King of Assassins - Chapter 31

Chapter 31: Murderous Intentions

Gao Xuan’s words were those of a scumbag, but Wei Zhenzhen accepted the offer and followed Gao Xuan to the living room on the other floor.

From this position, she could just see the glass pool above her head. Sunlight was pouring into the living room through the pool and rippling with the water.

The apartment’s style was modern and exquisite, yet it also had a few elements of the outside that made one feel at one with nature.

Jiang Xuejun felt that the apartment’s design was all right. It was functional and a bit artistic.

Of course, this was still the Sixth Ring. No matter how great the apartment was, it couldn’t compare to those apartments that were closer to the center of the city.

Gao Xuan, who was sitting off to the side, made the entire room much more attractive.

Gao Xuan had taken a shower and changed into a loose gray T-shirt and shorts. His long hair was still damp, but this only made him look exceptionally clean and refreshed.

The anger Jiang Xuejun had been feeling immediately faded away without her realizing it. She had to admit that the other party was pleasing to the eye.

In front of such a man, unless the situation was really serious, it was impossible to be angry.

Wei Zhenzhen was even worse off. She’d forgotten to cry and was staring straight at Gao Xuan. Her eyes were filled with love for him.

Gao Xuan swept his fringe aside and allowed it to naturally drape over half his eyes.

“We got together and then should’ve peacefully parted ways,” he said slowly. “It’s unpleasant when outsiders get involved.”

“I just wanted to have another chat with you,” Wei Zhenzhen said indignantly. “I didn’t have any other intentions.”

Gao Xuan shook his head. “Don’t be like that next time. It’s not good for you, not good for me, and not good for your friends.”

He told Jiang Xuejun, “I can tell that you’re rather mature and experienced. Don’t throw a tantrum with Zhenzhen.

“After all, I’m a busy man,” Gao Xuan signed. “I don’t have as much free time as the two of you.”

Jiang Xuejun said seriously, “Gao Xuan, don’t be prejudiced against us. Zhenzhen’s also very mature and doesn’t hold anything against you even though you were a bit much.”

“People in our generation get together if they like each other and separate if they don’t,” Gao Xuan said nonchalantly. “What era are we in? The era of gender equality. It’s pointless to talk about who owes who what. Our generation can hardly say who’s right or wrong in a conflict of interest.”

Jiang Xuejun wanted to argue, but Gao Xuan cut her off and went on, “I can see that you’re also an expert in cultivation, so why don’t you understand this?”

He said calmly, “We strive to reach the pinnacle of our strength, elevate our lives, and chase after eternity. So-called ‘love’ is just a game we play on this long road of life. There’s passion but no love. There are laws but no morals. That’s the enlightenment of our generation, our generation’s style!”

Jiang Xuejun was immensely shocked. She was speechless.

She didn’t think that a man younger than herself would be capable of saying such things.

Indeed, this wasn’t limited to the road of cultivation. It applied to every aspect of life. Powerful fighters had to put their whole heart into the pursuit of strength to have a chance of success.

To a fighter, passion and love were secondary.

Jiang Xuejun knew this, but she didn’t have a lot of experience with it.

She became incredibly shocked after Gao Xuan finished calmly saying these things.

It was as though Gao Xuan had always done just this. He had passion, yet wasn’t trapped by love. He had his personal rules but wasn’t bound by morals.

Jiang Xuejun only realized now where Gao Xuan’s unruly demeanor had come from.

Jiang Xuejun had detested him a little just now. She had detested how he’d played with Wei Zhenzhen’s feelings by using his looks. However, now she admired him.

To acquire such an understanding at such a young age. He was impressive. If he didn’t die in some unfortunate accident, he would definitely go on to achieve great things!

Wei Zhenzhen could barely understand what they were saying, but she still felt that Gao Xuan had said something awful, although she couldn’t quite say why.

Yet, Jiang Xuejun looked like she’d just had an epiphany. It made Wei Zhenzhen even more confused.

She waited a moment but was ultimately unable to stop herself from asking Jiang Xuejun, “What did he say?”

“He said that he’ll never love anyone. To him, love is just a game.”

“Then he is a scumbag!”

Wei Zhenzhen understood. She couldn’t help but glare at Gao Xuan.

However, Gao Xuan smiled and told Wei Zhenzhen, “We can still be friends even if we can’t be lovers. We can have a deep, harmonious relationship with each other as equals.”

He said with a concerned expression on his face, “I can tell that you’re not feeling too great. You must not have rested well over these past two days. Do you want to come and take a nap in my room?”

Jiang Xuejun was shocked. What was Gao Xuan doing? He was openly flirting with Wei Zhenzhen.

But what shocked her even more was that Wei Zhenzhen was seriously considering his proposal.

Jiang Xuejun was a little angry. He clearly only wanted to fool around with her. Why did Wei Zhenzhen still care about him?

Even though she admired Gao Xuan’s intelligence and untamed spirit, she would never allow her friend to sink to such depths.

Jiang Xuejun was just about to convince Wei Zhenzhen to leave, but Wei Zhenzhen suddenly stood up and said, “I’m very tired. Will you accompany me to your bedroom?”

Gao Xuan smiled. “Of course. We are friends after all.”

