**Chapter 277: We’ve Already Kissed**
Once Mu Jixue took over the stage, Yun Zhonghe quietly got to work in the kitchen, hauling around a massive bucket of water.
The only reason Yun Zhonghe would deign to cook was for Huang Aotian. If it were anyone else, he probably wouldn’t even spare them a glance, let alone chop, stir, and sauté in their honor.
Who does this person think they are to ask Yun Shao to make food?
Only Huang Aotian inspires this kind of heartfelt service from Yun Zhonghe.
“I wonder how much more affection I can gain from her with my cooking?” Yun Zhonghe mused, a smirk forming at the corner of his mouth.
He chopped vegetables, scrubbed pots, and lit fires with remarkable finesse, as if he were a kitchen maestro rather than a clueless playboy.
This is the bare minimum for an exemplary man!
Yun Zhonghe was well aware of how picky Mu Jixue’s palate could be. If he served her something mundane, her little mouth wouldn’t be satisfied enough to willingly swallow it.
Fortunately, he knew her taste buds well.
After all, the game had a cooking system, and he remembered each member’s preferences perfectly.
Just as he was about to pour oil into the hot pan, a petite figure suddenly flitted past the kitchen door.
Yun Zhonghe instantly snapped to attention; too many strange happenings had occurred lately, and he wasn’t about to drop his guard even while cooking.
However, on closer inspection, it was just Su Xinghe.
“Chen Chen, what are you doing here? Aren’t you chatting with Xiaoxiao and Jixue at the tea house?”
Yun Zhonghe was surprised; just moments ago, he had witnessed the fiery exchange of glances between Su Xinghe and Mu Jixue which nearly sparked a cosmic event.
There must be plenty they wish to discuss.
Su Xinghe grinned and cheerfully approached the stove, her delicate face lighting up with an adorable smile. “I just went flower picking and decided to check on you, Yun Gege.”
Yun Zhonghe couldn’t help but notice a flicker of something unusual in Su Xinghe’s eyes.
“Yun Gege, you can cook?” she asked excitedly.
Yun Zhonghe smiled modestly, “Of course! That’s one of the essential skills of an outstanding man.”
“Wow~ that’s impressive! It’s rare to find a boy who can cook!”
Su Xinghe exclaimed, her voice filled with a breezy lightness as if she had been completely captivated by his culinary skills, inching closer to him as if drawn by an invisible magnet.
A faint fragrance filled the air; it was the unique freshness and sweetness that belonged to Su Xinghe.
Even though it was night, both being cultivators meant their night vision was excellent, and they stood just close enough that Yun Zhonghe could clearly see her soft, rosy lips parting slightly, exuding a sweet and fragrant breath that made the atmosphere feel sugary.
Suddenly, he found himself lost in thought, the memory of that accidental kiss from Su Xinghe resurfacing.
The warmth and softness of that moment still lingered fresh in his mind…
Pffft, not again.
Yun Zhonghe shook his head to clear his thoughts.
Since that first unexpected encounter with Mu Jixue in the narrow alley, an inexplicable feeling had quietly stirred within him.
Every word Mu Jixue had said at that time was deeply etched in his mind, refusing to fade away.
It felt like their words transcended mere friendship.
Since Lin Zhongyu had stirred the pot, this feeling began to surface more frequently, making it hard for him to find peace.
In all honesty, he still hadn’t fully figured out how to respond to Lin Zhongyu’s feelings.
And what about Mu Jixue after he addressed Lin Zhongyu’s affection…
“Yun Gege, do you need help?”
Just as Yun Zhonghe’s thoughts began to drift further away, Su Xinghe’s sweet voice brought him back.
He snapped back to reality and replied with a smile, “No need, I’ve got this under control! You should chat more with Miss Jixue.”
Su Xinghe: ?
She didn’t understand why she had to talk with that white-haired girl.
A puzzled expression crossed her face. She blinked, not grasping why Yun Zhonghe would want her to pair up with Mu Jixue.
However, Su Xinghe was an exceptionally sensible girl; with her keen awareness, she’d already noticed the complex, subtle emotional entanglements among them. She knew how to gently and cleverly express her intentions.
At this moment, Su Xinghe stepped up with a smile, “I heard that Sister Xue used to have some kindness towards me. Since she traveled all the way here, I want to make a dish to show my gratitude.”
Yun Zhonghe was taken aback; he hadn’t expected Su Xinghe to think this way. But after a moment of thought, he realized it wasn’t a bad idea.
