Yun Zhonghe rejoiced.
Lin Zhongyu felt complicated.
Suddenly, she felt so tired. She had fought five battles in the ceremony and then continued to be investigated without a moment's rest, yet she hadn't felt weary. Why was it that when comforting Mu Jixue, a strong sense of fatigue surged over her?
She couldn't help but think again about the fact that Mu Jixue had already had physical contact with Yun Zhonghe, and then she herself had to comfort Mu Jixue, saying nice things...
How could she not feel mentally exhausted?
...
"Xiao Yu, you didn't really agree to live in the Yun Mansion, did you?"
"Yes. Madam Chen was too enthusiastic, I couldn't refuse. Besides, I've already broken ties with the Lin Family, and before heading to Xuantian Sect, I have nowhere else to go, so I accepted Madam Chen's offer of shelter."
On the way back, Mu Jixue and Lin Zhongyu walked ahead, while Yun Zhonghe very sensibly followed behind, maintaining a certain distance.
Not too far, not too close, just maintaining a subtle distance to watch over them.
This is great, I really hope it can stay like this forever.
Yun Zhonghe couldn't help but sigh in his heart. Only at this moment was his heart exceptionally calm.
He wasn't worried about Huang Aotian wanting to kill him at all.
Currently, everything seemed to be progressing smoothly. Huang Aotian and the female lead's relationship was better, he had also become close with the female lead, and at the same time, Huang Aotian had grudgingly acknowledged him somewhat.
Next, as long as he could handle a few more female leads, they would speak well of him to Huang Aotian. Sooner or later, he would be able to put his arm around Huang Aotian's shoulder, look down upon the world, and say to all living beings, "The Empress is my good brother! I owe everything I have today entirely to her!"
Thinking about the increasing possibility of that day arriving, Yun Zhonghe felt like he could wake up laughing from a dream.
"That guy... seems to be thinking of something sinister again..."
Mu Jixue's Huang Mao sensing radar seemed to be activating again. She couldn't help but glance back, watching Yun Zhonghe, and secretly thought to herself.
She dared not speak ill of Yun Zhonghe in front of Lin Zhongyu anymore, but she couldn't just sit back and do nothing either.
"I... I want to live in the Yun Mansion too!"
Mu Jixue hardened her heart. To protect Lin Zhongyu, even if it was a tiger's den ahead, she would charge in.
Didn't Yun Zhonghe just invite her to stay? Since that was the case, she wouldn't be polite.
With her guarding Lin Zhongyu's side, she figured that Huang Mao wouldn't dare to do anything despicable.
Chapter 51: The Female Lead is Stirring
Yun Zhonghe was quite surprised, not expecting Mu Jixue to actually agree. He had thought she wouldn't be willing.
The reason he suggested Mu Jixue move in was partly because he was worried she might have concerns, and partly because he felt he could use the opportunity to deepen her relationship with Lin Zhongyu.
Of course, since you, Huang Aotian, have already stayed at my place, our relationship must be even more extraordinary, right?
After all, you did spend the night at my house.
Therefore, Yun Zhonghe definitely supported Mu Jixue joining with both hands, and Lin Zhongyu was also very happy. After all, the Yun Family was relatively unfamiliar to her, and having a companion would certainly be the best.
However, just at this moment...
"Disciple, have you forgotten that you are supposed to come to your master's place tonight?"
Suddenly, Youyue Zhenren's voice transmission came from somewhere unknown.
Yun Zhonghe was still looking for Youyue Zhenren's whereabouts when the latter descended from the night sky and landed beside them. Her skin, as bright and clear as the moon, appeared even more translucent under the moonlight.
"Mas... Master..."
As soon as she saw Youyue Zhenren, Mu Jixue wilted.
Indeed, only the female leads were powerful weapons specifically effective against Huang Aotian.
"Zhenren."
"Greetings, Zhenren."
Lin Zhongyu and Yun Zhonghe bowed respectfully. Youyue Zhenren nodded at them, acknowledging their greeting.
After all, she was a Senior and a Sect Elder. These new Disciples who were about to enter the Sect were indeed not worthy of a grand salute from the Zhenren.
Even a nod was considered very polite.
