Xue Ke's face was flushed with shyness, her heart pounding nervously. Yet, being held by Su Bai gave her an inexplicable sense of security. Perhaps it was because his arms were strong, or perhaps it was because his power made her feel safe.
The only discomfort was his wandering hands, which roamed over her delicate body with an eagerness that she wasn't entirely prepared for. Despite having accepted her fate, Su Bai's forwardness was still something she needed to adjust to.
Su Bai gently lifted Xue Ke's chin, his voice soft, "Xue Ke, you're truly beautiful."
Her face turned even redder at his words, and she closed her eyes, accepting what was about to happen. Being born into royalty, she knew she had little choice in these matters. Between various potential suitors, Su Bai was actually a favorable outcome—handsome and powerful.
Seeing her acceptance, Su Bai smiled. He hadn't expected her to come around so quickly. Just as he was about to proceed, they were interrupted by unexpected visitors.
Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu entered the courtyard. Knowing their relationship with Su Bai, the guards had wisely directed them to his location. As they arrived, they caught sight of the intimate scene unfolding.
Shui Bing'er bit her lip, while Huo Wu clenched her teeth in frustration. They understood that a man of Su Bai's stature would attract many women, but it was still infuriating to see him with another so soon.
Xue Ke, startled by their arrival, quickly pushed Su Bai away and fled, her face a deep shade of red.
"Tsk," Su Bai clicked his tongue in mild disappointment. The opportunity had slipped away just as he was about to enjoy it.
Shui Bing'er approached, feigning ignorance, "Brother Bai, did we interrupt something?"
Huo Wu, filled with resentment, added, "We waited for you, but you're here secretly meeting someone else!"
Su Bai raised an eyebrow in surprise. Huo Wu's tone was bold, almost challenging. Had she forgotten how she had begged for mercy before? Perhaps it was time to remind her who was in charge.
Putting on a stern face, Su Bai said, "You did ruin my plans. I think some punishment is in order."
"Brother Bai, no!" Shui Bing'er protested, pretending to be scared but with a mischievous glint in her eye.
"You dare?" Huo Wu challenged, pushing her chest out provocatively.
Su Bai's irritation turned into a fiery resolve. How could a man back down when provoked by two such beautiful women? He swiftly scooped them up, their protests turning into surprised gasps as he whisked them away to a hotel room.
Not long after, the room was filled with the sounds of passion.
In Wuhun City, the atmosphere was bustling with excitement as the finals of the National Elite Soul Master Tournament approached. Thirty-three teams from across the continent had gathered, and the city was more vibrant than ever.
In the resting area of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, as a seeded team of the Heaven Dou Empire, they had bypassed the preliminary rounds and were set for the finals. A young man dressed in blue, carrying a bouquet of flowers, approached a beautiful woman with black hair and green eyes, seated on a sofa.
The young man knelt on one knee, offering the flowers with a heartfelt expression, "Yan, please accept my pursuit. If you agree, I promise to treat you well forever."
The man was Yu Tianheng, the captain of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy team, and a scion of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. The beautiful woman was none other than Dugu Yan.
Yu Tianheng had been pursuing Dugu Yan for a long time. His hopes were high until Su Bai appeared, dashing them completely.
Dugu Yan barely glanced at him, finding his persistence annoying.
"Yan, please," Yu Tianheng implored again, his voice tinged with desperation.
"Take your flowers and get lost!" Dugu Yan snapped, losing her patience.
"Yan…" Yu Tianheng continued, undeterred, which only fueled her irritation. She didn't even look at him, feeling as if a bothersome fly was buzzing around.
Finally losing his temper, Yu Tianheng's face twisted in anger. As the grandson of a prominent clan leader, he wasn't accustomed to rejection. His pride was deeply wounded.
With a sneer, he said, "Dugu Yan, it's your honor that I, Yu Tianheng, am interested in you. Don't you realize that my clan is one of the most prestigious on the continent? You should be grateful!"
Dugu Yan laughed coldly. Su Bai, her man, was a Titled Douluo at barely thirty. Yu Tianheng, though from a prestigious clan, was only a Soul Elder at his age. How could he compare?
"Dugu Yan!" Yu Tianheng's voice rose, drawing the attention of the other team members, who fell silent. They knew better than to get involved, even if they disapproved of Yu Tianheng's actions.
One girl, Ye Lingling, stood up and confronted him, "Yu Tianheng, Yan has made it clear she doesn't like you. Why do you persist?"
"What business is it of yours?" Yu Tianheng snapped, his anger flaring. "This is between me and Yan. Stay out of it, you're just an auxiliary soul master!"
Slap!
Yu Tianheng's words were cut off by a sharp slap from Dugu Yan.
"If you have the guts, fight me one-on-one. Bullying an auxiliary soul master? How low can you go?" she challenged coldly.
Knowing Dugu Yan's power, enhanced by her recent fortuitous encounters, Yu Tianheng hesitated. Her soul power now surpassed his, and her evolved spirit was formidable.
Trying to save face, he blustered, "I don't hit women. If you have the courage, let your man fight me!"
"Fine," Dugu Yan replied icily, "I hope you won't regret it."
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