**Chapter 160: Departure to Xuantian Sect**
The sword spirit girl who had been snoozing for who-knows-how-long re-emerged into the world thanks to Mu Jixue’s luck, and somehow, Yun Zhonghe accidentally activated her.
Xue Yunjian, all stuffed and drowsy, let out a long yawn and then stretched, her ample assets jiggling a bit.
What a big sword spirit!
She looked so human-like, proving Yun Zhonghe’s guesses right—she wasn’t just newly born.
When was she conceived? What had she been through? Why did she activate in his hands?
Yun Zhonghe had so many questions, but before he could ask, Xue Yunjian snuggled down, curling up in his arms, affectionately saying, “Master, I’m still a bit sleepy. I’ll take a nap now. You can use my body however you want while I’m asleep. It’s no problem!”
Use your body however I want… This sword spirit seemed completely innocent—and her words were refreshingly straightforward.
Is it okay if I strip you down right here and… insert my XX into your OO, generously filling you with my most beloved **?
“Wait a minute! She’s just a sword spirit, right? Even if she can take a corporeal form, she lacks a Yinyang. Doesn’t that mean if we do the deed, my Yang won’t leak out?”
Yun Zhonghe propped his chin up, his mind suddenly lighting up as if someone flipped a switch!
A sword spirit can be used this way too!
Does this mean he could enjoy some early ‘unrestrained’ fun?
But when he saw Xue Yunjian’s pure, innocent, and adorably sleepy face, he felt a wave of guilt wash over him.
No way! Taking advantage of her while she’s asleep? That’s just too inhumane!
But doing nothing would mean he’s even lower than an animal…
Until now, due to the influence of that yellow-haired guy’s fate, his family’s cultivation techniques, and Tao Jiu’er’s vigilant supervision, Yun Zhonghe had nearly thrown his desires into the void.
But today, with the sword spirit’s appearance, it was like a spark ignited his reason, making him succumb to some kind of impulsive urge.
Once, a well-known figure said: The longer you suppress your desires, the harder they bounce back.
This wasn’t the first day either; ever since that day Mu Jixue knocked him down in the Myriad Path Divine Tower, it felt like a valve in his body had been released.
This deeply scared him; what if he couldn’t control himself and ended up on the same tragic path as the yellow-haired guy?
“Young Master, are you awake?”
Just as Yun Zhonghe hesitated whether to embrace his inner beast, he heard Tao Jiu’er’s voice from outside his room.
As if acting by instinct, his little buddy suddenly deflated like a burst balloon, drooping down.
Creak! Jiu’er is here?!
“J-Jiu’er? Wait a second, I just got up!”
Yun Zhonghe began to panic—if she saw a strange girl lying on his bed, he’d probably end up castrated!
Quickly, he tugged the blanket up, hoping to hide Xue Yunjian, but it was still too obvious—it was plain to see he was hiding someone.
Yun Zhonghe was sweating bullets.
“Young Master, what are you doing in there? Why are you suddenly breathing so hard? Are you alone?”
Tao Jiu’er’s keen sense of breath was truly alarming.
Yun Zhonghe realized he was doomed. Tao Jiu’er wouldn’t be shy; if she found something suspicious, she’d charge right in.
As expected, before he could even react, the door swung open, and Tao Jiu’er rushed in.
He cursed his luck!
“Hmm? Since you’re awake, get up quickly. I thought you were hiding a woman!”
Surprisingly, Tao Jiu’er didn’t seem to notice Xue Yunjian’s presence.
At this moment, Yun Zhonghe noticed that Xue Yunjian had somehow turned back into her sword form, quietly lying beside him.
“Whoa.”
Seeing Yun Zhonghe’s dazed expression, Tao Jiu’er put her hands on her hips and reminded him, “Hurry up! Miss Qin is already here. Today we’re setting off for the Xuantian Sect! Lots of people are waiting for you.”
“Oh… right, okay.”
Yun Zhonghe was still a bit dazed, unsure how Xue Yunjian transformed back.
A sword spirit… This was his first encounter; he didn’t really get it.
