This Is My Planet - Chapter 24 - Chapter 24 – Male And Female Mirror
At this moment, the person whom Yan Wuyue was suspicious of, was facing the host’s provocation at the banquet.
In fact, just after Xia Guixuan found out that Ling Moxue was a celebrity, Zhou Pengcheng started. He had been holding his breath, watching Xia Guixuan and Yin Xiaoru finish an entire dance, and was almost suffocating.
Zhou Pengcheng was unaware of the situation below. The information he received indicated a terrifying explosion in the underground secret cave. According to the plan, it seemed that Yan Wuyue had been blown to death underground.
Frankly speaking, Zhou Pengcheng was somewhat frightened at the thought of a Special Operations Commander being blown up. No matter how much they tried to cover it up as Yan Wuyue dying under the prohibition of a demonic relic, since it was his territory, he would ultimately bear some responsibility.
Fortunately, Yan Wuyue herself was a person who was shunned by certain individuals. Her death might be welcomed by some. If the family exerted some influence, this matter would likely come to an end. Deputy Marshal Gongsun probably wouldn’t keep pressing for just one deceased person.
To this day, Zhou Pengcheng had no idea that the person he was cooperating with wasn’t a divine descendant but the granddaughter of the Senate President, a major celebrity whom he had been dreaming of getting involved with. If he knew, he would probably feel more at ease.
In any case, since she was already blown up, for some people, it might make them more discreet. However, for others, it might stimulate their aggression: If they’ve already killed an important person with no consequence, why bother pretending to be gentlemen with the rest of these insignificant ants?
Now, without the backing of Yin Xiaoru’s connections with Yan Wuyue, who could resist him?
Zhou Pengcheng approached Yin Xiaoru again, extending his hand in invitation. “Xiaoru, care to dance with me?”
Yin Xiaoru sipped her drink, “I’m tired…”
“Heh…” Zhou Pengcheng’s gaze turned somewhat cold. He lowered his voice, “Let me tell you some news first… Can you try contacting your good sister?”
Yin Xiaoru’s face changed slightly. She secretly dialed Yan Wuyue’s number.
No response.
Her expression turned sharp, “Zhou Pengcheng, are you conspiring against a national figure?”
“Misunderstanding, misunderstanding.” Zhou Pengcheng smiled, “General Yan went searching for demonic ruins, so of course, there’s no signal. I just wanted to remind you, she can’t protect you forever.”
Yin Xiaoru said coldly, “Why don’t you just say what you have to say all at once, instead of doing it in installments?”
Zhou Pengcheng suddenly raised his voice, addressing the crowd, “Thank you all for coming to celebrate my birthday. Shall I perform a magic trick for everyone?”
Confused, the crowd responded casually, “Sure, why not.”
Zhou Pengcheng took out a round mirror, saying, “This is a divine descendant’s revealing mirror, similar to our traditional demon-revealing mirror, which shows the true form of a creature. Look…”
Saying this, he aimed the mirror at a potted plant in the corner.
Originally, the potted plant was an exotic breed, resembling a chrysanthemum but not quite, with peony-like colors, a highly valuable decorative piece. However, when the mirror was used, everyone saw it lose its peony colors, revealing its original appearance as a common daisy.
Zhou Pengcheng chuckled, “All creatures can reveal their true appearance. Quite interesting, isn’t it? I wonder if anyone has any exotic breeds they’d like to appreciate?”
The crowd thought sarcastically, appreciate what? This guy is so full of hot air.
Seeing the lukewarm response from the crowd, Zhou Pengcheng didn’t mind. He smiled and turned to Yin Xiaoru, “What do you think, Xiaoru?”
Yin Xiaoru looked extremely displeased. It was clear Zhou Pengcheng was threatening her. Did he already know her identity? If she didn’t agree to some of his demands, would he expose her in public?
Finally breaking his silence, Xia Guixuan spoke, “Is this intended as a gift for my young lady?”
Zhou Pengcheng smiled, “If Xiaoru is willing to marry me, then this is a dowry.”
Yin Xiaoru retorted, “Why don’t you use the mirror on yourself? Take a good look.”
Zhou Pengcheng’s expression turned even colder, “Xiaoru, perhaps you feel confident that even if I reveal your image, I won’t have you? But it seems you’ve forgotten, you have a little demon by your side?”
Yin Xiaoru’s heart skipped a beat. This was bad.
Zhou Pengcheng continued, “I just have to reveal him, and he’ll be seized by the people here. The crime of harboring a spy will be enough to drive you crazy. Truth be told, Yan Wuyue can’t protect you, and your Yin family practically sold you to me. Then…” He paused, showing a sly smile, “You’ll have to kneel and beg me to save you. I’ll need to consider the posture.”