Youyue Zhenren's light blue eyes swept towards Mu Jixue: "Disciple, now that your friend has been released, it's time to return with your master. Before returning to the Sect, you must complete the cultivation of your new technique."
New technique?
Yun Zhonghe suddenly realized. That must be referring to the Earth-tier technique, Ice Heart Skill, that Huang Aotian obtained when he first entered Xuantian Sect in the game, right?
The higher the technique's tier, the faster the cultivation speed. Additionally, high-tier techniques would grant Cultivators extra attribute bonuses and special abilities.
Just like Yun Zhonghe's Golden Sun Art had the special ability to freely control Spiritual Root Yuan Yang, the Ice Heart Skill also did. Yun Zhonghe remembered that after cultivating the Ice Heart Skill, one could evolve Yuan Yin power into extreme Yin power, greatly increasing the power of ice-element Spells.
Extreme Yin and ice-element were simply a perfect match.
Furthermore, after cultivating the Ice Heart Skill, Huang Aotian could Cultivate with other female Cultivators, even achieving the ability to extract Yin to supplement Yin, absorbing others' Yuan Yin power to expand her own Yuan Yin power. It was simply tailor-made for lesbians.
Its evolved version, the Heaven-tier technique, Mysterious Maiden Ice Heart Skill, could even convert the absorbed Yuan Yin power into extreme Yin power.
However, while cultivating the Ice Heart Skill allowed one to Cultivate with female Cultivators, one would also become the perfect cultivation target in the eyes of other male Cultivators. But because this was a lesbian-oriented game, there was almost no business for other male Cultivators.
It was also from the moment she obtained the Ice Heart Skill that Huang Aotian's cultivation would accelerate like a rocket, and she would have more reasons and excuses to get close to the other female leads.
Thinking of this technique, Yun Zhonghe inwardly exclaimed, "Excellent!"
This meant that Huang Aotian was finally leaving the novice village and entering a new storyline, and also that he could finally start collecting HCGs.
Yun Zhonghe really wanted to persuade Mu Jixue to quickly go with Youyue Zhenren. Once Mu Jixue successfully transitioned to cultivating the Ice Heart Skill, Yun Zhonghe, whose cultivation was bound to hers, would also Cultivate faster.
Killing two birds with one stone, how delightful!
As for living with Lin Zhongyu, it wouldn't be too late to do so after Mu Jixue completed her transition. Perhaps because of the Ice Heart Skill, the two might even start doing something colorful.
However, if he were to say this out loud, it would seem like he had ulterior motives. Yun Zhonghe could only keep his thoughts to himself.
"Xue'er, since it's Zhenren's request, hurry and go. Finishing the important matter first is the most crucial thing."
Lin Zhongyu advised.
Well done, female lead! My help to you wasn't in vain. At the critical moment, I still have to rely on you to persuade Huang Aotian.
See? As long as Lin Zhongyu spoke, Mu Jixue was completely silenced, stammering and unable to utter a single word for a long time.
Lin Zhongyu smiled slightly: "With Yun here, Xue'er, you don't need to worry about my safety. I'll be waiting for you at the Yun Mansion."
It's precisely because this guy, Yun Zhonghe, is here that I won't feel at ease!
Yun Zhonghe remained silent. What could he say? It wasn't like he could put his arm around Lin Zhongyu and say to Mu Jixue with a smile, "You can rest assured and leave her to me."
Ew! What kind of ultimate cuckolding line is that? He'd probably get his bull head chopped off the moment he said it.
Yun Zhonghe had an extremely strong awareness of preventing cuckolding scenarios.
In the end, Mu Jixue had no choice. Given her master's command, she had to obey.
Mu Jixue tightly clasped Lin Zhongyu's hand and slipped a sound transmission talisman into her palm: "Xiao Yu, if you encounter any danger, you must notify me immediately, and I will rush over at once."
Lin Zhongyu smiled. What danger could she be in while at the Yun Mansion?
Within Cangzhou City, there was no place safer than the Yun Family.
But to put Mu Jixue at ease, she had no choice but to accept it.
Afterward, Mu Jixue left with Youyue Zhenren, turning back three times with every step. She was clearly very worried about Lin Zhongyu but could do nothing about it.
"Alas, it seems Huang Aotian still doesn't trust me. But it's okay, sooner or later I will make her completely acknowledge me."
