The chilly wind gradually subsided, the drizzle abruptly stopped, and the heavy dark clouds dispersed, revealing the jade cicada shyly. Silvery moonlight spilled onto the muddy path, cool and gentle, illuminating the small puddles in the potholes like sparkling mirrors, bright and dazzling.

Ji Xiaoxiao's spiritual energy circulated naturally and rapidly, ruthlessly dispelling the lingering chill from her body. Feeling warm and comfortable all over, she couldn't help but squint her eyes. Holding the Dissolving Power Powder and the Spirit-Severing Pill that she had forcefully taken from Huang Yanheng, the identities of killer and victim shifted rapidly, and Ji Xiaoxiao was overjoyed.

"If you've got the guts, then kill me!" Huang Yanheng laughed instead of being alarmed. Despite the immense pressure, she stood up cautiously, her chest puffed out, her meaning crystal clear.

Before Ji Xiaoxiao could finish speaking, Su Jieke angrily yelled and cursed at her, "Su Mary, you vile slut who deserves to die! If you dare to hurt a single hair on Xiaoheng's head, I swear I'll make you pay with your life!"

“Su Mali, let me tell you, Xiao Heng is your uncle’s biological daughter, which is also your mother’s long-lost niece. If anything happens to Xiao Heng, do you think your mother will let you off so easily? Your mother has never liked you. As smart as you are, Su Mali, you should think twice before you act. You can’t possibly not understand the consequences.” When a dragon loses its water, even an ant can subdue it. Su Jieke had no choice but to conceal his abilities and avoid confrontation. Every word and action he took was logical and well-organized.

Since the original owner already had this memory, Ji Xiaoxiao was prepared and remained calm and composed. She slowly said, "You are all dead. Who would know that I killed them? How could I, a pitiful daughter who was severely injured by my own mother's whipping, possibly have the strength to deal with the young and strong young master of the Su family and the young lady of the Huang family, who are both highly skilled?"

"You...you..." Su Jieke was speechless with anger, struggling to breathe, and shouted angrily.

"You good-for-nothing who only knows how to bully others, manipulate your parents, and oppress your sister, I've wanted to hit you for a long time." Ji Xiaoxiao smiled and casually kicked Su Jieke. "Hehe... with this kick, half of my frustration and displeasure disappeared. If I kick you a few more times, will I be able to transcend the mortal realm and ascend to immortality?" Ji Xiaoxiao stroked her smooth, jade-like chin, racking her brains to figure out the odds of success.

Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, Su Jieke lived a life of ease from childhood, never having to lift a finger or scold him. With his precious body and dragon blood and phoenix marrow, Su Jieke was terrified and hid in a corner of the prison. He was filled with fear and trepidation, restless and uneasy. He crossed his arms over his chest, clutched his collar, and looked at the killing goddess Ji Xiaoxiao with a pitiful expression.

"It's true what they say: dragons beget dragons, phoenixes beget phoenixes, and rats' sons dig holes... Wait, ptooey, it's nine sons of the dragon, each different from the other. How can siblings born of the same mother be so different in their character!" Ji Xiaoxiao was completely baffled and her head was spinning.

He was, after all, the original owner's brother. Ji Xiaoxiao turned her head away, adhering to the noble belief that out of sight, out of mind, and turned her fire on Huang Yanheng. The gleaming cold light emanating from Ji Xiaoxiao caught Huang Yanheng's eye, and Huang Yanheng subconsciously shivered, goosebumps rising all over her body, and a chill ran down her back.

"Huang Yanheng." Ji Xiaoxiao suddenly called out, and before she could finish her sentence, Huang Yanheng immediately replied, "Yes."

Her eyes were filled with confusion and bewilderment. Ji Xiaoxiao paused for a moment, then burst into laughter. Amidst the ear-piercing laughter that was almost demonic, Huang Yanheng wished she could dig a hole and disappear to avoid making a fool of herself and becoming a laughingstock.

After a moment of joy, Ji Xiaoxiao put the Dissolving Power Powder and the Spirit-Severing Pill into her storage ring, and then took out dozens of silver needles from it. Huang Yanheng's pupils suddenly contracted, and her body trembled involuntarily.

“I aspire to be a thrifty and good wife, and I will never use expensive elixirs unless absolutely necessary. It would be such a waste to use elixirs on someone like you.” Ji Xiaoxiao held up the cold silver needle in her hand. “Silver needles can be used once, washed and cleaned, and are the best choice.”

Ji Xiaoxiao's eyes turned cold, and she acted decisively and swiftly. Huang Yanheng's legs were unsteady, and five silver needles, along with their tips, viciously pierced her body. Huang Yanheng screamed in pain, a long, drawn-out cry that lingered in the air. Pride comes before a fall, desperation brings victory. Ji Xiaoxiao remained calm and composed, pressing her advantage, and one silver needle after another was driven into Huang Yanheng's body.

In just a few breaths, Ji Xiaoxiao's hands were empty; dozens of silver needles had already been inserted into Huang Yanheng's body. Controlled by spiritual power, the needles Ji Xiaoxiao fired roamed freely through the body's blood vessels. In the end, Huang Yanheng's body was riddled with holes and covered in wounds.

Huang Yanheng was preparing to use the Dissolving Power Powder and the Spirit-Severing Pill to cripple her cultivation, sever her path to immortality, and make her wish she were dead. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth; if Ji Xiaoxiao didn't intervene, she would appear petty and unworthy of respect. Forgive me, forgive me.

Huang Yanheng collapsed to the ground, barely breathing, her face deathly pale, weak and powerless, her voice barely audible, "Su Mali, you're ruthless."

Ji Xiaoxiao stepped forward. "We have no past grudges or present enmity, yet you have repeatedly obstructed my secluded cultivation, disturbing my mind and causing my inner demons to fester. For the sake of my master, I will not pursue this matter. But you are ungrateful and have sown discord between me and Su Jieke. When I returned to the Su family this time, I was immediately scolded and whipped by my mother. Besides Su Jieke's assistance, you also played a part in slandering me without distinguishing right from wrong."

"How funny, how really funny, Su Mali, you can only blame yourself for not being loved by your parents." Huang Yanheng was eloquent and flattering, her silver tongue could win over anyone.

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