When Li Chang'an saw Meng Yiran, he didn't say much—just gave her a look, and she obediently followed him outside. Not until they were past the academy gates and Li Chang'an had used his spiritual sense to confirm there were no familiar faces around, did he reach out and wrap his arm around Meng Yiran's waist.
Meng Yiran didn't resist. She just let out a soft chuckle and said, "What's this? Afraid to make a move inside the academy, but suddenly bold now that we're outside?"
"You trying to provoke me?" Li Chang'an's gaze was intense and predatory, like a wolf eyeing its prey.
"Of course not," she replied with feigned innocence. "I'm just a lowly Spirit Master. How could I dare provoke a teacher capable of knocking out a Spirit Douluo?" Her eyes sparkled with admiration.
"As long as you know." Li Chang'an gave her waist a firm squeeze. But her waist was so soft and supple, it felt like she had no bones—no matter how hard he squeezed, it was just pleasantly pliant.
"I believe you," she said with a teasing smile. "But before we go any further, what exactly are we? Lovers?"
She leaned in, her lips brushing against his ear, her breath warm and sweet.
Li Chang'an grinned devilishly. "Call it whatever you want, sweetheart. Let's grab a bite first."
Although Meng Yiran came off as mature, she was still inexperienced. If he wanted things to progress naturally, there were some preparations to be made—like a bit of drinking.
The two of them found a decently upscale hotel—restaurant on the first floor, rooms on the second. Li Chang'an booked a private dining room, ordered three or four dishes, and a jug of low-alcohol wine.
Seeing that he only ordered one jug, Meng Yiran didn't think much of it and started drinking with him. But as the wine went down, she began feeling tipsy and ended up ordering three more bottles!
"You're just trying to get me drunk so you can take advantage of me, right? Go ahead, I'm not scared. I've been yours for a long time anyway."
Inside the private room, Meng Yiran clung to Li Chang'an, her flushed, alluring face full of invitation.
Li Chang'an rolled his eyes. If Bai Xue, that mature woman, was seductive to her core, then Meng Yiran's charm was completely on the surface. Still, her allure was different from Hu Liena's.
Hu Liena had an innate, noble kind of seduction. And though Li Chang'an usually held the upper hand in their interactions, she was the type who would never let herself be shortchanged. Otherwise, she wouldn't have forced Li Chang'an into juggling a love triangle back then.
Meng Yiran's seduction was much simpler—entirely natural. She was already completely under his control, with no room for resistance.
"Come on… Tonight, I'm all yours." She kept urging, her hands gently exploring his body with a softness like flowing water.
"Let's go, sweetheart!" Li Chang'an no longer held back. This hotel was chosen for one reason: eat downstairs, then head straight up.
He quickly paid the bill and booked a room upstairs—a luxury suite.
"Sweetheart, do me a favor, will you?" he said once they were inside.
His hands moved with a magical touch, making it hard for Meng Yiran to resist.
"What… What kind of favor?"
"Next time we're doing this, call me Daddy. How about that?"
"Ah… Oh, I get it," she replied, swaying her hips against him seductively.
"Daddy~ Am I… naughty~?"
"Damn."
Li Chang'an couldn't hold back anymore. He swept Meng Yiran into his arms and laid her down on the bed, his eyes dark with desire.
He leaned down and pressed a kiss to her soft Lips, then traced a path with his lips to the side of her face, lingering briefly on her cheek before moving to the soft curve of her neck.
Meng Yiran let out a soft gasp, her hands tightening around him.
Li Chang'an's kisses traveled lower—across her collarbone, then to her shoulder. He paused only to run his fingers gently down her thigh, before planting a kiss just above her belly button.
"You really drive me crazy, you know that?" he murmured against her skin.
Meng Yiran giggled, eyes half-lidded, clearly enjoying every second.
"You're the one who said I'm yours…"
He leaned back up, capturing her lips in a deep, slow kiss, then whispered against her mouth, "Then let me show you what that means."
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The next morning, Li Chang'an rubbed his tired eyes, blinking at the soft morning light pouring through the curtains. He turned his head to see naked Meng Yiran still curled up on the bed, sound asleep, her long hair fanned across the pillow.
He smiled, got up quietly, and went downstairs to get breakfast. When he returned, he placed the meal on the table and left a handwritten note beside it.
Before leaving, he couldn't resist giving her a firm squiz on her butt.
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Li Chang'an had things to do today, so he couldn't stay in the hotel. Meng Yiran needed a day to recover anyway, so he had already told her last night what his plans were. The note was just a reminder in case she forgot.
Walking down the street, he found himself recalling the taste of Meng Yiran. Even after it was over, he still wasn't entirely satisfied. Now that he had gained another girl, he was in an exceptionally good mood.
Still, he didn't forget to use his ice-element powers to cleanse himself of any lingering perfume or alcohol scent. He even took out a revitalizing herb from his soul tool for recovery.
When he returned to the academy, Xiao Wu and the others were already in class. Li Chang'an scratched his head, not wanting to disturb them, and instead went to look for Miao Ling
Originally, he planned to call her out, but upon discovering that she lived alone, he ended up walking inside on his own. Maybe it was just a bit windy outside, and the room looked warm.
"You… You came, Young Master."
Miao Ling was wearing a simple white loungewear outfit. With her cat ears and tail, she looked like she was cosplaying.
She had stayed inside the past few days, waiting for Li Chang'an. Her clothes were brought over by Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing.
In fact, Miao Ling had been discovered by Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing. Her tragic background touched Zhu Zhuqing—also a feline martial soul user—so she took quite a liking to Miao Ling and often cared for her.
"How've you been these past few days?" Li Chang'an casually followed her into the modest room and glanced around.
Miao Ling quickly dragged a chair over for him, carefully wiping imaginary dust from it before politely saying, "Please, have a seat, Young Master."
Looking at how overly proper she was, Li Chang'an cursed silently at the injustice of life, then obediently sat down.
After that, Miao Ling busied herself with finding the kettle and cups. She poured him tea with great care. Once done, she even held the cup to check the temperature before offering it with both hands.
"Young Master, please enjoy your tea."
Sigh. For some reason, Li Chang'an suddenly felt a pang of sorrow for the little girl. At her age, she should be carefree and playful, not tricked and trafficked for someone else's gain.
'Human traffickers… they all deserve to die.'
"Thank you. Miao Ling, don't worry about all this. Sit down—I want to ask you a few things." His voice was gentle.
"Ah… It's okay. I can stand," she replied, waving her hands awkwardly and fidgeting in place.
"I order you—to sit," Li Chang'an said, a bit helplessly.
"Yes, Young Master." Hearing the seriousness in his tone, Miao Ling finally found a small stool and half-sat on it.
But as soon as she sat down, she saw a steaming cup of tea appear before her. Looking up, she met his handsome, devilish face.
"Drink it. I poured it for you. From now on, while you're with me, forget about all these rules. We're friends, maybe even family—but never master and servant."
He placed the tea in her hands and returned to his seat.
"Ah… Young Master, isn't this… inappropriate?"
Miao Ling had never met anyone like him before. In her eyes, Masters were always harsh and cold. But this man? He was young, handsome, rich, and kind?
"What's wrong with it? If I say it's fine, then it's fine." He repeated with a smile, putting an end to her protests.
Taking a big sip of the perfectly warmed tea, Li Chang'an continued, "Miao Ling, do you have any plans for the future?"
"If you want to leave, I'll not only help you find your family, I'll also give you enough money to live freely."
"Young Master… Are you… abandoning me?" Her eyes welled up instantly. She stood up, tears falling one by one.
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