Beauty Chairwoman’s Bodyguard Expert

Capítulo 1680: Chapter 1673: Xue Bing’s Eloquence

Avril listened to Xue Bing’s blunt words, and her face became increasingly displeased, her pretty face turning livid, yet she couldn’t utter a single word in response. Xue Bing wasn’t wrong; if it was Lu Tianxing forcing her initially, she later found herself irresistibly indulged, even actively cooperating, which no longer counted as coercion.

“Moreover, believe it or not, if it weren’t for not being able to tear up with the Church for now, you would have died at the Great Wall yesterday, and wouldn’t be alive now.” Xue Bing looked at Avril, speaking lightly again.

Avril looked at Xue Bing indifferently, saying coldly, “I think you’re here not just to mock me!”

“Mock you? I’m not that bored, Xue Bing.”

Xue Bing glanced at Avril and said calmly, “I just want to tell you that there’s only one path in front of you now, and that’s to obediently be his woman, honestly, otherwise I can assure you if you dare harbor any intentions, you’ll die without a burial place.”

“Die without a burial place?”

Avril laughed coldly and said, “You’re telling me this to pull me into your camp, right? Or rather, to make me your ally, and then use my help in competing with other women to win favor and secure a place in his heart. Although you might not be able to shake his wife’s position, you can destabilize other women’s positions, am I right?”

“You are completely mistaken.”

Xue Bing directly refuted Avril’s words, saying coldly, “Do you really think I’m a fool, Xue Bing, to compete for favor only to be hated and kicked away by the man?”

Xue Bing knew very well that in Lu Tianxing’s heart, almost every woman was equally important. He might not be able to be completely impartial, but he could place every woman in a significant position in his heart. However, regular competing for favor, with a bit of girlish tantrum, adds spice to life.

If you truly compete for favor, emulating the intricacies of ancient palace manipulations, always calculating, you will forever lose this man. After all, no man likes a calculating woman; even Lin Yafei and Rose, women who instill fear in countless people, do not show cunning in front of Lu Tianxing. Such calculations only surface when dealing with enemies.

“Then why tell me all this?”

Avril looked at Xue Bing, feeling confused, it’s the first time she felt her calculations were flawed, even the battle at the Great Wall wouldn’t count as her failure. If Cangwu hadn’t appeared, Lu Tianxing would have surely died, but now she feels something is off. Doesn’t it happen like this in Chinese dramas?

The mistress and the wife fight for position, leading to intense conflicts. There’s a saying, “Art comes from life,” so why is this scenario not working with Xue Bing?

“I’m telling you all this in hopes that you become his right-hand. My abilities fall short to help him much, but you can, because you’re the Holy Daughter of the Church.”

Xue Bing, unaware of Avril’s thoughts, spoke faintly, “Besides, being his woman, you won’t lose out. Surely you’ve witnessed his fighting skills, at least he won’t turn you into a resentful woman, and you won’t be in any life-threatening situation. You can retain your Holy Daughter status in the Church. More importantly, you’ve seen Tianxing’s prowess yesterday. Once he breaks through to the Late Stage of Mythical, you’ll have no doubt of his strength, with such a powerful backing, obtaining the Pope’s position is quite effortless.”

“Don’t you think this is far more reliable than calculating against others in exchange for alliance benefits? At least you don’t need to worry about your man stabbing you in the back. In times of danger, you can confidently seek help from him rather than humbly pleading with an ally. Don’t you agree, Avril?”

Avril, hearing Xue Bing’s words, took a deep breath and said, “So I’m left with no choice but to comply?”

“Indeed, this is the best path for you, ensuring your safety, keeping your Holy Daughter position, and realizing your ambitions, achieving three goals at once. You’re not losing anything, on the contrary, you’ve got a perfect match, why not?” Xue Bing said to Avril lightly.

This is why Xue Bing urged Lu Tianxing to take in Avril last night. Her own strength was limited and couldn’t assist Lu Tianxing much. It was better to bring Avril into the camp, though she wasn’t sure of the relationship between Lu Tianxing and Avril, a woman’s intuition told her there was an untold story between them.

