The youth switched off the transmission jade, his eyes flashing with excitement.
He hadn't engaged in combat for quite some time.
It was inevitable that he would feel the urge to test his skills.
Although he could be considered a part-time assassin, he never thought of himself as one.
What he did wasn't mere killing; it was about transforming his targets into magnificent works of art!
That's right!
In his eyes, he was a great artist!
Even though the lifespan of cultivators far exceeded that of ordinary mortals, there was still an end to their days.
Ultimately, they would only turn into a handful of loess, returning to the earth beneath their feet, leaving no trace in time.
However, he could allow their limited lives to transcend, achieving an eternal existence!
While people now did not fully understand his actions, and some extremists even called him a pervert,
He knew that one day, people would comprehend his earnest intentions.
In the future, when people spoke of him, it wouldn't be with phrases like 'that pervert,' but rather as the greatest artist in human history!
After tidying up his tools, the man changed into a brand-new outfit and stood before the mirror.
Geniuses were always aloof, unable to be understood.
Just like how people generally believed that only women could wear women's clothes.
Hmph!
Ignorant fools!
The pursuit of beauty was not divided by gender; why categorize clothes as men's and women's?
With a sense of resentment towards the mundane world, he skillfully applied makeup to himself.
Looking at his reflection in the mirror, the assassin fell into a deep infatuation.
Too perfect!
He was undoubtedly the most perfect creation of the Heavenly Dao!
The embodiment of all beauty in the world!
If it weren't for the important business at hand, he would have loved to continue admiring himself like this!
Thinking of tonight's target, the assassin's heart throbbed with excitement.
The target's appearance was undoubtedly second only to his own among everyone he had ever seen.
Such exquisite 'raw material' would surely allow him to create the most perfect masterpiece ever!
The assassin cast another admiring glance at his reflection in the mirror, then transformed into a streak of light and flew out of the room.
The disciples of the Zhenxie Sect instinctively flinched when they saw the streak of light flying out of that room.
Where was this pervert going to wreak havoc now?
Oh well, as long as he didn't bother us, that's all that mattered.
They truly couldn't understand why the Sect Master allowed such a pervert to stay in the sect.
Normally, not even passing by his room would make one feel uncomfortable, let alone seeing him.
They wondered if some benevolent individual would eventually take care of this menace, making their lives easier.
Of course, they knew this was just wishful thinking.
Although the Zhenxie Sect was only a second-rate sect near the Imperial City, in terms of strength, it could rival some of the weaker first-rate sects.
Most importantly, it was rumored that the Zhenxie Sect had some close ties with the top five sects.
In short: no one dared to provoke the Zhenxie Sect lightly!
But this didn't stop them from fantasizing.
Dreams were still necessary.
What if they came true?!
Imperial City.
It was already around midnight. Ye Fan and his group had seen enough.
In fact, Ye Fan wanted to continue wandering around. After all, it was rare for him to come out like this.
The problem was that the Liang siblings and the two elders were utterly stuffed...
Seeing the Liang siblings rolling their eyes from being too full, Ye Fan couldn't help but twitch his mouth.
As expected, these two came solely for the food.
The so-called tour to appreciate the prosperity of the Imperial City was just a side note...
"I think we've seen enough. How about we head back first?" Ye Fan suggested, seeing Liang Rujing yawning repeatedly.
He had to admit, Ye Fan considered himself quite a slacker.
But compared to this girl, he seemed far from it!
Feeling sleepy right after eating, this girl had an unusually good disposition...
"Alright, I'm quite sleepy too," Liang Rujing nodded. "Then I'll take you around the Imperial City again another day."
Every move Ye Fan and his group made was observed by someone tens of feet away.
The assassin felt a wave of confusion.
The prince and princess were expected and within his professional scope.
But the strength of the target group seemed a bit too low?
The two old servants beside him were at the Foundation Establishment and Golden Core stages, respectively. Yet the young man, the primary target, had no cultivation whatsoever?
With such strength, there seemed to be no need for him to be hired?
Wang Ba Dan or Zhu Pi Gu could have easily dealt with them?
He then reconsidered and understood.
The fundamental reason lay with the prince and princess.
If Wang and Zhu resolved it themselves, they would undoubtedly worry about leaving any traces.
Although Wang Ba Dan had dealt with many young talents who approached the princess before, he always did so when no one was around.
The target man was able to make Wang Ba Dan so impatient that he couldn't wait another moment, indicating he was highly favored by the Ninth Princess.
He actually disdained Wang Ba Dan's behavior of jealousy and rivalry!
In his opinion, it was an utterly foolish thing to do!
Hmph!
Women only hinder one's sword-drawing speed!
They were the source of all evil!
Just like the target of this mission, who was about to lose his life for nothing because of Liang Rujing!
However, he couldn't be bothered to concern himself with such matters. He trailed Ye Fan and his group, keeping a few feet behind.
Being a pervert didn't mean being stupid.
This was the Imperial City, after all.
Acting openly in front of everyone was practically suicide!
Fortunately, his tracking skills were excellent, and he managed to remain undiscovered by Ye Fan and his group.
Ye Fan and his group indeed hadn't discovered him, but that didn't mean no one else did...
After all, the young masters out during the Lantern Festival weren't just there to sightsee.
Several young masters nearby noticed the assassin, and their eyes lit up!
Was there such an exquisite beauty in the Imperial City?
That shouldn't be right?
He might not be able to claim to know all the noble ladies and common beauties of the Imperial City like the back of his hand, but he knew most of them.
Could she be an outsider?
Whatever, it didn't matter anymore!
To be stunned by her beauty at first sight, how could he miss such a peerless woman?!
Looking at a beauty under the lantern light, one felt more and more invigorated.
Her fair skin, illuminated by the lamplight, emitted a round and captivating luster.
That slender waist that could be held in one's grasp, those lips that exuded a fatal allure...
Heavens!
I think my love has arrived!
Several nearby young masters stared blankly, grinning foolishly as they moved closer to the assassin.
The assassin kept his eyes fixed on the movements of Ye Fan and his group.
Very good.
If things continued like this, it would take at most an hour to leave the crowded area.
A mere hour or so was nothing to him!
Back then, to deal with a target, he had actually remained motionless, lurking around the target for over a month!
At that very moment, a voice reached the assassin's ears.
"Miss, isn't it a pity to enjoy such a beautiful night alone?"