The Monarch Of Everlasting Night Chapter 461: Yan Bei Han's Predicament (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 461: Yan Bei Han's Predicament (Part 1)

Chapter 461: Yan Bei Han's Predicament (Part 1)

If Night Demon couldn't resist this temptation and agreed, then for the sake of her long-term future, Ye Meng would definitely not survive. She would be considered heartless and unfaithful!

Yan Bei Han held her wine glass steadily, slowly raising it to clink with Fang Che.

She was a woman who could take things in stride, and if she found that the person before her was truly tempted by these enticements, she would gracefully withdraw without the slightest hesitation.

Quickly agree, you heartless and ungrateful man! "There are indeed quite a few benefits."

Fang Che smiled and gracefully raised his cup for a clink, then tilted his head back and drained the wine.

As the wine flowed down his throat, it felt like a divine nectar, bringing an instant sense of indescribable comfort. His entire body seemed to be enveloped in a soothing atmosphere.

Indeed, just as Yan Bei Han had said, at this moment, he had the most direct perception of the word 'gap'.

His entire life's wealth couldn't compare to someone else's casual offer of a cup of wine!

It was truly like that.

After drinking this cup of wine, his spiritual power began to surge and increase rapidly, quickly filling his dantian. Fang Che couldn't help but sigh softly.

"No wonder Yan Bei Han's cultivation has improved so quickly," Fang Che said sincerely.

"Fast?"

Yan Bei Han smiled faintly, "If I tell you that if it weren't for the need to consolidate and integrate each level of cultivation, if it were just about improving cultivation, I would probably have reached the Saint Rank, or even beyond, without any difficulty."

Fang Che's heart stirred, and he asked, "May I dare ask about Yan Bei Han's current cultivation progress?"

"Duke Third Rank."

Yan Bei Han replied calmly, "The progress is still a bit slow. But the foundation must be solid."

Fang Che breathed a sigh of relief.

When Yan Bei Han was in the Yin Yang Realm, she had mentioned countless times that if she had her cultivation from outside the realm, which was at the Duke Second Rank, killing these foul snakes would be as easy as turning her hand. But now, she was being chased by snakes...

In other words, before she entered the Yin Yang Realm, she was at the Duke Second Rank.

Now, she was at the Duke Third Rank.

In the Yin Yang Realm, Yan Bei Han had finally advanced her cultivation to the Marquis Third Rank, while Fang Che was at the Marquis Second Rank.

After leaving the realm, Yan Bei Han indeed improved her cultivation.

From Duke Second Rank to Duke Third Rank, she had advanced by one rank.

Fang Che had advanced from Archduke Sixth Rank to Archduke Eighth Rank, improving by two ranks.

But don't forget that there was still a gap of one rank between Yan Bei Han and Fang Che. So, overall, they were roughly on par.

"What do you think of my proposal?"

Yan Bei Han asked with a faint smile.

Fang Che was not the least bit tempted by Yan Bei Han's proposal. He didn't even consider it as a temptation; he simply thought about his own identity and knew that he absolutely couldn't go to the headquarters of the Only Righteous Sect.

The headquarters might be good, but if I go there now, I can only do menial tasks and won't be able to accomplish anything.

It's much better to stay below and have the freedom to act.

"I understand Yan Bei Han's good intentions," Fang Che sighed, "There are benefits to staying below, and there are also storms at the top. I can withstand the waves below, but I can't block the knives at the top. Many of the major families want me dead, and if I go to the headquarters, I'll only add to Yan Bei Han's troubles."

"You really won't go?"

"Not even if you kill me!"

"A beauty that captivates the world."

"I can't serve her."

"What about your future prospects?"

"It's all in my hands. Relying on a woman's skirt for success is not a true skill."

Yan Bei Han's beautiful eyes fixed on him.

She could tell that Fang Che's rejection was sincere. Nine out of ten men in the world couldn't resist such a powerful temptation, but this guy in front of her didn't show the slightest hesitation.

He rejected it as if it were trash, without a second thought. He didn't even leave room for a backup plan.

He was truly a thorn in her side.

Why can't you show some greed and make me disgusted, so I can forget about those ten years in the Yin Yang Realm?

