Chapter 264: Clearly, I Came First

Chapter 264: Clearly, I Came First

Lin Nuo remembered that at this time in his previous life, Liu Shuqin was not present.

After all, she was no longer in this world.

However, she probably could have come, as such grand celebrations from the underworld would be normal for her to attend.

Thinking of this, Liu Shuqin was behind him, massaging Lin Nuo’s shoulders, giving him a somewhat ghostly shoulder rub.

If it were an ordinary person, they would be scared out of their wits.

But Lin, being a big villain, actually found it a bit exciting.

As for Liu Shuqin’s suggestion of a knee pillow, Lin Nuo still declined:

“The Lin family mansion isn’t suitable for knee pillows; let’s talk about it next time.”

“Alright then, but Junior Martial Brother, I’m new to the Lin family mansion, and I really hope someone familiar can show me around, because I came here for you.”

“Honestly, I didn’t want to come here either.”

“Well, no matter what, the Lin family mansion is where you grew up; I want to learn about this place.”

Liu Shuqin gently massaged Lin Nuo’s shoulders, her force just right—not too light, not too heavy.

Her massage technique could rival that of Ruo’er.

However, Ruo’er was a maid, so it was perfectly natural for her to give him a massage, while Liu Shuqin was his Senior Martial Sister and a refined young noblewoman, personally massaging his shoulders? The amount of luck that must have accumulated!

But according to the law of karma, given how many times he had been scolded, it made sense for Liu Shuqin to give him a shoulder rub.

Feeling justified.

“Junior Martial Brother, is it not allowed? Or am I unworthy?”

There was a hint of sadness in Liu Shuqin’s words, and her massaging force weakened considerably.

“It’s not midnight yet, please don’t get all emotional; it’s not a matter of worthiness. I need to take a nap. If you’re willing to wait, you can.”

“Then I’ll wait for you!”

A smile returned to Liu Shuqin’s face as she became more enthusiastic in massaging Lin Nuo’s shoulders.

Lin Nuo furrowed his brow—he was just back to get familiar with the place, not to be a tour guide.

Ah well, maybe after a good sleep, everything will be explored by then.

Luo Xiaoxue was happily running amidst the flowers and trees, unaware that Liu Shuqin had already arrived and reached an agreement with Lin Nuo.

Luo Xiaoxue casually picked some beautiful flowers and branches, carefully making two hair accessories.

One for herself and one for Lin Nuo; how fitting! If they both wore them together, it would definitely give off a couple vibe.

But given Lin the Knight’s personality, he probably wouldn’t want to wear it. If he didn’t want to wear it, she could sincerely plead with him; Lin the Knight had a kind heart and would relent.

After making the hair accessories, Luo Xiaoxue bounced out of the flower bushes, excitedly shouting:

“Young Master Lin, Young Master Lin, come see what I made~!”

However, when Luo Xiaoxue ran out, she was met with a surprising sight.

Liu Shuqin was massaging Lin Nuo’s shoulders, and they seemed to be sweetly chatting with each other!

“Ah! What are you two doing?!”

Luo Xiaoxue exclaimed in shock, as if she caught the two in a scandalous act.

In fact, she wanted to say, “Clearly, I came first.”

Liu Shuqin jumped at the sudden shout, turning to see Luo Xiaoxue.

This is… the princess?! What is she doing here?

Did she come for the Lin family celebration?

From her disguise, it seemed the princess was on a little incognito visit—very much her style.

Her identity didn’t get revealed, or else there would have been a stir at the Lin family residence.

Clearly, no one announced the princess’s arrival, nor was there any guard protecting her.

If she truly came for the Lin family celebration, she would have appeared in her royal capacity.

So her only goal must be one.

That is, her excellent Junior Martial Brother. Liu Shuqin had noticed that Luo Xiaoxue had an interest in Lin Nuo when they were at the border, in Hu City.

Whatever their past interactions were, it certainly wasn’t as simple as a meteorite incident at the border.

Junior Martial Brother was low-profile, serene, and preferred not to converse with the powerful, while Luo Xiaoxue had specially disguised herself, presumably to get closer to him in a subtle manner.

What should she do next? Should she let the princess intimidate her?

No, she could not retreat when it came to getting close to her Junior Martial Brother.

Lin Nuo glanced at Luo Xiaoxue, who had donned the flower accessory she made, looking just like a flower fairy.

“What are you doing? Didn’t you see? She’s giving me a shoulder rub, no need to make such a big deal.”

“Why is she giving Young Master Lin a shoulder rub? She’s a noble young lady; this doesn’t add up!”

“She’s giving me a shoulder rub; it doesn’t cost you anything. Do you have a problem with that?”

Lin Nuo shot back. He was currently enjoying a comfortable massage—why was she getting all worked up?

“There’s a problem! Liu lady, you’re a Liu family young lady; is it befitting to be massaging someone?”

Luo Xiaoxue looked angry; Liu Shuqin was being too shameless, taking the chance while she was picking flowers to make a hair accessory!

Liu Shuqin thought to herself, I can’t back down, even if you’re a princess of a great nation; I won’t bow to you.

Finding a flaw, Liu Shuqin calmly said:

“Hello, Luo lady. It’s truly fate to meet in the Lin family mansion. Luo lady, your words earlier were incorrect; my Junior Martial Brother is a world-renowned genius, unmatched under heaven, having accomplished countless remarkable feats. By comparison, I am indeed as humble as dust. However, this is something we senior and junior disciples often do; it’s not a big deal.”

On one hand, Liu Shuqin flattered Lin Nuo, and on the other, she issued a challenge to Luo Xiaoxue, adamantly refusing to submit to her authority.

Luo Xiaoxue: “…”

Oh, so you, a mere Liu family young lady, are this arrogant!

Luo Xiaoxue puffed herself up but then forced herself to calm down.

After all, if she showed too much anger in this situation, it would put her at a major disadvantage.

However, Liu Shuqin did have qualities she could learn from.

To genuinely put aside her pride and do something humble.

No, it wasn’t actually humble; while a shoulder rub is something a servant does for their master, it didn’t feel like that when they did it!

Rather it gave off a couple vibe!

Ah, this Liu woman has some skills!

Luo Xiaoxue quickly proposed:

“Young Master Lin, you must be quite tired now. Let me massage your arms and legs.”

“You too? Can you even handle it?” Lin Nuo questioned skeptically.

“I can! If Liu lady can, so can I!” Luo Xiaoxue refused to back down; this was a war without gunpowder, who’s afraid of who?

“Luo lady, can you really do it? As you said, isn’t this a humble task?”

“It’s not humble; Young Master Lin is a great hero, and for me to help him relax is truly an honor.”

“You weren’t saying that a moment ago.” Liu Shuqin countered.

“I was just kindly advising you; to me, it’s not a matter of humility.” Luo Xiaoxue shot back.

Lin Nuo: “Famous double standards?”

Luo Xiaoxue: “Huh? What do you mean?”

Lin Nuo: “Nothing.”

Well, you two can argue all you want, but what’s with dragging me into it?

Are you both venting frustration at me?