Yun Zhonghe's heart was clearer than anyone's. He wasn't in a hurry. Haste makes waste, it's better to let things take their natural course.
Finally, only Yun Zhonghe and Lin Zhongyu were left alone.
"It's getting late. Let's go back to the Yun Mansion. You must be very tired today. I've already had the servants prepare a room for you. You can just go back and sleep; it's fine."
Yun Zhonghe turned around and took a step forward first.
"Okay... okay!"
Lin Zhongyu's voice suddenly became a little nervous, but her steps didn't slow down at all, following closely behind Yun Zhonghe.
At this moment, Yun Zhonghe walked in front, and Lin Zhongyu followed behind.
With Huang Aotian absent, Yun Zhonghe deliberately didn't chat too much with Lin Zhongyu. This sense of proportion was the necessary factor to ensure a good relationship between the three of them.
However, Yun Zhonghe felt that the gaze from Lin Zhongyu behind him was a bit fiery. What was going on?
"Hoo... hoo..."
Lin Zhongyu was taking deep breaths.
Suddenly being alone with Yun, she wasn't mentally prepared, but at the same time, she felt it was a good opportunity.
All along, she had wanted to properly thank Yun Zhonghe, but she never found the chance. Plus, Mu Jixue would always cause trouble nearby, and she was too busy smoothing things over to even have time.
But now that Mu Jixue had left and only Lin Zhongyu and Yun Zhonghe were left, wasn't this the perfect opportunity?
Lin Zhongyu couldn't help but lift her head and look at Yun Zhonghe's tall back.
That reliable back was tall and slender. Dressed in a red and white robe, he appeared heroic and imposing, yet not distant. He exuded a cool and reserved aura, but it was filled with approachability.
Lin Zhongyu couldn't help but feel her heart race, as if an unspeakable attachment was surfacing in her heart.
"Yun, Yun!"
Seeing that they were about to reach the entrance of the Yun Mansion and miss this golden opportunity, Lin Zhongyu suppressed her inner shyness and finally called out to Yun Zhonghe.
Chapter 52: The Female Lead Made Her Move!
"Hmm? What is it, Lin?"
Yun Zhonghe, suddenly called out to, was also slightly surprised. He turned around and looked at Lin Zhongyu, who was standing rooted to the spot.
She seemed a little uncomfortable, her breathing slightly rapid, her cheeks flushed, even a bit suggestive.
Inadvertently, it stirred a little commotion in Yun Zhonghe's heart.
No, no, what am I thinking? This is a female lead. Having thoughts about her... am I tired of living?
Yun Zhonghe immediately broke free from that emotion.
"Are you feeling unwell somewhere? Then let's hurry back to the mansion. I'll find you some Qi Recovery Pills to replenish your spiritual power."
"No... I'm not. I'm fine."
Yun Zhonghe: ?
Lin Zhongyu's eyes darted away, and she unconsciously lowered her head, her face red.
For some reason, as soon as she saw Yun Zhonghe's body, she thought of what Mu Jixue had said before.
Xue'er has already had physical contact with Yun.
The more she thought about it, the more complicated her mood became, and at the same time, she felt something wanting to burst out from her heart, making her incredibly uncomfortable.
Finally, she gathered all her strength in one go and suddenly pounced towards Yun Zhonghe.
"Eh-hey!"
With a soft cry, her soft and delicate body threw itself into Yun Zhonghe's arms.
Lin Zhongyu hugged Yun Zhonghe tightly for a moment, the distance between them instantly shrinking to zero.
Yun Zhonghe: σ(っ°д°;)っ
Yun Zhonghe was stunned for a second before his eyes suddenly widened.
Lin Zhongyu was also shocked silly, staring with wide, blank apricot eyes. Her peerlessly beautiful face turned into that of a bewildered and innocent white rabbit.
Ugh ah ah ah!!!
What am I doing?! Men and women should keep their distance! Just like this, brazenly hugging Yun, what will he think of me!
Will he think I'm a loose woman? Will he be very disappointed in me? What should I do? How should I explain?!
Wuwuwu! Why did I suddenly make such a move uncontrollably?
Lin Zhongyu was filled with regret, especially the more Yun Zhonghe remained silent, the more frightened and anxious she became.