She cursed in her heart.

But a smile involuntarily curved her lips, and she suddenly felt her mood brighten.

She quickly lowered her head and said calmly, "Then it's up to you. Come, it's rare for old friends to gather. Since you won't go to the headquarters, let's first taste the cuisine from the headquarters."

Fang Che picked up his chopsticks and smiled, "There's a lot of food, and it would be a waste if we don't finish it. Yan Bei Han is truly generous."

Yan Bei Han replied indifferently, "These dishes are all considered good stuff. After all, it's just the four of us eating, and it's not dirty. If there are leftovers, Night Demon, you might as well take them back for the woman you're secretly keeping."

She smiled faintly and said, "Although it's leftovers, it's still leftovers that others can't get their hands on. And it's not every woman who can eat Yan Bei Han's leftovers."

Fang Che felt that this statement was ambiguous and strange.

He could only force a dry laugh, "Where is there a woman? If there are leftovers, I'll take them back and finish them myself. It would be a pity to leave such good ingredients for others. These are treasures that can enhance cultivation and promote Divine Perception, after all.")

Yan Bei Han glanced at him and said, "Is that so? Haha, then it's up to you. I won't stop you from taking them back, and whether you feed them to your dog or give them to the woman you're secretly keeping, or eat them yourself, I don't care."

Fang Che smiled awkwardly and could only raise his cup to drink.

There was no way around it; Night Demon's identity was truly not something he could afford to offend Yan Bei Han with. He could only let her trample on him.

If it were Fang Che's identity, you dare to speak to me like this, I'd flip the table and beat you until you stop being so ambiguous!

Sigh, Night Demon just won't do it. He's not tough enough!

Yan Bei Han drank half a bottle of wine, and the remaining one and a half bottles were all consumed by Fang Che.

Fang Che also thickened his skin, thinking that if he didn't eat and drink, it would be a waste.

After being treated like this by you, how can I not eat and drink to make up for it?

So he puffed out his cheeks and started eating.

But it has to be said that Yan Bei Han's ingredients are all top-notch, and there's a lot of them! It's more than enough.

Fang Che devoured the food, and he hadn't even finished a third of it.

After just finishing the meal, he actually broke through to the ninth rank of the King Realm!

This truly left Fang Che dumbfounded. It was just one meal! His spiritual energy automatically filled up, overflowed, and surged, breaking through!

With such resources, how could ordinary martial artists compare to the offspring of these high-ranking families?

Hong Yi had a smile on her face as she watched Fang Che eat, quietly assessing and evaluating him in her heart.

This Night Demon seemed very restrained and cautious in front of Yan Bei Han.

However, upon closer observation, it was clear that Night Demon wasn't truly nervous. He remained composed, appearing tense but actually calm.

On the other hand, Yan Bei Han's somewhat aggressive words were all deflected and dissolved by Night Demon.

"Currently, just in terms of demeanor, composure, and steadiness, he is indeed impressive."

Hong Yi secretly evaluated in her heart.

Recalling the time at the Only Righteous Sect's headquarters, Yan Bei Han would always bring up Night Demon, and this time, when they were about to go to the Four Seas Eight Directions Tower, Yan Bei Han asked, 'Let this country bumpkin be thoroughly shocked, and let him have some good food.'

Hong Yi couldn't help but curve her lips into a smile. She became even more observant.

Of course, she wouldn't suspect any private affairs between them, as that was impossible. Their statuses and positions were just too far apart.

Yan Bei Han ate while watching Fang Che eat, always with a smile on her face.

After three sips of wine, she lightly tapped her chopsticks like a dragonfly skimming the water, and she was full.

She had just eaten an entire Soul-Taming Yin-Yang Root, and it was still undigested in her stomach.

She certainly wasn't like Fang Che, who had labored the entire night...

"Night Demon."

Yan Bei Han smiled and said, her mood inexplicably cheerful.

"Previously, I once tried to recruit you, do you still remember?"

Fang Che smiled, "Of course, I remember. Your kindness, I have engraved it in my heart and dare not forget."

Yan Bei Han smiled and said, "So, you still haven't made a choice."

