446: Chapter 446 Failed Attempt, Looking Forward

So...

Ling Hao shook his head.

"Not tonight, I don't have time. I'm going to the Fruit Tasting Gala."

In the end, reason prevailed. These three unripe fruits should be put aside for now; wait until they are a bit more mature?

As soon as the three little ones heard "Fruit Tasting Gala," their eyes instantly lit up.

You Ruo continued to tug at Ling Hao's hem, looking up with her little face, her tiger ears twitching:

"Brother, is there food?"

Hearing there was food, this was normal now, wasn't it?

Hua Lian also approached, gently tugging at Ling Hao's sleeve, and said in a soft, sweet voice, "...I want to eat too..."

At this moment, Jin Linger was at the very back; a hint of longing flashed in her vertical pupils, and she pursed her lips.

Ling Hao looked down at the three little ones' expectant little faces, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

After all, it was just their child-like Heart-Nature; they couldn't resist when they heard there was food.

Back in the Ten Thousand Miasma Demon Forest, when he had taken a sip of that Rock Milk, these three little ones had come over as soon as they caught the scent.

While the three little ones were drinking the Rock Milk, Ling Hao saw the blush on Shi Yunyu's face and the unconcealable maternal glow, and a flash of inspiration suddenly struck him.

He immediately encouraged the three little ones to take Shi Yunyu as their godmother.

Perhaps because there was food, or perhaps because of Shi Yunyu's own charm, the three little ones readily agreed.

Calling her "Mother" over and over, they made Shi Yunyu's heart bloom with joy.

This was the origin of the term "Mother" used in the Sect Main Hall.

Ling Hao composed himself, took out three exquisite jade bottles from his storage ring, handed them to the three little ones, and said gently:

"Isn't it food you want? This is your godmother's Rock Milk. Go back obediently tonight and get some rest. I'll take you to other parts of the Sect to play another day."

Based on what Xiao Wei had just said, this Fruit Tasting Gala likely wasn't any sort of proper fruit-tasting event.

It wasn't even certain what kind of \"fruit\" it was! So how could he possibly let these three little ones follow him?

What if it corrupted the children?

The three little ones took the jade bottles and looked at one another, hesitating and not moving.

Suddenly, Ling Hao caught sight of three familiar figures from the corner of his eye and beckoned them over:

"Come here."

Three women dressed in light green gauze dresses walked in quickly and bowed in unison:

"Sect Master."

The three women looked similar; they were clearly a set of triplets.

The woman standing at the front was the eldest sister, wearing a light green silk gauze dress with a silk ribbon at her waist. Her curves were exquisite, her face delicate, and her eyes held a hint of composure.

Of the two younger sisters behind her, one wore a similar but tighter dress, her full chest slightly stretching the fabric. Her eyes were sparkling, a smile played on her lips, and she seemed lively and extroverted.

The other wore a light green silk dress of thin fabric with few curves; her chest was relatively flat compared to her two sisters. She lowered her head slightly, a faint blush on her cheeks, as she timidly stood at the back, her fingers gently twisting the corner of her dress.

Ling Hao looked at them, a hint of a smile appearing in his eyes.

He remembered that back on Houde Peak, he had helped them clear channels and divert water, having quite the \"exchange\" with them.

Back then, they were only small Cultivators in the Qi Refinement Stage, but now they had reached the Perfection of the Nascent Soul Stage.

Time truly flies.

"Since you don't want to go back, let these three sisters take you to meet the other Senior Sisters of the Sect."

Seeing that the three little ones were still somewhat unmoved,

"At that time, those Senior Sisters will give you meeting gifts, and they have plenty of delicious food."

As soon as he finished speaking, Ling Hao clearly saw the three little ones look tempted.

Three little foodies!

"I'll leave these three little ones in your care."

Ling Hao pointed at the three little ones.

Ruan Qing nodded. "Rest assured, Sect Master."

After saying that, she didn't move. Ruan Xi's gaze lingered on Ling Hao's face for a moment before she quickly looked down, her fingers twisting inside her sleeves.

