352. Meeting

On the way back, Qian Renjue separated himself from Ling Yuan's embrace, his silver hair and blood-red eyes appeared

Lost in thought, he immersed himself in the system space, glancing at the [Divine Forging Stone].

It looked like a diamond surrounded by nine-colored light, about the size of a fist.

Although currently somewhat impractical, Qian Renjue knew not to underestimate it.

In future divine battles, it might play a critical role.

Ling Yuan stood quietly beside him. "Your Highness, Sect Master Ning asked me to see if you’re interested in selling those hidden weapons."

"Hmm? Hidden weapons..." Qian Renjue’s cold blood-red eyes glanced at Ling Yuan.

"There's nothing worth selling. If he wants any, just give him however many he needs—but he has to supply the raw materials."

"Understood. I'll pass it on to him next time," Ling Yuan responded respectfully.


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While Qian Renjue was with Ning Rongrong at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, pushing her on the swing, Qian Renxue had returned to the inn from the palace, with Hu Liena walking beside her in the corridor.

A door in one corner opened, and Dugu Xin, who had been waiting, respectfully greeted Qian Renxue.

"Miss Xue, Yan Yan and Miss Ye have arrived."

"Good. Dismissed," Qian Renxue nodded slightly.

Hu Liena looked curious.

She still remembered the annoying snake girl whose tail Qian Renxue had once tied up with hers.

But she hadn't met "Miss Ye" before, so she asked, "Miss Xue, is Senior Brother’s fiancée here as well?"

"Yes, you've wanted to meet her, haven't you?" Qian Renxue gave Hu Liena a knowing glance.

Hu Liena stayed silent, but she did indeed want to see what kind of girl was her Senior Brother's fiancée.

"Hmph!" Qian Renxue scoffed, then ordered calmly, "Let’s go, Nana. There are some things I want to discuss with you all."

"Yes, Miss Xue." Hu Liena followed Qian Renxue with a mix of curiosity and unease.

Click!

The door opened, and Hu Liena immediately saw Dugu Yan, with whom she had faced hardships before.

Dugu Yan also noticed her.

"Miss Xue—oh, it’s that fox!" Dugu Yan said.

Hu Liena’s expression changed as she snapped back, "Hey! You annoying snake! Watch your mouth, or I’ll rip you apart!"

"Hmph! Same to you." Dugu Yan quickly regained her composure, her face cold.

Qian Renxue frowned and said in a chilling tone, "If you keep arguing, I’ll hang you both from the ceiling again."

At that, Dugu Yan and Hu Liena immediately fell silent, still visibly wary.

"Hmph! I’d better not hear you acting like this in front of Jue." Qian Renxue stepped into the room. Hu Liena and Dugu Yan quickly followed her, and Ye Lingling rose to greet her.

"Miss Xue," Ye Lingling greeted softly.

"Take a seat; no need for such formality." Qian Renxue waved a hand casually, taking a seat by the tea table.

Hu Liena eyed the veiled figure before her, sizing her up.

So this was her Senior Brother’s primary fiancée?


She didn’t seem particularly remarkable—she wore a veil and seemed somewhat reserved, unlike Hu Liena, who was naturally alluring.

While Hu Liena was observing Ye Lingling, Ye Lingling was also glancing back, slightly puzzled.

Dugu Yan moved closer to Ye Lingling and whispered, "Lingling, this is the Holy Son’s junior disciple."

Upon hearing this, Ye Lingling realized who she was. She had indeed heard Qian Renjue mention her before but hadn’t known what she looked like.

As Qian Renjue had said, she was a naturally charming girl.

Ye Lingling extended her hand and introduced herself softly, "Hello, I’m Ye Lingling."

"Nice to meet you; I’m Hu Liena," Hu Liena replied, shaking hands with her.

Qian Renxue urged them, "Alright, take a seat. Jue will be back soon."

At her words, Ye Lingling and Hu Liena both sat down.

Qian Renxue took a sip of her tea and then said plainly, "I’ll be direct. I want to know how far each of you has progressed in your relationship with Jue."

All three were momentarily taken aback, their cheeks flushing at this awkward topic.

Especially Ye Lingling and Hu Liena.

"Is it difficult to answer?" Qian Renxue frowned. She mainly wanted to establish rules with her future sisters-in-law to avoid any potential conflicts.

Dugu Yan raised her hand, blushing. "I-I’ve only kissed the Holy Son."

Qian Renxue nodded slightly, then looked at Ye Lingling and Hu Liena. "And you two?"

Ye Lingling’s ears were already turning red. She had slept in the same bed as Qian Renjue, but they had only cuddled, with some clothes loosened as he kissed her gently.

But she couldn’t say that out loud!

Hu Liena was even more hesitant.


She and her Senior Brother had… well, they had seen each other in embarassing situations.

But she couldn’t just admit that either!

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As time passed, Qian Renjue and Ling Yuan returned to the Heaven Treasure Inn. Before they even entered the room, Qian Renjue sensed two familiar presences inside.

Knock, knock!

Curious, Qian Renjue knocked on the door. After some slight movement inside, the door opened smoothly. Standing there was a young lady who surprised him slightly.

"Yanyan?"

"Your Highness, Your Excellency Ling Yuan." Dugu Yan blushed as she greeted Qian Renjue with a small bow.

Then Qian Renxue’s voice called out from inside, "Jue, come on in. I was the one who invited them here."

"Ah, Sis, Ling Ling." Qian Renjue glanced around the room.

Inside, next to a marble coffee table, it looked as though they were having some kind of meeting. Qian Renxue sat on a single-seater sofa, while Hu Liena and Ye Lingling each occupied longer sofas on either side.

Their faces, along with Dugu Yan's, were slightly flushed, as if they felt a bit shy or awkward.

Qian Renxue shot a look toward the doorway. "Jue, why are you just standing there? Do you need me to personally invite you in?"

"No, no need." Qian Renjue shook his head, stepping inside with Ling Yuan, with Dugu Yan following close behind.

"Senior Brother (Jue)," Hu Liena and Ye Lingling greeted him, their voices tinged with embarrassment.

"Hm." Qian Renjue nodded slightly, glancing curiously at Qian Renxue and asking, " Sis, what were you all talking about?"

"Of course, we were talking about you," Qian Renxue replied with a smile, linking her arm around Qian Renjue's. "I just wanted them all to meet each other."

"Is that so~" Qian Renjue raised an eyebrow. The atmosphere in the room among the women felt strangely calm.

"Alright, Jue, come and sit here," Qian Renxue said, guiding him to the single-seater sofa and sitting beside him.

Dugu Yan took a seat next to Ye Lingling, while Ling Yuan instinctively went over to sit beside Hu Liena near the coffee table, also sensing something unusual in the air.

Sitting beside Qian Renxue, Qian Renjue looked at the four women before him, feeling a bit awkward himself, unsure of what to say.