"Really?"
Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran were both overjoyed.
How many secrets was Xu Ran keeping from them? They knew Xu Ran was strong, but the fact that Xu Ran was so powerful had exceeded their imaginations; moreover, it seemed that Xu Ran had the support of some other forces behind him?
"Hehe, I'll introduce you to some beautiful sisters later." Xu Ran pinched the soft waists of the two women, drawing stares of feigned anger from them both, yet they were curious about these sisters he mentioned.
From the tone of Xu Ran's voice, it appeared that these sisters were capable of standing against those powerful entities.
Didn't that mean they were very strong?
Did that not mean that they were far inferior in comparison?
The two women's excitement deflated a little, feeling somewhat uncomfortable.
It didn't really matter to them if others were more powerful, but to be outshone by a rival in love? That would hurt anyone's heart.
Especially for Yun Yun, who had been a renowned Sect Leader in her own right before meeting Xu Ran, and had been continuously struck down by him since, almost driving her to self-isolation. Now, to learn of several strong, unknown sisters, it was odd for her to be happy. These past days, she had been troubled, diligently cultivating, hoping to rapidly increase her "Cultivation Level." However, in the short term, their progress was already rapid enough; expecting to be faster was difficult. They shouldn't think about catching up so soon.
Nalan Yanran felt the same. The more outstanding Xu Ran was, the more proud she became, but also the more she feared losing him.
Today, Xu Ran had caused quite a stir, and the entire Jia Ma Empire would regard him as an idol. Who knew how many people would fall in love with Xu Ran then... Thinking about this deeply troubled her.
She really had reasons to worry.
The gap in strength between them and Xu Ran was too great.
"My two lovely wives aren't bad either, especially in certain aspects, if you could..." Xu Ran's eyes roamed over Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran. When he had left previously, although Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran both became openly aware of each other's feelings for Xu Ran, and some matters had been frankly discussed, they still had societal expectations to contend with. Thus, when both appeared before Xu Ran, they were much restrained. Moreover, typically only one of them would accompany Xu Ran at a time to avoid awkwardness.
But now, being held by Xu Ran at the same time, their faces flushed with shyness, was a situation that would hardly ever occur.
Speaking of which, he had to thank Xiao Yan for giving him this opportunity; otherwise, fulfilling a certain wish might have taken a lot longer.
In terms of feelings alone, the emotional bond between Xu Ran, Yun Yun, and Nalan Yanran was deep. However, the mentor-apprentice relationship between Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran made it difficult for them to let go. Even ordinary girls would find it very embarrassing to be held by Xu Ran together, let alone with their relationship as mentor and apprentice.
Normally, for this kind of relationship to break the ice, a special opportunity is needed.
And this was just the opportunity.
Hehe, now wasn't he holding both of them at the same time? Moreover, it was in front of so many people from the Yun Lan Sect. Once everyone had seen it, Yun Yun, no matter how shy, would realize it was too late to do anything. Wouldn't that mean she would just resign to the situation?
Indeed, traditional social mores did have some influence. But so what? Given Xu Ran's power, this would only become a wonderful anecdote to be passed down. Those various constraints could only bind those they were capable of binding.
"You bad egg. Despite looking like a gentleman, you're still so wicked," Nalan Yanran was profoundly affected by Xu Ran, and she quickly caught onto his crooked thoughts, immediately understanding what Xu Ran was up to. She then shyly glared at Xu Ran.
Because they had been too scared just now, being held by Xu Ran didn't seem like a big deal. But now she realized she was being held so intimately in Xu Ran's arms along with her Master. Xu Ran's hold was tight, with her body pressed against his, especially her perky chest, which she only now felt embarrassed about. And at this moment, she also felt Xu Ran's big hand acting up under her clothes; fortunately, because they were held up high, although the people below could see them, they could not discern Xu Ran's movements. Otherwise, there would certainly be a sigh of amazement.
"You bastard!!!" Yun Yun had been in closed-door cultivation, and as a Sect Master, no one had ever dared to flirt with her. Thus, unlike Nalan Yanran who grasped Xu Ran's intentions instantly, Yun Yun took a bit longer. However, having spent so much time with Xu Ran, she also understood Xu Ran's intent from Nalan Yanran's shy glance and Xu Ran's predatory gaze.
"Let go at once." Yun Yun was both embarrassed and annoyed, quickly restraining Xu Ran's hand that had snuck under her skirt, feeling extremely mortified.
Especially since so many disciples of the Yun Lan Sect were staring straight at them. Even though they couldn't see the small movements from that distance, Yun Yun's heart was utterly chaotic, and she couldn't take it anymore.
When Xu Ran had previously left the Yun Lan Sect, he maintained a gentlemanly demeanor toward Yun Yun, aware that Yun Yun was thin-skinned and left some matters to be handled by Nalan Yanran. But now, he couldn't help teasing this aloof and easily embarrassed Sect Master beauty.
"I won't let go. Everyone has seen it, what are you afraid of?" Xu Ran chuckled mischievously.
Typically, Yun Yun presented a proud and aloof demeanor in the sect, always serious in front of disciples. But now, showing this shy and timid side lent a contrasting charm to her.
"Is that the same thing?"
Yun Yun bit her lower lip lightly and gave Xu Ran a reproachful look. Seeing that he was unwilling to let go, she could only resign herself to being held by Xu Ran.
Previously, the people of the Yun Lan Sect already knew the relationship between Yun Yun and Xu Ran. In fact, the whole Jia Ma Empire was aware of the relationship among Yun Yun, Nalan Yanran, and Xu Ran, envying Xu Ran's good fortune.
However, though they knew, they rarely showed affection with Xu Ran all together. Being held by Xu Ran alongside Nalan Yanran, she still felt somewhat uneasy and dared not look at Nalan Yanran's face.
Nalan Yanran felt the same way, didn't she? Yun Yun was her respected and admired Master, and if it really came to it... She had once heard Xu Ran suggest such thoughts, which seemed unrealistic to her, but now she felt that such a situation was drawing near.
"Anyway, it can only go this far; you had better give up on that Evil idea," Yun Yun pinched Xu Ran's waist forcefully, as if seeking revenge.
After all, only a bad person like Xu Ran would come up with such a terrifying idea. She would not indulge Xu Ran in his nonsense.
"That's not up to you. Your appeal is invalid, and I refuse to accept your opinion," Xu Ran retorted.