Chapter 360: Midday Drama

Chapter 360: Midday Drama

Hui dusted off his robes and stepped out of the forge, his new bell tinkling at his hip. As he walked, he carefully wound his qi away from the bell, mindful not to accidentally feed the spell. Even my passive qi is enough to activate the spell. If Im not actively excluding it, the bell will resonate and start bewildering people around me. Its a bit annoying, but its good practice. Besides, a passive weapon is a wonderful thing. If I stuff some qi into it ahead of time, it can even continue to activate while Im fully playing dead!

The door opposite him slammed open. Ji Taiyu stumbled out, barely catching a tumbling Bao Huli. The two fell against the far wall, Bao Huli pinning Ji Taiyu against the boards. Hair slightly ruffled, a single strand caught on her lips, she stared up at Ji Taiyu with starry eyes and murmured, Master I stumbled.

Ji Taiyu took a deep breath. Bao Huli, did you really stumble? You cant be that clumsy.

Tears welled up in Bao Hulis eyes. Master, dont abandon me. Bao Huli can still learn.

I never said, its just, Bao Huli, you Ji Taiyu pushed at her arm, trying to extricate himself from her grasp. One hand pressed into the wall on either side of him, completely pinning him in.

Bao Huli is so clumsy, shes an embarrassment to Master, Bao Huli continued, burying her face in his robes. Tears slid down her face, but contrary to her weepy appearance, her hands remained completely sturdy against the wall. All of Ji Taiyus strength couldnt budge her grasp.

Giving up on escaping, Ji Taiyu sighed and patted her head. Bao Huli, if you simply told the truth, IdFollow current novels at novelhall.com)

Master Bao Huli whispered breathily. Her little paws moved from hemming him in to pulling him closer. Ji Taiyu didnt fight it, but closed his eyes and nuzzled the top of her head instead.

Hui coughed into his fist awkwardly. Er, unless I want to see the erotic play of the fox demon and the righteous cultivator, Id better speak up. Somehow, they havent noticed me yet! Greetings to Seniors.

Ah! Greetings, Ji Taiyu returned. He pushed at Bao Huli, trying to pull away. Bao Huli resisted for another few moments, but eventually gave in and retracted her hold. Standing subserviently behind Ji Taiyu, she shot a death glare at Hui.

Sorry for interrupting your kabedon! Is this how its been going between the two of you? Bao Huli, how forceful! Hui shouted silently.

Hmm, though from Ji Taiyus words, has he not given in?

No, no, rather than not giving in to that fox demon, Id say its more likely theyre in an ambiguous relationship! After all, Ji Taiyus leaps and bounds of improvement didnt come from nowhere, and he didnt seem to be refusing her come-on right there, either.

Let me take a guess! A straightforward and righteous man like Ji Taiyu wants to clearly define their relationship, but Id bet he doesnt feel right doing so under the guise of being deceived by this fox demon, so hes waiting for her to confess the truth about her nature and cultivation level before he says it outright. On the other hand, the fox demon over there is getting what she wants, and thinks shes deceiving Ji Taiyu, so she has no problem with their ambiguous relationship. Ah, how twisted, how twisted! Wheres my popcorn?

Ji Taiyu straightened his robes and coughed awkwardly as well, unable to meet Huis eyes. I see youve made use of the forge? he said at last.

Indeed, indeed. It was my first time, but I think Ive made something wonderful, Hui said, nodding.

Ji Taiyu choked and turned away. Behind him, a smile spread across Bao Hulis face, and that invisible fox tail started swishing again.

Fucking hell, you two! Your first time, and theres already a baby fox in the oven? Fuck! Making a single dog like me jealous Honestly, could you be a little less obvious? Hui pressed his lips together.

The drama-loving part of him pounded its fists excitedly on a table in his heart. Popcorn, who has the popcorn? Its a midday drama, an absolute soap opera out here! Shes already pregnant, and their relationship is still so ambiguous? How wonderful! What a twist!

He shook his head at the two of them, but held his retorts back. Instead, he changed the subject, gesturing at the practice room instead. Shall we check on Martial Sisters Li Xiang and Ying Lin?

Hui gave her a look. Do you want to put your Master in debt? Im asking for a free technique here, a technique for free! I cant ask her for her best techniques.

Ying Lin narrowed her eyes back at him. My Master is so cheap! Maybe I should go find a rich Master who can buy good techniques, hmm?

Li Xiang hesitated. After a moment, she nodded. I can.

Hui smiled. Wonderful, wonderful.

Before that, night approaches. Lu Xubo should return soon. We need to visit Ya Ai and prepare her for his arrival, Li Xiang said, heading for the door.

Lu Xubo? Ji Taiyu asked.

Ah, Master, thats an Elder Brother who Hui coughed. I mean, Ji Taiyu er

Ji Taiyu brightened up. I knew it. It is Second Disciple! And Third Disciple?

Ying Lin waved. Its me!

To think wed see each other again so soon, Ji Taiyu said, beaming.

Behind him, Bao Huli bristled and bared her teeth at Hui.

No, Im still not after your Master Hui thought, rolling his eyes at her.

Second Disciple? Third Disciple? Li Xiang muttered under her breath.

Its a long story, Hui said, waving his hand. Come on, lets go check on Ya Ai.

The group set off, heading into the hallway. Ya Ais door hung slightly ajar. Hui pushed it open and led the way inside. Ya Ai, we

The sect elder-looking man held Ya Ai in his lap, her head cradled against his chest. The two of them looked up as they entered, then hurriedly separated. Ya Ai adjusted her hair, but it remained flattened on one side. Yes?

Er, never mind, I didnt mean to interrupt, Hui said, backing out. It really is rough out here for single dogs! Even grannies and elders are getting it while I sit here all alone!

Wait, is that why she was so okay with us attacking Chen Xigui? She already has someone she loves? But she forced the marriage. Then well, it is her one chance to marry a powerful figure. Maybe that overpowered everything.

Li Xiang blinked at Ya Ai and the elder. Are you two in love? she asked bluntly.

Ya Ai jolted. She and the elder exchanged a glance.

Li Xiang, theres some things you cant ask outright! Hui cried silently.