Chapter 18: A terrifying form of punishment used to subdue fox demons

Jiang Mengxin said she wanted to stay overnight.

It was already too late, and the weather was so cold. It wouldn’t be right to let her go back all alone!

The bed wasn’t big, but it was enough for two people.

Su Mumu had several pillows at home.

But there was only one set of bedding.

“Xin Xin, what are you looking at?”

Su Mumu had noticed for a while that Jiang Mengxin was lying on her side, intensely focused on her phone.

Even without seeing her face clearly, she could sense her seriousness…

Because Jiang Mengxin hadn’t responded at all.

The phone screen kept scrolling.

‘What on earth is she looking at? So absorbed?’ Su Mumu leaned over curiously, squinting at the screen.

“Sorry… Mumu, did I wake you?” Jiang Mengxin snapped out of it, sitting up and leaning against the headboard. “I’m looking up information on torture methods.”

“Oh, oh, so you’re just looking at materials… Wait, torture?” Su Mumu was stunned.

“Yeah.” Jiang Mengxin smiled. The light from the screen reflected on her beautiful face. “Look at this wooden horse thing, and this suspension device… so interesting.”

“Huh…?” Su Mumu rubbed her eyes. “It’s… certainly interesting, but why look into these things?”

“Well… actually, that fox demon sneaked into the Jiulewu today. Did you know, Mumu?” Jiang Mengxin said suddenly.

“I didn’t.” Su Mumu shook her head quickly.

“That fox mocked me again… and even insulted me. I suspect she came to provoke me on purpose.” Jiang Mengxin’s face darkened as she spoke.

Su Mumu saw it clearly.

Of course, she understood perfectly.

‘I shouldn’t have said so much earlier…’

But it was too late; it had already happened. There was nothing more to say.

“What do you think about it, Xin Xin?” Su Mumu asked.

Jiang Mengxin was silent for a moment.

But the hatred flickering in her eyes was unmistakable.

Inside the room, the candlelight flickered, nearly extinguished by a cold draft from the window.

“I will definitely catch her and get my revenge!”

“I… I see… I support you!” Su Mumu forced herself to say.

“Yeah, thanks, Mumu.” Jiang Mengxin’s expression softened. “So… I’m learning some ways to deal with her first. Once I catch her, I can put them into practice.”

Goodness, what a bombshell!

It felt like a thunderbolt in Su Mumu’s head. ‘So, these torture methods… are they for her?’

Jiang Mengxin didn’t hesitate. “Exactly.”

It was… it was all over.

Su Mumu never expected things to turn out this way!

This wasn’t just about ending a friendship!

She was going to be treated like a fox toy…

“Suppose… Xin Xin, I’m just saying suppose—what if that fox demon is actually someone close to us?” The moment Su Mumu said it, she regretted it.

‘Heavens, why did I ask that… Isn’t that just shooting myself in the foot?’

“Oh? Did you notice too, Mumu?” Jiang Mengxin was surprised.

“Y-yeah.” Su Mumu’s mind raced, her hands gesturing wildly.

“Think about it, why would a demon suddenly appear in the Changsheng immortal sect? Maybe it’s an insider who’s been lurking for a long time!”

“True.” Jiang Mengxin rubbed her chin, analyzing. “That fox demon knows me well, including the Xianzong. I’m almost certain she’s someone from the sect.”

“…That’s right.” A drop of cold sweat rolled down Su Mumu’s forehead.

“Someone with that level of familiarity is likely from the academy. Maybe a Class Teacher or a student.” Jiang Mengxin’s voice was low.

Oh boy!

‘Bestie, you’ve guessed everything, haven’t you!’

‘Referee, I want to check the cards T-T’

“So, if that’s really the case, what do you plan to do, Xin Xin?” Su Mumu asked.

“I won’t show any mercy,” Jiang Mengxin replied decisively.

“Even if it’s an old classmate from the Elite Class or a seatmate… it won’t matter. Since she’s a demon and has been lurking for so long while mocking me multiple times… I must catch her and provide the One-Stop Torture Service.”

