Chapter 629 - 610: A Beauty Pays a Visit

When Wang Meng circulated his Cultivation Technique, cyclones of qi like clouds would swirl around his body. At times they were a fiery, steaming red; at others, they took the form of blue, watery ripples. Then they would shift to green undulations, a heavy yellow state, or a sharp, golden-needle-like form.

Wang Meng had modified the Merak Fire Cloud Technique so much it was barely recognizable, but of course, it was now a much better fit for Master Wang.

The Spirit Containing Bracelet on Wang Meng’s wrist glowed with a five-colored light. By borrowing the Five Elements Attributes of the True Essence Beasts, Wang Meng’s Merak Fire Cloud Technique had reached the verge of a breakthrough. It had been the right decision to come out of seclusion.

Once he broke through to the Profound Wheel Realm, Master Wang could begin to experiment with using the Power of Laws. This was Wang Meng’s way of probing at those laws.

Even with Wang Meng’s level of strength, not having mastered the laws left him with a complete blank slate. After all, having experienced and reached that higher plane before, his understanding of power was completely beyond that of an ordinary Cultivator.

Wang Meng cultivated in peace while Fatty Bai made sure no one disturbed him, assuming that Wang Meng was training to control the True Essence Beasts.

However, Wang Meng only got one day of peace before someone came calling. Fatty Bai would have turned away any ordinary person without a second thought, but he had no choice but to receive this particular visitor.

Because she was a beauty—and not just any beauty. Her skin was like white jade, so delicate it looked like one could break it with a flick of a finger.

"Boss, the girl here to see you is drop-dead gorgeous, stunningly beautiful. I’ve seen my fair share of stunners, but I’ve never seen a beauty with such an aura."

Master Wang was practically allergic to women at this point. The mere mention of a woman looking for him gave him a headache.

In the living room, Zhan Yingluo was leisurely sipping her tea. She smiled faintly upon seeing Wang Meng. "Wang Meng, I’ve come to collect my debt."

Master Wang’s head was throbbing. If she were an enemy, no matter how strong, he wouldn’t care. But he was in the wrong here. He couldn’t fight her, and he had no grounds to curse her. He was the one taking the blame, and it was a bitterness he had to suffer in silence.

"Miss Zhan, what can I do for you?"

"Miss Zhan, hello! I’m Fatty Bai, the boss’s sworn brother. You look really familiar, Miss Zhan. Have we met somewhere before?"

Fatty Bai eagerly approached her, but Zhan Yingluo didn’t move a muscle. She gave him a single, cold glance, and his enthusiasm was instantly extinguished.

Wang Meng gave a bitter smile. ’This guy really knows how to touch a sore spot.’ "Don’t mind him, Miss Zhan. My friend just likes to joke around. So, tell me, how do you propose we resolve the grudge between us?"

Zhan Yingluo surveyed her surroundings. "This place is passable. I don’t have a place to stay in Wang City, so I plan to live here. As for the matter between us, I haven’t quite figured that out yet. This will give me plenty of time to think about it."

"No way!"

"Yes!"

Wang Meng and Fatty Bai blurted out at the same time.

"So, is it a yes or a no?"

"No!"

"Yes!"

"Boss, a man can’t be like this! It’s the Bai Family’s good fortune that Miss Zhan is willing to stay here. Besides, it’s better to resolve a grudge than to prolong it. Communication is the key to solving problems. I support this!"

Fatty Bai stated his position firmly.

Wang Meng was miserable. He hated being tangled up in messes like this. He preferred to face things head-on—whether he got his head chopped off or not, at least it would be over. Besides, he was full of secrets. Having an enemy he couldn’t fight hanging around would make his life incredibly difficult.

"Wang Meng, it seems you’ve forgotten," Zhan Yingluo said. "Didn’t you say I could choose how to curse or beat you? Well, this is my choice. When I feel like it, I’ll naturally settle the score with you properly."

"Little Fatty," Zhan Yingluo said, "prepare a nice courtyard for me. Somewhere close to this guy."

"Miss Zhan, the boss likes his peace and quiet, so his place is a bit remote. The one next to me is quite nice, it’s the best guest courtyard we have. How about that one?"

Fatty Bai said with a wide, fawning smile.

Zhan Yingluo smiled faintly. "Fatty, do you know who I am?"

Fatty Bai nodded instinctively.

"Good. Then do you know what my Zhan Family does?"

