Chapter 81. Stop Testing Me

Chapter 81. Stop Testing Me

“Look, he’s really worked up… Huh? Wait, did he just say…?”

Mu Yiting thought she must have misheard, as Lin Nuo’s reaction was not what she had expected.

What did he just say? Was it “get lost”?

That couldn’t be right. Surely she misheard! In Xuanyun Sect, what man would speak to her so rudely? Impossible.

“Ha, Senior Brother really has taste. The scenery here is indeed beautiful. Senior Brother has made great contributions in Wind Sea Forest and assisted the royal army in finding the princess. Congratulations, Yiting is truly happy for you.”

“Get lost.”

Lin Nuo expressionlessly repeated the same phrase.

Now Mu Yiting could hear it loud and clear—it was that word: “get lost.”

This was the first time she had heard a male say such a word to her face, filled with malice!

What’s wrong with this guy? How dare he speak to me so rudely!

Maybe he was in a bad mood, but even if treated poorly, one must wear a smile.

“Senior Brother, did I offend you in some way…?”

Mu Yiting feigned pity, her voice soft and weak.

Lin Nuo suddenly leaned on one hand, jumped up, and stood up straight.

“Fine, I’ll get lost.”

Lin Nuo said irritably, then turned his back to Mu Yiting, munching on a Meat Floss Cake, leaving without looking back.

Mu Yiting was infuriated.

What kind of person is this? I’m the most popular female disciple in Xuanyun Sect! I took the initiative to greet you and congratulate you, and not only do you ignore me, but you lash out instead! I haven’t offended you at all!

The more she thought about it, the angrier she got, but the more she refused to back down. She had to get closer to Lin Nuo. In Xuanyun Sect, all male disciples were supposed to treat her with kindness, and they should feel excited and joyous when receiving her greetings! There couldn’t be one exception!

Undeterred, Mu Yiting followed him, still smiling.

“Senior Brother usually seems so friendly. Is something bothering you today?”

Lin Nuo ignored her and continued munching on his Meat Floss Cake.

Mu Yiting was undaunted and kept following him. The more harshly he spoke, the more she felt compelled to press on. She wouldn’t believe that this young man could resist her gentle approach!

“Senior Brother is so capable and has such great responsibilities; I’m sure you feel a lot of pressure and might get annoyed or troubled. It’s okay, Senior Brother. Everyone has their worries and frustrations sometimes. Keeping it all inside is bound to be tough. Sometimes, talking to someone might help.”

Just wait! Men just put on a strong front. Beneath their stubborn exteriors is a softer heart, surely hoping someone would care about them.

No one would refuse the concern of a gentle girl! Stubborn people always show their vulnerable sides eventually.

Then he would share his heart with her, and she’d comfort him. By that time, he’d surely fall even more for her.

After all, she was the most popular female disciple in Xuanyun Sect!

Lin Nuo suddenly halted and turned around, instinctively raising a hand.

Bang!

His hand slammed against a large tree, leaves fluttering down.

Wall slam! Lin Nuo directly pinned Mu Yiting against the tree!

This sudden move startled Mu Yiting.

What is with this man? Why did he suddenly act so strange? The contrast before and after was just too much.

Am I starting to influence him with my gentleness?

No, not at all.

She realized that Lin Nuo’s eyes held a fierce killing intent, as if he could see through her inner thoughts, and she felt an inexplicable fear.

“Senior Brother Lin Nuo, what’s wrong…?”

Mu Yiting’s voice dropped to a soft, girly tone.

With a face as pale as death, Lin Nuo coolly uttered a single line:

“Stop testing me. I don’t want to get involved with you.”

In that instant, his piercing gaze felt like a sharp blade stabbing at her heart.

After saying that, Lin Nuo withdrew his hand, turning his back on Mu Yiting, walking away.

That icy statement, that mysterious aura—at that moment, Mu Yiting felt a shiver running down her spine, and sweat started beading on her forehead.

What just happened?

What’s wrong with that guy, Lin Nuo?

Thinking back, he used to be just a naive young male disciple. He was thrilled when she showed him concern, but now he seemed like someone you couldn’t predict.

That menacing look in his eyes dredged up some unsettling memories.

This man…

Mu Yiting wasn’t going to give up easily, but her mindset had shifted.

Instead of trying to make him submit to her, she wanted to probe his true nature.

He couldn’t just be an ordinary sect disciple. No disciple should have eyes as sharp and malicious as a knife.

That was her intuition, and she trusted it. After all, she had seen plenty of bad people, and he was no less than them.

…

Lin Nuo glanced back, relieved to find Mu Yiting hadn’t followed.

Reflecting on the past, he truly accepted that woman’s kindness, like a pure-hearted young boy excited by a few words of care from the academy idol. No matter how you looked at it, Mu Yiting seemed to be a considerate and understanding girl.

However, all of it was just Mu Yiting’s facade.

Glistening on the surface, she actually bore a little-known identity.

The daughter of a certain underworld family, with a complex family background, destined for a life of hardship.

This had nothing to do with him; he had no desire to be involved with her. He despised that hypocritical facade of kindness she wore.

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