Looking at the guilt and apology on Xiao Yunyuan’s face, Xu Ping’an couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.
If it weren’t for this man’s improper thoughts, he really wouldn’t want to make a move against him.
“Thank you, Senior Brother Xiao. Don’t worry, it won’t be long. She’ll go back with you in a little while.”
“That’s good… No rush. You go comfort her first.”
Xu Ping’an smiled, nodded, and turned back into the courtyard.
At that moment, the voices of the women talking could be heard from the main room.
“I think at least one of us should be by Mister’s side every day. That way, even if he tries to get close to other women, those women will back off.”
That was Li Yuer’s voice, clearly giving her suggestion.
“But… but won’t that make things hard for Mister? And… and we have to stick by his side all the time, I…”
That timid voice must be Li Zhi’er. This girl was thin-skinned and the type who always gives; she must have thought of the difficulties Xu Ping’an might face in the future.
“Why is your voice so small, girl? Hard for Ping’an? How could it ever be harder for him than for us? He’s only been out for a few months, and counting all of you, and me, and Lady, there are six women already! I have no idea what kind of luck this guy is having this year—he was never such a magnet for women before! If I’d known this earlier… I’d have made my move long ago!”
Made a move? What move?
Liu Yingying, don’t talk nonsense!
Xu Ping’an was sweating at the door.
Thinking about it… this girl was always true to her feelings.
She didn’t say much, but when she did, she’d definitely act on it.
“Ma… make a move? Sister Liu, how can a girl say such things…”
Li Zhi’er’s voice was even smaller, clearly mortified. But Liu Yingying slapped the table.
“I really don’t know how you got Ping’an to accept you. With that timid nature, who knows how many years it’ll take before you finally get into his bed. After all that’s happened, I get it now… If you want something, you can’t hesitate. If you hesitate, you lose. So I’ve decided… I’m taking this chance…”
Wait, what are you taking this chance to do?
Liu Yingying, you’d better behave!
Xu Ping’an’s heart trembled violently.
This girl, once she says it, she’ll do it.
If this keeps going, they’ll probably start planning how to tie him up and throw him onto the bed.
“Ahem!”
He gave a light cough, breaking off the conversation inside, and knocked on the door.
“Zhi’er, open up.”
He knew that trying to direct Li Yuer probably wouldn’t work—she always did what he wanted, but she also cared about saving face.
As for Liu Yingying, that girl was always trying to push him down; he really had to watch out for her.
Right now, the most obedient was Li Zhi’er.
Sure enough, as soon as he spoke, there was the sound of soft footsteps from inside.
The door opened, peach-blossom-pink on her cheeks, and the little girl stood there shyly, head lowered.
“M… Mister.”
“Mm, Zhi’er is such a good girl.”
Xu Ping’an nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the other three women in the room.
Li Yuer was looking at him with interest, obviously guessing that he’d been eavesdropping outside and wanting to see his reaction.
Xiao Jing’er’s gaze was dodging a bit too—probably Liu Yingying’s earlier words had ignited a little thought in her heart as well.
Otherwise, there wouldn’t be a hint of pink rising from her aura.
Lastly was Liu Yingying. This girl was clearly in much better spirits than when she arrived.
Though she’d only been here less than half an hour, her eyes were already bright with life.
She still looked a bit thin, but she was full of energy.
“Ping’an, you came at the right time. We were just discussing that you can’t be without women by your side from now on, so we’ll take turns following you.”
Seeing Liu Yingying’s “if you don’t agree I’ll make a fuss” look, Xu Ping’an could only walk up and affectionately pat her head.
“All right, you’re the boss today. Whatever you say, I’ll listen. That’s fine, isn’t it?”
“That’s more like it.”
Liu Yingying wrinkled her delicate nose, then her expression softened again.
“Ping’an… can you ask your Master for me?”
“Ask her? Ask her what?”
Xu Ping’an was momentarily stunned, then realized Liu Yingying didn’t know that Pei Qingxuan was Lady.
“Ask her to let me stay here… The Elder of Fiery Peak doesn’t want me here. He says he wants to train me or something, but…”
“But I really don’t want to do Cultivation. I… I just want to stay by your side.”
“You silly girl.”
Xu Ping’an gave a wry smile and pulled her into his arms, feeling that amazing softness even through the layers of clothing. He couldn’t help but sigh.
“All right, all right. Training is important, and besides, if you don’t train, how will you attain Longevity and stay with me?”
“But… but Ping’an, you’re just a mortal. If I achieve Longevity, won’t I lose the chance to grow old with you?”
“Silly girl, Mister here might not be able to do Cultivation, but I never said I can’t live a long life. All right, remember to train hard. I’ll talk to her and ask if you can take a break and come over from time to time.”
“Mm~”
Liu Yingying nodded, then seemed to remember something.
She suddenly looked up at Xu Ping’an.
“Ping’an, when did you meet the Sect Master? Why didn’t I know?”
This silly girl still didn’t know the truth.
Xu Ping’an didn’t know how to explain, so he shot a pleading glance at Li Yuer.
Li Yuer caught his look, winked at him, and seeing his helpless expression, she finally grinned, walked over, dragged Liu Yingying out of his arms, and led her to the corner, whispering a few words.
“Huh? She’s actually…”
“Shh~”
As expected, after Liu Yingying found out, she was so shocked her jaw almost dropped.
Who knows what she was thinking, but she turned around and glared fiercely at Xu Ping’an.
“I really don’t know what’s so great about you. You really lucked out this time!”
Though she said that, after learning the truth, she calmed down, walked up, and looked at Xu Ping’an.
“Ping’an, then… I’ll head back first. Don’t forget to talk to her, or those old guys will never let me go. If you don’t speak up… I… I’ll ignore you forever. Hmph!”
“All right, all right, I’ll make sure to tell her. Happy now?”
Maybe the shock from this event had changed her, but Xu Ping’an could clearly feel that this girl was more clingy, more dependent, and even bolder than before.
Before leaving, she almost clung to him the whole time.
When she left, she gathered her courage and gave him a quick peck on the lips before dashing out of the courtyard.
Having just been ambushed, Xu Ping’an subconsciously touched the corner of his mouth, then turned around to see three pairs of eyes staring straight at him.
Great, the girl gets to run away after a kiss, but he has to deal with the aftermath himself!
Looking at the three women’s expectant gazes, Xu Ping’an hesitated a moment and asked:
“How about… each of you give me a kiss?”
“Okay!!”
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