Chapter 225: Chapter 222: A Toad Craving Swan Meat

Mu He wasn’t exactly burly, but he was still a strapping, seven-foot-tall man.

A strapping, seven-foot-tall man with a Vajra Realm Cultivation, no less!

Yet at this moment, he was like a weightless doll, held in the grasp of a petite woman who was smashing him into the ground, swinging him left and right.

BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

In no time, the ground had cracked, and blood was everywhere.

Mu He went from fiercely resisting at the start, to struggling and roaring, and finally to a state of utter despair.

This step-by-step progression completely broke his spirit.

Every time he managed to gather a bit of strength, he would have another intimate encounter with the ground.

The shockwaves from the impacts not only rattled his bones but also scattered the True Essence within his body, causing him to lose all his strength. He could only watch helplessly as he was lifted high and slammed down hard, again and again.

BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

After another round of brutal smashing, Mu He was bleeding from all seven orifices, having completely lost the ability to resist.

Liu Ruyan casually tossed him aside, dusted off her hands, and looked at Mo Qi as if seeking praise.

Yes, the one who had intercepted Mu He and given him a bloody beatdown was none other than Liu Ruyan!

Back at the Void Sect, she and Liu Hong had made an agreement, so she couldn’t act rashly.

Every time she saw Mo Qi being wronged, her heart ached for him, but she could only watch from a distance.

But now they were in the Mountain and Sea Empire. The agreement was void. How could she possibly let Mo Qi be bullied again?

Not even if it was just his External Incarnation!

If she hadn’t wanted to make things difficult for Liu Hong, Mu He’s fate would have been far worse.

Seeing Liu Ruyan look his way with an expression that begged for praise, Mo Qi secretly clicked his tongue.

’I never would’ve guessed that the mischievous and adorable Liu Ruyan had such a violent side,’ he thought.

’And besides, isn’t she a little too strong?!’

An Early-stage Vajra Realm expert like Mu He was like a baby in her hands, completely powerless and at her mercy.

Mo Qi had guessed Liu Ruyan was more than she seemed, but he never imagined the waters ran this deep.

He had always thought Jin Sanpang was the most talented person he had ever met, but now, it seemed Liu Ruyan was the true prodigy.

Meeting Liu Ruyan’s expectant gaze, Mo Qi grinned and gave her a thumbs-up.

Only then did a satisfied Liu Ruyan return to Niu Kexin’s side.

The entire scene fell deathly silent.

Even though they had seen it with their own eyes, the crowd still couldn’t accept it.

The great Mu He had been beaten to such a state by an unknown girl. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

Only a select few who recognized Liu Ruyan’s identity couldn’t help but sigh in awe. ’As expected of Master Liu’s granddaughter. Her strength is simply off the charts!’

The dorky Li Xuemiao was so scared she shrank to one side, not daring to make a peep.

She couldn’t understand how a girl who looked about her own age and height could be so ferocious.

Compared to Liu Ruyan, the so-called Martial Goddess Mu Xue and the "female tiger" Nangong Yan were nothing!

"Brother!"

Mu Xue snapped out of her shock and hurried to Mu He’s side to check his injuries.

"Are you okay?"

Mu He coughed up a mouthful of blood and shook his head with a bitter smile. "I’m fine. I’ll be okay after some rest."

As he spoke, he gave Mo Qi a complicated look, then turned his gaze to Liu Ruyan.

"I was reckless. Thank you for your mercy, Miss Liu."

He wasn’t an idiot. How could someone that Liu Ruyan valued enough to personally intervene for have hurt Mu Xue for no reason?

It was most likely a misunderstanding.

And even if it wasn’t, with Liu Ruyan here, what could he do about it?

Liu Ruyan pouted and said, "Don’t thank me. I wasn’t planning on showing mercy. I was just afraid my grandpa would scold me when I got back."

The Mu Family Siblings: "..."

In the past, they were always the ones leaving others speechless. They never thought they’d get a taste of their own medicine.

Seeing the awkward atmosphere, Mo Qi sighed, stepped forward, and took out a healing Medicinal Pill.

