My Sexy CEO Wife-Chapter 246 - 245: Ancient Formation (Part One)

Arrogance is permissible, but there must be a measure! Crossing that limit can attract trouble.

After all is said and done, it's better to keep a low profile; only by staying under the radar can one better protect oneself.

Ye Shanshan was just too arrogant, without any sense of restraint. Relying on her family's power, she abused others at will, bullying even an elderly lady who was too weak to fight back. It was downright inhumane, and in the end, when she encountered Gao Fei, she ended up imprisoned.

One really shouldn't be too arrogant in life.

Ye Shanshan took the initiative to apologize to the old lady she had bumped into, voluntarily paying for the medical expenses and providing a generous compensation. In short, Ye Shanshan had become especially honest now, her arrogant manner completely gone.

In the end, Ye Shanshan was detained for fifteen days, paid a fine, and had her driver's license revoked—the punishment she received was relatively severe.

With that, the matter came to a close.

...

Time passed gently like a breeze amidst drifting clouds.

In the blink of an eye, the fifteenth day of the first month arrived.

Gao Fei sat with his family eating sweet dumplings, the whole family together in a joyful and fulfilling reunion.

Su Xiaorou and the others also went home to be with their parents, granting Gao Fei some peace and quiet at last. Sometimes, having too many women around isn't a good thing, as they tend to get jealous and compete with one another, doing things that leave Gao Fei caught between laughter and tears.

"Sigh," while eating, Zhao Qin suddenly let out a sigh.

"What's wrong?" Gao Fei asked, "Why the sigh all of a sudden?"

"With Xiaorou and the others gone, the house has gotten much quieter," Zhao Qin said, "I'm not used to it."

Gao Changhai nodded, "It does feel a lot quieter."

"It's only been a few days, and they've already conquered you?" Gao Fei laughed, "You accept them so easily? Are you ready to have them as daughters-in-law?"

"After observing them these past days, all five girls are really good, truly one in a million. For you to marry all five is like burning incense in your past life," Zhao Qin glared at Gao Fei, "you will have to treat them well in the future and must not mistreat them."

"They feel mistreated?" Gao Fei was unwilling to continue listening, "It's good enough if they don't bully me."

"What are you talking about? They're so gentle and considerate, how could they possibly bully you? Stop talking nonsense here."

"Nonsense? What I'm saying is true! In front of you, they play gentle and virtuous, but the moment you're not around, they're as fierce as tigresses, and I've had more than my fair share of their moods."

"You married five women at once, so it's only right that you put up with some grumbling."

"That's... it was the five of them that pursued me, and I reluctantly agreed..."

"Enough, let's not talk about this anymore. Hurry up and eat, then take us out for a walk. I heard there will be fireworks tonight, and it's been a long time since we've seen them."

"Alright, I'll accompany you tonight, whatever you want to do, I'm in!"

After dinner, the family left the villa and went outside to watch the fireworks.

Countless fireworks bloomed in the sky, forming one pattern after another, a grand and colorful sight.

Humans are truly ingenious—they invented fire, electricity, cars, planes, and even fireworks and firecrackers for entertainment... simply remarkable! With their hands and intellect, humans change the world, making it more beautiful.

"Son, I have only one wish in my life," Zhao Qin said softly as she watched the fireworks in the sky, "I hope you live a peaceful life."

"Mom," Gao Fei held his mother's hand, "our family will live in peace. I have grown capable now; from now on, all you two will have to do is enjoy life." He silently vowed in his heart that as long as he was alive, he would never let his parents suffer any harm. He would use his power to extend his parents' lives and keep them with him forever.

As his parents aged, their physical conditions declined and they couldn't practice cultivation. To extend their lives, they would have to rely on spiritual medicine; yet, in today's world, spiritual medicines were extremely scarce, especially those that could prolong life.

Just when Gao Fei was feeling especially frustrated, an opportunity arose. The Sect Leader of Ninefold Mountain, Huyan Wudi, discovered an isolated space said to be rich in spiritual energy and abundant with spiritual medicines. Gao Fei planned to enter the independent space to see if he could find some spiritual medicines that could extend life; if he could, that would be fantastic.

After watching the fireworks, Gao Fei accompanied his parents back to the villa to rest.

...

Several days later, Gao Fei received a message from Sima Shangyue, saying that Huyan Wudi had found a way to deal with those black bugs and urged Gao Fei to come to Ninefold Mountain for a meeting as soon as possible.

After bidding farewell to his parents, Gao Fei set off for Ninefold Mountain.

"High Sect Leader, you've finally arrived," Sima Shangyue descended from the mountain to greet him, "if you hadn't come, I would have come down to look for you."

"Are the others here yet?" Gao Fei asked.

"Hmm, most of them are here," Sima Shangyue nodded.

"What method does Huyan Wudi plan to use against that swarm of bugs?"

"A formation."

"A formation?"

"Yes, an ancient formation, very powerful, but quite complicated to set up."

As they spoke, they walked toward the mountaintop, and in no time, they arrived at the great hall for discussions.

