The Sugar Mommy System: The Evil Young Master is Villain!!!

Bai Lung's eyes gleamed with a mixture of interest and calculation.

"And do you happen to know where one might find such techniques?"

It's only logical that she would be talking like this if she possesses the method.

"Of course..." Saintess replied, her voice sultry, her eyes narrowing slightly.

"There were ancient texts in the Fallen Immortal Valley that speak of rituals long forgotten, rituals that can forcibly extract and contain a vision without damaging it. But such rituals are dangerous, often costing the practitioner their sanity, or worse... their life force..."

She said what she recalled from absorbing the origin of the immortal.

She had received some memories.

Bai Lung weighed the risks quickly, his mind already strategizing.

Dangerous rituals were of no concern to him if it meant gaining another powerful tool in his arsenal.

If he could extract and store a vision, even if he couldn't use it immediately, it would serve as a powerful bargaining chip or a deadly weapon.

Not to mention a water type vision, even if it doesn't prove its worth by power, he can use it to strengthen his newly acquired 'Tree of despair'.

It also means he has to kill fewer kids in order to awaken the spirit root to fully awaken the true power of the tree.

"and what exactly is this ritual?" Bai Lung couldn't help but ask immediately

"Ah!? The ritual? It's impossible to do at the moment?" she responded while raising her eyebrows.

"impossible to do?... I see!" he looked a little thoughtful but still nodded his head.

"To do the ritual, one needs to have a vessel jade... It's a special jade that needs to be refined by a powerful runemaster... It works as a container to hold the vision... And like I said, another method is devil absorption," she responded.

Bai Lung smiled, that right there were multiple devil fragments scattered around the multiple realms however getting his hands over that devil fragment was time consuming.

( if the tree absorbs it, he can't use the water ability... Only the tree will be strengthened)

It might take thousands or millions of years.

His focus went back to vessel jade, a special jade that is used as a vessel for vision.

Vessel jade is a transparent jade, that can be used as jewelry such as pendants, bracelets, earrings, etc.

Vessel jade is a legendary item in itself, but if vision is stored there then it's a holy relic.

In short, you can use vision as an item and use its ability but the visit won't be connected to your soul.

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Bai Lung's mind raced with possibilities.

Because using a vessel jade has its own advantages and disadvantages.

A vessel of jade could allow him to wield the power of a vision without the burden of binding it to his soul, which is a perfect tool for someone like him who thrives on resourcefulness.

The idea of having a vision as a weapon, ready to be activated at will, without any personal risk, appealed to his strategic nature.

But he has read the story of the past and gods.

Items can be easily stolen or broken.

But he has no other options right now so, he must store the vision on the jade.

He leaned back while closing his eyes.

The Saintess still in the room and watching him closely, smiled as she sensed his decision, from his philosophical look, she could tell he didn't wish to use a physical object to store the vision but it was what it was.

" it seems you've made up your mind young master," she asked, her voice low and enticing.

Bai Lung opened his eyes, a calm resolve shining in them.

"For now, the vessel jade will suffice. I can't afford to wait for the devil fragments, and the water vision is crucial for the next stage of my plans... Also, the Tree must be strengthened, and..." he was lost for words.

The Saintess nodded approvingly. "Then you'll need a runemaster capable of refining the jade. I assume you already know where to find one? Or is the young master also talented in making forging runes?"

Bai Lung's lips curled into a faint smirk, thanks to the all-mighty system he was already a Rune Grandmaster.

'System... Hand me the vessel jade,'

[Ding! The system doesn't possess any vessel jade however the system has powerful jade that can be refined and enchanted]

[Ding! There are various types of vessel jade... You can create vessel jade with multiple enchantments so it's recommended for the host to use some water enhancing enchantment to the jade]

'oh?'

Bai Lung was ok with the system giving the jade and information.

In an instant, a powerful and rare blood red jade appeared in front of him.

...

"Excellent. You seem well-prepared for this endeavor," Ling'r purred, taking a step closer to him.

"I must admit, I'm quite impressed by Young Master's resourcefulness. It feels like you can magically summon items from thin air,"

She trailed a delicate finger along his arm, her touch light and enticing.

"Perhaps I could be of assistance in procuring one for you..." Her voice dropped to a sultry whisper, her gaze holding his steadily while she stood in front of him.

She feels more cheerful than usual, was something with her? Bai Lung thought but couldn't tell what it was.

Still, Bai Lung's eyes narrowed as he considered her offer.

"Saintess speaks of assistance, I wonder why so this early morning?" Bai Lung raised an eyebrow, his tone as unreadable as ever.

He kept his distance, despite the temptation she presented. "I'm more than capable of handling matters myself. But your offer is... noted,"

The last thing he wanna hear is her asking for a vessel jade for herself.

He doesn't have time to refine it.

At the same time,

Ling'r's smile didn't waver, though there was a glimmer of something in her eyes.

"Of course, Young Master. I merely thought that our partnership could benefit from more... collaboration. After all, we're aligned in our goals, also I may not be able to wield runes I can still help with other things?"

Bai Lung leaned back in his seat, his expression still guarded.

"I am honored Saintess is willing to help but I prefer to do it in silence," Bai Lung responded.

"ah!?" she looked a little off but nodded, things like refining took focus and she understood it.

Unknown to Bai Lung, she just wanted to spend more time in the day too, and not just at night.

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Bai Lung kept his gaze steady on Ling'r as she took a step back, her delicate smile still in place but slightly faltering.

He knew there was more behind her actions, a motive she hadn't yet revealed.

However, for now, he let it slide. His focus was on the jade and the ritual ahead.

The room fell silent as Bai Lung returned his attention to the blood-red jade.

He could already feel the raw power coursing through it, awaiting his refinement. Despite Ling'r's subtle maneuvering, he knew he needed to proceed cautiously.

Trusting anyone too deeply in this world could lead to disaster, especially someone like Ling'r, who is also a devil practicer.

In short for Devil Senic orb to fully restore, Bai Ling must absorb her origin or she needs to absorb the origin of Bai Lung.

It's also good to not get closer to her that deeply.

Meanwhile,

Ling'r watched him closely, still intrigued by his resolve.

"Then I shall take my leave, for now, Young Master. But do remember... even the strongest of warriors can benefit from an ally's support." Her voice was soft, a mix of caution and seduction as she slowly exited the room.

Huff!

Once alone, Bai Lung exhaled softly, closing his eyes. He had made his decision. The vessel jade would be refined, and the water vision would be stored.

Time was of the essence. If the ritual succeeded, he would not only gain a vision but also unlock a new phase of power for the Tree of Despair.

Without further hesitation, he focused on the jade in front of him.

'System, begin the refining process.'

[Ding! Refinement of the jade initiated. Estimated time: 10 minutes. Please keep your hand on the jade]