Chapter 12: A Wife’s Duty
[Ding! Key Plot Point Triggered]
[Current Plot Progress – Chapter 280: Night Raid]
[Acting Requirements: When faced with the Serpent Queen Ye Mei’s seductive advances, firmly reject her, remaining unmoved, until she feels deeply insulted and leaves in a fit of rage.]
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Ye Mei had arrived. If she saw Yun Xiu in his room, she definitely wouldn’t make a move on him.
But there were no other exits for Yun Xiu to escape.
Thinking quickly, Yan Zhen decided to temporarily hide Yun Xiu, prioritizing the mission.
He whispered in her ear, “Hide in the wardrobe. I’ll let you out after I deal with her.”
Yun Xiu’s eyes widened in surprise, then she quickly shook her head, indicating it wouldn’t work and that she would be discovered. She wasn’t skilled at concealing her presence. In such a small space, the slightest fluctuation of her aura would give her away!
Ignoring her protests, Yan Zhen lifted her and placed her inside the wardrobe. “I’ll use a Wind Rune to mask your presence. Just stay quiet, and you’ll be fine.”
Yun Xiu was reluctant, but afraid of being discovered by Ye Mei, she didn’t struggle much, settling into the cramped space.
He gave her a reassuring “OK” sign, then drew a Wind Rune, flicking it onto her. The rune would mask her scent. He closed the wardrobe door, then called out, “Coming, coming!” before opening the room’s door.
Ye Mei was still wearing that revealing nightgown, the neckline pulled down to her upper arms, exposing her smooth shoulders, delicate collarbone, and a generous expanse of tanned skin. He could even see a hint of her rosy nipples.
— Sexy.
But his heart didn’t race.
It wasn’t that she wasn’t attractive. It was just that he had encountered too many women who perfectly matched his preferences. Even Xiao Xinyan, with her “small eyes,” wouldn’t lose to this Serpent Queen.
Perhaps her only advantage was her slender waist, which hinted at… flexibility. But he wasn’t particularly interested in that. Besides, his future wife had an even more alluring waist!
Hmm~
He forced a blush, pretending to be flustered, avoiding her gaze.
“Commander Ye Mei, it’s so late. What can I do for you?”
“Heehee, just call me Ye Mei, or Sister Ye Mei. There’s no need to be so formal.” She started her attempt to get closer. “Am I disturbing your rest, Little Brother Yan Zhen?”
“Not at all.”
“Then… may I come in and talk?”
“Mmm…” He glanced at her, hesitating for a moment before stepping aside. “Please, come in.”
She swayed into the room, her hips moving enticingly, then sat across from him at the table. She sniffed the air.
“This fragrance… Miss Yun was just here, wasn’t she?”
Yun Xiu, inside the wardrobe, froze, holding her breath.
— She’s that sensitive?!
He was also startled, but his expression remained unchanged. He poured them each a cup of water.
“She came to chat for a bit, then went back to sleep.”
Sleep? Ye Mei seized on that keyword, her heart pounding with anticipation.
“Miss Yun sleeps early? Doesn’t she meditate?”
“She hasn’t been resting well lately.”
“Oh, I forgot. You two are travelers. No wonder I haven’t met such a talented young man before.”
“You flatter me, Commander Ye Mei.”
“I’m just speaking the truth~” She placed a hand on her chest, the seemingly casual gesture actually meant to draw his attention to her cleavage. “I also cultivate Fire Mystic Power. I can sense… a powerful, domineering energy from you. Even just sitting beside you, I feel a slight pressure.”
He chuckled wryly.
“That’s a bit of an exaggeration.”
She shook her head.
“Not at all. How about we do a little experiment?”
“Experiment?”
“Extend your hand.”
He “curiously” extended his hand, placing it on the table. She also extended her hand, placing it beside his.
“Let’s both circulate our Mystic Power, gathering it in our hands.”
He nodded, a powerful, white-gold Mystic Power appearing in his palm. Her palm also glowed with an ash-like gray Mystic Power.
Both radiated intense heat, but hers was clearly hotter.
“Bring your hand closer.”
“Okay.”
As their hands approached, her gray Mystic Power flickered, its temperature dropping sharply, while his increased.
“Why is this happening?”
Her other hand casually landed on his shoulder, her body leaning closer.
“Focus on the changes in our Mystic Power.”
He did as instructed, then realized his Mystic Power was absorbing hers!
“This… I’ve never seen this before.”
He feigned surprise, seemingly oblivious to her breasts pressing against his arm.
She smiled.
“Mystic Powers of the same attribute usually repel each other, but higher-level Mystic Power can absorb lower-level Mystic Power. You have a natural advantage against other Fire cultivators, Young Master Yan Zhen.”
He nodded, impressed.
…
Yun Xiu, watching through the gap in the wardrobe door as Ye Mei practically pressed herself against him, felt a surge of displeasure.
— Idiot, she’s deliberately trying to get close to you! Wake up!
“Let’s do another experiment.”
“Another one?”
She smiled, not answering, then, dispelling her Mystic Power, placed her hand beneath his, her fingers interlacing with his.
“Haa!”
His Mystic Power surged, its temperature skyrocketing, the air around them shimmering.
This was the true power of the Gold and Silver Fire!
Because she was channeling her Mystic Power into him.
“This is another application.”
“I see.”
The experiment complete, she didn’t release his hand. He “suddenly” noticed their intimate position, his arm practically buried in her cleavage.
“Commander Ye Mei, can you… let go now?”
She smiled seductively.
“Why? Is it uncomfortable?”
“Men and women shouldn’t touch.”
“That’s ridiculous. If men and women don’t touch, how can there be future generations?”
Uh… He was speechless, stunned by her logic.
Her right hand held his, her left hand, previously on his shoulder, now snaked around his waist, pulling him closer.
This time, she wasn’t just leaning against him. She was actively embracing him.
“Commander Ye Mei, what are you–”
“Young Master Yan Zhen, no, Master Yan Zhen, I am eternally grateful for your timely assistance last night, saving both me and the Southern Fortress. To repay your kindness… I offer myself to you~”
“…”
He rolled his eyes inwardly.
— You’re just saying that. You’re actually after my body. Don’t think I don’t know your true intentions, you lecherous Snake Woman!
…
Inside the wardrobe, Yun Xiu, seeing her blatant seduction, felt a surge of anger.
— This Serpent Woman, finally revealing her true colors! Yan Zhen, don’t fall for her tricks!
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