"Ah..."
"Ah!"
The moment Tang Luochuan spoke these words, Xu Xiaoyan's despondent mood vanished completely, replaced by sheer excitement.
"You and..."
"Sister Gu Yue and Na'er are both together with you?"
At this moment, Xu Xiaoyan instinctively raised her voice, her eyes flashing with starlight as she stared at him in astonishment, unable to stop herself from asking.
And it wasn't just her—hidden in the grass, the two other girls lurking nearby were equally stunned!
Na'er, that Silver Spear Goddess who would seize every opportunity to leave the Inner Court and join them, calling Luo Chuan "Brother Luo Chuan" at every turn...
"Yes."
"We're together."
Tang Luochuan didn't deny it. Instead, he nodded openly, his face softening as he spoke.
Na'er and Gu Yue—both held significant places in his heart. He admitted he was fickle and unfaithful, but...
He would remain devoted to them both and take responsibility to the end.
Of course, he had considered that after revealing this, the other party might not harbor the same feelings for him as before, perhaps even quietly letting those emotions fade...
"So..."
"You're together!"
Yet, at this moment, Xu Xiaoyan didn't inwardly curse him for being fickle or shameless. On the contrary, the light in her eyes didn't dim in the slightest.
She had only known before that Na'er wasn't Luo Chuan's biological sister but someone he had picked up, so she had always seen her as a little sister. But now that she thought about it...
Wasn't that the very definition of childhood sweethearts?!
But before Na'er, it was Sister Gu Yue who had gotten together with Luo Chuan first. Didn't that mean...
"Childhood sweethearts... lose to sudden encounters?"
Xu Xiaoyan instantly found her answer. As she pondered, she couldn't help but smile. She didn't consider herself some sudden encounter, but...
Luo Chuan would surely come to understand her feelings for him someday!
Since Na'er had set a precedent, maybe she, too, would have a chance in the future!
"I understand."
Taking a deep breath, Xu Xiaoyan looked firmly at Tang Luochuan and declared.
She would never give up!
"Under... stand?"
Hearing this, Tang Luochuan wore a puzzled expression. He had imagined countless responses—"Hmm," "Oh," "Okay," "Fine..."
But never something as light as "I understand."
"Mm-hmm!"
"I understand."
Xu Xiaoyan repeated, her face flushed with joy from her Martial Soul's evolution, grinning brightly.
Between her Martial Soul's upgrade and learning this news, today had become her happiest day ever!
Especially seeing Luo Chuan's dumbfounded expression now, her emotions surged even higher. It seemed Luo Chuan didn't even realize what a wonderful revelation he had just given her...
Hehe, so happy!
"Brother Luo Chuan, um..."
"Can I hug you?"
At this moment, Xu Xiaoyan gazed at him expectantly, unable to hold back her request. She wanted today...
To be even happier!
"Xiao Yan, you..."
Tang Luochuan was utterly bewildered. He had just admitted his relationship with Gu Yue and Na'er, and now Xiao Yan wanted a hug? What was this about?
However, before he could even refuse, the girl before him had already bravely thrown herself into his arms.
"Xiao Yan, you..."
"Brother Luo Chuan, I'll head back first—"
Xu Xiaoyan knew when to hold back—after just leaning against him for a moment, she immediately pulled away, blushed as she glanced at him, then quickly ran off.
Though she hadn't made any progress yet, it didn't matter. Tonight would be her favorite kind of progress!
"What a mess!"
Tang Luochuan stared blankly at the scene, muttering under his breath. This Xiao Yan...
She was making things very difficult for him!
When Tang Luochuan returned to the accommodations Li Zhilong had arranged for them, he had barely sat down before Gu Yue appeared at his door.
"Gu Yue, what's up?"
Seeing her, Tang Luochuan instinctively paused before speaking softly.
"Just came to see you. What..."
"Don't want me here?"
Gu Yue huffed lightly, though the undisguised amusement in her eyes betrayed her tone.
"Not at all."
Tang Luochuan shook his head quickly.
"Earlier, I didn't know..."
"Who said they were with me?"
Gu Yue said with a playful smile.
"Huh?"
Tang Luochuan froze at this, but seeing the mirth on her face, he quickly relaxed.
Gu Yue never feigned calmness when it came to jealousy. Since she was this composed, she must not have seen Xiao Yan hugging him earlier...
"Wasn't it you?"
Regaining his senses, Tang Luochuan gently took the girl's arm and pulled her into his embrace.
"Who would be with you..."
A faint blush spread across Gu Yue's cheeks as she nestled against him, though her words remained merciless. Who indeed? Well...
It was her!
Only she and Na'er would ever be with Luo Chuan!
"..."
But at that moment, Tang Luochuan suddenly remembered something—hadn't Xiao Yan hugged him earlier?
Seeing Gu Yue in his arms, smiling without a hint of suspicion, he quietly shut his mouth. Best not to mention it.
No... big deal!