So she advised Lu Tianxing to conquer Avril, equating to gaining half the Church’s support. Once Lu Tianxing reaches the Late Stage of Mythical in the future, he will be capable of engulfing the whole Church’s powers. Then, the entire Church will be under Lu Tianxing’s command. Any powerful enemies trying to act will have to consider if they can withstand the Church’s retaliation.

Listening to Xue Bing, Avril opened her mouth to speak but was cut off by Xue Bing who said, “Avril, I know what you’re thinking, but do you think if news of you no longer being pure reaches the Church, they will spare you? You’re likely to face the stake. Collaborating with us is your best way forward.”

“Moreover, this time your plan has completely failed. When you return to the Church, your reputation will likely suffer, and punishment is inevitable. More importantly, once Lu Tianxing breaks through to the Late Stage of Mythical, do you think he will spare the Church? The only path left for the Church would be utter destruction. Do you want to watch the Church be reduced to ashes, or seize the opportunity to take control of the Church’s power, become the first Female Pope in the Church’s history, and lead it to greater heights?”

Avril remained silent, lowering her head in contemplation.

Seeing Avril’s expression, a slight smile appeared on Xue Bing’s face. She knew Avril was tempted.

“Think carefully about what I said. There’s a saying: if you can’t resist life, you might as well lie down and enjoy it. Sometimes changing your mindset can lead to a whole new life. Think it over, I’m leaving now.”

With that, Xue Bing didn’t say another word and turned to leave the room.

As she watched Xue Bing’s departing figure and recalled her words, Avril’s body trembled slightly. Xue Bing might not know everything, but Avril was well aware that she had no other choice. The only path before her was to cooperate with Lu Tianxing; otherwise, even if he removed her poison and let her return to the Church, she would still face death. Moreover, she might carry a stain that could never be erased, becoming an existence eternally cursed in the Church’s history.

However, if she followed Lu Tianxing and relied on his strength, once he broke through to the Late Stage of Mythical, it might be difficult to deal with Edward, but with the combined efforts of Old Master Lu, Cangwu, and others, killing the Pope and crushing any opposition within the Church would be simple. Moreover, considering Lu Tianxing’s care for his women, if she truly became one of them, he would never stand by idly if she was in danger, as proven by his many adventures for Bai Zhiqing.

Yet, recalling what Lu Tianxing said to her last night, Avril believed that if she actively tried to ingratiate herself with him, she might face his mocking ridicule, which made her feel somewhat embarrassed.

At that moment, Avril’s beautiful face alternated between expressions, as though she were in the midst of an internal struggle.

Meanwhile, in the hall, Lu Tianxing swallowed the last dumpling, glanced at Xue Bing as she came out: “Why so quick?”

Upon hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Xue Bing rolled her eyes and said, “What did you think I was doing in there? Getting into a fight with Avril, making a bloody mess, and then calling your wife to tell her about your infidelity?”

“Uh…,”

Hearing Xue Bing’s words, Lu Tianxing replied with a sheepish grin: “No way, really. Oh, didn’t you say you were taking me to see Sima Lingyun’s mentor? Let’s go then, now.”

Speaking, Lu Tianxing immediately stood up from the sofa and headed outside the hotel.

“Lu Tianxing, you’re just leaving like that, what about Avril?” Xue Bing called after Lu Tianxing.

“No worries, I’ve sealed her abilities, she can’t get away,” Lu Tianxing said, looking at Xue Bing.

“Lu Tianxing, I meant you should release the points on Avril’s body. Although this is the Han Family Hotel and there are experts guarding the area, what if something unexpected happens? Unlock her powers, so at least she can escape if there’s danger.”

Hearing Xue Bing’s words, Lu Tianxing hesitated for a moment before finally nodding. He wasn’t worried about Avril escaping unless she gave up on revenge or chose to die at the Pope’s hands.

“Wait for me a moment, I’ll be right back.”

With that, Lu Tianxing turned and walked toward the bedroom, not even bothering to knock as he pushed the door open and entered.

Inside the bedroom, Avril, who was struggling with a difficult decision, shuddered all over at the sound of the door opening, her face momentarily flashing with tension.

Soon, Lu Tianxing’s figure appeared in Avril’s line of sight.