Yin Xiaoru clenched her fists tightly.
Zhou Pengcheng slowly raised the mirror, pointing it toward Xia Guixuan, “This is your last chance. Agree to my proposal, and everything will be forgotten. I’ll count to three… one…”
Yin Xiaoru swiftly stood up and blocked Xia Guixuan.
Xia Guixuan sighed and tapped Yin Xiaoru’s shoulder from behind, “Don’t keep blocking me. You, little gluttonous fox, why always act like a hero?”
Yin Xiaoru exclaimed angrily, “Do you know what situation this is?! I’m blocking here, why don’t you take this chance to run away?!”
“Don’t worry,” Xia Guixuan replied, “His mirror is female. I have a male one. His female mirror is ineffective when faced with a husband.”
Yin Xiaoru stomped her foot in frustration, “This isn’t the time!”
As she finished speaking, Xia Guixuan actually pulled out a mirror from somewhere.
It looked exactly like the one Zhou Pengcheng was holding.
Zhou Pengcheng was stunned, and many around him were equally dazed.
Actually, quite a few people here had already noticed the atmosphere and overheard their conversation. Many ladies were jealous of Yin Xiaoru and eagerly anticipated her embarrassment. Unexpectedly, the bodyguard by her side began a performance, even acting out scenes from Journey to the West.
The two mirrors faced each other. Zhou Pengcheng was so furious he tore off his mask, “You demon, I was giving you face. Since you have no shame, then reveal yourself!”
A radiance shot out from the mirror, and Xia Guixuan reached out, pulling Yin Xiaoru behind him. The light shone on him, but there was no reaction whatsoever.
He hadn’t used any technique at all.
Because he was truly a human, no matter how the mirror reflected him, he was still a human.
Yin Xiaoru was momentarily stunned. First, she furrowed her brow, then quickly broke into a smile.
Whatever the reason, as long as everything was fine.
She leaned out from behind Xia Guixuan, “Hey, now that your female mirror has met its match, why don’t you marry my house’s Sindy?”
Xia Guixuan remained expressionless. “Don’t call me that again.”
Yin Xiaoru: “Hmph.”
Seeing these two bantering, Zhou Pengcheng became purple-faced with anger and forcefully activated his mirror.
The mirror emitted a dazzling light, but Xia Guixuan remained calm.
“Is it the male mirror’s turn to perform now?” Xia Guixuan casually raised the mirror in his hand.
The mirror similarly emitted a glow, shining on Zhou Pengcheng.
In full view of everyone, a tortoise shell appeared on Zhou Pengcheng’s back.
The crowd erupted in surprise, “Young Master Zhou, you…”
Zhou Pengcheng couldn’t see what was on his back and, still in a rage, exclaimed, “Get rid of this demon for me!”
His housekeeper and guards rushed up, not to capture the demon but to pull Zhou Pengcheng away.
Humans and divine descendants had fought numerous wars for over twenty years. In such a tense atmosphere, if Yin Xiaoru was exposed as a divine descendent, it would be tragic for her, and it would be equally tragic for Zhou Pengcheng as well. He might even drag down the entire Zhou family!
Since they didn’t know what exactly was going on, the guards naturally prioritized protecting their young master and retreating. Otherwise, they might be taken directly to the police station by the other guests!
The guests came to their senses, “He’s trying to escape! Don’t let the demon run!”
A group of people charged forward, engaging in a fight with the Zhou family’s guards. While not formidable, they were wealthy people, some having taken genetic enhancement drugs. With the number advantage, the Zhou family’s guards were overwhelmed.
Angry and anxious, Zhou Pengcheng made a dash toward the side door, attempting to escape.
Yin Xiaoru, smiling cheerfully, retrieved the laser gun from her bag.
Zhou Pengcheng caught a glimpse of it from the corner of his eye and suddenly remembered something. He desperately pulled out the shield gift Yin Xiaoru had given him earlier.
This brainless woman had actually given him a pillow at the right moment… If he could just deflect one shot, he could make a run for it…
Bang!
A shot was fired. The shield that had previously shown no signs of damage from testing, not even a dent, suddenly fell apart.
Not only did it fall apart, it even turned into ropes that automatically bound him tightly, complementing the turtle shell-like shape on his back.
Zhou Pengcheng crashed heavily to the ground, unable to comprehend what had just happened.
Yin Xiaoru grinned, “I’m Yin Xiaoru, honest and reliable. If I say it can withstand one hit, it absolutely can’t withstand a second.”