The Empress Chose My Bride, and Now I’m Stuck with a Yandere at -9999 Affection - Chapter 64:

Chapter 64: The Clash Between the Film King and Queen

While Jiang Xuan was surrounded by demonic beasts, Qing Qi, hiding in the shadows, wore a puzzled expression. 

[Strange, where did that second beast come from? I have no memory of arranging it. For Young Master Jiang, a 9th stage Martial Apprentice Realm cultivator, to face two Peak 9th stage Earth Martial Realm beasts, isn’t this too much? But with his monstrous cultivation talent, perhaps his combat strength is equally monstrous. I’ll observe first. When he can no longer dodge the attacks, I’ll step in to block the fatal blow. At that moment, when I ‘weakly’ express my feelings, he will surely be deeply moved.]

At this moment, Jiang Xuan concentrated all the spiritual energy he had compressed to the extreme into his legs. Facing the attack of two Peak 9th stage Earth Martial Realm beasts, he moved with an odd but agile footwork, continuously dodging. For a time, he actually avoided all of their attacks.

In the shadows, Qing Qi was dumbfounded. “Seriously, how am I supposed to make an entrance like this? Give me a chance to step in!”

Finally, the Parasitic Spider hiding inside the Wind Demon Evil Tiger could no longer bear it. It secretly shot venom-laced silk threads toward Jiang Xuan. However, Jiang Xuan noticed it and leapt into the air to dodge, only to find the Wind Demon Evil Tiger’s giant claw coming at him.

Seeing the combination attack, Jiang Xuan was stunned. In midair, knowing he couldn’t dodge the claw, Jiang Xuan immediately concentrated all his spiritual energy into his fist, ready to fight back. Just then, a figure suddenly appeared in front of him. Seeing that it was Qing Qi, Jiang Xuan felt a burst of joy. [Good, good, good, Xiao Qi finally stepped out. I thought she was planning to wait until I was seriously injured to act. Turns out she has some conscience. I didn’t treat this sworn sister in vain. Looks like all those delicious meals I cooked for her paid off. Quick! Come save me, heroine. I’ve been waiting for you. Later I’ll act surprised and moved!]

On the surface, Jiang Xuan put on an expression of shock and said, “Xiao Qi, you—” Before he could finish, the Wind Demon Evil Tiger’s giant claw swatted Qing Qi away, along with Jiang Xuan, sending them flying.

Jiang Xuan, “???”

Even after they landed, Jiang Xuan was still confused. [What scene is this? Why wasn’t I told in advance? What happened to the promised heroine-saving-the-hero moment? Am I doing it wrong? How can a Half-Step Martial King get swatted away by an Earth Martial Realm beast?]

On the surface, Jiang Xuan hurriedly helped Qing Qi up, acting flustered. “Xiao Qi, are you alright? You shouldn’t have blocked that attack for me. Why are you so foolish?” As he spoke, he checked Qing Qi’s condition.

Although Jiang Xuan knew very well that a mere Peak 9th stage Earth Martial Realm beast couldn’t hurt Qing Qi, he still needed to play along with the big shot. However, what Jiang Xuan saw next stunned him.

Qing Qi’s blue robes were stained red, her face pale, and blood trickled from the corner of her mouth. Yet, with his medical expertise, Jiang Xuan immediately saw that the blood wasn’t hers, and her pale complexion was due to some herbal concoction.

Seeing Qing Qi’s dedication to acting, Jiang Xuan silently complained, [Seriously, I get it now. Xiao Qi, instead of going for a straightforward rescue, you’re staging a tragic love story in front of me! This… it’s hard to comment… fine, since you’ve gone to all this trouble, I’ll cooperate.]

On the surface, Jiang Xuan’s pupils shrank slightly, panic in his eyes, his voice trembling. “Xiao Qi, how did you get so badly hurt? Hold on, I’ll heal you…”

Saying that, Jiang Xuan took out bandages from his storage ring. With maxed-out medical skills, carrying bandages was only natural, right?

