Chapter 158: Reined Wan Zheng-Hao
Reined Wan Zheng-Hao . . .
Cha Eun Xiao's gaze bore into Wan Zheng-Hao, carrying an icy intensity that emphasized his newfound dominance. He spoke with an air of authority, his words laced with promise, "Wan Zheng-Hao, if you satisfy , please … I can make you live forever, and I can give you a normal man's body, with which you will enjoy all the pleasures in the world, endlessly."
Gone were the titles and honorifics. He had ceased addressing him as 'Wan' or 'Boss Wan,' opting instead for the use of his full na—Wan Zheng-Hao. This shift in address symbolized the shifting power dynamic, clearly establishing who held the upper hand.
In response, Wan Zheng-Hao's rapid breath betrayed his excitent. Each Life Extending Dan Bead granted a century of life, while the Slimming Dan Bead offered the chance to reclaim his virility. Together, they represented the promise of eternal joy and vitality, a prospect that overwheld him with desire.
Voice trembling, he stamred, "Brother Feng, you can't joke about such matters."
Cha Eun Xiao's countenance darkened at the suggestion of deceit. "Do I need to lie to you? It is rely a few Life Extending Dan beads," he retorted. "While I may not craft supre dan beads, creating normal Life Extending Dan beads is a simple task."
The complexity of emotions played across Wan Zheng-Hao's face as he spoke through gritted teeth. "The truth must be seen! Once I lay eyes on either of these two dan beads, I will willingly pledge my life to you, Master Feng. My life no longer belongs to . I have already been willing to sell it to Gu Jin-Long, so why not to you?"
A wry smile touched Cha Eun Xiao's lips as he continued, "Wan Zheng-Hao, in your long life, you must have learned one undeniable truth."
Wan Zheng-Hao nodded in agreent. "Indeed."
"People possess souls, while their bodies are but vessels, re physical forms," Cha Eun Xiao asserted. "You must be aware of this fundantal principle."
Wan Zheng-Hao affird, "That's true."
"The Life Extending Dan beads bestowed upon you by Gu Jin-Long may not be as benevolent as they seem," Cha Eun Xiao intoned, his voice laden with gravity. "Each ti you ingest one of these dan beads, do you not experience a mont of disorientation? A silence befalls the world, akin to a brush with death."
Wan Zheng-Hao's gaze held a mixture of astonishnt and curiosity as he inquired, "How do you know?"
Cha Eun Xiao revealed his insight, saying, "Because every ti you consu a Life Extending Dan bead, you undergo a form of death—a temporary death. Subsequently, you are reborn, effectively extending your own lifespan. However, in doing so, you are overdrawing the ti allotted to your subsequent lives. Each of these future lives becos tethered to your present existence, and you continue to live these subsequent lives within your current corporeal form."
Wan Zheng-Hao admitted, "Yes."
"Consequently, even in the event of your demise, your soul will not find imdiate release," Cha Eun Xiao elaborated. "You will endure an arduous journey through the depths of hell for over three thousand years. Should you have committed any immoral acts, this period may extend to four or even five thousand years. Only after enduring this spiritual purgatory can your soul attain purity and embark on the path of reincarnation. However, you will no longer return as a human, as you have already spent over three millennia inhabiting a human form. In your subsequent lives, you will take on different incarnations, no longer afforded the privilege of humanity."
A shudder coursed through Wan Zheng-Hao at the implications of his choices.
"However," Cha Eun Xiao continued, a sardonic smile gracing his lips, "I share this with you to convey that the true na of the Life Extending Dan should, in fact, be the Dark Soul Dan."
"Dark Soul Dan," Wan Zheng-Hao whispered, his corpulent face ashen. Beads of perspiration glistened on his skin, akin to droplets squeezed from his ample flesh.
Cha Eun Xiao's voice dripped with cold indifference as he declared, "The genuine purpose of the Dark Soul Dan is not to extend one's life but to shackle the soul, preventing it from reincarnating."
Dread hung heavy in the air as the weight of this revelation settled upon Wan Zheng-Hao.
"It should only be used on soone you hated the most in the world, when you want him to suffer for all his lives. It is a vicious dan. Whoever takes it, their soul will be restrained inside his body forever. He will suffer everything forever and will never have the chance to start over again," Cha-Eun Xiao elucidated, his voice bearing the weight of grim knowledge. He continued to elaborate on the sinister nature of the dan, "It is the most vicious dan in the Qing-Yun Realm. Its original purpose was for use on souls, but Gu Jin-Long, in his twisted genius, incorporated the Nine Silence Grass and the Opposite Bank Flower into its formulation. This alteration enables it to be used on living beings."
As the unsettling revelations unfolded, Cha-Eun Xiao posed a pointed question to Wan Zheng-Hao, his inquiry unapologetically direct. "But the Nine Silence Grass will undoubtedly wreak havoc on the human body. The relentless weight gain you've experienced is rely one of its adverse effects. It will gradually render a man as neither fully male nor female. Wan Zheng-Hao, have you not noticed a waning interest in the desires of the flesh? To put it bluntly, have you lost your virility, having grown indifferent to the charms of both n and won?"
