NOVPUBThe Primordial Witch had once been to the Southern Wilderness and the World Sea, leaving behind a powerful secret technique in the former and uniting the latter, becoming a revered goddess-like figure.
In both regions, the Primordial Witch’s name was well-known, although many in the Southern Wilderness didn’t realize that their secret technique originated from her.
Regardless, Regina had already planned to invite Mu Zhi’an to the Southern Wilderness for ‘further studies’. Now that she knew the World Sea was also interested in him, she couldn’t back down.
Mu Zhi’an left the Garden of Heavenly Harmony and saw the Southern Wilderness’s Holy Maiden and Tang Sufei waiting for him.
“What a coincidence, all three of you here together. Is there something I can help you with?” Mu Zhi’an asked, his gaze lingering on Regina’s alluring figure for a moment before quickly looking away.
Although she appeared delicate and fragile, her attire was seductive and captivating, a contrast that attracted men’s attention.
However, as an excellent fish pond master, Mu Zhi’an had great self-control. He wouldn’t stare at one beauty for too long in front of another. He turned to the World Sea’s Holy Maiden and smiled. “Thank you for your help in the Martial Realm, Miss Tang.”
“If it weren’t for you, my maid might not have survived until I arrived.”
His tone was filled with sincere gratitude.
So far, he had a good impression of these two geniuses from the World Sea. They were much more refined than those arrogant scions of the Primordial Clans.
Tang Sufei smiled faintly. “I didn’t do much. You were the one who arrived in time, Young Master Mu.”
Regina, seeing them chatting amicably, raised an eyebrow and said with a smile, “It’s a shame I wasn’t in the same zone as you, Young Master Mu. Otherwise, I could have helped too.”
Her tone was sincere, as if she genuinely regretted not being there.
In fact, she had planned to assist Mu Zhi’an in the Martial Realm and help him pass the trial.
After all, he was only at the fourth-grade Core Formation Realm, not particularly strong among the geniuses participating in the trial. He would surely encounter trouble.
And if she helped him, she could earn his gratitude and attention.
Unfortunately, she hadn’t seen him at all. She had only learned of his departure from the Martial Realm after she had left herself.
For a genius like her, the top ten spots in the Martial Realm trial weren’t important. It was just a few extra matches, a chance to hone her skills.
Tang Sufei chuckled. “It was quite a coincidence. Although you weren’t there, Miss Regina, the Southern Wilderness’s Holy Son did have a… disagreement with Young Master Mu.”
She was subtly warning Mu Zhi’an: The Southern Wilderness isn’t friendly. Don’t trust them too much.
Although they had cooperated before, it was clear that Regina was interested in Mu Zhi’an… They were now competitors.
Regina chuckled. “Although Nigati and I are both from the Southern Wilderness, we’re not close… I’ve made this clear to him before, when he came to the teahouse. You were there too, Young Master Mu.”
She looked at him meaningfully.
Mu Zhi’an understood her intentions and smiled. “There’s no need to stand at the entrance. Please come in and have a seat.”
He invited them into the Garden of Heavenly Harmony and chatted with them for a while, maintaining a friendly atmosphere. However, he pretended not to hear their subtle invitations, skillfully changing the subject.
As their conversation was coming to an end, Tang Sufei repeated her invitation. “Young Master Mu, I’ve discussed this with the elders. If you’re willing to come to the World Sea after the Ascension Ceremony, you’ll receive far more cultivation resources than you do now.”
Gu Hua added playfully, “The World Sea is a land of beautiful women. Perhaps you’ll find your soulmate there, Young Master Mu.”
I’ve heard that coastal regions do have more beautiful women… Mu Zhi’an’s heart skipped a beat, but he smiled politely. “I’ll consider it,” he said, his expression troubled.
Tang Sufei glanced at Gu Hua, her eyes as if saying: See? He’s not like you.
Gu Hua was speechless.
He was confused.
What was this Holy Maiden thinking? If Mu Zhi’an was truly a pure and innocent young man, how could he be involved with both Ye Lingxuan and another beauty?
He was clearly a fickle man, just like him.
