NOVEL WEB Chapter 51: Chapter 51: Undercurrents Stirring
After listening to the ins and outs, Lu Jun maintained his composure and asked Lu Mei, "Why is he looking for us?"
Before Lu Mei could speak, Lu Dong feigned kindness and said, "Oh, it's nothing. I just heard you've come to Magic City. If you don't have a place to stay, you can return to the family. We provide free housing."
He then turned to Lu Mei, revealing his true intentions: "It's been over a decade since we last met. You've grown into such a fine young lady. You were adorable as a child, and now you're even more stunning. How about I introduce you to someone…"
As he spoke, he reached out to touch Lu Mei's shoulder.
Upon hearing this, Lu Jun could no longer hold back. What kind of nonsense was this? Harassment disguised as introductions? Just because you're a distant relative, you think you can act so arrogantly and have ulterior motives?
Buzz! Buzz!
One of Lu Jun's eyes gleamed black, and the other white, as he launched an attack. A surge of Psychic energy blasted into Lu Dong's mind.
The combination of Psychic Element and Curse Element was executed perfectly. The mental shock shattered the barriers of Lu Dong's spiritual sea, allowing the Mist of Fear to take effect instantly, amplifying its power several times over—inflicting what could only be described as true damage.
The principle was simple: one ability weakened defenses, while the other inflicted damage.
As Lu Jun's spiritual energy invaded Lu Dong's mental world, he quickly assessed his opponent's strength. Lu Dong was a mid-tier mage. But more importantly, Lu Jun uncovered some sinister thoughts in his mind, making his gaze turn even colder.
So what if he was a mid-tier mage? The Psychic Element restrained all human mages, and when paired with the lethal abilities of the Curse Element, it was even more effective than Metal Element or Water Element at mid-tier when dealing with mages.
Before a spell could even be cast, it was already too late—direct soul annihilation.
In Lu Dong's sensory world, his vision darkened, leaving only Lu Jun standing in front of him. Suddenly, the young man reached out two fingers toward his eyes.
Terrified, Lu Dong tried to move but was horrified to find himself immobilized. Even his star nebula was inaccessible, rendering him as helpless as a mundane person.
Slash!
The "Lu Jun" in front of him jabbed his two fingers into Lu Dong's eyes with lightning speed. Blood splattered everywhere as a piercing sound of flesh being torn apart rang out.
The next moment, Lu Dong felt an unbearable, searing pain. His most vulnerable organs had been struck, causing him to let out a heart-wrenching scream. His vision was pitch black, and his hands, touching his face, were met with the sensation of warm, sticky blood.
The terror overwhelmed him as he imagined the two empty sockets where his eyes should have been, with streams of blood running down his face.
"AAAAHHH!!" Lu Dong went mad. He tried to move his body but found himself paralyzed, as though experiencing sleep paralysis. Only his hands could move, and the relentless pain seemed to stretch on forever.
Swinging his arms wildly in desperation, he tried to grab the young man before him, but there was only empty air. All around him, a cold, detached voice echoed:
"Next time, watch where your eyes wander."
"Oh, wait, there won't be a next time. Show your face in front of me again, and I'll make sure you disappear without a trace."
For some reason, though he should have been blind, Lu Dong could still see a pair of blood-red eyes materialize before him, like the gaze of a demon from the abyss, sending his heart into spasms of uncontrollable fear.
In the pitch-black nightmare, time seemed to stretch endlessly, and the torment dulled his senses.
That voice rang out again, cutting through the darkness:
"Remember this lesson. My sister and I severed ties with the Lu family long ago. We've never relied on the Lu family for anything, so don't try to involve us in your matters."
When Lu Dong finally came to, the nightmare dissipated, and the world around him slowly became clear again. The siblings' figures were long gone, and the bustling noise of the Oriental Pearl Tower filled the air, as if carried by the wind.
He panted heavily, drenched in sweat, collapsing onto the ground.
He was back—back from that terrifying nightmare realm.
Under the Oriental Pearl Tower, passersby glanced curiously at the middle-aged man slumped on the ground, their expressions filled with confusion. But none stopped to help.
After a moment, Lu Dong managed to gather himself, though his eyes still throbbed with phantom pain.
When he closed his eyes and thought of the siblings, that pair of malevolent red eyes surfaced in his mind, haunting him relentlessly. His chest tightened in response, and his face contorted in fear.
Clutching his chest, Lu Dong's expression twisted as onlookers, mistaking him for having a heart attack, quickly backed away.
Not wanting to be the center of attention, he stumbled to his feet and moved toward a dimly lit alley. Leaning against the wall, he gasped for air, thoroughly shaken by his nephew's terrifying power.
Suddenly, his phone vibrated in his pocket. It was some time before he mustered the courage to pull it out and answer.
A low voice came through the receiver: "Well? Did you make contact with her?"
Hearing this, Lu Dong's mind was flooded with thoughts of Lu Mei, and his terror nearly consumed him. Trembling, he growled, "Lu Nian, I'm out. I can't do it. She's my niece, after all, and I can't bring myself to act… Just give up. It's too dangerous."
"I won't contact them again… ever."
The man on the other end paused, puzzled by Lu Dong's incoherent ramblings. Stroking his coarse chin, he pondered.
Initially, he had been casually reviewing potential targets when he stumbled upon the information about Lu Mei. With no close relatives and an exceptional mid-tier cultivation, she seemed like the perfect prey. No one would notice her disappearance.
He had instructed Lu Dong, who was eager to gain his favor, to approach and test the waters.
But now, it seemed the situation wasn't as simple as it had appeared. For a mid-tier mage to be so utterly shaken, there was likely a high-tier powerhouse involved.
Meanwhile, Lu Jun felt a heaviness in his heart. He had only intended to teach Lu Dong a lesson and show some claws, but in doing so, he had accidentally uncovered Lu Dong's thoughts and realized that Lu Nian was the mastermind.
There were no coincidences in such probing. Fortunately, he had severed ties swiftly; otherwise, being targeted could have spelled disaster.
Magic City's four great families—the Mu family, the Lu family, the Bai family, and the Dongfang family.
The Lu family, in particular, was notorious for its unsavory characters. Among them were Lu Nian and his brother Lu Zhenghe.
Lu Nian was a madman who believed his Experimental Demon Element was the path to salvation for humanity, unhesitatingly sacrificing others in his experiments. Mo Fan had fallen victim to his schemes a year and a half later.
At this time, Lu Nian had just begun experimenting on innocent mages and was actively hunting for civilian genius mages.
As for the Demon Element, Lu Jun had to admit, surviving its one-in-ten-thousand odds bestowed an ability to merge elements explosively.
Mo Fan's Demon Element, obtained under these circumstances, became his third cheat and played a crucial role in his rise.
Lu Jun hesitated. "Should I try to obtain the Demon Element?"
Ultimately, he dismissed the thought. The risks outweighed the rewards. His current path was progressing smoothly; there was no need to gamble recklessly.
His sister, Lu Mei, walked quietly beside him. She said nothing about his actions, as she understood they were to protect her.
Deep inside, a trace of sweetness blossomed in her heart.
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