Chapter 660: She Is Yours Now

Jiang Fan's heart skipped a beat. After three breaths of silence, he still removed his Turtle Breath Cloak. A wry smile appeared on his face. "Elder, you have sharp eyes. You saw through my hiding place here a long time ago, didn't you?"

For some reason, the old woman's eyes gave him a penetrating feeling, as if there was nowhere to hide. It was as if she could see right through him.

The old woman gave a hoarse chuckle. "Did I even need to look? I knew yesterday when you arrived."

"What?" Jiang Fan's pupils constricted. They thought they had hidden here undetected. But in fact, the Silver Fox Clan Leader knew all along? He looked utterly bewildered. "Then why didn't you apprehend us? This place is a forbidden area for your Silver Fox Clan; outsiders are prohibited from entering."

The old woman calmly replied, "We have never prohibited outsiders from entering. It's just that no outsider has ever gained the trust of our clan members enough to be brought here. You must be the first. I'm guessing you saved Xiao Ya's life?"

Jiang Fan felt a secret chill of awe. This Silver Fox Clan Leader was indeed an extremely wise person. He braced himself and replied, "Yes. I encountered people from Jiangshan Yipin Tower and, by chance, rescued some individuals from them. Unfortunately, the journey was dangerous, and I only managed to bring back Xiao Ya successfully. Two other members of your esteemed clan died en route."

The old woman looked at Jiang Fan with a meaningful gaze. "By chance, you say... Hmm, let's just say that for now." It was clear that she suspected Jiang Fan hadn't merely 'saved' the three clan members in the literal sense. It was very likely he had killed the people from Jiangshan Yipin Tower. But she didn't expose him. She nodded slightly and said, "I am Jiu Yinzhu, the Silver Fox Clan Leader. On behalf of the Silver Fox Clan, I thank you, Young Master Jiang."

Jiang Fan was surprised. "You know me?"

Jiu Yinzhu shook her head slightly. "Not personally. But I know the Sea Charm Demon King. The only human attracting such widespread attention recently, whom she would personally guard, could only be Jiang Fan, right? However, the Sea Charm Demon King's demeanor towards you isn't like that of a guardian. It's more like master and servant. You, the master; she, the servant."

Jiang Fan's pupils contracted again. What keen insight! His relationship with Hai Mei had been seen through so easily. His expression became uncertain. A moment later, he regained his composure.

Jiu Yinzhu gave a hoarse chuckle. "Why aren't you acting? When your secret is discovered, you should kill to silence witnesses."

Jiang Fan cupped his hands and said, "Since Elder Jiu has spoken so frankly, either you possess absolute power and don't fear me silencing you, or you have no malicious intent. Therefore, there's no need to make a move."

Jiu Yinzhu nodded slightly. She showed a look of approval. "As expected of the man who got the better of Yunxia, you are very clever. I like talking to people like you."

At this moment, Concubine Yunxia entered, carrying a medicine pot. The moment she saw Jiu Yinzhu conversing with Jiang Fan, her heart sank. She was so mortified that she wished the ground would swallow her whole. She lowered her head and said, "Clan Leader! I'm sorry, Yunxia has brought shame upon you and the Fox Demon Clan." With Jiang Fan discovered, there was no need for explanations. She could already imagine the look of disappointment on the Clan Leader's face.

Jiang Fan's mouth twitched. "Alright! Elder Jiu already knows you came to my room last night."

Concubine Yunxia's eyes widened. "Clan Leader, he and I are completely innocent! I entered his room by mistake, without knowing!"

Jiu Yinzhu waved her hand dismissively. "Close the door! Stand aside and don't speak." Did she not know Concubine Yunxia's character? There was no need for any explanation.

Jiang Fan rubbed his nose, feeling a little puzzled. "Elder, why didn't you stop it yesterday? Weren't you afraid of something unpredictable happening?"

Jiu Yinzhu didn't answer directly. Instead, she counter-questioned, "What do you think of Yunxia?"

Jiang Fan frowned slightly. "Her temper is a bit poor, but other than that, she's fine."

Concubine Yunxia immediately bristled. *You little rascal, when have I ever lost my temper if you didn't provoke me? And you have the nerve to say I have a bad temper? The things you did, are those things a human would do?* She was about to speak, but a look from Jiu Yinzhu forced her to close her mouth.

"Fine is good." Jiu Yinzhu nodded slightly. "Then I'll give you a chance to 'obtain' her. Do you want it?"

Concubine Yunxia was stunned. What kind of outrageous words were these? Jiang Fan was choked up, his mind reeling. He said, "Elder, I don't understand what you're saying." Such words, from the mouth of the Silver Fox Clan Leader? Or had he misunderstood the meaning of "obtain her"?

Jiu Yinzhu calmly stated, "Sleep with her. Is that direct enough?"

Jiang Fan almost spurted out a mouthful of blood. He quickly said, "Elder, please don't joke! Sleep with Concubine Yunxia? The Demon Emperor's wife? That's like asking for death!"

Jiu Yinzhu said indifferently, "I never joke with people. Do one thing for me, and Yunxia will be yours. Whether you take her as a wife, a concubine, or even just sleep with her occasionally, it will be entirely up to you."

"Clan Leader!" Concubine Yunxia's face was crimson with shame, and she stamped her foot in agitation. How could the Clan Leader say such a thing? Not to mention, she was a married woman. Even if she were unmarried, it wouldn't be appropriate to speak like that, would it? It was too preposterous!

Jiang Fan's brow furrowed, and he quickly interjected, "Elder, please reconsider. I have no improper thoughts about Concubine Yunxia whatsoever. For something like this, please find someone else." He felt ignored, because from start to finish, Jiu Yinzhu hadn't asked him if he was interested in Concubine Yunxia.

"What's wrong? Is Yunxia not beautiful enough?" Jiu Yinzhu asked calmly.

Jiang Fan glanced at Concubine Yunxia. Even though she was glaring at him indignantly at that moment, it didn't detract in the slightest from her stunning beauty. "Her reputation as a celestial beauty is known throughout both the human and demon races. Who am I to say she's not beautiful?"

Jiu Yinzhu continued, "Is her figure not good enough? You certainly had your share of touching last night, didn't you?"

Jiang Fan's face flushed, and he cleared his throat. "Ahem, Elder, let's not talk about that."

Jiu Yinzhu then asked, "Is it because she's another man's wife?"

Jiang Fan fell silent. If he were to say he felt nothing for Concubine Yunxia, this was likely the biggest obstacle. Just the thought of Concubine Yunxia serving the Demon Emperor, no matter how breathtakingly beautiful she was, diminished any interest Jiang Fan might have.

Jiu Yinzhu's brows relaxed slightly. "Then you don't need to worry. Yunxia is still a virgin."

Jiang Fan stared at Concubine Yunxia with a look of utter astonishment. His eyes were filled with disbelief. How could that be? With Concubine Yunxia's unparalleled beauty, the Demon Emperor would have to be an exception to his gender. Otherwise, how could he possibly restrain himself? And with the Demon Emperor's absolute dominance, if he wanted Concubine Yunxia, would she dare refuse? Even if she had the courage to resist, if the Demon Emperor resorted to force, Concubine Yunxia wouldn't be able to protect herself, would she? She had been married to the Demon Emperor for so many years, yet she was still a virgin? This was utterly preposterous!