Since this was Mu Jixue’s first meeting with Su Xinghe, impressing her with a homemade dish was definitely a good move.
As he had just thought, to win someone’s heart, you must first capture their stomach!
So, Yun Zhonghe grabbed a couple of muddy potatoes from the bamboo basket and tossed them to Su Xinghe.
“Can you make sour and spicy shredded potatoes? She loves that dish. If you don’t know how, I can teach you.”
He had prepared this sour and spicy shredded potato dish specifically because he knew Mu Jixue cherished it, and he generously passed this opportunity to Su Xinghe.
Su Xinghe caught the potatoes and beamed with confidence. “No problem! I know a bit, but if I stumble, I’ll ask for your guidance, Yun Gege.”
With her delicate, deft hands, she began skillfully peeling the potatoes, looking obedient and graceful.
Here was a person of high status, taking the time to cook for Mu Jixue, which could only leave a profoundly positive impression!
Yun Zhonghe’s lips curled upward.
This initial impression-operation was on its way to a perfect score!
Su Xinghe, with her soft lips and elegant demeanor while cooking, seemed to radiate a gentle and graceful quality that made the whole kitchen feel warm.
Every move she made oozed poise and elegance, irresistibly charming anyone watching.
Cute, understanding, strong, noble, can cook, and protective—Su Xinghe was undeniably a perfect existence!
If one had to nitpick, perhaps her age was a little too young, and her figure hadn’t yet developed into something jaw-dropping.
But considering she and Su Xiaoxiao were siblings, it was only a matter of time before Su Xinghe blossomed beautifully.
To Yun Zhonghe, Su Xinghe was undoubtedly a rising star worth nurturing and caring for.
Even better, their relationship was already quite solid!
However…
In the past, he might have laughed at the situation, thinking he had found a reliable ally.
But for some reason, he now felt something indescribable inside.
As if… am I really doing the right thing…?
Not about usefulness, but about right or wrong.
Yun Zhonghe found it hard to explain his feelings towards them.
If only the Book of Prophecy could provide him with an answer.
Just then, Su Xinghe finished peeling the potatoes, transforming the once dirty vegetables into neat little tubers.
Meanwhile, Yun Zhonghe was busily stirring the white cabbage that was now emanating a mouthwatering aroma.
He was contemplating whether to make some dumplings for Mu Jixue.
After all, while these vegetarian dishes were refreshing, they might not fill one up.
Deciding to prepare a few more dishes, Yun Zhonghe gradually forgot his earlier worries and became completely absorbed in cooking.
The sounds of pots clanking and the enticing scent of food intertwined in the kitchen.
Not to brag, but Yun Zhonghe’s cooking skills truly deserved praise; his selection of ingredients, mastery of fire, and precision in seasoning reflected his profound cooking expertise.
With Su Xinghe’s efficient help, it didn’t take long for delicious dishes to start appearing.
The dumplings were thin-skinned and filled to the brim, the stir-fried cabbage and meat had a tender taste, while the mushroom and meat soup emanated a fragrance that made everyone drool.
After tasting his own culinary creations, Yun Zhonghe thought they tasted pretty good and felt a little smug, thinking Mu Jixue would likely enjoy these flavors.
At that moment, Su Xinghe finished her sour and spicy shredded potatoes.
Though this dish was only completed with Yun Zhonghe’s assistance, it looked passable and had a bit of a chef’s flair to it.
She picked up a pair of clean chopsticks, grabbed some shredded potatoes, and with her ocean blue eyes sparkling, she smiled, “Yun Gege, can you try it and tell me how it tastes?”
She even put on a posture as if she wanted to personally feed Yun Zhonghe.
Yun Zhonghe’s face warmed up; he scratched his cheek, wanting to refuse this somewhat intimate gesture.
Isn’t that a bit too much?
Yet when he looked into Su Xinghe’s earnest gaze, filled with anticipation, he felt a soft spot in his heart. He nodded hesitantly, “Alright then, I’ll take a bite.”
Su Xinghe’s face instantly lit up with a radiant smile as she cheerfully moved the chopsticks closer, even adding a cute “Ah~” sound.
This further embarrassed Yun Zhonghe as he blushed, nervously opening his mouth to accept the shredded potatoes she offered.
Just as he was about to taste those potatoes, a suddenly cold and slightly angry voice interrupted from a distance, “What are you two doing?”
