### Chapter 255: This Can Also Be Inserted?
Mu Jixue was about to go nuts.
Was her chemistry with Yun Zhonghe that bad?
Staring at Yun Zhonghe, whose face still shone with confidence, his eyes seemed to be gleaming with “Can you see how well I understand you?” Mu Jixue’s expression twisted like a piece of crumpled paper, her features all squished together, creating a complicated and inexplicable emoji (>_
What could she say? She wanted to shout out a thousand words but ended up sighing silently as desperation welled inside her. Her feet tapped the ground gently in distress.
Not long ago, Yun Zhonghe had solemnly told her that he thought of her as irreplaceable.
But now, seeing Lin Zhongyu and Su Xiaoxiao appear, he immediately "gravitated" towards them like a magnet, leaving behind any previous promises or commitments as if they were never there.
Where did she stand?!
With such a lack of basic understanding!
But no matter what, Yun Zhonghe had already strode over. Mu Jixue knew she couldn't dodge it anymore. Her inner "good person persona" began to stir again. Despite feeling a lot of protest, she slowly raised her pale and delicate hands, pointing precisely at Yun Zhonghe nearby.
"Isn't he right there? Why don't you just ask him?"
"Where?"
Lin Zhongyu and Su Xiaoxiao seemed lost in their own intense discussion until Mu Jixue’s finger pointed at Yun Zhonghe. Suddenly, their radars kicked in, and two clear lights of curiosity shot straight at Yun Zhonghe.
Elated, yet slightly anxious and secretly bashful…
In an instant, numerous emotions flickered on Su Xiaoxiao's face, making it hard to keep up. Mu Jixue, witnessing this, was filled with even more indescribable feelings. She bit her lip hard, almost drawing bl**d, her unease and frustration intensifying.
Regret swelled up in her, wondering why she was always so honest.
"Greetings, Lady Jixue, Lady Zhongyu, you both look great! And Xiaoxiao is here too."
Yun Zhonghe stepped forward, giving his usual warm smile, graceful and refined, steadily walking towards the three.
"Soo Bro Yun!"
Lin Zhongyu replied with a sweet smile.
Mu Jixue managed a greeting, but her heart felt heavy, weighed down by some invisible stone.
Seeing Yun Zhonghe interacting with Lin Zhongyu and Su Xiaoxiao triggered a sour feeling in her chest.
"Stupid yellow-haired kid…"
She muttered inwardly.
Noticing Huang Aotian’s unhappy expression, Yun Zhonghe was puzzled.
Huh? Weren’t you implying I should come over? Did I misread something?
Yun Zhonghe glanced at Mu Jixue, expressionless.
"What… what's wrong?"
Seeing Yun Zhonghe's probing gaze, Mu Jixue felt a tightening in her heart, as if someone was peeling her layers away. A child could be sensitive; held tightly, she felt a bit embarrassed.
But she didn't want to argue with Yun Zhonghe.
Then, Yun Zhonghe said something innocently, like a pebble splashing into a calm lake.
"Have you grown bigger?"
Grow bigger… What nonsense was this guy spouting?
Mu Jixue's face turned red instantly, even her ears blushed. Her brows furrowed involuntarily, surprise and embarrassment flashing in her clear eyes. Her rarely seen little fang peeked out, carrying a threat:
"You…"
"Wait, did I misread it? It feels like you really did grow, a bit taller than before."
Yun Zhonghe, serious, examined Mu Jixue closely.
"Oh, so you're saying I’ve gotten bigger…?"
Mu Jixue's voice carried a mix of embarrassment and relief, despite her cheeks remaining flushed.
"Otherwise what else then?"
Yun Zhonghe blinked, his genuine gaze meeting Mu Jixue’s deep and mysterious eyes.
She looked away hastily, lips pouting: "I felt you were talking about my growth too."
"Really, Jie, you’re a little taller."
At this point, Lin Zhongyu joined in. She noticed Mu Jixue’s changes only now.
She hadn’t seen Mu Jixue for a while, but today, due to Su Xiaoxiao’s invitation, they finally got together.
She hadn't noticed it at all, but Yun Zhonghe had.
Mu Jixue blushed fiercely, wanting to burrow into a hole.
She bowed her head, voice tinged with embarrassment and stubbornness, "Well... after all, I'm fifteen, bound to have grown a bit."
She wasn't short anymore!
Crossing her arms, she pouted smugly.
Lin Zhongyu and Yun Zhonghe exchanged a dry smile. The humor was thin, though. Sure, she grew, maybe an extra centimeter.
Mu Jixue was self-conscious about her height, but alas, she hit her limit.
Yun Zhonghe sympathized, but mentioning it to Huang Aotian would spark friction.
Yet, he noticed a slight improvement in her demeanor.
"(...He noticed, he cares about me.)"
Joy bubbled within Mu Jixue.
Girls care about their appearance for someone they love, hoping to catch attention, even a minor change.
Since grabbing Su Xiaoxiao’s recipe, Mu Jixue launched her "grow taller" plan just to catch up to "Tallies" like Lin Zhongyu and Su Xiaoxiao.
Now her efforts paid off, and Yun Zhonghe caught it, delighting her.
Even if it’s true, Yun Zhonghe’s a leg fetishist.
Though, it's all Mu Jixue’s imagination.
Nonetheless, she appreciated his keen observance.
Much of her clouded mind lifted away.
"Zhongyu seems much more powerful, looking like the Yin-Yang Sword God trained you way ahead of me."
Yun Zhonghe heard news about the Inner Gate.
Jixue and Zhongyu’s progress was impressive.
Two destined talents, making a splash within a month, becoming legends.
