Chapter 230 – Impending Death (2)

It wouldn't be that easy. Li Yun was aware of this. Even a powerful, high-ranking demon like the fox spirit wouldn't be able to remove the black magic spell on Su Daji without spending a considerable amount of energy.

Sighing to himself, he bid goodbye and promised to return as soon as possible.

Su Daji resumed her life, pushing the thoughts about the curse's aftereffects out of her mind. She was afraid of what could happen to her, but she could only put on a brave mask and pretend that she was alright, for the people around her not to worry.

The days went by too slowly for her liking as she waited for Li Yun's return. Every day that he didn't come to see her felt too long for Su Daji. Her anxiousness remained even when Mu Yue was by her side.

"Calm down. Your anxiety is filling my senses." Mu Yue scowled as she glanced at Su Daji, who was trying to preoccupy her mind by reading a book inside her quarters.

Su Daji sighed and lowered the book to her lap. Clearly, her mind wasn't on the book she was reading, and none of the words on it made sense to her.

"Sorry. I can't help but worry. Do you think the amulet would be enough to stop the curse from getting worse?" She asked the white fox.

"Depends on his strength and capability to repel the effects of black magic. The longer you wait for him, the stronger that seed grows within your body," Mu Yue replied.

"Then, what would happen to me if we wouldn't be able to get rid of it on time?"

When the white fox didn't answer immediately, Su Daji knew then that she could only wait for her impending death by then. The next possible solution to get rid of the black magic seed was for the ninth prince to completely remove it from her.

Alas, she and Mu Yue knew that it would never happen.. unless Su Daji conceded and accepted the ninth prince's proposition.

Finally, on the tenth day of waiting, Li Yun came back and arrived at the Su Estate late at night. Others would have denied and frowned upon his late-night visit, but not Su Daji. The moment she heard that Li Yun had arrived, she immediately asked her maidservants to dress her up and allow their guest to wait for her at the main hall.

Li Yun didn't wait for too long before Su Daji arrived and met him together with the white fox. He looked exhausted, with the bags under his eyes darkening; as if he hadn't had a good night's sleep for some time now.

Seeing him like this made Su Daji feel guilty. He wouldn't be in this situation if not for her.

"Brother Yun, why come this late? You should have delayed this meeting," she said as soon as she had taken a seat across from him.

Li Yun shook his head and passed an amulet to her.

"How could I choose to delay this meeting? Your life is in danger. I can't possibly sleep peacefully at night, knowing that you are waiting for my return." He smiled, but it quite didn't reach his eyes due to exhaustion.

Su Daji fiddled with the amulet and could feel a sudden change in her body as soon as she did. She felt warm and cold at the same time.

"Thanking Brother Yun for this amulet," she replied. "How do I use this anyway?"

"Just wear it like a normal necklace and keep it close to your body," Li Yun explained. "This should prevent the black magic seed from growing inside your body further. In the meantime, try to limit your encounters with other people. Don't allow anyone to touch you, or else your body might get a reaction.

"I have yet to identify what kind of black magic was placed on you, but I promise.. I will find a long-term solution to this problem, Daji."

Su Daji's eyes were rimmed with tears, and she nodded. What Li Yun had done for her was already enough for her to feel grateful for his help.

Meanwhile, the white fox telepathically conversed with the young shaman.

"The seed has already ingrained itself into Daji's heart. I'm afraid that it wouldn't be easy to remove it now without killing her." The white fox didn't dare to lie about the young lady's current condition.

The smile on Li Yun's face faltered as he turned his head to look at the white fox. He was shocked by the revelation, but he recovered from it immediately, hiding his thoughts from the young lady in front of him.

"Since it's already too late, why don't you spend the night here, Brother Yun? I'll ask my maidservants to prepare a quarter for you," Su Daji suggested.

Li Yun nodded in agreement. He would need some time to have a private conversation with the white fox later, out of Su Daji's earshot. He must know how serious the problem had become.. and if he still could do anything to save the young woman's life.

An hour later, Mu Yue went to the private courtyard where Li Yun would be staying until the morning came. He had already taken a bath and was donned in clean robes, getting ready to retire for the night. The white fox appeared in the garden, which he immediately sensed.

He had taken a seat by the porch and looked at the crescent moon above them. He let out a deep breath and rubbed his temple.

"I didn't know that it would proceed so fast. I should have come back sooner," he murmured, but it was loud enough for Mu Yue to hear.

"It can't be helped. The black magic curse left on her is quite persistent, to be honest. Even I would have a hard time dealing with it. I have never encountered this kind of black magic in my long life." The fox admitted.

"Then.. can't we do anything to stop it from growing?" Li Yun questioned her.

"You should know the answer to this question better, Little Shaman. Pulling out the seed could also put a strain on her heart, which could lead to death."

The young shaman frowned.

If even the fox couldn't help Su Daji, then this left them with no other choice.. but for him to extract the seed from the young lady's body himself. Alas, it was easier said than done. After all, extracting such a seed filled with concentrated magic would require a lot of spiritual energy from him. historical

While it's true that he was born with innate strong spiritual powers, it was like a ticking bomb waiting to explode. One mistake during the ritual could lead not only him, but also Su Daji, to their own deaths.

"Then, what does the ninth prince want from her? How did she end up meeting such a devious person?"

"The ninth prince has taken a liking to her and wants to take her as his concubine. In return, he promised to leave the Su province and wouldn't dare to step on this land ever again. You should know by now what kind of life is waiting for her if she agrees."

Li Yun frowned deeper. Of course, he knew.

It wouldn't be easy for Su Daji to lead such a kind of life. Moreover, he also knew that her heart was already set for another man she could never be with. Although Su Daji hadn't voiced it out, it was clear that her adoptive brother, Jiang Mo, would be the only one for her.

"This ninth prince wouldn't be able to threaten Daji easily. If there's something one should know about her, she could be stubborn at times, refusing to listen to anyone once she had made up her mind.

"But using peace and the lives of her constituents against her is really too low of the ninth prince. I didn't expect that he could be this repulsive."

"Daji is fighting his influence as much as she can. I could tell by the way she refused to let him invade her dreams late at night. He is subtly trying to place her under his control, but I have to say this young lady has a strong willpower."

The fox then focused on listening to Su Daji's breathing. She could tell that the young lady was deep asleep in her quarters.

Li Yun chuckled upon hearing her words. He couldn't agree more with her.

"That's something I admire about her. Actually, I knew that she was sensitive to this kind of mental attack, but I have to say I was quite shocked that she could communicate with you. Perhaps she has been too exposed to your great power.. that she developed the power to resist the ninth prince's influence for so long."

Suddenly, the white fox turned her head to the east, sensing a new person with great spiritual power.. A grim reaper had just arrived.