: Is there another one hidden in the car?

He had only ever learned this technique from his master, Mo Yunhai.

That is the spiritual power that one can master only after one has mastered the ability to freely control one's internal energy and unblock all the acupoints in one's body, thus entering the ranks of terrestrial immortals!

"Gods! Please, gods, spare my life!"

Xing Lie could no longer suppress his fear. He wanted to kneel down and beg for mercy, but his legs seemed to have a backbone, refusing to bend.

"The moment you set your sights on my woman, you were already dead."

"No! You can't kill me! I'm a Grandmaster of Internal Energy! If I die, the Wuji Sect will never let you go!"

A purple light flashed in Zhou Ran's eyes as he activated the Yin-Yang Technique.

Reverse devouring!

"What kind of sorcery is this?!"

My inner strength, my life essence!

Xing Lie let out a scream that sounded inhuman.

He was horrified to discover that the internal energy he had painstakingly cultivated for twenty years, along with the essence of the few remaining natal Gu worms in his body, was surging wildly into Zhou Ran's body like a floodgate being opened.

His pride and joy in being a Grandmaster of Internal Energy was as fragile as a sheet of paper in the face of this young man's demonic arts.

Zhou Ran's eyes blazed with purple light, and his true demonic power descended without reservation at this moment.

The arrays and mists that Xing Lie had set up were shattered by this pressure emanating from the soul level.

A few seconds later.

Zhou Ran released his grip.

Lie, a grandmaster of internal energy transformation, was now a dried corpse with flesh clinging to bones, lying stiffly on the ground.

The hall returned to calm.

Zhou Ran suppressed his terrifying demonic aura and turned to walk towards Chen Ya.

He gently untied the ropes binding Chen Ya and tore off the duct tape sealing her mouth.

Looking at the red marks on Chen Ya's wrist, a hint of apology flashed in Zhou Ran's eyes.

"It was my fault."

There was no apology, only the most direct admission.

If it weren't for him, the Wuji Sect, that fly, wouldn't have landed on Chen Ya.

Chen Ya's face was pale, and she was still trembling slightly.

But when I saw those dark red eyes in the darkness, all my fear vanished.

She didn't cry or break down; instead, she opened her arms and hugged Zhou Ran tightly.

Don't talk nonsense.

Chen Ya's voice was hoarse from the shock of surviving a disaster, yet every word was firm.

"You are an eagle soaring through the nine heavens, and your world is destined to be filled with storms."

"Since I chose you, I never intended to stay in a remote corner."

She raised her head, her fingertips tracing the cold, handsome features of Zhou Ran's face, her eyes filled with undisguised pride and infatuation.

"It's because I'm not strong enough, and I've become a burden to you."

Hearing these words warmed Zhou Ran's heart.

Just as he was about to speak, Chen Ya's delicate nose suddenly twitched slightly as she gently sniffed the shirt on his chest.

Zhou Ran's heart skipped a beat.

broken.

"This taste..."

Chen Ya's expression changed.

It was an extremely aggressive look, like the gaze of a hunter scrutinizing its prey.

She released Zhou Ran, took a half step back, and slowly swept her gaze over him.

"Chanel No. 5, a classic style."

Her voice regained its usual languidness, yet carried a cold, penetrating quality.

"I'm here to shield you from the swords and spears, while you're off to enjoy the pleasures of life."

Chen Ya stretched out her slender hand and slowly smoothed out the wrinkles on Zhou Ran's shirt. Her movements were elegant, but they made Zhou Ran feel a chill on his neck.

"Take me to see her."

The rain gradually subsided, leaving only the water dripping from the eaves.

Chen Ya linked arms with Zhou Ran, her high heels clicking crisply on the puddle, each step seeming to resonate with Zhou Ran's heartbeat.

The Ferrari's door was opened.

The car lights suddenly turned on, illuminating the erotic scene in the back seat.

Xiao Hongli had already woken up, wearing only a men's suit loosely wrapped around her body.

Her long hair was disheveled, and ambiguous red marks remained on her snow-white skin.

Her eyes were languid yet alluring, and she exuded a unique charm that only comes after experiencing a storm.

Any woman would understand what just happened here.

Upon seeing Zhou Ran, a hint of joy first appeared in her eyes.

Just as she was about to call out "Zhou Ran", she suddenly saw Chen Ya standing behind Zhou Ran.

The color drained from Xiao Hongli's face in an instant, only to be replaced by an even deeper crimson in the next second.

Eyes facing each other.

The atmosphere was somewhat awkward at that moment.

Shame, embarrassment, and the awkwardness of being caught red-handed by the "real person" instantly turned this business queen back into a girl who had done something wrong.

She instinctively gripped her suit jacket, lowered her eyes, and dared not meet Chen Ya's gaze.

Chen Ya just stood there quietly.

There were no questions, no anger.

She simply watched, her gaze calmly scrutinizing the disheveled Xiao Hongli inside the car.

After a long while, she sighed softly.

"Don't catch a cold."

Chen Ya took off her trench coat, leaned into the car, and covered Xiao Hongli's bare legs with it.

This action made Xiao Hongli suddenly raise her head, her eyes filled with disbelief.

"Ya... Sister Ya?"

"Someone died here tonight, what bad luck."

Chen Ya's tone was unreadable, "Didn't you say I'd stay at your place?"

In short, he left Xiao Hongli no room to refuse, yet he also gave her a way out at just the right moment.

Xiao Hongli is not a fool.

She instantly understood what Chen Ya meant.

This is acceptance, but also a warning.

Gratitude and awe instantly dispelled any jealousy or hostility she felt towards the woman before her.

"The Xiao family welcomes Sister Ya anytime!"

"Let's go then."

Chen Ya turned around, gracefully opened the passenger door, and got in.

Zhou Ran watched all of this silently, gaining a completely new understanding of Chen Ya's methods.

To subdue the enemy without fighting.

This is the woman who truly stands at the top of the pyramid.

……

The Ferrari drove smoothly through the night.

Zhou Ran recounted everything that had happened that night.

Chen Ya pondered for a moment, then looked at the uneasy Xiao Hongli in the rearview mirror and spoke in a cold voice.

"Zhou Ran is no ordinary person; I alone cannot contain him."

Xiao Hongli raised her head and listened attentively.

"My kidnapping tonight wasn't entirely due to Zhou Ran."

The Song family and the Wuji Sect, they want to tear us apart and devour us one by one.

Chen Ya's words were sharp as a knife, hitting the nail on the head.

"From this day forward, we are allies."

"It's better to have one more person help him than one more enemy."

She looked at Xiao Hongli with an undeniable air of authority in her eyes.

"Hongli, do you understand what I mean?"

This is no longer about feelings; it's about dividing up power and establishing an alliance for offense and defense.

This frankness in laying out their interests so openly actually made Xiao Hongli completely let down her guard.

"Sister Ya, I understand."

Xiao Hongli's eyes regained their former firmness and sharpness.

"From this moment on, all of the Xiao family's resources are at Zhou Ran's disposal."

That address of "Sister Ya" was met with heartfelt admiration.

A faint smile finally appeared on Chen Ya's lips.

Is the harem on fire?

There is no such thing as absolute interests and a common enemy.

Three o'clock in the morning.

The Ferrari drove into the brightly lit Xiao family manor.