This scoundrel is a bit of a swordsman.

Chapter 261 Ruoxue's Opportunity

"What are you standing there for? Hurry up and take it off!"

"No way, what should I do? This black robe seems to have a life of its own, I can't take it off at all!"

"You are incredibly stupid. You can't even do such a small thing. I really don't know how you've survived this long."

"Damn it, if you're so capable, take it off yourself."

Xiao Xingchen was getting a little anxious. These words clearly showed they weren't taking him seriously at all.

"Watch closely, just like that..."

Before she could finish speaking, Xizhu's body suddenly stiffened, and she froze in place.

"What are you doing? Take it off!"

"Fine, you can do it."

"What exactly do you want? Why are you so hesitant?"

Xiao Xingchen instinctively felt that something was wrong. Since Xizhu appeared, she had never seen her so hesitant. She seemed very conflicted, but what was there to be conflicted about in a black robe?

Was she embarrassed because the man in the black robe was a man?

That's what Xiao Xingchen guessed, anyway. As for what Xizhu really thought, he had no idea. But the result was that Xizhu actually turned around and walked away, seemingly abandoning him, which drove him a little crazy.

"Hey, don't go! What are you doing?"

Xizhu thought about it for a long time, and finally chose to leave. This left Xiaoxingchen somewhat puzzled. He sighed inwardly, thinking that a woman's heart was like a needle at the bottom of the sea, unfathomable and ever-changing.

He looked at the black-robed figure lying on the bed and realized that the person in the black robe was so petite, not at all like a man. At this thought, he was shocked. Could the person in the black robe be a woman?

Recalling Xizhu's unpredictable expression—one moment asking him to take off his clothes, the next refusing—he felt as if he had stumbled upon some incredible truth. Could it be? This woman in black robes was actually a woman? But why hadn't he noticed after interacting with her for so long? Although her figure was concealed by the black robes, her voice was clearly not a man's!

While he was still wondering, Xizhu had already brought Ruoxue in. This time, Xizhu didn't try to hide anything and directly told him to leave.

"Get out of my sight now, immediately, right now."

"what?"

"Nonsense, I need to heal his wounds,"

Xiao Xingchen was stunned, pointed at the black robe, and replied in disbelief.

"She...she's really a woman?"

"Otherwise what? I originally wanted to let you have some luck with women, but then I thought, I can't let you take advantage of everything. You've already taken one, and I can't let you take this one too."

"What do you mean? Who are you calling a pig?"

"Get lost, I need to save someone," Xizhu seemed very displeased with his expression, and with a wave of her hand, Xiao Xingchen felt himself float up, only to land heavily on the ground when he finally did.

"Damn, has this woman lost her mind?"

He muttered to himself, full of suspicion, but then his heart sank as if he had fallen into an ice cellar.

In her fury, Xizhu blurted out that she had already "stolen" a beautiful, plump cabbage. Pah! How could you use the word "stolen" to describe that?

But if what she said is true, then the consequences for him are unimaginable. Besides Ruoxue, could it be that Ruoxue has already been...

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but shudder and wondered to himself: Could it be? But what followed was deep doubt.

Ruoxue smiled faintly inside the room, watching Xiaoxingchen repeatedly run into obstacles, and couldn't help but feel delighted. In front of Xizhu, he had absolutely no dignity as a man.

"Ruoxue, you must not mention today's events to anyone, including Xiaoxingchen."

Xizhu solemnly instructed.

"Why?" Ruoxue asked, her face full of confusion.

"Because this matter involves so many people, I originally wanted Xiao Xingchen to bear the consequences. However, after considering all factors, I feel that this bastard is just too lucky. How can I let him have all the good things?"

"I'm a little confused."

"You will soon find out. If you remove this black robe, the cause and effect of her will become as intertwined with you as vines entwining a tree. You need to think carefully about whether you want to do this; I will not force you."

"Will the consequences be severe?" Ruoxue realized that Xizhu's words had a hidden meaning and hesitated.

"It is extremely serious, yet this seriousness may not befall this mortal world for hundreds or thousands of years, or it may suddenly descend upon us tomorrow as a result of karma. The variables involved are hard to predict, but bearing such karma will bring you immense benefits. The greatest benefit is that it will help you break through the five shackles and reach the peak of the sixth realm."

"What, a breakthrough?"

Xi Zhu nodded.

"High risk often comes with high reward; this is an eternal truth. Xiao Xingchen has experienced death once, and now his realm has become blurred, as if he has embarked on a completely different path. This is a rare opportunity for him. I can sense that after being resurrected, his strength has undergone earth-shattering changes. And the black-robed figure in front of you is another huge opportunity and challenge. It's up to you to choose."

“I am not afraid of cause and effect. Teach me how to unveil the black robe for her.”

Ruoxue hardly hesitated at all. Breaking through to the sixth realm had become her inner demon. At this moment, the opportunity was within reach, so how could she easily let it go?

As for danger, as Xizhu said, opportunity and danger always go hand in hand. If you are afraid and hesitant, what's the point of cultivation?

Xizhu glanced at Ruoxue with satisfaction. Ever since she recognized the black-robed man's identity, she had been pondering how to pass on this opportunity. This was an opportunity that even she found enticing, yet the underlying causes and consequences were far from ordinary.

"Okay, do as I say." Xizhu whispered, explaining in detail to Ruoxue, and then gave her a final instruction.

"The origin of the black robe is extraordinary, and I cannot reveal more to you now. I can only remind you that no matter what happens, you must remain steadfast. As long as you can overcome the obstacle in your own heart, you will gain a powerful force that surpasses that of the world."

"Don't worry, I'll be careful."

Ruoxue nodded solemnly and slowly walked towards the bed where the black-robed man was.

Upon closer inspection, one would discover that strands of black energy, like nimble snakes, coiled and coiled around the black-robed figure, constantly vanishing and reappearing. The deep blackness resembled a bottomless abyss; a single glance seemed to swallow one's entire gaze.

"It is this kind of power that can help me break through."

Ruoxue instantly realized that Xizhu had not lied to her. Surrounded by this black energy, the rock-solid barrier within her body seemed to begin to loosen slightly.