Chapter 56: The Madwoman

Very well, a true man does not take advantage of others' misfortune, much less resort to despicable means to obtain the woman he desires. With my charm and elegance, sooner or later I will win Lin Grace's heart and body.

Having come to this conclusion, Ling Tian resolved to help Lin Grace dispel the effects of the drug first.

"Don't worry, dear wife. Your husband here is a miracle doctor—this little drug is nothing to me," Ling Tian said, producing silver needles from his person and swiftly applying them to Lin Grace.

After a few quick pricks, Lin Grace gradually felt the discomfort fade. Her opinion of Ling Tian improved once again. If he had insisted that he couldn't treat her, she would probably have had no choice but to give herself to him. Yet, had that happened, she would have looked down on him as a man.

Watching Lin Grace’s complexion return to normal, Ling Tian finally withdrew his needles. At that moment, Shi Xiaocai arrived.

He pushed open the door and, seeing Lin Grace’s disheveled appearance in Ling Tian’s arms, was momentarily stunned, not knowing what to make of the situation.

"Uh, Ling Tian, did I interrupt something? Heh, I'll just leave and let you continue," Shi Xiaocai said, about to back out.

"You get back here! Are your eyes on your backside? Where do you see anything going on between us? I just drove Liu Zihao away, but I worry he might come back to harm Grace. Stay here and protect her. I’m going to take care of Lin Grace’s sister," Ling Tian said, standing up.

"Right, sure." Shi Xiaocai thought perhaps he had really misunderstood Ling Tian. Still, the scene was ambiguous enough for anyone’s imagination to run wild.

Lin Grace, on the other hand, was surprised after hearing Ling Tian’s words. That’s right, there was still her cousin to consider. She looked at Ling Tian, puzzled, and asked, "What do you need to take care of for my cousin?"

"Lin Grace’s sister has also been drugged. I’m going to help her as well," Ling Tian replied, feeling a twinge of guilt.

"My cousin too? How... how are you going to help her?" Lin Grace suddenly felt uneasy. She knew how attractive her cousin was to men; would this scoundrel take advantage of her?

Though it had nothing to do with her, Lin Grace still felt uncomfortable. Maybe, deep down, she already considered Ling Tian her boyfriend, so the thought of her boyfriend getting involved with her cousin was just too awkward.

"Of course not. It’s just that your cousin took twice the dose you did, so treating her will take longer," Ling Tian would never admit to Lin Grace that he harbored thoughts about her cousin.

"Alright, then hurry." Lin Grace chose to trust him, at least subconsciously.

Leaving Lin Grace’s room, Ling Tian made his way to the private room where Lin Grace’s sister had been.

As he opened the door, he heard Lin Grace’s sister making stifled sounds. Her cheeks were flushed, her eyes brimming with desire. When she saw Ling Tian enter, a spark lit in her gaze, like a hungry tiger spotting its prey.

Ling Tian saw her in this state and couldn’t help but smirk. It seemed he wouldn’t have to lift a finger to have this woman. Of course, even if he did possess her body, she was not worthy of being his wife—a woman this corrupt could only serve as a plaything.

"Ling Tian, help me!" Lin Grace’s sister was beyond agitated at Ling Tian’s calm demeanor. She was overwhelmed by the effects, barely holding on—it was as if a thousand ants were biting at her heart. Ordinary drugs couldn’t do this, but this was a special concoction, and thanks to Ling Tian, she’d taken a double dose. She truly brought this upon herself, playing with fire. Luckily, Ling Tian had returned. With her allure, she was sure he wouldn’t refuse her.

Ling Tian approached with a sly smile, his face close to hers, and asked mischievously, "So how do you want me to help you?" He was well aware she wouldn’t want the same treatment as Lin Grace; after all, she had tried to seduce him in the car and likely didn’t believe in his medical skills.

"Take me!" Lin Grace’s sister showed no trace of shyness. Her eyes burned with longing; Ling Tian had always attracted her.

"Alright, then serve me well!" Ling Tian was excited too. He’d only ever been with Li Youran, who was gentle and reserved, while Lin Grace’s sister was wild and clearly experienced.

As she nodded eagerly, Ling Tian took out his silver needle and pricked her. Regaining control of her limbs, she immediately threw herself at Ling Tian.

She hurriedly stripped both herself and Ling Tian. Faced with her voluptuous, irresistible body, Ling Tian’s blood was on fire. Though he was being seduced, this woman’s body was simply exquisite—he would savor it.

Ling Tian roughly caressed her chest—a fullness, softness, and fragrance that neither Lin Grace nor Li Youran could match. Lin Grace’s sister moaned, pressing herself closer, while Ling Tian was already hard and swelling, and she was slippery and wet beneath.

