Chapter 12: Floating Cloud City

Chapter 12: Floating Cloud City

Should I write 'lemon' chapters in the future?

--- Chapter 11 ---

Yu Long and his maids enjoyed their lunch. It was nothing fancy, but both maids drank some wine, making the atmosphere more merry.

After that, they continued their trip to the Floating Cloud City.

Lily dozed off and relied on Yu Long's shoulder, sleeping soundlessly. The same goes for Hong Guan as she places her head on his other shoulder.

Despite the cramp, Yu Long could only smile helplessly. He has already told them to drink in moderation and stay sober as they still have one more drive to their destination.

Yu Long's nostrils caught the fragrance scent from Lily's body, and his body reacted slightly. His right arm felt the softness of Hong Guan's D-cup breasts, causing his face to heat up.

Thanks to his immense vitality, Yu Long experienced puberty earlier and a growth spurt. He looks older than his age, but it also doesn't mean he is 'miraculously.' experienced with women.

Lily is a charming young woman with a warm and lovely aura.

Meanwhile, Hong Guan is much more mature. Her body is well-endowed and smells fantastic.

It would be a lie if Yu Long said he wasn't interested in them. After all, they are one of the closest people he wished to protect.

'God or Devil, whatever you were. Give me the will to endure this trip!' Yu Long chanted and looked down at his little brother.

...

Several hours later, the carriage finally arrived at the Floating Cloud City.

"Lily, Sister Guan, wake up. We are here." Yu Long heaved a sigh of relief for not losing control.

"Mweh?" Lily shook left and right with a droll in her mouth.

She looked at Yu Long's handsome face and realized her mistake, "Y-Young master, I actually fell asleep."

"Please forgive my embarrassing performance!" She added, wiping the drool from her face.

Yu Long shook his head gently, "It's okay."

"Mhm~!" Hong Guan released an unholy noise and accidentally brushed Yu Long's ears with her lips.

Yu Long's body froze awkwardly.

Hong Guan opened her eyes slowly and blinked a few times.

"I..." She blushed hard.

"..." Yu Long. He coughed and stepped out immediately, hiding the rising dragon in his pants.

"Let's go. We have to visit the branch before evening."

"Yes, young master." Lily and Hong Guan answered softly. They were ashamed, not realizing something weird with their young master.

Yu Long patted his chest and stared at the Floating Cloud City.

Floating Cloud City is the smallest city in the Blue Wind Empire.

It was so small that it was barely even suitable to be called a city.

Even the Drifting River City is several times bigger than this place.

Situated in the Far East and the most geographically remote in terms of location, Floating Cloud City is a secluded place. It is 'actually' encircled by mountains and one big river running as the only water source.

The population, economy, and even the average Profound Strength were the lowest of the low. The city's profound strength is so weak that no one has ever stepped foot into the Sky Profound Realm in the past few centuries.

Floating Cloud City's residents often mock themselves for being a forgotten corner in the Blue Wind Empire.

However, this is also the most suitable place for a protagonist to start his journey.

Born in a literal backwater city, from one of the great clans, and most likely to be a 'cripple' who got mocked throughout his life.

"Not for killing people in broad daylight."

"But if they step beyond your limit, you can finish it silently. Make it clean, though."

"Understood." The maids' expression mellowed slightly.

After asking for some directions, Yu Long and his maids finally arrived at the Xia Clan, or more specifically, Xia Manor.

Xia Manor is a massive traditional Chinese house. It was 'neatly' surrounded by brownish-red walls with black tiles.

At the front gate, two guards protected the Xia Manor.

"Hello, I'm here for Mr. Hongyi." Yu Long greeted the guards.

"Can you perhaps notify him about my arrival?"

One guard glanced at Hong Guan and cleared his throat, "Ehem, may I know who you are?"

"I'm the fourth young master of Yu Clan." Yu Long picked Yu Clan's token from his sleeve and showed it to the guard.

The guard's eyes widened in shock. As the guard of Xia Manor, he knew more things than others.

The company Head Xia ran gained impressive income over the years, but one clan topped that earnings. Yu Clan is one of the biggest business giants in the Blue Wind Empire.

Staring at the youth's high-quality robe, the guard couldn't help but swallow nervously.

And the purple token in his hand further confirmed his status.

"Please wait, Young Master Yu!" The guard smiled politely and ran inside.

...

Unknown Pov.

I was walking around the Xia Manor's Gate, staring at the mundane azure sky with longing in my chest.

Six years ago, amidst a harsh winter. I watched my mother disappear from my sight.

She has a complicated expression and is very painful for some reason.

She didn't say farewell to Father or Yuanba, simply vanishing from my field of vision.

The only words she left behind were, "Realm of Gods..."

"Mother, I wonder where you go." I sighed, feeling very hopeless.

I have read many books, but there is no such place as 'Realm of Gods.' in the Blue Wind Empire.

I closed my eyes and heard a panicked heavy breathing.

Frowning slightly, I saw the guard running to my father's office.

"Hmm?" I was confused.

Why did the guard run away?

Walking to the front gate, I saw a unique-looking youth. The youth wore a dashing black and purple robe with matching pants and shoes. It's very well suited to the youth's lean physique.

He has long black hair tied in a ponytail with some tucked out above his face. His facial features are handsome, with sharp eyebrows, a tall nose, and rosy lips, giving off a mysterious look.

But what surprises me the most is his eyes.

Those golden eyes are bright and gorgeous under the evening sunlight, containing deep profoundness. They gave me a weird sensation as if nothing could hide from them.

The youth finally noticed my gaze.

Our eyes meet.

And he smiled at me.