After Tao Jiu’er hurried him along, she left, completely oblivious to the fact there had been another girl in Yun Zhonghe’s room. Perhaps because she was a sword spirit, her aura was so different that it escaped detection.
Yun Zhonghe silently picked up Xue Yunjian. This time, he infused his spiritual energy into her, but felt nothing unusual. It just seemed like an ordinary sword.
He didn’t sense any inner space or any intelligence.
“Could it be… I imagined it?”
He called out a few times, but Xue Yunjian remained quiet and unresponsive, as if nothing had ever happened.
If it weren’t for his completely drained spiritual energy, he might have thought he was just dreaming during spring and losing touch with reality.
Seriously… ever since exiting the Myriad Path Divine Tower, he felt like he was becoming less and less sane.
With this mindset, how could he be a good brother to Huang Aotian or remain calm around all the various heroines?
……
“Brother Yun, you look exhausted. Didn’t you rest well last night?”
After getting up, washing up, and grabbing a quick bite, Yun Zhonghe made his way to the courtyard, where Mu Jixue, Lin Zhongyu, and Qin Hongye had been waiting for a while.
Noticing Yun Zhonghe’s not-so-great complexion, Lin Zhongyu rushed over to ask.
She remained just as gentle as ever, her faint fragrance seemingly washing away all fatigue.
Yun Zhonghe forced a smile. “Yeah, I overdid it while forging swords. A few recovery pills will do the trick.”
Seeing this, Mu Jixue moved a bit closer, somewhat shy but after stealing a glance at Yun Zhonghe, murmured, “M-Make sure to take care of yourself. Don’t make me worry…”
As she spoke, her face heated up like a tomato.
Was this… the first time he received genuine care from Mu Jixue?
That’s right, there was no mixed feeling involved; it was purely concern. Though she spoke softly, it made Yun Zhonghe feel better instantly, erasing all traces of fatigue, and revitalizing his spiritual root. Even without pills, he felt unleashed enough to absorb and refine spiritual energy to replenish his dwindling power.
Yun Zhonghe was thrilled; it felt like he was at the peak of his life.
“Thank you.”
Compared to feeling ecstatic enough to twirl in circles inside, Yun Zhonghe’s facade was remarkably calm as he accepted Mu Jixue’s kindness, and there was no hint of coldness either. Enough for Mu Jixue to lower her head, revealing her delicately smooth neck and elegantly beautiful collarbone.
He seemed quite pleased; did I do well?
Mu Jixue was giggling to herself, feeling like she was on top of the world today.
“Everyone, the Spirit Boat is ready. We can set off now.”
At this point, Qin Hongye also stepped down from the Spirit Boat.
“Mu Junior Sister, what happened before is in the past. From now on, let’s get along well.”
“Senior Sister Qin, I admit I didn’t handle things well before. Please don’t hold it against me, and thank you for being willing to give us a ride today.”
The two exchanged polite words, their harmony seeming to have mended their previous rift.
Seeing this, Yun Zhonghe couldn’t help but feel relieved.
But in reality, they were completely insincere.
Qin Hongye: If it weren’t for Young Master Yun, I wouldn’t even consider taking this brat along.
Mu Jixue: If it weren’t for his sake, I would absolutely avoid any connection with this person.
Yes, they both knew the truth. They understood that Yun Zhonghe was the one who used their names to ease their relationship, but pretending for his sake, they played it cool.
However, Qin Hongye secretly felt a tinge of regret.
Originally, she had planned to take a boat ride with Yun Zhonghe and share some private time together, yet now there were three extra people tagging along.
Mu Jixue, Lin Zhongyu, and Yun Zhonghe’s maid, Tao Jiu’er, suddenly made for a very crowded vessel.
But that didn’t matter; she was determined to implement her plan today.
Lost in thought, Qin Hongye couldn’t help but start breathing rapidly, her face flushing with an unusual hue.
A hint of irrational excitement sparked in her eyes; she felt a strange thrill!
It was feeling a bit like being a twisted, lovesick woman.