“…I see…” Su Mumu finally understood her best friend’s determination.

It seemed she really couldn’t reveal her identity.

And Jiang Mengxin was particularly smart…

She had to be careful not to leave any clues.

“Mumu, what do you think of these torture methods? Is there anything you think I should add?”

Jiang Mengxin leaned closer, their shoulders pressing together.

Su Mumu’s lip twitched. “I think… they’re not harsh enough.”

Jiang Mengxin’s eyes lit up. “Right? These methods are a bit too mild and polite… You think so too, right, Mumu?”

Su Mumu wanted to die. “Y-yeah.”

Jiang Mengxin immediately started typing. All sorts of strange, varied, and bizarre torture methods appeared on the screen, their eccentric nature leaving one speechless.

Su Mumu was numb.

‘Brother, let me tell you.’

‘I’m picking out torture methods for myself. Isn’t that surreal?’

“How about it, Mumu? What do you think of these?” Jiang Mengxin was vaguely excited.

“I think… they’re great,” Su Mumu said weakly.

“We really are in sync!” Jiang Mengxin was ecstatic, nuzzling against Su Mumu’s face.

“When the time comes, you should help me discipline that fox, okay? We’ll do it together for double the punishment—a 100% chance to secure the kill!”

“…Wow, what a great idea.” Su Mumu’s face was pale. “That fox demon definitely won’t last 1 minute.”

“That’s too long. Maybe only 10 seconds?” Jiang Mengxin said.

“Haha… Hahaha.” Su Mumu tried her best to laugh.

*Click.*

Jiang Mengxin turned off the phone screen.

Only then did Su Mumu’s dying heart show a spark of life. “Are you going to sleep, Xin Xin?”

Jiang Mengxin whispered, “Almost. I plan to report this to Lao Deng tomorrow.”

Su Mumu’s heart shattered again. “Report… the fox demon?”

Jiang Mengxin nodded. “I need to let some people in the Xianzong know. Just in case we fall into the fox’s trap one day, at least there will be a backup plan.”

‘Bestie, you’re truly a god of planning… You’ve thought of everything!’

‘Can you stop being such a carry!?’

‘I’m scared… T-T’

“Okay, I’ll always support you unconditionally, Xin Xin.” Su Mumu rubbed her eyes. Goodness, there were actual tears; no wonder they felt itchy.

“Mumu, you don’t have to be this happy for me! We haven’t caught the fox yet.” Jiang Mengxin’s eyes crinkled into crescents as she reached out to rub Su Mumu’s head. “Petting the cat~~”

“I’m not a cat…” Su Mumu muttered.

“You’re so cute, Mumu. Sometimes I really want to put cat ears on you.” Jiang Mengxin giggled.

“I’m reporting you, Jiang Mengxin! You’re sexually harassing me!” Su Mumu pouted.

“Between us, it’s not harassment.” Jiang Mengxin’s tone turned mischievous again.

Su Mumu could guess with her toes that this girl was about to get weird again.

“It’s called flirting, right?”

“Oh! Little Mumu has gotten so much smarter~~ Good girl.”

Jiang Mengxin gently shook Su Mumu’s head.

“Hey! Are you dribbling me like a ball?”

“Ah, haha, sorry, sorry! Force of habit.”

“Outrageous! I’m going to dribble you back!” Su Mumu reached out her wicked hands, aiming straight for the large mounds in front of her. “Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh! Let’s get moving!”

*Swish, swish, swish.*

This was the sound of the strong wind generated by the mounds vibrating.

A Supreme Prodigy… truly terrifying.

Jiang Mengxin’s face instantly turned bright red. “N-no rubbing like that!”

Su Mumu smiled playfully. “Surrender!”

Jiang Mengxin was both embarrassed and indignant. “Fine, Little Mumu, you’re something else. Just don’t pee the bed!”

And so, a new round of battle began…

Place your bets, everyone:

1. Su Mumu wins.

2. Su Mumu wins big.

3. Su Mumu is victorious.