The Empress Chose My Bride, and Now I’m Stuck with a Yandere at -9999 Affection - Chapter 53:

Chapter 53: You Don’t Want to Be Taken by the Demonic Sect, Right?:

As the woman in green finished speaking, Nangong Liuyun slightly furrowed her brow and said, “Second Senior Sister, there’s no such thing as a little lover. You must have misheard.” 

The woman laughed lightly, “Oh? Did I mishear, or is it that little Junior Sister you don’t want me to find out about? You were so arrogant when you hung up on my communication jade. Looks like your cultivation has improved recently, and you’re more confident now. How about a spar? As your Senior Sister, it’s time I properly instructed you.” 

Nangong Liuyun said coldly, “Second Senior Sister, you’re still as unreasonable as ever. In that case, I’ll have to calm you down.”

In the next moment, the space above the mountain range began to shatter. 

Two figures exchanged sword strikes as fast as lightning, and with every clash, the surrounding space collapsed. 

The powerful demonic beasts below fled in panic, terrified of being caught in the battle.

Under the dark night, Xia Xiaoyu flew toward the outskirts of the Imperial City, holding Jiang Xuan tightly. 

As a 9th stage Martial King Realm cultivator, Xia Xiaoyu was capable of flight, but she hadn’t fully mastered her power yet, so her speed was a bit slower. Very soon, the group of black-clothed pursuers caught up.

At that moment, Xia Xiaoyu’s golden eyes were tinged with crimson. A pair of black-and-red wings unfolded behind her. With a gentle flap, she and Jiang Xuan vanished from sight, leaving the black-clothed men stunned.

One of them turned to Mo Qing and said, “Young Sect Master, that woman’s move was strange. It seemed like she used some kind of forbidden technique. Otherwise, it would be impossible to shake us off so easily.” 

Another man added, “Young Sect Master, should we continue the pursuit? We can only vaguely track their escape direction now.” 

Mo Qing said coldly, “Continue. That kind of forbidden move can’t be used many times. We have a Martial Emperor among us; are you telling me we can’t catch a mere Martial King? No matter what, I must bring that boy back to the Charm Demon Sect.”

Just as she finished speaking, several figures appeared before Mo Qing’s group. 

A clear, commanding voice rang out, “Oh? A boy interesting enough to attract the Charm Demon Sect. This emperor would like to learn more. Care to explain?” 

A hot-tempered elder from the Charm Demon Sect immediately shouted, “Insolence! We from the Charm Demon Sect have no need to explain our actions to anyone!” 

However, as soon as he finished, a flash of purple sword qi slashed through the air, severing the elder’s arm. “This emperor has no intention of entangling with you. If you don’t cooperate, I’ll have your Sect Master come and collect your corpses.”

Seeing their 3rd stage Martial Emperor Realm elder lose an arm so easily, Mo Qing was stunned. How had they suddenly kicked such a hard steel plate?

…

(In a hidden cave outside the Imperial City)

Xia Xiaoyu gently set Jiang Xuan down and leaned close to his ear, whispering, “Brother Xuan, I helped you escape from the Demonic Sect again. Don’t you think you should repay me with your body?” 

Jiang Xuan said helplessly, “Xiaoyu, are you hurt? You suddenly consumed a lot of spiritual energy back there; your aura seems unstable.” 

Xia Xiaoyu teased, “Oh? Brother Xuan is worried about me? It seems my two heroic rescues have paid off. Brother Xuan is starting to care about me. Looks like I’ve totally won.”

“Xiaoyu, stop joking. Tell me seriously, what’s your condition? If you can’t hold out, let me handle things.” As Jiang Xuan spoke, he was also mentally pleading with his system, “System, if it really comes down to it, you have to help me. I still trust you.” 

[Scanning System: Host, this system is purely an auxiliary one with no combat capabilities.]

Outwardly, just as Jiang Xuan finished speaking, Xia Xiaoyu frowned slightly. “Brother Xuan, are you looking down on me? Women should never admit defeat. Once I recover my spiritual energy, I’ll go back and deal with them. The only reason I retreated was because you were with me. Otherwise, those few wouldn’t be able to do anything to me.”

As she spoke, she suddenly placed her hand on Jiang Xuan’s chest. “And by the way, Brother Xuan, you admitted the other me is stronger? If she were that capable, she would be here protecting you, not me.” 

Jiang Xuan said awkwardly, “Ah… she didn’t mean it in terms of strength… but… fundamentally, I was complimenting you, Xiaoyu…”

“I don’t care. Looks like Brother Xuan needs to be reminded of how strong I am!” 

Hearing her words, Jiang Xuan was completely stunned. 

Internally, he cried out, [Of all times, she’s still thinking about that! And Xiaoyu is constantly competing with herself. Yet the one suffering is me—this is too much! How did I end up becoming a part of her game without even realizing it!]

On the surface, Jiang Xuan tried to remain calm and said, “Xiaoyu, right now we’re being hunted by the Demonic Sect. I think you should prioritize the bigger picture. Hurry up and recover your spiritual energy. If we’re found again, you’re my only hope. Focus on recovery. I’ll continue my cultivation too. Sigh, if only I had one or two years to train properly, I wouldn’t be in such a passive position.”

Hearing his words, Xia Xiaoyu froze slightly, then a sly glint flashed in her eyes. “Brother Xuan, I understand your meaning. Given our situation, there’s only one solution.” 

Jiang Xuan asked curiously, “Oh? Xiaoyu, you’ve got an idea? What is it?” Xia Xiaoyu leaned in closer and said with a mischievous smile, “Brother Xuan, I need you to help me cultivate.”

Jiang Xuan was stunned, “???” 

He said, “Xiaoyu, you must be joking. I’m just a weak Martial Apprentice Realm cultivator. How can I help you cultivate?” 

Xia Xiaoyu responded confidently, “Of course you can. I actually noticed before that you have a special physique. With your help, in a relaxed and happy state, I can recover spiritual energy very quickly. Once I’m fully restored, I’ll be able to take on those Demonic Sect experts. You just have to cooperate like you did last night. Brother Xuan, you don’t want to fall into the Demonic Sect’s hands, right?”

As she finished speaking, her hands started to roam boldly. “Brother Xuan, I’m doing this for your protection. You understand, right?” 

Jiang Xuan, “!!!”