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His imposing presence still commands respect throughout the entire Shuyu Sect; how could he allow himself to be casually speculated or discussed?
Moreover, above the sect leader is the grandmaster, the true ruler of the Shuyu Sect, an old lady with a strict temperament and an absolute rule.
She had always been indifferent to romantic relationships and paid little attention to her appearance, maintaining a somewhat...unremarkable face. Wanting her to...
It's utterly absurd for a leader to allow his disciples to have illicit relationships with men.
Thinking of this, the slight wavering in Ling Suxin's heart was quickly replaced by the pressure of reality.
"Master is right, I misspoke." Lin Qingyue immediately stopped smiling, lowered her head to admit her mistake, and adopted a respectful posture.
However, she still has a trump card up her sleeve, but the time is not right yet, and it is not advisable to use it lightly. At present, she should first stabilize the "internal front".
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Lin Qingyue, being perceptive, had already sensed her master Ling Suxin's growing affection for Su Mu. After Su Mu's visit that time, her master had unusually...
He tentatively asked her if she had any plans to leave the clan to pursue her own heart.
This spirit of selflessness is truly rare within the strict rules of the Shuyu Sect. It stems from the sect leader's teachings to Ling Suxin, and also from Ling Suxin's own inner strength.
Hidden thoughts deep in my heart...
She herself probably didn't know that Elder Ling of the prestigious Shuyu Sect had also unintentionally had this idea.
Although Lin Qingyue was deeply in love with Su Mu, she had no intention of possessing him. She had noticed Su Mu's brilliance since childhood, and she knew he was destined to attract others as well.
She was an outstanding woman. Therefore, she was willing to bring her master and Su Mu together, as her master's help would make it easier for her to be with Su Mu.
Although Lin Qingyue already had a plan, how to resolve this chaotic situation arising from the struggle for Su Mu still fell to the male protagonist.
In the end, it all comes down to Su Mu's decision.
The three women looked at Su Mu simultaneously, their gazes containing slightly different thoughts, but all filled with reliance and trust in him.
Su Mu listened quietly to the three women arguing on his behalf, but didn't rush to interrupt. He knew that if he spoke, they would all side with him.
Lord, I want to understand their intentions through the words first, so as to better resolve the conflict.
Although Xiaoxiao had a stern face and looked unwilling to give up, the jealousy that had been fueled by her possessiveness had long since been extinguished.
Her usual gentleness had been quietly smoothed away; what remained was merely the girlish nature of her being unwilling to easily admit defeat in order to save face.
Lin Qingyue clearly supported her "greedy" nature and even intended to bring Ling Suxin and herself together.
As for Ling Suxin, she grew up under the strict discipline of the Shuyu Sect, but Su Mu discerned that her heart had already softened towards him, the key being...
The question is how to find an opportunity to shake those strict rules.
Looking back on Qingyue's unintentional remark just now, it actually seems quite interesting.
"Moreover, perhaps one day in the future, our sect leader will also be impressed by Boss Su's unique demeanor, character, and talent."
"Are you convinced and willing to make an exception for him?"
He knew the sect leader of the Shuyu Sect; his ugliness and rigidity were genuine, not feigned. But Ling Suxin's master...
The current head of the Shuyu Sect seems to have some room for maneuver.
Gentle yet dignified? Su Mu vaguely felt that this sect leader's way of dealing with people seemed to have some inexplicable similarities with her own.
It's not impossible to find resonance and pry open a crack for yourself in those seemingly unbreakable rules.
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Chapter 123 Four People Traveling Together
Su Mu's gaze swept calmly over the three women at the table, each with a different expression. A slight smile played on his lips.
He first turned his head slightly to look at Su Zhixiao, who was still clinging to him with a somewhat arrogant expression.
His palm gently stroked her slender back, and a soothing whisper entered her ear: "My lady, please don't keep your thoughts to yourself."
"You're jealous. Don't worry, I know my limits and would never wrong you."
That "wife" carried a unique intimacy and promise, causing Su Zhixiao's delicate body to tremble slightly, and her previously tense face involuntarily softened.
The slight grievance in my heart was instantly soothed and smoothed out by this special address.
Although she still pouted her rosy lips, she obediently snuggled deeper into his warm embrace, remaining silent and content with Su Mu.
A warm embrace.
"After calming the little jealous girl in my arms," Su Mu turned to Ling Suxin, whose expression was slightly serious, and said in a relaxed and natural tone, "Chief Ling..."
There's no need to worry too much about the rules and regulations. Rules are rigid, but people's hearts are flexible.
What Miss Qingyue said just now actually makes a lot of sense. When the time is right, I, Su, will certainly prepare generous gifts and personally visit you.
"I'd like to pay my respects to your sect leader and have a proper talk with her."
"Perhaps, just as Miss Qingyue hopes, things will turn out differently?" His words carried a hint of shrewdness.
The banter lightened the atmosphere without appearing frivolous.
Upon hearing this, Ling Suxin couldn't help but picture Su Mu sitting opposite her master, sipping tea and conversing. Su Mu spoke eloquently and fluently...
For the sake of her and Qingyue's future, she argued with reason... Her tense heartstrings inexplicably relaxed, and she couldn't help but chuckle softly.
However, when the local woman looked up and met Su Mu's smiling eyes, she found no trace of mockery, but rather a clear and earnest gaze.
With steadfastness.
She was startled, realizing that Su Mu wasn't joking, but genuinely intended to challenge Shuyu for their sake.
