Chapter 1324: Chapter 1324

Early in the morning, Du You lay in bed not wanting to move at all. Next to him, a snow-white delicate body was lying in his embrace.

Gazing at the exhausted face beside him, Du You felt a flood of emotions. There had been a time when Xi Qianxue was a presence he could only look up to, without even the qualifications to speak a word to her.

After arriving at the academy, Xi Qianxue was the academy’s white lotus, to be admired from a distance but not to be defiled.

Unexpectedly, last night everything had opened up to him, the white lotus blossoming and emitting a charm so enthralling that even Du You could not resist. As a result, Xi Qianxue now lay exhausted.

Xi Qianxue’s body was cool and icy, very comfortable to hold, so comfortable that Du You did not want to move. As he reminisced about the details of their relationship, Du You couldn’t quite understand what he had done to attract Xi Qianxue.

If it were just to find a powerful partner for the sake of his own future development, Du You would never believe it. Given Xi Qianxue’s personality, she would absolutely not have taken things this far with someone she didn’t like.

What was the reason? Du You couldn’t figure it out, but he couldn’t help but wonder. Thɪs chapter is updatᴇd by 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡•𝔣𝔦𝔯𝔢•𝕟𝕖𝕥

As Du You awoke, so did the exhausted Xi Qianxue. She gently opened her eyes and, seeing Du You so close, a smile appeared on her face as she tightened her arms around him slightly.

"Awake?" Du You lowered his head to look at the delicate face close at hand.

Xi Qianxue nodded lightly, looking tenderly into Du You’s eyes. Now, Xi Qianxue had let go of everything.

She didn’t know when it started, but Xi Qianxue had grown afraid to look into Du You’s eyes, worried that he would see the love in them. But now that their relationship was fully open, there were no longer such concerns.

The initial shyness and timidity had turned into sweetness today. The contest with Li Mengyao didn’t seem so important anymore. Was such a meaningless struggle really interesting?

"When did you start liking me?" Du You asked the question he couldn’t answer himself.

"A long time ago, I noticed you since graduation. I’ve always been paying attention to you; it’s just that you didn’t realize it," Xi Qianxue, the ice mountain thoroughly melted, became more talkative.

"When I fell in love with you, I don’t know either, just naturally, I guess. When Li Mengyao said she wanted to pursue you, I felt uncomfortable, and later I discovered that I had fallen too deep to extricate myself."

Xi Qianxue didn’t know when exactly, but was it really good to bring up Li Mengyao at this time?

"Don’t be so surprised; now that I’ve beaten her to it, I’ve won this round. And Li Mengyao is very capable; having her join the family would be a great help to us, so why should I reject her?"

Women are supposed to be selfish, aren’t they?

Before Du You could finish his thoughts, Xi Qianxue suddenly gave him a light bite, expressing her dissatisfaction.

"Although I agree to let Li Mengyao join us, don’t just bring women home as you please. If they can’t match up to us, we won’t let them in." Is this forming an alliance or what?

"With you two, I already feel very, very happy. How could there be anyone else?"

Du You had wanted to say he already had plenty, but after thinking it over, he dared not say it out loud for fear of getting hit. Family matters couldn’t be calculated based on strength, as the other party would be the one losing out.

Better change the subject quickly. Du You’s eyes darted around as he hastily said, "By the way, I’m planning to go to a world I’ve locked onto after a while, do you want to come with me?" Since she was now his woman, it was okay to reveal these secrets.

His 10-star level and two Professions were secrets Du You would tell no one, but one world was doable.

Du You was certain that a woman like Xi Qianxue, once she followed him, would belong to him body and soul completely, betrayal was out of the question. After so many years, Du You wasn’t blind to reality.

To his surprise, Xi Qianxue shook her head: "No, you’re too powerful, bringing me along would only hold you back. We all want to stay by your side and help you, not be a burden."

"This ’we’ includes not just Xi Qianxue but also Li Mengyao." Du You’s expression was complex, feeling somewhat guilty.

Both women of heavenly pride had been silently helping him, silently giving. Yet, he was unable to do much for them. If he had brought both of them along from the start, they might not have reached Tier 6 by now, but could have brought them to the peak of Tier 5 together.

Now, to stop and bring them along, it probably wasn’t possible anymore. The difference in levels was too great, and with the characteristics of a Professional, even wanting to bring them along would be impossible. Even standing together might hold each other back.

He would not benefit from it, and Xi Qianxue, due to his high level, would miss out on the proper Crystal Coins rewards.

"Alright, just keep developing in your own way. But I’ll still take you to see my world, you could get some advancement materials there and break through to Tier 5 sooner."

"Can I bring Li Mengyao along, too? Find a chance, and take her too."

Is this how a woman behaves? Is this still an ice queen? It all felt so strange.

Du You shook his head: "Let’s just let things happen naturally. After all, what he thinks isn’t necessarily clear." Du You was conflicted, this kind of thing was too hard for him to initiate. He didn’t even know what happened last night.

Xi Qianxue smiled, after all, Du You was just that kind of person. It was better to create an opportunity for both of them. After last night, Xi Qianxue’s entire outlook had drastically changed.

Suddenly, Xi Qianxue said, "For now, let’s keep our affair a secret. If my family finds out, they would certainly try to benefit from you and that might hinder your growth. Let’s wait until you reach Tier 7, by then, whatever they do won’t affect you."

She really thought of everything for him. Du You, after considering it, agreed. He had no backing, and any incident would greatly impact him, so strengthening himself was of paramount importance.

"Okay, but I need compensation," Du You’s hands began to wander.

"Don’t move, let’s talk about it tonight, I’m very tired; let me sleep a bit first."

At the sound of her words, Du You gently stroked Xi Qianxue’s back. She showed a comfortable expression, then fell deeply asleep.

Looking at the sleeping face, Du You sighed inwardly, wondering what virtues or abilities he possessed to be favored by such a woman. Unconsciously, Du You himself also drifted off to sleep.