Chapter 145 – Violent Useless vs. Delicate Cat (25)
He knew he was too impulsive, rashly attacking Mu Jin. If he’d known it would lead to this outcome, he would have never even touched a single hair on Mu Jin’s head.
But Yan Yang was beyond rational thought. All he could think about was his little cat being gone, his bright smile forever lost, his warmth and sweet scent vanished. No more gentle cuddles or soft whispers in his ear.
The most important person in his life was gone. What else was there to live for? Yan Yang wanted the whole world to pay for his little cat’s death. And the first sacrifice would be the one who harmed his beloved—Qi Xi.
Yan Yang raised his arm toward Qi Xi, not even needing to touch him. Qi Xi felt an invisible force choking him, lifting him off the ground.
Gasping for air, Qi Xi struggled, but it was futile; every effort felt like a drop in the ocean.
Meanwhile, Yan Yang slowly formed a red soul power orb in his hand, accumulating energy, as if ready to unleash it upon the suspended Qi Xi.
Qi Xi could sense the power in the orb, which far exceeded the soul power weapon he had manifested. This was real, deadly force.
Those around them were shocked by the scene, recognizing it as a skill only high-level soul power users could perform.
Seeing the difference in the soul power abilities, everyone knew there was something off about Qi Xi’s power. But Yan Yang’s breakthrough was genuine. He even emanated an aura that only powerful individuals possessed.
While others were unsure how to handle the situation, Yan Zhengqing was overjoyed. His son, once dismissed as useless, had become a formidable soul power user. The person he once thought of as worthless had transformed into a rare talent. How could he not be excited?
With a strong soul power user like Yan Yang, the Yan family would undoubtedly prosper. Even Yan Lexin’s marriage prospects could be improved with a stronger alliance. The benefits to Yan Zhengqing seemed limitless.
However, if Yan Yang killed Qi Xi, it would create complications, especially considering the benefits of maintaining a good relationship with the Qi family. So Yan Zhengqing, with a smile, approached Yan Yang with a commanding tone, “Alright, let him go. The match is over; there’s no need to take it further.”
In Yan Zhengqing’s mind, he still believed Yan Yang was the weak, easily controlled person he once was, not realizing that the boy had changed completely.
Yan Yang ignored Yan Zhengqing’s words. When he got closer, Yan Yang unleashed a surge of pressure, causing Yan Zhengqing to break out in a cold sweat. It was only then that Yan Zhengqing realized that things weren’t going as he’d planned.
What he thought would be a pleasant surprise turned out to be a completely uncontrollable piece on the chessboard.
The red soul power orb in front of Qi Xi grew more intense as he hung in the air, his energy draining rapidly. The most terrifying part was that Yan Yang, expressionless, was injecting soul power into Qi Xi’s body, slowly crushing his meridians.
The intense pain coursed through his body, soaking him in cold sweat. Yan Yang seemed like a demon, slowly torturing him. It would have been better if he just finished him off quickly.
Just as the orb was about to touch Qi Xi’s body, Yan Yang suddenly heard a familiar voice shouting, “Yan Yang, what are you doing?”
Yan Yang turned quickly and saw his little cat still standing below the stands, smiling at him, completely unscathed. He immediately dropped Qi Xi to the ground and rushed down to embrace Mu Jin, carefully examining him for any injuries.
After confirming that his beloved had no wounds, Yan Yang reached out, trembling, to touch Mu Jin’s cheek. He grabbed him by the back of the head, pulling him close, his body shaking from the shock.
Although Mu Jin easily avoided Qi Xi’s attack, he didn’t reveal himself immediately, sensing the intense soul power fluctuations caused by Yan Yang’s reaction.
Instinctively, Mu Jin knew it was due to him. The emotional turmoil caused by Yan Yang’s perceived loss had triggered a massive surge in his soul power, causing him to break through multiple levels at once.
Yan Yang was now at the tenth level, a Soul King, the only one on the continent who could match Mu Jin’s power.
Mu Jin had intended to wait a bit longer to reappear, allowing Yan Yang’s soul power to stabilize. However, he hadn’t expected Yan Yang to react as if he had been killed, leading him to attempt to k*ll Qi Xi.