"My friend, I am indeed responsible for your sister’s injuries. It was my mistake, but it was truly all a misunderstanding. I hope you can understand. Take this medicinal... this Elixir. It will help with your injuries."

"Hmph!"

Mu He snorted coldly. Even if it was a misunderstanding, the fact that Mu Xue had been beaten was real. He still didn’t look kindly on Mo Qi, and he certainly wasn’t going to take his Medicinal Cuisine.

Mu He’s attitude toward Mo Qi made both Liu Ruyan and Niu Kexin frown.

Liu Ruyan immediately rolled up her sleeves, ready to strike again. If not for Mo Qi stopping her with a look, Mu He would have likely been lifted high for another round of smashing.

"I’m sorry," Mu Xue said softly to Mo Qi.

This took Mo Qi by surprise, while everyone else looked as if they had seen a ghost.

’My God, Mu Xue actually said "I’m sorry"?!’

’Did the sun rise in the west today?’

Seeing Mu He refuse the Medicinal Pill, Mo Qi didn’t insist.

Just as he was about to put the Medicinal Pill away, a pair of small, warm hands grabbed his arm.

"Big Pervert, can I hold on to it for Brother Mu He? Please?"

At some point, Li Xuemiao had appeared beside Mo Qi. Her big, watery eyes stared at him expectantly as she repeatedly glanced at the Medicinal Pill, gulping constantly.

Obviously, "holding on to it" was a pretense; she really just wanted to eat it herself.

Mo Qi didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. "And you’re still calling me a ’Big Pervert’?"

Li Xuemiao immediately panicked, lowering her head and stammering, "No, no... I... I don’t know your name. How about this? I’ll call you ’Good Man,’ and you’ll let me hold on to it, okay? Please?"

As she spoke, Li Xuemiao clasped her hands together, staring pitifully at Mo Qi.

Seeing Li Xuemiao’s dorky antics, Mo Qi didn’t have the heart to tease her anymore and simply placed the Medicinal Pill in her hand.

"Remember, my name is Qin Daye."

Having gotten the Medicinal Pill, Li Xuemiao let out a cheer and began to hop and skip in circles around Mo Qi.

"Mr. Qin the Good Man, Miaomiao will remember you! Oh, right, my name is Li Xuemiao. The ’Xue’ from snowflake, and the ’Miao’ from vast waters."

After saying that, Li Xuemiao skipped over to Mu He.

"Brother Mu He, you don’t want this, do you?" Li Xuemiao asked, holding up the Medicinal Pill with a huge grin.

"If you don’t, then it belongs to Miaomiao."

Before the words had even faded, and before Mu He could even respond, Li Xuemiao had already tossed the Medicinal Pill into her mouth.

Mu He: "..."

"Miaomiao, how can you just eat an Elixir like that?" Mu Xue was the first to react, her expression changing slightly. "Spit it out, quickly!"

"Mmph mmph~" Li Xuemiao shook her head repeatedly, her face a picture of bliss as she covered her muffled mouth.

"It’s fine," Mo Qi explained. "My Elixir is gentle in nature. It heals the injured and greatly nourishes the healthy."

’An Elixir like that exists? How come I’ve never heard of it?’ Mu Xue wondered.

Seeing that Li Xuemiao was indeed fine, Mu Xue finally relaxed.

She approached Liu Ruyan and bowed slightly. "Miss Liu, I sincerely apologize for my brother’s impulsive actions. I hope this won’t affect the friendship between us."

Mu Kongfu had repeatedly instructed her to build a good relationship with Liu Ruyan.

But Liu Ruyan gave her no face, shaking her head and saying, "Don’t. I can’t accept your apology. Besides, your ambitions are lofty and extraordinary. I’m not worthy of your friendship."

Liu Ruyan’s words left Mu Xue completely baffled.

’Lofty ambitions? Not worthy of my friendship?’

"Where is this coming from, Miss Liu? How are my ambitions lofty?" Mu Xue asked, confused.

Liu Ruyan chuckled mischievously, her gaze shifting from Mu Xue to Mo Qi.

"You’re a toad trying to eat swan meat!"