adventure
The blue powder, like a group of mischievous little elves, hummed a catchy tune as it joyfully rushed towards the mysterious figure, making a scene resembling a bunch of kids fighting over their favorite candy.
The mysterious man panicked, his whole body moving on fast-forward, leaping and dodging left and right, looking exactly like a hapless fellow being chased by bees. His comical appearance was enough to make anyone laugh out loud. But no matter how much he struggled, he couldn't escape this "sweet siege" and was completely wrapped up in the blue powder, turning into a "blue dumpling".
"Freeze!" With an invisible command, the mysterious man was instantly frozen in place, as if he had been struck by a spell. His expression changed from arrogant and domineering to utterly terrified. His eyes were wide open like saucers, and his mouth was agape, probably big enough to fit an ostrich egg. He looked as if he had witnessed the end of the world.
"You wretched little brat, how dare you resort to such despicable means!" the mysterious man roared, his voice so shrill it could shatter glass, like a cat whose tail had been stepped on, trembling with rage. He was probably thinking, "How could my lifelong reputation be ruined by this little brat? I'm furious!"
Luo Qingci crossed her arms, tilted her head playfully to one side, and wore a wicked smile that could infuriate anyone—a smile more cunning than a sly little fox. "Sneaky tactics? This is called 'all's fair in war,' don't you understand? With your little tricks, you think you can fight me? It's like throwing an egg against a rock, utterly overestimating yourself!" As she spoke, she strode confidently toward the mysterious man, each step making a resounding thud, as if declaring to the world: "I'm the boss here, you all better behave!"
The scorpion joined in the fun, like a loyal little guard, circling the mysterious man incessantly. Its enormous pincers snapped open and closed with a "click-click" sound, as if mercilessly mocking him: "Look at you, still trying to be tough? My boss has you completely under his thumb. Just surrender obediently and stop struggling!" The mysterious man, looking at the menacing scorpion before him, trembled uncontrollably, like a withered leaf swaying precariously in the cold wind. Large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead, splashing onto the ground with a "pitter-patter," creating tiny sprays that seemed to accompany his pathetic state.
"Haha, scared now? If you knew this would happen, you shouldn't have provoked me!" Luo Qingci walked up to the mysterious man, extended a finger, and gently lifted his chin. Her smile grew even brighter, like a blooming sunflower, but it was full of mockery and smugness. "Now, do you have any last words? Say them while I'm in a good mood, maybe I'll consider leaving you a whole corpse. Otherwise, I might change my mind later, and you'll regret it!"
The mysterious man glared at her fiercely, his eyes burning with rage, wishing he could devour Luo Qingci alive. But his body was frozen in place, and he could only mentally rant, "You little brat, don't get too cocky. Once I break free, you'll be sorry!" He gritted his teeth and squeezed out a few words: "Don't be so smug. I won't be defeated by you so easily!" His tone was like a self-encouraging slogan, but it betrayed a deep-seated unease.
"Oh ho, still being stubborn even now!" Luo Qingci raised an eyebrow, her eyes full of cunning, like a cat that had successfully stolen some fish. "Looks like you haven't had enough of that!" With that, she winked at the scorpion, their understanding as perfect as that of longtime partners, a single glance enough for them to know each other. The scorpion understood immediately, leaping like a cannonball, tackling the mysterious man to the ground. Its sharp pincers pressed firmly against his neck; a little more force would end this thrilling battle.
The mysterious man turned deathly pale, his lips trembling like leaves in the wind, unable to utter a single harsh word. His eyes were filled with terror and despair, like a lamb to the slaughter, completely at the mercy of others. At that moment, he was undoubtedly filled with regret: "What sins have I committed to provoke such a shrew? I've really had the worst luck imaginable! I should never have gotten involved in this mess, sob sob..."
"Well, now you know how powerful I am, right?" Luo Qingci squatted down, getting close to the mysterious man's face, and said with a grin, her smile full of smugness, as if to say, "I knew you were no match for me." "Remember to ask around before you go out in the future. This lady is not someone to be trifled with! To me, you're just a nobody. Don't even think about causing trouble, or you'll regret it. I'll show you why flowers are so red!"
Just as Luo Qingci was preparing to deliver the final blow to the mysterious man, a mysterious light suddenly shot out from the wall of the secret chamber. The light grew brighter and brighter, gradually forming a huge vortex. The vortex was as deep as a black hole in the universe, exuding a mysterious and dangerous aura, as if beckoning an unknown adventure. A powerful suction force came from the vortex, like an invisible hand, sucking everything around it in, including Luo Qingci, the poisonous scorpion, and the mysterious man.
"What's going on?" Luo Qingci's eyes widened, her face filled with surprise. Her eyes, round like two black gems, were brimming with curiosity and wariness, as if saying, "What new tricks are they playing now?" "Is some new trouble coming her way?" she muttered to herself, gripping the medicine pouch tightly in her hands as if it were the most precious treasure in the world, a super weapon against the unknown. She warily surveyed her surroundings, ready to face any new challenge, her eyes gleaming with unwavering determination, as if saying, "No matter what comes, I'm not afraid!"
As the light faded, they found themselves in an unfamiliar place. The area was shrouded in mist, surrounded by towering mountains, as if they were in a fairyland. However, Luo Qingci had no time to appreciate the beautiful scenery. Her eyes quickly scanned her surroundings like a sharp little fox, trying to find the reason for everything. Her mind raced, thinking, "This place doesn't seem simple. It might hold some secret. I need to find out quickly; I can't let this mysterious person beat me to it."
"Where is this? What have you done to me?!" the mysterious man roared angrily, his voice echoing through the valley, but receiving no response. The sound was like a punch landing on cotton, soft and yielding, without any echo, as if it were mercilessly swallowed up by the mysterious valley.
"I was about to ask you that!" Luo Qingci rolled her eyes at him, so much so that you could almost see the back of his head, utterly disgusted. "But, since we're here, we might as well make the best of it. Maybe there's something fun waiting for us!" As she spoke, an excited smile appeared on her lips, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. She seemed to have already forgotten the battle she had just experienced, eager to explore this mysterious place. She thought to herself, "Whatever, maybe there's some priceless treasure hidden here. I can make a fortune! I can't let this mysterious person get there first, or I'll make him pay! When the time comes, I'll definitely find the most powerful treasure and make everyone look at me with new eyes!"
Suddenly, a deep roar echoed through the valley, like the rage of some giant creature. Luo Qingci's eyes lit up, and she exclaimed excitedly, "Looks like something fun is coming! Let's go check it out!" With that, she darted off like a nimble little monkey in the direction of the sound. The mysterious man, though still frozen in place, was filled with curiosity and could only watch helplessly as Luo Qingci disappeared, muttering to himself, "That crazy girl, isn't she afraid of getting herself into trouble…?"