He’s good at pretending… Gu Hua smiled and transmitted his voice, “That’s not very sincere, Young Master Mu. We’re inviting you to the World Sea with genuine intentions.”
“Are the beautiful women also genuine?” Mu Zhi’an asked through voice transmission, taking a sip of tea.
I knew it! Gu Hua thought, wanting to reveal Mu Zhi’an’s words. He transmitted his voice, “Of course they are… But you’re a good actor, Young Master Mu. You have so many women around you, yet you still pretend to be a pure and innocent young man.”
“Lingxuan is just my younger sister, and Senior Sister is just my senior sister… You’re misunderstanding, Brother Gu,” Mu Zhi’an replied through voice transmission.
“So it’s fine if I pursue Miss Ye?” Gu Hua asked, a hint of provocation in his voice.
“She’s not interested in those at the same level as her, and those stronger than her are too old for her. You have no chance,” Mu Zhi’an replied calmly, continuing his conversation with Regina and Tang Sufei.
The World Sea’s Holy Son fell silent.
Although they needed Mu Zhi’an, or rather, they needed his maid to return to the World Sea, his confident tone still annoyed him.
As the Holy Son of the World Sea, he had met countless women, and he had never been rejected…
Well, except for Ye Lingxuan.
After chatting for a while, Regina, Tang Sufei, and Gu Hua stood up to leave. Regina had originally planned to prepare a bride price for Mu Zhi’an, but it wasn’t appropriate to present it in front of people from other factions.
And if the World Sea was also involved, she needed to be more thorough in her preparations.
“Young Master Mu, please reconsider. If you come to the Southern Wilderness, I’ll make sure you’re well taken care of,” Regina said through voice transmission, her voice soft and sincere.
Mu Zhi’an nodded slightly and replied with a smile, “Don’t worry, Miss Regina. I’ll consider it.”
Meanwhile, Tang Sufei’s gaze fell upon Wei Mengrou, who was sitting silently in the pavilion.
“Miss Wei, the Holy Son and I bear you no ill will. There’s a great inheritance in the World Sea’s Holy Temple, left behind by the Primordial Witch. Perhaps you can find more memories there. We hope you’ll consider it,” she said sincerely through voice transmission.
Wei Mengrou murmured in response, but her expression didn’t change.
As Tang Sufei had guessed, as long as Mu Zhi’an didn’t go to the World Sea, she wouldn’t leave either.
For Wei Mengrou, the inheritance wasn’t as important as protecting her young master.
Gu Hua sighed inwardly, seeing her reaction.
This master-servant pair was truly strange. Although Wei Mengrou seemed to dislike her master, she always prioritized his well-being. Their relationship was confusing.
However, he was relieved that she hadn’t fallen for Mu Zhi’an’s charms.
At least, someone could see through his fickle nature and hadn’t been deceived by him.
As expected of the former master of the World Sea. Even without her memories, she wouldn’t be fooled by Mu Zhi’an.
After all, if the Primordial Witch fell for Mu Zhi’an and decided to stay in the Eastern Realm, the elders of the World Sea would go crazy…
The Eastern Realm was already a land of abundance. If the Primordial Witch decided to stay there for a man… This news would devastate countless cultivators in the World Sea, and they would want to tear Mu Zhi’an apart.
Fortunately, Miss Wei was an intelligent woman. Having been by Mu Zhi’an’s side for so long, she could see through his facade… This was one of Gu Hua’s few comforts.
Meanwhile, as Mu Zhi’an watched them leave, a thoughtful look appeared in his eyes.
He turned to his maid, who had approached him unnoticed. “What do you think, Mengrou?”
Wei Mengrou was dressed in a yellow dress with beautiful embroidery and a white jacket. Her long skirt fluttered gently, her aura as cold and elegant as the winter scenery.
Her expression was unchanged. “It’s your decision. I’m just a maid. I don’t have the right to choose,” she said calmly.
Mu Zhi’an took her hand, his voice gentle. “But I want to respect your decision, Mengrou.”
Wei Mengrou glanced at his warm hand, surprisingly not pulling away. Her eyes flickered, and she looked away. “I don’t mind,” she said calmly.
It didn’t matter where she was. Her purpose was to protect her young master, and that wouldn’t change.
