The explosion created when the other side struck, along with the devastating force of their subsequent actions, left Bai Yun somewhat stunned.
Only when he turned back did he realize Ye Xin had already come to his side.
The girl stood there quietly, her lovely face carefully watching the surroundings. Only after seeming to confirm something did she say, "It's over. It was easier than I expected. And there aren't many people indoors; the walls have pretty good soundproofing."
"It's over?"
This girl was so strong.
Bai Yun felt as though he were dreaming.
This battle had somewhat overturned everything he knew.
Sure enough, organizations capable of worshipping hidden existences were anything but ordinary.
They were unlike someone like him, who had signed a contract and been forced to surrender his freedom through an equal exchange. The girl before him was likely a true believer of that deity.
"Thank you for your help this time. You can have these."
Ye Qian handed over two Explosion Rings.
"You must have seen it. During the earlier battle, these metal rings produced explosions nearly as powerful as grenades. They're simple to use: pour in mental energy, throw them out, and they'll explode after one second or upon hitting something."
A supernatural item?
His eyes lit up, but in the end, he took a deep breath and shook his head. "No need. I didn't really help at all."
"No, you deserve them. But these things aren't absolutely safe. They came from an organization called the Insect Blood Society, so you must keep it secret that you possess them."
"I understand."
Only after he took them did the girl check the time and say, "I should be leaving. Oh, since you're connected to that lord as well, would you be interested in joining the society I belong to?"
"Your society? You mean... the force that worships the Dragon of End?"
"No, that's not quite right. Strictly speaking, the Dragon of End is also a member of our society."
"Pfft—"
Bai Yun felt his understanding of the world being overturned once again.
"So that's how it is?"
He trembled again.
He had actually joined such an outrageous organization? The girl had said before that the Dragon of End served someone. From that, he could infer that the great existence hidden on the other side, unknown to the world, was likely the true meaning behind this society's pure love.
Even the Dragon of End was merely a member of this mysterious society. He truly dared not imagine what deeper purpose lay behind founding such an organization.
It's probably better if I behave myself. There must be something extraordinary behind this girl.
With that thought flashing through his mind, Bai Yun tried asking one final question. "May I ask... what is your society called?"
"One Big Loving Family!" Ye Xin said with a serious expression.
"?"
"..."
"???"
"..."
"It's actually called that?" Bai Yun fell into deep thought.
"Ahem, I was joking. You didn't seriously believe me, did you?" Ye Xin spread her hands.
Bai Yun's face began to twitch.
He had actually been played.
This girl really knew how to joke around. Still, that fleeting smile made his heart skip a beat for an instant.
Suppressing that unrealistic thought, he was about to give up asking when Ye Xin actually spoke the name aloud.
"Dusk."
"Dusk?"
"That's right. You can't mention that name carelessly, especially now that you've joined us."
"I understand."
Bai Yun was no fool. He was no longer a free man.
No matter what, the results of trading with hidden existences were often terrifying and cruel. Compared to others, he had already been incredibly lucky.
Not only had his sister been cured, but he had also formed a connection with a force he could never have encountered in the past.
"Up to now, I've heard that many societies serve corresponding gods. Yet every one of them has a deep background and terrifying scale—massive organizations, some even capable of rivaling nations. I never expected that in a tiny place like Konghai City, the force connected to this girl would be one I'd never even heard of."
"It's about time to leave. It's risky to stay any longer, so let's part ways here." Ye Xin briefly surveyed the scene, scooped up some money, then bade Bai Yun farewell.
"Goodbye."
After they parted, twenty minutes passed before any other force discovered this battle.
Ye Xin noticed something: groups involved with supernatural powers all seemed to like gathering in places with fewer people.
Perhaps it was to avoid exposure.
But that benefited her as well.
"Upgrade to level 20."
Using the Life Energy she had obtained, the main body directly leveled up once.
There were still 220 points left over.
"I can proliferate now."
She thought for a few seconds... then simply decided to use it all.
"Mm, I'll spend 200 and keep 20 for emergencies."