Zhongyu's cultivation surged like bamboo shooting upward. Currently at Foundation Establishment Ninth Tier, surpassing Jixue!
The Yin-Yang Sword God personally led her around, sharpening her sword skills. She remained undefeated.
To enter the Xuantian Sect's Inner Gate, one must be a genius. Their strength far surpassed those outside.
For a beginner cultivator like Zhongyu, beating many senior disciples was no small feat.
Future confrontations with Zhongyu will require caution.
When Yun Zhonghe lavished praise on Zhongyu, her face bloomed with two red patches.
Zhongyu, with a shy smile: "It’s all thanks to Brother Yun. My achievements are yours. My strength will serve you."
Yun Zhonghe: ?
"Miss, don’t say that. This might cause trouble."
Yun Zhonghe glanced at Mu Jixue, relieved to see no reaction.
Indifferently, he asked, "So, what are all of you planning?"
The atmosphere turned awkward and tense around them.
Zhongyu and Mu Jixue turned to Xiaoxiao simultaneously, but their gazes told different stories.
Zhongyu's eyes brimmed with encouragement, while Mu Jixue's held complex emotions—concern for Xiaoxiao yet undeniable anxiety.
"..."
Xiaoxiao’s voice trembled slightly. Despite similar heights, she felt shorter than Yun Zhonghe as she glanced up at him, hesitant.
"Bro Yun… I…"
Wanting to know his preferences and how to repay his kindness, Xiaoxiao clenched her sleeves, heart pounding.
Seeing this, Mu Jixue felt even more distraught.
Could she just watch?
If Xiaoxiao spoke up, Yun Zhonghe and Xiaoxiao’s relationship surely would deepen further. But...
Immersed in the Inner Gate, under Youyue Renzhu's constant watch, she found no chance to escape.
With more time together, Yun Zhonghe and Xiaoxiao could do whatever they wanted behind her back…
Unbidden images surfaced in her mind: empty classroom, secluded woodland, private dwellings. Looping visions of...
Being pinned against the door...
Pressed onto the floor...
And licking Xiaoxiao’s long legs.
Mu Jixue's mind nearly exploded, overwhelmed by the scenes.
This was too twisted!
Absolutely forbidden!
After an intense internal battle, Mu Jixue couldn't hold back. She lunged forward, eyes wide, aiming straight at Yun Zhonghe: "I'll help her repay you!"
"Ah?!"
Xiaoxiao was utterly stunned, eyes wide with confusion.
Even Zhongyu was bewildered, not sure what play she was acting out.
Gradually, Zhongyu realized the situation. Looking awkwardly at Xiaoxiao, she whispered to Mu Jixue, "What are you doing, Jie?"
Isn't this familiar?
Zhongyu recalled their first formal meeting, when Yun Zhonghe and Jie’s awkward exchange almost caused a rift between her and Xiaoxiao. This time, things improved, but it still troubled her deeply.
"..."
Watching everyone's varying expressions, Mu Jixue realized she’d spilled her candid thoughts.
Taking a deep breath, she decided to go all in, "I feel Xiaoxiao is troubled. As her friend, helping her repay her debts is expected. Now, I’ll do it for her, and she can return the favor later!"
"..."
Zhongyu stood in shocked silence.
How does this logic work?!
They’re not the same, aren't they?
Xiaoxiao → Yun Zhonghe.
Xiaoxiao → Mu Jixue → Yun Zhonghe.
These differences are evident.
But Mu Jixue was committed, determined to act rather than observe silently.
Seize the opportunity, or lose it!
Mu Jixue stared directly into Yun Zhonghe's eyes.
Yun Zhonghe understood!
She clearly doesn't want him and Xiaoxiao to get closer.
Disappointment swelled within him.
"Sister Jixue."
Right then, Xiaoxiao approached Mu Jixue quietly.
Guilty, Mu Jixue realized her earlier actions were excessive.
Initially, Xiaoxiao sought her help, but instead, she snatched the chance, making Xiaoxiao angry surely.
Lowering her head, Mu Jixue prepared herself for scolding and potential rough handling.
However…
"Sister Jixue, thank you. I've misunderstood you all along."
Xiaoxiao was genuinely moved.
Mu Jixue was baffled.
Lin Zhongyu as well.
"Why thank me? You're complicating the plot."
Though Xiaoxiao's reasoning was simple—she was struggling, and Mu Jixue stepped in to help. Her gratitude was sincere.
Xiaoxiao misunderstood Mu Jixue, believing she held bad intentions, but during critical moments, Mu Jixue stepped up.
The child had faced too many hardships, so any kindness left her deeply grateful.
But the underlying introversion remained, making Xiaoxiao uneasy about direct repayment.
Having someone step in eased her burden.
Let future Xiaoxiao handle it.
Lin Zhongyu pondered, realizing the unpredictable nature of this world.
Sometimes being proactive brings rewards.
A shimmer of insight flickered in her eyes.
She looked to follow Mu Jixue's lead.
Previously divided, the girls aligned, eyes burning with determination on Yun Zhonghe.
Mu Jixue: Look at me!
Lin Zhongyu: Just peeking.
Su Xiaoxiao: Watch her!
Three women, a drama already brewing.
Yun Zhonghe, perplexed.
But Mu Jixue’s determined expression provided an opening.
"...Do you mean anything?"
He narrowed his eyes seriously, and that intense gaze made Mu Jixue uneasy.
Mu Jixue: Uh... maybe let Xiaoxiao handle it?
Su Xiaoxiao: Jie, you said you'd help me (>_
Gazing intensely, Mu Jixue had to agree: “S...sure..."
That stupid yellow-haired kid wouldn't do anything weird, right?
He doesn’t even have the courage to.
