Chapter 499: New Year’s Eve

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New Year’s Eve.

The lively atmosphere lasted until evening.

As Qing Yi, Zhu Nan’s confidante, observed her young lady mingling harmoniously with so many women, she felt quite “annoyed.”

However, she didn’t dare express her frustration to Zhu Nan or Wang Haoran, so Uncle Fu became her “punching bag.”

Yet, from Wang Haoran’s perspective—

“Uncle Fu… seems to be enjoying it…”

“I never thought he’d be into this kind of thing…”

Because of Uncle Fu, even Old Mo found himself frequently scolded, “acting irresponsibly, neglecting his duties!”

Lately, he hadn’t dared to indulge in leisure outside, being dragged to work at the company every day.

“Speaking of which…”

“Although Qing Yi seems angry, the way she and Uncle Fu act like an old married couple…”

Watching the two walk away, Wang Haoran shook his head with a smile.

“Never mind, it’s time for me to head back to my room.”

“I wonder what kind of ‘punishment’ they’ve come up with…”

As for why there would be “punishment,” it all started when he brought Shangguan Yunlan and Zhao Nishang back—

After bringing the two back through the “Any Door.”

Shangguan Yunlan, initially nervous about meeting the other sisters.

Was stunned upon seeing a room full of women.

After a moment of shock, she could only say to her little disciple in the crowd:

“Wow… Anning…”

“If your mother saw this scene, she’d be furious…”

“Even if you were unwilling, she’d break your legs and drag you back…”

This had completely exceeded the bounds of having multiple wives and concubines!

However, seeing Shangguan Yunlan’s “naïve” reaction, Zhao Nishang, who was already aware, looked at her with disdain.

“Senior Sister, if you’re too scared, why not help Wan Yi take Anning back by force?”

“Then it’ll just be me and Xixue, a master-disciple pair!”

While Shangguan Yunlan was shocked by the number of women, Zhao Nishang was quite pleased:

“Haoran, well done!”

“Even this little girl from Jiu You Holy Land is here.”

She glanced at An Buyu, then smiled at Wang Haoran:

“Why not woo the Holy Maiden Yun Xiaoxiao from Qing Yun Holy Land too, and complete the trio of Holy Maidens!”

“After all, the Three Holy Lands have great relations!”

Even after getting herself involved, she didn’t forget to find a wife for her good disciple.

—However, after the two arrived, the most shocked was Wang Haoran’s senior sister, Lin Xixue.

“…Why is Martial Aunt here?!”

“…And why is Master here too?!!”

Tonight… the sisters were supposed to happily set off fireworks and play games with their junior brother… With Martial Aunt and Master here, it wasn’t appropriate…

Unless they joined in too?!

Lin Xixue’s eyes widened.

Then, seeing Wang Haoran embrace the two elders—

“Really?!”

The “astonished” Lin Xixue couldn’t help but look at Qian Anning, who showed no surprise, and asked:

“Little Junior Sister, did you… did you know all along?”

“…Uh… yes…”

Qian Anning not only knew, but she had already “joined hands” with the two elders!

“…” Realizing she was the only one left in the dark, Lin Xixue gazed at Wang Haoran with a hint of resentment.

“Junior Brother… how mean…”

“Sister Xixue, Haoran was just worried you’d feel awkward seeing Martial Aunt Zhao, not trying to hide it from you!”

“Hmph, who knows!”

Although Lin Xixue had already suspected it through her sixth sense during previous interactions.

Seeing it in person still left her incredulous.

At this moment.

Seeing everyone finally gathered, Ning Xueluo stood up.

As a member of the ancient martial world, she naturally knew of Shangguan Yunlan’s reputation as the Piao Miao Holy Lord.

Plus, Shangguan Yunlan was Wang Haoran’s martial aunt, an elder, so.

Ning Xueluo decided to follow Wang Haoran’s lead:

“Martial Aunt.”

She warmly took Shangguan Yunlan’s hand and then smiled at Wang Haoran:

“Since Haoran has been so naughty, why don’t we ‘punish’ him together?”

“…Punish?” Shangguan Yunlan was puzzled.

“That’s right!” Yun Ling’er jumped up to explain:

“We’ve already prepared several punishment games!”

Everyone hadn’t decided what to play tonight.

So, taking advantage of the “many women, Haoran can’t refuse” situation, Yun Ling’er and Ning Xueluo decided to play punishment games they rarely got the chance to.

“But there are so many games. Which one should we play…”

Yun Ling’er chuckled, imagining various scenarios of Wang Haoran being “bullied.”

Seeing her “drooling” expression.

The women, well aware of Yun Ling’er’s antics, understood these “punishment games” were no joke.

Though blushing, none of them objected.

With everyone’s “silent consent,” Yun Ling’er grew even bolder.

She pushed Wang Haoran outside.

“You just wait out here obediently!”

“We sisters need to discuss how exactly to punish you!”

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Once everyone finally decided.

Wang Haoran was allowed back into his room.

“Haoran, come on in!”

By now, everyone had changed into different, uniquely styled outfits.

Nightgowns, pleated skirts, camisole dresses, qipaos, nurse uniforms, school uniforms, cosplay outfits… even bath towels…

Some wore very little, while others were fully covered.

And women like Ning Xueluo, An Buyu, and Yun Ling’er wore nothing but his shirts.

However, despite their varied attire, they all shared one common trait, which was—

“……”

Seeing the neatly folded panties and bra combo on the corner table, Wang Haoran understood they were all “serious…”

Amidst the myriad of alluring women, Ning Xueluo, as the representative, smiled. Holding a blindfold, she gently announced the night’s punishment game to Wang Haoran—

“We’ve prepared three games.”

“Haoran, are you… ready to accept your punishment?!”