**Chapter 44: Fengmian, Please Take Me!**

Lin Fengmian never expected that, besides her cruel and venomous nature, Wang Yanran also had such a loyal side.

Truly, people are complex.

Chen Qingyan, grabbing the now clearly out-of-control Mo Ruyu, calmly said, "I'll take Junior Sister Mo; you take Junior Brother Lin and Junior Sister Xia!"

Without waiting for Liu Mei to reply, she pulled Mo Ruyu and transformed into a streak of light, flying off in another direction.

Liu Mei didn't stop her but felt a bit speechless that Chen Qingyan left the only man behind with her.

Was she really that worried Liu Mei wouldn't be able to control herself?

If she ends up finding a random woodcutter in the wilderness later, Chen Qingyan would surely regret it!

Without overthinking, Liu Mei grabbed Lin Fengmian and Xia Yunxi, continuing their escape.

Behind them, three figures were still in hot pursuit, consisting of two Foundation Establishment cultivators and one at the late stage of Qi Refinement.

But as time went on, Liu Mei's breathing grew more rapid, and Xia Yunxi was barely flying steadily.

She muttered, "Senior Sister, Senior Brother Lin, I feel awful!"

Liu Mei, exasperated, pushed Lin Fengmian towards her. "Here, take care of her! Keep her calm!"

"Senior Brother Lin~" 

Suddenly energized, Xia Yunxi clung to Lin Fengmian, rubbing herself against him, making little whimpering noises.

Startled by Xia Yunxi's actions, Lin Fengmian was in a panic. "Junior Sister Xia, what's happening to you? You're acting like you've been affected by the 'Lingering Scent.' Wake up!"

But Xia Yunxi paid no heed, continuously holding Lin Fengmian and planting kisses on his face.

Left with no choice, Lin Fengmian called out to Liu Mei for help. "Senior Sister, help me!"

"Call me 'Elder Sister,' and I'll help," Liu Mei teased, still having the energy for jokes even in this situation.

"Elder Sister Liu, please help!" Lin Fengmian instantly complied. Who cared about dignity when his chastity was at stake?

He could always reclaim his pride later, but right now, it seemed far more important to maintain his sanity!

At the next opportunity, he'd make sure she paid for this. Perhaps some harsh training might teach her a lesson.

Liu Mei suddenly bit her finger and lightly shouted, "Blood Escape!"

In an instant, their speed surged, leaving the pursuers far behind.

Liu Mei, still cautious, cast the blood escape technique several more times, ensuring they had completely shaken off their enemies.

Surrounded by the natural fog of the Eastern Mountain Range, the area became their best cover, and the three disappeared into the mountains.

Behind them, Fa Ming's face twisted in frustration. "What now?"

"Don't worry, the 'Scent Tracking Bird' is still on them. They won't get far!" Fa Fang said confidently.

Meanwhile, Lin Fengmian and his companions had successfully evaded their pursuers.

Though overjoyed at their escape, Lin Fengmian noticed Liu Mei's face had turned as white as a sheet.

"Are you okay?" he asked.

Liu Mei didn't reply but instead made a sharp dive toward a mountain. This mountain was covered in thick mist, with towering trees all around.

She found a cave, led Lin Fengmian and Xia Yunxi inside, and quickly set up several formation flags, sealing them inside.

"But how will we get rid of our scent trail?" Lin Fengmian asked, worried.

Liu Mei gave a weak smile. "That's why you two are staying here. I'll go and lead them away."

Lin Fengmian was stunned.

Liu Mei giggled. "What are you staring at? I was just joking. Actually, I'm going to leave you two as bait and escape by myself."

She started walking away but paused at the entrance. "You take care of her. Enjoy yourself, just don't let her drain you dry."

"Be careful, Liu Mei!" Lin Fengmian said in a low voice, knowing she wasn't joking this time.

She smiled over her shoulder. "Looks like we won't be getting intimately acquainted tonight. Guess it'll have to wait till tomorrow."

"Alright, see you tomorrow," Lin Fengmian responded sincerely.

Laughing coquettishly, Liu Mei flew out of the cave, knocking down some rocks to block the entrance, leaving just a small hole for air.

Outside the cave, she captured a few small animals, smeared them with perfume, and sent them off in different directions.

Then, she backtracked and changed her direction, making sure her scent was strong enough for the bird to pick up.

When the Scent Tracking Bird arrived, it hesitated, detecting two trails of fragrance. 

Fa Fang contemplated briefly and decided to split up, heading toward the stronger trail — the one leading to Lin Fengmian's location.

Meanwhile, Fa Ming went after Liu Mei. Before long, he found her lying on the ground, her face flushed.

"Give it to me… give it to me…" 

She staggered towards him, pulling at her clothes, looking dazed.

"Little witch, come here, your big brother will oblige!"

Fa Ming laughed, though he remained on guard. But when she stripped off her outer garments, leaving only her underclothes, his attention wavered.

In that moment, a flash of white light streaked across his vision. The next thing he knew, his head had separated from his body.

"You wanted to touch me? Dream on!" 

Liu Mei wobbled over to his corpse, rummaging through his belongings and sending a distress signal before quickly fleeing.

Elsewhere, Fa Fang arrived at the mountain where Lin Fengmian was hiding, only to find the area full of animals carrying fragrant sachets.

"Damn! A diversion?" 

He quickly spotted the distress signal from afar, realizing it was a trap. Furious, he turned around with his companion and raced back, only to find Fa Ming's headless corpse, his skull crushed beyond recognition.

"Those witches will pay!" 

He sent the Scent Tracking Bird ahead, determined to capture the two remaining women.

Back at the cave, Lin Fengmian finally realized what Liu Mei had meant when she told him to "enjoy."

Xia Yunxi clung to him desperately, whispering, "Senior Brother Lin, I feel awful. Can we dual-cultivate?"

"Junior Sister Xia, calm down! Don't let your desires control you!" Lin Fengmian pushed her away gently, and she weakly collapsed, as if all her strength had left her.

"I can't take it anymore. I feel like I'm going to die. Please, Senior Brother, take me!" 

She kept tearing at his clothes, fully consumed by her desires.

Terrified, Lin Fengmian tried to run, but the cave entrance had been sealed by Liu Mei.

"Damn you, Liu Mei, you've set me up! She's going to drain me dry!"

"I won't… I won't drain you…" Xia Yunxi nearly sobbed.

"I'll do whatever you want, just please… Fengmian, please take me!" 

Seeing her in such a helpless and vulnerable state, Lin Fengmian's heart softened. He squatted down beside her and said, "No, you're still beautiful, but this isn't the you I know."

"Then why won't you touch me? Why won't you dual-cultivate with me?" Xia Yunxi asked, her eyes filled with tears.