Bai Suzhen, I really need to punish you properly.

Deep in the dense forest outside Lanruo Temple.

The Tree Demon Granny quickly sensed the presence of living beings at Lanruo Temple. After closing her eyes to sense it for a moment, she suddenly opened them and greedily looked in the direction of Lanruo Temple.

Her voice sometimes sounded like a man's and sometimes like a woman's: "People have entered Lanruo Temple again. This time, the yang energy is really abundant."

She didn't look at the group of female ghosts waiting in front of her, but instead looked at Nie Xiaoqian in the corner.

"Xiaoqian, your grandmother has raised you for so long, and you've learned so many tricks to please men. Now it's time to put them to use. Go and seduce him. When he's confused and lowers his guard, immediately ring the bell on your foot."

The tree spirit's physical form was restricted, preventing it from moving around extensively. Therefore, it dispatched its female ghosts to act as its henchmen and eyes and ears.

Once they bewitch a man and cause his yang energy to leak out, she can effortlessly absorb it from a distance.

Moreover, if female ghosts are forced to participate in seducing and harming people, they will continuously become tainted with blood and evil.

They are less likely to be reincarnated and can only depend on themselves for their entire lives, never daring to rebel.

Upon hearing the order, Nie Xiaoqian's delicate body trembled slightly, and a look of struggle appeared on her beautiful face.

She was kind by nature and had never harmed anyone. Now, she was asked to seduce someone and then kill them. In the end, she couldn't bear it.

The female ghost Xiaoqing immediately stepped forward and volunteered, "Grandma, let Xiaoqing go. Xiaoqing will definitely be able to do it successfully."

She wasn't trying to help Nie Xiaoqian out of kindness; she was simply jealous and dissatisfied with Nie Xiaoqian and wanted to take the job to please her grandmother.

A cold glint flashed in the Tree Demon Granny's eyes, and she slapped Xiaoqing hard across the face: "Since when did it become your turn to speak?"

Xiaoqing staggered from the slap, not daring to utter a sound, but her resentment towards Nie Xiaoqian only intensified.

The Tree Demon Granny turned her gaze to Nie Xiaoqian again, her eyes flashing with malice, awaiting her answer.

Although Nie Xiaoqian did not want to harm anyone, she couldn't help but shudder when she thought of the methods her grandmother used to torture souls.

"Grandma, Xiaoqian knows."

The Tree Demon Granny finally revealed a satisfied smile.

……

Bathed in moonlight, Nie Xiaoqian's skin was as white as snow, like a fairy descended to earth, as she slowly walked towards Wang Xuan's meditation room.

She wore a plain white chiffon dress with wide sleeves, revealing her shapely figure. The dress had a high slit on the side, and a gentle breeze lifted the hem of her skirt, revealing a large expanse of her long, white legs as she walked.

She had bare feet, and a small silver bell was tied to her slender, fair ankles with a thin silver chain.

Wang Xuan was naturally aware of her presence. He put down the book in his hand and silently paid his respects.

He thought to himself that legs like those should be crossed over the shoulders, one step at a time.

Since arriving in this world, I have encountered many beauties, whether human or demon, all of whom were dressed elegantly and appropriately upon first meeting.

Such a glaring display of long, white legs was a feast for his eyes; it was truly the first time he'd ever seen a young woman on her wedding day.

As Nie Xiaoqian drew closer, the prompt from the [Bai Mei Lu] finally appeared.

Name: Nie Xiaoqian

Age: 20

[Realm Level: Early Stage of Qi Refining and Spirit Transformation]

[Note: Nie Xiaoqian, a wealthy young lady, was skilled in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. She died of illness at the age of eighteen while traveling, passing away far from home. She was buried near Lanruo Temple. The Tree Demon Granny forced her to practice seductive techniques by threatening to scatter her soul. This is her first time using them.]

Nie Xiaoqian has an exceptionally beautiful face, with a delicate nose, pale pink lips, and a pair of captivating peach blossom eyes that exude a melancholic and ethereal beauty.

