Chapter 142: The Bootlicking Immortal Lord Who Wants to Live Off a Woman (8)

Su Mingyue stood up when she saw who had arrived and called out, “Senior Brother Chu, I already went to the Cultivation Hall today. What brings you here?”

Ruan Xi’er immediately stepped forward to block Chu Suxing’s path, clearly displeased that he’d spoken to Su Mingyue first.

“Obviously, we’re here to deliver something for Master. What, you think we came just to see you? Don’t flatter yourself.”

Chu Suxing frowned slightly. “Xi’er, mind your manners.”

Ruan Xi’er let out a soft “oh” and fell silent.

Only then did Shen Xiuyan notice Ruan Xi’er’s presence.

Well, well. It wasn’t even mid-morning yet, and Ruan Xi’er was already here? Shouldn’t she be cleaning over at Heaven-Reaching Peak right now?

Skipping her chores to come argue with his future wife? She must be tired of living.

Shen Xiuyan’s gaze turned increasingly dangerous.

Meanwhile, Chu Suxing gave an awkward smile. “Please don’t mind her, Little Junior Sister. My younger martial sister has been spoiled rotten by our Master. I’ll be sure to give her a good talking-to when we get back.”

Su Mingyue smiled gracefully, indicating she didn’t mind.

That smile, however, completely misled Chu Suxing. He smiled back, eyes twinkling as he kept sending flirtatious glances her way.

After all, she was Elder Su’s daughter—definitely not someone he could afford to offend. Her father had more Spirit Stones and treasures than he could count.

He was bound to need those resources for his cultivation later on, and there was no way he could afford them himself. Even his Master might not be able to support him.

So he had to build a good relationship with this Little Junior Sister.

He was convinced that once she developed feelings for him, she wouldn’t turn down any of his requests.

After their brief chat today, he was even more certain that Little Junior Sister liked him.

Otherwise, why would she let it slide when Xi’er spoke so rudely, just because he said a few words?

If Su Mingyue knew what he was thinking, she’d be utterly dumbfounded.

Senior Brother Chu, are you seriously this shameless?

Ugh, what bad luck!

Ruan Xi’er, seeing how Chu Suxing was acting toward Su Mingyue, stomped her foot in frustration.

Sensing something was off, she tugged at Chu Suxing’s sleeve in protest.

Chu Suxing took the opportunity to tickle her palm with his finger, then turned back and gave her a reassuring smile. Ruan Xi’er’s face instantly turned red with embarrassment.

Shen Xiuyan was completely dumbstruck by the scene.

Holy crap, is the male lead actually a player?

Flirting with Mingyue while already having Ruan Xi’er?

This is like slicing your own butt with a knife—eye-opening and painful…

He quickly shifted his gaze to Su Mingyue’s face. Only after seeing her confused expression did he finally relax.

Thank goodness, thank goodness. Mingyue clearly hadn’t thought of it in a romantic way at all.

That’s a relief.

Shen Xiuyan silently comforted himself, then perked up.

He was now both furious and determined—this scummy couple needed to be locked up right here and now, never to be let loose to wreak havoc on the world.

He took a moment to prepare, then began to lay a trap for Ruan Xi’er.

“Ahem~” He cleared his throat.

“You must be Senior Sister Ruan,” Shen Xiuyan called out excitedly.

Ruan Xi’er frowned, not wanting to respond. Anyone standing next to Su Mingyue was automatically her enemy.

But when she looked closely, she was taken aback.

This young man standing next to Senior Brother Chu was just as good-looking—maybe even better.

Faced with someone like that, Ruan Xi’er found herself unwilling to be rude.

She reassured herself internally: just because he’s with Su Mingyue doesn’t mean they’re close. No need to take it out on him.

After all, who could resist a sweet, baby-faced boy?

Ruan Xi’er gave a reserved nod. “Yes, I am. Why?”

