233: Chapter 233 Murong Xue'er's Comparison System!

The roars of the zombie horde shook the heavens and the earth.

However, after the arrival of the Ancient Martial Alliance, the atmosphere within the Shelter became even more composed.

While Lin Yuan was discussing combat strategies with Taoist Master, Murong Xueer quietly walked to a corner of the strategic command room.

Her beautiful eyes narrowed slightly, her gaze locked firmly onto Lin Yuan.

Deep within her heart, a mechanical voice that only she could hear rang out.

"Ding! Comparison System activated."

"Target confirmed: Lin Yuan."

"Assessing comprehensive strength..."

"Warning: Target's strength far exceeds the Host's current level."

"Mission Difficulty: SSS-Rank (Extreme Challenge)."

"System Prompt: It is recommended that the Host proceed with caution and formulate a long-term strategy."

Murong Xueer bit her red lips lightly, a complex glint flashing in her eyes.

Ever since she awakened this mysterious Comparison System ten years ago.

She had already completed nine missions.

Every target had been the strongest female Ability User in their respective regions at the time.

And her mission was to defeat them and "subjugate" them as her subordinates.

Of course.

In the end, she had successfully subjugated these women, all of whom were hailed as geniuses.

But Lin Yuan was the first male target she had encountered, and this caused a subtle change in her state of mind.

"System memory mode activated."

"First mission: Ye Lingwei, Sect Master of the Shuzhong Sword Sect."

"Mission completed: Target defeated."

"Second mission: Shui Rouxin, young lady of the Jiangnan Shui Family."

"Mission completed: Target defeated."

"Third mission: ..."

Murong Xueer closed her eyes, unwilling to recall those bloody past events.

The system had brought her powerful strength, but it had also made her bear heavy sins.

The previous nine targets were, without exception, the most outstanding female experts of their time.

Some were the proud daughters of heaven from ancient martial arts families, while others were peerless geniuses awakened during the Apocalypse.

But under the system's requirements.

Murong Xueer had to duel them and, after defeating them, completely subjugate them as her subordinates.

The system claimed this was to "collect the strongest genes and cultivate the ultimate expert."

But Murong Xueer understood in her heart that it was far from that simple.

"System prompt: The tenth mission is a special mission."

"Target gender: Male."

"Mission requirement: Defeat the target and subjugate him as the Host's subordinate."

"Completion reward: Unknown, but the reward will be extremely generous, satisfying the Host..."

Seeing this mission content, Murong Xueer felt a complex mix of emotions.

To make an expert like Lin Yuan obey her...

Is that really possible?

"What are you thinking about?"

Lin Yuan's voice suddenly rang in her ear, and Murong Xueer snapped back to reality instantly.

She found that Lin Yuan had already walked up to her, his deep eyes seemingly able to see through her thoughts.

"No... nothing."

Murong Xueer hurriedly composed herself, but a faint blush still appeared on her cheeks.

Observing Lin Yuan from up close, she realized that this man's charm went far beyond his strength.

Although his features could not be called handsome.

But that kingly aura emanating from his very bones.

That calm, indifferent, yet unfathomable composure made her heart beat faster involuntarily.

More importantly, there was a warmth about Lin Yuan that other men lacked.

It wasn't the kind of greasy flattery, but a gentle and tolerant nature that came from the heart.

Just like earlier.

He had clearly noticed her abnormality, but he didn't pry; instead, he gave her enough personal space.

"System... do I really have to take action against him?"

Murong Xueer asked herself inwardly.

"System response: The mission must be completed."

"Warning: If the mission fails, the Host will receive severe punishment."

Murong Xueer felt a chill in her heart; she knew all too well how terrifying the system was.

Over these past ten years.

The reason she was able to possess such powerful strength in the Apocalypse was entirely dependent on the system's power.

If she lost the system, she would be nothing more than an ordinary genius.

It would be impossible to defeat those proud daughters of heaven.

Murong Xueer felt sad in her heart.

As the proud daughter of heaven of the Murong Family, she had been pursued by various geniuses since she was young.

But those people were either interested in her beauty or wanted to cling to the power of the Murong Family.

Never had anyone been like Lin Yuan.

Using actual actions to interpret what true responsibility meant.

What shocked her even more was Lin Yuan's attitude toward women.

Among the thirty thousand women in the Shelter, from the core heroines to the ordinary Female Warriors, Lin Yuan treated them all equally.

He wouldn't treat them differently based on beauty or ugliness, nor would he use his strength to do whatever he pleased.

This kind of character, in the dog-eat-dog environment of the Apocalypse, was as precious as a diamond.

Murong Xueer sighed softly, and the tenderness in her eyes was instantly replaced by coldness.

She removed the silver veil from her face, revealing a peerless face capable of toppling cities.

Her skin was as delicate and smooth as mutton-fat jade, and her features were as exquisite as an artwork meticulously carved by God.

Especially those eyes, as bright as stars, carrying a soul-captivating cold beauty.

Her lips were as perfect as rose petals, and the slightly upturned curve revealed a hint of nobility and arrogance.

Her whole person exuded an unreachable, fairy-like aura that made people only able to look up in awe, not daring to profane.

"Lin Yuan."

Murong Xueer's voice remained cold, but it carried an indescribable charm that wasn't there before.

Lin Yuan turned his head and was instantly stunned by her peerless beauty.

