Lu Chengwen had no intention of heading to the provincial capital to conquer new territories.
He hadn't even figured out Xue City completely—what would he do in the provincial capital?
Here in Xue City, he was already the richest man. Going to the provincial capital would mean dealing with those bigshots, constantly fighting against them. It was too exhausting.
Besides, this world belonged to Long Aotian. He didn't want to clash with Long Aotian everywhere he went.
If Long Aotian decided to abandon Xue City right now and take his forces to the provincial capital to carve out his kingdom, Lu Chengwen would immediately beat the drums to send him off, even giving him a big red envelope, wishing him a smooth journey.
As for himself, he would stay in Xue City, hold a few beauties in his arms, and live a carefree life.
Saving the world?
Whoever wants to save it can go ahead.
I'm just an ordinary person, just a common man. The fact that I've made it this far is already a stroke of luck.
I've still got both my legs, my head's still on my shoulders, and I've even managed to sleep with two top-tier beauties.
I don't want anything more.
There's only one thing—whenever I think about my mom back on Earth, I feel a pang of sadness.
...
Luo Shiyin wasn't too happy, either.
Why should Qi Meishao go? Is she better than me? Is she prettier than me?
Hmph! That little vixen must be going to seduce my Chengwen Langjun!
Luo Shiyin was shocked by her own thoughts.
Am I... jealous of Meishao?
Hua Xuening had left—left cleanly. Although it was a journey full of twists and turns, in the end, her departure was resolute, confident, and completely free of entanglements.
Other than that half-witted Hua Xuening, no one else would be able to leave so cleanly.
But Qi Meishao—she had Chengwen-ge's blood flowing in her veins. She would inevitably fall in love with him.
And Chengwen-ge... is such a philanderer. A beauty that throws herself at him? There's no way he would say no!
Sigh...
Wait a minute. Even under the young master's command, the four of us... weren't we all sharing one husband anyway?
Why is it that, when it comes to Chengwen-ge, I get so jealous?
Why do I feel so anxious?
Luo Shiyin finally figured it out.
She was scared—terrified of falling out of favor.
Her situation was unlike that of any other girl.
Leng Qingqiu and her group were Chengwen's direct, core team of beauties from the start.
They were beautiful, capable, wealthy, and had proximity on their side.
They had known Chengwen since childhood. No matter what their relationship was back then, at least they had years of shared experience and mutual understanding.
As for Qi Meishao and Hua Xuening, while they were also under the young master's command and later followed Chengwen, Hua Xuening was half-witted, and Chengwen was broad-minded. No matter what she said or did wrong, Langjun didn't hold it against her.
Qi Meishao, on the other hand, was tied to Langjun by blood. It was only a matter of time before mutual affection blossomed between them.
The key was that her reputation was untarnished. Unlike me... I practiced such an embarrassing technique.
This technique might make me a goddess in the eyes of ordinary philanderers.
But when facing my true love...
No matter how much Lu Chengwen pampers and likes me, his perception of me will always differ from how he sees other women.
Would he get jealous? Would he think I was born a harlot? Would he think I only sought him out repeatedly because I'm obsessed with lust?
Luo Shiyin was conflicted, self-conscious, anxious, and uneasy.
She was surprised to find herself desperately searching for a way to free herself!
What's more, she was shocked by her own ruthlessness.
After enduring hardships alongside the young master for so many years, she now had such a strong desire to leave!
Previously, there had been struggles and unease, guilt and sorrow.
Now?
If Long Aotian were to drive her away, she'd abandon all her belongings and leave immediately!
She'd run straight to Lu Chengwen without a second thought!
But she had another concern.
If she left Long Aotian, would Langjun accept her?
Am I just some cheap woman, easy to get? Would he treasure me?
What if he doesn't want me after getting me?
What if, after having me, he no longer loves or cherishes me?
Luo Shiyin sighed. Sometimes she felt depressed, sometimes sad, sometimes anxious, and sometimes jealous...
Long Aotian practiced his cultivation for an hour and exhaled a breath of impure air. "Shiyin."
Luo Shiyin was still daydreaming: Chengwen Langjun is really fierce. Last time, he was so rough. Hehe, I just love his wild side.
Was my expression not very well controlled at the time? The way he looked at me—it was as if he wanted to strip me down and devour me alive!
But... that's just how the technique my master taught me works!
What could I do? Besides... since we've already done it, might as well... let go... it wouldn't be an issue, right?
Long Aotian's voice weakened slightly. "Shiyin!"
Luo Shiyin sighed again: Damn Qi Meishao! If it weren't for her stopping me last time, I might have...
Definitely gone for three hundred rounds! Enjoying the best things in life with Langjun!
Sigh! Langjun, oh Langjun! Do you know how much Shiyin misses you?
How much I miss your wild side! And your Little Lu!
Hehe!
Long Aotian was getting irritated. "Shiyin—!"
Luo Shiyin thought: Sigh, that guy's calling me again. Lately, I don't know what's gotten into him—he's always calling for me.
He calls me for everything! Annoying!
I was just reminiscing! Can't even get a moment for that!
If I were dumb, or if I were the inheritor of Nuwa's bloodline, Langjun would've saved me, and I'd be able to follow him openly.
Then, humph! Whenever I wanted to... well, I could just go for it!
