[Lin Yue's Mission]

  Ameer stood tall, his eyes glowing with confidence as he looked down at the young mistress, Lin Yue. The once-strong and defiant woman had been reduced to nothing more than a pawn, an instrument in Ameer's grand plan. Today, Ameer had another task for her—a task that would make it clear just how powerful he had become.

  Ameer: "Alright, Lin Yue, it's time for you to earn your place. I need you to go to the other sects and collect taxes from them. Tell them that if they don't pay, I'll wipe their entire sect off the map with the snap of my fingers." ????

  Lin Yue, her face pale, stood in front of him, the weight of his words pressing down on her. She had no choice but to obey.

  Lin Yue: "I... I understand, Master Ameer. I'll do whatever it takes. They won't dare refuse you." ??

  Ameer smirked, enjoying the sight of her broken resolve. It was clear that she was now nothing more than a tool for his convenience.

  Ameer: "Good. Go now. And remember, if they don't pay, don't hesitate. I want to see their sects burned to the ground." ??

  Lin Yue gave a quick nod and turned, setting off on her mission. She had no idea what the consequences would be if the sects didn't comply, but she had learned by now not to question Ameer.

  [Ameer's Wander and the Small Girl]

  As Lin Yue left on her task, Ameer wandered through the forest, his mind wandering as well. The System chattered in his mind, its voice a constant reminder of his growing power.

  System: "Ameer, you're becoming too strong. Do you really think it's wise to control everything? Even the young mistress will start to resent you." ??

  Ameer: "You worry too much. They'll all obey me, one way or another. If they don't, I'll crush them. Simple as that." ??

  He took a deep breath, enjoying the peace for a moment. The power flowing through him was intoxicating, and it made him feel like he could conquer the world.

  Suddenly, in the distance, Ameer saw a small figure darting toward him. The figure was quick, and before Ameer could react, it crashed into him, clinging to his legs like glue.

  Ameer blinked in confusion and looked down to see a small girl, no more than 8 years old, looking up at him with terrified eyes. Her face was pale, and her body shook uncontrollably.

  Small Girl: "Mister! Mister! Help me! They're after me! They want to sacrifice me to the demon fox as a bride!" ??

  Ameer couldn't help but laugh at the ridiculousness of the situation. His stoic demeanor faltered for a second as he looked at the little girl clinging to his foot.

  Ameer: "Ha! What is this? A little girl running around like a scared rabbit? Sacrifice to a demon fox as a bride? You've got to be kidding me." ??

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  The girl clung tighter, her face full of panic.

  Small Girl: "Please! Mister, they'll kill me! Please save me!" ??

  Ameer rolled his eyes and shook his head. He didn't have time for babysitting. His mission was far more important than dealing with some terrified child.

  Ameer: "I don't have time for this. Go find your parents or something. I've got more important things to do." ??

  But no matter how hard he tried, the girl refused to let go. She was clinging to his foot like it was the last thing holding her together.

  System: "Congratulations, Ameer. You've successfully adopted a loli. How does it feel to have a little wife now?" ??

  Ameer glared at the System, clearly annoyed by its constant mocking.

  Ameer: "Shut up, System. I don't have time for this nonsense. I've got bigger things to deal with." ??

  But the girl didn't let go. Her fear was palpable, and Ameer realized that this was more than just a simple nuisance. There were people after her—people who were willing to sacrifice a child to a demon fox. That was no small matter.

  Ameer: "Fine. I'll help you, but don't expect me to babysit you forever." ??

  The girl looked up at him, her eyes wide with relief.

  Small Girl: "Thank you! Thank you so much!" ??

  Ameer sighed and turned, carrying the girl with him as he made his way deeper into the forest. He didn't know what kind of messed-up situation he had gotten himself into, but he couldn't just leave the girl to be sacrificed either.

  [The System's Incessant Commentary]

  As Ameer walked, the System couldn't resist adding its own brand of sarcastic commentary.

  System: "Look at you, Ameer. All powerful and still playing the hero. You really are something else." ??

  Ameer: "I'm not playing the hero. I'm just trying to avoid a hassle. I've got more important things to do." ??

  System: "Sure, sure. Keep telling yourself that. Meanwhile, you've got a new little wife tagging along. What's next, Ameer? Are you going to start a family?" ??

  Ameer rolled his eyes. The System never knew when to shut up.

  Ameer: "You can mock me all you want, but you know I'll deal with this the way I see fit. No one tells me what to do." ??

  [The Demon Fox Threat]

  As they walked deeper into the forest, Ameer could feel a dark presence looming in the air. The little girl's words rang in his ears—there were indeed people after her. And the mention of the demon fox caught his attention.

  Ameer: "So, tell me more about this demon fox. Who's after you?" ??

  The girl swallowed hard, her fear growing once more.

  Small Girl: "They're from the Dark Cult. They want to sacrifice me to the demon fox to gain its power. They say that the fox will take me as its bride and grant them immortality." ??

  Ameer raised an eyebrow. This was more than just some childish fantasy. There were cultists involved, and they were willing to do anything to gain power.

  Ameer: "Well, I can assure you, little girl, no one's going to sacrifice you today." ??

  System: "You really think you can take on a demon fox? Be careful, Ameer. You might be powerful, but even you have limits." ??

  Ameer: "Don't worry, System. I've got everything under control." ??

  Epilogue: A New Pawn, A New Problem

  Ameer's day had taken an unexpected turn. What started as a simple mission to crush sects and claim power had now turned into a rescue mission for a little girl. But Ameer wasn't one to back down from a challenge.

  The System continued to mock him, but deep down, it knew that Ameer was no longer the same person he once was. His rage and power had grown to unimaginable levels, and nothing—no one—could stand in his way.

  But even Ameer knew that the situation with the Dark Cult and the demon fox would soon become another chapter in his long, bloody journey.

  For now, though, he had a pawn to protect, and that would be his focus.

  End of Chapter 14 ??