Chapter 67: Sister Xue

“Mm…”

With a low murmur, Qin Mu gradually opened his drowsy eyes.

Ha…

That was a comfortable sleep.

Come to think of it, Miss Mengyu didn’t even wake me up.

Qin Mu rubbed his eyes and, still half-asleep, looked ahead to see a slender figure sitting with her back to him.

He wrapped his arms around her slim waist and nuzzled against her back.

“Miss Mengyu, I’m hungry.”

Qin Mu only nuzzled a few times before he froze.

No!

This feels about nine—no, ten—kinds of wrong!

First, the scent is off.

Although there’s a floral fragrance, Miss Mengyu’s is more subtle, while this one is much stronger.

And the feel is different too.

Softer, plumper.

Judging by the waist, this person… isn’t Miss Mengyu!

Qin Mu quickly let go.

Then, the figure turned around.

An almond-shaped face, phoenix eyes, and a unique aura—especially those plump hips that drew the eyes.

The beauty’s face flushed red with embarrassment.

Her bright eyes glanced at the boy, and she quickly stood up, putting some distance between them.

Shangguan Xue’s heart was pounding.

She never expected the boy to suddenly hug her.

Earlier, Qin Mengyu had left for a moment on some errand, and Shangguan Xue, bored, had curiously watched the sleeping face of the boy who had so captivated her friend.

Just as she was about to stand up, a pair of arms wrapped around her without warning.

In all her years, Shangguan Xue had never been held by a man like that before.

“T-this… this big sister… I’m so sorry!”

Qin Mu dropped to the ground and apologized tiger-style.

I can’t believe it.

Me, Young Master Qin—smart for a lifetime, foolish for a moment.

Why did I act without thinking!

Though the feeling wasn’t bad…

Heh heh…

No!

Can’t act like a pig!

Qin Mu glanced over quietly and saw that the big sister didn’t seem angry.

He let out a sigh of relief.

If the big sister decided not to let this go, not even jumping into the Yellow River could wash me clean.

Most importantly, Miss Ruoshuang and Miss Mengyu are here too—if they find out, I’m done for!

The flush faded from Shangguan Xue’s cheeks, replaced by a composed air.

“It’s fine.

Little brother, you mistook me for Mengyu.

It’s just a misunderstanding.

Don’t worry about it.”

Qin Mu heard the word “Mengyu” and nearly collapsed.

She even knows Miss Mengyu!

Judging by how close they seem, they’re probably good friends.

It’s over.

If Miss Mengyu finds out, I’m dead!

“It’s truly my fault!

Big sister, please forgive me!”

With a desperate will to live, Qin Mu performed a full prostration.

Shangguan Xue hurried over to help up her friend’s little brother.

“Alright, alright. I’m not angry. If Mengyu saw this, she’d probably think I was bullying her brother.”

Qin Mu knelt, gazing up at the stunning big sister before him, who also radiated a gentle and elegant aura.

Truly awsl~

“Big sister, are you good friends with Miss Mengyu?”

Shangguan Xue smiled softly.

“Of course. Your Miss Mengyu and I are very close.”

“By the way, little brother, you don’t have to keep calling me ‘big sister.’ My name is Shangguan Xue. I’m a bit older than your Miss Mengyu. If you don’t mind, just call me Elder Sister Xue.”

Qin Mu was puzzled.

Why do they all like being called ‘sister’ so much?

It’s not like I’d mind—of course I support it with both hands and feet!

“Alright, Elder Sister Xue~”

With the boy’s unique soft voice, the words sounded especially pleasant to Shangguan Xue.

At that moment, the door creaked open, and another graceful figure entered.

Qin Mengyu walked in and saw her brother sitting obediently on his knees, then smiled at Shangguan Xue.

“What’s this? Did Mu’er make you angry?”

Shangguan Xue shook her head.

“No, just a little misunderstanding.”

“What misunderstanding?”

Qin Mengyu pressed.

Shangguan Xue glanced at Qin Mu, who was frantically blinking at her.

“Nothing.

Just a trivial matter.”

Shangguan Xue gently pushed her curious friend aside.

“But Mengyu, didn’t you say you had something urgent to do earlier? Done already?”

Qin Mengyu sat beside her brother.

“Just something minor about Spiritual Herb usage. I can’t believe they even sent an Emergency Message for it. Honestly, they must be too idle.”

After returning, Qin Mengyu resolved to establish a few more rules.

Matters like these shouldn’t always require her direct judgment.

Seeing that Qin Mengyu had returned, Shangguan Xue stood up, preparing to leave.

“Alright, I won’t bother you siblings any longer. I’ll come again when I have time.”

Qin Mengyu stood to see her off.

Bang!

The door closed.

Qin Mu let out a breath.

Dodged a bullet.

“Miss Mengyu, you’re finally back, I was—”

Before he could finish, the smile on Qin Mengyu’s face vanished.

She grabbed her brother’s ear with a fierce expression.

“Ouch! It hurts! Softer, softer!”

Qin Mu was baffled.

Just a moment ago she was fine—why the sudden change?

“Hurts?”

Qin Mengyu’s tone was laced with grievance.

“What did you do to Xue’er earlier?”

Crap!

How did Miss Mengyu find out!?

Of course, Qin Mu wasn’t about to confess.

Otherwise, he’d be barbecued.

“I didn’t do anything! Miss Mengyu, I’m innocent!”

Seeing her brother deny it, Qin Mengyu grew angrier.

“Heh! Still trying to hide it? If you didn’t do anything, then why do you smell like her?”

Nani!

Qin Mu was stunned.

Scent!

What scent!?

Why can’t I smell anything!?

All I did was hold her for a moment!

Faced with Qin Mu’s stubborn denial, Qin Mengyu released him and sighed deeply.

“In the end, you’ve grown up. Your wings are hard now. Even your sister gets lied to.”

As she spoke, Qin Mengyu sniffled, her beautiful eyes shimmering with tears.

Qin Mu had never been able to stand seeing his sister cry.

He quickly tried to explain.

“Miss Mengyu, it’s really nothing. I just accidentally hugged the wrong person.”

Oh no!

Qin Mu quickly clapped his hand over his mouth.

But it was too late.

The words were already out.

“Hehe, you hugged her. How did it feel? Enjoyable?”

The tears in Qin Mengyu’s eyes vanished in an instant, replaced by an evil glint.

Now, it was Qin Mu’s eyes that filled with tears.

I was wrong.

I should never fall for Miss Mengyu’s tricks again and again.

“Miss Mengyu! I really wasn’t thinking anything weird!”

Alas, Young Master Qin could not escape this calamity.

***

Royal Capital, an underground chamber.

With a tear in space, two figures stepped out.

They wore black cloaks.

One figure pulled back his hood, revealing a handsome young face—it was Jing Kun, who had sneaked into the Royal Capital.

The other figure glanced at Jing Kun.

“Be careful in all things. Don’t forget, we’re in Jingcheng now. The Emperor of Great Yu Dynasty has issued an Edict for your arrest.”

Jing Kun brushed off his clothes.

“Of course I know that. Stop acting like you’re in charge. You’re only here to assist me.”

Jing Kun had risked returning to the Royal Capital for one reason—the Treasure in the Imperial Palace he had long coveted.

However, he couldn’t reveal himself yet.

He needed a tool.

“Shangguan Ling, my dear Ling’er, I’m counting on you.”