Chapter 314: Qian Anning: Senior Brother, I Finally Understand!

Second Peak.

“Xixue, this is your junior brother, Wang Haoran!”

Zhao Nishang introduced Wang Haoran to Lin Xixue with a full smile.

Naturally, Qian Anning also followed along.

“Anning, you came too?”

“Greetings, Master Aunt!”

Qian Anning bowed respectfully.

For some reason, since learning that her uncle Zhao was both her master’s younger brother and also Wang Haoran’s aunt, she felt a unique nervousness akin to a “bashful daughter-in-law meeting her in-laws.”

Although this time, she was specifically instructed by her mentor to fetch her senior brother Li Yuan back to the First Peak.

However, judging by her demeanor, she had clearly forgotten her task.

Thankfully, Li Yuan had returned to the First Peak on his own; otherwise, the Piao Miao Holy Master would have had to personally come looking when no disciple returned!

Currently.

After introductions, Zhao Nishang led Wang Haoran to a room.

“Haoran, come, this is the room your senior sister prepared especially for you!”

“You’ll be staying here from now on!”

Wang Haoran’s new room was next to Zhao Nishang’s own quarters.

And on the other side, naturally, was her eldest disciple Lin Xixue’s room.

Seeing Wang Haoran’s arrival, her always serene master displayed a joy and happiness never seen before, making Lin Xixue feel uncomfortable and wary—

This Wang Haoran, surely nothing good, swindling the naive junior sister in just a few words!

Next, he’s going to use his “nephew” status to deceive his master step by step!

Letting him stay here, that wouldn’t do!

Lin Xixue could tell at a glance, her formerly lazy, uninterested junior sister was now blushing and wide-eyed, staring at Wang Haoran.

When she saw this, how could she not understand what had happened!

No, she had to stop Wang Haoran’s behavior!

“Master, there’s a difference between men and women. Isn’t it inconvenient for him, a man, to live with us?”

Lin Xixue presented a rational and justified objection to Wang Haoran staying.

“…this…”

Zhao Nishang hadn’t considered such a thing.

Yet upon reflection, it made sense. Her eldest disciple, always having this master by her side, had little interaction with men.

Suddenly having a man under the same roof was somewhat demanding of her.

“…You make a good point…”

Lin Xixue was hopeful: “So let him stay in the outer courtyard?”

Just as Zhao Nishang was about to speak, Wang Haoran preempted her.

“Aunt, it’s fine. Since senior sister minds, I can stay elsewhere. No need to live with you all.”

He forced a smile—

“You know, I’ve been without a mother since young… I’m used to living alone…”

“…!”

No sooner had Wang Haoran spoken.

Zhao Nishang became anxious, hastily explaining, “You’ve misunderstood!”

Seeing her obedient nephew’s crestfallen expression, her heart ached.

“Such a good child, how could I let you live elsewhere!”

“You’ll stay here, no problem!”

Zhao Nishang reassured Wang Haoran while embracing him, coldly glancing at Lin Xixue.

From the beginning, her eldest disciple had worn a frosty expression, not bothering to show any concern for her new junior brother.

Of course, knowing Lin Xixue’s cool nature, she tried to understand.

But didn’t expect her to speak like that, leading to the good nephew’s misunderstanding, feeling excluded!

Unbelievable!

“Xixue, you think it’s inconvenient?”

“Very well—”

Calm, yet indisputable, Zhao Nishang stated: “If it’s inconvenient, then start packing. You’ll move to the outer courtyard today.”

“…I’m to move out?!”

Lin Xixue was startled, hurriedly speaking up, “Master, I…”

Only to be swept out of the room by Zhao Nishang’s sleeve.

“Quickly pack!”

…

After Lin Xixue was thrown out, Zhao Nishang finally released Wang Haoran.

At this moment.

She smiled knowingly at Qian Anning nearby—

Tsk, tsk, look at those eyes!

Seems senior sister’s disciple is already head over heels for my good nephew, Haoran!

And certainly, Haoran is interested too, otherwise he wouldn’t suddenly say he wanted to stay a few days, get familiar with Piao Miao Holy Land, and then venture outside later.

Though she wished to visit Xiao Yun’s home, clearly, her good nephew’s lifelong affair was more important.

As an aunt, how could she not lend a hand!

Thus, Zhao Nishang feigned a sigh.

“Alas, didn’t expect Xixue to be so inconsiderate!”

She looked at her junior niece, “Anning, Haoran is new, and it’s not convenient for me, can you show him around and get familiar with Piao Miao Peak?”

“Of course!!!”

——Qian Anning instinctively replied, utterly delighted!

Hoping to approach Wang Haoran but lacking a strategy, she’d merely stood aside, staring goofily at her beloved’s face.

Therefore, Zhao Nishang’s words filled her with joy—

Master Aunt Zhao insists my junior brother accompanies me!

“Junior brother, senior sister will take you on a date—”

“—For a walk around!”

She was so excited, she almost blurted “date.”

Honestly, anyone could see Qian Anning’s intentions, though she still believed she hid them well.

Naturally, Wang Haoran agreed, “I’ll count on you then!”

Subsequently.

Under Zhao Nishang’s watchful eye, Qian Anning led Wang Haoran out of Second Peak.

Walking ahead, with Wang Haoran trailing, he noticed her flushed ears, her walk revealing nervousness.

Seeing her nearly trip again, Wang Haoran helplessly grasped her hand.

“Junior Sister, are you alright?”

Nervously stammering, Qian Anning replied, “I, I, I’m al-alright!!”

“Thank you, junior brother!”

Standing still, with their hands tightly joined, Wang Haoran smiled into Qian Anning’s eyes.

“Junior Sister, isn’t calling me junior brother too distant?”

“Just call me Haoran!”

“?!!”

Did I mishear? He asked me to call him by name!!!

Hearing her own racing heartbeat, Qian Anning realized her face was flushed red.

Yet soon, mustering courage, she softly murmured his name.

“…Haoran…”

Merely uttering two syllables, she felt her mind heatedly buzzing—unable to think clearly!

This is what it feels like to fall in love…

Such joy and bliss, wanting to give everything to him… wanting to be with him forever!

Qian Anning finally understood.

Before, like other disciples, she thought her senior brother Li Yuan was just too clingy.

But now…

Today, in merely one day, she experienced a change of heart—

Lacking understanding of love, I doubted senior brother;

After meeting junior brother, I began to understand him,

Now, I am about to become him!