Chapter 78: What Big Headlights!
So, it turned out that Yun Zhonghe’s remark about Qin Hongye being lovey-dovey wasn’t completely off.
In such a life-or-d*ath situation, she wasn’t worrying about her own life. Instead, she started daydreaming because of a casual comment made by Yun Zhonghe.
Why does he care so much about me? Why is he risking his life like this? Why did he come here despite the danger?
Qingzhu Town is far from Cangzhou City, and Qin Hongye doesn’t believe in coincidences. It’s too much of a stretch to think Yun Zhonghe just happened to be in the town and managed to save her in time.
She’d rather believe he was stalking her and jumped in when she was in trouble.
Heartstruck by Miss Qin! Heartstruck by Miss Qin! She can’t get enough of thoughts about Miss Qin!
Back when they first met at the Immortal Alliance, Yun Zhonghe’s words kept looping in her mind.
Suddenly, her heart tightened, and her cheeks flushed red as something she had never felt before flooded her brain.
It was a bit dizzying, but not unpleasant. Heck, it even felt kinda nice.
Yun Zhonghe didn’t have any clue what Qin Hongye was thinking—he was completely focused on his defense, thankfully having mastered the Questions of Heaven Nine Swords and the Infinity Sword Technique. His spiritual energy expenditure was minimal, especially since he could compress spiritual energy, amassing quite a stash. He held his ground against the Spider Woman for one whole hour.
Mu Jixue and Xiao Hu, watching from the side, went from worry to numbness, then disbelief.
What’s he on? Why is he so d*mn tough?
The Spider Woman’s scalp also started tingling; she was nearly drained, but Yun Zhonghe still had some juice left.
Who exactly is at the Golden Core stage?
At that moment, the moonlight intensified, finally reaching its peak above the courtyard.
The moon was big and round, causing eerie glows to seep through.
It was a full moon.
The Spider Woman’s movements gradually slowed down.
“d*mn it! Am I really going to give up? But no way am I gonna accept this! After all I’ve been through!”
This full moon night was supposed to go smoothly, maybe even propel her into a new realm with Qin Hongye’s help. Now, someone is interrupting her, making her furious.
Dammit! Dammit! Too dammed infuriating!
This guy has to d*e!
The Spider Woman summoned more magic, each one rippling through Yun Zhonghe’s golden barrier created by the Infinity Sword Technique—like the boss entering phase two.
Yun Zhonghe was relieved he hadn’t let Mu Jixue join. Her frail body wouldn’t withstand such a barrage.
As the Spider Woman’s spiritual energy waned, a bloodshot eye—her weakness—flared up on her massive spider body.
But she didn’t notice, focusing solely on Yun Zhonghe.
Mu Jixue finally saw her chance!
After waiting and patrolling in secret, she struck back.
Hidden talisman filled, enhancing little rocks, even Xiao Hu added an invisibility buff.
Mu Jixue dodged the Spider Woman’s spiritual probe and stealthily moved toward her weak spot, slashing with a sharp ice blade!
“Ahhh!”
With a scream, the Spider Woman’s weak point exploded, deep cuts pouring bl**d.
This sudden attack knocked her senses out. She quickly swirled, facing Mu Jixue.
Lucky for Mu Jixue, she dismantled the weak point, leaving the Spider Woman powerless. Hence, she deftly evaded and dealt a fatal strike.
“Ugh…”
Before she finished her sentence, her head rolled off, and her giant spider body crashed to the ground.
Standing on that body, Mu Jixue faced away from Yun Zhonghe and Qin Hongye, twirling her sword gracefully.
Talk about cool.
Yun Zhonghe let out a sigh of relief.
He was genuinely scared when the Spider Woman tried to counterattack. Thankfully, Mu Jixue was decisive, shattering the weak point, rendering the counterattack useless.
If the ambush had been earlier, the Spider Woman might have hurt Mu Jixue.
Hence, Yun Zhonghe’s patience paid off.
Reflecting in his mind, he learned from the experience; helping her out of danger was his mission as a good friend.
Fortunately, the landing was smooth, and Mu Jixue took the BOSS out. That final turn was truly a majestic move, filling Yun Zhonghe with immense pride.
Undoubtedly, Qin Hongye must be overwhelmed by Mu Jixue’s rescue—what a touching scene!
Ah-ha! Mission accomplished!
“Woo-hoo! We did it! Brother Yun, we did it! We took down that blasted monster!”
Xiao Hu jumped out enthusiastically, planning to inspect.
Three of them just defeated a Golden Core monster! Xiao Hu felt incredibly strong.
Even though he only provided a concealment spell later, it didn’t stop him from feeling proud.
He was a valuable team player, after all!
But Yun Zhonghe couldn’t help a twitch when Xiao Hu cheered.
Shh… Keep it down. Don’t talk too much!
Yun Zhonghe wanted his image of being outnumbered and defeated by the Spider Woman to look like Mu Jixue swooped in to take down the boss in a flash.
However, Xiao Hu’s outburst ruined that illusion for Qin Hongye, who would now know three were involved in the fight.
Friend Hu, you better mind your tongue. Some things aren’t meant to be said.
Relieved, Xiao Hu got chills down his spine, scratching his head in confusion. Maybe he sensed something; either way, he stayed quiet and poked the Spider Woman’s corpse with a stick he found.
Yun Zhonghe breathed a sigh of relief. He turned towards the cocoon, holding his Golden Sword: “Miss Qin, it’s safe outside. Let me help you out.”
“H-hold… wait!”
Qin Hongye inside the cocoon frantically called out.
But Yun Zhonghe’s sword was already on its way.
Eight Desolation sword technique!
Ferocious and powerful, the sword technique with Yun Zhonghe’s metal affinity and the Golden Sword boosted its power to maximum, rivaling a Golden Core cultivator’s full attack.
The cocoon was at its breaking point; one strike from Yun Zhonghe shattered it.
Like a cracked eggshell.
Without a word to Qin Hongye, Yun Zhonghe witnessed a blinding white flood pouring down.
Holy cr*p! Who has such dazzling headlights!
Splash! Clouds of softness smacked Yun Zhonghe in the face, pressing him to the ground.
Half of his face buried in immense fluff, only his green eyes peeking out.
When his gaze met the panicked little face above, it flushed red instantly, steam rising from her head like a cartoon character.
