However, it seems to have dealt a significant blow to the initially arrogant Huang Aotian's confidence. The radiance emanating from Huang Mao was too dazzling, completely overshadowing Huang Aotian.
I still need to find a way to boost her confidence.
Just then, Song Ziwei's next statement gave Yun Zhonghe an opportunity.
Song Ziwei said, "It's just that I don't know the strength of the evil Cultivator behind this. I wonder if we can handle them."
Yun Zhonghe chuckled, "Don't worry, that Miss Mu Jixue is exceptionally strong, and so is Miss Lin Zhongyu next to her. Neither of them is an ordinary Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivator."
As soon as these words were spoken, Mu Jixue's drooping cat ears seemed to perk up instantly. Her deflated confidence seemed to be reinflated.
She looked at Yun Zhonghe in disbelief, her beautiful purple eyes flashing with an indescribable brilliance.
Yun Zhonghe confidently introduced them, "Don't underestimate this White-haired Loli. In terms of strength, I probably can't beat her. Even Golden Core Stage Cultivators, she can solo. She's a very reliable combat force!"
Yun Zhonghe's words weren't empty boasts. After all, in the original plot, the final mission BOSS was soloed by Mu Jixue.
As for Yun Zhonghe's conclusion that "I probably can't beat her," although the two hadn't fought, he had a good grasp of the situation.
He is Huang Mao, she is the fated protagonist. If they really fought, who would win? Isn't that obvious?
So Yun Zhonghe wasn't just bragging; he even felt that what he said was relatively modest.
After all... this was the Huang Aotian he had trained! Her cultivation could improve so quickly, and he, Huang Mao, also contributed to it!
Yun Zhonghe was like a father, certainly not stingy with praise for the daughter he had carefully cultivated in front of outsiders.
At this moment, Mu Jixue was stunned.
Yun Zhonghe's barrage of flattery made her overjoyed. Her recently wounded self-esteem received great comfort and compensation, the effect much more significant than Lin Zhongyu's verbal comfort just now.
Mu Jixue visibly recovered her vitality. She instantly became the focus of everyone's attention, raising her chin proudly, not feeling shy at all.
"She's that strong?"
"She can even go head-to-head with Golden Core Stage Cultivators? That's too amazing. Now I feel at ease."
"Big shot, your leg is so thick, can I hug it?"
Mu Jixue was so proud her mouth was almost unable to stay closed. Look how happy the child is.
Yun Zhonghe couldn't help but rub his forehead and shake his head, thinking that the female lead's character still needed improvement. Easily showing emotions on the surface is a major taboo. It seems he will have to train this Loli in the future.
Well, let's take it one step at a time.
"In short, with this White-haired Loli here, everyone doesn't need to worry too much, but don't let your guard down either. Don't underestimate the enemy. Until we return to Cangzhou City, you cannot relax."
Yun Zhonghe didn't forget to remind them one last time, and only then did everyone come back to their senses.
Only Mu Jixue's mind was still full of Yun Zhonghe's words, "White-haired Loli."
What does that mean?
Is he calling her short?
Anyway, it doesn't sound like anything good...
Damn Huang Mao!
Mu Jixue was a little unhappy, but when she thought of Yun Zhonghe's praise and recognition of her just now, she felt too embarrassed to say anything.
Moreover, if she were to dislike Yun Zhonghe because of this, Xiao Yu would probably scold her again.
This was the last thing she wanted to see.
Forget it, forget it. Since he praised me just now, I'll forgive him this time.
Yes, just this one time!
Chapter 63: Injecting Abundant Essence into Huang Aotian and the Female Lead
After the discussion, Yun Zhonghe and the others planned to wait and see. At the same time, to avoid arousing suspicion, everyone returned to their respective guest rooms to rest.
Their guest rooms were connected, so if any accident occurred, they could call for help immediately, and their companions nearby could arrive at the first opportunity.
At the same time, they also agreed to pretend to go shopping on the street the next day.
After disbanding, Song Ziwei removed the barrier, and everyone returned to their rooms.
"Miss Mu, Miss Lin, please stay."
Just as Mu Jixue and Lin Zhongyu were about to leave, Yun Zhonghe secretly called out to the two girls.
"Is there anything else, Yun?"
Lin Zhongyu obediently turned around. Although Mu Jixue was a little reluctant, she still cooperated and moved closer.
Yun Zhonghe handed them two bottles filled with milky white liquid.
"This is concentrated essence of skunk cabbage. You can spray it on yourselves when necessary. It can repel snakes and insects and will definitely come in handy."
This was an item Yun Zhonghe bought when he happened to see it while obtaining the ice heart grass.
Yun Zhonghe remembered that the BOSS of this mission was a Spider Demon. This concentrated essence of skunk cabbage had a certain restraining effect on it, because snakes and insects disliked the smell of skunk cabbage.
As long as they sprayed the milky white liquid Yun Zhonghe gave them on themselves, snakes and insects would instinctively resist it. Although it wouldn't completely restrain the Yao Xiu, it could at least buy them a moment to breathe.
At a critical moment, even a moment to breathe could save a life.
"Skunk cabbage..."
As soon as Mu Jixue heard that Yun Zhonghe was giving her the concentrated essence of this grass, her face immediately showed a difficult expression.
Because skunk cabbage has a very fishy smell, girls who like cleanliness don't like it very much, and the sticky liquid is also difficult to clean off if it gets on their bodies.
However, Lin Zhongyu accepted it without hesitation.
