Chapter 443 Little Devil Zhu Shi
Asking the "Preacher's" head, of course, doesn't mean exploring his subjective memories; we've already uncovered that information through questioning. I mean using Asahi's historical rewinding skills to investigate his objective activities during his lifetime.
"How did you suddenly pull this guy's head out of your flames... I remember you couldn't directly turn others into flames, could you?" Zhu Shi said.
“To be precise, what can’t be transformed into flames is the living, while this head is an inanimate object, which in my mind is considered my trophy, so it can also be put into the flames,” I said.
"You cut off other people's heads and treat them as your own? I feel that your mentality is quite terrible in some ways," Zhu Shi said. "According to your mechanism of free judgment, doesn't that mean that as long as you can objectify all humans in your mind, you can turn anyone you come into contact with into your own flame?"
“That’s right,” I said. “Based on my previous experiments with my abilities, I can materialize insects and small animals, as well as almost all plants, in my mind and then transform them into the form of flames.”
"Previously, there were size limitations on these targets because one of the requirements for transforming them into flames was that the target had to be one of my personal belongings. Since it was personal, the size couldn't be too large. However, I recently discovered that I can actually change the shape and size, and reconstruct a sufficiently large body using flames. In this way, objects such as cars and buildings can also be regarded as targets the size of personal belongings."
"Of course, all of the above has a major premise: I must be able to regard them as my own possessions. And given my current lifestyle where I can be treated like a god wherever I go, it's not entirely impossible for me to transform into a personality that regards any object... or even anyone, as my own possession in the future..."
Zhu Shi quickly said, "I think you're best the way you are now, Senior Brother Zhuang! It would be terrible if you really became someone who objectifies everyone and treats them all as his own possessions."
“That’s what I think too,” I said.
That kind of personality isn't actually that rare in Luoshan. Extreme superhumanists pursue a world where ordinary people are treated as resources and expendable material. If such a person possessed my superpowers, they could probably do what I described with ease. Perhaps Mingzhuo also has that kind of personality.
The more uninhibited a mind is, the more fully it can unleash its extraordinary power. I increasingly feel that the ruling class, which imposes countless rules and regulations on itself, may not be a match for the transcendent class. The fortune teller seems to believe that a world where transcendence reigns supreme will ultimately be defeated by the creativity of countless ordinary people, and that civilization will eventually return to a ruling class order where demon hunters and ordinary people work together. But will things really turn out the way he says?
Or, as Taoyuan Xiangzhu said, is the current conflict in Luoshan about "which is more correct, transcendence or governance" merely a superficial and low-level discussion?
Then again, how come all these Great Impermanences are so concerned about the world...? I couldn't help but think that. But perhaps it's normal; for Great Impermanences who can influence the order of the human world with a mere gesture, it's probably more difficult not to think about things from the perspective of the world. Great Impermanences like me and Mingzhuo, who are only thinking about ourselves, are probably quite rare.
Perhaps I'm just not used to it right now, but in the near future, I might unconsciously develop a sense of "having the world in my heart." This isn't a matter of magnanimity or vision; it's simply because I've already reached this position.
"You'd better put the 'Preacher's' head away quickly, it's still dripping blood!" Zhu Shi's words pulled me back to reality.
I apologized, then put the head away and used the flames to clean up the bloodstains on the ground. The flames, which had a targeted killing effect, were also excellent at cleaning; the ashes could be collected into the flames.
I was being inconsiderate earlier. This villa isn't just home to Zhu Shi and the unconscious Zhu Jiu; Zhu Shi's grandmother is also there. Unlike the battle-hardened Zhu Shi and Mr. Zhu, Zhu Shi's grandmother isn't a demon hunter, and it's not appropriate to let her see something so bloody.
Speak of the devil, and he appears! At that moment, Zhu Shi's grandmother also walked into the living room and, as if treating a child who had come to visit her home, brought me a fruit platter.
I had met the other party once when I escorted Chang'an, who had been kidnapped by the strange shadow clone, back to the Zhu family mansion. The other party still looked kind and gentle, and spoke in a tone as gentle as a spring breeze, asking me if I had any plans to stay that night.
Zhu Shi asked doubtfully, "Hmm? Zhuang Cheng can go home to sleep anytime, so there's no need for him to stay at our house, right? Although I have no objection at all..."
"Don't say that, Xiao Shi. You two are engaged, so it makes sense to start by sleeping together to get used to each other, doesn't it?"
Grandmother Zhu Shi seemed to have heard a lot from Mr. Zhu, including my engagement with Zhu Shi.
I felt that Zhu Shi's grandmother was trying to create a romantic atmosphere between Zhu Shi and me, but Zhu Shi herself didn't seem to realize anything, nor did she understand that "sleeping together" meant more than just sleeping under the same roof. She just nodded and said, "That seems to make sense..."
