nycdaug Chapter 158 No Need to Apology
Chapter 158 No Need to Apology
"Tell me, tell me, tell me... Speaking of which, my move is called 'Starfall Strike'. It's actually a 'startle response' that I created myself. I didn't learn it from anyone else. I can't help but use it when I get nervous. Don't be surprised. It's purely a conditioned reflex, just like a puppy wagging its tail when it sees a stranger, except that my tail is now dotted with stars, haha!"
Shen Li seemed to be unhappy with Xinghan's giggling appearance and shouted, "Stop laughing! I'll kill you if you laugh again!"
"Now, I am completely sober and know that in front of a master like you, any disguise is unnecessary. I will just be straightforward and give you an upgraded version of 'Truth or Dare' - I don't ask you to forgive my cleverness, but I only ask you to give me a chance to use my true strength to amuse you, to be a pistachio who can make you laugh, and to be a little helper who can come in handy occasionally. How do you think? Is this proposal sincere enough?"
"A mouth full of lies cannot be trusted."
Shen Li said coldly, then moved and approached Xinghan. One of his hands once again turned into a sharp knife, pointing directly at Xinghan's throat.
With both hands clasped together, his attitude was extremely sincere:
"Master Shen Li, please calm down. Although I, Xinghan, once had some cultivation, I am now a wandering immortal and no longer as brave as I used to be. I came here because I have admired your reputation for a long time. I... I am your number one fan, your only fan! Really! I just want to serve under you, even if I am just a servant, it is better than being alone and helpless in this vast world of cultivation."
There was some trembling and helplessness in his voice, but more of it was desire and determination for the future.
Shen Li stared at him, her deep eyes seemed to be able to penetrate all disguises and reach the deepest part of people's hearts. After a moment, she sighed softly, with a little more complexity in her tone:
"Well, considering your sincerity, I will give you a chance. But remember, I never keep useless people here. If you want to stay, you must show your value."
Upon hearing this, Xinghan was overjoyed and quickly kowtowed to express his gratitude, with determination and gratitude flashing in his eyes.
Seeing this, Xinghan's face changed drastically. He knew that he could no longer escape this crisis with words.
So he suddenly knelt on the ground, raised his hands above his head, and begged for mercy loudly:
"Thank you, Master Shen Li! I know I was wrong. I shouldn't have concealed my identity, let alone lied to you. But I really have no ill intentions. You are a strong person that a practicing immortal like me can rely on. Thank you for your mercy and giving me a chance to make a new start!"
Shen Li looked at Xinghan's humble attitude, but her heart was not shaken at all.
She knows very well that in this world where the strong prey on the weak, trust is more precious than gold.
And she must remain vigilant at all times, not allowing any slackness or negligence. So, she said coldly:
"Your life or death depends on your thoughts. If you really have a heart of repentance, prove your loyalty and determination with your actions."
After saying that, she retracted her knife, but hesitated for a moment before asking, "What do you mean by... fans? Is it a new sect?!"
Xinghan laughed a few times when he heard Shen Li's words, clasped his hands together, bowed and nodded, and replied, "Yes, I picked the name randomly, sorry to make you laugh."
"It has nothing to do with me, no need to apologize." Shen Li's words were indifferent and cold, like a cold winter breeze.
She glanced at Xinghan lightly, then turned and was about to leave, with an unquestionable determination in her steps, as if the noise around her had nothing to do with her.
Seeing this, Xing Han hurriedly called out, "Miss Shen Li, wait a minute! The wind outside is strong, and it seems that a huge army is approaching. I'm afraid that our business with those mythical beasts will cause big trouble."
Shen Li raised a playful smile at the corner of her mouth, and a hint of teasing flashed in her eyes: "To me, it's just rain from the sky, you just have to bear the wind and rain yourself. If there is any guilt, it's the clouds you brought upon yourself."
Xinghan was speechless for a moment, confusion and anxiety flashed in his eyes. He asked tentatively: "Miss Shen Li, do you have any countermeasures to avoid this disaster?"
Shen Li suddenly smiled when she heard this. Her smile was as warm as the spring breeze, yet sharp. "Of course there are countermeasures. For example, I can make you the shield."
Xinghan's face changed, and he thought to himself that something was wrong. He tried to ask again, "Miss, what do you mean by that? I'm stupid, please explain it to me."
Shen Li smiled more gently, but her tone revealed a power that could not be disobeyed: "It's simple, just hand you over to them and use your blood to calm the storm caused by you."
Xinghan's expression was complicated when he heard this. He exhaled slowly and tried to persuade her with reason: "Miss Shen Li, do you still remember that just now, I risked my life to save you when you were on the cliff. Can't this kindness be the reason for me to ask for asylum now?"
Shen Li heard this, and the corners of her mouth slightly raised. There was a hint of tenderness in her smile, but more of it was a clear understanding of the current situation.
"Xinghan, you saved my life, and I will always remember it in my heart. You are willing to save me, it is your kindness; and I have never asked for help. Friendship is friendship, and reason is reason. Moreover, even without you, I, Shen Li, have the power to protect myself, and I naturally know how to escape from the predicament."
Roar, that is to say, Shen Li didn't appreciate it at all.
After Xinghan heard this, he couldn't help but feel powerless. He thought to himself:
"Prince Shen Li, you are worthy of being a prince! You are really a man! You are really a person of temperament, and you act freely and unrestrainedly. You are not hard-hearted, but you are not easily deceived. Although her words are cold, they are full of pearls, which make people convinced. This character is really hard and soft at the same time, and it is hard to understand."
Xinghan muttered to himself in his heart, but then smiled with relief. People like this might be more attractive.
After saying that, Shen Li was about to leave, leaving Xing Han standing there anxiously:
"My Lord, please stay! Don't leave me alone to face the unknown storm."
At this time, the little ball of fur in Xinghan's hair poked its head out, its furry little face full of grievance:
"Xingxing, how can you be so forgetful that you even forget your old friends? You really forget your old friends just because you have a beautiful woman. How embarrassing for me."
When Xinghan heard this, he felt a surge of guilt.
Only then did he realize that in all this chaos, he had neglected the loyal companion beside him.
He turned around, his eyes gently fell on the aggrieved face of the little fur ball, and smiled softly:
"Oh, little fur ball, why are you still here? I forgot you were still here. What a sin."
When the little fur ball heard this, his big watery eyes seemed about to burst into tears.
"Xingxing, you have changed. After becoming Brother Xinghan, you don't love me anymore, woooo." The furry body trembled slightly, looking even more pitiful.