Almost losing all reason, she mounted Ling Tian, guiding him into her. Ling Tian thrust deep, reaching her very core.

"Ah—" she cried out in pleasure, completely fulfilled. Ling Tian was so large, stretching her to the limit. She began to move instinctively, seeking the most blissful sensation.

Ling Tian felt himself enveloped by heat and wetness, the tightness intoxicating. He gripped her slim waist, thrusting even deeper, seizing control.

Never before had Ling Tian witnessed such abandon. Lin Grace’s sister was utterly insatiable. Thankfully, he was far more vigorous than ordinary men; otherwise, he would never have been able to keep up.

As their wild passions raged, the effects of the drug gradually wore off, but she only became more addicted to the pleasures with Ling Tian, surrendering herself completely. In that moment, both her body and soul were conquered, and she began to envy Lin Grace more and more for encountering such an extraordinary man.

She had once fancied Liu Zihao because he was the most capable lover she’d met—until Ling Tian. Now, she wished she could spend every night entwined with him. But she also knew a woman like herself would never belong to just one man, and Ling Tian would never marry her. They could only be lovers in passing.

As the two indulged in their passion, Lin Grace and Shi Xiaocai were left bored in another room.

"Shi Xiaocai, do you think Ling Tian will sleep with my cousin?" Lin Grace asked anxiously.

"He will," Shi Xiaocai replied honestly.

"Hmph! Men are all the same!" Lin Grace’s last hope in Ling Tian was dashed by Shi Xiaocai’s certainty. She knew her cousin’s personality, and Ling Tian wasn’t exactly innocent. With both in a room, and one drugged, it would be stranger if nothing happened.

Shi Xiaocai was a bit displeased by her words. He pouted, "That’s not fair. There are good men and bad men, just as there are women who are chaste and those who aren’t. It’s all about fate. Like me—I keep getting chased by Song Xiaomei. Amitabha!"

With that, Shi Xiaocai pressed his palms together, feeling his resolve waver. He really didn’t know how much longer he could hold out; he was finding himself more and more smitten with that girl.

"My cousin really is a handful," Lin Grace said, thinking of the adorable Song Xiaomei. All she could do was sigh and laugh, especially since Song insisted on pursuing Shi Xiaocai, leaving everyone speechless.

The two of them waited for two whole hours, drinking three pots of tea, before Ling Tian finally returned. Lin Grace’s cousin, however, did not come back with him.

"Ling Tian, where’s my cousin? Did you two...?" Lin Grace was immediately annoyed at Ling Tian’s satisfied expression. Two hours—no one would believe nothing happened.

"Grace, you’re overthinking. Nothing happened between us. Your cousin needs to rest. Let’s go," Ling Tian said, figuring that his prowess had left her unable to get out of bed for hours. He chuckled to himself.

Seeing Ling Tian smirking like a cat that had tasted the cream, Lin Grace could only grit her teeth and vow to ask her cousin what really happened when she got the chance.

Each lost in their own thoughts, Ling Tian and Lin Grace left the teahouse with Shi Xiaocai, who was smiling mischievously.

To Ling Tian’s surprise, Liu Zihao hadn’t brought anyone to seek revenge. He thought that after being beaten, Liu would return with reinforcements, but instead he was keeping a low profile. It seemed Liu Zihao was not to be underestimated. Still, in Ling Tian’s eyes, he was no real threat.

...

That day, Shi Xiaocai and Dai Jinyuanbao went to collect protection money at an internet café. The boss handed over the cash without protest, and since the place was busy—thanks to a special gaming event—the group called Ling Tian and decided to play some games there. Ling Tian couldn’t come because he was protecting Lin Grace.

The boss, a man with a close-cropped head, saw the group enter a private gaming room, then picked up the phone and dialed Baldy.

"Hello, Monk Bro? Shi Xiaocai, Dai Jin, and Yuanbao are here playing games. Yes, yes, Ling Tian isn’t with them. Okay, got it."

After hanging up, the boss’s lips curled into a sinister smile...

Inside the four-person gaming suite, the group was in the thick of battle. Shi Xiaocai played solo against Dai Jin and Yuanbao, his fingers flying over the keyboard, dominating them completely.

"Shi Xiaocai! Are you really a monk? It’s bad enough you’re greedy and lecherous, but now you’re a gaming master too! What kind of monk are you?!" Dai Jin complained, unable to best Shi Xiaocai. He wondered what Shaolin monks did all day—played video games?

"The scriptures never said monks can’t play games! So, I haven’t broken any vows," Shi Xiaocai replied, not missing a beat, landing another blow on Dai Jin. A large red number floated above Dai Jin’s character.