The yellow-haired villain in Soaring Phoenix’s novels also desires happiness V1C54

Chapter 54: Encounter

The edge of the broadsword drew closer and closer. At this distance, Muen realized that the scar-faced man wasn’t using the blade, but rather the blunt side, similar to how he had dealt with An before.

Hadn’t he just been punched hard by me? Was his intention only to knock me out?

He’s warming up to me… No, now is not the time to think about that. If this continues, I’ll really be knocked out and forced to become the “wife” of this bear-like creature!

I definitely don’t want that to happen!

But just as Muen was racking his brain for a solution, he suddenly heard a gentle, almost tear-inducing chant.

“Merciful Earth Mother, grant me…”

A warm, earthy light enveloped his surroundings. The steel blade slammed against it, only producing a dull thud, unable to budge it an inch.

“This is—”

The scar-faced man’s cheek twitched slightly as he looked up at the girl he had been ignoring all along.

“Are you trying to meddle in my affairs?”

“That’s the price of underestimating a mage.”

The girl waved her wand lightly, a playful smirk playing at her lips.

“Besides, I don’t think forcibly taking a… ‘citizen’s husband is such a good idea.”

“Damn it,” the scar-faced man couldn’t help but grit his teeth.

If only he had dealt with this woman earlier!

“You, go take care of that little nuisance!” the scar-faced man ordered his subordinates.

But there was no response.

With a horrified look back, the scar-faced man realized that his gang members had all collapsed on the ground, snoring loudly.

“You don’t think I’d be as foolish as you, do you?”

The girl winked playfully.

“Cutting to the chase is a must-have quality for a skilled mage.”

“You’re a lifesaver!”

Muen laughed heartily, almost wanting to grab the girl and give her a big kiss.

But he didn’t waste this opportunity either. Seizing the moment of the scar-faced man’s helpless rage, Muen delivered another powerful uppercut straight to the scar-faced man’s jaw.

“Defense enhancement.”

“Speed enhancement.”

“Qi recovery enhancement.”

“Reaction enhancement.”

“…”

The scar-faced man had just been forced to retreat a few steps, and over a dozen enhancement buffs were effortlessly cast on Muen. For a moment, Muen seemed to shine like the most dazzling star in a nightclub, surrounded by a rainbow halo.

“I feel like I’m filled with power.” Muen clenched his fist, excitement gleaming in his eyes.

Is this what it feels like to have top-tier support? With this, even a dog on a leash could wreak havoc!

“With such support, who’s afraid of a punk like you?”

“Haha, let’s keep going!”

With newfound confidence that he was invincible, Muen didn’t hesitate any longer. He raised his broadsword and charged at the scar-faced man, roaring loudly.

The scar-faced man raised his blade defensively, seeking an opportunity to counterattack.

But Muen didn’t give him the chance. His attacks were fierce and unpredictable, giving off an aura of unstoppable force.

—In short, it was a wild flurry of slashes.

Though lacking in finesse, there’s a saying: “Even a blind punch can kill a master.” With the various powerful buffs at his disposal, Muen forced the scar-faced man to retreat step by step.

“Just this? Just this? Just this?

You thought you could make me your ‘wife’? What nonsense are you thinking? Have you woken up yet? Why don’t you pee and take a good look at yourself? Are you even worthy of a single hair on the dashing and invincible Muen Campbell’s leg? Huh?”

“…”

As he watched Muen, with eyes gleaming green, charging at him with increasing ferocity, the scar-faced man suddenly had a moment of doubt about his own preferences.

Am I into weirdos?

But the naked blond guy in front of him… Is he too much of a weirdo?

Who’s the bandit and tyrant trying to snatch husbands now that we look like this?

“Damn it, you win this time.”

Seeing the situation turning against him, the scar-faced man made a swift decision. He retreated without hesitation, abandoning even his own henchmen, and ran off.

“Just you wait, I’ll come back, my beauty. Muen Campbell, right? I’ll remember that name!”

With a parting threat, the scar-faced man disappeared into the dense forest.

“Hey, wait.”

Muen’s hand, halfway extended, froze in place.

“He ran off so quickly?”

Watching the scar-faced man’s figure vanish in the blink of an eye, Muen scratched his cheek, unsure whether he should pursue him or not.

“I advise you to give up on the idea of chasing him.”

The girl appeared beside Muen at some point.

“Why? Isn’t it better to strike while the iron’s hot?” Muen asked, puzzled. He didn’t want a guy constantly lusting after him.

“Three.”

The girl didn’t respond, just uttered a number.

“Two.”

“Huh? What do you mean?”

“One.”

As soon as the words were spoken.

Muen’s pupils suddenly contracted.

His body collapsed as if all strength had been drained from him, and a tsunami of exhaustion swept over him like a tidal wave.

“This, this is…”

Muen couldn’t finish his sentence, overwhelmed by the sudden fatigue.

“Although enhancement magic can boost your combat prowess and block pain, your physical stamina and body are still your own. Using it like that, of course, your body won’t be able to handle it,” the girl said matter-of-factly.

“Oh, I see,” Muen breathed a sigh of relief, giving up the struggle and lying back on the ground. “I thought someone had poisoned me again.”

“Why would you think someone would poison you the first time they meet you?” the girl tilted her head, puzzled.

“Haha, that’s a long story,” Muen chuckled, not continuing further.

“…”

“…”

Both of them awkwardly maintained silence.

After a moment, Muen couldn’t bear the icy atmosphere any longer and tentatively spoke up.

“Um… Miss?”

“Yeah?”

“Although it’s a bit abrupt, could you help me strip some clothes off those bandits? I’m suddenly feeling cold,” Muen said, shivering despite the days of warmth.

“No.” The girl’s refusal was firm and decisive.

“Why?” Muen widened his eyes. “Is it difficult to do?”

“No,” the girl turned her head away. “It’s just that my mom always warned me not to get close to weirdos.”

“I’m not a weirdo! Why can’t you get close to me?”

“Wandering around half-naked in the wilderness, what else would you call it if not weird?”

“There’s a reason for that! It’s because some evil woman stole my clothes!”

“Outdoor exposure? You city folks sure have interesting pastimes.” The girl discreetly took a few steps back. “Not good, it seems I shouldn’t get any closer to you. I could get pregnant, you know. I have a lover. If you defile me, what am I going to do, wuwuwu.”

“You’re the one saying these things, you’re the one who’s not good!”

But before he could say anything else, he felt his vision go dark, and a fur skirt was thrown onto his face.

“Thank you.”

Muen struggled to stand up, wrapping the animal skin skirt around his waist.

“Hmm?”

Muen looked down at his current appearance, couldn’t help but stroke his chin.

Though it did cover the essentials, it still felt a bit off.

It’s like… a naked apron?

No no no, it must be his imagination. An animal skin skirt and an apron are two different things.

Besides, the bandits’ clothes were obviously smaller in size, he couldn’t wear their clothes, so this would have to do for now.

“Anyway…”

Confident that he had dispelled any suspicions of perversion, Muen extended his hand towards the girl with a smile.

“Let’s start with introductions. I’m Muen, um… currently just a wandering soul.”

“I’m Eluka.”

After staring at Muen’s hand for a while to ensure it wasn’t emitting any weird vibes, the girl, no, the young woman, finally reached out and shook it.

“Former adventurer, currently a newlywed wife, currently in intense training.”