Chapter 26: A Honey Trap

What the system did not know was that its comprehensive assessment of Yang Xuan was deeply flawed. Not only did it fail to detect any of his magical artifacts, but it even misclassified him as a mere Ghost General.

Inside the hotel, after enjoying a hearty meal, Yang Xuan lay on his bed, pondering the ruby he had obtained from the Xihua Ghost King. Before he could study it for long, a terrifying aura invaded the room. The oppressive darkness was so powerful that it seemed to smother the very light, even with the lamps turned on.

"Cackle! Boy, if you know what's good for you, don't resist. It’ll save you some pain!"

The Huangquan Ghost King manifested in the room, his aura fully unleashed. The lights flickered twice before stabilizing, and only then did Yang Xuan see who had arrived.

"Hmm? Aren't you that idiot those four Ghost Kings were talking about the other day?"

"..."

The Huangquan Ghost King fell silent for a moment, an even greater wave of fury surging through him. He allowed the four Ghost Kings to call him an idiot, but to hear it from a human? That was something he could not accept.

"You dare call me an idiot? Very well, I don’t think you have ever experienced what true despair is!"

As he spoke, the Ghost King’s form shifted, and a hideous face materialized in the room. Just as he prepared to strike, Yang Xuan activated his Yin Theater Master System, summoned the Ghost Banner, and waved it twice.

"The Ghost Banner?"

"How is that thing in your hands?"

Yang Xuan smirked coldly.

"As far as I know, whoever holds the Ghost Banner has the power to command the entire Soul Clan, whether the holder is a ghost or a human!"

The moment the Huangquan Ghost King saw the banner, he was overcome with the desire to possess it. An object capable of commanding the entire Soul Clan must never fall into human hands! It was a disgrace to the entire race. However, just as he prepared to attack, each wave of the banner by Yang Xuan released a crushing pressure. This pressure forced the Ghost King into total submission.

"Leader, I shall serve you for eternity and carry out your every command!"

Yang Xuan had only waved it to test the waters, but seeing this reaction, he finally understood the immense power the banner held.

"The hundred thousand Yin Soul Points paid to you at the auction—do you still have them?"

"Yes, my lord, I have them!"

"Give them all to me."

"Understood!"

[Ding! System successfully credited with 100,000 Yin Soul Points! Yin Soul Points can now be used interchangeably with Merit Points!]

***

With the hundred thousand Yin Soul Points secured, Yang Xuan was quite satisfied.

"Go find the Xihua Ghost King and pull out one of his front teeth."

"Yes, leader!"

After sending the Huangquan Ghost King away, a frantic knocking echoed at the door.

"Boy, I know you're in there! Open up, now!"

Judging by the voice, Yang Xuan knew it was Yaoji. The execution of the Demon-Suppressing Talisman had been effective; since a business opportunity had delivered itself to his doorstep, he had to make the most of it.

He opened the door, and as expected, Yaoji sashayed in, her hips swaying seductively, as if no one else existed. Today, she wore a form-fitting professional outfit—a small blazer paired with a pencil skirt that accentuated her curves to perfection, complemented by long legs clad in black silk stockings. She was incredibly alluring.

She walked into the room, plopped down on the bed, crossed her legs, and lit a thin cigarette. As she adjusted her posture, her long legs were revealed in glimpses, causing Yang Xuan to swallow hard. This woman was an absolute enchantress. If he kept her by his side, couldn't he pull off all sorts of elaborate schemes?

Yaoji had no idea what was running through Yang Xuan’s mind