Ji Mo rubbed his eyes and observed for a moment, a strange expression appearing on his face. He scoffed dismissively, "Putting on a show, how boring."
He saw through everything, discovering that the golden dragon before him was fake, merely an illusion.
The mysterious creature was stunned. It prided itself on its unparalleled illusionary arts, and with the abundant dragon energy in this place, the manifested true dragon should have been indistinguishable from reality. It shouldn't have been seen through.
Ji Mo continued to advance rapidly, soon reaching the end of the staircase.
"To have walked the entire Path of Enlightenment so casually, not only without pausing but with such astonishing speed, could this kid's talent, disposition, and aptitude be defying heaven?"
The mysterious creature murmured, finding everything it witnessed unreal.
The staircase Ji Mo walked was actually a rare treasure called the Path of Enlightenment, consisting of nine hundred and ninety-nine steps.
Simply put, the Path of Enlightenment was a measuring artifact that tested a creature's talent, disposition, aptitude, Dao heart, and more. The faster and higher one climbed, the more boundless their future.
Ji Mo had completed it in one go, as if on a leisurely stroll, truly shocking the mysterious creature.
As far as it knew, there was no creature in the Profound Spirit Realm with such terrifying talent.
"First, I'll trap this brat. Once I've finished the wedding night, I'll figure out how to deal with him."
The mysterious creature raised its hand and cast a few incantations, a powerful energy permeating the area and completely sealing the exit of the staircase.
It revealed a sly smile, "Little darling Xixi, let's begin the wedding ceremony."
At this moment, Song Wei Xi was adorned in a phoenix coronet and ceremonial robes, dressed as a bride. Her original beauty and figure were already perfect, but now she was breathtakingly stunning.
Song Wei Xi's face was deathly pale, her teeth clenched in anger. Her cultivation had been sealed, and because she had previously cursed this shameless thing, her voice was also silenced.
Looking at the approaching figure, she was filled with rage.
Curiosity truly killed the cat. Merely touching a stone had led her into this predicament, teleported here and forced into marriage.
"If anyone can save me, I'll pledge myself to them."
A look of despair crossed Song Wei Xi's face. After the wedding ceremony, it would be the wedding night. How could her pure body be defiled by this creature?
"Don't be angry, little darling Xixi. Once we've had the ceremony and consummated our marriage, your husband will lift the restrictions on you."
The mysterious creature grinned so wide its mouth seemed to split to its ears.
This was not an exaggeration; in fact, its mouth did split to its ears, its maw being incredibly astonishing.
The heaven and earth table was already set, red candles were lit, and the large red lanterns hanging around emitted pink radiance, creating a very festive atmosphere.
Song Wei Xi shook her head desperately, her entire body expressing her refusal, but she was beyond her own control and was pulled to the heaven and earth table.
"First bow to heaven and earth..."
The creature shouted, pressing Song Wei Xi's head down, intending to force her to bow.
Boom!
Just then, there was a loud explosion.
This space violently shook.
A figure suddenly appeared – it was Ji Mo, the simpleton.
He saw the staircase exit blocked by a film of light. Without a word, he threw a few punches, smashing it open and barging in.
"Yo, having a wedding ceremony!"
Ji Mo focused his gaze and saw Song Wei Xi, dressed in red, marrying... marrying something he couldn't even identify.
That thing, first and foremost, was definitely not human.
It was entirely green, with a toad-like face and an enormous mouth, its body resembling a lizard. It stood upright, wearing a groom's attire.
Song Wei Xi, hearing the human voice, was filled with excitement, thinking she was saved. But upon turning and seeing it was Ji Mo, the hope in her eyes instantly dimmed.
What use was a mortal? Was he just food?
"Miss Song, this is not right. Secretly eloping with someone, don't you know your old father is worried sick? As expected, a daughter grows up and leaves her parents. To find a man to marry without telling the family."
Ji Mo began to lecture.
Poor Dean Song, worrying about his daughter's safety, could never have imagined he was about to become a father-in-law.
What?
Hearing Ji Mo's words, Song Wei Xi froze.
What elopement?
Would she fancy this ugly monster? Besides, didn't he have eyes? Couldn't he tell she was being forced?
She couldn't speak, so she could only keep signaling to Ji Mo.
Ji Mo ignored her, his gaze falling on the green creature. He murmured, "Indeed, if life is to go smoothly, one must have a little green on their head."
He gave the green creature a thumbs-up, exclaiming, "Bro, you're awesome!"
To be so unsightly and yet to attract a beauty like Song Wei Xi was truly a model for us all.
The green creature stood still, its face filled with shock. Ji Mo had actually broken through the light barrier he had set with brute force; it was terrifying.
Song Wei Xi seized the opportunity to break free from the green creature's grasp and rushed towards Ji Mo. Then, she fiercely stomped on his foot, hating this nonsensical scoundrel.
But out of fear, she immediately grabbed Ji Mo's arm, clinging to him tightly.
At this moment, Ji Mo was her lifeline.
"Hey, Miss Song, what are you doing? Let go, your husband is watching. Don't you see his big eyes are about to pop out?"
Ji Mo struggled, trying to shake off Song Wei Xi's entanglement.
Then, he let out a pained scream.
Song Wei Xi, unable to contain her anger, pinched the soft flesh on his waist with her fingers and twisted it three hundred and sixty degrees.
"Shrew!"
Ji Mo gritted his teeth in pain.
"Hero saving the beauty, huh?"
"Stealing my Long Dazui's woman, huh?"
"And deliberately showing affection in front of me, huh?"
Long Dazui's eyes were bloodshot, his gaze spewing endless rage. With every step he took, he uttered a question.
Ji Mo waved his hands; he didn't have these intentions.
"Song Wei Xi, I never thought you were this kind of woman. After all my unwavering sincerity, which has never changed, you are fickle and easily tired of the old for the new."
Long Dazui's claws clenched, making cracking sounds. His large, striking eyes were filled with tears.
"You are this kind of person, I despise you."
Ji Mo shook off Song Wei Xi and moved far away.
"Wuwu, ababa..."
Song Wei Xi shook her head, denying everything.
She had always been chaste and never approached men. How could she be fickle?
"Let's see how you argue!"
Long Dazui snapped his fingers, restoring Song Wei Xi's ability to speak.
"Ugly monster, you're talking nonsense, utter drivel. I don't know you at all," Song Wei Xi retorted eagerly.
"You used to call me 'little cutie,' and now you call me 'ugly monster.' Xixi, we were childhood sweethearts, and now you treat me like this. My heart aches so much."
Long Dazui beat his chest, appearing immensely sorrowful.
"Miss Song, truly, one cannot judge a book by its cover. So you are this kind of bad woman who plays with people's feelings."
Ji Mo immediately sided with Long Dazui.
He could tell that Long Dazui's emotions were genuine and he didn't seem to be lying. So, he comforted him, "My friend, the more beautiful a woman is, the less you should trust her. Consider it a lesson learned."
"It's you, you bastard, who interfered in my relationship with Xixi! I'm going to kill you!"
Long Dazui roared, opening his cavernous mouth and lunging at Ji Mo.