Blade: Being Too Handsome Is Also an Original Sin

At that moment, Tang San felt as though a storm had swept through his heart. All kinds of emotions tangled together, leaving him more conflicted than ever before.

How was that possible?!

Tang San's pupils abruptly contracted, as if he had witnessed something unimaginable. His heartbeat instantly accelerated, as though a hammer had slammed viciously into his chest, nearly leaping out of it.

How could this madman possibly see through him?! Tang San's hands clenched unconsciously, his nails digging deeply into his flesh, yet he did not notice at all.

He had transmigrated here. Only he himself knew about something like that—how could a mere six-year-old child see through it at a glance?

Tang San's face went pale as paper, his thoughts a tangled mess. The secret of his transmigration from the Tang Sect, the sins he had committed in his previous life—those heavy memories weighed upon his heart like towering mountains.

No matter how he thought about it, he could not understand how a six-year-old child could possibly see through his past.

No!

How could anyone in this world know about transmigration?! A flash of lightning crossed Tang San's mind, instantly illuminating his thoughts.

That was it! That madman Blade definitely didn't know anything at all! Tang San muttered to himself, trying to convince himself.

He had already said Blade was a madman. It was perfectly normal for a madman to spout nonsense!

Tang San curled his lips into a self-mocking smile, trying to dispel the panic in his heart.

He told himself that Blade's words were not to be trusted. He was merely a madman.

Besides, what sins could he possibly have?! Tang San clenched his fists, determination gleaming in his eyes. He had done nothing wrong in this life or his previous one, and he would do nothing wrong in his next life or the life after that! He firmly believed in his own innocence!

And besides, in his previous life, it was clearly the Tang Sect that owed him so much! The sins belonged to those Tang Sect elders and people! What did they have to do with Tang San?!

Cold sweat poured down Tang San's body, but the moment he thought of this, it was as if a drowning man had suddenly grabbed hold of a lifeline.

That earth-shattering terror was swiftly suppressed beneath his firm conviction! He straightened his back, his eyes becoming resolute once more, as though he were breaking free from the sudden panic.

He stammered, his voice trembling as though the words had been forced out of his throat:

"Brother Blade, what kind of joke is that? I've always been Xiao San. I've never changed, not even the slightest bit!" Tang San's eyes were filled with panic. His hands waved unconsciously, as if that could help him convey more sincerity.

Ding! The Protagonist reacted intensely! His heart has already become twisted! Portrayal Progress increased by: 1.5%!

Current Portrayal Progress: 19.3%!

As soon as Tang San finished speaking, the System's voice rang out in Blade's mind. The corners of Blade's lips lifted slightly, and a teasing glint flashed through his eyes.

In response, Blade sheathed Shizun's Sword. His movements were smooth and elegant, while his gaze deepened in an instant. He merely gave Tang San a profoundly amused look. That gaze was like a sharp blade piercing straight into Tang San's heart, making him shudder involuntarily. Then Blade let out a cold laugh, turned and left without looking back, leaving behind a dashing silhouette. Little Scoundrel could slowly savor the meaning of it himself!

At this moment, Tang San, having witnessed this scene, unconsciously licked his lips, which had turned deathly pale from fright. His tongue was so dry that it nearly stuck to the roof of his mouth. He tried hard to swallow, only to find that his throat seemed blocked by something, dry without even a trace of saliva!

Tang San's body swayed involuntarily. He felt as if his world were collapsing, and the pain and terror of being exposed nearly left him unable to stand.

He truly had been frightened. Even now, he kept telling himself that Blade was spouting mad nonsense! What sin had he committed?!

Yet a seed of entanglement and terror had already been deeply planted in Little Scoundrel's heart. His face turned pale, and an indescribable fear showed in his eyes. Having had his ugly mask torn away, he seemed to have lost all pretense. No matter how much he hid or put on an act, people had already seen his true face!

Nuoding City was a bustling metropolis, and every inch of its land exuded prosperity. The ground was paved with neat blue bricks, weathered by time until they appeared ancient and smooth.

Several-story buildings stood all around like giants overlooking the passing pedestrians, every structure carrying the city's unique charm.

The streets were packed with an endless stream of people, lively and bustling. The cries of vendors, the laughter and chatter of passersby, and the rumble of cart wheels rolling past intertwined into a symphony of everyday life.

Blade and his group of three country folk stood out conspicuously amid these bustling streets.

Other than Blade, Jack and Tang San were obviously dressed like people from a small village at a glance. Their clothes were plain, even somewhat worn, forming a sharp contrast with the well-dressed citizens around them.

Yet Blade's uniquely handsome attire was especially eye-catching amid the prosperous street scene.