He walked over to Wei Zhenzhen and gently grabbed her hand. “I’ll accompany you and make sure you have a good rest.”

“Gao Xuan!” Jiang Xuejun frowned. This was just too much.

Gao Xuan turned his head and smiled at Jiang Xuejun. “Xuejun, do you want to rest with us?”

Jiang Xuejun was shocked. Gao Xuan was despicable beyond belief.

This lad had his eye on her while he was holding Wei Zhenzhen’s hand!

Furthermore, he had even given her a flirtatious invitation in front of Wei Zhenzhen.

Gao Xuan smiled and said, “Your complexion doesn’t look too good. You have to take care to get good rest.”

Wei Zhenzhen was too worried that Jiang Xuejun would accept Gao Xuan’s invitation to bother being angry with him. She nervously glanced at Jiang Xuejun.

Gao Xuan had made it very clear. They could play together if they liked each other. She didn’t want to think about anything else. All she wanted to do was be with Gao Xuan and move him with her love.

Jiang Xuejun said with a cold expression on her face, “You’re gutsy and shameless.”

“Passion without love, rules without morals. Unity of knowledge and action.

Gao Xuan shook his head slightly and said, “I thought you were free and easygoing, but you think too much. It makes you uninteresting.”

Jiang Xuejun laughed angrily. “Would I be more free and easygoing if I had a naked wrestling match with you and Wei Zhenzhen in your room?”

“First, I was only inviting you to rest with us. There were no hidden requests. Second, even if we did sleep together, it’d be for your pleasure, not ours.”

“Think about it from another angle,” he said. “Zhenzhen and I doing that shameful deed with you. Wouldn’t that be exciting?”

“You’re incorrigible.”

Jiang Xuejun didn’t want to continue this conversation, and made to leave. She turned around and said before stepped out the door, “I’m from the 3017th batch of students in Mingjing University’s Sword Technique Branch. I’m also the vice-chairman of the Sword Technique Club. Let’s see how strong you are when school starts!”

“All right. I look forward to sparring with you.”

Gao Xuan put up his hands and said, “Then I won’t see you off. Please close the door behind you.”

Wei Zhenzhen only said indignantly after Jiang Xuejun had left, “I’ve already done so much to work with you, yet you just flirted with Jiang Xuejun right in front of me. You’re too much.”

“Sigh, my little darling.”

Gao Xuan lovingly stroked Wei Zhenzhen’s cheek. “You have to understand this fact. We’re together because we feel happy when we’re with each other. You have to learn to enjoy that happiness. If you can’t, then there’s no point in staying with me.”

Wei Zhenzhen seemed to understand. All she felt was that she liked Gao Xuan. She did not think too much about it.

Gao Xuan continued, “Humans are the most selfish of all lifeforms. You have to understand that. There will never be any problems if you put yourself first. You’re with me because you like me. And if you leave me, it’s because you don’t like me. Those are all your feelings. They have nothing to do with me or anyone else, understand?”

“Yes,” Wei Zhenzhen softly replied. She didn’t quite fully understand, but she felt that Gao Xuan was right. But didn’t she always feel that way?

Gao Xuan pulled on Wei Zhenzhen’s little hands and entered the bedroom. “Look at all the sweat on your palms. You should take a shower.

“I’ll help you wash up…”

…

“Where’s Zhenzhen?”

Zhao Yunlong and the rest of the group had not left. They were all waiting in the parking lot. They were extremely surprised when they saw Jiang Xuejun come down alone.

Jiang Xuejun got onto her own Lightning Dragon motorbike, then shook her head and said, “You don’t have to care about Zhenzhen’s business anymore.”

“Zhenzhen reconciled with that scumbag?”

Zhao Yunlong’s eyes became bloodshot. It was all right that he’d been humiliated by Wei Zhenzhen just now. However, Wei Zhenzhen had turned around and fallen into that scumbag’s embrace once again. What had been the point in coming here?

Jiang Xuejun glanced at Zhao Yunlong with pity. This lad had been Zhenzhen’s lackey for over a year but had gotten nothing out of it.

However, even if Gao Xuan wasn’t around, Wei Zhenzhen would never fancy Zhao Yunlong. With Wei Zhenzhen’s arrogant personality, she looked down on anything and anyone inferior to her.

Furthermore, Zhao Yunlong intentions weren’t pure. He was chasing Zhenzhen because of her family’s assets.

Jiang Xuejun didn’t care to elaborate. She started her black Lightning Dragon motorbike and drove far away.

The group hadn’t yet come to their senses when the Lightning Dragon motorbike disappeared, the sounds of its engine echoing in the parking lot.

“Gao Xuan…”

Zhao Yunlong clenched his teeth as he uttered his name. His expression was dark.

“We can’t let things end like this!” one of his good friends said.

Zhao Yunlong wanted to say a few more bad things, but he ultimately suppressed his fury when he saw the strange expressions on their faces.

These people were all wayward friends who couldn’t accomplish anything grand. He might be betrayed if he said anything bad now.

Zhao Yunlong got into his Flying Shadow sportscar and closed the door. Then he contacted Zhao Jun. “Uncle Jun, I want you to help me kill someone!”