CHAPTER 1174: CHAPTER 1174: FACING HIS SWORN SISTER, THIS IS WHAT HE WANTS TO DO

Actually, Luo Yang somewhat hopes Hua XiYi sees him as having a negative IQ, because then he would have more confidence in securing the Blood Devil in future competitions.

Currently, Hua XiYi is getting more and more feelings for Luo Yang; she really has begun to like him.

This leaves Luo Yang very conflicted.

Winning the heart of a beauty, that’s supposed to be a good thing.

The problem is, Luo Yang wants the Blood Devil, and Hua XiYi also wants the Blood Devil.

In this way, the two of them are essentially competitors.

Though they may be in love now, they might clash fiercely for the Blood Devil in the future.

If that were to happen, Luo Yang would rather Hua XiYi never liked him at all.

Otherwise, loving and fighting each other would be truly heartbreaking.

Hua XiYi hasn’t noticed Luo Yang’s true intentions; she somewhat underestimates him, thinking she’s got him figured out.

As the saying goes: being overconfident may lead to losing.

If Hua XiYi continues to ignore Luo Yang, she might end up being outsmarted by him.

Holding Hua XiYi’s delicate body, feeling her jade-like warmth, smelling her unique virgin scent, Luo Yang really wanted to speak his true feelings to her.

But some words, once spoken, can’t be taken back.

Luo Yang thought of directly telling Hua XiYi that he wanted the Blood Devil too, and if he could persuade her, it would be like gaining wings.

However, if Hua XiYi opposed, their relationship would deteriorate rapidly.

The outcome is predictable; Luo Yang’s difficulty in obtaining the Blood Devil would increase exponentially.

Thinking about it, he figured it’s best not to casually reveal his inner thoughts.

Gently patting Hua XiYi’s little belly, Luo Yang said, "Sister Hua, spending time with you has made me smarter than before."

This flattery made Hua XiYi giggle sweetly.

Smack!

Suddenly, Hua XiYi slapped Luo Yang’s hand away heavily, adjusted her clothes at the chest, and with a blushing face said playfully: "Hmph! If you sneakily touch me again, I’ll break your hand!"

Even though she seemed to be really angry, she didn’t use much strength.

Considering Hua XiYi is a tough girl, Luo Yang dared not take advantage again, seizing the opportunity to stop.

"Sister Hua, it wasn’t intentional," Luo Yang apologized.

"Heh, Baby knows it wasn’t unintentional—it was deliberate!" Hua XiYi retorted, echoing Luo Yang’s previous words.

The two lay on their sides on the bed; if there were some leisure time, an afternoon like this would be quite nice.

Only An Yuying and Tang Guihua, among other beauties, all wish to see Luo Yang. It’s been delayed for quite some time; if it goes on, should the two village beauties get mad, Luo Yang, sleeping at night, might be in for some trouble.

Coming to Hua XiYi was actually for two purposes.

Firstly, to see how her health was recovering; secondly, to inquire about Shi Sheng Palace.

If Hua XiYi knew anyone from the Shi Sheng Palace, Luo Yang wanted to ask her for an introduction.

Then, he would learn from Shi Sheng Palace about why the Skull Fortress Lord became like that.

Initially, Luo Yang didn’t want to bother about the Lord, but thinking it’s better to make a friend than an enemy.

If he truly could cure the Lord’s illness, she should feel grateful.

In this way, Luo Yang would have gained a powerful friend.

One could say he’s acquired a competent helper.

After all, Luo Yang and the Lord secretly married, though unofficially, it still happened.

Even if the marriage is nullified, the friendship remains possible.

Of course, this depends on the Lord’s heart.

There’s a saying that men and men can be friends, but men and women either become lovers, married, or friends with benefits; never purely friends.

There’s some truth to that saying.

If a man and a woman’s relationship is poor, it results in total disengagement, similar to strangers; such a relationship isn’t called friendship.

Once a man and a woman’s relationship grows intimate, it easily leads to romantic involvement.

