Chapter 118: The Demon Emperor

“This is where the flaw lies. I finally understand now. She may have been able to erase every trace of her own existence, but she overlooked the fact that Zhao Jing and I are husband and wife. So I can guarantee that girl truly exists!”

“You figured it out, and that’s all that matters, isn’t it? She erased every trace of herself for a reason. She simply wanted you to stop looking for her!” Lin Ruo let out a long breath.

“It was her face that night…”

“She’s a superpowered person. Then go find her! Do you even know her name? Do you know where she lives?”

“Then forget it. I won’t look for her anymore. Even if I did, I’d never find her!”

“It was only a one-night stand. She isn’t in any hurry to find you, so what are you getting worked up about? Instead of worrying about her, you should spend that time taking good care of me… and your sisters!”

Yang Fan curled his lip. Her reaction had certainly been quick.

“No, I need to call Zhao Jing and tell her I’ve figured it out. That girl must have erased everyone’s memories, so we have to be careful. She’s extremely dangerous!”

“Exactly. Let’s see if you’ll still dare to provoke girls in the future. Cause a little less trouble, and don’t fall for some beauty’s scheme. Too much romantic luck becomes a calamity. Your safety is one thing, but don’t drag all of us into it.”

“I…” Yang Fan froze. Was this how they showed their love for him? What did she mean, his safety didn’t matter?

He immediately took out his phone and called Zhao Jing, warning her that the girl was dangerous and telling her to be careful.

Even Zhao Jing was stunned. She turned to look at the figure standing behind her—a person identical to herself.

A trace of sadness welled up in her heart.

“Demon Emperor, are you capable of falling in love too?” the girl asked.

“That is none of your concern. Your task is to replace me and remain by his side forever.”

“Half angel and half demon. It seems your greatest talent is bewitching people’s hearts. Then I would like to ask how you managed to bewitch this man. Or have you truly fallen in love with him?”

“Shut up!” Zhao Jing’s expression turned icy.

“What? Are you afraid I’ll say it aloud? There has never been a Zhao Jing in this world. Zhao Jing is merely a persona you invented. Still, perhaps this ending is good for me. As for you, you’re simply pitiful. The Demon Emperor, who strikes terror throughout the entire world of superpowers, doesn’t even have the courage to pursue her own happiness!”

“Say whatever you like.”

“I’m just curious about one thing. In the future, when Yang Fan rises to a certain level and his interests come into conflict with yours, will you kill your only man with your own hands—or will we kill you?

“Of course, by then, I will definitely kill you. From that moment onward, I will be Zhao Jing. You will be nothing more than an outsider!”

“Get out!”

The girl smiled, shook her head, and walked out the door.

Zhao Jing—no, she was the Demon Emperor, half angel and half demon.

The Demon Emperor remained lost in thought for a long time, because the day of her departure was drawing near.

“If that day comes, being killed by you and dying in your arms would be a kind of release.”

…

In another room, the girl was lost in thought as well. Though she had spoken so boldly moments ago, she had seen the story of the Demon Emperor and Yang Fan within the memories she had copied from her.

From those memories, she could also tell that the Demon Emperor truly loved him. But now, the Demon Emperor was destined to become an outsider, because within the family system, the name Zhao Jing belonged to her.

“I really should thank you for giving me this identity. Don’t worry. I will take your place and love him well.”

…

In Tianning, the company officially closed for the holiday that day. In the afternoon, they went to the Huanjiang Club and shared a farewell dinner with Zhang Chen and the others. That night, they planned to set off for home—and they would be taking the girlfriends they had rented with them.

No one knew whose idea it had been. They had regarded it as an opportunity for a chance encounter, and, on a whim, had rented the girls.

Unexpectedly, they had actually found them. Liu Haoyu and Qian Xue’er would spend the New Year at a resort. Wang Xin and Zhang Meng were going on a honeymoon trip, while Qin Jun and Li Jingyi planned to travel with their children and elderly relatives as they celebrated the New Year along the way.

Ye Xiao was going with them too. Yang Fan felt that they certainly knew how to enjoy themselves. Unfortunately, he could not get away. The third brother and the others were natives of Tianning, so they would take turns staying on duty.

Lin Xi had returned the previous night. This year, the New Year celebrations were unexpectedly quiet.

“Husband, there’s still something very important we haven’t done!”

“You two are unbelievable. Mengnan, can’t you see how dark Sister Lin Ruo’s expression is?” Xu Tao said.

“Sister Lin Ruo is very kind to me, isn’t she, husband?”

“You can take him away tonight,” Lin Ruo said.

“Then forget it. I have a train to catch tonight.”

“You’re taking the train? Aren’t you afraid someone will recognize you and corner you onboard?”

“No, my father is coming to pick me up,” Zhao Mengnan said.

As she spoke, her phone rang.

“Bye, everyone. I have to go!”

“Take a chicken leg for the journey,” Yang Fan said.

Zhao Mengnan grabbed a chicken leg.

“Mengnan, I’ll see you off,” Huo Xinx i said.

By then, they had nearly finished eating. The rest of the time was spent chatting and seeing everyone off.

“Are you coming over tonight?” Huo Xinx i asked.

“No. Tomorrow I have to attend Jiang Huai’s wedding. I’ll come over tomorrow night.”

“All right. If you’re not coming over, I’ll still go to the Women’s Academy tonight.”

Because of that marriage certificate, Yang Fan no longer had to struggle with the matter so much. Adding one more Huo Xinx i did not make much difference.

“You know, there’s no point in just sitting here like this.”

The room fell somewhat silent.

“Then show us a picture of the girlfriend you rented,” Yang Fan said with a laugh.

“That won’t do. You really need to cause less trouble. She’s a pure and innocent girl.”

Yang Fan curled his lip. With all the lovers you have, how can you possibly lecture me?

At four in the afternoon, the phones finally began ringing one after another. Zhang Chen, Xu Tao, and Wang Jie left in succession, heading straight home.

“Then we’ll be going too, Yang Fan. We need to go back and pack. We have to leave at six,” Qin Jun said.

“All right. Have a safe journey!”

Everyone waved to Yang Fan, including Liu Haoyu and Qian Xue’er. They left as well.

Only the three of them remained.

“Shall the three of us go enjoy ourselves for a while? You know, the kind in the special area?”

“What are you thinking? Go home!” Lin Ruo scolded.

“You can’t be the only ones enjoying yourselves. I deserve the same treatment!” Yang Fan shouted as he chased after them.

“What gives you the right to enjoy the same treatment? Who gave you that privilege?”

Lin Ruo did not even bother replying. She simply got into the car. After thinking it over, Yang Fan decided not to ride with her. Lin Xi treated him much better.

“Lin Xi, why does your sister get angry at the slightest thing? Her moods are so unpredictable,” Yang Fan asked.

“That’s because my sister loves you too much,” Lin Xi said. “When love reaches its extreme, it can drive a person mad.”

Yang Fan was speechless. It was better not to continue discussing this sort of thing. The more they talked about it, the more it hurt.