Even having seen peerless beauties like Su Yuyan and Ye Qingxue.

Lin Yuan had to admit that Murong Xueer's beauty was indeed top-tier.

"Why did you take off your veil?"

Lin Yuan asked gently:

"Although you are beautiful, in this kind of situation..."

"I have something to tell you."

Murong Xueer interrupted Lin Yuan:

"About my true identity."

Hearing this, all the core heroines present pricked up their ears.

They had long been full of curiosity about this mysterious Murong Xueer.

"My name is Murong Xueer, from the Murong Family; you know this."

Murong Xueer spoke slowly:

"Our Murong Family is one of the four great guardian families of China, with a heritage spanning over a thousand years."

"My ancestors were once ancient royalty."

"And I am the heir to the family head of this generation."

Hearing this status, even Taoist Master's expression changed slightly.

The status of the Murong Family in the ancient martial arts world was even above that of Wudang!

"But..."

Murong Xueer changed the subject:

"I did not come here as the heir of the Murong Family."

"I have my own secrets..."

She looked deeply at Lin Yuan:

"Ten years ago, I awakened a special Superpower—the Comparison ability."

"This Superpower allows me to sense the existence of the strongest people in the world, and it triggers an instinctive urge..."

Lin Yuan frowned slightly, keenly sensing that something was wrong.

"You mean... you came here to challenge me?"

"You could say that."

Murong Xueer nodded:

"My Superpower requires me to defeat the strong people I sense, otherwise I will suffer from mental backlash."

"But if I can't find an opponent worthy of challenging, this urge will become stronger and stronger, eventually driving me to madness."

Hearing this, Su Yuyan and the other heroines instantly became vigilant.

So this Murong Xueer had come with ill intentions!

"But..."

Murong Xueer paused again, a look of struggle flashing in her eyes:

"I find that I cannot bring myself to do it."

"I don't know why, but facing you, I felt hesitation for the first time."

"The urge from my Superpower seems to have calmed down in front of you; this has never happened before..."

Her voice grew quieter and quieter, until it was almost inaudible.

Lin Yuan listened quietly to the end; there was no surprise on his face, but rather a playful smile.

"Interesting."

Lin Yuan stood up slowly, standing with his hands behind his back:

"The proud daughter of heaven of the Murong Family is actually troubled by the backlash of her Superpower."

"However..."

He turned to look at Murong Xueer, a shrewd glint flashing in his eyes:

"Are you sure that what you told me is the truth?"

Murong Xueer was shocked; she hadn't expected Lin Yuan to question her so directly.

"I... I am not lying..."

"Is that so?"

Lin Yuan walked slowly to her, looking down at her:

"An SSS-Rank Expert who can infiltrate my Shelter without a sound would be troubled by mere Superpower backlash?"

"What's even more interesting is that you chose to confess these so-called 'secrets' to me at this time."

"Xueer, do you think I would believe your words so easily?"

Murong Xueer was feeling breathless under the pressure of Lin Yuan's aura.

This man's gaze was too sharp, as if he could see through every thought in her mind!

Since she was young, no one had ever given her this kind of oppressive feeling.

"You are acting."

Lin Yuan said this abruptly.

Murong Xueer's body stiffened, and that pained expression instantly receded a bit.

"What?"

"I said, you are acting."

A mocking smile curled the corners of Lin Yuan's mouth:

"When did the proud daughter of heaven of the Murong Family become so clumsy?"

"Or are you saying you think I would be deceived by such a small trick?"

Murong Xueer's face instantly turned ugly; she hadn't expected Lin Yuan to expose her so directly.

"I don't know what you are talking about..."

"Are you going to continue acting?"

Lin Yuan walked to the window, turning his back to her:

"Xueer, we are both smart people; why play such low-level games?"

"If you want something, why not just say it directly?"

Murong Xueer was silent for a moment, then finally chuckled:

"As expected... nothing can be hidden from you."

She put away that pitiful expression, regaining the noble aura of the eldest lady of the Murong Family:

"Lin Yuan, I admit, there was indeed some exaggeration in what I said just now."

"But my purpose in coming here is real—I do indeed want to test your strength."

Lin Yuan turned around, a glint of approval flashing in his eyes:

"That's more like it; this is how Murong Xueer should be."

"So, can you tell me your true purpose now?"

Murong Xueer was silent for a moment, finally revealing a meaningful smile:

"Lin Yuan, you really are an interesting man."

"Since you've seen through my little tricks, I won't hold anything back."

She elegantly tidied her long hair:

"I do indeed want to test your strength, but more importantly..."

"I want to see if you are worthy of my favor."

Lin Yuan raised an eyebrow:

"Oh? And the result?"

"Very interesting."

A dangerous glint flashed in Murong Xueer's eyes:

"You are even more... difficult to control than I imagined."

"But this only makes me look forward to it even more."

Lin Yuan chuckled:

"Xueer, you are still not telling the truth."

"Your true purpose for coming here is probably not just as simple as a test, right?"

Murong Xueer's eyes narrowed slightly; this man's insight was truly terrifying!

"Since you want to know so much..."

"Then I will tell you a secret—the Murong Family needs a powerful ally."

"And you are the most suitable candidate."

Lin Yuan looked at her deeply:

"Cooperation is possible, but I will set the terms."

"Of course."

Lin Yuan nodded.