Chapter 1024: Chapter 63: Persuasion of Ice_2
Ah Dai was startled and said, "Big brother, are you saying that there’s a possibility Dark City’s forces will interfere? Could it be that they will protect these Dark Forces?"
Yan Shi smiled, patted Ah Dai on the shoulder, and said, "Silly brother, don’t you understand yet? If there wasn’t official support behind this Dark Magnate Night Club, how could it operate on such a large scale? Haven’t you heard what Uncle Vatana said, that a significant part of the revenue here has to be handed over to the City Lord of Dark City? Even though we’ve only just entered the Empire of Sunset City, I’ve already understood why Moon Scar and the others chose to withdraw. The shadowy powers lurking in the darkness are truly frightening! It’s a good thing we’ve spent half a year in arduous self-cultivation at the Tian Gang Sword Sect; otherwise, our current situation would be even more dangerous."
Listening to Yan Shi, Ah Dai couldn’t help but think of the ethereal Sword Saint of the Tian Gang. Silently, he prayed, "Ancestor, you must wait for Ah Dai in that world! One day, I will come to find you."
Yan Li, somewhat puzzled, said, "Big brother, why don’t I feel that anything is wrong? Isn’t this place quite nice?"
Yan Shi turned to Yan Li, his eyes flashing fiercely as he said in a stern voice, "Ah Li, I am now seriously warning you; you must obey my command. If you cause any trouble, I will not spare you lightly." His voice softened a bit, and he continued, "I know that life in our Pu Yan clan is very monotonous. Everything here is extremely tempting. But don’t forget, you are a warrior of the Pu Yan clan. On us rests the mission of the clan’s inheritance and revival. Remember those Tilu Warriors? If they had not sacrificed their souls, perhaps we wouldn’t be here today. If you abandon the expectations of our clansmen for a moment of pleasure, then I will be the first to deal with you." Yan Shi wasn’t joking, as his voice grew colder, a terrifying killing intent emanated from him. Yan Li was stunned by what he said; the previous scenes flashed incessantly in his mind, prompting him to question himself, "What’s wrong with me? Am I still that lustful person? Yes! I am a warrior of the Pu Yan clan; the Clan Leader, the Prophet, and our clansmen hold so many expectations for us! Why have I become like this? Why has my temperament gone astray?" Beads of cold sweat broke out, and Yan Li’s face turned pale as he became somewhat dazed.
Ah Dai grasped Yan Shi’s arm and spoke in a low voice, "Big brother, let it be, Brother Yan Li didn’t do it on purpose. He won’t do it again in the future."
Yan Shi sighed and said, "Actually, I don’t blame Ah Li. The temptation here is so strong that any normal person would be attracted. Speaking of which, among the three of us, you have the strongest ability to resist temptation. Ah Li is simple-minded and easily loses himself when faced with temptation. As his elder brother, how can I just watch him fall into degradation?"
Ah Dai was taken aback and said with shame, "I have the strongest ability to resist temptation? No, no, Brother Yan Shi, actually I too..." Recalling Ah Bing’s body, filled with immense allure, Ah Dai couldn’t help but lower his head. "Actually, my will is not firm enough. How can I compare to you, big brother?"
Yan Shi shook his head and said, "No, your will is much stronger than mine. I remain unaffected because my heart is dead. It died with Yun Er, and unless Yun Er comes back to life, my heart will never awaken. No matter how many beauties there are here, and even though many are more beautiful than Yun Er, in my eyes, these beauties have already lost their souls, becoming servile. Their bodies have become ugly because they lack a soul. How could they attract someone like me, who is already dead? If Yun Er hadn’t died, facing such great temptation for the first time, maybe my willpower would not even match Yan Li’s." Yan Shi sat heavily on a nearby sofa, his face showing a look of melancholy.
Ah Dai thought deeply about Yan Shi’s words, nodding lightly. Yes, even if one is very beautiful, without a soul, they become hideous. The reason I like Yue Yue is not because of her stunning beauty, but more because of her personality. And what about Miss Ah Bing? Has she lost her soul too? But why do her eyes sometimes look so sad?
Suddenly, Yan Li stood up, his tiger-like eyes gleaming. He looked resolutely at Yan Shi. His eyes had completely regained their clarity. The words of Yan Shi had shattered the confusion in his heart, and he had finally awakened. He walked firmly in front of Yan Shi and knelt on the ground with a thud. Yan Shi was startled and asked, "What are you doing?"
Yan Li said earnestly, "Big brother, I realize my mistake. I just want to tell you one thing: I, Yan Li, will always be a warrior of the Pu Yan clan and will not change for anything."
Yan Shi smiled with relief. He helped Yan Li up and said with a smile, "That’s my good brother. From now on, I’ll be watching your actions. Alright, let’s rest for a while. Tonight, we have important matters to attend to, and we must stay in the best condition."
Ah Dai and Yan Li both nodded, and the three found comfortable spots. With three different states of mind, they sat down cross-legged to meditate.
Time passed without them knowing how long. Suddenly, a knock on the door broke the silence. Yan Shi stood up, glanced at Ah Dai and Yan Li who were still meditating, and walked to the door. "Who is it?"