Over half a month later, in Tianhai City.
Tianhai Advanced Academy—this was where Tang Luochuan and his team had once represented Donghai Academy in the Soul Master Tournament, securing a ranking in the youth division.
But this time, they effortlessly dominated the competition with absolute superiority, facing off against the strongest team of under-twenty-year-olds.
This was their ninth exam match, meaning they had completed nine-tenths of the requirements in just seventeen days.
That day, as Tang Luochuan glanced at Wu Siduo, Xu Xiaoyan, and Ye Xinglan beside him, he couldn't help but ponder.
"Is it just me, or have Xiao Yan and the others become even more... enthusiastic toward me lately?"
A puzzled frown crossed his face. He was no expert in romance, nor did he engage in playboy behavior—his relationships with Gu Yue and Na'er were proof enough.
He wanted them both. That was his stance.
Of course, part of it was his lack of exclusivity, but he was also committed to taking responsibility for both of them. At the same time, he made sure his other companions were aware of his relationships with the girls.
However, the reactions of Wu Siduo, Xu Xiaoyan, and Ye Xinglan were completely different from what he had expected!
Far from keeping their distance to avoid awkwardness with him and Gu Yue, they had instead been sitting closer and closer to him these past few days!
"In this kind of situation..."
"Shouldn't they be maintaining some distance? Girls really are the most incomprehensible creatures in the world..."
"Luo Chuan, come with me."
Tang Luochuan shook his head helplessly, deciding not to dwell on it further. At that moment, Gu Yue gently tugged at his sleeve and spoke up.
"Hmm? Alright."
Tang Luochuan responded softly and followed her, soon arriving at a secluded corner where no one else was around.
"Luo Chuan..."
"Did you say something to Xiao Yan and the others before?"
Gu Yue took a deep breath, her face unable to conceal its coldness as she couldn't help but ask.
That night at the Heaven's Design Soul Master Academy, she had clearly seen the look of disappointment in Xu Xiaoyan, Wu Siduo, and Ye Xinglan's eyes—a look she would never forget...
So why were they suddenly showing hearts in their eyes again these past two days?
How could this be right!
"Well..."
"Nothing much, just told them about my relationship with you... and Na'er..."
Tang Luochuan shook his head and answered honestly.
"What..."
"What did you say?!"
Gu Yue's cold expression vanished instantly, replaced by bewilderment. She couldn't help but exclaim in disbelief, her voice even dropping to a whisper out of shock.
Luo Chuan had told them about him and Na'er too?
Of course, there was nothing wrong with that—Na'er would even be overjoyed to hear it—but timing mattered! Instead of discouraging the three girls at that moment, he had...
Now, Xiao Yan and the others would only feel even more hopeful! This was truly troublesome...
"Gu Yue."
"What's wrong?"
Tang Luochuan asked softly, his face filled with confusion.
"Haah..."
"Nothing!"
Gu Yue merely glanced at him, gritted her teeth, and let out a cold snort. That Luo Chuan...
The absolute worst!
"Gu Yue..."
"What's the matter now...?"
Watching her reaction, Tang Luochuan was left utterly bewildered. He hurried after her, though his mind was still clouded with confusion.
He couldn't understand what he had done to upset Gu Yue. He hadn't been flirting with other girls, after all!
[Gu Yue: That much is true, but have you ever considered that the flowers might come to you on their own?]
Meanwhile...
"Ah, that Luo Chuan kid..."
Not far away, Tong Yu, who had been silently watching over Tang Luochuan, wore a thoughtful expression as he shook his head helplessly. Even as an outsider, he could see it clearly now.
Gu Yue's worries weren't unfounded. These girls weren't afraid of him being unfaithful—they were afraid of him being too upright!
If Luo Chuan had only Gu Yue by his side, these girls wouldn't even dare to entertain such thoughts. But now...
Since he had already accepted Na'er and others, wasn't there a chance he might accept them too?
Given such a choice, everyone would be willing to try. After all, the worst outcome was failure—but if they succeeded, they would have the person they longed for...
"By the way, Princess Yun'er..."
For a moment, Tong Yu recalled the little princess who had previously called him to ask if there were any girls around Luo Chuan. He simply shook his head.
It seems the princess won't even get the position of second wife...
"Achoo—"
Meanwhile, far away on the Star Luo Continent, Dai Yun'er suddenly sneezed, blinking her eyes in confusion with a puzzled expression on her face.
Then, as if sensing something, she turned her gaze toward the eastern window, staring longingly into the distance, lost in thought.
"Luo Chuan..."
"Is he coming to see me soon..."
As she thought this, a smile unconsciously spread across her face. Her adorable expression soon turned contemplative—what should she wear when Luo Chuan arrived?
"This one, this one, or this one?"
"What would Luo Chuan like..."
At this joyful moment, the blissful little princess had no idea that the man she longed for was not only liked by one person—among them...
Two had already succeeded!
(End of Chapter)