“Bai Feng, I’ll always keep a spot for you by my side. If you want to see me, just come to the Shengxin Sect~ I’ll be waiting…”

Before she could finish, a blade of sword energy appeared beside her, swiftly aiming for her neck.

But in the next moment, Qiuer vanished after being struck by the sword energy, leaving only a deep gash on the ground.

“She actually got away.” Bai Tianyou landed next to Bai Feng, his expression frightening. “Afu, go investigate. I want to know how this demoness infiltrated the Bai family!”

“Yes, sir.”

The butler who accompanied him nodded quickly and then disappeared.

“Feng’er, are you alright?”

He turned to Bai Feng, who was shielded by the sword energy, and his murderous intent dissipated instantly.

“I’m fine. Luckily, I’m a bit more skilled and know a thing or two about formations.”

Bai Feng dispersed the sword energy, patting his chest with lingering fear. He never expected someone would intrude into the Bai family, so he had been lazy and hadn’t set up any formations in his room. Otherwise, he would have definitely arranged several defensive formations to ensure the demoness couldn’t get in.

At the same time, he reflected on whether he had been overly confident in the Bai family’s reputation and security: “Dad, we need to strengthen our security.”

“Isn’t it because your place is too remote?” Bai Tianyou, seeing that Bai Feng was unharmed, returned to his usual demeanor. “From today on, you’re moving next door to me.”

“Oh.”

Bai Feng was a bit reluctant but didn’t oppose it. After all, he knew which was more important: his drawings or his life.

After a moment, Afu returned to Bai Tianyou’s side. “Sir, I’ve found out that this demoness is the Hundred-Faced Saintess of the Shengxin Sect. She arrived in Qinghong City over a year ago and has even taken control of Qiufeng Tower.”

“Turns out it’s the Hundred-Faced Saintess…”

Bai Tianyou felt a bit troubled. This person wasn’t particularly strong in combat, but her cultivation technique was quite bizarre; she could not only change her appearance but also read the memories of those she replaced.

He turned to Bai Feng: “What did you do to provoke her?”

“Uh, she took an interest in my drawings. She said she wanted to take me to see even more beautiful sights.”

Bai Feng felt a mix of embarrassment and anger—what was up with this demoness? Instead of pursuing handsome men in the real world, throwing lavish parties, she came to look at my drawings?

And as if that wasn’t enough, she wanted to take me away?

Were the handsome men in reality not enough for these demonesses?

Bai Tianyou didn’t know whether to be angry or amused. “I told you not to draw that kind of stuff. Look, now you’ve caught the attention of a demoness!”

“Who knew a demoness would come to look at my art instead of going after real people?” Bai Feng muttered under his breath.

Bai Tianyou smirked slightly. “Who says she’s not going after real people? Isn’t she coming after you now?”

Even though his son had nearly been targeted by a demoness, Bai Tianyou felt a strange sense of pride. After all, not everyone could attract the attention of a demoness. What did that say? His son wasn’t useless!

Bai Feng: “…”

What kind of father did he end up with?

Although nothing happened this time, there was no guarantee that, given the nature of a demoness, she would easily let this go.

And the Bai family couldn’t remain on high alert forever; after all, there’s no such thing as a thousand-day thief. If one day they let their guard down, he might not be able to escape as easily as he did today.

But where would be safer?

‘Do I really have to join the Tianjian Sect?’

As a colossal force in the Northern Region and the leader of the righteous path, the Tianjian Sect had extensive experience dealing with demonic forces. If one were to provoke a demon, the safest place to go would undoubtedly be the Tianjian Sect.

Bai Feng’s expression was conflicted; it felt like choosing a less foul pit in a latrine filled with excrement.

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**Chapter 18: Now Everyone Looks Like a Demoness to Me**

“Too many troubles have arisen lately. Is the system finally kicking in?”

Bai Feng couldn’t help but grumble about the series of events that had unfolded recently.

【Ding! This system will not interfere with the host’s affairs. Please do not attribute your actions to the system.】

Bai Feng: “…”

Suppressing the urge to retort, he had to reconsider joining the Tianjian Sect now that his life was under threat.

