Chapter 192: Sorry, Xue-er, I Can’t Hold It In Anymore
Seeing that Tao Jiu’er was truly fine, Yun Zhonghe nodded and told her to take a good rest and not to worry about anything.
“You don’t have to stay by my side all the time, you can go chat with Miss Qin; it’s okay.”
Yun Zhonghe thought Tao Jiu’er and Qin Hongye had once lived together, so they should be quite familiar. They were also around the same age, so he figured they’d get along just fine.
However, Tao Jiu’er immediately declined upon hearing Qin Hongye’s name: “No need, I’m fine here. Miss Qin is likely busy anyway.”
Oh boy, she definitely didn’t want to spend time with that crazy lady. Who knows what creepy stuff she might do?
Honestly, Tao Jiu’er was still pretty wary of Qin Hongye.
“I see… then I’ll go about my business. Take care, Jiu’er.”
Yun Zhonghe could sense the complexity in Tao Jiu’er’s expression, though he didn’t really understand it. But hey, whatever works for her, right?
After all, he had big plans!
To improve the relationship between Huang Aotian and Su Xiaoxiao, Yun Zhonghe had been pondering ways to give them some alone time.
Now seemed like the perfect opportunity!
He needed to test out his newest insight, which conveniently meant sparring with Lin Zhongyu. He could send Lin Zhongyu away under reasonable pretenses.
Thus, Huang Aotian and Su Xiaoxiao would be alone, allowing them to have those meaningful conversations.
Their bond would certainly grow tighter!
Meanwhile, Yun Zhonghe could share his sword technique with Lin Zhongyu, deepening their friendship!
Perfect plan!
Envisioning Huang Aotian and Su Xiaoxiao sharing intimate moments, Lin Zhongyu’s grateful look made Yun Zhonghe smirk slyly.
No one knew better than this yellow-haired guy how to get rid of the main girl!
So Yun Zhonghe searched for Mu Jixue on the Spirit Boat. After all, these three were always together.
Sure enough, he quickly found them in a room that looked like a sitting room.
They were seated in a line—Lin Zhongyu in the middle, Mu Jixue and Su Xiaoxiao on either side.
Like a lineup, from smallest to largest, from first to third.
“Yun Zhonghe, do you have something?”
The three saw Yun Zhonghe at the same time. Mu Jixue reacted first, her gaze softening as if filled with hopeful anticipation.
Lin Zhongyu glanced at Mu Jixue with envy—barely noticeable, yet she sensed Mu Jixue becoming more assertive, even without realizing it herself. Her body instinctively leaned toward Yun Zhonghe before she smoothed out her creased clothes.
As expected, something happened the moment these two dived into the forest.
A hint of joy flickered in Lin Zhongyu’s eyes. Snow-er was becoming more perceptive.
It was right; she knew how to win Cloud Bro over. Once Mu Jixue was settled, she and Su Xiaoxiao could thrive.
Su Xiaoxiao especially—their lives would be brighter with Yun Zhonghe’s love.
Yun Zhonghe was their best bet!
Unbeknownst to herself, Lin Zhongyu’s maternal instincts kicked in, elevating her motherly glow. She thought of nothing but Mu Jixue first, then Su Xiaoxiao, barely thinking about herself anymore.
Meeting Su Xiaoxiao had transformed her, making her the ultimate nurturer!
Getting Mu Jixue to mingle with Yun Zhonghe and normalizing Su Xiaoxiao became her top desires.
In her eyes, only when everyone was happy could she truly find happiness too.
So Lin Zhongyu wondered who Yun Zhonghe came for?
Mu Jixue? It’d be perfect—she felt Mu Jixue gradually becoming more compliant. If given more time and chances, everything would align nicely.
But what if it was Su Xiaoxiao he wanted? It seemed Yun Zhonghe’s focus had shifted to Su Xiaoxiao, perhaps because she needed more care due to her vulnerability. After all, a straight-up guy like him surely wanted to help Su Xiaoxiao turn things around.
Lin Zhongyu contemplated whose side Yun Zhonghe was choosing. Between the cute, doll-like Mu Jixue on her left and the curvaceous, enchanting Su Xiaoxiao on her right.
Who knew Yun Zhonghe was walking straight towards Lin Zhongyu with purpose.
“Ms. Zhongyu, there’s something I need to talk to you about.”
“Huh?”
Could it be… that he actually wanted her?
In a moment, Lin Zhongyu’s mind went blank.
Seeing no reply, Yun Zhonghe cleared his throat, solemnly: “Ms. Zhongyu, would it be possible to borrow your time? About an hour… No, make it two.”
Yun Zhonghe paused. One hour was too short. Two hours, four hours—it gave him just the push he needed.
Two hours. Four hours! What exactly could take so long?
One person asked, but two hearts raced in anticipation.
Of course, Lin Zhongyu was completely caught off guard. Usually the mediator for all awkward situations, she faltered at her own turn.
Even Mu Jixue felt the tension; her purple eyes trembled, unsure of what Yun Zhonghe had planned.
“But, uh, couldn’t we just talk here? We’re all friends.”
Lin Zhongyu took a deep breath, her voice trembling.
This fluttery feeling in her heart, it’s been ages since it happened last.
Without pondering much, Yun Zhonghe replied earnestly, “I just want us alone. Don’t want any interruptions.”
Mu Jixue: !!!!!!
Lin Zhongyu: !!!!!!
Su Xiaoxiao: ?
(Su Xiaoxiao looks bewildered, she doesn’t intrude, none of her concern.)
Mu Jixue’s heart shook. The words reached her ears.
Though she knew how Lin Zhongyu felt about Yun Zhonghe, she thought… Lin Zhongyu would wait for her. She never expected… it to happen this fast.
She realized she might be the one lagging behind.
Waaah!
At this moment, Lin Zhongyu knew Mu Jixue would feel hurt, but she couldn’t avoid it.
She couldn’t say no!
Her heart was racing.
Sorry, Xue-er, I just couldn’t resist.
“Okay, Cloud Bro, please wait for a bit. I’ll be right back.”
Lin Zhongyu agreed to be alone with Yun Zhonghe.
Beside her, Mu Jixue was almost crying.
She wanted to stop it, but she couldn’t think of how.
“Alright, Xue-er, stop worrying. I’ll be back soon. Just take care of Xiao-xiao for me.”
Lin Zhongyu comforted Mu Jixue, though internally she was no better.
Wondering what Yun Zhonghe had in store for her solo date.
Her cheeks flushed, her face radiating a rosy tint, as if shimmering with the light of a tranquil lake.
Yun Zhonghe was surprised by her sudden display. That moment in her expression brought four words to his mind: full of grace!
