C5 Female Hero Please Spare My Life

On his way back to his residence, Chen Bai noticed that many from the Chen family steered clear of him, none daring to confront the rising star of the past couple of days.

With a resigned shake of his head, Chen Bai acknowledged the rapid spread of the family's rumors. The few Foundation Stage direct descendants were likely too proud to stoop to his level. Given his current level of cultivation, he was an unbeatable force within the Foundation Stage.

The journey was uneventful, even bordering on tedious. Chen Bai arrived home to find a pressing issue: the Law Enforcement Hall had left his door in shambles after their forceful entry, and it remained unrepaired.

Within the Chen family, one was responsible for the cost of fixing any damaged property. Chen Bai had two hundred thousand Low Grade Spirit Stones, but he had other plans for them. For now, repairs would have to wait. Still, the sight of the battered door made it clear that his home was no longer fit for living.

With a heavy sigh, Chen Bai set about cleaning the maidservant's quarters, deciding to make do with the modest space for the time being.

Once settled in the side room, Chen Bai opened the warehouse and contemplated the two hundred thousand Spirit Stones. He realized he needed to secure his own source of Spirit Stones to sustain his lifestyle, especially since he was quite keen on going out and enjoying himself.

Previously, even without the title of Young Patriarch, as a direct descendant, Chen Bai was entitled to a monthly allowance of three hundred Spirit Stones. But now, the great elder, who oversaw family logistics and had never been fond of Chen Bai, had cut off his financial lifeline, claiming the wasted two hundred thousand Spirit Stones offset any allowance.

Given that most of the family viewed him as a financial drain, relying on them for Spirit Stones was out of the question.

Chen Bai casually inquired of the system, "Hey, is there any way to make some Spirit Stones?"

To his surprise, a languid and sweet female voice responded from the system, "Didn't the warehouse provide you with two hundred thousand Spirit Stones? Isn't that sufficient for your initial needs? How much more do you want?"

The moment Chen Bai heard that voice, a shiver ran down his spine. It was the same unreliable voice assistant he had encountered upon his arrival in this strange world.

"Holy shit! I knew you were still around. Spill it! Were you the one behind the system notifications these past couple of days?!"

The system maintained its silence, but after a lengthy pause, the voice sheepishly responded, "Oops, I've given myself away. Hello, host~ My name is Meier, your personal attendant~ I look forward to serving you~"

As Chen Bai stood there, utterly gobsmacked, a petite little girl materialized before him. She had long, jet-black hair, a delicate oval face, and almond-shaped eyes that shimmered with a pinkish hue. Dressed in a pale yellow dress, she floated in the air, her tiny, snow-white feet swaying gently. She yawned, daintily covering her small mouth with her hand. Her charming demeanor was irresistibly adorable.

Chen Bai, the old rascal, had never seen such an exquisite little girl, as if she had stepped right out of a painting. Drool practically dripped from his mouth as his stern, authoritative face twisted into a lecherous grin, reminiscent of the big bad wolf laying eyes on Little Red Riding Hood.

"Absolutely, absolutely! Meier, is it? No need for formalities; let's just get to know each other better~"

Having yawned and sensing she had a good-natured host, Meier was about to extend further pleasantries when she caught sight of Bad Chen Bai's sleazy grin and recoiled in shock. She swiftly delivered a kick.

"Boom!"

Bad Chen Bai was sent flying by the kick, embedding him firmly into the wall, impossible to pry loose.

"Hmph! Dare to harbor indecent thoughts about me? Believe me, I could slice you into pieces," Meier said, punctuating her threat with a slicing gesture.

Chen Bai felt a sudden chill and quickly forgot the glimpse of under-skirt scenery he had caught during the kick. He hastily adopted the demeanor of a gentleman and said, "You've got the wrong idea, Meier. I'm a decent man. How could I possibly have designs on someone as young as you?"

Meier glanced down at her chest, her face turning beet red. Then, summoning a technique long lost to the martial arts world, she bellowed, "Bad Chen Bai! Who are you calling young?!!! Haven't you noticed my 36D?!!"

As she spoke, Meier produced a knife from thin air and slowly approached Chen Bai, a mischievous smile playing on her lips. "Say that one more time, I dare you."

To Chen Bai, Meier's seemingly innocent grin was nothing short of diabolical. He surrendered immediately, "Spare me, female hero! I merely meant that you are young, nothing more!"

Upon hearing Chen Bai's clarification, Meier's countenance softened somewhat, though she retorted with a huff, "Young? I've been an adult since the day I was born! From now on, you better call me big sister, got it?"

Chen Bai nodded vigorously, as if his life depended on it. "Absolutely, sister! You couldn't be more right! I'll call you sister from now on!"

Then, under his breath, Chen Bai added, "So, she's a legal loli..."

"What was that?" Meier snapped, pressing the knife against Chen Bai's chest, her voice calm but threatening, "Go on, try me."

