Versatile Sword Cultivator

Chapter 48 – Possession of Charm Insects

Nangong Yue's face changed drastically when she heard the words "charm insects," her eyes filled with terror.

Before she could react, her body began to respond.

A strange energy spread throughout her body.

Nangong Yue's skin quickly turned red, and her eyes gradually became dazed.

"Senior sister, are you okay?" Lin Jichen stepped forward to ask.

Seeing Lin Jichen, Nangong Yue's cheeks turned even redder, her eyes misty.

Looking at her junior brother who was so close, the affection built from their daily interactions came into play.

Nangong Yue's willpower didn't resist Lin Jichen at all.

Coupled with the charm insects wreaking havoc inside her.

"Junior brother... you... you mustn't look at me..."

Fortunately, Nangong Yue retained a shred of rationality, but her "warning" tone had a teasing element to it.

Lin Jichen smiled wryly.

Charm insects are creatures that stimulate the body's lust.

Once touched by them, one mustn't circulate their energy, or the insects will be absorbed into the body.

The correct method is simply to brush them off.

But it seemed this was Nangong Yue's first encounter with such a sinister trick, and she was caught off guard.

The higher the cultivation of the victim, the less likely they are to be affected quickly.

But the key was that Nangong Yue had just gone through a fierce battle, killing a Golden Elixir opponent across realms, leaving her exhausted, her mana depleted, and her mind unstable.

It was her weakest moment.

Plus, Nangong Yue already had a favorable impression of Lin Jichen, with no resistance towards him.

These conditions combined, causing her willpower to waver.

[Ding! Nangong Yue's affection level towards you +20! Current affection level: 52 points (Mutual Affection)]

[Ding! Nangong Yue's affection level towards you +20! Current affection level: 72 points (Harmony)]

[Ding! Nangong Yue's affection level towards you +20! Current affection level: 92 points (Unwavering Love)]

Hearing these notifications, Lin Jichen couldn't bring himself to smile.

This sudden increase in affection wasn't genuine.

It was just because Nangong Yue had lost her rationality due to the charm insects, causing her affection level towards him to temporarily spike.

At this moment, Lin Jichen could indeed push Nangong Yue down and spend a passionate night with her.

But the consequence would be that Nangong Yue would know everything that happened once she woke up.

In the best-case scenario, her affection level would reset to zero, and they would become strangers, with her never having any favorable impression of him again.

In the worst-case scenario, not only would her affection level reset to zero, but she might also turn against him and kill him in a fit of rage.

Lin Jichen wasn't about to gamble his life for one night of passion.

If Nangong Yue woke up wanting to kill him, even ten lives wouldn't be enough.

Even if he had the Soul Talisman given by the Sect Master, Leng Feiyan would likely expel him from the sect upon learning of his actions.

Having finally secured a great start and a powerful backer, Lin Jichen wasn't foolish enough to ruin his future.

Thud~

Nangong Yue had already fallen into Lin Jichen's arms, her eyes filled with allure, her breath fragrant.

Her cheeks were rosy, more vibrant than flowers, her gaze hazy, wandering over Lin Jichen's body.

"Junior brother... I feel so uncomfortable... help me..."

Nangong Yue's red lips parted slightly, her eyes seductive, looking incredibly alluring.

Any man would want to take her right then and there.

Lin Jichen certainly wanted to, but considering the consequences, he held back.

But this couldn't go on; the charm insects inside Nangong Yue needed to be dealt with, or they would cause her great harm.

Lin Jichen took out the Soul Talisman, intending to call Leng Feiyan for help.

Just as he was about to tear the talisman, the ancient well nearby caught his attention.

Seeing the well, Lin Jichen suddenly remembered that special elixirs often refreshed at the bottom of the ancient well in this Secret Realm.

However, the well was protected by formations. While Crystal Realm cultivators could handle it, Lin Jichen, being only in the Qi Refining Realm, would have a hard time getting through.

After a moment of hesitation, Lin Jichen put the Soul Talisman back.

"Senior sister, hold on, I'll find an antidote for you!"

Suppressing his reluctance, Lin Jichen pushed the lovely woman in his arms away and immediately got up, heading to the well.

After a brief hesitation, he jumped in!

It was a dry well, dark and damp, with no light.

Lin Jichen took out a torch, illuminating the scene inside.

The bottom of the well was filled with numerous skeletons, likely the remains of the villagers.

The surrounding area was thick with Yin energy, which began to press in on Lin Jichen, trying to devour his vitality.

"-100!"

"-100!"

"-100!"

...

A series of damage numbers appeared above Lin Jichen's head, his health bar depleting rapidly.

Ignoring the encroaching Yin energy, Lin Jichen searched for the elixirs with his torch.

Finally, he saw a wooden box under a skeleton.

Using Mist Piercing Charge, he quickly approached.

At this moment, the formation in the well activated, and a Yin lightning bolt formed.

Crackle!

The Yin lightning was deadly.

Seeing it about to strike, Lin Jichen activated the Spirit Shield, enveloping himself in the Gathering Spirit Jade Pendant's energy.

He successfully deflected the Yin lightning.

But before he could catch his breath, the formation began crackling again, forming another Yin lightning bolt.

And it wasn't just one!

Lin Jichen's scalp tingled, wishing he had wings on his feet. He rushed to the skeleton, dug out the box, and leaped towards the well's opening.

But the well was several meters high, and he was still short of the top.

The Yin lightning behind him was closing in.

"Phantom Step!"

Lin Jichen used his second movement technique, propelling himself several meters forward, successfully escaping the well.

Just as he thought he had narrowly escaped, a Yin lightning bolt shot out from the well, chasing after him.

"It's over!"

He had no way to dodge the Yin lightning.

Lin Jichen felt despair.

If he died here, not only would he fail to save Nangong Yue, but his innate attributes would also decrease by 10%.

Lin Jichen even regretted not using the Soul Talisman.

He had overestimated himself.

But even if he died, Lin Jichen wanted to save Nangong Yue first.

He lunged forward, landing heavily on Nangong Yue's soft body.

"Ugh~"

By now, Nangong Yue was completely delirious, her clothes torn, exposing her beautiful figure.

Unfortunately, Lin Jichen had no time to admire her. He took out all the elixirs from the box and stuffed them into her mouth.

He didn't have time to check what the elixirs were, only hoping one of them could cure the charm insects.

Just as he finished feeding her the elixirs, the Yin lightning struck his back.

"Hit by Yin lightning, -3000!"

"Yin energy invading, vitality critical, triggering unconscious state!"

Seeing that he wasn't dead, Lin Jichen remembered that his health wasn't as low as an ordinary Qi Refining Realm cultivator.

With the 'Vitality Sprout' talent, he had 4080 points of vitality!

A small tank~

After losing a thousand points of vitality earlier, he still had some left.

Surviving was good enough!

But there was no time to celebrate.

The next second, Lin Jichen's vision went black, and he collapsed onto Nangong Yue's soft body, unconscious.

Coincidentally, his head landed right on her ample chest, making for a rather comfortable sleep...