101 Courtesan

Using the Hextech Pressure Transmission Machine, Yuan Chen quickly arrived at the mid-level plaza of Zaun.

Unlike the Sump, Zaun's mid-level plaza, while also having alchemy plants, is at least much safer in terms of security measures. Similarly, it lacks the dense, poisonous fog that once filled the Sump.

Located in the middle plaza, people do not need to wear protective suits; they simply wear breathing filters.

Compared to the Sump, this place is like paradise.

Upon entering the middle-level plaza, Yuan Chen headed towards the alleyway to the side with a clear purpose.

Following beside her, Qiyana could be fairly certain that although Yuan Chen wasn't as relaxed as he had been at the beginning, his state and emotions had stabilized.

So Qiyana simply asked, "What was wrong with you just now? Were you hesitating? Or were you wavering?"

"It's not a matter of wavering, because it's the right thing to do. The moment I saw that person, I knew he had no intention of living. Even without me, Zaun would have buried him in another way."

"Then what caused your loss of composure just now?"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen thought for a moment and said, "How should I put it... I am the youngest master in the history of Ionia, a prophet who can see the future, Dragon Slayer, a scholar. No matter where I am, I can carry out my plans with ease."

"Pride? I suppose so. I was prepared to kill long ago, but I never expected it to happen this way... Someone told me that the dust of the times weighs down on an individual like a mountain. But now it seems I have become the hand that propels the times forward."

With that, Yuan Chen entered the rain-drenched alleyway, following a certain scent deeper into the passage.

"I cannot stop moving forward, but I cannot take everyone's sacrifice for granted, nor can I turn a blind eye to death."

"We cannot lose balance."

As he spoke, Yuan Chen stretched his neck, feeling the power flowing within his body. Yuan Chen knew that this was the effect of the concept of "Temperance."

Temperance originated from an unknown, Nascent Demon. Although the concept ultimately fell into the hands of Oshirresh due to a wager, it is undeniable that the concept of Temperance has carried a certain function since its inception.

Balance, stability, control, restriction, coordination, cooperation, treatment... these are all concepts of Temperance.

Upright Temperance

Just as Oshirresh represents all the joy and exhilaration of Runeterra —if it weren't for that more extreme indulgence and debauchery, Oshirresh might be more deserving of people's worship and faith than the so-called Aspects.

Extending this further, what does Reversed Temperance represent?

Rupture, imbalance, extremism, chaos...

Previously, Yuan Chen couldn't understand how to use Temperance, but now, Yuan Chen seems to have found some clues.

Even in its most superficial sense... Temperance is like a knife specifically designed to cut down the devil.

With this thought in mind, Yuan Chen clenched his Riot Games. The next moment, his personal attributes were rapidly updated within his line of sight.

Job change successful: [Temperance Demon] Quality [Legendary (Damaged)], Level LV1.

Acquired Trait: Upright Temperance (Legendary): Become part of the workings of the world. Achieve perfect harmony of energy, spirit, and body. Sub- Class Level will be tied to the same level as primary Class Level.

Acquired Trait: Reversed Temperance (Legendary): Become part of the world's imbalance. Complete the absolute imbalance of energy, spirit, and body. Can forcibly integrate all energies and apply them completely to a specific area, dimension, or power of oneself.

Note: This trait is the two sides of Temperance, and only one can be activated at a time.

Note: Reversed Temperance can have long-term effects due to the imbalance of power, the extent of which depends on the level of imbalance.

Note: This profession's origin is missing, and its level cannot be increased until it is completed.

Seeing the Temperance Demon complete its class change, a thoughtful look appeared in Yuan Chen's eyes.

Sure enough, the next moment, Yuan Chen felt a warmth on the back of his hand.

"Hey! My friend! What have you done?" Though it was a surprised question, the voice was still filled with unwavering joy. Yes, it was Nila.

"Oshirresh has rioted! Can you feel it? Good heavens! This is the first time she's been this agitated since I locked her in the flask! Uh... she seems to be cursing you, and it's pretty nasty."

"Haha! But don't worry! I only heard a little bit! Because she started cursing at you in a language I'd never heard before!"

"So what have you done?"

In response, Yuan Chen replied decisively, "Complete the true name inheritance of the Temperance Demon."

Wow! Cool!

Even while struggling with Oshirresh, Nila was still deeply surprised to hear that Yuan Chen had completed the true name inheritance.

"I didn't expect you to finish so quickly! I thought I'd have to come over to you! Don't worry, I've been fighting this dragon for days... uh, I mean, it's been going on for a long time."

"That dragon is quite powerful. The sky is full of dark clouds, and I can't tell if it's day or night! But a long time has passed!"

