What was more terrifying than death?
A life worse than death!
Especially for a nearly immortal being like the Higher Evil Spirit. One moment, cold froze its soul; the next, golden light restored everything. As the two alternated, it was truly on the verge of tears.
In the past, it might have died, but that had been over in an instant.
But now?
Back and forth, over and over.
"Boss, what are you trying to do?"
"Could you hurry it up?"
The Higher Evil Spirit shouted.
Qin Ran, however, silently watched the Thorn Lady.
The Higher Evil Spirit grew frantic.
It knew its boss liked to observe and think, but no matter how much he liked those things, he had to consider the circumstances.
It was suffering unprecedented torment right now!
Immediately, a certain phrase rose in the Higher Evil Spirit's mind... well, it dared not say it.
It really dared not!
Under the effects of the contract, if it actually spoke those words, it would truly have to await its death.
How should it choose between torment and actual death?
Follow its heart.
The Higher Evil Spirit made its choice without hesitation.
Then, powerless to do anything but endure, it began to study their enemy.
"Huh?"
With an exclamation of surprise, the Higher Evil Spirit's eyes widened.
It realized the Thorn Lady was only attacking it, ignoring its boss, who kept restoring it.
What was going on?
Why was she ignoring Boss?
Was it because I was too attractive?
Questions involuntarily rose in the Higher Evil Spirit's mind.
"Insult her."
Suddenly, Qin Ran's voice sounded in its mind through the power of their contract.
"What?"
The Higher Evil Spirit froze.
"Insult her!"
"Use the vilest words you know."
Qin Ran repeated himself.
"Understood!"
After giving Qin Ran an affirmative