Chapter 202: Chapter 170: Irresistible Feelings

Even though Lu Qian clearly understood in his heart, whether it was words or gestures, it was all Ji Yunrou’s strategy.

Seeing that the Charm Art was not working for the moment, this Jade Flood Dragon Fairy directly changed her approach. Such a stunning beauty, lowering herself and showing such a humble pursuit posture, how could any man in the world not be moved?

Lu Qian kept silently reminding himself that Ji Yunrou had ulterior motives, she was only coveting his Consciousness Collection, and under no circumstances should he fall into her trap.

But then again, if what the Jade Flood Dragon Fairy said was true, Yin-Yang Dual Cultivation wouldn’t harm him at all; from every angle, it seemed like he would be at an advantage.

Ugh, Lu Qian, how can you allow yourself to fall so low?

So, Lu Qian desperately imagined skeletons and decaying flesh to suppress the lift in his heart and gravely said, "Such a precious Spiritual Pet, unearned rewards should not be accepted. I absolutely cannot take it, so please, Lady Ji..."

However, before he could finish speaking, he was met with Ji Yunrou’s expression of biting her red lips, tears streaming down.

With a bang, Gu Nixiang slammed her palm on the meeting table. Luckily, she held back her strength and didn’t collapse the table.

"Stop pretending to be pitiful here; I just want to know, is the ring fight still happening or not?"

Gu Nixiang suppressed her anger, having listened there for quite a while. Although she had changed significantly over the past two years and could occasionally sit in crowded social gatherings without exploding like before, she was almost at her limit.

What she heard and didn’t fully understand was that the woman before her had suddenly transformed from enemy to ally, becoming a business partner with the Yunshan Sect, which was extremely exasperating.

Lu Qian was just about to speak when Gu Nixiang’s dangerous gaze already fixed on him: "Lu Qian, you’ve been bewitched by beauty, I will deal with you later!"

Seeing the situation was hopeless, Ji Yunrou flipped her palm, put away the white snake, and giggled, "Dear sister, the ring fight must go on. I heard Sect Leader Lu made a fortune from the ticket revenue of the last few fights. If it doesn’t happen, the Marketplace would suffer too much, and its reputation would be affected. Now I’m also a shareholder in the Marketplace, how could I ruin my financial prospects? Let’s just treat it as a performance match."

Gu Nixiang automatically ignored the words "performance match," nodded contentedly, and in her gold-red eyes, flames flickered as she scrutinized Ji Yunrou, seemingly considering the best way to attack.

Ji Yunrou then turned to Lu Qian: "Our Third Elder, Ling Xuzi, had some troubles merging with the Snake Spirit, so his mental state is unstable, irritable, and easily angered. However, his Cultivation has taken a unique path; although he’s in Early-Stage Foundation Establishment, his actual combat strength is formidable, so Sect Leader Lu should be cautious."

The implication was that Ling Xuzi might be crazy, but his combat strength was increased.

Lu Qian smiled and nodded: "Lady Ji, rest assured, I will naturally provide the audience with a spectacular match."

Although they had become business partners, and the original purpose of the ring fight had changed, it seemed Ji Yunrou still wanted to use the ring fight to test Gu Nixiang and Lu Qian.

This late-night shareholder meeting concluded perfectly, but everyone’s tasks were just beginning, and the others left one after the other, going to organize the Elite, heading to the designated locations to await instructions. However, Ji Yunrou refused to leave, clinging to Lu Qian to allocate a floor in the Central High Tower for the Divine Flood Dragon Sect as their base.

"Now that my Divine Flood Dragon Sect is also a shareholder of Shuangye Square, we naturally need to set up an office here," Ji Yunrou said coquettishly, under Jiang Qingfeng’s wary, angry yet helpless look. "If a place isn’t available immediately, it’s fine; I can share an office with Sect Leader Lu, so I can serve tea and add some feminine touch..."

"There are vacant rooms." Lin Le, knowing which side to stand on, decisively came forward and received Jiang Qingfeng’s approving and grateful glance, "The second and fifth floors are currently used as storage, thus not much in use, the Divine Flood Dragon Sect can choose whichever suits them."

Ji Yunrou sighed with disappointment and, under Lu Qian’s repeated urgings, finally left, stepping back with every step.

"Sect Leader Lu, remember to come find me. As long as you come, I’ll always be available. Wait, dear sister, I’m not done talking."

Gu Nixiang unceremoniously pushed Ji Yunrou out the door, and with a thundering sound, the door shut, leaving the world finally quiet.

Perhaps.

"Junior Brother." Jiang Qingfeng held Lu Qian back, her expression solemn, her tone serious, "Even though Sect Leader Ji has a high cultivation and commands the Divine Flood Dragon Sect, she’s frivolous and wanton; you absolutely mustn’t become deeply involved. Even if you’re inclined to choose a Dao partner, she’s not suitable; you must seriously consider—"

"Senior Sister." Lu Qian suddenly interrupted her, looking directly into Qingfeng’s eyes filled with tension. He smiled and slowly said, "If I were to choose a Dao partner, the most suitable one in my heart would be none other than you, Senior Sister."

All of Jiang Qingfeng’s words were choked back by this one sentence. Her red lips slightly parted as she stared at Lu Qian, her elegant and beautiful face suddenly turning red, as if wisps of steam rose from her hair.

"Ah!" Finally, she uttered a short cry from her throat, stumbling back two steps and knocking a tea cup off the table to the ground with a crash. Only then did she snap back to awareness, looking around in panic, catching sight of Lin Le trying desperately to blend into the background.

"I didn’t hear or see anything." Lin Le hastily waved his hand and turned to run.

Jiang Qingfeng quieted down, her face flushed as she nervously twirled a strand of hair around her finger, summoning the courage to meet Lu Qian’s gaze.

In her clear eyes, light danced like a rippling stream, seemingly pleading, and Lu Qian could only feel his heart pounding wildly.

"Junior Brother." She spoke softly, "What you said, is it true?"

Lu Qian felt his throat go dry and took a deep breath: "Of course it’s true, once I reach Foundation Establishment, I’ll—"

With a clatter, the door was pushed open, and Fairy Nishang walked in impatiently: "Finally got rid of that hussy. Just wait until the match; I’ll show her!"

Jiang Qingfeng, shy and bashful, shot Lu Qian a reproachful glance and softly scolded, "You choose your moments well." With that, she hung her head and hurriedly left.

That moment of myriad charms left Lu Qian dazed.

With a flash of red, Gu Nixiang was already standing in front of Lu Qian, her face full of suspicion: "What were you two up to?"

Lu Qian coughed softly: "None of your business, it’s late, get some rest, there’s a fight tomorrow."

But who knew the usually foolproof "there’s a fight" would fail this time? Gu Nixiang snorted angrily, "Your expression’s sneaky, your heart’s beating fast, I think you’re up to something, probably charmed by that snake woman? Lu Qian, I’m disappointed in you for being seduced by beauty."