His clothing was naturally gorgeous and noble, yet clean and neat, exuding an indescribable charm.

Along the way, he drew quite a few looks. Young maidens and glamorous wealthy women alike could not help but brighten at the sight of him.

From time to time, Blade even heard them whispering about wanting to secretly carry the little fellow home, raise him, and make him their child husband!

"What a handsome little guy!" a young girl murmured shyly, her eyes filled with stars.

"Eee! You can tell at a glance he'll grow into a handsome man! I want to squish his little cheeks!" Another young girl covered her cheeks, her face full of infatuation.

"This handsome little guy is so cold. If he ravished me to his heart's content, I'd definitely get very excited~ Eee~" A wealthy woman whose charms still remained looked dazed, as if imagining something.

"I just like this sort of thing~ A cold, handsome little guy~" Another woman stroked her chest, her eyes burning.

"I want to make that cold, handsome little guy my boyfriend and trick him into coming home with me~ Hehe!" The women's chatter rose and fell, filled with affection for Blade.

Blade: "."

Blade could only feel helpless about this. There was not much expression on his face, and he merely furrowed his brows slightly. His gaze remained indifferent and his steps steady, as though the worldly clamor around him could not affect him in the slightest.

He continued onward, perhaps considering matters far more important. As for the women's gossip, he left them only with an unconcerned silhouette.

He had always pursued that distant other shore, never imagining that he would become so popular in bustling Nuoding City.

Faced with those endless, flirtatious remarks, Blade simply hugged Shizun's Sword in silence and walked expressionlessly through the crowded streets.

His gaze was calm, as though the surrounding noise had nothing to do with him. His world contained only himself and the sword in his hands.

Yet the colder his attitude became, the more excited the girls around him grew.

Curiosity and challenge glimmered in their eyes. Some bolder girls had already begun pretending to stumble, intending to throw themselves into his arms.

Blade merely shifted lightly to the side, deftly avoiding their "traps," and could not help complaining inwardly:

"What a Dating Continent."

Here, being too handsome seemed to have become an inescapable original sin. Blade frowned slightly, but he did not slow his pace, maintaining his usual calm and aloofness.

Meanwhile, Jack, walking ahead of the two boys, happily introduced Nuoding City's local customs and sights. Worried that they might feel out of place as newcomers, he spoke with enthusiasm and pride, as though he were the city's guardian.

Jack naturally heard the beautiful women whispering around them. Their praise for Blade made him feel as if he had become several hundred years younger, his whole face glowing. He straightened his back even further, and his steps became noticeably lighter.

Even his voice as he introduced Nuoding City rose without him realizing it. These were children he had brought out, after all. Praising Blade for being handsome—wasn't that the same as praising him, Blade's half-guardian, for being handsome too? Jack's face was filled with a satisfied smile.

Of the three, however, only Tang San gradually grew restless and agitated. His cheeks unconsciously flushed red, while the heat in his heart kept rising.

He was Red-Hot again!

Attracting the attention of beautiful women was supposed to be Tang San's exclusive privilege. How had it ended up going to that icy Blade instead?!

Whenever Tang San heard a beautiful woman praise Blade, his teeth ground together with a creak, his fists clenched tight. The frustration and fury in his heart churned like magma before a volcanic eruption. Jealousy and unwillingness flashed in his eyes—he looked both stifled and enraged!

"That should all be my treatment!!" Tang San roared inwardly. His pride had suffered an unprecedented challenge.

What Tang San found most hypocritical about Blade was that whenever those hot and flirtatious girls threw themselves at him, Blade would put on an aloof, disdainful expression and dodge away. If it had been Tang San instead...

At that thought, Tang San suddenly turned from anger to fantasy. His gaze became unfocused as he began imagining those girls throwing themselves into his arms.

He considered himself a gentleman and certainly would not disappoint their sincere affection. At the same time, he believed that he definitely was not one of those pathetic men who thought with their lower halves. He would surely uphold the principle of "not taking the initiative, not refusing, and not taking responsibility"!

The more Tang San thought about it, the more excited he became. A smug smile curled onto his lips as he became completely immersed in his fantasy world, so much so that he failed to notice Blade had been watching him sideways for quite a while now, as though enjoying a joke.

There was a trace of amusement in Blade's eyes, as if he understood Tang San's inner drama perfectly.

The corner of his mouth lifted slightly, revealing a faint, almost imperceptible smile, as though mocking Tang San's self-indulgence.

And Tang San remained lost in his fantasy, utterly unaware that he had already become a laughingstock in Blade's eyes.

Ding! The Protagonist's brain has developed a problem and has begun to become abnormal. Portrayal Progress increased by 0.2%!!

Current Portrayal Progress: 19.5%!!