Fatty Bai instantly shivered. "Ahem, Miss Zhan, I was just joking! I’ll have someone clear out the courtyard next to the boss’s right away. Please, let me know if you have any requests at all."

Zhan Yingluo nodded. "Very good. My luggage is outside. Remember to have it moved in for me."

Fatty Bai and Wang Meng looked at each other, speechless. Wang Meng just shrugged. ’Whoever started the trouble can be the one to solve it.’

He couldn’t figure out what medicine Zhan Yingluo was selling in her gourd—what she was truly up to. She was certainly bold.

Then again, given Wang Rencai’s combat strength, Zhan Yingluo could crush him with one hand and one foot tied behind her back.

’True confidence comes from strength. If she were to witness my real power,’ Wang Meng wondered, ’I wonder what she would think then.’

"Young Master, that chick is gorgeous, so fresh she’s practically glowing. Is she Boss Wang’s girl?"

A skinny fellow sidled up and asked.

"Gorgeous my foot! Little Li, you’d better act a little more dignified in front of a guest. Don’t embarrass the boss."

This was Little Li, whose full name was Li Xunhuan. He had grown up with Fatty Bai and served as the Bai Family’s steward.

"Young Master, when have I ever not been dignified? I’m as handsome as a jade tree in the wind. You won’t find another like me in all of Wang City."

"You, handsome as a jade tree? A gust of wind would blow you away! A man needs my kind of tonnage to be a real jade tree in the wind."

"Hehe, true. To have a beauty like that show up, and Boss Wang still wants to kick her out... sigh, it’s just different when you’re popular."

"Little Li, you think the boss is on our level? This is called playing hard to get. He plays the bad cop, so I have to play the good cop. See? Didn’t it all work out perfectly in the end? Tell the men not to wander around this area, so they don’t ruin a good thing."

"Don’t worry, Young Master, I know exactly what to do. Is the Zhan Family really that powerful?"

Fatty Bai downed a cup of tea. "The three great families of Haojing are undoubtedly at the very top, but the other powers can’t be underestimated. The Zhan Family is one of them. I heard they have a long-standing friendship with Wang Meng’s family. I think Zhan Yingluo is here to inspect the boss. As long as he passes, he’ll be able to go back."

Li Xunhuan’s eyes lit up as well. If Wang Meng could have his status restored, the Bai Family would gain the support of the Haojing Royal Family. It’s always good to have a big tree to rest under for shade!

"Little Li, make sure she’s well taken care of these next few days. Play it by ear."

"Young Master, when I handle things, you can rest assured. Have you forgotten? I am Li Xunhuan!"

Wang City’s number one man about town.

Wang Meng really did ignore Zhan Yingluo. With her here, he felt uncomfortable staying at home anyway. It was the perfect opportunity to go out and test his Five Elements Borrowing Spirit.

’If I can’t afford to offend her, can’t I at least afford to hide from her?’

On the way, Wang Meng was also pondering, ’If the soft approach doesn’t work, maybe I should try the hard approach?’

’What if I just act like a pervert and scare her away?’

’That move seems pretty good. It would stop her from pestering me.’ As for what they’d think in Haojing, he frankly didn’t give a damn. They could think whatever they wanted.

Meanwhile, things were not quiet in Haojing either.

The order to humiliate Wang Meng had been issued by the Seventh Princess, Ji Ruyan. Several waves of people had already been dispatched to Wang City; now, all she had to do was wait for news.

Ji Jin’Er, on the other hand, was eating dessert. She had a major sweet tooth. A little devil, she loved excitement more and more as she got older.

"Big Sis, we can’t see anything from here! The people below love to exaggerate. What if it’s all fake? That scoundrel would laugh himself to death at our expense. Seeing is believing!"

Ji Ruyan glanced at Ji Jin’Er. "Jin’Er, don’t you go getting any bright ideas. You’re only twelve. You can’t leave the Imperial City!"

"Big Sis, I’m already twelve! That’s not a kid anymore. Look, everything that’s supposed to be developing is developing!"

She said, puffing out her chest, which left Ji Ruyan not knowing whether to laugh or cry. "If Father finds out, he’ll definitely put you in confinement!"

"Big Sis, I know you’re the best. Please just take me out to see the world! Besides, don’t you want to teach that bastard a lesson with your own hands?"

Ji Ruyan pinched Ji Jin’Er’s little nose. "Stop your scheming. You want to leave the Imperial City? Wait another two years!"(To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)