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The legend of the Poor Scholar encountering a Seductress at an ancient temple during a night of study has spread widely across China. When Pu Songling wrote "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio" to express his long-held feelings of "solitary resentment," he likely never imagined that this book would ignite the imaginations of countless readers and significantly elevate the status of women as otherworldly beings.
Wen Yi had loved watching Hong Kong Horror Films since childhood, particularly drawn to the beautiful female ghosts. Today, he suddenly found an opportunity right before him and, disregarding Fang Lin Kong's warnings, insisted on seeking special services.
The Zao Ge Sect's Chain Hotel was evidently well-managed, with modern management concepts deeply ingrained at all levels. The efficiency was remarkably quick. By the time Wen Yi and his companions returned to their floor, there were already over a dozen women waiting in the hallway. Excited, Wen Yi called for Fang Lin Kong and the others to come to his room, insisting on carefully selecting from among them.
After questioning the frightened hotel guests, Fang Lin Kong learned that there had been some meetings held by the Zao Ge Sect at this hotel recently, with several mid-level elders present, which meant more ghostly attendants were brought along. It seemed that one guest had inadvertently soiled an Exorcism Charm secretly drawn on him by hotel staff, leading to the earlier chaos.
Moreover, the lobby manager had already considered Fang Lin Kong's inquiry a complaint and notified all elders that they would no longer allow malevolent spirits to roam freely.
Wen Yi's room was quite spacious; even with a dozen or more people squeezed inside, it didn't feel cramped at all. Fang Lin Kong, Chen Mingbin, and Ma Jingjie, being spirited youths who had never encountered such sights before, were captivated. The line of beautiful women stood smiling, their figures alluring and their attire revealing. Their ample curves and long legs moved enticingly before them.
The quality of service personnel selected by the Zao Ge Sect was exceptional; although these women were unknown in life, each one possessed model-like standards of beauty, grace, and demeanor. They exuded a youthful vitality that set them apart from ordinary hostesses. If they were placed in any university, they would surely be among the campus beauties.
Wen Yi was grinning from ear to ear, pointing this way and that, his eyes dazzled by the selection.
After a moment of excitement, Fang Lin Kong calmed down. Remembering that he still had things to tidy up in his own room, he bid farewell and stood to leave. As he brushed past the beautiful women, he felt their soft skin under his fingertips—remarkably supple. He thought to himself: "The Zao Ge Sect is truly impressive; these female ghosts have cultivated themselves into tangible forms. Aside from being slightly cold to the touch, they are indistinguishable from ordinary people."
Seeing Fang Lin Kong leave, Chen Mingbin also prepared to rise but was desperately pulled back by Wen Yi. Meanwhile, Ma Jingjie, clearly already entranced by the alluring scene before him, appeared dazed.
Upon exiting Wen Yi's room, Fang Lin Kong encountered another group of beautiful girls approaching him. The leader of this group had short hair styled like needles and an energetic demeanor; she quickly blocked his path.
"Excuse me, sir! Our supervisor mentioned that the previous ladies might have been too mature for your taste. I’ve brought this younger group for you instead. You wouldn’t want to turn us down now!"
Stealing a glance at the new arrivals, Fang Lin Kong noted that these girls looked around thirteen or fourteen years old at most; even the oldest appeared no older than sixteen. Indeed, this batch was significantly younger than the last.
"Hey hey!" Fang Lin Kong chuckled, not yet ready to respond.
The girl leading the group suddenly exclaimed with even more fervor, "If our guests aren't satisfied, we at Zao Ge Sect still have a dozen or so Lolis... and mature ladies in their thirties and forties..."
"Isn't this kind of business for Zao Ge Sect quite profitable? Isn't there anyone to manage you?"
Fang Lin Kong appeared shy as he lowered his head. Just as the short-haired girl was about to approach him to speak, she suddenly felt a tight grip around her neck, her feet lifting off the ground as Fang Lin Kong hoisted her up. The Fang Lin Kong before her was no longer the gentle figure from moments ago; his eyes glinted with cold malice as he said calmly, "Comparatively, I prefer living people over female ghosts. If you don't want to die, get lost!"
The short-haired girl, despite being choked by Fang Lin Kong, showed no signs of panic. She forced a smile and said, "I'm curious why someone like you could see through my disguise."
In that moment of surprise for Fang Lin Kong, the girl's arm twisted in an unimaginable angle, her slender fingers digging into his head.
A sharp surge of energy broke through Fang Lin Kong's protective aura and flooded into his mind. He felt a wave of illusions crashing over him, causing tears and snot to flow freely. In his life, Fang Lin Kong had never felt so humiliated—he was actually brought to tears by a girl.
His Giant Spirit Transformation's protective energy had not yet reached a level of mastery. As a novice practitioner, Fang Lin Kong could not compare to seasoned martial artists who had dedicated their lives to the craft; his reaction to danger was just a moment too slow.