The chances of getting something good with 10 points were too low. Taking a shot at quality was important right now.
For this clone body, she chose Battle Miss No. 1.
All right... it was Battle Miss No. 1 again.
But judging from its current functions, this body really was the most cost-effective choice.
Battle Miss stretched out her hand and began proliferating in the room.
A wisp of flesh and blood fell to the floor, gradually forming a new girl.
Proliferation in progress...
Body separation complete. Quality: Green
Initial LV: 7
Ability gene inheritance failed. Original talent not obtained.
Superior mutation occurred. Talent ability acquired: Danger Perception (Universal, Green)
Superior mutation occurred. Talent ability acquired: Super Strength (Green)
The girl who appeared before Battle Miss was extraordinarily pure.
Snow-white long hair cascaded down over her shoulders, while her pale crimson eyes were clear and bright, crystalline like gemstones.
"White hair?"
Battle Miss swallowed.
She... had been hit right in her weak spot.
The moment she saw the other girl, her heart went thump.
Judging by her appearance, she seemed to be a girl around fifteen or sixteen, similar to the main body.
No matter how she looked at her, she was simply too adorable and alluring.
"The new clone is so cute. Can I give her a hug?"
Standing at 1.72 meters tall with a devilish figure, Battle Miss looked down at her other self. In the end, she could not resist and stepped forward to hug her.
"So soft. So cute."
The white-haired girl on the other side blushed too.
Yet being held by herself made her feel unexpectedly safe.
"She's too cute. I can't help it."
Who could understand the beauty of a white-haired girl?
Ye Qian immediately controlled her to put on a white dress.
Cute white hair naturally had to go with a white dress.
Sitting on the bed and lifting her legs, she had to admit that the allure of those legs was already completely comparable to the main body's.
"Whew, she definitely inherited the main body's genes, right? Her leg shape is so perfect too. No, I can't let my thoughts wander."
Shaking her head, Ye Qian felt she was practically staring herself wet—strike that.
After all, her sense of beauty had not changed from before, so being conquered by such a beautiful girl was only natural, right?
"Whew, I can't take it. Every body hits exactly where it should."
Resisting the urge to kiss the adorable white-haired little Ye Qian, she took several deep breaths and began considering a name for the clone.
"Let's call her Vier."
Alice rushed over and hugged the girl's legs, rubbing against them. "Hehe, white-stocking calves."
This new body was an absolute blood profit. The main reason was that both abilities were green, and Danger Perception was even a universal ability.
Danger Perception (Green, Universal): The ability to sense and predict in advance any danger about to harm oneself.
This ability could be considered passive, somewhat similar to intuition.
Though powerful, it fundamentally required a certain level of personal strength to make use of. Otherwise, even if danger was sensed, it would still be impossible to evade.
As for Super Strength (Green), that was easy to explain. It simply gave immense physical power. It was an active ability, meaning strength would suddenly surge only after activation.
Her stats were as follows:
Body: Vier LV: 7 Experience: 0/100 Attributes: Strength 1.8, Constitution 1.5, Agility 1.8, Spirit 2, Intelligence 1.9, Resistance 0.8 Talent abilities: Danger Perception (Universal, Green), Super Strength (Green)
Her stats were somewhat close to Ye Xin's. In terms of strength, she was probably a little weaker than Ye Xin, mainly because Spirit Thread was just too overpowered.
"I'm exhausted. The body that fought should rest first."
It was nearly dark, so she lay down on the bed.
Looking at the sky outside the house and recalling everything she had experienced recently, she inexplicably felt mentally tired.
"This world really is full of dangers."
Fortunately, every step she had taken so far had been fairly good.
Ultimately, she wanted to create a safe environment for the main body while improving her own strength to deal with every possible risk.
"I hope things go more smoothly in the future."
She was ready to rest.
At that moment, the main body suddenly received a text message.
Looking closely...
"Mm, Saint Via has started school?"
Strictly speaking, it was already the second day of school. She had been notified somewhat late.
"I'll go tomorrow."
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