Wan Zheng-Hao stood frozen in shock, his eyes vacant, as the words of Feng Zhi-Ling bore a disturbing accuracy.
Recollections of his youth, filled with amorous pursuits, surfaced in his mind. But as he aged, the fervor had waned, to the point where he had forsaken these desires entirely. His corpulent form further distanced him from the world of physical intimacy, rendering him almost a stranger to the realm of romantic pursuits.
[For my entire existence, I have dedicated myself to Gu Jin-Long, and he treats as if I were his sworn enemy. All the while, I have admired and respected him unconditionally...]
Then ca Cha-Eun Xiao's offer, a proposition laden with life-altering promises. "Wan Zheng-Hao, I can restore your body to its natural state, provide you with a genuine Life Extending Dan, alleviate the sins you've unwittingly accrued, and rekindle your virility," he declared. "Your choice, Wan Zheng-Hao, is before you."
Wan Zheng-Hao quivered, raising his gaze to et Cha-Eun Xiao's unrelenting stare.
The sight before him was that of a sovereign, a ruler of the highest order, gazing down upon a humble subject kneeling at his feet. Cha-Eun Xiao's aura exuded a dominance far surpassing that of Gu Jin-Long.
This unexpected revelation left Wan Zheng-Hao in a state of bewildernt. His mind raced to comprehend this new figure, one whose presence overshadowed even the mightiest of kings.
[Who is this Feng Zhi-Ling? How can his presence eclipse that of Gu Jin-Long, the formidable leader I have served for so long? Is he rely a dan-maker, or does his unassuming deanor conceal an unimaginable power?]
Wan Zheng-Hao sat in his opulent chamber, his mind spinning like a whirlwind. What had just transpired seed nothing short of miraculous. He blinked repeatedly, attempting to anchor himself in reality. It felt like a dream, a fantastical vision of a future he had longed for but had never dared to hope might beco reality.
He found himself rendered almost speechless, his voice reduced to a re whisper when he finally mustered the strength to speak. "I..." His throat felt parched, his emotions too overwhelming for words.
But Cha-Eun Xiao understood the unspoken sentint that hung heavily in the air. His deanor remained composed, a serene smile gracing his lips as he extended his hand towards a nearby table. "I comprehend your thoughts," he assured Wan Zheng-Hao in a soothing tone. "Allow to provide you with evidence of my claims." He revealed a jade bottle containing a half-finished Smiling Dan bead and placed it before Wan Zheng-Hao. "This is a testant to my intentions. To prove my words, you need to prepare a sizable tub. When you consu this dan bead, you will likely experience a burning sensation. At that mont, take a knife and make a small cut on the middle finger of your right hand. Place it in the tub and witness the miraculous transformation. You shall see how much of the excess weight can be drawn out of your body. Then, and only then, can you truly gauge the authenticity of my promises."
With these instructions imparted, Cha-Eun Xiao rose from his seat, his movents graceful and purposeful. "I shall take my leave now," he declared, a sense of anticipation in his voice. "I will return tomorrow night, eagerly awaiting your decision. Until then, fare thee well."
As if summoned by a silent command, he transford into a blur of dark energy, darting through the window and vanishing into the enshrouded night.
In the solitude that followed Cha-Eun Xiao's departure, Wan Zheng-Hao remained motionless. Ti seed to stand still, the weight of his impending choice bearing down upon him. His mind swirled with conflicting emotions, each vying for dominance.
He finally shifted his gaze towards the jade bottle, its presence a tangible reminder of the life-altering decision before him.
Wan Zheng-Hao grappled with the tumultuous thoughts racing through his mind. Cha-Eun Xiao had presented him with everything he had ever desired, but at a price he couldn't fully comprehend.
He couldn't shake the unsettling feeling that Cha-Eun Xiao was no ordinary figure. The humility and innocence displayed earlier now seed like a facade, concealing a power far greater than even Gu Jin-Long's.
There was a nagging sense that under Cha-Eun Xiao's control, his servitude would be absolute, extending beyond a single lifeti. It was a daunting prospect that left him torn between his desires and his reservations.
His eyes flickered with a kaleidoscope of emotions. He stared at the solitary dan bead contained within the jade bottle, his breath quickening.
After a protracted internal struggle, Wan Zheng-Hao made a resolute decision. He steeled himself, acknowledging the sacrifices he had already made in a lifeti of servitude. With renewed determination, he muttered to himself, "I've spent my entire existence serving others. How much worse can it be to serve another? Besides, this ti, I will regain my physical form and relish life's pleasures once more. It's a worthwhile trade. I must elevate my standards for the quality of my life."
His resolve crystallized, and he no longer hesitated. He reached for the jade bottle, determination etched across his features. In a decisive mont, he declared, "Soone! Fetch a large tub!"
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