Ye Ming had just returned to the Hope Home Hotel. Standing outside the door, before he could even knock, he heard a string of crisp, bell-like laughter emanating from within.
He shook his head and hesitated, deciding not to go in. The topics girls discussed were not for a man like him to join in on.
"Hmm!"
At that moment, Ye Ming’s brow furrowed, and his figure vanished from his spot.
On the rooftop.
"Come out!"
Ye Ming's silhouette slowly materialized, his hands clasped behind his back, his tone indifferent.
"Little brother Ye! Sister has been waiting for you for a long time!"
The instant his voice fell, a green light flashed through the air, descending behind him. A woman dressed in a flowing emerald green dress emerged.
It was Ye Qingzhu.
"Miss Qingzhu! I believe we are not that familiar yet!" Ye Ming did not turn around, but the distance in his words was palpable.
Although he already knew that Ye Qingzhu was part of the "Heritage Guardians" organization founded by his teacher, it did not mean he would trust them unconditionally.
Furthermore, in the inheritance he received, Ye Zhisheng had not included any information about this organization within the "Immortal Law Records."
This fact alone was enough to indicate many things.
At the very least, during these hundred thousand years, Ye Zhisheng, as the creator, could not guarantee that this organization would continue to exist.
Moreover, one hundred thousand years was an incredibly long time, long enough to change many things.
Therefore, who could say for sure if the current "Heritage Guardians" were the same as the "Heritage Guardians" when Ye Zhisheng was alive a hundred thousand years ago?
"Little brother Ye! That's a bit hurtful. You should know your teacher's identity, and I believe you understand our connection..."
"Miss Qingzhu! My teacher and the Heritage Guardians have no connection in my eyes. I hope you can understand this."
Ye Ming turned around, his eyes carrying a hint of coldness, and said indifferently, "So, please stop using that address with me."
This was his warning.
Hearing this, Ye Qingzhu's smile stiffened. Her body instinctively sensed a trace of danger. This danger seemed to be warning her not to defy the words of the young man before her.
Otherwise, she might die.
"Young Master Ye! I was presumptuous!"
Ye Qingzhu instinctively took a step back and bowed with her hands clasped.
"Very good!"
Ye Ming smiled faintly and said, "From now on, I ask, you answer."
He did not want to play word games with this suddenly appearing Heritage Guardian.
On one hand, he did not have much free time to waste. On the other hand, he had no interest.
Ye Ming only wanted to know the true purpose of Ye Qingzhu's visit.
He had intended to seek her out earlier, but now she had come directly to him, saving him the trouble.
"Young Master Ye, aren't you being a bit too domineering?" Ye Qingzhu heard the commanding tone in his voice and said with her head down.
She seemed somewhat unwilling.
But at the same time, she was also confused.
Because Ye Ming now was completely different from the first time they met.
What had happened in between?
"Domineering! Hahahaha!"
Upon hearing the word, Ye Ming took a step forward, walking up to Ye Qingzhu. He directly cupped her delicate jade-like chin, forcefully lifting her head, and with a charming smile, said, "Tell me, as Ye Zhisheng's successor, what should you call me?"
Her chin was held tightly, causing a dull pain. Ye Qingzhu felt a surge of grievance, but she dared not resist.
Although she possessed the cultivation of the Origin Realm, in front of Ye Ming, she was no different from an ordinary person.
Therefore, she could only endure it.
"We... we should call you... Young... Young Master!" Ye Qingzhu said with great effort.
"Since I am the Young Master, shouldn't you answer when I ask you questions?"
Ye Ming showed no signs of tenderness. He increased the pressure slightly, and Ye Qingzhu's fair jade chin began to turn slightly red.
"I... I dare not!"
Ye Qingzhu tiptoed, her eyes reddening.
She was on the verge of tears.
"Just this once, don't play any tricks on me!" Ye Ming finally released her, turned around, and placed his hands on the rooftop railing, saying coldly, "This is your last chance!"
"Yes!"
Ye Qingzhu lowered her head, biting her lip.
The current turn of events had completely exceeded her expectations. Ye Qingzhu could not comprehend why the young man before her had changed so drastically.
This made her uneasy.
"First question, who sent people to approach me?"
Ye Ming's indifferent voice echoed.
However, upon hearing this question, Ye Qingzhu answered without hesitation, "I am the楼主 of Black Tower. Seeing you here was purely a coincidence, there was no... one..."
But as she spoke, Ye Qingzhu clearly felt the surrounding temperature drop. Even she, an Origin Realm cultivator, felt a chill.
This was unusual.
As expected, when she looked up, a pair of ice-filled eyes were fixed upon her.
"Too bad! You didn't cherish the last chance I gave you!"
Ye Ming's voice seemed calm, but the aura emanating from him was already pressing Ye Qingzhu to the point where she could barely breathe.
She knew she had been too naive.
But!
It was too late!
"Young Master! I... I was wrong! Please give me another... chan..."
Ye Qingzhu knelt in a panic, but before she could finish her sentence, she found her body beyond her control. Even her five senses were slowly beginning to fade.
Darkness enveloped her vision.
"I gave you a chance!"
Ye Ming waved his hand, and Ye Qingzhu walked towards him like a puppet. He placed his index finger against her forehead.
"Soul Illumination Technique!"
Since the other party was unwilling to speak, he had no choice but to investigate himself.
Although, on the surface, Ye Qingzhu's appearance seemed logical.
Initially, Ye Ming wanted to find Black Tower as a spokesperson and encountered Leite.
Since Leite did not have sufficient authority, he had to report to the mysterious楼主 for a decision.
Thus, Ye Qingzhu appeared.
Everything seemed normal.
However, after Ye Qingzhu appeared, she directly revealed her identity as a "Heritage Guardian." This felt strange from any angle.
At the same time, this was the point that puzzled Ye Ming the most.
Logically speaking, Ye Qingzhu should not have been so "anxious." Yet, she not only revealed her identity but also told him the truth about being "controlled by fate."
This left Ye Ming with no clue about their objective.
Therefore, using the Soul Illumination Technique was undoubtedly his best option at the moment.
Of course!
If not absolutely necessary, Ye Ming would not truly harm Ye Qingzhu. After all, the "Heritage Guardians" organization was created by his teacher.
He did not yet know what it had become.
Therefore, Ye Ming was willing to show her a shred of respect.
"Hmm?"
As Ye Ming's power invaded Ye Qingzhu's soul, he was shocked to discover a golden barrier on the surface of her soul, protecting it.
"As expected, things are not that simple!"