The girl who had struck him felt something was off; she thought to herself, "I've cultivated my Nine Yin Divine Grasp to a considerable level. Logically, I should have crushed his skull and defeated him in one blow. Why does it feel like I've struck something hard? Is there something unusual about this guy?"
Pain is often the most effective catalyst for unlocking potential. With his vital points under attack, dozens of magical artifacts within Fang Lin Kong activated simultaneously, creating layers of colorful protective shields. The short-haired girl found herself thrown back by the sudden surge of power emanating from him. The force was immense; her illusions and deceptive spells shattered one after another, revealing her true form—a stunning woman with silver-white hair and a flowing robe that accentuated her graceful figure. What stood out most were her elegantly arched eyebrows that resembled crescent moons, tinged with a faint green hue that made her unforgettable.
Fang Lin Kong rubbed his head vigorously. Although he felt as if his head might split open, he found no blood or holes on his scalp, which eased some of his anger. He pointed at the revealed woman and shouted, "Who are you? Why are you trying to ambush me? And why did you release an Evil Spirit to scare us right from the start?"
Though shaken by the force of Fang Lin Kong's protective artifacts that sent her tumbling away, she twisted gracefully in mid-air and effortlessly dissipated the impact, floating just inches above the concrete floor. Her expression shifted from slight alarm to an indescribable allure as she smiled softly and replied, "I am one of the elders of Zao Ge Sect, called Green Brow. I knew you had just arrived; out of curiosity, I wanted to play a little joke on you for some amusement. The disciples here followed my instructions closely. Those female ghosts who were with your friend earlier were my carefully crafted Yin Women; by now, your three friends are likely on the brink of death."
Fang Lin Kong's heart sank in shock as he retorted angrily, "We've never met before; why are you causing us trouble?"
Green Brow raised her chin proudly, her chest appearing even more robust and enticingly mature beneath her clothing, leaving Fang Lin Kong both captivated and alarmed.
However, the words spoken by Green Brow greatly displeased Fang Lin Kong.
"Do I need a reason to play with whoever I want? But I am quite curious, how did you figure out that something was wrong with me?"
Fang Lin Kong felt a mix of anger and cunning as he chuckled slyly. With a wave of his hand, six flames erupted around Green Brow, which Fang Lin Kong then collected into his grasp.
"You think the Solar Pearl is that easy to obtain? I made some modifications on it. Just now, when I sensed that you had taken my treasure, I realized something was off about you."
Green Brow was initially taken aback, then felt a tinge of embarrassment and annoyance. Earlier, she had taken the Solar Pearl that Fang Lin Kong used for setting up formations while he was away. The spiritual energy attached to the Solar Pearl was quite thin, making it easy for her to disperse the energy Fang Lin Kong had infused into it.
However, as soon as Fang Lin Kong summoned back the Solar Pearl, Green Brow realized she had been tricked. Fang Lin Kong knew well that his own abilities were insufficient to condense powerful spiritual energy onto a magical artifact and form an inseparable mental connection. Therefore, after infusing a layer of spiritual energy, he added a layer of concealment to mask it, and then infused another layer of energy on top. When Green Brow dispersed the outer layer of energy, she overlooked the concealment on the Solar Pearl, resulting in its loss once again.
There were significant issues within the Zao Ge Sect that needed urgent resolution, prompting all six elders to attend this meeting. The hotel, being an asset of the Zao Ge Sect, had been temporarily closed off to only accommodate internal personnel. However, due to some unexpected incidents, the internal affairs of the Zao Ge Sect were now in chaos, with many matters left unattended and disorder reigning everywhere. They had issued a guest-repelling spell to refuse outside visitors, and only Fang Lin Kong and his group would dare intrude into this hotel. Ordinary travelers would feel uneasy upon entering and would instinctively steer clear. While regular practitioners could suppress their minds and remain unaffected by the guest-repelling spell, the imposing aura of the Zao Ge Sect naturally discouraged anyone from seeking trouble.
Aside from that earlier guest who had strong intuition and was unaffected by the repelling magic—only to be scared off by a female ghost—Fang Lin Kong's group was the only one staying here.
Although Green Brow had been put in a difficult position by Fang Lin Kong twice in succession, she quickly regained her composure.
While the Solar Pearl was a treasure of Liexiezi, Green Brow held no greed for it. She was simply intrigued by Fang Lin Kong and his companions. When she revealed her name as Green Brow earlier, Fang Lin Kong appeared completely oblivious and not at all surprised, clearly indicating he was a novice just starting out. However, aside from Wen Yi, Ma Jingjie, and Chen Mingbin, Fang Lin Kong's strong spiritual energy already placed him at the level of an elite practitioner. This stark contrast would pique anyone's interest.