At this moment, Qing Qi grabbed Jiang Xuan’s hand. “Big Brother, don’t worry about me. As long as you’re safe, it’s fine. It’s my fault for being late… luckily, you’re unharmed…”

“Xiao Qi, don’t talk. Let me treat your wounds…”

“No, I’m afraid if I don’t say this now, I might not get another chance… Big Brother, please listen to me…”

“This… no, you need to rest first. You can tell me once you’re better. Let me check your injuries first…”

Of course, Qing Qi knew she wasn’t injured. Letting Jiang Xuan examine her was impossible. Healing wasn’t necessary either. In this rare atmosphere, she had to capture Jiang Xuan’s heart fully—that was what mattered most. Noticing Jiang Xuan’s panicked expression, she inwardly rejoiced, [Hmph, men… always easy to control.]

Qing Qi, appearing weak, pleaded, “Big Brother, I’ve always been obedient to you these days. Let me be willful just this once. Can you listen to me?”

Jiang Xuan, “…”

Inwardly, Jiang Xuan sighed, [What amazing acting skills. If I didn’t know she wasn’t hurt, I’d be moved to tears right now.]

On the surface, Jiang Xuan’s eyes reddened, gripping Qing Qi’s hand tightly. “Alright, I’ll listen to you, but you have to promise to hold on. I will definitely save you.”

At this moment, Qing Qi handed Jiang Xuan a wooden sword. “Big Brother, when I went back to find you, all I found was this wooden sword. I searched everywhere near the cabin but couldn’t find you. Later, when I came here, I saw you in danger. Luckily, I arrived in time; otherwise, I would regret it forever… Big Brother, meeting you is the luckiest thing in my life. I… I know my own injuries… I might not make it… can you grant me one wish?”

As Qing Qi finished speaking, Jiang Xuan’s heart was moved, and tears streamed down his face. “Xiao Qi, no matter what it is, I promise you. I won’t let you leave me like this. I promised to become stronger and help you find your parents.”

Inwardly, Jiang Xuan thought, [It’s over. Xiao Qi really is staging a tragic scene. She’s about to go for the kill. In this situation, I have no reason to refuse. Whatever she asks, I’ll have to agree. This is too well-played!]

“Big Brother… I’ve always known how good you are… actually… I… I don’t want to be your sworn sister… compared to that, I want to be…”

Before Qing Qi could finish, a beast’s roar interrupted them, shattering the atmosphere completely. Jiang Xuan looked up and saw the two Peak 9th stage Earth Martial Realm beasts fighting. The Red Armored Earth Dragon, despite its superior strength, now lay lifeless on the ground.

Jiang Xuan could guess the reason. After all, the Wind Demon Evil Tiger had the poisonous Parasitic Spider within it.

Thanks to the Wind Demon Evil Tiger’s roar, the situation reversed. As the Wind Demon Evil Tiger approached them, Jiang Xuan took the wooden sword from Qing Qi’s hand.

“Xiao Qi, let’s talk later. Rest first. That beast dared hurt you. I’ll slaughter it and make stew for you.”

Qing Qi, “???”

At this moment, Qing Qi was utterly stunned. She had laid out the perfect plan. Everything was under her control, and just when she was about to finish, a random beast ruined it.

Suppressing her fury, Qing Qi maintained her weak appearance and said, “Big Brother, that beast looks terrifying. You should run. Don’t worry about me…”

“Impossible. This beast has been chasing me for half the day and even injured you. I won’t run anymore. Xiao Qi, wait for me a moment.”

After saying that, Jiang Xuan gently settled Qing Qi down, then, wooden sword in hand, walked toward the approaching Wind Demon Evil Tiger.

At the same time, Jiang Xuan spoke in his mind, “System, open your eyes wide and watch closely. See just how strong your host has become!”

[Scanning System: …]