Fang Che lowered his head and said, "If I, in the future, have any possibility to take another step forward, I will definitely pledge my loyalty under your command, serving you to the best of my abilities."

In Fang Che's mind, he thought that Yan Bei Han would probably ask him to swear an oath to the Celestial Centipede God next. However, unexpectedly, Yan Bei Han didn't do that and let him off easily.

She just smiled and said, "Since that's the case, Night Demon, I have something I'd like to ask you. Let's see if an observer has a clearer view."

Fang Che's expression turned serious, "Please speak, my lord. Although I may not be able to provide a reasonable opinion, I am willing to try my best."

In his mind, he thought that the real meat of the matter had arrived. He immediately became more alert.

Hong Yi was even more satisfied.

Night Demon's words were all perfectly appropriate.

Yan Bei Han's expression became solemn, and after a moment of silence, she said, "In your opinion, with my current status and position, where should I go from here? What should I do?"

This question had indeed been on Yan Bei Han's mind for a long time, but she couldn't make up her mind and didn't know which direction to take.

At this moment, it was half a test and half a habit formed in the Yin-Yang Realm: when encountering difficulties, find Fang Che.

Hong Yi's expression changed, not expecting Yan Bei Han to use this question to test Night Demon. She quietly stood up and quietly left the room.

She gently closed the door.

She added another layer to the existing soundproof barrier, isolating herself as well.

Inside the room.

Fang Che looked up in surprise, "My lord, this question..."

Yan Bei Han frowned, "Don't want to help me?"

"I'll do my best," Fang Che said, "But, I want to know, what do you think yourself?"

She paused for a moment and said, "Or rather, how do you position yourself?"

Yan Bei Han sighed softly and said, "I don't like power, but I can't escape it. You understand."

"I understand."

Fang Che also sighed.

Indeed, Yan Bei Han was a girl who wasn't particularly enthusiastic about power, but unfortunately, her status and position were what they were.

Otherwise, if she declined, others aside, Yan Nan would be the first to be unable to bear it!

So, no matter what, Yan Bei Han couldn't retreat.

"As long as you understand, that's good," Yan Bei Han smiled bitterly, "I don't like intrigue, nor do I like bloody slaughter, and I can't stand human suffering. But unfortunately... I can't avoid any of the things I dislike."

Fang Che sighed, "Indeed, you can't avoid any of them."

"So, I can only move forward. I must first do well in the position I dislike, and then I can have the right to say, 'I don't like it, and I'm even more unwilling!'"

"Only then can I truly refuse anything I don't want to see."

Fang Che nodded, "Yes, the true freedom in the mortal world isn't doing what I like, but not doing what I dislike!"

Yan Bei Han's eyes lit up, "Exactly, Night Demon, you've said it so well."

She took a deep breath and said, "So, how do you think I should proceed?"

Fang Che smiled bitterly, "My lord, this exam is truly difficult."

Yan Bei Han smiled, "But you already have an answer, don't you?"

Fang Che couldn't help but smile bitterly.

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Thus, the meal became a test of wits, with Fang Che's every word carefully chosen, and Hong Yi observing intently.

Yan Bei Han's question was a true challenge, and Fang Che's response was a display of his wit and loyalty.

The scene was a delicate dance of words and emotions, with Hong Yi's silent evaluation adding another layer of depth.

This lass is truly clever and quick-witted, with a sharp mind.

She had already considered that Yan Bei Han had personally come here, personally dined with Ye Meng, and personally delivered items. How could Ye Meng not be well-prepared?

At the very least, some essential trials must be passed, and the value that must be demonstrated should be showcased.

Otherwise, what's the point of Yan Bei Han's personal visit? Is it just to deliver items?

Even with Ye Meng's identity, as arrogant as she might be, she wouldn't dare to think so.

"For Yan Bei Han to reach that step, I must speak frankly, it's extremely difficult. It's even more challenging compared to Feng Yun and Feng Xing, as well as Chen Yin and others."

"Oh?"

"This statement isn't just about Yan Bei Han herself, but about all the young ladies from the top noble families within the Only Righteous Sect."