Green Brow assessed the dozens of protective shields surrounding Fang Lin Kong and smiled lightly as she said, "You are indeed much more entertaining than your friends. With so many magical artifacts on you, it's clear your master has showered you with affection. If you were to trade them in the black market of Psycho Weapon, I guarantee you would make a fortune and step into the ranks of the wealthy."
Fang Lin Kong genuinely worried about Wen Yi and the others and was eager to return to warn them. However, facing someone as enigmatic and mysterious as Confronted Green Brow left him too preoccupied to think about escaping or calling for help.
In response to Confronted Green Brow's teasing remarks, Fang Lin Kong had no intention of engaging further; he simply asked, "What will it take for you to let us go? Don't mention any unreasonable conditions; I won't agree."
Green Brow chuckled mischievously and replied, "There's a unique spiritual energy in your ceremonial gestures; if my eyes don't deceive me, it should be an examination notice for Demon Hunters. You four are candidates for this year's exam, right?"
Fang Lin Kong was slightly taken aback, unsure of what the other party wanted to say, as the topic had suddenly shifted in this direction. However, there was no need to lie about such matters, so Fang Lin Kong nodded in acknowledgment and said, "That's right! We were just transferring in Beijing; how could we know we chose the wrong hotel?"
Green Brow flicked her sleeve, and the girls who had appeared with her transformed into wisps of smoke that slipped into her garment. Retrieving her summoned Yin Woman, Green Brow bent her long, beautiful legs slightly and stepped onto the ground. Before leaving, she glanced back at Fang Lin Kong and said, "I will also be going to the Demon Hunter Examination Venue in Europe this time, but as the chief examiner. I hope you can earn a score under my supervision! I was quite dissatisfied with your performance this time!"
Fang Lin Kong felt frustrated after being toyed with, but given Green Brow's status, he couldn't afford to offend her. Having made enemies with the International Demon Alliance after killing Lagus Ting of the Tartarus clan, he knew that only by obtaining the qualifications of a Demon Hunter and gaining protection from a Demon Hunting Team could he feel somewhat secure. The Chinese Taoist Sect was generally more lenient; even if Fang Lin Kong joined Kunlun, it wouldn't provide much help. This left him feeling helpless. In a country where foreign affairs caused an uproar while the deaths of several locals were ignored, even the cultivation organizations had picked up some worldly habits.
Just as Green Brow's figure was about to vanish, a charming voice suddenly called out. Green Brow said, "Although skill and experience are very important, in modern society, technology is advanced, and the use of various tools is also a crucial aspect of personal capability. I think you still lack many necessary pieces of equipment; why not take a look here and purchase some essential spiritual tools? Here! Take this business card; go to the address on it and mention that I referred you for a twenty percent discount!"
Watching Green Brow leave, Fang Lin Kong hurried back to Wen Yi's room. As he pushed open the door, a chilling wind greeted him. Wen Yi, Chen Mingbin, and Ma Jingjie lay naked on the floor, unconscious and covered in various scribbles. It seemed that Wen Yi had fallen from the bed; his lower body still rested on it while his thick thighs were awkwardly spread apart. His little brother was inexplicably standing straight up as if drawn by an eyebrow pencil in an elegant cursive script that read "A River Flows Eastward."
On Chen Mingbin's body were chaotic markings resembling a game board; judging by the placement of the pieces, it appeared to be Go rather than chess. Ma Jingjie was somewhat luckier; he bore a strikingly grotesque painting in the style of Hungarian academic realism—a skinned rabbit vividly depicted across his chest and abdomen. The bloodied scene captured the rabbit's agonizing struggle for life after being skinned, showcasing an impressive level of artistry.
Fang Lin Kong felt an urge to go mad with anger. Although half of this situation was due to Wen Yi and his friends' own recklessness, how could he swallow his pride knowing that his friends had been humiliated like this? Fang Lin Kong's nature was three parts stubbornness and seven parts competitiveness; he had never known how to write "fear" and was unwilling to admit defeat.
"Six Yang Fire Pearls, transform warmth to dispel cold! Disperse!"
Six fiery pearls radiated warmth as they gradually dispersed the chill within the room. Although Wen Yi and his companions had lost some spiritual energy due to the Yin Woman's absorption, Green Brow had shown some mercy and did not drain them to the point of being unable to recover their vitality; their physical foundations remained intact.
Realizing this, Fang Lin Kong finally breathed a sigh of relief. Although it would take some time for them to recuperate, it was far better than losing all their energy. He performed a soul-recalling spell and touched each of their foreheads with a finger. After activating his true energy, Wen Yi and the others slowly awakened. Upon seeing Fang Lin Kong's grim expression, they dared not argue; they quickly dressed while trying to regulate their spiritual energy in hopes of recovering as soon as possible.
(To be continued)
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