First of all, his desire to join the Tianjian Sect wasn’t merely to avoid the Child of Destiny; avoiding the Child of Destiny was a means to an end, and his ultimate goal had always been to live a long life.

Now that his current situation began to conflict with that goal, he had to change his circumstances.

Moreover, with a strange Child of Destiny potentially coming to stay at the Bai family for a few days, the thought of dealing with a new Child of Destiny gave him a headache. Thus, joining the Tianjian Sect became a more acceptable option.

After all, the Tianjian Sect had two Children of Destiny he knew and had a good relationship with. With their support, he could continue to slack off at the Tianjian Sect.

With that in mind, Bai Feng sought out Bai Tianyou, who was still busy, and expressed his intentions:

“Dad, I want to go to the Tianjian Sect. Let’s keep this under wraps. It’d be best if you arranged a decoy for me at the Bai family while I sneak away.”

Bai Tianyou: “?”

Is it really necessary? It’s just that the Hundred-Faced Saintess from the Shengxin Sect has taken an interest in you, right? There’s no need to sneak off to the Tianjian Sect, is there? Or do you think the Bai family can’t protect you anymore?

And weren’t you the one who didn’t want to go before?

Bai Tianyou hadn’t expected that a demoness would provoke such a strong reaction in his son that he would want to go to the Tianjian Sect.

If it weren’t for the demoness’s intentions toward his son, he would almost want to thank her in person.

Bai Tianyou waved his hand. “No need. In a few days, I’ll take you there myself.”

But Bai Feng shook his head. “No way. I’ve developed PTSD from that demoness. Now, everyone looks like a demoness to me.”

Bai Tianyou: “…”

Do I look like a demoness to you?

In the end, Bai Tianyou sighed. After all, he only had this one son.

Going to the Tianjian Sect would also allow him to thoroughly investigate this matter.

“Alright, I’ll prepare a carriage for you shortly, and the Grand Elder will accompany you.”

“No way, a carriage is too conspicuous. I’ll go on foot with the Grand Elder!”

“…”

As my son, can you not be so cowardly?

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Outside Qinghong City.

In a dense forest, a dark figure suddenly descended from the sky.

A gruesome blood mark marred her once smooth and beautiful back, making her look exceptionally terrifying.

This person was none other than the Hundred-Faced Saintess, also known as Qiuer. Clearly, although she had escaped the Bai family, it hadn’t come without a cost.

In her hand, a golden talisman turned to black ash and dissipated. A hint of seriousness crept into her alluring gaze: “As expected of the Bai family’s war god; their strikes are truly ruthless.”

Taking out a pill, she opened her rosy lips and swallowed it.

Gently stroking the gruesome wound on her back, it quickly began to heal, expelling the sword energy that had lingered there.

The Hundred-Faced Saintess donned a long robe trimmed with gold, and the moment she put it on, her entire demeanor transformed, resembling a shrewd female merchant.

“Still need a few more subordinates.” She turned to look behind her, where a merchant caravan was passing by on the distant road. “Hmm~ that’ll do.”

She wasn’t about to give up so easily; she planned to re-enter Qinghong City.

Although Qinghong City was likely under lockdown now, she was the Hundred-Faced Saintess, and she thrived on such thrilling endeavors. The Bai family probably didn’t expect her to dare return, did they?

Not only this time, but she also enjoyed returning to the “scene of the crime” to observe, while those present had no idea of her identity, even discussing her in her presence. That feeling was utterly irresistible.

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“Xiao Feng, do we really need to rush so much?”

An old man seemed to walk slowly, yet no matter how fast the young man ahead moved, he could easily keep up.

“Second Grandpa, you don’t understand. The way that demoness looked at me was terrifying; it was as if she was determined to have me, like I was a dish on her plate.” Bai Feng shook his head, even quickening his pace. “I feel like she won’t give up easily. She might be watching the Bai family’s entrance right now!”

“You’re overthinking it.” The old man chuckled. “Forget it, you’re moving too slowly. How long will it take to reach the Tianjian Sect? Come here, I’ll take you.”

“Uh…” Bai Feng stopped, glancing around before quietly asking, “Second Grandpa, do you make a lot of noise when you run? If so, let’s walk a bit further first, and then fly once we’re out of Qinghong City’s range!”