Ruan Mei also stood there, her toes slightly scuffing the ground. Her face grew even redder, and her lips trembled as if she wanted to say something but didn't dare.

Ling Hao slapped his forehead. Why were these three grown ones like this too?

"As a reward—if there's a chance the day after tomorrow, I'll exchange more experience with you three sisters on Irrigating Spiritual Fields and Clearing Channels and Diverting Water. How does that sound?"

A bright smile appeared on Ruan Qing's face as she bowed. "Thank you, Sect Master."

Ruan Xi was so happy she nearly jumped, saying repeatedly:

"Thank you, Sect Master!"

Ruan Mei blushed and followed suit with a soft thank you.

Ling Hao turned his head to look at the neighboring courtyard.

"Mo Shuang! You come out too."

A figure emerged from the gate of the neighboring courtyard.

The woman's appearance was elegant and refined, her features holding a touch of gentleness and submissiveness.

She walked gracefully toward Ling Hao and knelt down with elegance, her hands folded in front of her. Her forehead nearly touched the ground as she performed a standard maid's salute.

She wore an ancient-style black gauze dress made of thin, form-fitting fabric. The neckline was cut very low, revealing a vast expanse of snowy shoulders and delicate collarbones.

The dress was slightly tight, accentuating her already quite full breasts.

As she knelt, the deep cleavage was exceptionally enticing from Ling Hao's vantage point.

The hem of her gauze dress spread out, faintly revealing a pair of long, well-proportioned legs. Her knees rested on the cold bluestone ground, her posture both respectful and tinged with a touch of pitiful charm.

Ling Hao looked down at Mo Shuang kneeling before him. Her snowy shoulders, deep cleavage, and slightly trembling curves were all fully visible, seductive and provocative.

This damn heart-fluttering feeling!

He bent down and reached out to gently help Mo Shuang up. As they rose, his arm \"accidentally\" brushed past her chest, his fingertips lightly grazing that soft, full sensation.

Mo Shuang's body trembled slightly, and her face was instantly flushed with a blush.

She kept her eyes downcast, her long lashes trembling slightly, but she said nothing, merely standing obediently to the side.

'You must do your best to seduce that lord. Compared to the other two tribes, our Netherworld Tiger Tribe has two people, so we still have the advantage.'

This was what the Old Ancestor had told her before she left.

"Ahem... Mo Shuang, you, Jin Linger, and the others should follow these three to look around and get acquainted with your fellow disciples."

"Yes! Master!"

After Ling Hao took in the three little ones, Mo Shuang had acknowledged him as her Master, and Ling Hao hadn't bothered to correct the title.

"Alright, you may go."

Ruan Qing turned and held out her hand to the three little ones:

"Little ones, come with your elder sister."

Only then did the three little ones reluctantly follow the three women out. Mo Shuang followed closely behind.

Hand in hand with Ruan Xi, You Ruo suddenly turned back and shouted, "Brother, I'll be back tomorrow night!"

Jin Linger and Hua Lian also turned their heads.

Well, needless to say, from their expressions, it was clear they would definitely be coming back.

Ling Hao waved his hand.

The figures gradually receded, and a conversation drifted faintly on the wind.

"Sister, what is Irrigating Spiritual Fields? Why are you so happy?" This was Hua Lian's voice, soft and full of curiosity.

"Irrigating Spiritual Fields... is a very pleasant thing."

Ruan Xi's voice carried a hint of a mischievous smile.

"Second sister, don't talk nonsense. You'll corrupt them," Ruan Qing gently scolded.

"But they'll have to find out sooner or later..."

"..."

"I know, I know..."

Ruan Xi finally whispered back.

Ling Hao withdrew his gaze and looked toward the west.

A fiery red sun was slowly sinking, perfectly framed between two mountain peaks.

The setting sun dipped lower bit by bit, gradually swallowed by the peaks, leaving only a vast expanse of enchanting red light scattering across the sky.

"Fruit Tasting Gala, Fruit Tasting Gala... I wonder what new tricks my disciples are planning for me this time?"

Ling Hao was actually quite looking forward to it.