Fang Che contemplated and said, "Even though Yan Bei Han is a woman, no matter how unwilling she may be in her heart, when facing reality, she must acknowledge that girls have an inherent disadvantage in the pursuit of power. That's gender."

Yan Bei Han bit her lip and nodded slightly.

This statement, from the bottom of her heart, was something she was very reluctant to admit, but she couldn't deceive herself.

This is the truth.

In any society, whether ancient or modern, it's the same! In large social groups, women are always at a disadvantage.

"Yan Bei Han's biggest disadvantage right now is even beyond gender."

Fang Che contemplated and spoke softly.

"What? Beyond gender? Isn't this already a fatal weakness?" Yan Bei Han was surprised, genuinely curious now.

"Yes, there's an even more fatal and serious matter." Fang Che nodded.

"What?"

"This point is... Yan Bei Han's current position in the minds of the higher-ups within the sect."

Fang Che sighed helplessly, "Yan Bei Han's current position isn't that of a woman, nor is she a subordinate capable of shouldering heavy responsibilities, let alone a leader or collaborator on equal footing."

"She's just a child."

"A child who needs to be coaxed and protected."

Fang Che picked up the last cup of wine and drank it in one go.

A soft sound of the cup being placed on the table startled Yan Bei Han, who was deep in thought.

"Ding ding."

Without hesitation, Yan Bei Han took out two more bottles of wine from her ring. They were still in the supreme purple crystal bottles.

She personally opened the bottles and poured a full cup for Fang Che, saying softly, "Today, I'll let you drink your fill! Continue your words."

Fang Che glanced at her.

It seemed that this lass had restocked her supply after coming out, because I remember all the wine in her Spatial Ring was drunk by me... Sigh, drinking in the Yin-Yang Realm is truly a waste...

She only brought out a tiny bit of her cultivation...

"Yan Bei Han's current situation is like this. In the eyes of the big shots, Yan Bei Han still needs someone to protect and coax her, and they won't feel at ease letting her do anything."

"The most awkward part now is that while Yan Bei Han's cultivation is not low, it's still not enough for her to do things on her own. If she's not careful, she can easily be captured or killed, so taking risks is out of the question. Failure isn't scary, but what's scary is that after one failure, there might be no more chances."

"Of course, with Yan Bei Han's identity, even the Guardians wouldn't dare to kill you easily, so your life is safe. There's no need to worry about that. What needs to be worried about is the trust of the elders after a failure. It will be directly lost, and then, in the future, Miss Yan will have to stay within the Only Righteous Sect, unable to go out. Forever a pampered child."

"Once it reaches that point, Yan Bei Han's life will be as good as having already seen the end of her path."

"So, proving yourself by doing things is a path that Yan Bei Han currently can't take."

Fang Che spoke slowly, pausing at this point.

Yan Bei Han immediately frowned and asked, "To prove yourself by doing things, you can break free from the impression of being a child who needs protection and coaxing, but you can't actually go out and do things. Ye Meng, don't you think your words are a bit contradictory?"

"Precisely because of this contradiction, this matter is difficult to execute."

Fang Che sighed, "On this point, Feng Yun is very smart. Feng Yun also doesn't meet the conditions to govern a region independently, but he cleverly operates from the promotion of subordinate sects. Several sects in the northwest region have been developed into first-rank sects by him, so... In the eyes of the elders, he has a deep mind, means, and leadership capabilities, and he can better unite subordinates. Moreover, his demeanor and temperament are excellent. Naturally, this time, when he was sent to the southeast, with the support of his family's power, his status and position completely crushed that of the original Southeast Headquarters Commander, Wu Xiang. This time, after returning from the Yin-Yang Realm, he has already become a regional overlord."

"Although he's only acting as the Southeast Headquarters Commander, you and I both know that no Headquarters Commander can compare to Feng Yun's rapid development, let alone his prestige! This way, he stands out even more."

"Moreover, from the start, he utilized his status and position to deal a heavy blow to the Heavenly Palace and create a sensation in the southeast. Before he came, the southeast was filled with chaos, but after his arrival, the southeast became peaceful. This... is what the elders consider as capability and the ability to shoulder great responsibilities.

(End of Chapter)

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