Who Said My Wife Is A Demon!

Although Miss Luo’s tone was cold, she actually had a very gentle nature.

Yang Shifei had been silently admiring the young lady’s captivating figure for a while, but all he received was a slightly reproachful look from her.

A sweet, tingling sensation, akin to a youthful infatuation, surged through his heart, bringing with it a peculiar sense of comforting reassurance.

Yang Shifei swallowed, momentarily lost in the atmosphere.

“—It’s done.”

Luo Xian’er’s soft voice broke the silence as her cherry lips parted.

She re-capped the medicine bottle, tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear with her pinky finger. Seeing Yang Shifei’s nervousness, a hint of amusement appeared in her beautiful eyes.

“Are you very nervous, young master?”

“With towering mountains and steep cliffs ahead, who wouldn’t feel a sense of awe?”

“?”

Luo Xian’er tilted her head, her delicate features showing a hint of confusion.

But after a moment’s thought, she couldn’t help but scoff softly, “Young master, you’re being improper.”

Miss Luo covered her chest with a faint, lingering gaze, making Yang Shifei feel a bit ashamed, as if he had sullied something pure and beautiful.

It seemed that ever since last night, his mind had been wandering more easily. Could it be that tasting the tender sweetness of a young girl’s lips had made him a bit too free-spirited?

“Let’s talk about serious matters first.” Yang Shifei quickly cleared his throat and calmly said, “Miss Luo, did Tan Xiang tell you about what happened in the Nine Layers Sect yesterday?”

“…Yes.”

Luo Xian’er nodded slightly, her lips pressed together. “She told me everything in detail and gave me the black jade box.”

Yang Shifei pondered for a moment and then asked tentatively, “Miss Luo, have you ever heard of the so-called ‘Murk’?”

Luo Xian’er remained silent for a long time.

She gave him a deep, inscrutable look, as if trying to analyze and understand.

Yang Shifei met her gaze calmly, without the slightest hint of evasion.

“I have learned of Tan Xiang’s true identity. She is not an ordinary person but a being with a dark aura. Do you know about this, Miss Luo?”

“I have known from the beginning.” Luo Xian’er spoke coldly. “Both Tan Xiang and Mo Li are demons. They followed me to settle in the East City. And you, young master, must have already suspected this.”

“Yes.”

Yang Shifei took a deep breath, understanding this was the moment of revelation.

“On my first night at the Luo Mansion, I witnessed you revealing your true form, Miss Luo.”

Luo Xian’er looked at him with a calm and composed expression. Even though she had already had the answer in her heart, she couldn’t help but ask, “Aren’t you afraid?”

“Yes.” Yang Shifei smiled. “Who wouldn’t be afraid after seeing that? But after spending some time with you all, I realized that you and your maids are quite nice. Even if you truly are demons or monsters, you’re good ones.”

Luo Xian’er lowered her eyelids and sighed softly.

If ordinary people knew they were demons, they would have either fled in terror or spread the news to find someone to “exterminate the demons.”

But this man, he really is… an outright oddball.

“If this matter were to spread, it would surely shock the world.”

“I promise not to reveal your secret.”

“That’s not what I’m talking about,” Luo Xian’er looked at him helplessly. “It’s about you, you’re such a pervert.”

Yang Shifei: “…”

Wait, shouldn’t I be praised for having a discerning eye?

Luo Xian’er sighed, “Even so, do you still want to maintain this engagement?”

“Of course.” Yang Shifei grasped her delicate hand, his expression becoming more serious. “If I wanted to run away, I would have done it the next day.”

Luo Xian’er’s body tensed, and she blinked rapidly, clearly not expecting him to grab her hand.

However, she hesitated for a moment, her lips pursed, and ultimately did not pull away.

“We should continue to interact as usual.”

She quickly looked away, trying to suppress the ripple of emotions in her heart.

Then, calming herself, she turned her gaze back to him, her expression cold. “However, last night you…”

“Ahem,” Yang Shifei looked slightly embarrassed, hesitating as he spoke. “Actually, there’s something I need to confess. Last night, Tan Xiang and I had a bit of an accident in my room…”

But before he could finish, Luo Xian’er shook her head. “You don’t need to explain; I already know.”

Yang Shifei: “…”

“Young master, you’re quite fortunate and very bold.”

Luo Xian’er gave him a sidelong glance, her eyes seeming a bit icy. “Knowing she is my maid, you still took action. Do you realize the consequences of involving yourself with her?”

Yang Shifei’s heart skipped a beat, but he did not retreat. He simply replied calmly, “I understand. But it was not intentional on Tan Xiang’s part; it was because she lost control. If Miss Luo wants to hold someone accountable, you can hold me responsible.”

Luo Xian’er gazed into his eyes, seeing the fatigue etched in his brow, and remained silent for a long while.

Eventually, she silently walked to the medicine cabinet, took out two black pills, and returned with a cold expression.

“Take these before you sleep tonight and tomorrow. They will help calm your mind and relieve fatigue.”

