Chapter 539: Reckless Moves One After Another

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“Master!”

An Buyu cheerfully ran over.

“……” Dugu Qingyu, standing there with her usual cold demeanor, simply nodded at the enthusiastic girl.

A long time ago, she had seen potential in this young one and casually taught her a few moves.

Unexpectedly, the girl had clung to her ever since.

Not only did she call her “Master,” but she also frequently came to “pay her respects” whenever Dugu Qingyu wasn’t in seclusion.

“Master, why are you here?”

Though Dugu Qingyu was cold on the surface, An Buyu knew she had a “cold exterior but a warm heart.”

Not only had she taught her how to cultivate, but she had also entrusted her to her current master, instructing them to “nurture her well.”

Since her master was often elusive, An Buyu always greeted her with enthusiasm whenever they met.

Pulling along the shy and blushing Xi Qingmeng, she followed beside Dugu Qingyu.

“Master, are you here to find someone?”

“……Yes.”

“What a coincidence! So are we!” An Buyu replied with a smile.

“……”

Dugu Qingyu had no intention of entertaining the chatterbox “An Buyu.”

But seeing the girl’s bright smile, as if she were lovestruck, Dugu Qingyu couldn’t help but wonder—

“Could she be looking for some man…”

“But the only man here is…”

Having stayed here for some time, Dugu Qingyu knew that the only man in Lin Chaoyin’s residence was Wang Haoran.

Unable to suppress her curiosity, she asked, “Who are you looking for?”

“Who?” Surprised that her aloof master was initiating conversation, An Buyu eagerly answered:

“We’re here to find Junior Brother Haoran!”

“……”

Hmph, just as I thought!

“……Buyu, what is your relationship with this Junior Brother Haoran?”

“He’s our lover!” An Buyu declared without a hint of embarrassment.

But beside her, Xi Qingmeng, hearing her senior sister include her in the statement, blushed even more deeply—though she said nothing to refute it.

Seeing the reactions of her Holy Land’s two juniors.

Dugu Qingyu’s disdain for Wang Haoran deepened—

As expected, he’s just a scoundrel who uses his good looks, charm, strength, and silver tongue to do whatever he pleases!

Curious to hear how Wang Haoran “deceived these innocent girls,” Dugu Qingyu decided to engage further—

“Buyu, tell me about your relationship with him.”

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Meanwhile.

Elsewhere, Yun Xiaoxiao, also on her way to find Wang Haoran.

Outside Shangguan Yunlan’s residence—

She encountered her Holy Land’s ancestor, “Southern Nameless.”

Intimidated by her ancestor’s aura, Yun Xiaoxiao greeted her respectfully and prepared to leave.

However.

The usually aloof ancestor did something unprecedented—she called her back.

The reason was similar to Dugu Qingyu’s.

She was curious about the “joyful and expectant” Yun Xiaoxiao, who seemed to be looking for someone. Could it be related to her… Wang Haoran?

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Moments Later.

When they arrived at Shangguan Yunlan’s residence.

They saw Wang Haoran “obediently” listening to Lin Chaoyin.

Both Dugu Qingyu and Xiang Shaoling smirked inwardly—

“As expected! Wang Haoran, to maintain your fake image, you act all well-behaved when others are around!”

You sly fox, you’re so good at charming women, aren’t you?

Pretending to be gentle and affectionate, tricking these girls into falling for you!

Let’s see how we deal with you, you scoundrel!

“Even though he’ll definitely punish us later.”

“But if we don’t do something, he’ll find other ways to torment us anyway!”

“Might as well get some revenge while we can!”

—In truth, they just wanted to vent their frustrations.

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After sitting down and exchanging pleasantries.

Dugu Qingyu turned to An Buyu with a smile:

“Buyu, why don’t you bring your lover over?”

“Let your master see the man you adore so much!”

An Buyu nodded enthusiastically, “Mm-hmm!”

This was like introducing her husband to her family!

So she eagerly pulled Wang Haoran over to her master—

“Master, this is Wang Haoran!”

“Haoran, this is my master!”

“She’s the renowned Dugu Sword Saint!” An Buyu whispered into Wang Haoran’s ear as a reminder.

“……”

Wang Haoran could only “respectfully” greet her: “Senior Dugu!”

—However, this simple greeting only made Dugu Qingyu feel even more triumphant.

She began to feel a sense of superiority.

“Not bad, you’re quite handsome.”

“But if you want to be worthy of Buyu, you’ll need to work even harder!”

With that, Dugu Qingyu stood up.

And slapped Wang Haoran on the head, vigorously ruffling his hair—

“Let me see how talented you are!”

Hmph, you like patting my head, don’t you?

Well, I’ll give you a taste of your own medicine!

Wang Haoran, you must be furious right now, aren’t you?

But to maintain your image, you have no choice but to endure it!

“Haha, not bad, not bad!”

Dugu Qingyu looked at Wang Haoran with satisfaction:

“Young man, you have potential!”

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Meanwhile.

Seeing Dugu Qingyu’s arrogance, Xiang Shaoling couldn’t hold back—

I want to deal with this scoundrel too!

She grabbed Yun Xiaoxiao’s hand and brought her over to Wang Haoran.

“Xiaoxiao, aren’t you going to introduce him to me?”

“……” Yun Xiaoxiao didn’t understand why her ancestor was suddenly so interested in her affairs.

But since her ancestor had spoken, she had no choice but to comply—

“Ancestor, h-he’s Wang Haoran, my…”

She shyly glanced at the beleaguered Wang Haoran:

“…my lover…”

“Is that so!” Xiang Shaoling wasn’t actually interested in her junior’s love life.

She just wanted to mess with Wang Haoran.

So, after setting the stage, she followed Dugu Qingyu’s lead and extended her hand—

“Let me see the talent of the man who charmed our Holy Maiden!”

With that, she slapped Wang Haoran on the shoulder.

“Not bad, not bad, strong bones!”

She said casually, then—

Twisted her fingers sharply!

You scoundrel! This is for tormenting me and making me… learn to “meow”!

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At this moment.

Under everyone’s watchful eyes, Dugu Qingyu and Xiang Shaoling “enthusiastically” examined Wang Haoran.

Out of respect for their ancestors, An Buyu, Xi Qingmeng, and Yun Xiaoxiao found the situation odd but didn’t overthink it.

However, Zhao Nishang, Shangguan Yunlan, and the others were left wide-eyed in shock:

“Th-this…”

Why does this scene feel so familiar?!

Meanwhile, Lin Chaoyin, who knew the truth, was already holding her forehead in exasperation—

“Shaoling… Qingyu…”

“You two…”

“Good luck!”