Yun Zhonghe froze, instinctively turning to see who had spoken. But Su Xinghe seemed to deliberately want to provoke, continuing to insert the chopsticks right in front of Mu Jixue’s face and feeding Yun Zhonghe the sour and spicy potatoes.
In that brief moment, Yun Zhonghe felt dazed, mindlessly chewing on the potatoes in his mouth.
They were tangy and crunchy, not overly spicy, with an excellent flavor!
Mu Jixue was glaring intensely at Su Xinghe with a stormy look in her eyes.
And Su Xinghe? She appeared completely unfazed by Mu Jixue’s fury, gently tasting the potatoes she had just fed to Yun Zhonghe, her lips curling up into a rather defiant smile as she tipped her head toward Mu Jixue.
Mu Jixue: !!!
Her face instantly turned beet red, as if she might explode with rage!
She had waited for Su Xiaoxiao at the tea house for what felt like ages but still hadn’t seen her return. An overwhelming sense of unease had begun to creep into her heart, with a strong intuition telling her she needed to check on Yun Zhonghe immediately.
Without hesitation, she rushed over, only to find this shocking scene.
Mu Jixue’s bl**d boiled with anger.
She knew it! This little brat, who hadn’t even fully grown up, was sneakily getting touchy-feely with her Yun Zhonghe!
Though she had initially mistaken Su Xiaoxiao for a homewrecker, it seemed following her instincts had been the right decision!
The real homewrecker had just revealed herself!
And at this moment, Yun Zhonghe wore a confused expression as he looked at the suddenly appearing Mu Jixue, seemingly oblivious to the situation. “Miss Jixue, what are you doing here? Are you hungry? Don’t worry, the food will be ready soon. Just wait a moment, I’ll bring it out!”
Mu Jixue forced herself to sound calm: “I just came to check on the situation. Since the food is ready, let me help you serve it.”
Yun Zhonghe hurriedly waved his hands to refuse, “No, I’ve already packed the food. I can handle it alone…”
However, Mu Jixue seemed to completely ignore him, pushing past Su Xinghe, grabbing Yun Zhonghe’s arm with one hand while quickly picking up the food box filled with food, yanking both him and the dishes out.
Yun Zhonghe was left dazed by this sudden act, patting Mu Jixue’s arm, frantically warning, “Slow down! There’s soup in there; it’ll spill out!”
At that moment, Su Xinghe smartly intervened, wrapping her arms around the wobbly food box and smiling sweetly, “Sister Xue, you must be starving. Let Yun Gege and me handle this. We work well together; there won’t be any problems.”
Su Xinghe wore a polite smile, completely disarming.
However, her slightly narrowed eyes seemed to hint at a warning: “(Little girl, if you keep causing trouble, I will get upset.)”
Mu Jixue glared back at Su Xinghe with fierce eyes: “(Little girl? Aren’t you still a kid yourself with not a hair on your body? Who are you to judge me?)”
“(Hehe, I’m only trying to ensure Yun Gege doesn’t find himself in a bind. Don’t mistake me calling you ‘sister’ for you actually being one. In this world where strength reigns supreme, power is the only truth. What cultivation stage have you reached?)”
At thirteen, she had already reached the Yuan Ying Stage, making her quite impressive even among cultivators.
Even with Mu Jixue’s innate talents, she couldn’t claim greatness until she matured.
Mu Jixue clenched her teeth, practically seething: “(So what if you’re at Yuan Ying Stage! I’ve known him longer than you! Our relationship is on a whole different level!)”
Su Xinghe’s smile only widened, as if she was relishing the fun of this verbal sparring: “(So, your relationship must be quite deep, huh? Just how far have you two gone?)”
That question left Mu Jixue speechless, and in a fit of frustration, she yelled, “(He…he’s explored my meridian routes! That’s an extremely intimate thing to do!)”
Su Xinghe feigned surprise, her mouth agape, yet her eyes sparkled with mischief: “(That’s amazing~ But you know, we’ve kissed.)”
Mu Jixue’s face turned ashen: “(He…he also gave me a medicinal bath! That was to help me enhance my cultivation!)”
But Su Xinghe seemed to ignore Mu Jixue’s justification, continuing with her taunting tone: “(We’ve kissed~ And not just once!)”
Mu Jixue was on the verge of losing it: “(Will you just shut up?!?)”
Su Xinghe’s smug smile grew brighter: “(Not only did we kiss, but we also French-kissed~ Aren’t you envious?)”
Mu Jixue:？？？
