Chapter 215: Yun Yun and Medusa's Mutual Torment
Xiao Yi Xian didn't know Lu Bu as well as Medusa did. When she heard his cry for help, her body trembled, and she momentarily forgot her earlier resolve. Panicked, she hurried to Lu Bu's side and clumsily pulled open his shirt to check his chest.
As expected, dark spots had spread across his chest, centered on vital acupuncture points.
The Tanzhong Acupoint, Wuyi Acupoint, Shenzang Acupoint, Ren Acupoint, Lingxu Acupoint, Shenfeng Acupoint… Every major acupuncture point was marked by a sinister black spot tinged with green, emanating a chilling aura.
And it wasn't just his chest. Even his shoulder's Jianjing Acupoint and other critical meridians had been invaded by these black marks.
"It really is the Devil Poison Mark…" Xiao Yi Xian's eyes turned red, her teeth clenched tightly. "That old bastard he's truly ruthless!"
"What is the Devil Poison Mark?" Medusa flew over, holding Xie Bi Yan's corpse. Her gaze swept over the strange marks on Lu Bu's chest, and her heart sank. This thing looked truly terrifying.
"It's a malicious technique unique to those who cultivate poison based Dou Qi!" Xiao Yi Xian clenched her delicate hands tightly, her voice trembling with anger:
"It gathers all the user's poisonous Dou Qi and, using a specific method, injects it into the target's body. The poison manifests as black marks that constantly release venomous lines. Once these lines spread to every acupuncture point, the victim's meridians will corrode, causing excruciating pain until they eventually die."
"But the user pays a heavy price. Their Dou Qi is completely destroyed, leaving them a cripple."
"What?!" Medusa's face darkened. While she was skilled in using snake venom, she hadn't cultivated poison based Dou Qi and had never heard of such a vicious technique.
Her beautiful face became stormy, space around her rippling as her sword gleamed with an icy light.
"Damn it, killing Xie Bi Yan so quickly was letting him off too easily!" Medusa growled furiously. She raised her hand and flung Xie Bi Yan's corpse away. With a loud bang, it exploded into a rain of blood and flesh.
"Cough, cough. Don't panic. Xiao Yi Xian, when will this Devil Poison Mark take effect? And is there a cure?" Lu Bu coughed twice and looked at Xiao Yi Xian, asking calmly.
"You…" Xiao Yi Xian's heart trembled, and she instinctively took a step back.
In her earlier worry for Lu Bu, she had overlooked his initial words. Only now did she realize how had he recognized her so quickly?
So it really is Xiao Yi Xian… Medusa's eyes flashed with understanding, though her heart felt a pang of jealousy. This man… she had already accepted the idea of sharing him with a few others. But if he added another woman to the mix, he could forget about dual cultivation forever!
Medusa shot Lu Bu a murderous glare, her beautiful eyes radiating an unmistakable warning. They even carried a faint killing intent not for others, but for his second brother that dared to think itself invincible!
Lu Bu shivered, feeling a sudden chill shoot up his spine. He quickly nodded repeatedly. No more, no more! You are all I need my most beloved wings!
Xiao Yi Xian, distracted by her own chaotic emotions, failed to notice the subtle exchange between Medusa and Lu Bu. Her eyes revealed a mixture of hesitation and internal conflict.
"Xiao Yi Xian, say something!" Lu Bu urged her. "I've been poisoned by the Devil Poison Mark!"
"...It'll take about six months to take full effect." Xiao Yi Xian sighed softly. She couldn't run from him anymore. She couldn't stand by and watch him succumb to this poison, enduring endless agony before dying. If that was the case, she might as well embrace her feelings and follow him.
"I can extend the time before it takes effect, but to completely cure it, you'll need to find a legendary Dou Sheng level expert."
"Oh…" Lu Bu nodded lightly. In truth, he could solve the Devil Poison Mark himself. All he needed was to activate the Devouring Ancient Seal. With its protection, he wasn't afraid of any poison.
If necessary, he could even turn to Bai Lao, who was a Dou Sheng.
But it was better to leave this matter to Xiao Yi Xian. After all, poison was her specialty she was the professional.
Upon hearing the solution, Medusa pursed her lips disdainfully. A Dou Sheng? That wasn't a legend; Lu Bu could create one with his own hands.
"Hm?" Xiao Yi Xian paused, puzzled by Lu Bu's calm reaction. Why did he seem so unbothered?
"Ahem… I mean, hurry up and help me delay its onset!" Lu Bu corrected himself, his voice more serious.
"Fine. Come with me… and keep your distance. Don't touch me. My body is covered in potent toxins…" Xiao Yi Xian said bitterly, her tone filled with helplessness. Even now, she couldn't be close to the one she missed so dearly.
With that, she turned and flew in the direction of the Chu Yun Empire, leading the way.
Medusa watched the two figures disappear into the distance. Although she had mentally prepared for this moment countless times, her heart still burned with anger.
Her gaze shifted downward, locking onto the remaining Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate experts. A dangerous glint flashed in her eyes.
Swish!
