Elder Xi

We walked past the outer sect gate and into the inner sect. Compared to the outer sect, this area was significantly larger and grander. A large wall surrounded it keeping anyone from trespassing or escaping.

The path we travelled was wide and clean, paved with stone tiles. Several disciples marched through these paths in orderly lines. Some had small bags on their backs while others carried weapons.

They looked tired but they pushed onwards. Perhaps they returned from a long journey outside the sect or maybe they're heading somewhere to perform their duty as a disciple. It didn't matter either way.

Finally we arrived at a small pavilion in the heart of the inner sect. Its architecture was magnificent. I had never seen anything similar. A golden dragon carved perfectly into the walls that circled the building. I felt a certain aura radiating from it.

This pavilion must house the most powerful elders in the sect.

We walked up the stairs leading to the entrance and stepped inside the building. The interior design was identical to the exterior. A large golden dragon sprawled its wings across the ceiling and tail along the floors.

A pair of a man and a woman stood before us with their backs facing me. Their clothes were unlike anything I'd ever seen. They wore red cloaks adorned with gold ornaments. Their robes hung loose around them as if they belonged to children twice their size.

The man had silver hair that extended beyond his waist. The woman however, looked extremely young with black silky hair tied up into a bun behind her head. She had a small mole on her neck which drew my gaze instantly.

Their presence intimidated me to say the least. My gut told me that these people must have cultivation levels exceeding mine greatly. The man and woman turned their heads slightly towards us before they resumed conversing with each other.

Elder Wang bowed deeply towards the two and stated respectfully ‘Greetings Core Elders! I'm here to introduce the recent champion of the tournament.’

The two of them stopped talking and faced us fully now. The woman had a gentle smile on her face while the man seemed cold.

The man glared at me intensely before turning on his heels and storming out the pavilion.

I frowned in confusion as I turned towards the woman for answers. Thankfully she picked up on my cue. ‘Do not mind him, child. He does not actually dislike you. He is just grumpy.’ The woman revealed to me.

Her words relieved me somewhat although I still remained skeptical.

‘Do not fret, you do not need to concern yourself with him.' She smiled warmly at me as she finished speaking. ‘Let me reintroduce myself since Wang here failed to do so earlier. My name is Xi, elder Xi.’

Her voice reminded me of Xiulan somehow. They sounded identical almost.

Could there be a connection between the two?

‘It’s nice to meet you, elder. I’m Aki, formerly a outer sect disciple, newly crowned inner sect disciple!’ I exclaimed excitedly with a smile on my face.

Her eyes lit up at my enthusiasm. ‘So young and so energetic! I'm glad to hear it!’ She clapped her hands joyfully as she spoke. ‘Let's cut straight to business then shall we? First of all congratulations are in order!’

As soon as she spoke those words several servants rushed forth carrying many things behind them. I noticed among those items were the robes that elder Wang mentioned earlier.

Elder Xi waved her hand in a circular motion and ordered the servants to depart. They bowed respectfully before fleeing the scene like their lives depended on it. I wondered why they acted so fearful but quickly ignored the thought when Xi spoke to me.

‘Very good! Now turn your attention towards that wall over there.’ Xi gestured towards a large stone wall to my right. The wall itself was empty besides a few decorative drawings of mythical creatures drawn on it.

‘Alright,’ I agreed simply as I focused my gaze upon the wall.

I heard Xi murmur some incantation before pointing the jade tablet at the wall. Suddenly it began to flash rapidly causing me to squint my eyes.

I watched with surprise as the glowing tablet projected a picture onto the wall. The image depicted Xiulan sitting on the bed beside mine with a look of pure bliss. I gasped as I realized where this was going. Sure enough, Xiulan began undoing my trousers and pulling out my dick.

The entire thing unfolded before my eyes. From her touching me to the part where Elder Wang interrupted us. I was shocked.

The last scene disappeared as the tablet stopped glowing. I turned around in horror as I heard a clapping noise coming from behind me.

The claps continued unabated before ceasing. Elder Xi lowered her hands before grinning at me. ‘Mwahaha! You're a naughty boy aren’t you?!’ Her eyes gleamed with amusement. ‘You even dared to do vulgar things with my dear Xiulan!!’ She gave me another round of applause.

I knew I was fucked. Xiulan belonged to a strong family. If word got out about our relationship, Xiulan's reputation would suffer a great blow. Her family and sect would punish her severely. I had to think of something fast.

My mind worked desperately in search of a solution.

There was nothing.

No possible solution existed unless...

I clenched my fist tightly. If it’s for her sake, I'll do anything!

Even risk **** itself!

I charged at Elder Xi. Before I could take three steps a barrier appeared out of nowhere stopping me in my tracks.

‘Brave isn't he?’ Elder Xi chuckled before continuing. ‘But foolish nonetheless. Did you really think you stood a chance against me, child? You’re just a baby to me!’

My teeth ground together in frustration. So, she really is too strong.

I reached deep within myself and grasped my power completely, embracing it without fear or hesitation. I unleashed my Devourer technique to its fullest potential.

Every cell within my body screamed as pain overwhelmed me. Black energy swirled around me like a vortex threatening to consume everything nearby.

The air rippled from my sheer might. The barrier blocking me cracked but stayed intact. A voice whispered in my ear urging me forward.

"Keep pushing Aki!"

I growled defiantly before adding more strength to my attack. The cracks grew wider. The air vibrated furiously before bursting into flames from my heat. It was hard to breath.

Every strand of muscle strained beneath my skin. Blood vessels popped from my forehead one after the other.

The barrier shattered and sent me stumbling towards Elder Xi. I ignored my internal injuries and continued pressing the ****. My consciousness became fuzzy. My vision blurred until it was pitch black.