It's Not That I Like It

"You can't control this power, but I can give you the effect of control."

"As for how to do it and how to use it, do you understand?"

The middle-aged man looked at Li Baimei.

Li Baimei nodded immediately.

"This junior will certainly make the most of it."

As soon as he finished speaking, the middle-aged man raised his hand and waved.

"Brush--"

Instantly, Li Baimei felt a cool sensation enter her body, as if it had left some kind of mark.

The middle-aged man's voice then rang out.

"If you ever need to unleash the Power of Time at a crucial moment, simply activate the mark I left within you, and I will take action."

After the man finished speaking, he added another sentence.

But don't use it indiscriminately.

As soon as he finished speaking, the middle-aged man disappeared into the house.

Li Baimei took a deep breath, then turned to look at the man named Yang Xiong beside her and asked.

"Senior, is this the essence of the Huaxia Sect?"

Yang Xiong glanced at Li Baimei, smiled, and said.

"This Supreme Elder always manages to do things that are incredibly unexpected. I always think I'm used to it, but in the end, I still can't help but be shocked."

After saying that, Yang Xiong changed the subject and said...

"Since the Supreme Elder intends to do so, then let's follow his idea. If we're going to put an act into it, we should go all the way. From now on, you'll need to put some thought into how you conduct yourself."

After saying that, Yang Xiong raised his hand, took out a jade talisman, and handed it to Li Baimei.

"This is your status within the Huaxia Sect. You will also be able to enjoy some corresponding resources from now on."

After a pause, Yang Xiong seemed to have thought of something and reminded him.

"Now you have a certain status within the Huaxia Sect. You can refuse things you don't truly like."

Upon hearing this, Li Baimei clasped his hands in a fist salute.

Thank you, senior.

When he looked up, Yang Xiong had already left.

Li Baimei looked out the window at the bustling scene inside the Huaxia Sect, and his thoughts became quite complicated.

If I hadn't stood here in person, how could I have imagined things would turn out this way?

Even though I am now nothing more than a tool.

However, for a powerful force like the Huaxia Sect, even becoming a tool is an extremely difficult thing.

Moreover, there are differences in quality among tools.

Suddenly, Li Baimei remembered Yang Xiong's reminder.

Now that I can refuse some things, I finally don't have to do those obsequious and subservient things to the powerful anymore.

I thought I would have to endure those days for a long time, but I never expected that just one trip to the World in the Painting would make it through.

Upon realizing this, Li Baimei smiled slightly and shook his head.

"Speaking of which, I really should thank you."

Just then, Yang Kaizhi's voice reached Li Baimei's side.

"Baimei, do you have time to come over?"

Upon learning this, a strange expression appeared on Li Baimei's face.

Unexpectedly, the effects of this change in identity came so quickly.

A moment later, at Yang Kaizhi's residence.

The three figures, two real and one illusory, stood like a tripod, each residing in a different place.

"I never imagined that this trip to the World in the Painting would bring you such an opportunity."

The voice that spoke was that of a woman, and it was full of regret.

Li Baimei glanced at the other person and said with deep agreement.

"Yes, I never expected this either. You must be regretting it now, right?"

Do you regret it?

The woman chuckled.

"That's only natural, I'm sure you understand. So what are your plans for the future?"

Li Baimei thought for a moment and then said.

Things won't be like they used to be.

The two figures, one real and one illusory, exchanged a glance. The woman finally sighed and looked at Li Baimei, saying...

It is fate that brought you into our lives.

"Now that things can't be like before, let's have one last round to commemorate those beautiful and joyful memories."

After listening to what the other person had said, Li Baimei suddenly smiled.

"I've never seen you so sentimental before."

"Things have probably really changed."

As he spoke, Li Baimei raised his hand and took out the jade talisman, his gaze sweeping over the two of them.

"Actually, you understand the importance of this event in the World in the Painting to the Huaxia Sect."

"Of course, I believe you understand better. The fact that I possess this jade talisman proves that my importance within the Huaxia Sect surpasses that of you."

Upon seeing the jade talisman that Li Baimei had taken out, both of their expressions changed to varying degrees.

What they had in common was shock and surprise.

The difference was that the woman's voice conveyed more helplessness, while the man's voice expressed regret.

If they had known things would turn out this way, and that Li Baimei would be so ungrateful for their kindness, they should have been much more careful in giving Li Baimei a chance in the first place.

At this moment, Li Baimei spoke again.

Things are different now. I won't dwell on the past, and you don't need to expect anything from it.

However, Li Baimei changed the subject.

"I'm a grateful person. When you were toying with me before, you did bring me some benefits, and I know that."

"It's not that I like it this way, it's just that seeing you all like this makes me feel bad."

After a pause, Li Baimei pointed to the woman's voice and said.

"You can still do that in the future, but you must consider my feelings first. Are you willing?"

Upon hearing this, the woman's expression shifted without any hesitation.

"Sure."

Li Baimei nodded in satisfaction, then looked at the illusory figure.

"Your kind of hobby is harmful to your health."

"From now on, whenever I need you, you stay inside my body, and I'll do what she did. Do you agree?"

The man's expression immediately changed, and he frowned as he spoke.

"Li Baimei, you've really become a petty person who's gotten away with something."

Li Baimei narrowed his eyes slightly.

"So, you want me to hold a grudge?"

The man snorted coldly, looked at Li Baimei, and gave her a reminder.

"Your surname is Li, not Yang."

Before Li Baimei could utter a sound, his words had barely left his lips when the woman's voice rang out.

That's enough.

"Don't you know what the Power of Time means to my Huaxia Sect?"

"If you can do it, then do it; if you can't, then get lost."

"It's just a matter of bending over, I can do that too."

The man's face immediately turned extremely ugly as he stared at the woman.

"So you're now on his side?!"

A woman snorted coldly.

"You don't want to do it? Then don't come back."

Li Baimei watched the argument between the two quietly, and at that moment, a subtle and indescribable feeling arose strongly in her heart.

There was a time when I was so passive.

Now, after such a short time, we have the initiative in our hands.

As she pondered this, Li Baimei's thoughts suddenly returned to the World in the Painting.

Ultimately, all of this was thanks to that senior.

Li Baimei. If it weren't for the other party giving him this opportunity, he wouldn't be in this situation now.

Suddenly, Li Baimei's brow twitched.

"Speaking of which, I haven't properly thanked you yet, senior."

"I wonder if that senior needs me to do anything, or to do anything with him."