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[RI: UV] Ch 17: Feng Family
🕑 Added 2025-02-03 14:58:26 +0000 UTC— — — — — — —
Days later...
Atop a green mountain valley, a small waterfall flowed down like a strip of silvery silk, its soft murmur blending with the sounds of nature.
The stream fed into an ancient lake, dark jade in color, its deep surface rippling under the weight of time. Within the water, fish of all kinds swam gracefully, their colors shimmering like jewels under the sunlight.
On a white rock by the lake, Feng Jin Huang sat with her eyes closed. Her bright, beautiful face reflected in the dark water below, lending an elegant brilliance to the scene. The colorful fish, clear water, silvery waterfall, and lush green valley all existed in perfect harmony.
But the beauty around her was lost on Feng Jin Huang. Her radiant face was clouded by deep gloom.
No matter how hard she tried to calm herself, every time she closed her eyes, the same image flashed from the depths of her mind.
That day atop the mountain... him.
A naked man stood before her, black eyes staring down. She had been on the edge of the cliff, helpless. When she looked up, she saw everything—literally everything. The image had burned itself into her memory, inescapable.
But it wasn't just the sight of him. It was his actions.
The question he had asked her—so shameless. Then he had the audacity to call her a perverted woman?
And then... he kicked her, sending her flying off the cliff. The feeling of his foot connecting with her face, the impact, the humiliation—it was so vivid that she could still feel it even now.
"Forget it. Forget him. Stay calm... stay calm..." she whispered to herself, her breathing growing rapid despite her efforts.
Her chest heaved, her breaths becoming erratic. Shame, anger, and some unknown feelings twisted together inside her, boiling over.
"How could he? How could he do that to me?!" she whispered, eyes snapping open, her hands clenching into fists.
Suddenly, she stood, her phoenix eyes burning with fury.
"You... despicable, shameless man!" she shouted, her voice echoing through the valley.
"Haaaaa!"
"Saying I should be ashamed when I didn't even do anything!"
"That damn Fang Yuan. He stood naked before me... then kicked me off a cliff in such a humiliating way! I swear, I'll make you regret it! I'll make you pay!"
Her fists lashed out, striking the air with raw power.
Bam! Bam! Bam!
Each punch sent shockwaves through the surroundings. The ancient lake evaporated, the green hills scorched and crumbling under the intensity of her rage. Rocks flew, the ground cracked, and the entire valley shook as her frenzied blows ravaged the landscape.
In just a few breaths, the beautiful valley was reduced to ruins.
And yet, Feng Jin Huang did not stop. Her screams tore through the air, her fury an unstoppable force.
(A/N: Never confront a woman in her anger... Actually, just don't confront any woman. It's your loss no matter what happens.)
"Ahhhhhhh!"
"This scoundrel!!!"
"Shameless naked man!"
"Perv! Yes, he's the perv!"
"I swear, I'll make you pay! I'll make you regret everything you've done to me!"
"Damn, damn, damn! I can't calm down. FANG YUAN, I'LL MAKE YOU PAY!"
Feng Jin Huang continued without stopping, the anger in her chest consuming her, driving her beyond all rational thought.
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Hundreds of miles away, a house stood quietly against the sky. Inside, a pair of worried eyes watched the scene unfold.
"Oh, my little Feng'er..." The woman, dressed in white silk with a green belt, had a dignified and elegant air, her features bearing a striking resemblance to Feng Jin Huang's. She was Fairy Bai Qing, a Rank Six Gu Immortal and Feng Jin Huang's mother.
"Stop watching her. You've already looked seven or eight times in the past ten minutes," a man's voice spoke from behind. "The jade sea tide tea I brewed for you is getting cold. Come and sit down."
Feng Jiu Ge sat nearby, sipping tea with a helpless expression.
"Drink, drink, drink—all you care about is drinking tea! Is Feng Jin Huang even your daughter? Aren't you worried about her at all?" Bai Qing turned to face him, her brows furrowed in frustration.
"Our daughter has always been competitive, ever since she was a child," she continued. "Her talent was unmatched in the sect. But the Hu Immortal Inheritance was her first failure... the most important failure of her life. And you, her father, are still in the mood to drink tea?"
Bai Qing's voice trembled as she continued. "She didn't just lose. She was humiliated, trampled on. This will affect her very badly. Maybe she won't be able to marry anymore or, worse, she'll become a man-hater."
The more Fairy Bai Qing spoke, the more her anxiety grew, her eyes gradually reddening with emotion.
Seeing her distress, Feng Jiu Ge immediately rose from his seat, moving to her side and wrapping his arms around her. He gently comforted her, saying, "Don't cry, don't cry, my Qing'er. Isn't your husband still here? Besides, in my opinion, this situation isn't entirely without its benefits."
Bai Qing cast him a doubtful glance. "Oh? What possible good could come from this?"
Feng Jiu Ge sighed softly, his voice steady yet serious. "Feng'er is our pride, but she's also always been our worry. She's too competitive, always pushing herself to be the best."
"Yes, her talent far exceeds even mine, and her comprehension is extraordinary, but what of it? Even if her talent is unmatched, is it greater than all the heroes in the world? Can she really compare to Desolate Ancient Moon?"
He paused, his gaze deepening. "Even Desolate Ancient Moon, Ren Zu's daughter, experienced failure after failure. Feng'er has only ever known victory. She's never tasted true defeat, and that has become her greatest weakness."
"Qing'er," he continued, his tone softening, "you are a Rank Six Gu Immortal, and I am Rank Seven. But even Immortal Venerables and Demon Venerables, with all their power, can only extend their lives. They cannot live forever. We can shield Feng'er for now, but one day, we'll be gone, and she'll have to stand on her own. This setback, as painful as it is, will help her grow."
"Birds must leave the nest to soar. It is only by facing hardship that their wings strengthen enough to conquer the sky. When Feng'er eventually leaves us, we'll know she's truly ready."
Fairy Bai Qing leaned into his chest, wiping her tears away. Her voice softened, though her heart was still heavy. "You're right... Feng'er will leave us one day, and she needs to face more challenges."
"But this was too much. She lost so much this time. The Hu Immortal Inheritance was snatched from her, and to make matters worse, that Immortal Crane Sect boy humiliated her. As her father, don't you feel you must do something?"
Feng Jiu Ge's expression darkened, and a cold gleam flashed in his eyes. "Immortal Crane Sect has indeed gone too far. Even though they've agreed to compensate us and the other eight major sects, how can I tolerate anyone bullying my daughter? I've already sent a letter. If He Feng Yang doesn't act wisely, I'll visit him personally and settle the score."
Fairy Bai Qing's heart eased, knowing her husband had already taken action. But the worry quickly returned as she looked up at him. "Husband, please don't be reckless. Don't stir up more trouble. Remember what happened the last time you clashed with the top ten sects? Immortal Crane Sect was one of those affected. They know your strength, but there's no need to provoke them again."
Feng Jiu Ge chuckled lightly, patting her shoulder reassuringly. "Don't worry. I know what I'm doing. I won't cause unnecessary trouble."
Yet even as he spoke, a dark glint passed through his eyes. "None of the top ten sects in Central Continent are worthy of challenging me," he thought, his heart filled with confidence and silent disdain.
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