Having such involvement, at least makes them friends with benefits.

In other words, a man and a woman’s relationship cannot remain just friends for long.

Indeed, although the world is vast, there are examples of men and women becoming friends, but they are very few, negligible.

According to Luo Yang’s understanding of the Lord, there are likely two types of relationships between him and her.

First as spouses, second as enemies.

If Luo Yang dared to abandon the Lord and Shuimei, surely, they would hunt him down.

Or perhaps the Lord would capture Luo Yang with all her might, keep him by her side, and make him her captive husband.

Still, if the Lord’s illness could be healed, it would undoubtedly be a beneficial thing.

Without an introduction, Luo Yang had no chance of contacting the Shi Sheng Palace people.

Therefore, he decided to ask Hua XiYi for help.

But he couldn’t directly express it, only subtly seek her assistance.

"Sister Hua, what’s the relationship between your Jiuyang Hall and the Shi Sheng Palace?" Luo Yang asked.

"Heh, what’s gotten into you today?" Hua XiYi questioned suspiciously.

It seems Hua XiYi is becoming more vigilant.

Continuing to ask would only arouse more suspicion in her.

Luo Yang had to put his curiosity aside, looking for another chance later.

Right now, Luo Yang has another concern that needs handling.

Nothing else, just the beauties in Tianjiang City.

Though he promised to bring the beauties to Tianjiang City for fun, currently, during a time of crisis, Luo Yang doesn’t want to bring them over.

The beauties arriving here were brought by Hua XiYi.

The goal is quite simple: to use the beauties to coerce Luo Yang into not having second thoughts about the Blood Devil.

At the Altar under the Frozen Lake, it sort of saved Hua XiYi’s life.

With this deeper connection, Luo Yang noticed a significant change in Hua XiYi’s attitude toward him.

Moreover, Hua XiYi is still not fully recovered from her poisoning; in such conditions, Luo Yang wants to persuade her to return to the Hongyun Brigade to recuperate.

As for whether Hua XiYi is willing, Luo Yang is determined to take the beauties back to the countryside.

Tomorrow is the traditional festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival on August 15th.

Luo Yang can use it as an excuse to return to his hometown, thinking that Hua XiYi wouldn’t strongly oppose.

Of course, nothing is absolute in this world; he hasn’t discussed it with Hua XiYi yet, unsure what her thoughts are.

It’s said discussing things after drinking makes the process easier.

Essentially, a bit drunk, the friendship or affection between both sides becomes more harmonious, making negotiations smoother.

To succeed in one go, Luo Yang thinks it’s necessary to please Hua XiYi first.

"Sister Hua, what kind of mooncake do you want to eat for the Mid-Autumn Festival? Tell me and I’ll buy it for you," Luo Yang asked.

Upon hearing this, Hua XiYi snickered.

To her, merely a few mooncakes don’t really matter at all.

However, Luo Yang asking reflects his considerable concern for her.

"Heh. Is it just for me, or the same for everyone?" Hua XiYi scoffed.

"Sister Hua, naturally yours will be different from theirs. So, what kind of mooncake do you want to eat?" Luo Yang chuckled.

Judging from Hua XiYi’s expression and tone, it was clear that her mood was relatively good.

Luo Yang was secretly pleased.

"Heh, the weasel giving a false smile at the chicken, what’s your true intent?" Hua XiYi smirked.

"Sister Hua, staying here isn’t good, tomorrow is Mid-Autumn, how about we return home tonight?" Luo Yang revealed his goal.

Upon hearing this, Hua XiYi pondered.

With her intelligence, it was impossible not to guess Luo Yang’s intention.

With Hua XiYi, Luo Yang knew sometimes it’s best not to play too many tricks, straightforwardly works better.

So he held her close and said, "Sister Hua, we are family now, don’t you worry that I won’t help you find the Blood Devil with all my heart?"

Fortunately, Luo Yang is considered Hua XiYi’s benefactor; with this deeper connection, Hua XiYi has to seriously consider his words.