One could only imagine the methods of the Demonic Sect, and the thought alone was enough.
So, when Lin Ya was taken away, her heart turned to ash.
Because Xiao Ye had established his authority by taking away the guardians for Gu Xiaosu.
The other demonic cultivators’ eyes darted about in panic, filled with apprehension towards Gu Xiaosu.
They no longer dared to underestimate her, and would only be respectful and obedient.
Gu Xiaosu had intended to ask Xiao Ye if he could take her to the dungeons.
However, before she could voice her request, Xiao Ye had already brought her into a room.
Xiao Ye seemed very concerned about Gu Xiaosu, asking if the food was to her liking and if she was sleeping well.
Gu Xiaosu was unsure how to respond.
Xiao Ye presented her with a gift, looking incredibly devoted, "Open it and see."
Gu Xiaosu looked down at the wrapped gift, hesitating before unwrapping it.
Upon seeing the Lingzhi, Gu Xiaosu was somewhat taken aback.
"This is… the Marrow-Eating Lingzhi?"
The Lingzhi in her hand was substantial, possessing miraculous properties to nourish the body.
The Marrow-Eating Lingzhi was said to heal various injuries and even aid in soul cultivation.
Gu Xiaosu knew she had no physical injuries.
Her apparent weakness was entirely due to…
Gu Xiaosu had cultivated too rapidly, and her breakthroughs had damaged her soul.
After her soul was severely injured, Gu Xiaosu found it difficult to advance her cultivation, and her body had become frail.
Xiao Ye curved his lips and said, "My wife, there is more…"
Gu Xiaosu saw Xiao Ye handing her a medicinal bottle and opened it, pouring out a pill.
She sniffed its aroma and was astonished again.
"Is this a supreme-grade immortal pill?"
This was the most precious cultivation immortal pill, one that even Gu Xiaosu's own sect would not have given her.
Xiao Ye had given Gu Xiaosu so much, and she felt a sense of daze, "...You gave it all to me?"
"I plundered it from several sects. I don't know if it will be useful to you, my wife?"
Gu Xiaosu blinked in surprise.
Was Xiao Ye making enemies for her?
This was tantamount to offending all the righteous sects…
"Why are you so good to me?"
Gu Xiaosu's beautiful eyes showed a flicker of emotion. She had long forgotten the promise she made to Xiao Ye years ago.
When Xiao Ye had captured her, Gu Xiaosu had hated him immensely.
Yet, now he was searching everywhere for spiritual medicine for her sake?
Xiao Ye smiled and shook his head, "Because you are my wife, it is only right for me to do this."
Gu Xiaosu's eyes welled up, and her heart skipped a few beats.
If Xiao Ye were not the ruler of the Demonic Sect, she might have fallen for him.
But…
"My wife, I will not let you regret marrying me."
Xiao Ye said with a solemn expression.
Gu Xiaosu might have wanted to laugh before, but seeing Xiao Ye's earnestness now, she couldn't.
Xiao Ye's genuine affection had stirred ripples within her.
Later, Xiao Ye asked Gu Xiaosu to stay in the room while he went to manage the Demonic Sect.
Watching Xiao Ye's retreating back, Gu Xiaosu clutched the medicinal bottle with a hint of melancholy.
She swallowed a pill from the bottle and instantly felt a surge of immense spiritual energy.
This medicine was not fake…
Xiao Ye was truly treating her well.
The surrounding demonic cultivators no longer dared to neglect Gu Xiaosu, and they addressed her as "Madam" whenever they saw her.
Therefore, when Gu Xiaosu went to find the dungeons, she encountered no obstacles.
"Don't follow me. I want to walk alone."
As she neared the dungeons, Gu Xiaosu subtly dismissed the maids.
She entered the dungeons, searching for her fellow disciples.
The dungeons were dim, filled with scenes of whipping and punishment.
Screams echoed endlessly.
It was eerily terrifying.
Gu Xiaosu, having never witnessed such a scene, asked the prison guards, "Where are the people from Zheng Gu Sect?"
The demonic cultivators remained silent, looking at Gu Xiaosu with some hesitation.
Gu Xiaosu feigned anger, "I am your Madam, who dares not speak?"
Not long ago, Lin Ya had been brought here.
These demonic cultivators, trembling, revealed the location of the Zheng Gu Sect disciples to Gu Xiaosu.
As Gu Xiaosu moved, she passed by Lin Ya's cell.
Her body was a bloody mess, her hands and eyes were missing.
The sight was horrific, causing Gu Xiaosu to instinctively step back.
However, Gu Xiaosu quickly regained her composure, realizing with clarity…
The difference between the Demonic Sect and the Zheng Gu Sect!
How evil this place was; did she still want to stay here?
"Junior Sister… is that you!?"
From within a cell, an excited figure rushed towards the bars.
Several senior disciples, clad in white, were now disheveled.
Their limbs were intact, but they had clearly suffered greatly from their capture.
Seeing Gu Xiaosu in her ornate robes, the senior disciples anxiously asked, "How did that demon treat you? Junior Sister, have you suffered?"
Upon seeing familiar faces, Gu Xiaosu felt a wave of relief.
Hearing her senior disciples' questions, her expression became hesitant.
"I…"
"Did that demon lay hands on you?"
A senior sister gritted her teeth. As a woman, she understood the meaning behind Gu Xiaosu's expression.
Gu Xiaosu nodded with difficulty, "I am already the Demon Lord's woman."
"What…"
The senior disciples were incredulous. Back at the sect, Gu Xiaosu was their proud saintess.
How could she have become the Demon Lord's woman?
"Junior Sister, don't be afraid. Once we get out, we will surely kill the Demon Lord for you."
They said indignantly, harboring deep hatred for the Demon Lord.
Gu Xiaosu opened the dungeon door and said, "You must escape quickly. The Demon Lord's power is unfathomable; we are no match for him."
The senior and junior disciples of Zheng Gu Sect became excited and quickly rushed out of their cages.
The prison guards' eyes widened as they saw Gu Xiaosu releasing them.
However, their low status prevented them from stopping Gu Xiaosu.
Gu Xiaosu led them out of the dungeons and guided her fellow disciples away from the Demonic Sect.
Suddenly.
A familiar aura washed over her, causing Gu Xiaosu's body to stiffen.
While her fellow disciples looked on with joy, Gu Xiaosu forced a bitter smile, "I cannot leave."
"What do you mean?"
The senior disciples looked at Gu Xiaosu, perplexed.
Then, a chilling voice echoed from behind them.
"My wife, come back."
Xiao Ye, accompanied by several demonic cultivators, looked towards Gu Xiaosu.
His aura had become terrifying, like a dire warning.
Gu Xiaosu clenched her fists, a bitter smile on her face. So close to returning to her sect, she wished she could.
But Xiao Ye was too powerful.
She could only remain in the Demonic Sect, as his wife…
Gu Xiaosu turned towards Xiao Ye, her voice tinged with a plea, "Xiao Ye, I will uphold my promise to stay with you forever. Please, let my sect go."
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Those who understand, understand. This is foreshadowing, the progress will not be delayed.