Shen Xiuyan looked at her with admiration. “So it really is you, Senior Sister Ruan! I’ve heard all about you—how you get to study under the Ancestral Master every day. Everyone at the Thirty-Two Peaks is so envious.”

Flattered by his praise, Ruan Xi’er’s mood brightened. She hadn’t expected the boy to have such good taste. Clearly, he wasn’t on Su Mingyue’s side.

She smiled warmly at Shen Xiuyan. “It’s nothing, really. Maybe you’ll get the chance too someday.”

“Oh, I doubt it. I’m nowhere near as talented as you, Senior Sister,” Shen Xiuyan said with a modest shake of his head, subtly laying his trap. “But I am curious—why aren’t you at Heaven-Reaching Peak right now? As far as I know, Senior Sister Ning Cui hasn’t returned yet.”

Ruan Xi’er froze for a moment, her eyes darting around. Then she lied, “I’m not the same as Ning Cui. I received a reward from the Ancestral Master—he told me to come back early.”

Shen Xiuyan clapped his hands. “That’s amazing, Senior Sister! I’ll make sure to spread the word. Everyone at the Thirty-Two Peaks should know about your brilliance.”

Ruan Xi’er panicked. That absolutely couldn’t get out. She shook her head rapidly. “No, no, that’s not necessary. Master always tells us to stay humble. This kind of thing shouldn’t be publicized.”

Then, feeling a bit guilty, she tugged on Chu Suxing’s sleeve. “Let’s go deliver the items to Elder Su. Master’s waiting for our report.”

Chu Suxing noticed her expression and felt a twinge of suspicion. Was there more to this than she was letting on?

But now wasn’t the time to ask. No way he’d embarrass his own people in public.

Putting on a smile, he turned to Su Mingyue. “Then we’ll be off, Little Junior Sister.”

“Goodbye, Senior Brother.”

After they left, Su Mingyue turned to Shen Xiuyan in surprise. “You know Cui Cui?”

Shen Xiuyan froze. Crap, he’d let that slip.

He thought for a moment, then shook his head. “Not really. But Senior Sister Ning Cui’s name is well-known across the Thirty-Two Peaks.”

“True enough,” Su Mingyue nodded in agreement.

Ever since Ning Cui started training at Heaven-Reaching Peak, her reputation had skyrocketed.

There were only two slots available for the Thirty-Two Peaks, and she got one of them. Countless people were secretly envious.

Su Mingyue asked curiously, “So you really admire Ning Cui?”

Shen Xiuyan tilted his head. “She’s alright, I guess…”

Why would he admire Cui Cui? That was just an excuse.

But Su Mingyue misunderstood. Her expression darkened. “Then you must admire Ruan Xi’er?”

After all, the only two people making waves in the Thirty-Two Peaks lately were those two. Based on what Shen Xiuyan had just said, if it wasn’t Ning Cui, it had to be Ruan Xi’er.

No wonder he spoke so nicely to her and smiled so sweetly!

Su Mingyue couldn’t accept it.

Such a sweet little Junior Brother—how could he have such poor taste?

Seeing her expression change, Shen Xiuyan quickly shook his head. “Senior Sister, you can’t slander me like that.”

Su Mingyue: “?”

Shen Xiuyan declared firmly, “Anyone with eyes can see I don’t like Senior Sister Ruan. Why would you say that? I’m heartbroken.”

Su Mingyue: “???”

Shen Xiuyan pressed on, “Just thinking that you’d believe that about me—it really hurts.”

Su Mingyue: “……”

What eyes could possibly see that you don’t like Ruan Xi’er? You two were chatting just fine a moment ago.

And why does being associated with Ruan Xi’er seem like a death sentence to you?

Could it be that there’s some grudge between them?

She rubbed her chin in thought. That actually made sense—knowing Ruan Xi’er’s temper, if someone wasn’t practically throwing themselves at her, she wouldn’t even bother to like them.

No way… She’d really have the heart to make things difficult for such an adorable little junior brother?