That was why, when Bai Ruoxi had asked her earlier if she liked Mu Zhi’an, she hadn’t answered with a ‘yes’ or a ‘no’, but simply stated that she was his maid.
You can fight over him all you want. It has nothing to do with me. I’m his maid, so do as you please… That was her attitude.
Mu Zhi’an looked at her thoughtfully, his fingers playing with her hand, pondering the choices before him: the Southern Wilderness or the World Sea.
Tang Sufei’s mention of the World Sea’s inheritance intrigued him, but the Southern Wilderness’s secret technique for concealing Heavenly Secrets was also related to the Primordial Witch… He would have to visit both places eventually.
Wei Mengrou subtly withdrew her hand from his grasp.
Then, she said calmly, “Ruoxi seems to have something to tell you. She’s waiting for you in her room… You should go see her.”
Mu Zhi’an didn’t think too much about it and nodded slightly. “I’ll go see her then.”
The events in the Martial Realm must have worried Bai Ruoxi. She was a kind and gentle girl, somewhat fragile. He had spent the entire night with Wei Mengrou, guiding out the Heavenly Dao Energy, and hadn’t returned to her. She must be worried.
And it had been a while since he had enjoyed the warmth of Ruoxi’s embrace… Mu Zhi’an’s heart stirred. He bid farewell to Wei Mengrou and walked towards Bai Ruoxi’s room.
Wei Mengrou watched him leave, her eyes filled with a complex mix of emotions, a rare hint of guilt and reluctance in her gaze.
…
Mu Zhi’an arrived at Bai Ruoxi’s room and knocked gently on the door before entering.
A charcoal fire burned in the fireplace, warming the room.
Bai Ruoxi, dressed in a beautiful white dress, sat on the cushion by the fire, her aura elegant, refined, and delicate.
She looked up, her beautiful eyes filled with a gentle warmth. “Mu Lang, you’re here,” she said softly.
It feels like it’s been a while. Ruoxi seems even more beautiful now, and she’s wearing light makeup… Mu Zhi’an’s eyes lit up. He closed the door behind him. “I’m sorry for making you worry.”
Bai Ruoxi shook her head gently, her gaze soft and understanding. “Mengrou has known you for much longer than we have, Mu Lang. It’s only natural that you care about her.”
“Even if you were completely captivated by her, I wouldn’t blame you.”
Mu Zhi’an felt a warmth spread through his heart. He sat down beside her on the cushion, wrapped an arm around her waist, inhaled her sweet fragrance, and whispered in her ear, “You’re overthinking it, Ruoxi. If anyone’s captivated, it’s me. I’m already head over heels for you. There’s no room for anyone else.”
“Mu Lang…” Bai Ruoxi murmured, her eyes moist.
Mu Zhi’an couldn’t resist any longer. He lowered his head and kissed her, his hand resting on her shoulder as he gently pushed her back onto the cushion.
As the atmosphere heated up, Bai Ruoxi’s hand suddenly rested on his chest. She opened her eyes, her gaze hazy. “Wait a moment, Mu Lang…” she said softly.
Wait for what…? Mu Zhi’an was about to ‘suppress’ her when she continued, “Let’s try something different. I recently learned a fun new technique.”
Mu Zhi’an’s eyes flickered with interest.
“What technique?”
Bai Ruoxi gently pushed him away and took out the Heart-Binding Lock. “I’ll need your cooperation, Mu Lang.”
Trusting Bai Ruoxi’s innocent nature, Mu Zhi’an didn’t resist as she bound his wrist with the chain.
Then, he saw her rummaging through her storage ring, his eyes filled with anticipation and curiosity.
She had just returned from the Martial Realm, and the girls around him were all quite pure… Who did Ruoxi learn this ‘new technique’ from?
Under his expectant gaze, Bai Ruoxi took out a pair of white and black stockings from her sleeve.
“…”
Mu Zhi’an’s mind went blank for a moment.
Then, he stared at the stockings in her hand, his eyes widening, his heart pounding.
“I borrowed these from Mengrou,” the seemingly innocent young lady said, her cool fingers gently caressing his face. She tilted her head slightly. “They’re still clean, you know?”