Seeing her granddaughter's blank expression, Zhu Shi's grandmother sighed deeply and said, "Little Shi, I've already heard from your grandfather that you plan to have a purely physical relationship with Xiao Cheng, is that right?"
“Well, that’s true, but isn’t there something wrong with how you put it?” Zhu Shi said.
Grandmother Zhu said earnestly, "You can't be satisfied with just this relationship, or you'll definitely regret it later."
“What do you mean by ‘merely satisfied with this relationship’? It’s as if I’m some kind of infatuated woman who’s after Senior Brother Zhuang’s body!” Zhu Shi shouted.
"Well then, I won't disturb you two any longer. I'm getting old and my energy isn't what it used to be, so I need to go to sleep."
Grandma Zhu ignored the noise, taking two steps back before adding, "Also, I'm a very heavy sleeper, and this house is very well soundproofed. No matter what noises come from inside, I won't hear them. You can do whatever you want tonight..."
Zhu Shi seemed to finally understand the unspoken meaning and shouted anxiously, "Grandma—!"
Grandma Zhu smiled and left the living room, leaving only Zhu Shi and me sitting on the sofa.
"I'm sorry, Senior Brother Zhuang, my grandma is actually much more serious than usual..." Zhu Shixin said wearily.
I have a feeling that she said something similar to Mr. Zhu before.
However, Grandma Zhu's words just now also made me have those kinds of thoughts. Mr. Zhu supports my relationship with Zhu Shi, and Grandma Zhu seems to be hinting at and encouraging me to have a relationship with Zhu Shi, especially now that it's late at night and we're alone together. I'm a perfectly healthy man, and it's hard for me to remain calm in the face of the beautiful and graceful Junior Sister Zhu.
Zhu Shi seemed to sense something from my gaze, and his posture immediately became awkward as he cautiously asked, "Um, Senior Brother Zhuang... do you want to do that kind of thing with me?"
She swallowed hard, her voice trembling with nervousness: "...Tonight?"
Since we've agreed to have a child with Zhu Shi, we'll have to do *that* sooner or later. Whether it has to be tonight is another matter. Tonight might be too hasty; I'm not actually that sexually aroused. Besides, doing it behind Ma's back too early wouldn't be good; perhaps I should at least report it to her…
Many thoughts swirled in my mind. Suddenly, I felt that this hesitant, overly cautious approach was too indecisive, and I felt unhappy with myself for it. So I cut through the confusion quickly and simply said one word: "Think."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Shi became even more restless, a blush creeping onto her face. Looking at her like this, she seemed like a perfectly healthy girl, and it was hard to imagine that she actually lacked romantic feelings. However, shame and romantic feelings aren't necessarily linked; she was probably just feeling shy out of social norms. Right now, she was probably thinking about how to reject me.
Unexpectedly, a moment later, she gave this reply: "Um... okay."
"You can?" I was surprised.
“Hmm, sure… But I’m still a little scared,” she said. “I never thought I’d actually be doing that kind of thing so soon… Could you give me some time to prepare myself mentally? My body isn’t fully recovered yet… So not tonight, please give me some time first.”
I can understand the mental preparation, but what does the physical preparation mean? Does she mean she didn't shower? A shower can be quick... Although I don't quite understand, I nodded and asked, "Are you really okay? If you're forcing yourself, then I won't force you."
“I’m not forcing myself. After deciding to have a child with you, I’ve rehearsed this scenario in my mind many times. Taking the time to actually put it into practice will put my mind at ease.” Zhu Shi said, “More importantly, I’ve also thought about it repeatedly. After all, Senior Zhuang is a boy, and he must have accumulated a lot of things. He’s usually with such a cute girl like Ma Zao, so things might get out of hand. But Ma Zao is still young, and it would be inappropriate for things to get out of hand.”
I admit: "That possibility cannot be ruled out."
"Why don't you at least deny it a little bit!"
Zhu Shi first complained, then said, "But you guys should feel a bit better after doing it, right? So I thought if Senior Brother Zhuang does it with me more often, he'll find an outlet, and it won't be easy for him to do anything unsightly with Ma Zao."
"Even if Senior Brother Zhuang becomes addicted to it because of this, as long as I'm here, he can continue to find satisfaction in me."
I never expected Zhu Shi to say something so bold! She must have mustered up a lot of courage to say it. After thinking about it, I nodded seriously: "It's not entirely without reason."
"Right? Although I know very well that saying this might seem shameless for a girl, Senior Brother Zhuang, you can always ask me to do it whenever you feel like it," Zhu Shi said seriously. "But there's one condition: Senior Brother Zhuang, you have to promise me. If you don't promise me, I won't do it with you."
"What are the requirements? I will do my best." I asked curiously.
She smiled and said, "It's a very simple thing. You can keep doing this with me, but please, please, you can't fall in love with me, okay?"
(End of this chapter)
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