Langjun would see my seductive look and, hehe, his lecherous gaze would be as if he were possessed.
Ah, such fond memories!
No, next time, no matter what, I have to go!
Damn Meishao! Ruining my plans!
Long Aotian had already walked out: "Shiyin! What are you doing? I've been calling you for ages!"
"Ah? Really?"
Luo Shiyin hurriedly stood up: "Young Master, is there some trivial matter you want to trouble me with?"
"What did you say?"
"Oh no, I mean, what can I do for you, Young Master?"
"I..." Long Aotian opened his mouth, hesitated, then said, "Damn it, I forgot. What's been going on with you lately? Why are you always like this?"
"I'm sorry, Young Master. How about you just kick me out?"
Long Aotian's heart softened: "It's fine, don't overthink it. I won't kick you out. Where is Meishao? Why isn't she back yet?"
Luo Shiyin pouted: "Maybe she went to buy underwear."
"How do you know?"
"Ah? I... just guessed."
Long Aotian asked, "Uh... did Meishao tell you about this?"
Luo Shiyin froze: "She... I..."
Long Aotian quickly explained, "I'm not the type to force her into doing such things. It's just... this contract is too important to me. Do you think I want to give that bastard Lu Chengwen an advantage? But I have no choice; I can only let Meishao endure a bit of grievance."
Luo Shiyin nodded to herself: Stripping again, of course. Hmph, maybe Meishao actually enjoys it deep down.
Long Aotian continued, "Besides, it's just a little... external matter. Don't take it so seriously. If you have time, help me comfort her. I'm afraid she'll overthink things."
Luo Shiyin nodded again: She's barely tasted any sweetness yet. Wait until young master Lu tosses her around until she's a wreck and wishing she could die in his arms—then she'll start overthinking things.
"Are you listening to me or not?"
"Ah, yes, I heard you."
Long Aotian shook his head: "I'm heading to the Huo family. You... forget it, just stay home and rest."
After a few steps, he turned back and added, "Take care of yourself, and stop being so dazed all the time."
"Understood."
Luo Shiyin suddenly remembered something: "Young Master, when will you be back?"
"Ah? I might be late; it depends. Why?"
"Oh, no reason."
As soon as Long Aotian left, Luo Shiyin rushed into her room and started getting ready.
Time is tight! I'm going to seduce him!
Going now... I wonder if President Lu is free. Hmph, with my looks, even if he's not free, he'll make time!
I'm absolutely confident about that!
Then, looking at herself in the mirror, she started worrying: My dear gentleman likes me very much now, and I know I'm beautiful.
But he has so many beauties around him. What if he's no longer intrigued by me? What if he gets tired of me?
No, that won't happen. I... I'm so skilled. Even if he gets bored with others, he won't get bored with me.
But... even the best food gets tasteless if eaten every day.
Argh, forget it! I'll deal with today's... fire first!
If I die, so be it!
Luo Shiyin dressed herself up beautifully, but just as she stepped out the door, she ran into the returning Qi Meishao.
Qi Meishao immediately noticed Luo Shiyin's appearance and surprised expression, and she understood everything in an instant.
"You're going to see him again, aren't you?"
"No, I'm just dressing up a bit to change my mood."
At that moment, Qi Meishao's gaze toward Luo Shiyin was filled with extreme displeasure.
One part was her anguish over Qi Meishao's betrayal of the Young Master; the other part was the anger she'd just swallowed from Lu Chengwen.
"Sister Shiyin, you must turn back now. Otherwise... I fear our sisterly bond won't last."
Luo Shiyin looked at Qi Meishao: "Hua Xuening already left the Young Master, and I didn't see anyone giving her a hard time."
"Xuening is different! She's—"
Luo Shiyin sensed something off: "You saw Lu Chengwen?"
"I did."
"And how was it?"
"How was what?"
"What was the feeling like?"
"Nothing!" Qi Meishao said angrily. "I'm not like you. I would never like someone like him!"
Luo Shiyin giggled: "Don't speak too soon, Meishao. I used to yell about wanting to kill him every day, and look at me now."
"I'm not like you! Even if all of you leave, Xiao Hua and I will stay loyal to the Young Master! We'll never betray him!"
Luo Shiyin sighed with an expression of helplessness and sincerity: "I just fear, when the time comes, your heart won't listen to you."
"Ha!" Qi Meishao was so angry that her head felt like it was buzzing. "I'm telling you, I'll make you a bet! I, Qi Meishao, will never fall for Lu Chengwen like you and Xuening did!"
Luo Shiyin looked at her: "And if you do?"
"If I ever like him? Unless the sun rises from the west, rivers flow backward, the dead come back to life, and time stands still—"
"I'm saying if you like him, what would you do?"
"If I like him, I'll... I'll..."
Luo Shiyin bit her lip: "I'll personally tell the Young Master that from now on, I'll serve Lu Chengwen like an ox or a horse! I'll serve you as well! Is that enough!?"
Luo Shiyin smiled: "Meishao... if we joined forces to serve President Lu, we'd definitely win his heart."
Qi Meishao widened her eyes and couldn't say a single word. She turned around and walked straight into the house, dazed.
Luo Shiyin watched her retreating back, smiled again, and thought:
Should I give you a little push, sister?