Could it be that I am the cruel villain?-Chapter 777 - 444: It’s Once Again the Season When Animals Fall in Love

"Damn it!"

He couldn't help but curse.

His eyes were filled with horror. The more he thought about it, the more he felt his guess was correct. Combined with what Elder Ge said, the East Sea Clan was still using the so-called "consort selection" method to try to continue their bloodline, attempting to birth an heir capable of inheriting the imperial bloodline.

Could it be that the Qingluan in front of him is one of the victims?

"Young Master Jiang? What's wrong? Are you frightened?"

Her expression revealed a trace of confusion. She was in the middle of recounting the past of Dongyue, but Jiang Feng's sudden reaction left her bewildered. Even Cen Yueyue stepped forward to grab her man, her eyes full of concern.

His mind was racing.

Just then, a strange, searing heat emanated from his bosom. Following this heat, he instinctively reached into his robe and pulled out the Blood Ganoderma that was still emitting residual warmth.

"I got burned. As Mr. Jiang is new here, I don't yet know the effects of local earthly treasures. This Blood Ganoderma is something I've never encountered before. There was nothing earlier, but now it suddenly emits warmth, quite baffling, have a look."

He tilted his chin slightly.

Jiang Feng had a knack for shifting topics. After all, his earlier thoughts were just conjecture, and considering the person was thoroughly engrossed in telling him stories, interrupting was not entirely polite.

He proactively squatted down to closely examine the surroundings. He had noticed some peculiar traces about an hour ago, suggesting someone had passed through, but most didn't pay any heed.

Now there was a chance to delve deeper, so he continued, "Earlier today, Guang Daoyuan had this Blood Ganoderma and was chased by a Wolf Demon. The distance is unknown, but he must have been on the run for at least half a day."

"Although its uses are unclear, it seems to have a significant effect, and for cultivators like us, its benefits are not trivial. Now that this Blood Ganoderma is reacting, perhaps there is another nearby."

"There are also numerous traces, and if I'm not mistaken, they should be remnants from Guang Daoyuan's escape. Look, the tree branches here are broken, but the cuts are slightly different. One is dry and yellowed, while the other is fresh and red. This Poisonous Land is truly bizarre, even the branches grow by absorbing Blood Food and the spiritual energy of cultivators—the sap is blood-red."

"No wonder this place was sealed for a century."

He shook his head and withdrew his thoughts from his speculations, focusing intently as he squatted down, rubbing the soil between his fingers and examining the traces around him, unbothered by the dirt. At times like this, Jiang Feng was the most focused.

In terms of smell and vision, he couldn't compare to those with unique bloodlines, but in tracking or detail work, his strengths shone. The others began to follow Jiang Feng slowly through the area. Although this region was crimson, there was no sign of blood; it seemed the soil had absorbed it all.

Qingluan and Xiao Yu both turned their faces and lifted their sleeves, showing their attention to etiquette. They stuck out their long tongues to sense the air's changes. The mistress and servant exchanged a glance, nodding discreetly.

"Why don't we search around here together? Since Young Master Jiang can track these traces, why not let him lead the way? Of course, this earthly treasure belongs to the Young Master."

Her eyes were pure, devoid of any greed or malicious desire. Indeed, given Qingluan's status, she had no need to covet these earthly treasures. Even the clever Cen Yueyue sensed something was off and warned cautiously, "Then what do you want? Surely you want something."

"Qingluan does have something she needs. Should we come across it, I hope you will be gracious."

She chuckled softly.

Their eyes met, and Qingluan's clear and gentle eyes hinted at a bit of charm, making her very alluring; every part of her seemed designed to attract, making resistance difficult.

Unfortunately.

Now Mr. Jiang had already entered sage mode.

"Hmm, since the lady is willing to yield, I shall shamelessly accept. If you need anything, we won't compete."

A natural agreement was reached, but Cen Yueyue remained skeptical, feeling this little fox spirit, no, snake spirit, harbored ill intentions towards her man, full of caution, believing no good deed goes without ulterior motive.

As the group continued forward, Jiang Feng led the way, slowly tracking the traces, while Cen Yueyue closed the distance, whispering directly into his ear, avoiding the notice of others.

"This woman is suspicious."

"Her behavior is peculiar. This is our first meeting, and from different factions, yet she is clearly trying to curry favor with you and makes concessions."

"And haven't you noticed? Along the way, she only inquired about your Purple Cloud Palace, showing no interest in our Cen Family Village, asking instead about which peak of the Purple Cloud Nine Peaks you belong to, repeatedly confirming your identity."

"Don't blame me for being suspicious; she surely has some scheme to drag you into something, likely using your identity for some means. Don't let this wicked woman enchant you, hmph."

Jiang Feng naturally agreed wholeheartedly. What Cen Yueyue thought, he had already considered as well, forming a rough outline in his mind, just needing to probe and confirm it. Meanwhile, he couldn't help but admire Cen Yueyue's formidable intuition.