Chapter 164: Carnage Plus Max
The atmosphere gradually grew tense. Only Du Qianjue and Xue LingLong, who were embracing each other, remained relaxed. As the "Second Look of Love" event continued, Du Qianjue seemed unconcerned with anything else, gently holding Xue LingLong as if she were a fragile gem, enjoying her subtle floral scent, his eyes smiling.
Since meeting Xue LingLong, Du Qianjue had only seen her in her usual elaborate ice and snow robes that covered her completely, matching her temperament but lacking a certain softness. This was the first time he saw Xue LingLong in a beautiful dress, close enough to catch the faint scent of the ten-thousand-year snow lotus she held.
Though faint, the scent was refreshing.
Zhang Lexuan watched the embracing couple, feeling a bitter sensation rising in her empty heart. Du Qianjue and Xue LingLong were about the same age as Bei Bei and had stronger abilities than her. Why could they find happiness together while she had lost Bei Bei?
Zhang Lexuan, always gentle and calm, felt a pang of jealousy for the first time. She envied Xue LingLong for having Du Qianjue and wondered why they could stay together through everything. Even with her and four other beautiful students from Shrek Academy's inner court, none could make Du Qianjue glance their way even once.
Bei Bei had left her for a young girl just because he joined a sect. How unfair was fate?
Tears welled up in her eyes. Through her blurred vision, Zhang Lexuan imagined herself in Xue LingLong's place, but in her arms, it wasn't Bei Bei—it was Du Qianjue. Maybe that would have been beautiful, too...
With mixed feelings, Zhang Lexuan, Ma Xiaotao, and others didn't look pleased. Despite being well-known beauties, they felt overlooked by Du Qianjue, as if they were no different from strangers. Couldn't he spare them another glance without causing an explosion?
Wu Ming was okay since she was older and less affected by her spirit. Seeing Zhang Lexuan just silently watching the couple, she wisely stood by her side, choosing stability.
Ma Xiaotao couldn't hold back. "Hey, kid, why only look at her? Look at me!" she flirted, winking at Du Qianjue. "Constantly playing with ice isn't good. Come let me warm you up with a fiery embrace."
Du Qianjue froze, then looked up blankly at Ma Xiaotao, his eyes filled with confusion. 'Are you okay?'
Clearly understanding Du Qianjue's look, Ma Xiaotao was infuriated. When had she ever openly flirted like this? She warned him not to take for granted the attention she gave.
Wu Ming was also curious about what Ma Xiaotao would do next. Ling Chen and Xue Yue'er seemed almost ready to grab popcorn and watch the drama unfold.
Zhang Lexuan was the only one without action, but the three pairs of eyes watching made Ma Xiaotao feel awkward.
Among the five, except for Zhang Lexuan who had reached the Soul Douluo level, even Wu Ming had not broken through to the Soul Saint level. The others were no match for Ma Xiaotao. Three newbies giving you the eye like they're watching a show—how could she stand it?
But Ma Xiaotao couldn't hold back. "No need to look at me like that. A strong man can have more than one wife. With your talent and strength, I'd even be willing to be your second," she blurted out, not just exploding in anger but using ambiguous language to entice him.
Ma Xiaotao knew how to play mind games. Though not smart in other areas, her skills in romance and seduction were top-notch. No wonder Huo Yuhao couldn't resist her advances in the original story.
Her statement implied: 'You like her, but what if I'm willing to be your second?'
First, she would lower his defenses with the idea of her being the secondary, satisfy his vanity, then drive a wedge between him and his current partner, with four accomplices to boot.
Hoping the others would cooperate and not drag her down, Ma Xiaotao made her move.
Du Qianjue looked utterly confused. 'Really?'
Be a secondary? Let Ma Xiaotao dress up as a maid and timidly call him 'master'?
Hmm... Intriguing.
Seeing Du Qianjue seemingly intrigued, Xue Yue'er also pitched in tactfully, "I could be a second too~" She blushed, looking shy.
Being from a royal family, she was used to the idea of multiple spouses. Although she fantasized about a monogamous relationship, realism took precedence. Holding onto Du Qianjue was crucial, secondary or not.
Wu Ming glanced at Zhang Lexuan, thinking, 'Even the grand senior sister chose this boy. It's unrealistic to be the top choice, so why not choose to be a secondary?'
Being Du Qianjue's secondary didn't seem too bad. His talent, background, and resources were evident. Being his secondary might be more valuable than being someone else's primary. Plus, Du Qianjue didn't seem like he'd mistreat his lovers.
So Wu Ming joined in: "If you don't mind, I can also be your secondary."
Zhang Lexuan was stunned. What kind of drama had she missed? Everyone had gone all out with their skills.
Were they still good sisters?
But... Zhang Lexuan looked at Du Qianjue's darkening face and thought amusingly: Maybe it's not such a bad idea?
(End of Chapter)