She was truly a sight to behold, so beautiful that I felt pity for her.

She moved gracefully to Wang Xuan's door, and the moment she looked at him, she secretly sighed, "This man is truly handsome and extraordinary."

The thought that he would die here tonight made him feel a pang of pity.

Wang Xuan, with an open and unreserved gaze, spoke first, asking, "Young lady, what brings you here so late at night?"

"Young master, you're here too. We're just fellow sufferers in this world." Nie Xiaoqian sighed softly, adopting a weak posture, and walked to Wang Xuan's side, gently taking his arm. "I've heard that wild wolves often roam this area. Would you be willing to protect this humble woman for one night?"

Although she was a ghost, Wang Xuan could still smell her faint fragrance.

"I'll help those in need. If there's danger, I'll certainly step in." He slowly withdrew his arm from her embrace and asked seriously, "Aren't you cold wearing so little?"

Nie Xiaoqian was torn between her conscience and her desire to avoid hurting others, and her willingness to defy her grandmother and endure torture. In the end, fear overcame her soft heart.

"Yes, I'm so cold." Following her words, Nie Xiaoqian immediately snuggled into Wang Xuan's arms like a kitten, leaning her whole body against him, her charming eyes fluttering. "Young master, could you lend me some warmth?"

"Oh well."

Wang Xuan gently pushed Nie Xiaoqian away from his arms and began to undress.

Nie Xiaoqian gently tugged at her robe, revealing her smooth, fair shoulders, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes.

She came to him offering himself to her, yet he acted so embarrassed.

Isn't this just being hypocritical after getting a good deal?

However, this way, she can have less psychological burden.

But the next moment, Wang Xuan took off his outer robe and draped it over Nie Xiaoqian's shoulders.

Nie Xiaoqian was stunned on the spot, her eyes wide with astonishment.

"this……"

This kind of care was a tenderness that Nie Xiaoqian, who had been bullied ever since her death, had never experienced.

Wang Xuan then sat back down on the bed.

Nie Xiaoqian was filled with inner struggle. She forced herself to sit down next to Wang Xuan, her breath sweet and fragrant. Her slender fingertips traced over Wang Xuan's body, and her voice was charming: "The night is long, and I have no desire to sleep. I wish to spend this tender time with you, my lord."

Wang Xuan looked intently at her, but did not overstep his bounds. Instead, he smiled and said, "I love listening to stories. Since you're not sleepy, why don't you tell me why you've come here so late at night, or what difficulties you've encountered? Perhaps I can help."

Such stunning beauty is truly irresistible.

However, his reason firmly controlled his desires.

Wang Xuan isn't stupid.

Of course, we should start by talking about our family of origin.

Nie Xiaoqian slightly parted her luscious red lips, a tempting blush spreading across her face. Maintaining her facade, her expression was a mixture of reproach and resentment: "Why must you inquire about my origins, young master? Do you perhaps find my plain appearance beneath you?"

Wang Xuan said calmly, "I do admire your beauty, young lady. But this must be your first time doing this. Who would be so eager to offer themselves? Some things, once done, can never be undone."

Nie Xiaoqian remained silent.

All the feigned charm, fragility, and allure vanished, leaving only confusion and helplessness on her beautiful face.

"Young master, you are a true gentleman."

Wang Xuan gently shook her head: "I just know how to restrain myself."

Nie Xiaoqian finally spoke slowly: "My name is Nie Xiaoqian. I died of illness at the age of eighteen, and my remains were buried next to the temple. I am being coerced and controlled by a tree demon and cannot escape. I can only obey her orders to lure passing travelers. Young master, you should take advantage of the night and leave here quickly."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xuan showed no fear, but simply nodded slightly, looking at her pitiful appearance: "If you let me go, how will you explain it to the tree demon?"

"Young master, I cannot leave this place. If you feel sorry for me, please take my ashes with you in the future."