157: Yu Miaoyin, who can play the flute

The pressure was like a towering mountain, carrying an irresistible weight that surged from all directions.

Luo Qingchen's heart instantly churned with turbulent waves. Her eyes widened, filled with an unbelievable shock.

As a master on the verge of a Breakthrough to the Innate Late Stage, she was somewhat well-known in the ancient martial arts world and had always been quite confident in her strength.

But at this moment, under this oppressive power, she felt like a tiny ant, utterly powerless to resist.

Her body trembled uncontrollably, and her legs felt as if they were nailed to the ground, unable to move an inch.

Her breathing also became rapid and heavy; each inhale seemed to exhaust all her strength.

Luo Qingchen's hands subconsciously clenched into fists, her fingernails digging deep into her palms, yet she felt no pain.

Her eyes were filled with fear and panic, and large beads of sweat continuously rolled down her forehead, sliding along her cheeks and dripping to the ground.

"This... how is this possible..." Luo Qingchen's voice trembled, carrying a hint of despair.

She had never imagined that such terrifying power existed in the world, capable of instantly rendering her incapable of resistance.

This was even more powerful than her several masters on the mountain!

Her guess was indeed correct; the opponent's strength might even have reached that legendary Realm!

Luo Qingchen was incredibly shocked. She tried to find a flaw in this oppressive power, but no matter how hard she tried, it was all in vain.

Just then, Lu Chen spoke calmly, his voice carrying an undeniable authority:

"I'm not discussing with you; I'm giving an order. If you're unwilling, don't blame me for using coercive measures. Actually, I'm very reluctant to do so."

Luo Qingchen gritted her teeth. Under this oppressive power, she felt as if she could be crushed to pieces at any moment, her life constantly on the verge of vanishing.

Her heart was filled with anger and unwillingness, yet she was powerless.

Lu Chen suddenly leaned closer, a playful smile on his face, his eyes fixed on her as he said faintly:

"And, you also don't want to see Yu Miaoyin..."

He hadn't finished his sentence, but the meaning was already self-evident.

Luo Qingchen's face suddenly changed slightly. Suppressing the tremor in her heart, she softly rebuked, "Don't do anything to her!"

Lu Chen smiled and said in a relaxed tone, "Okay, the premise is that you have to be obedient."

Luo Qingchen clenched her fists, her knuckles turning white from the effort. She gritted her teeth and squeezed out a single word: "Fine, I'll sign."

Lu Chen smiled, a smug expression on his face, and said, "I already told you I signed it for you. See? Don't I have foresight?"

Luo Qingchen's mouth twitched violently, and several black lines instantly appeared on her smooth forehead.

She glared at Lu Chen with eyes full of anger and helplessness, her rage almost consuming her, and said through gritted teeth, "You... you are despicable!"

Lu Chen, however, was unconcerned, still smiling faintly as he said, "This is just to achieve our goals, a mutual need."

The next second, Lu Chen withdrew his oppressive power.

Luo Qingchen only felt the heavy pressure instantly vanish, and she felt as if she had returned from Hell to the human world.

She took a deep breath, her legs weakened, and she almost fell to the ground. She quickly grabbed the table, barely steadying herself.

Lu Chen looked at her disheveled appearance and said faintly, "I don't want a second person to know about today's events, otherwise the contract will be void."

Luo Qingchen pouted and mumbled softly, "Void is void, I can't wait for it to be void."

Lu Chen smiled slightly, a playful glint in his eyes, and said, "If it's void, then I'll take Yu Miaoyin..."

Before he could finish, Luo Qingchen quickly interrupted him, anxiously saying, "Okay, okay, I won't let a second person know."

Her eyes were filled with worry, fearing that Lu Chen would do something unfavorable to Yu Miaoyin.

Lu Chen nodded in satisfaction and added, "You can't speak ill of me in front of others, otherwise..."

Luo Qingchen gritted her teeth and said, "Fine, I know, I absolutely won't speak ill of you in front of others."

These words were practically squeezed out through gritted teeth, her face full of reluctance.

