158: Hand in hand, like senior sister

“Did… Junior Sister tell you that?”

“Junior Brother misunderstands. I saw it myself.”

Immediately, Mo Konglan explained her eye technique to him.

Lin Yuan exclaimed, “To think there’s such a miraculous technique! It truly broadens my horizons.”

“That’s nothing. Rather, Junior Brother, you’re amazing. You managed to win over Junior Sister in just a few days. Can you tell me how you did it?”

“Haha, Junior Sister and I are mutually in love, so it’s not really ‘winning her over’.”

“Is that so? Then, congratulations to you both.”

“Hehe, Senior Sister, please don’t reveal this matter.”

“Don’t worry. Junior Sister and you are both my good friends. I won’t spread rumors outside.”

“Mm, thank you, Senior Sister.”

“It’s a small matter. Let’s go. Senior Brother Zhao and the others should be waiting for us in the Outer Sect.”

With that, Mo Konglan soared into the sky and flew towards the distance.

Lin Yuan followed from behind.

Since they communicated using spiritual sense afterward, the Disciples did not hear the conversation.

Looking at the two figures, everyone couldn't help but sigh, knowing that today's events would surely spread quickly. When that happened, Senior Sister Mo's suitors would undoubtedly be heartbroken, and some more radical ones would even seek out Lin Yuan for a challenge, which would likely be no small trouble for him.

…

Cloud Ripple Sect Outer Sect.

Lin Yuan and Mo Konglan didn't fly long before arriving here, where they saw the two waiting figures.

They were a man and a woman, dressed in green robes and a green skirt respectively. The man had a handsome face, and the woman was beautiful, appearing quite well-matched.

“Senior Brother Zhao, Senior Sister Li, I apologize for keeping you waiting.”

Landing beside the two, Mo Konglan said with downcast eyes.

The man waved his hand, saying, “Junior Sister Mo, you’re too polite. We just arrived ourselves and haven’t been waiting long.”

As he spoke, his gaze fell upon the young man.

“You must be Junior Brother Lin Yuan, right? I’ve long heard of your great reputation within the sect. Seeing you today, it truly lives up to its name.”

“Senior Brother exaggerates. In front of you, I am merely a Junior. For any rashness during this journey, I ask for your and Senior Sister’s understanding.”

Lin Yuan could feel that the two in front of him had profound Origin Qi and sharp Aura, indicating they were at least in the Middle Stage of the Qi Gathering Realm.

At the same time, judging by their tone, they probably didn't know about his relationship with Zhao Cailian, which saved him a lot of trouble.

Zhao Feng chuckled, “Junior Brother Lin is too polite. I presume Junior Sister Mo has already introduced my identity to you, so I won’t elaborate further. Let me introduce the person beside me directly.”

He pointed to the woman beside him and said, “Her name is Li Wan, a Disciple of Yunbing Peak. She is my Dao Companion, and we cultivate the sword together.”

Lin Yuan turned his head to look, and saw the woman smiling faintly, nodding slightly towards him.

“Greetings, Senior Sister Li.”

“Junior Brother, there’s no need for excessive courtesy. Our journey together to comprehend the sword is a matter of fate. I wish you both good results in advance.”

“Thank you for your auspicious words, Senior Sister.”

After all, Lin Yuan was the Sect Master’s Disciple, so they did not look down on him because of his low cultivation.

After a few polite exchanges, the four set off for Hidden Sword Manor.

…

In mid-air.

The three flew in front, and Lin Yuan chased from behind.

Because the speed of a Qi Gathering Realm Cultivator far exceeded that of a Condensing Core Realm Cultivator, even if he fully unleashed Eight Extremes Pulse, it was difficult for him to catch up with the three.

Seeing this, the three stopped. Zhao Feng proactively said, “I almost forgot that Junior Brother’s cultivation is not as high as ours. I will take him flying.”

He was about to act when Mo Konglan interrupted, “Junior Brother is my companion, so it’s only right for me to take him. There’s no need to trouble Senior Brother.”

With that, she turned back to the young man, extended her fair, soft hand, and took his large hand.

This action caused a slight surprise in the expressions of Zhao Feng and the other person.

Holding hands usually doesn't have much special meaning, but for a Heavenly Pride like Mo Konglan, it was quite intriguing.

If she remembered correctly, she had never had a Dao Companion before, right?

Yet now, she voluntarily took a man's hand, which was enough to show that she had a good impression of this young man.

Originally, they didn't understand why she would choose a young man whose Realm was only Condensing Core, and who was not proficient in the Dao of the Sword, as her companion.

Now they seemed to understand.

It seemed Mo Konglan had an interest in this Junior Brother.

The two exchanged glances, smiled knowingly, and then turned to continue their journey.

“Junior Sister Mo, then we’ll go ahead. You and Junior Brother Lin can follow slowly behind.”

“Alright.”

Mo Konglan gripped the man's hand, accelerating swiftly, cutting through layers of Qi waves in the air.

“Swish, swish, swish.”

Bursts of sonic booms rang in his ears, but Lin Yuan didn't pay attention. His focus was still on his hand.

Senior Sister Mo actually took my hand voluntarily?

What does this mean?

Does she like me?

Although holding hands doesn't have a special meaning, between unfamiliar men and women, unless they are Dao Companions, there is generally no physical contact.

Mo Konglan's willingness to do this either means she has ulterior motives or she has a certain degree of good feelings for him.

Is it the latter?

Recalling the Dragon girl's words, Lin Yuan secretly shook his head, his heart becoming wary.

This woman had profound cultivation; it was impossible for her to fall for him after just two meetings. She must have an unspeakable motive.

Thinking this, Lin Yuan feigned a tone of indebtedness, “I apologize, Senior Sister. I’ve troubled you this time.”

“What trouble is this? It’s just flying; it doesn’t take much effort.”

“But Senior Sister’s body is of immense value, and yet it is now touched by Junior Brother. It is truly presumptuous.”

“Oh, Junior Brother, you’re too formal. You helping me comprehend the sword already makes Senior Sister extremely grateful. What’s a mere hand-holding?”

“Have any other men held your hand?”

“…”

Mo Konglan was silent for a moment, then suddenly chuckled, “No, Junior Brother, you’re the first.”

“I’m quite honored to be the first man to hold Senior Sister’s hand.”

“Hehe, Junior Brother is really good at pleasing girls. Is that how you tricked Junior Sister into being with you?”

Lin Yuan was about to say no, but suddenly remembering her abnormality, he decided to probe, “Yes, that’s right. Junior Brother also wants to trick Senior Sister into being with him like that. Is that okay?”

Her unexpected response made Mo Konglan's expression slightly stunned. She then reacted and asked with a smile, “Junior Brother, what you’re saying, could it be that you like Senior Sister?”

“With Senior Sister’s beauty and grace, what man wouldn’t like her?”

“Is that so? But you already have Junior Sister Zhao, so how can you betray her?”

“It’s fine. Given Junior Sister Zhao’s personality, I doubt she would mind your inclusion.”

Hearing his shameless words, Mo Konglan immediately showed displeasure: “Hmph, Junior Brother, you can’t be like this. Women don’t like men who are too fickle.”

“Junior Brother doesn’t want to be like this either, but Senior Sister is too beautiful; I can’t control myself.”

Lin Yuan turned to look at the girl’s exquisite profile, his eyes full of affection.

“Alright, Junior Brother, we’re still on our way. Don’t joke around anymore.”

“I’m not joking. I really like Senior Sister.”

He said seriously again.