Refused to His Highness
"Oh? What does it have to do with me?" Helian Jiao'er sneered, clearly displaying her bad temper.
The maid standing nearby shrank her neck and put on a flattering smile. "Wushuang Gongzi is fond of music and rarely compliments others. During the martial arts practice the other day, someone mentioned that your piano skills were excellent, and he praised you with a few words. It's evident that Wushuang Gongzi has been paying attention to you for a while, Miss. However, there hasn't been an opportunity for you to get acquainted."
Upon hearing this, Helian Jiao'er took a handkerchief to hide the smile that kept appearing on the maid's face. Her voice remained unmoved and indifferent as she responded, "Alright, I understand. Don't discuss these matters with anyone else to avoid causing unnecessary trouble."
The maid nodded, understanding the importance of not showing any surprise in front of Helian Jiao'er, who despised anyone who might be more beautiful than her.
Helian Weiwei, who was pretending to be a passerby, had overheard their conversation while browsing items at a vendor's stall. She acted casually, purchasing something she had no intention of buying and throwing a few silver coins to the vendor.
As she walked away, her appearance couldn't help but catch Helian Jiao'er's attention. Helian Jiao'er, who believed herself to be the most beautiful person, turned around for a second look but could only see the woman's back. The woman appeared to be an ordinary civilian, dressed in rough clothing and emitting an unpleasant odor.
Helian Jiao'er felt a surge of anger rise within her. She couldn't stand being ignored by others, especially when they didn't even spare her a glance. She grabbed her maid's arm and dug her sharp nails into it, demanding, "That person earlier, she was quite good-looking, wasn't she?"
The maid, realizing her mistake, quickly shook her head, enduring the pain. "Yes, she was good-looking, but compared to you, Miss, she's like a speck of dust beneath your feet. She lacks any discernible temperament."
"You're right, you better remember that." Helian Jiao'er released her grip, glanced back one more time, and spoke with a cold tone, "Although she may be good-looking, she can never compare to me. It's laughable for her to even think about it!"
Unbeknownst to Helian Jiao'er, the woman she wanted to frame was none other than the "village girl" she had just crossed paths with.
"Now, that woman of yours is also participating in the martial arts conference. I wonder what tricks she will play," remarked the voice that always seemed to enjoy watching a good show. The demonic messenger relished chaos, and this situation seemed particularly enticing to him.
The white cat, appearing cold and contemplative, looked towards the crowd and spoke in a faint voice, "Weiwei, you mustn't allow that woman to obtain the martial cultivation."
Yuan Xi, lazily glancing at the scene, replied, "It's just martial cultivation."
"You don't understand," the white cat arrogantly raised its chin. "That's not just any martial cultivation. When I was in the Spirit Realm Forest, I overheard my parents talking about how the best martial cultivation materials in the entire Shenzhou Continent were thought to be in the Spirit Realm Forest. However, many years ago, these materials were secretly moved to Yangcheng, the birthplace of Wushuang Gongzi. The martial cultivation he possesses is likely a masterpiece, incorporating the best materials, appearance, and performance. It's an artifact that surpasses all others in the Shenzhou Continent, granting its owner immense power. Humans who come into contact with unrefined martial arts materials for an extended period are affected to some extent. That's why Wushuang Gongzi, being exposed to these materials since childhood, has health issues. The martial cultivation he practices is probably his way of refining the mountains. It's perfection in its truest form, and owning it is like having the power to move mountains and rivers."
The evil handsome face also became pensive upon hearing this information.
Helian Weiwei simply smiled without any hint of modesty. "Is it comparable to the Night God Wing I created previously?"
The white cat was momentarily stunned and replied, "It's on par." After a pause, it added, "But you've already gifted the Night God Wing, so it's meaningless to compare."
"I just want to know who is more powerful between me and that Wushuang Gongzi," Helian Weiwei said, her thin lips curling with a hint of mischief in her narrow eyes. "I won't allow anyone to steal the spotlight from me at the Martial Cultivation Conference."
The white cat's mouth twitched, and it muttered, "In the end, it's all about silver!"
"For silver, of course," Helian Weiwei responded, looking at the white cat with innocent eyes that surpassed its own innocence. She sighed, "If it weren't for silver, would I be hiding in seclusion and enduring such hardships? It takes courage to resist the temptations of the Third Prince's beauty."
The white cat...