Luo Qingchen took a deep breath, trying to calm herself, then looked up, meeting Lu Chen's eyes, and said seriously:

"But you also have to promise me, don't do anything to Yu Miaoyin! Otherwise, even if it costs me my life, I will make you pay!"

Her eyes were filled with determination and resolve, as if at this moment, she was prepared to fight Lu Chen to the death.

Lu Chen smiled, a hint of tenderness in his eyes, and said, "Don't worry, I have feelings for her, unlike for you."

Luo Qingchen: "..."

Lu Chen smiled again and said, "However... if she wants to do something to me then, that's none of my business."

Luo Qingchen listened, rolled her eyes, snorted coldly, a disdainful expression on her face, and said:

"Impossible. As her Senior Sister, I know her best. Miaoyin couldn't possibly fall for someone like you. She doesn't know your reputation yet. Once she asks around, she'll definitely stay far away from someone like you!"

She was quite confident about this point.

Because Miaoyin would absolutely not fall for a scumbag like Lu Chen. The reason she had a good impression of him now was because Miaoyin didn't know about the things Lu Chen had done.

As long as she subtly guided Miaoyin to inquire about Lu Chen's reputation, she wouldn't even need to speak ill of him to make Miaoyin stay away from that scumbag, Lu Chen!

Thinking of this, Luo Qingchen's heart immediately felt a little more at ease.

Her face was full of confidence, as if she had already seen the scene of Yu Miaoyin staying away from Lu Chen.

Lu Chen smiled, a playful glint in his eyes, and said in a relaxed and casual tone, "Then let's wait and see."

Just then.

The door to the private room was pushed open, and Yu Miaoyin cheerfully walked in.

She looked at Lu Chen and Luo Qingchen, a bright smile on her face, and said, "The dishes have already been ordered."

Lu Chen smiled and said, "Good."

His face still held a gentle smile, as if the intense confrontation with Luo Qingchen had never happened.

Luo Qingchen forced a smile and said to Yu Miaoyin, "Come and sit here with Senior Sister."

Her eyes revealed a hint of urgency, hoping that Yu Miaoyin would stay away from Lu Chen.

Yu Miaoyin had originally intended to sit next to Lu Chen, but seeing Luo Qingchen's words, she hesitated for a moment before walking over and sitting next to Luo Qingchen.

Her face held a hint of confusion; she seemed to sense that the atmosphere in the private room was a bit off, but she couldn't quite pinpoint why.

"Senior Sister, what were you two just talking about?" Yu Miaoyin asked curiously.

Luo Qingchen quickly waved her hand and said with a stiff smile, "Nothing, just casually chatting." Her smile was somewhat forced, and a hint of panic flashed in her eyes.

Lu Chen's lips curved into a faint smile. He looked at Yu Miaoyin and spoke leisurely:

"Your Senior Sister was just praising you, saying that not only is your singing as beautiful as an oriole leaving the valley, but you're also multi-talented, skilled in many musical instruments, especially playing the flute, which is truly exceptional, a skill that can be called divine."

Yu Miaoyin's fair cheeks instantly flushed, like a brilliant sunset in the sky. She lowered her head slightly, her long eyelashes fluttering gently like a butterfly's wings.

Her hands unconsciously twisted the corner of her clothes, her voice as soft as a breeze: "It's alright, just average level. Senior Sister is exaggerating again."

Her shy demeanor was like a budding flower, endearing and lovely.

Seeing this, Lu Chen's smile deepened, an imperceptible glint in his eyes, and he said gently:

"I think your Senior Sister is absolutely right. Perhaps one day you could play for me, so I can also appreciate your superb skill."

Yu Miaoyin looked up, her eyes full of smiles, and nodded gently, her voice clear as she said, "Okay."

Luo Qingchen, watching this scene from the side, her face slightly darkened, bit her lower lip, and secretly thought: I must quickly make Miaoyin see Lu Chen's true, despicable face.

Soon, the waiter brought out one delicious dish after another.

The steaming hot food emitted an enticing aroma, filling the entire private room.

Yu Miaoyin enthusiastically picked up her chopsticks, picked up a piece of tender fish, and gently placed it in Lu Chen's bowl, a sweet smile on her face:

"Lu Chen, try this. The fish here is really delicious."