Zongna's unbreakable sect rules.
"Mmm," an indescribable warm current surged into her heart instantly, mixed with shyness, surprise, and dependence, causing her fair cheeks to blush once again.
A faint blush appeared on her face. She could only lower her head slightly and give a muffled response to conceal the turmoil in her heart.
Finally, Su Mu turned his gaze to Lin Qingyue, who appeared calm but whose fingertips were actually slightly clenched. The two exchanged a tacit look, without uttering a word.
Yet they already understood each other's hearts.
Watching Su Mu defuse the tense situation with just a few words, Lin Qingyue's admiration and respect deepened even further.
What she had just said was entirely sincere, but she hadn't expected Su Mu to take it seriously. Now, seeing that Su Mu not only accepted her words but also...
With a serious consideration and a willingness to try, her bright, beautiful eyes instantly lit up, filled with unbelievable surprise and emotion.
At this point, the tense atmosphere that had been hanging over the table had quietly dissipated thanks to Su Mu's gentle and persuasive words.
"Then... Mr. Su, what are your plans next?" Ling Suxin asked softly. In terms of seniority, age, and cultivation level, she was the eldest of the four.
But at this moment, her tone unconsciously revealed a sense of reliance on Su Mu as her pillar of support.
Su Mu replied with a smile, "Of course, I will fulfill my promise and show Elder Ling and Miss Qingyue around the sights of Qingzhou City."
"You should be free today, right?"
"Yes, another elder from the sect has also come today. With her here, we certainly have the opportunity to appreciate the culture of Qingzhou City together with Mr. Su."
"Charm." Ling Suxin nodded in agreement.
"Okay! Boss Su, let's get going!" Seeing Ling Suxin agree, Lin Qingyue hopped to Su Mu's side like a cheerful nightingale, eager to...
He urged impatiently.
“Alright, let’s set off now.” Su Mu replied with a smile, got up and left Zuixianlou with the three women.
Our first stop was the East City Women's Market, which Xiaoxiao and I had visited yesterday. The sun was rising, and the streets were noticeably more bustling than they had been the previous morning.
There were many, but the people coming and going were still mostly female nuns and women.
Su Mu's tall and handsome figure naturally attracted the attention of many women, but they were noticing that the three female companions beside him were all...
They possessed extraordinary bearing and unique charm. Feeling inferior in appearance, I gave up my intentions and dared not approach them again.
The group entered the familiar cosmetics shop once again. Upon seeing Su Mu arrive in person, the proprietress immediately greeted him warmly and opened the shop...
The interior displays a wide variety of rouge, face powder, perfumes, and pearl powders.
Lin Qingyue had previously accompanied Su Mu to other places in Qingzhou to visit cosmetics and beauty salons, and she still appeared calm at this moment. However, for Ling, who rarely left the sect, this was quite different.
To Su Xin, these diverse and exquisite objects were truly overwhelming.
With their natural beauty, they were already stunning without any makeup. But at this moment, not only Lin Qingyue, who had already fallen for Su Mu, but even Ling...
Su Xin's state of mind had also subtly changed; deep down, they all harbored the same thought—to present themselves to Su Mu in a more refined and captivating light.
The human aspect.
The cheerful and lively Lin Qingyue picked up a box of bright red rouge and turned to Su Mu to ask, "Boss Su, what do you think of this color?"
Could she match Qingyue's beauty? Her gaze was intense, filled with anticipation.
Su Mu examined it for a moment, smiled gently, and said frankly, "The color is vibrant and beautiful. However, given Qingyue's temperament, perhaps a more delicate and gentle one would suit her better."
"A harmonious color scheme would better accentuate your delicate and radiant beauty," he suggested, pointing to another shade of rouge.
"Boss Su is right! We'll listen to you!" Lin Qingyue's smile widened upon hearing this, and she adopted the suggestion without hesitation. She turned around and let the old man...
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The shopkeeper then selected several similar light-colored options for careful consideration.
Su Zhixiao stood to the side with her arms crossed, her little mouth slightly pouting, like a kitten guarding its territory, but ultimately she didn't show any reaction to Su Mu and...
It was triggered by Lin Qingyue's natural interaction.
Hmph~ My brother just gave me a couple of casual compliments, and you're this happy? You know, my brother spent all of yesterday with me, walking this whole street from beginning to end.
I explored the entire place!
She recalled Su Mu's gentle "wife" from earlier, and a sweet feeling welled up in her heart. She secretly decided: Xiaoxiao is a sensible and good wife to her brother; today...
Be more magnanimous and don't hold it against them!
Ling Suxin stood quietly to the side, seemingly browsing other perfumes on the shelf, but in reality, she was secretly observing Su Mu and Lin Qingyue's interaction.
A discussion on rouge and powder.
Listening to Su Mu's gentle yet professional advice, and seeing Lin Qingyue's readily accepting expression, a slight ripple stirred within her. Was she... perhaps...
Perhaps we should find an opportunity, seemingly casually, to ask for his opinion?
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Chapter 124 Jade Hands Test Color
Just as Ling Suxin was torn between her inner thoughts and her own indecision, Su Mu quietly approached her side.
Sensing his approach, Ling Suxin subtly shrank back, instinctively lowering her head further as she checked the shelves.
The movements involving the dazzling array of rouge and powder were an attempt to conceal the flush already spreading across her cheeks beneath the veil, and the almost overflowing allure in her eyes.