Half a Divine Ability, an Old Acquaintance in a New Encounter

You Rui was slightly startled, then softly answered, "Yes," and moved forward on her knees.

She had many flaws in her character, yet she came from a distinguished family and understood propriety and etiquette. Even her humble posture of kneeling and crawling could be veiled beneath certain formal rules, lending her an air of piety without diminishing her graceful beauty.

In terms of beauty alone, she actually surpassed Bao Yun. Yet Yu Ci on the ritual platform had no interest in that at present. As she crawled forward on her knees, Yu Ci took a deep breath. His manifested body abruptly swelled, transforming into a towering giant four zhang tall, majestic as a mountain. Divine radiance burst from his body, making him impossible to look upon directly.

You Rui had reached the steps of the ritual platform. Seeing this, she gave a low cry. Overawed by that imposing divine power, she instinctively prostrated herself. Just as her forehead touched Chengqitian's cloud-patterned ground, which seemed almost solid, a gigantic long arm reached out from the center of the platform. It blotted out the clouds and sun, casting a shadow over her.

You Rui's manifested true spirit body was least able to conceal her feelings. She trembled violently, thinking she had somehow offended this exalted master. Yet the giant hand descended with the force of a mountain, only to hover over her head as lightly as a swan's feather.

Yu Ci was quite satisfied with You Rui's reaction. These were merely the heart-bewitching little tricks of a charlatan, effective only upon particular people at particular times. They could deceive others for only a while. He was simply deepening the impression and instilling fear in You Rui, whose mind was so unsettled. Next, he would have to offer her some benefits.

The Soul