554: The conflict between Yu Guili and Xia Chuwei

Finally, Chen Xuan still turned around and left, walking step by step in the direction where Yu Guili was.

Meanwhile, Xia Chuwei stood silently in place, watching Chen Xuan gradually disappear from her sight. Her beautiful face was filled with melancholy, making her seem pitiable.

Unconsciously, she lowered her head to look at her small, flawless feet, as perfect as white jade. The scene of Chen Xuan taking off her white socks just now involuntarily flashed in her mind, and her heart immediately pounded like a drum, her cheeks growing even hotter.

Immediately after, as if she suddenly remembered something, she reached out and touched the vibrant strawberry mark on her neck.

A strange sensation came from where her finger touched, causing her breathing to quicken involuntarily.

"This little rascal, he really makes this concubine..." Xia Chuwei murmured to herself, her words carrying a hint of blame, but more so an unspeakable shyness and sweetness.

In the Commander's Palace.

"Big Brother, I have Broken Through to the Tianxian Realm!"

Yu Guili had just enjoyed a few days of rare peace, and seeing Chen Xuan appear again in such a rush, he felt a surge of irritation. His usually calm expression instantly turned somewhat gloomy.

However, recalling the orders given by Luo Menglan, he could only suppress the dissatisfaction in his heart and force a smile as he said to Chen Xuan:

"So you Broke Through, why are you so excited? You don't have a shred of composure!"

However, Chen Xuan paid no attention to Yu Guili's slightly reproachful words. Instead, he grinned and leaned closer:

"Hehe, Big Brother, I'm just happy! And I've always wanted to go out and explore the world with you, to see the greater world! Now that I've successfully Broken Through to the Tianxian Realm, when shall we depart? To be honest, I've been here for so long, and I've never personally witnessed what the true Immortal Realm looks like!"

Yu Guili snorted coldly upon hearing this, replying impatiently: "Hmph, this Immortal Realm is not like the Lower Realm. There will be plenty of times for you to suffer in the future. You are only in the Tianxian Realm, so don't get carried away here! As for going out with me, you should stop dreaming..."

Halfway through his sentence, Yu Guili suddenly seemed to remember something, and his tone shifted as he continued:

"Cough, cough, in a few days, there will indeed be a grand gathering hosted by the Immortal Realm's upper-class forces. I heard they are short on security personnel. With your current strength, perhaps you can come with me to broaden your horizons!"

"Really? That's awesome! When exactly are we leaving?"

Yu Guili casually waved his hand and replied offhandedly:

"It will be in the next few days. As for you, take these few days to go home and prepare well. Once you're ready, you don't need to come find me here again. When the time is right, I will naturally inform you."

After saying this, Yu Guili didn't even spare Chen Xuan another glance. It wasn't that he disliked Chen Xuan, but rather that he disdained ants.

His change of mind just now was due to suddenly remembering this gathering. At that time, his surroundings would be filled with powerful experts, and when Chen Xuan arrived there, he would naturally realize his own insignificance.

Even if he didn't realize it, he could find a few people to cause him some trouble, letting him see the gap between an ant and people like himself!

...

In a blink of an eye, a day passed quietly. Yu Guili, having finished a full day's work, walked back home.

However, the moment he stepped through the door, his gaze was instantly drawn to Xia Chuwei, who was sitting on the soft couch.

Because her attire today had something extra.

Xia Chuwei was sitting quietly there.

Around her fair neck, she wore a lace choker. The choker was woven from delicate lace, with exquisite patterns like mysterious runes, exuding a unique allure.

The soft lace gently clung to her skin, accentuating the graceful lines of her swan-like neck, adding a touch of delicate charm that made one want to look a few more times.

For some reason, with just such a casual glance, Yu Guili keenly noticed that Xia Chuwei seemed somewhat different from usual today. She appeared exceptionally quiet, radiating an indescribable, strange aura.

"Hus... Husband is back?" The moment she saw Yu Guili step into the room, Xia Chuwei's heart skipped a beat, and her body involuntarily tensed up.

She couldn't let him find out.

Yu Guili frowned: "What kind of stunt are you pulling today?"

Hearing this, Xia Chuwei sprang up from the chair, puffed out her chest, and feigned composure as she retorted: "What stunt? Don't I look... good like this?" As she spoke, she even deliberately twirled around, showcasing her carefully styled figure.

In truth, Xia Chuwei's heart was already in a chaotic mess, but she knew that the more guilty she felt, the calmer she had to appear. She absolutely could not show weakness in front of Yu Guili.

"You look good, yes, but you know my situation! The Cultivation Technique I Cultivate is extremely special; I absolutely cannot lose my Primal Yang, otherwise years of Cultivation will be ruined in an instant. Are you perhaps trying to ruin my Cultivation Technique by dressing like this now?"

At this point, Yu Guili's expression turned helpless.

He stared at Xia Chuwei's beautiful face, his heart filled with helplessness and bitterness.

Facing such a charming and alluring wife, he could only watch from afar, not daring to even touch her. Who could understand such pain?

"Hmph, how could I not know your Cultivation Technique is special!" Xia Chuwei's eyes reddened, and her voice was tinged with a hint of grievance and anger.

"Do you know that I am in this deep mansion all day, without anyone to talk to? Now I just want to dress up beautifully, to please myself, to find some happiness. How has that become ruining your Cultivation Technique?"

'Chen Xuan, you really are a scoundrel. You've caused me so much trouble. Next time, I must be more careful... No, how could something like this happen a second time! I am Yu Guili's...'

Yu Guili, upon hearing this, seemed to have thought of something. He then sighed deeply, and his tone softened:

"I know, I have indeed wronged you all these years, but this Cultivation Technique is too important to me. I truly... have no other choice, my lady. You can wait until I truly Breakthrough to Immortal Venerable, then you and I can..."

Xia Chuwei turned her head away, 'tears' welling in her eyes:

"Forget it, forget it. Your heart only holds your Cultivation Technique. When have you ever truly cared about my feelings?"

Yu Guili took a step forward, but seeing such a beautiful Xia Chuwei, he dared not get too close, his eyes full of restraint:

"My dear, it's my fault. I shouldn't have spoken to you like that. You also know that I am devoted to the Dao, but I have neglected your feelings. In the future, I will certainly work harder and Breakthrough sooner! And regarding your matters... as long as they don't involve my Cultivation Technique, I will do my best to satisfy you."

'If I didn't need a good image now to win the heart of the aristocratic daughter Ning Xinyou, I would have long ago... Once I Breakthrough, my childhood sweetheart, I will let you know your husband's ambition!

By then, don't blame me if you can't even hold onto your position as the mistress of this Royal harem...' Yu Guili thought to himself, lowering his head.

To him, knowing his situation and still dressing up beautifully was an act of defiance, and even if it was his childhood sweetheart Xia Chuwei, it was unacceptable.

Therefore, as a future king, it was reasonable for him to punish her.

"Hmph, you and I grew up together since childhood, and so much has happened between us... I hope you can keep your word this time."

Yu Guili nodded slightly, a "relieved" smile appearing on his face: "It will certainly be so, rest assured."

The two looked at each other in silence. Although there was no physical contact, the tension in the air had quietly dissipated, and a unique understanding flowed gently between them, as if a silent reconciliation had been reached.