"Why does it feel like your figure's gotten even better, Lin'er?" Qianran's gaze swept appreciatively over Xian Lin'er's flawless form. Her blue bikini covered only the essentials, leaving her creamy skin exposed. Black sheer stockings reached mid-thigh, hugging her curves perfectly. Paired with high heels, the sight was irresistible.
"It must be the effect of the Youth Retention Pill," Xian Lin'er admitted shyly. Over the past weeks, she had noticed subtle changes in her body as the residual medicinal power from the pill continued to enhance her vitality and appearance.
"Well then, what are you waiting for, Teacher Zhou Yi? Just standing there to admire the view?" Xian Lin'er teased, glancing over at Zhou Yi.
Xian Lin'er had long known about Zhou Yi and Qianran's relationship. The two women got along well, and Xian Lin'er had been quietly supporting Zhou Yi behind the scenes. Zhou Yi's thriving days in the Outer Court were largely thanks to Xian Lin'er's influence.
Hearing this, Zhou Yi didn't hesitate any longer. She quickly removed her clothes, revealing her black lingerie. Unlike Xian Lin'er, she wore no stockings, exuding a natural blend of dignity and allure.
The sight of these two stunning women was like a masterpiece come to life, leaving Qianran momentarily speechless.
Unable to resist, Qianran pulled them into his arms, one on each side. Their smooth skin felt incredible under his touch.
"You're so lucky," Xian Lin'er huffed, pretending to be annoyed. "If we weren't worried about you ruining our clothes, we wouldn't have let you have it so easy."
Both women had deliberately undressed to prevent Qianran from impulsively tearing their clothes. If they ended up too wrinkled or damaged, it would be hard to explain to others, especially someone like Qian Duoduo.
Here they were: one, the revered Soul Guidance Department dean; the other, a highly respected teacher.
Who would have thought that these two paragons of dignity were now lounging in Qianran's embrace like this?
Even their most fervent admirers couldn't have dreamed of such a scenario, but Qianran was living it.
"Ha! Vice Dean Qian Duoduo and Teacher Fan Yu are just outside. Ladies, how does that make you feel right now?" Qianran teased, holding them close as they sat on his lap.
The Sea God Pavilion, the very heart of Shrek Academy and a symbol of its sanctity, was just steps away from its hallowed meeting chambers.
Yet here they were, doing something utterly contrary to the pavilion's solemnity. The thrill of breaking such an unspoken rule made Qianran's grin widen.
If only Xian Lin'er and Cai Mei'er held higher ranks among the elders, Qianran mused, he might have been tempted to take things even further—perhaps even turning the meeting table into their stage.
The thought made him chuckle darkly.
The Sea God Pavilion was the epitome of prestige, the cornerstone of Shrek Academy's legendary legacy.
And yet, here in this sacred space, something delightfully indecent was unfolding.
"Stop that! Don't say such things!"
Xian Lin'er and Zhou Yi's faces flushed crimson. The mere thought of Qian Duoduo and Fan Yu, mere meters away, heightened their awareness of the situation. Their hearts pounded furiously, caught in a whirlwind of conflicting emotions: embarrassment, tension, exhilaration, and delight.
"You're impossible! Let's focus—tell us what happened while you were away," Xian Lin'er said, trying to regain her composure. "Cai Mei'er mentioned that you were ambushed. What was that about?"
"Alright, alright," Qianran replied with a smirk. "You won't believe who was behind it."
The memory of Moon's demise filled Qianran with satisfaction. With Moon gone, and the Snow Empress and Ice Empress by his side, he could disregard most of Shrek Academy's power structure. Even the strongest in the Sea God Pavilion, Xuan Lao, was no match for them.
"Who was it? It wasn't someone from the Sun Moon Empire? Or was it the Holy Spirit Cult?" Xian Lin'er and Zhou Yi grew serious, their faces reflecting their concern for Qianran's safety.
"The Sun Moon Empire? Don't make me laugh," Qianran scoffed. "The Holy Spirit Cult is a possibility, though they've been quiet lately. Perhaps they're still gauging my strength and the forces around me."
The Holy Spirit Cult was wary of him for good reason. His Six-Winged Angel Spirit, known for its divine and holy properties, was the nemesis of evil spirit masters.
"You'll never guess—Moon, the Pavilion Master of the Sea God Pavilion," Qianran said, letting the name sink in.
The revelation stunned Xian Lin'er and Zhou Yi.
Xian Lin'er, especially, was shaken. As one of Moon's favored disciples, she had always held him in high regard.
"Lin'er, you know Moon's days were numbered," Qianran explained. "He tried to kill me before I could fully grow, clearing the path for Bei Bei. You know how he and I get along."
"I understand." Xian Lin'er's voice wavered.
"Sweet Lin'er, you're not thinking of avenging your teacher, are you? With Moon gone, no one at the academy can hold us back anymore." Qianran's hand slid around Xian Lin'er's slender waist, squeezing gently.
"You're saying… Moon is dead?" Xian Lin'er's eyes widened.
"My people are strong, Lin'er. Killing me was never going to be easy for him. Besides, he was already living on borrowed time. His death was inevitable—whether it came by my hand or not doesn't matter."
"You don't need to worry. I'm not angry," Xian Lin'er said softly. "I just care about you more than anything else. But this won't stay secret for long—soon, everyone in the Sea God Pavilion will know it was you."
"Let them come," Qianran said coldly. "If Xuan Lao or anyone else wants to challenge me, they can join Moon in death."
With Moon's death, Qianran had shed the last vestiges of fear for the academy's power structure. Anyone foolish enough to provoke him would meet the same fate.
As Qianran recounted the events in Star Luo City, including his encounter with Dai Hao, Xian Lin'er and Zhou Yi listened with a mix of fascination and disbelief.
By the time he described how Dai Hao had been forced to castrate himself, both women were flushed with a strange mixture of shock and excitement.
"You're reckless," Zhou Yi murmured, her eyes sparkling.
"But you love it," Qianran teased, leaning in closer.
Seeing the fire rekindled in their gazes, Qianran seized the moment to draw them even closer...
(End of Chapter)