"Gao Fei, you've arrived quite late!" Huyan Wudi frowned and said.

"Can't help it, there was traffic on the road," Gao Fei shrugged.

"A traffic jam?" Huyan Wudi was startled.

"Yes, just like a traffic jam." Gao Fei nodded seriously. "Sect Leader Huyan, I heard you've thought of a way to deal with those black insects?"

"Mhm." Huyan Wudi nodded. "I have come up with a method."

"What method?"

"I plan to use a formation to deal with the insects. It's an ancient formation left from Ancient Times, quite powerful, but it's a bit troublesome to set up. I'll need everyone's help."

"How troublesome?"

"It's not something I can explain in a sentence or two. You just need to follow my instructions when the time comes."

"Follow your instructions?" Gao Fei was immediately displeased as soon as he heard this. "What are you going to instruct me to do? Go get myself killed?"

"Fellow Daoist Gao Fei, you have too much prejudice against me." Huyan Wudi frowned. "How could I possibly send you to your death? That is absolutely impossible!"

"Then make the situation clear; you can't hide anything."

"...As I said earlier, it's a bit complicated; I can't clarify it in a sentence or two..."

"No worries, I have the patience to listen, it's just a matter of whether you have the patience to explain."

...

Under Gao Fei's steadfast demand, Huyan Wudi finally explained patiently.

It was indeed complex; Huyan Wudi spoke for over half an hour before he finished explaining.

The general idea was... to find some individuals with significant strength to draw the attention of the black insect swarm, then Huyan Wudi and others would quickly set up the formation. After that, they would step by step lure the black insect swarm into the formation, activate the grand formation, and annihilate the black insects.

Since it would take some time to set up the grand formation, inevitably, anyone who confronted the black insects to draw their attention would be in great danger.

"Who does Sect Leader Huyan plan to use to attract the black insects' attention?" Gao Fei arched an eyebrow and asked, "It's not me, is it?"

Huyan Wudi had indeed planned it that way, but of course, he couldn't admit that. "The selection is still under discussion; nothing has been decided yet."

"Then I can rest easy." Gao Fei nodded. "I was really afraid that Sect Leader Huyan was setting me up."

"I'm not that conniving," Huyan Wudi said irritably.

"Right, you're not conniving at all. You're not even a bit conniving. You're the most righteous, most generous, most selfless, kindest, handsomest, and most loving person in the world!" Gao Fei spouted a slew of flattering words in one breath, but they sounded rather awkward. Was this praise? It was clearly mockery.

Huyan Wudi's mouth twitched. "Thank you for the compliment, Daoist Gao Fei."

"Don't mention it, considering I wasn't being sincere."

"You..."

"Haha, just kidding with you! Did you really take it seriously? Haha..."

The atmosphere in the hall had been serious, but with Gao Fei's interruption, it suddenly changed.

Gao Fei was like a slab of rotten meat.

...

Huyan Wudi took a deep breath, using his strong willpower to suppress the anger boiling in his chest. Gao Fei was his bane; every encounter with him was a provocation, inciting fury in Huyan Wudi.

"Luring the black insect swarm is a very dangerous task; I suppose none of us are willing to do it, right?" Huyan Wudi asked.

"I definitely don't want to go," Gao Fei spoke, "As for what the others think, I have no idea. Maybe someone is altruistic enough to sacrifice themselves."

At this point, Gao Fei lifted a cup of tea and took a sip. "Mmm, the tea is good. Tasty."

Huyan Wudi didn't respond to Gao Fei, fearing he'd curse if he opened his mouth. Gao Fei always antagonized him and upstaged him, which was maddening.

"Drawing in the insect swarm is something that must be done."

Huyan Wudi said sternly, "I've thought it over and come up with a compromise. How about we decide by drawing lots?"

"Drawing lots?"

"Drawing lots is good! Let it be a matter of luck! Whoever is unlucky enough to draw the death lot will have to suffer."

"I agree to draw lots!"

"I agree too!"

...

Everyone voiced their consent, even Gao Fei. Drawing lots seemed to be the only method that everyone was willing to accept.

"Since everyone agrees, let's get started." Huyan Wudi waved his hand broadly. "Bring it forward."

A disciple walked in with a plate, on which lay a square box filled with bamboo slips.

"There are two types of slips. One type is inscribed with the word 'Honor,' and the other is blank. Those who draw the 'Honor' slip will have to draw the attention of the black insect swarm, buying us time to set up the formation," Huyan Wudi slowly explained.

"There are a total of twelve 'Honor' slips, meaning twelve people will be attracting the attention of the black insects..." He paused and then added, "Let me be upfront; no matter who you are, if you draw the 'Honor' slip, you must proceed with the task! There's no backing out! Of course, if anyone is afraid, you can leave Ninefold Mountain now, and I'll not stop you!"

"Really, you won't stop us?" a languid voice rose from below.

"Gao Fei, can you stop talking!" Huyan Wudi shouted angrily.