He just broke up with his girlfriend and is already living with the devilish rich girl.

Three hours ago.

Youdu, the Gate of Hell.

Bai Ziheng came here again, carrying a heavy burlap sack.

Since he had been there before, the ghost guard at the gate immediately put on a smile when he saw him, despite his pale face.

It even had a touch of joking.

"Oh, isn't this the Venerable One's little sweetheart? Why did you come alone this time? What's that thing you're dragging? It looks pretty heavy."

Bai Ziheng didn't put on airs. He specially prepared a large bag of "underworld-exclusive cigarettes" as instructed by the cat demon.

It's basically just burning the best sandalwood into ash and rolling it up in talisman paper.

He took a few out of his pocket and handed them over.

"Brothers, you've worked hard. Here, have a smoke to relax. I'm delivering some local specialties to Ms. Qingyao on behalf of the Venerable One."

The ghost messengers took the cigarette, smelled it, and immediately beamed with joy.

"Hey, you're so sensible, little brother!"

"This tastes authentic!"

As the group puffed on their cigarettes, the atmosphere instantly became lively.

One of the ghost messengers, who got along quite well with Bai Ziheng, patted his chest and led him inside.

"Come on, brother, I'll take you to find Lady Qingyao."

Bai Ziheng and Qing Yao were acquainted.

They just never spoke.

We haven't said anything, have we?

When Qingyao first met him, she was still introducing herself, trying to go through the motions.

Instead, he just picked the person up like a sack and threw him out.

In other words, Bai Ziheng has powerful backing; he's one of Luo Yao's people.

If anyone else dared to treat Qingyao like this, they would be taught a lesson about what it means to be the number one mastermind in Youdu.

...

...

An octagonal pavilion, draped in light gauze curtains.

It wasn't as serious as Bai Ziheng had imagined.

Qingyao was sitting around a jade table with three other women who had fluffy fox ears, rubbing mahjong tiles together.

"Three of Bamboo!"

"bump!"

"I won! A pure suit! Pay up!"

Qingyao pushed the cards aside and laughed so hard she was shaking.

Seeing Bai Ziheng arrive, she smiled and stood up.

Just as he was about to speak, a fox-eared woman next to him, who had lost money gambling, pulled him back.

"Hey, Sister Qingyao, you think you can just leave after winning money? That's not fair! Let's play two more rounds!"

"Good sisters, don't rush."

Qingyao comforted the group, then leaned close to their ears, covered her mouth with the back of her hand, and whispered a few words.

"It's that old bastard Luo Yao's mistress who's here. I have to go and entertain her, otherwise that old bastard will cause me trouble again."

Upon hearing this, the eyes of the fox-eared women lit up instantly.

His eyes were filled with an undisguised burning desire for gossip.

Bai Ziheng suddenly had a bad feeling.

Sure enough, the next second, he was surrounded by these fox spirits.

"Oh my, is this the legendary young man?"

"You're so handsome! Come here, let me touch you."

A soft, warm hand reached out to touch his face, while the other hand mischievously drew circles on his chest.

A fragrant breeze wafts by, and her eyes are alluring.

"Young master, how did you meet Venerable Luo Yao?"

"Is she good to you? Has she bullied you?"

"That's right, that old man has a terrible temper. If you've been wronged, come to us. We'll take care of you."

Surrounded by them, Bai Ziheng was at a loss, his face turning red with embarrassment.

These foxes possess a natural talent for seduction; every smile and gesture is captivating.

How could a young, vigorous man like him withstand this?

In the end, Qingyao saw that he was about to catch a fire, and she felt that she had gotten revenge for being thrown out last time.

Only then did he clapp his hands in satisfaction.

"Alright, alright, ladies, stop playing around. If this young man really gets tainted by the scent of women, some people might tear down my entire Youdu. You may all leave now."

The girls hadn't had enough fun yet, and as they left, they made a face at Qingyao in dissatisfaction.

"Sister Qingyao only knows how to eat alone."

Qingyao smiled and sat down again, gracefully pouring Bai Ziheng a cup of tea.

"Those are little foxes from Qingqiu. Their parents are old acquaintances of mine. They are a bit mischievous and have offended me. I hope you will not take offense, young sir."

Bai Ziheng immediately took a step back to maintain a safe distance from her.

"Well, I'm here to do some business with you."

"uh-huh."

When business is mentioned, Qingyao's demeanor changes instantly.

She raised her hand and drew a line in the air, and a gilded folding fan appeared in her hand, half-covering her face, revealing only a pair of smiling phoenix eyes, full of charm.

"Who comes to me if not looking to do business?"

She gently waved her fan, her eyes sparkling.

"Tell me, my young master, did Luo Yao send you, or did you come of your own accord?"

"She didn't send me."

"No, that's not quite right. It was a task she assigned to me, but I'd like to ask if there's any other, better solution."

"Oh~"

Qingyao snapped open her fan and covered her mouth, giggling softly. Her laughter was clear and melodious.

She already knew why he came.

Those eyes, which seemed to see right through people, sized up Bai Ziheng, and slowly adopted a tone of voice.

"I've grown thin and haggard for her sake, yet I say, 'What a fine autumn day!'"

"Young master's devotion has truly touched me."

"It's not that I'm infatuated. Actually, whether she lives or dies has nothing to do with me. It's just that I feel that there are always some disappointments in life, and if I can lend a hand, then I will."

"Young master, you are quite frank. I have what you desire, but what can you offer me?"

Bai Ziheng nodded.

"I know the rules."

He threw the heavy sack behind him forward, and it hit the ground with a "bang".

Qingyao was stunned for a moment.

She raised her hand and gently waved her fan, and the drawstring at the top of the bag automatically untied.

A man rolled out of there, bound like a rice dumpling, and had already passed out.

"This is……"

"I heard that this person did many heinous things in Youdu before, and kidnapped many recently deceased souls to make evil objects."

Bai Ziheng said calmly.

"But you can't take action against him because of his status as an employee of the Special Administration Bureau's Dan Ding Division."

"So I did it for you."

Qingyao squinted, scrutinizing Bai Ziheng closely, her smile growing ever wider.

"This is really interesting..."

She stood up.

"Come in with me."

Bai Ziheng followed Qingyao into the inner room of the pavilion.

At the same time, a thick snake tail coiled around the unconscious man and dragged him into the shadows.

The room was filled with calming incense. Qingyao told him to burn incense first, then take off his clothes and take a bath.

He was led to a huge wooden barrel.

The water in the bucket was black and emitted a peculiar medicinal fragrance.

Amidst the swirling smoke, Bai Ziheng sat down in the wooden tub.

He felt the water getting colder and colder, so cold it was bone-chilling, as if it were freezing his blood.

Just when he was about to give up, a soft singing voice came from behind him.

The song was melodious and mysterious, as if it came from ancient times.

Then a warm, soft, and smooth body pressed against his back.

It was a tactile sensation that defied description.

It was cool yet slightly warm, and smooth like the finest silk.

The feeling of being naked and pressed together made Bai Ziheng's muscles tense up.

A breath carrying the fragrance of orchids rang in his ear.

"I have high hopes for you. If one day you can't stand that old hag Luo Yao anymore, you can come to me anytime."

Before he could finish speaking, Bai Ziheng felt a sharp pain in his back.

Something had burrowed into his flesh, climbed up his spine, and taken hold.

He suddenly opened his eyes.

They found themselves standing outside the gates of hell in Youdu.

The surrounding area was bustling with traffic and noise.

It was as if everything that had just happened was just a bizarre dream.