Chapter 69: The Aggrieved Tang Wulin

"Apologies, Miss Mu Xi."

"In our sect, obedience comes first. Carrying out a superior's orders is our sworn duty, and the rules are strict."

"But, people make mistakes, horses trip, and I am still new here. I hope you can be understanding and forgiving."

For his so-called "courteous yet forceful" masterclass in shamelessness, Yuwen Dali neither stopped him nor urged him forward.

After all, just like how the Holy Spirit Cult embraced diverse and twisted ideologies, its members each had their own perverse preferences.

For example, himself… In fact, compared to most other evil soul masters, Yuwen Dali was relatively "normal." Even when his twisted urges surfaced, all he really enjoyed doing was leading his branch of cult members in some "team-building activities" to ensure their unwavering loyalty.

But well, that was just his own little hobby. Not something worth mentioning to outsiders.

Since it was conducted privately and took place outside the Holy Spirit Cult headquarters, even among its members, only those from his branch knew about these activities.

At this moment, Di Tian arrived.

He initially came to check if there were any unexpected developments—after all, this Elder Yuwen, with his creepy "Jie Jie Jie" laughter, hardly inspired confidence.

A mere wooden door was no barrier to his sight, and so a chaotic scene entered his vision.

It was a moment that left him unsure whether he should comment or not.

Internally, he mused: "Looks like nothing too bad happened… But weren't they only supposed to kidnap Mu Xi? How did they end up bringing Tang Wulin's first love too? And… even using her?"

Of course, he felt no sympathy for the girl. He was simply surprised.

At this point in time, while Gu Yue may have already begun developing feelings for Tang Wulin, Tang Wulin himself had yet to reciprocate.

His true first love was actually Ouyang Zixin, the gentle senior he had a deep connection with.

On Tang Wulin's last day at Eastsea Academy before leaving for Shrek Academy, he had even gone to confess to her.

Unfortunately, the campus beauty, Ouyang Zixin, had long been in love with Xu Xiaoyu—Xu Xiaoyan's older brother. Without hesitation, she rejected Tang Wulin's feelings.

If she had accepted, Gu Yue might not have even had a chance.

After all, first love, the "moonlight in one's heart," has an immense impact.

And on this continent, in this world, such feelings only held even greater weight.

Damn. Yet another ripple in history, a butterfly effect.

But now, the script had completely changed.

Tang Wulin's first love and white moonlight had been "used" by Yuwen Dali and his group.

Even if Ouyang Zixin managed to return home safely, what she had experienced could never be erased.

The Xu family, which Xu Xiaoyu and Xu Xiaoyan came from, was considered a powerful noble family in Eastsea City.

Since they were able to pull strings and get Xu Xiaoyan into the prestigious Class Zero under the cold and strict Wu Zhangkong, their influence was certainly not minor.

Would Xu Xiaoyu still accept Ouyang Zixin after this?

Would he cast her aside to protect the family's reputation?

And if that happened, with Ouyang Zixin abandoned, what role would she now play as Tang Wulin's first love?

Would Tang Wulin take the opportunity to "pick up what was left behind"?

Hmm… It wasn't entirely impossible.

In a girl's most helpless and heartbroken moment, offering warmth and comfort was the surest way to leave an impression.

If Ouyang Zixin let her guard down even slightly, given Tang Wulin's personality—so different from his father, Tang San—he might just take this chance.

The possibility of him stepping into the role of the "aggrieved lover" was quite real.

Tsk…

Thinking of all this, Di Tian couldn't help but grow intrigued.

If events really unfolded as imagined…

How would Gu Yue react?

Would her bet with Na'er still conclude in her favor?

Oh, and one more thing—what about Tang San?

As a God-King and ruler of the Divine Realm, would he truly allow his precious son to settle for such a partner?

With Tang San's pride and the clear tradition of spirit beast bonds in their family, he probably believed that only the Silver Dragon King, Gu Yue (Gu Yue Na), was worthy of his son.

Given his character, what would Tang San do to Ouyang Zixin?

And would Tang Wulin even realize what his father had done?

Just as Di Tian was deep in thought, an irritated voice suddenly rang out.

"Who the hell are you?!"

"No cutting in line!"

Di Tian, lost in his musings, had unknowingly walked to the front of the queue of evil soul masters.

At first, the other evil soul masters were hesitant to speak up—after all, they couldn't discern his strength or even see his face clearly.

But watching him boldly walk straight to the front, some of them couldn't hold back their dissatisfaction.

However, before the complaining evil soul master could say more, a sharp slap echoed through the air.

A crisp and clean sound, as a vicious slap landed directly on his face.

Of course, it wasn't Di Tian who moved.

A mere seven-ringed evil soul master wouldn't have been able to withstand even a single breath from him.

The one who acted was Yuwen Dali, who had just stepped out of the room and was the only one able to see Di Tian's true form.

In shock, he shouted, "Shut up!"

To emphasize the gravity of the situation, he delivered another, even harder slap, sending the evil soul master tumbling to the very back of the line.

Then, respectfully, he led Di Tian to a quiet side room.

Seeing that Di Tian wasn't angry, Yuwen Dali finally felt some relief.

Yet, his curiosity was piqued—why had Di Tian come again?

Was he worried about the mission failing and came to oversee it?

That didn't seem right. Given Di Tian's power, he should have been able to see everything from afar.

(End of Chapter)