"Thank you for your kindness, Yun. We will definitely use it well. But why didn't you share it with others?"
Lin Zhongyu hit the key point.
"I don't have much of this stuff, and it's also an important life-saving method. Naturally, I prioritize you."
Mu Jixue: ?
Yun Zhonghe said seriously, "Although others are also very important, you are different. To me, you are special. I want to do my best to protect you."
Mu Jixue & Lin Zhongyu: !!!
At this moment, both girls' pretty faces were flushed, and their hearts almost jumped out.
Their eyes flickered, not daring to look directly into Yun Zhonghe's eyes.
What, what kind of nonsense is this man saying!
Coincidentally, Mu Jixue's gaze happened to fall on his lips. The lines were smooth, the contours clear, naturally rosy, and slightly parted, appearing somewhat captivating.
Speaking of which, this guy drank from her bottle before...
Wait, isn't that an indirect kiss?!
The slow-witted Mu Jixue realized it belatedly, and her neck began to turn crimson.
Mu Jixue suppressed her shyness and asked, "You, don't say such misleading things!"
Her little fangs were already showing, as if carrying a hint of threat.
But this kind of flustered intimidation due to embarrassment seemed particularly cute in Yun Zhonghe's eyes.
Like a fluffy cat getting its fur ruffled.
Yun Zhonghe said calmly, "Why would you think that? Aren't we friends?"
Friends... Mu Jixue was stunned.
Speaking of which, on the surface, they were indeed friends, and Mu Jixue had personally admitted it before.
It was just that she still found it a bit difficult to accept.
"As, as you wish!"
Mu Jixue didn't know how to argue, so she just gave up, pouted, and was about to pull Lin Zhongyu back to her room.
"Ah... well, Yun, we'll take our leave first."
Lin Zhongyu was in a dilemma, but she didn't forget to greet Yun Zhonghe.
After saying goodbye, she followed Mu Jixue into the same room.
Only her eyes revealed complexity.
Yun seems to care especially about Xue'er.
Although there was no evidence, as a woman's intuition, she could feel that Yun Zhonghe paid more attention to Mu Jixue, especially when they were discussing just now, Yun Zhonghe even specifically spoke well of Mu Jixue.
Of course, if it was just this, Lin Zhongyu wouldn't think too much. After all, Yun Zhonghe had always been so gentle and reliable, very good at taking care of people. It was just Mu Jixue's attitude towards Yun Zhonghe that surprised her a little.
When Mu Jixue was feeling down, her own comfort didn't have much effect. Instead, Yun Zhonghe's words cheered her up.
Yun Zhonghe understood Mu Jixue better than her, and Mu Jixue also preferred Yun Zhonghe's comfort.
Suddenly, why did she feel like she was redundant...
"Could it be that Xue'er also feels something for Yun..."
Before, she was the mediator for their relationship, but now, they are getting along very well, as if they no longer need her...
"No, what am I thinking about? The situation is so dangerous right now, and I'm actually still thinking nonsense... Sigh, I'm hopeless."
Lin Zhongyu was too sensible. She would prioritize the bigger picture and put her personal feelings aside.
She cast aside the incorrect thoughts in her mind and correctly examined the relationship between the three of them.
Currently, it seems that Mu Jixue is still somewhat resistant to Yun Zhonghe.
But now that they are in danger, Mu Jixue can't afford to be in a bad mood anymore.
"Xue'er, I want to tell you something."
"Ah? What?"
When the two good friends entered their room, Lin Zhongyu put on a serious expression.
"Xue'er, about that incident on the ship before, I think you'd better apologize to Yun."
"Ah? Why!"
Didn't they have a small conflict on the bed before? Yun Zhonghe drank all her spiritual liquid. Although Yun Zhonghe later compensated Mu Jixue with a lot of Foundation Establishment Pills, filling up her small bottle, she still held a grudge.
Because Mu Jixue always suspected that Yun Zhonghe did it on purpose.
"Why would Yun deliberately drink all your spiritual liquid? There's no reason. Besides, he compensated you with so many Foundation Establishment Pills, he actually lost more. Who would do such a losing business?"
"But, that was the spiritual liquid Master gave me."
Actually, what Mu Jixue felt the worst about was this point. That bottle of spiritual liquid was given by Youyue Zhenren. Having it drunk by Yun Zhonghe made her feel as if something important had been taken from her.
Mu Jixue's feeling towards Yun Zhonghe was already that this person would take away many important things from her in the future. Now that her spiritual liquid was taken, she naturally had a strong resistant reaction.
It was like a sensitive spot had been poked, and the reaction was very intense.
This rhythm, completely controlled by Yun Zhonghe, made her very uncomfortable.
"But Yun has always been thinking of you. Not only did he speak well of you, he even gave you a whole bottle of concentrated skunk cabbage essence for self-defense."
Mu Jixue was rendered speechless. She indeed only saw Yun Zhonghe taking her things, but she didn't see his efforts.
"Ugh... Xiao Yu, you're right. Then what do you think I should do? I'll listen to you."
"You should apologize to him."
Chapter 64: Injecting Sincerity Severely
"Uh..." Mu Jixue hesitated.
Mainly because she had a strange premonition.
It was as if once she apologized to Yun Zhonghe, the other party would take advantage of it, and Yun Zhonghe would shamelessly penetrate even deeper.
Yes!
That hateful Huang Mao will definitely do this!
Seeing Mu Jixue's reaction, Lin Zhongyu understood.