SWNOVELXO Chapter 18
Chapter 18: Qin Yang’s Senior Sister, Yun Shuya:
Wei Qi smiled faintly and turned his gaze to Qin Yang.
“Qin Yang, your master Yun Zhan has told me of your exceptional talent. In today’s Hundred Sect Assembly, do not disappoint me.”
Upon hearing this, the gathered prodigies couldn’t help but feel envious.
Why him? Although Qin Yang was indeed gifted, how had he gained the favor of the esteemed Grand Commander?
Could it be that the Grand Commander intended to recruit Qin Yang into the Dragon Gate Guards?
If that were true, it would be an unprecedented leap in status for Qin Yang, akin to ascending to the heavens in a single step.
Qin Yang’s face blossomed into a smile, like a flower in full bloom. It seemed his master and Lord Wei did have some connections after all. After all, the White Cloud Sect alone did not have enough influence to command Lord Wei’s presence.
And yet, today, Lord Wei had personally arrived.
“What a lively event! It seems I’ve arrived at just the right time.”
At the sound of the voice, everyone turned their heads, and a wave of fear washed over them, cold sweat forming on their brows.
Shen Yuan had changed into his official robes—a blue robe embroidered with an intricate pattern resembling an exotic lotus-like eye. Behind him, a group of attendants dressed in robes bearing the same emblem followed closely.
It was the Shen family’s clan insignia.
The rhythmic tap of his metal cane against the stone pavement echoed, but to the prodigies present, it felt as if it was striking their hearts instead.
“B-bowing to the Prime Minister!”
Someone finally reacted and hurriedly greeted Shen Yuan.
Everyone present was well aware of the Prime Minister’s ruthlessness. Rumor had it that Qin Yang had once been in love with a woman from the Shen family, but Shen Yuan had cruelly gouged out her eyes.
And that woman was said to be Shen Yuan’s own cousin.
Such ruthless actions sent chills down their spines.
These so-called prodigies might be revered in the martial world, but in Northern Qi, if Shen Yuan wished, he could crush not only them but also their sects as easily as squashing an ant.
“No need for such formalities,” Shen Yuan said with a calm, reassuring smile. “I’ve heard that the White Cloud Sect is hosting the Hundred Sect Assembly today, so I came to see which talents will take the stage.”
“If anyone proves exceptionally gifted, I wouldn’t mind bringing them into the Shen family for cultivation.”
Hearing this, the fear in the hearts of the prodigies was quickly replaced by greed.
Joining the Shen family would be like leaning against a towering tree—an instant rise in status and power.
However, some of them hesitated.
Would joining the Shen family truly be the best choice? After all, Shen Yuan had mercilessly gouged out his own cousin’s eyes…
As outsiders joining the Shen family, what fate would await them?
Qin Yang’s expression darkened. He had not expected the Prime Minister to visit the White Cloud Sect personally, nor did he know his true purpose.
Shen Yuan, meanwhile, observed Qin Yang with amusement.
What an interesting gaze… Did Qin Yang actually think he could be a threat to him?
If it weren’t for the protagonist’s halo and the heavens protecting him, Shen Yuan would have killed him countless times over.
“Prime Minister, your arrival is an honor. I apologize for not welcoming you sooner,” Qin Yang said, forcing a smile.
“No need,” Shen Yuan said with a faint smile as he slowly approached Qin Yang. “But I suppose you’re quite regretful that you couldn’t obtain my clan’s Thousand Illusion Spirit Eye, aren’t you?”
Thousand Illusion Spirit Eye?
The gathered prodigies exchanged knowing glances.
Could it be that Qin Yang’s true intention in pursuing Shen Xiao’er was to obtain her spirit eye?
“Prime Minister, you’ve misunderstood me. My love for Xiao’er is sincere and has nothing to do with her spirit eye!”
“Oh? Then why, after I took her eyes and offered her to you in marriage, did you refuse to accept her?”
The expressions of the prodigies shifted.
Especially among the female cultivators, their gazes became complex.
Women were naturally sensitive, and they had believed Shen Yuan to be the villain who had cruelly interfered with a loving couple out of jealousy. Unable to break them apart, he had resorted to the brutal act of taking Xiao’er’s eyes.
But now, the situation seemed far more complicated.
If Qin Yang truly loved Shen Xiao’er, would her eyes matter so much?
Judging by the Prime Minister’s words, it seemed he had been willing to let Xiao’er marry Qin Yang—only after retrieving the spirit eye.
Qin Yang noticed the subtle change in the way the prodigies were looking at him, but he didn’t know how to explain himself.
Whether their impression of him changed or not was of little concern to Shen Yuan. Planting the seed of doubt was enough for now.
A female voice rang out, laced with sarcasm.
“Prime Minister, you are indeed eloquent. I must admit, I am impressed. But I’ve heard that Shen Xiao’er is your cousin, and yet you had no qualms about harming her. It seems you are truly ruthless when it comes to your family’s interests.”
Shen Yuan turned his gaze and saw a white-robed woman, her delicate face flushed with anger.
Her long black hair cascaded like a waterfall, and her white robes were as pure as snow, giving her an ethereal appearance.
He recognized her—Yun Shuya, Qin Yang’s senior sister.
She was the kind of foolish woman who had eyes only for Qin Yang. In the later stages, she even helped him build a harem, playing matchmaker for him and Shen Xiao’er.
In Shen Yuan’s opinion, she was the epitome of foolishness.
This was a world of cultivation, not a romance drama. Strength ruled supreme.
The White Cloud Sect had painstakingly nurtured Qin Yang, yet instead of securing him as their sole asset, she was eager to share him with other women.
It was like investing years in grooming a superstar, only to have him endorse a rival company’s products—and hoping for a long-term partnership.
It would take a decade of brain fog to write such a foolish plot.
And now, seeing Qin Yang under pressure, Yun Shuya had predictably stepped in to defend him.
She paid no attention to the disparity in status between herself and Shen Yuan.
Did she not realize that if she offended him, the White Cloud Sect would face dire consequences?
Shen Yuan sneered.
“Indeed, I had Xiao’er’s eyes removed, but that was only because I didn’t want the Thousand Illusion Spirit Eye to fall into the hands of a scheming villain like Qin Yang.”
“Qin Yang is not a scheming villain!”
“Ha! It’s easy to say pretty words. I’m sure your dear Junior Brother Qin has said many to you, hasn’t he? But let’s not dwell on that. I only want to know—if Qin Yang truly loved my cousin, why was he unwilling to marry her after she lost her eyes?”
“Hmm?”