Although Qi Xi’s behavior was infuriating, he was known for being rash and impulsive. His soul power wasn’t particularly high, and even if he could manifest a weapon, its impact wasn’t substantial. If it had hit Mu Jin, it might have caused an injury, but it certainly wasn’t life-threatening.
Seeing that Qi Xi’s meridians were completely shattered, rendering him a cripple, Mu Jin decided it would be best to spare his life. After all, he was curious about how Qi Xi suddenly gained the ability to manifest soul power. Perhaps, through him, he could find out more information.
Mu Jin knew his priority was to calm his lover, so he quickly hugged Yan Yang, allowing him to examine him as much as he needed to.
When Yan Yang confirmed his little cat was unharmed, he hugged Mu Jin and choked back tears, saying, “I thought—I thought you’d left me.”
Mu Jin felt a pang of pain hearing his lover’s anxious words, cupping his face and gently kissing his lips. He said softly, “How could I be hurt? Did you forget my abilities? Someone at his level couldn’t touch me. As soon as I sensed his attack, I teleported away.”
Yan Yang nodded, understanding the sequence of events, but he felt no regret for injuring Qi Xi. This man had attempted to harm his lover; even if he’d killed him, Yan Yang would have believed it was justified.
He lowered his head and kissed his little cat again and again. The feeling of having lost him, only to have him back, left him unwilling to let go.
However, Yan Zhengqing frowned as he watched Mu Jin and Yan Yang displaying such intimacy in front of everyone. He didn’t care whether his son’s future partner was male or female; in this world, same-sex marriages were as normal as opposite-sex ones.
What concerned him was the identity of Yan Yang’s partner. In his mind, with Yan Yang’s newfound strength, he should be paired with someone equally powerful; otherwise, it would be a waste of resources.
Yan Zhengqing had already considered countless wealthy and influential families to match with Yan Yang. But this unknown boy, who was so intimate with Yan Yang, seemed completely out of place. Seeing them ignore his presence made him furious.
However, in front of others, he tried to maintain a friendly demeanor, addressing Yan Yang, “Yan Yang, why didn’t you tell me you had friends over? You should rest and prepare for the next match.”
Mu Jin saw through Yan Zhengqing’s intentions. He walked over to him with a smile, saying, “You must be the head of the Yan family, Yan Zhengqing. I’ve heard a lot about you. Allow me to introduce myself—I am Yan Yang’s partner.”
Yan Zhengqing snapped, “What nonsense are you talking about!” He was enraged, seeing Mu Jin as a nobody. To him, this unknown boy trying to get into the Yan family was laughable.
However, Mu Jin’s expression didn’t change, continuing to smile as he said, “I’m not joking. I’m here to announce something. From now on, Yan Yang will no longer be part of the Yan family. I hope you won’t interfere in our lives because, after today, Yan Yang has nothing to do with you.”
Hearing these bold words from Mu Jin, Yan Zhengqing was livid.
He forgot all pretense of civility, shouting at Mu Jin, “Who do you think you are? Look at yourself! Do you think you’re worthy of Yan Yang? Do you even know the Yan family’s status? Yan Yang, don’t let this fool mislead you! Whatever you want in the future, I can give it to you.”
Yan Yang turned to Mu Jin, who playfully winked at him, and a hint of a smile appeared in his eyes.
He knew his partner was being cheeky, but those sparkling eyes were captivating. He couldn’t resist leaning in and kissing Mu Jin’s eye before turning to Yan Zhengqing, saying flatly, “No need, Yan Family Head. From now on, I, Yan Yang, have nothing to do with the Yan family.”
With that, he put his arm around Mu Jin’s shoulder, ready to leave.
Yan Zhengqing couldn’t believe that Yan Yang would publicly disrespect him, turning him into a laughingstock.
He glared at Mu Jin’s back, furious. If it weren’t for this seductive tempter, Yan Yang wouldn’t have become so defiant. Gathering his soul power, he prepared to attack Mu Jin.
Before Yan Zhengqing’s attack could even land, Mu Jin nimbly dodged it. Yan Yang, who was watching from the side, saw that Yan Zhengqing actually wanted to hurt his kitten and immediately unleashed his oppressive aura. He didn’t care who the other person was, anyone who dared to harm his lover would pay tenfold or a hundredfold.