NOVPUB“Friend of the Antagonists activating at a time like this… this isn’t good,” Mu Zhi’an muttered, staring at the ominous black glow emanating from the title on his interface. 𝓃𝓸𝓿𝓹𝓾𝓫.𝓬ℴ𝓶
He had clearly heard a voice from the Pilgrimage Palace during the sect’s opening ceremony.
And now, after a tremor near the Pilgrimage Palace, the “Friend of the Antagonists” title had activated.
Could this mean that the being sealed within the Pilgrimage Palace was an “antagonist”?
A powerful antagonist at that.
The titles on his interface weren’t just for show. They had tangible effects.
The black-robed man’s initial approach, and even the Demon Realm Empress’s interest in him, might have been influenced by this title.
He had only witnessed this eerie glow once before: during his encounter with the Swallowing Python, the beautiful snake woman.
Could the being sealed within the Pilgrimage Palace’s altar be on par with the Demon Realm Empress?!
His heart sank as he considered this possibility.
No wonder the Sect Master had warned him against asking too many questions.
It wouldn’t have made a difference anyway.
This matter should be left to the Sect Master. It’s beyond my capabilities… He decided.
He sensed someone approaching.
He turned to see Ye Qian, who had just hurried away, walking towards him casually.
She looked up at him, her almond-shaped eyes filled with curiosity. “Brother Mu, when did you arrive?”
Her expression was a perfect mask of innocence.
He frowned, suspicion flickering in his eyes.
I wasn’t mistaken… That was definitely Qian’er leaving Lingxuan’s room…
Why is she pretending she didn’t see me…?
Could she have been passing by?
He studied her, noting the flicker of panic in her eyes as she met his gaze. She quickly lowered her head.
However, her gaze fell not on her toes, but on her ample bosom.
Something’s fishy… He eyed her, his gaze lingering on her alluring figure, a blend of innocence and seduction.
“Don’t tease her so much,” Ye Lingxuan whispered, tugging at his sleeve.
He glanced at the beautiful girl beside him, her purple dress accentuating her elegant features.
He boldly wrapped his arm around her waist, giving her a playful poke before taking her hand in his.
“If I can’t tease Qian’er, can I tease you instead?” he whispered back.
Her heart skipped a beat, and she quickly withdrew her hand, glancing at her sister. Seeing Qian’er still lost in thought, she relaxed.
She shot him a playful glare, her voice a soft murmur. “Stop it. It would be disastrous if Qian’er found out…”
She had come to accept his bold gestures, but she still drew the line at intimacy in front of her sister.
The reason was obvious… Qian’er had fallen for him first, and she, as the elder sister, had tried to prevent it. Now, she was the one in a relationship with him.
If Qian’er found out, she might not confront them or scold them, but she would be heartbroken.
That was why Lingxuan was so determined to keep their relationship a secret.
She had intended to confess to her sister, but she couldn’t bring herself to do it.
Unbeknownst to her, Ye Qian had been secretly observing them from the doorway ever since they had started fooling around in the room.
Lingxuan believed she knew her sister well, having grown up with her… And she did. She was familiar with Qian’er’s habits and her personality.
However, she hadn’t anticipated her sister’s… unique hobbies…
Ye Qian glanced at Mu Zhi’an’s hand holding her sister’s, then quickly looked away.
It might have seemed like an insignificant gesture to Mu Zhi’an, but after receiving a certain inheritance at Dao Peak, she had developed a heightened sensitivity to subtle movements, though not to the same extent as her sister.
For example, she had noticed Brother Mu secretly holding Sister’s hand and teasing her…
And she had also seen them kissing in the room earlier… Just thinking about it sent a thrill through her.
She remained silent, her head bowed, feigning shyness. However, her eyes sparkled with excitement.
She knew her hobby was strange, but she couldn’t help it… The thought of her beloved Brother Mu and her beloved sister together filled her with jealousy… but also a strange sense of arousal.
“Qian’er.”
A gentle voice snapped her out of her thoughts.
She looked up to see Mu Zhi’an, clad in his black robe with gold trim, gazing at her warmly.
“W-what is it?” she stammered, her eyes wide and innocent.
“Your sister and I are going to have some tea and snacks at a pavilion. Want to join us?” he asked with a smile.
He had decided against venturing to the Pilgrimage Palace.
The “Friend of the Antagonists” title had warned him. The being sealed within the palace was clearly dangerous.
Only a fool would go there.
It was better to enjoy a relaxing afternoon with the Ye sisters, sipping tea and chatting idly at a pavilion.
She nodded, her cheeks flushing. “Okay.”
The tremors had ceased. They left the residence together.
As they stepped outside, a cacophony of voices reached their ears.
“What do you think happened at the Pilgrimage Palace? Why was the tremor so strong?”
“I heard from a Senior Brother that the Pilgrimage Palace always trembles after the sect’s opening ceremony. Apparently, Ling Long, the Spirit Dragon, resides in a Dongtian beneath the palace…”
“So Senior Ling Long caused the tremor?” a disciple asked, his voice laced with doubt.
Ling Long is innocent… Mu Zhi’an thought, listening to their conversation.
He glanced at the two sisters beside him. “Let’s find a place to sit,” he said with a smile.