Chen Bai, intimidated by her display, instinctively recoiled against the wall. Before he could make any promises, Meier let out a sigh and explained, "If you compare the Heaven Soaring Auxiliary System to a spiritual artifact, then I'm like an Artifact Spirit. I may seem real, but I lack a physical form. When I sent you flying earlier, it was by manipulating Spiritual Force. This knife can't actually hurt you. And besides you, no one else can even see me. Sigh... I do long to experience what it feels like to truly be human."

As she spoke, a wistful look crossed Meier's face, and she plunged the knife forward.

Chen Bai looked down to see the knife pass through him without leaving a mark, and he breathed a sigh of relief. Upon closer inspection, Meier's beauty had an ethereal quality to it. Her sorrowful expression triggered an overwhelming urge in Chen Bai to protect her. He reassured her confidently, "Don't worry, Meier. I'll find a way to give you a physical form, no matter what it takes."

Meier couldn't help but laugh at Chen Bai's earnest yet clueless demeanor. She teased him, half in jest, half in earnest, "You don't even know how to give me a physical form, yet you're making promises? Listen, all you need to do is enhance your cultivation. Once it's sufficient, you can choose to materialize me. But remember, once I become physical, the Heaven Soaring Auxiliary System will cease to exist, and you'll have to return everything you gained from it. That means you'll revert to your state before the system was awakened. Are you still willing to make that choice?"

Meier had assumed that Chen Bai would back down after her warning, but to her surprise, he responded with earnest conviction, "I am willing."

Those three simple words sent a shiver through Meier's heart, yet she maintained her composure and continued, "Don't be so sure of yourself, because the choice you're talking about can only be made when you reach the peak of the Deification Stage. Then, you'll have two options. One is to completely assimilate me into your being, allowing you to bypass the Heavenly Chasm of the Tribulation Crossing Stage and ascend directly. The other is to materialize me into a physical form, but then everything you've gained from the system will be reclaimed. And just so you know, in the entire history of the Heaven Soaring Realm, only one person has ever ascended, and that person had another Heaven Soaring Auxiliary System. Do you understand?"

Chen Bai simply repeated, "I am willing."

To mask her feelings, Meier smiled nonchalantly and said, "You're still speaking too confidently. We'll see when the time comes. You might not even survive that long. If you do make it and still choose to materialize me, then perhaps I might consider it~~"

At this, Chen Bai's eyes sparkled with anticipation. He eagerly asked, "Really?"

With a playful smile, Meier brandished her knife and teased, "What do you think?"

Chen Bai recoiled, suddenly at a loss for words.

Watching Chen Bai's flustered reaction, Meier couldn't help but laugh heartily. Once she regained her composure, she teased, "We'll talk about it when you're older, kiddo. Anyway, why are you so intent on earning Spirit Stones? Why not just use the two hundred thousand you have?"

Chen Bai shook his head and explained, "I have a specific purpose for those two hundred thousand Spirit Stones, leaving me flat broke. How about you lend me a hand?"

Amused by his plight, Meier considered for a moment before responding, "From now on, just call me Meier. As for sponsoring you with Spirit Stones, that's out of the question—the system has its rules. However, I can suggest a clever way for you to earn them."

Chen Bai's interest was immediately piqued. He pressed, "What's the method? Come on, Meier, don't leave me hanging!"

"Are you out of your mind? This is the Desolate Domain, teeming with all kinds of Spirit Beasts, not to mention the numerous Desolate Beasts in the Great Wilderness. They're practically walking Spirit Stones! Just a stone's throw from Wind City, there's a Low Level Spirit Beast Mountain Range that's perfect for you to hunt Spirit Beasts and earn Spirit Stones," Meier said, offering Chen Bai the most practical advice.

Chen Bai, a man of action, immediately decided to forgo any rest and set out for the Spirit Beast Mountain Range to hunt.

Initially, Chen Bai intended to inform his father of his departure, but he reconsidered, thinking it would be better to surprise his father in a month's time. Without further delay, he quickly packed and departed from the Chen Mansion.

There's wisdom in the saying that to do a job well, one must first sharpen their tools. Upon leaving the Chen Mansion, Chen Bai didn't head straight for the Devil Beast Mountain Range. He first stopped by the West City Provisions Shop to purchase a large cooking pot and an assortment of seasonings, adhering to his belief that one should never skimp on what they eat. He also picked up a few travel essentials. The shop was owned by the Chen family, and the proprietor, recognizing Chen Bai despite his fall from grace, refused to accept payment. However, once Chen Bai had left, a shop assistant quietly slipped out...

Chen Bai's next stop was the Thousand Soldiers Shop. The storefront may have looked worn, but it was one of the top weapon shops in the Desolate Domain. Rumor had it that their main branch in Great Wilderness City even sold Sacred Weapons.

But Chen Bai knew that a place like Wind City wouldn't have much to offer. After a heated exchange with the shopkeeper, he managed to purchase a Profound Iron Sword mixed with diamond crystal powder for 100 Low Grade Spirit Stones, leaving in a huff and branding the shop a rip-off.

With his preparations complete, Chen Bai set off from Wind City.