“Miss Luo?”

Yang Shifei looked puzzled. “You’re not angry?”

“I don’t throw tantrums without reason.” Luo Xian’er pulled him to sit beside her and said calmly, “Given the circumstances, I understand. It would be unreasonable to blame you.”

She glanced at him again. “And thank you for saving Tan Xiang. She grew up with me; she’s like family.”

Yang Shifei cleared his throat. “It was just a small effort, no need to thank me.”

This was true, as he really did only use his hands and mouth.

Luo Xian’er looked at his somewhat guilty expression, her lips slightly pursed, and a hint of amusement flickered in her eyes.

He had the boldness and desire, yet retained a youthful innocence and sincerity, which was quite interesting.

At least he didn’t try to deceive me with flowery words.

Luo Xian’er felt somewhat moved, and she couldn’t help but pinch a bit of flesh on Yang Shifei’s arm, giving it a gentle tug.

“Miss Luo?”

Seeing Yang Shifei’s puzzled look, Luo Xian’er’s hand froze momentarily before she retracted it, pretending to be calm as she brushed back her hair. “It’s nothing, I just thought your eyes were a bit dishonest earlier, so I gave you a slight punishment.”

Yang Shifei: “?”

This punishment seems a bit flirtatious?

But seeing the ‘threatening’ look in Luo Xian’er’s eyes, he could only chuckle awkwardly.

“Ahem, there are still many things I don’t understand.”

Yang Shifei deliberately changed the topic for her: “Last night, I first heard about the existence of ‘Murk,’ and there are many things I don’t understand. Could Miss Luo explain?”

“This is a form of ‘evil energy’ that naturally occurs between heaven and earth.”

Luo Xian’er calmed herself down, her tone becoming gentle again. “Its origin is unknown, but it is said to have appeared a thousand years ago, though it is extremely rare. Once tainted by Murk, one inevitably ends up insane and mad.”

“Then what is the connection between you and the Murk?”

“We are ‘anomalies.'” Luo Xian’er pointed to her own forehead and said calmly, “We are born with Murk within us and can absorb this evil energy for our own use. This is somewhat similar to the legends of demons and ghosts passed down among the common people.”

Yang Shifei nodded in realization.

So, Yue Rui might also be one of them.

He looked at his right hand again. If Miss Luo and her kind were born this way, then what about himself?

Having an ordinary body yet being able to absorb the ‘Murk’ of these demons, gaining a powerful physique and exceptional combat abilities in a short time.

“‘Anomalies’ are extremely rare, so you don’t need to worry too much.” Luo Xian’er smoothed her dress and sat down beside him, speaking softly. “There are only a few of us in the world.”

Yang Shifei collected his thoughts and said thoughtfully, “Then is it possible to… use the power of Murk after someone is tainted with it?”

“Impossible.”

Luo Xian’er shook her head firmly. “Even a small trace of Murk causes irreversible damage to the mind and soul, and it is incurable. Just like Xiang Tianlin, despite having nearly the power of a grandmaster, he still went mad and killed his wives and daughter.”

Yang Shifei was slightly surprised. Had Tan Xiang not told Miss Luo about his ‘special physique’?

While pondering this, he furrowed his brows slightly. “Is it possible to store Murk? Like…”

“Like the black jade box you found?”

Luo Xian’er thought and said, “This black jade box is made of ‘Ink Yin Jade.’ This material is mostly used to encase powerful Saint weapons, often made into sword scabbards and knife sheaths. I didn’t expect it to have a certain blocking effect on Murk as well.”

As she spoke, she looked at him calmly. “I understand what you’re worried about, but it’s important to note that Ink Yin Jade is extremely rare and as valuable as the Sacred Martial Stone, making large-scale production impossible. Moreover, the black jade box can only barely block the Murk, not completely seal it. Anyone attempting to use Murk would first suffer its backlash.”

Yang Shifei appeared thoughtful. “How did Xiang Tianlin obtain it?”

Luo Xian’er shook her head helplessly. “Perhaps we can find out once we capture him.”

“That makes sense.”

With a shift in his thoughts, Yang Shifei asked curiously, “Since Murk is so dangerous, does it affect others when you go out?”

“Rest assured,” Luo Xian’er replied softly. “This Murk won’t leave our bodies; it’s essentially part of our flesh and blood. Even if it does leave our bodies, we can minimize its impact.”

Yang Shifei nodded with a smile. “That’s good to hear. It won’t harm innocent people.”

Luo Xian’er’s lips moved slightly, but she ultimately said nothing more.

She had wanted to ask, ‘Aren’t you afraid of dying?’ But she realized that if he were afraid, he wouldn’t have stayed until now.

“Alright, let’s go sit outside for a while.”

“I’ve already sent for a carpenter, and the new bed will be made soon—”

As they walked out of the medicinal room side by side, they both stopped abruptly.

Tan Xiang was standing by the door, quietly watching them. Her gaze finally settled on Yang Shifei’s face, and her expression was very complex.