"I'll take her down as soon as possible, and bring you a souvenir while I'm at it! That's it, I'm hanging up now, that dragon is attacking again! It's so exciting!"

"So intense is the pleasure, the Flowing Water cuts my throat!!!"

Nila's last words were filled with a fierce fighting spirit, clearly indicating that she was about to begin a new round of confrontation with the dragon progenitor of Camavor.

Yuan Chen didn't know how to evaluate this eccentric girl, so he could only shake his head indifferently and then refocus his attention on the central square.

"Let's get down to business first!"

Hearing Yuan Chen's reassuring words, Qiyana secretly breathed a sigh of relief—it wasn't until she heard those words that Qiyana was certain that Yuan Chen had recovered.

But just as she relaxed, recalling her earlier tension, a strange sense of dissatisfaction welled up within Qiyana— "I was so worried about you, and you didn't even react?!"

Thinking it over, Qiyana snorted and, arms crossed, asked in a sharp tone, "What important matter could be more important than digging up a Dark Descendant weapon? Aren't you afraid that little blondie and that young master of the family will dig it up first?"

"In that case, they will be the ones who suffer," Yuan Chen said.

"I don't even know where the weapons are buried, let alone them. But unlike the buried, immobile weapons, the thing I'm looking for now has legs and can run!"

As they spoke, Yuan Chen led Qiyana to a dead end.

In that alley, a tall, gray-haired girl in tattered clothes sat forlornly on the rain-soaked ground.

The girl looked incredibly pitiful. She wore a black vest, but the bottom was torn to shreds. Her skin was snow-white, and her breasts, exposed in the dim light of the alley, were alluringly full. She sat helplessly on the ground in a duck-like position, her tight pants outlining the lines of her long legs almost perfectly.

Her features were well-defined, and although her hair was wet from the rain, it didn't look disheveled; instead, it added an indescribable touch of delicate beauty.

What's more noticeable are her arms... both arms have prominent purple markings. These aren't birthmarks, but rather a potion called Shimmer Alchemy. It's popular in Zaun; small doses can accelerate recovery, but it also has hallucinogenic effects.

And... highly addictive.

Now, even a layman could see that the girl had been forcibly injected. She knelt on the ground, as if she had just run out from some unknown dark corner. Cold rain fell, and the girl gritted her teeth to resist the stimulation of the drug.

Looking around, Yuan Chen spotted a hidden entrance to a bar not far away—what kind soul would open a bar in such a deserted alley?

If there were no sex trade involved, Yuan Chen would have gone in and sold his ass himself.

From any angle, this young girl is incredibly alluring...

Thanks to advanced Chemtech, even when Demacia was still in the feudal Middle Ages, the sweet-talking and kind-hearted people of Zaun had already encountered the landmark event of picking up corpses in bars—a phenomenon of the civilized era!

Upon seeing Yuan Chen's arrival, a hint of surprise appeared in the girl's eyes. She pleaded in an almost pleading manner... no, it was pleading, even down to the point of being utterly humble:

"Kind person! Please, take me away... I have no strength left, please, I'll do anything you ask! Take me away from here!"

As she spoke, the girl approached Yuan Chen with some difficulty, but before she could stand up, her delicate body fell into the rain.

Tear!

The splashing rain soaked her clothes, and the friction of the stones tore a large hole in her already tattered clothes and trousers.

Her fair and smooth skin was so prominent that not only her thighs, but also half of her buttocks were exposed.

If Yuan Chen's identity were changed to a homeless person, an off-duty worker, a bar veteran, a blond-haired guy, a sports student, or a young geek, he'd probably just grab someone, find a place, and go into battle!

Even if it were a man as virtuous as Liu Xiahui, who could remain unmoved by a woman in his lap, he would take pity on her and lead her away from this filthy and chaotic place, sparing her from harm.

Unfortunately, Yuan Chen knew very well who the guy in front of him was.

Qiyana raised an eyebrow at this, and said nonchalantly, "Is this what you were willing to abandon the Dark Descendant weapons for?"

"What are you thinking about?" Yuan Chen glanced at Qiyana, a look of disdain on his face.

Please, it's only this level of temptation...

It's not as good as Azur Lane.

Just as Yuan Chen was about to say something, he suddenly heard hurried footsteps behind him.

Immediately afterwards, a mature woman's voice rang out behind Yuan Chen and the others. "Stop! Don't touch that girl!"

Turning my head, I saw a lady dressed in fine clothes, clearly from a family in Piltover.

Holding an umbrella, wearing a blue dress and a small hat, with her elegantly styled long blonde hair flowing down her back.

With a hint of urgency in his eyes, he ran to the girl's side in his high heels, took off his coat and covered her with it to shield her from the rain, then looked warily at Yuan Chen.

"Don't even think about hurting this poor girl!"