Chapter 144 : Reliance (Full Chapter)
Name: Yuan Jue
Race: Human
Realm: Fourth Heaven · Mid-stage of the Unceasing Realm
Talents: Blood Spirit Body, Rakshasa Heart
Hidden Talent: Named Vessel · One Branch Stands Alone
Current State: Craving emotional reliance
Current Emotions: Uneasy, expectant, shy
Affection toward Host: 91
Special Intelligence:
The target longs for emotional attachment and has bound all of her remaining emotions to the host. Her personality is decisive and ruthless, yet she possesses a rare loyal hound trait—once the host accepts her, she will never betray him.
She bears a Named Vessel, along with an exceptional spiritual body foundation and Rakshasa Heart. Whether taken as a cauldron or used in other ways, she is a top-tier choice, with boundless marvelous benefits.
Dual cultivation and the infusion of origin essence with her can accelerate the activation of the Rakshasa Heart. The host may obtain the Origin of Blood, thereby advancing cultivation.
Although Chu Ge felt puzzled by Yuan Jue's abnormally high affection, and by how she had inexplicably regarded him as her sole emotional anchor…
The sheer amount of information displayed here truly stirred his heart.
Such a cold, beautiful woman—not only extraordinarily gifted, but also carrying wondrous Dao potential—and more importantly, her temperament…
Chu Ge had never doubted the accuracy of the intelligence panel.
No matter how a target might disguise themselves, their true affection toward him could never lie.
And a personality trait like Yuan Jue's was truly rare.
It could be said that once Chu Ge accepted her, no matter how he treated Yuan Jue in the future, she would remain unwavering and loyal—never harboring the slightest second thought.
This was simply… far too perfect!
Chu Ge had already held Yuan Jue in fairly high regard.
Now, knowing all this, that regard deepened into admiration—perhaps even fondness.
He had never considered himself a righteous gentleman, much less someone who helped others without seeking anything in return.
Even before checking Yuan Jue's information, he had already harbored some intent to take her in.
Not in a romantic sense—Yuan Jue excelled in many other ways.
Decisive, ruthless, calm, knowing when to advance and when to retreat—such a person, once subdued, could become an excellent blade.
And now, without Chu Ge even expressing his intentions, she had already offered herself to him.
Meeting Yuan Jue's uneasy, expectant gaze, Chu Ge smiled knowingly.
Just as he often did back at the Taihuang Sacred Land when facing the women there—
gentle and warm, like a spring breeze.
Yuan Jue's eyes instantly froze.
That warm, soothing smile seemed capable of dispelling all the gloom in her heart, making her want to remain in this moment forever.
At that instant, she secretly made a decision—
Even if Chu Ge chose to refuse her, even if he did not accept her following…
She would still, in her own way, forever protect the young man before her—
and that smile that gave her peace of mind.
Chu Ge had not exited the information panel.
What appeared before his eyes was the affection column, where the already absurdly high number began to fluctuate once more.
Finally, it slowly settled at—
100 points.
This…
Even Chu Ge was stunned.
It jumped straight to 100?
Unwavering unto death?
In other words, the outstanding, cold and beautiful woman before him—her feelings toward him could not be changed even by life or death?
What had he just done?
Smiled at her?
Is my smile really that lethal…?
Chu Ge muttered inwardly.
He knew his smile carried considerable impact. Back in Taihuang, he used it often, and the results were always excellent.
Whether it was the aloof Luo Huangjun, the tsundere Su Lingyuan, or others—
Under that smile, none could avoid ripples in their hearts, stirred beyond control.
But today's effect…
It genuinely shocked even Chu Ge himself.
He did not know what kind of thoughts had just arisen in Yuan Jue's mind.
But he did know one thing—
If he were to cruelly reject her now, the heart of this cold and beautiful woman would likely shatter instantly.
That would be even more painful for her than killing her outright.
Thus, with the intention of not breaking a beauty's heart,
Chu Ge met Yuan Jue's almost pleading gaze and slowly nodded.
Beside him, Ying Qingjue also revealed a smile.
Looks like the group chat will soon be adding another member…
she thought to herself.
As for whether Yuan Jue's current behavior was an act—
Ying Qingjue had never even considered such a possibility.
In her view, unless Yuan Jue possessed some immortal or divine artifact capable of deception—
There was simply no way she could fool someone who had once stood at the Supreme level.
"I accept. From now on, you will follow me."
As Chu Ge's words fell, Yuan Jue's eyes instantly brimmed with tears, so overcome with emotion that she could not speak.
Seeing this, Chu Ge was momentarily unsure how to comfort her. After some thought, he finally reached out and placed his hand on the head of this cold beauty.
He remembered doing the same when comforting Su Lingyuan before.
Though that tsundere senior sister often grumbled that he was being improper, she had never truly rejected it.
Presumably… the effect should be good?
When Yuan Jue felt Chu Ge's palm rest upon her head, her slender body—accentuated by her tight-fitting outfit—trembled slightly.
Then she slowly closed her eyes, her face filled with bliss.
In this state, she was no different from a cat basking in her master's affection.
And just as this master and servant pair were immersed in their harmonious atmosphere—
Sky-Supporting Sacred Sect.
Core Disciple Residence.
Lin Dong, who had just awakened from cultivation, stared at the shattered life tablet before him.
His head hung low as he fell into silence.
After an unknown amount of time, he slowly raised his head—his eyes bloodshot.
His face twisted into a ferocious, terrifying expression as he ground his teeth and spoke:
"Whoever you are! For killing my kin, Lin Dong will make you repay it a hundredfold! A thousandfold!!!"
"Ahhhhhhhhhhh!"
"Die! Die! Die! Die! Die!"
Lin Dong seemed to lose all control, letting out beast-like howls, descending into madness!
Such a commotion caused the maids and servants waiting outside to feel a chill in their hearts, their legs trembling uncontrollably.
Seeing their master in such violent rage, they felt that catastrophe could strike at any moment—that they might become outlets for his fury.
"Get in here!"
At that moment, Lin Dong's icy roar from inside the room made the maids' faces turn deathly pale.
And far away in Tianyuan City, Chu Ge had fallen into deep thought—
Prompted by a notification from the system.