The world doesn't need succubi to save it.

Moreover, the higher someone's status, the more others feel the urge to bring them down.

Blasphemy, defilement, corruption... topics that get them excited just to talk about.

That's human nature, only more so for men.

At that moment, Ning Feng seized the precious opportunity and stood behind Xilin, gently massaging her shoulders.

He didn't grope or grope her; on the contrary, his technique was very professional and proper, giving off the impression of a serious massage.

The heat emanating from his palms and the aura emanating from his body felt like a tiny hand scratching at Shirin's heart.

"We don't know much about each other, but I will try my best to show you the real me."

Just like I said before.

We need to... get to know each other.

"I know who today's welcoming ceremony was prepared for, and it really impressed me."

Nonsense, you were clearly looking at me the whole time!

Shirin wanted to complain, but she didn't say anything, feeling that saying it would make the atmosphere even stranger.

"I am very grateful for this."

The awe stems from the disparity in power, which inspires longing.

The gratitude stemmed from the unspoken attitude expressed by Shirin.

Some things are acceptable, but they shouldn't be taken to extremes.

This is how Shirin expresses her feelings for the two of them.

If Xilin truly has no interest in Ning Feng, and if everything he did before was meaningless...

She wouldn't care about his feelings at all.

The strong caring about the feelings of the weak is their freedom, not a rule.

The world is a place where the strong disregard the feelings of the weak and act recklessly.

Ning Feng could be severely punished with just the charge of "dereliction of duty," let alone the charge of "offending a legend."

"Moreover, thanks to your reputation, I've saved myself a lot of trouble."

"I lied about the crow's question to me earlier."

!!!

Xilin never expected things to turn out this way; Ning Feng actually dared to deceive even the courthouse!

And yet, no flaws have been discovered!?

"you……"

How did you do that?

Do you even know what you're doing?

Her voice became somewhat low, and Shirin unconsciously became a little angry.

It wasn't because Ning Feng lied, but because of the person he lied to.

That's a courtroom!

Even Shirin herself didn't dare to confront the court directly. She had already done her best by using her legendary status to get them to enforce the law gently. She couldn't even directly stop Raven.

And Ning Feng actually dared to lie to the court!?

He is a gambler.

If things are exposed, unless Xilin directly defectes with Ning Feng, she really has no way to protect Ning Feng.

Moreover, what angered Xilin even more was that she knew very well that she was not yet capable of doing that for Ning Feng.

At least for now, Xilin cannot abandon everything for Ning Feng.

But compared to the somewhat angry Xilin, Ning Feng's expression was very relaxed, and he chuckled:

"Don't worry, I'll only tell you about this."

I can't tell Jiang Wan everything, I need to lie to Crow, and I need to conceal the reports from everyone else...

Ning Feng planned to tell Xilin the truth.

Because she had little entanglement with Li Tian, ​​because her strength wouldn't be affected, and because Ning Feng needed someone to listen.

At least, besides Ariana, Ning Feng wanted others to know what he had done.

"It's just a small experiment."

Because of Shirin's statement, the Raven's investigation actually simplified many details.

This includes probing into details, assessing psychological state, and having the person being questioned make a vow, among other things.

Because Shirin was present, the crow did not use magic to verify the truthfulness of Ning Feng's every word, but instead handed over the results of the verification to the props of the court.

This gave Ning Feng an opportunity to exploit the situation, so he first tentatively told a lie.

Li Tiandu committed suicide.

Then, after realizing that the other party had not immediately noticed, he changed his tune and began to refine his performance.

Finally, when signing the contract with that item, he said:

From my perspective... there's nothing false about these things.

In other words, Ning Feng believed that everything was as it was and there was no problem.

As for the truth, that's another matter, and it has nothing to do with him.

("Oh, actually, it doesn't need to be so complicated. Their contract isn't binding on you at all.")

In addition, Ning Feng also had the confidence to remain undetected because of the guarantee from the scoundrel Black Cat.

("After all, you're my contractor! What's wrong with ignoring them? Go ahead and play with your lies~")

Although Ariana said that, it never hurts to be more cautious. Ning Feng carefully completed his previous attempt without leaving any flaws.

"There were mostly no lies, but in the end he didn't just obediently let me kill him, and we had a fierce battle."

The massage didn't stop; Ning Feng helped Xilin relax the muscles in her shoulders, whispering:

"Then... I personally cut off his head and purified his body."

He personally ensured that his body was never recovered.

Shirin wanted to say something, but didn't know where to begin.

What's the difference?

"Is it really worth it for you to do all this?"

Is it worth taking such a big risk?

Is it worth it? Maybe...

Noticing Xilin's confusion, Ning Feng released his kneading hand, somewhat moved:

“He did make a mistake, and his merits and demerits cannot offset each other; I understand all of that.”

"As a Watcher, all I can do is make him pay the price he deserves."

"But, as someone who has received his kindness, I still hope that he can have a not-too-bad ending."

The hero of the past is dead; what appeared there before was merely a monster in his skin.

That's it.

The final verdict, a conclusion that may be insignificant to others, is of paramount importance to Li Tiandu.

Do you know what his last words to me were?

With a slight headache, Ning Feng smiled helplessly, mimicking Li Tiandu's tone from back then, and whispered in his ear:

"You've grown up..."

A cunning fellow.

Logically speaking, Ning Feng should let things develop as they will, distance himself from the trial, and avoid any connection with the court.

But he did it anyway, without much hesitation.

This was the last thing Ning Feng did for Li Tiandu, as a son of man, for that final sentence.

After saying that, Ning Feng fell into a daze and didn't speak, and Xilin was also silent.

She found that she always remained silent when facing Ning Feng.

I don't know what to say.

Having lost her family at a young age, Xilin had never experienced such a cruel choice and couldn't distinguish whether Ning Feng's actions were right or wrong.

However, Ning Feng's approach may have been wrong, but it made Xilin more accepting of it.

An ordinary person with flaws is more acceptable and more real than a perfect moral exemplar.

Moreover, from Ning Feng's explanation, Xilin sensed the pain he was masking with rationality.

She felt a pang of sympathy.

After hesitating for a moment, Xilin did not turn around, but instead raised her hand and gently grasped Ning Feng's hand that was resting on her shoulder.

It was as if they wanted to share some of their strength with him.

Startled by Xilin's movement, Ning Feng paused for a moment, then gently returned her grip.

"……Thanks."

Because of her tacit approval, and because she never asked any further questions.

Tentatively, Ning Feng leaned down and gently hugged Xilin from behind.

Ning Feng's slow movements gave Xilin a lot of time to react, but after hesitating for a moment, Xilin acquiesced to his actions.

It was just a hug anyway, and it's not a big deal now.

Many things become simple once you've done it the first time.