At that moment, Yun Yun flapped her Dou Qi wings and appeared beside Medusa. She glanced at the retreating figures with a hint of curiosity. "Do they… know each other?"
Medusa's eyes gleamed as her lips curled into a sly smile. Oh no, this jealousy is too much to bear alone. Yun Yun, you must share it with me!
"Oh… you mean Xiao Yi Xian and Lu Bu," Medusa said, her expression cooling as she spoke indifferently. "Lu Bu knew her back when he was still just a Dou Practitioner. They were very close, but because of her Woeful Poison Body, Xiao Yi Xian has always been hesitant, so they never got together."
"So, the Poison Mistress's name is Xiao Yi Xian…" Yun Yun muttered in realization.
"…Hey, your man is being taken by someone else, and you're not worried?" Medusa's face darkened. Yun Yun's focus seemed off, and Medusa felt it necessary to remind her.
"And what about you?" Yun Yun responded with a faint smile, throwing the question right back.
"W what are you talking about? Your man has nothing to do with me!" Medusa snorted, casually brushing a strand of hair behind her ear, her tone indifferent.
"Hmph… That scoundrel dared to provoke me back when he was still a Dou Master!" Yun Yun ground her silver teeth in frustration. "And now that he's so strong, and you've been with him all this time, are you really going to tell me he hasn't made a move on you?"
"You… you… you!" Medusa's beautiful eyes widened in shock. Did Yun Yun figure it out? Or was she purposely provoking me from the start?!
Sensing Medusa's confusion, Yun Yun smirked slightly. "You're wondering why I've allowed him to stay with you, aren't you?"
Without waiting for a response, Yun Yun continued, "He's about the same age as my disciples, yet he's such a shameless womanizer. Do you think I can stop him?"
"So, I had to rely on you. After all, you're assertive enough to keep him in check. Or rather… you already have, haven't you?" Yun Yun's face lit up with a sly smile, as if she had won a battle.
"What?!" Medusa's glare intensified, her eyes burning with anger. You dare scheme against me?!
"If you're unhappy about it, you can always leave him," Yun Yun added, spreading her hands nonchalantly. Her poised expression held a trace of mischief.
"Hmph, dream on!" Medusa snorted, but then her gaze shifted. Suddenly, she smirked and said, "I'd never leave him…"
Yun Yun chuckled knowingly. I knew it!
But as Yun Yun's smug expression grew, Medusa sneered and said, "Do you know why I won't leave him? Do you know why my strength has grown so much recently?"
"What are you trying to say?" Yun Yun's heart skipped a beat, sensing that something wasn't right.
"It's because he's my dual cultivation partner," Medusa said, a sweet smile appearing on her face. "All of my current strength is thanks to him. That little man… he's incredible!"
"What?!" Yun Yun's expression shifted to one of pure rage. "You shameless woman! What have you done to my Lu Bu?!"
"Humph." Seeing Yun Yun's anger, Medusa became even more smug. She said proudly, "And I'll have you know… he was a first timer with me!"
Come on, bring it on! Let's hurt each other!
Who's afraid of whom?
Yun Yun's entire body trembled with anger, but she forced herself to hold back. She couldn't afford to lose her composure!
"Ha… it's fine. It's just dual cultivation," Yun Yun said through gritted teeth, her voice laced with malice. "In fact, I'm quite thankful you've trained him so well. When it's my turn to dual cultivate with him, I'm sure things will go very smoothly."
"What did you just say?" Medusa's eyes narrowed, her voice filled with fury.
"Did I say something wrong?" Yun Yun was past caring, her cold smile deepening. "Not just me, but Xiao Yi Xian will also be grateful for all your hard work!"
Seeing the anger on Medusa's face, Yun Yun felt a surge of satisfaction. Medusa? Hah, nothing special!
"Hmph, you're underestimating the situation," Medusa snapped back, a cold smile forming. "Not just Xiao Yi Xian, there are two more sisters to consider!"
"He has five?!" Yun Yun's fleeting satisfaction vanished instantly, replaced by shock and disbelief.
"That's right. A total of five!" Medusa ground her teeth as she spoke, her own anger boiling. Damn scoundrel!
"Where is he? I'm going to kill him!" Yun Yun's fury erupted as she drew her sword. The more they talked, the angrier she became her long awaited reunion with Lu Bu completely ruined by this nonsense!
"He's with Xiao Yi Xian right now. She's helping him control the Devil Poison Mark…"
"The Devil Poison Mark? That doesn't sound like a good thing. What is it?" Yun Yun asked suspiciously.
Medusa sighed and explained, "The Devil Poison Mark is a deadly curse that…"
"WHAT?! He's been poisoned with something like that?!" Yun Yun exclaimed, her worry briefly overtaking her anger.
"Calm down," Medusa replied with a wave of her hand. "He's got plenty of tricks up his sleeve. Besides, I suspect he let himself be poisoned on purpose to help Xiao Yi Xian. That man's life is tougher than iron!"
"That damned scoundrel! When he gets back, I'll kill him!" Yun Yun fumed.
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