Ever since Huo Yun'er had been resurrected and reunited with Huo Yuhao, his mood had been exceptionally good. He was endlessly grateful to Tang San.
It didn't matter what Tang San wanted to use him for—resurrecting his mother was enough for Huo Yuhao to feel eternally indebted.
Huo Yuhao believed it was Tang San who brought Huo Yun'er back to life. After all, in this world, only a god could perform such a miracle. As for Qian Ran, he relied on his system—a complete anomaly that defied common sense.
Huo Yun'er had even reinforced this explanation, so Huo Yuhao never doubted it.
During this time, all of Huo Yuhao's significant advancements had been driven by Tang San's manipulations from the divine realm. Even Wang Dong'er was meant to be a tool Tang San used to secure Huo Yuhao's loyalty—only for Qian Ran to swoop in and claim her first!
Damn Qian Ran!
Huo Yuhao couldn't figure out Qian Ran's origins. Perhaps Qian Ran was also a chosen one from the divine realm, deliberately sent to oppose Tang San.
"Ugh, Qian Ran seems to know my every move. There's nothing I can do for now. I'll wait until I'm in the Sun Moon Empire to see if any opportunities arise. If Qian Ran dares to go there, I'll convince the people at Mingde Hall to eliminate him on the spot!" Huo Yuhao muttered, his eyes gleaming with cold determination.
No matter how strong Qian Ran was, in the Sun Moon Empire, the powerful figures there would surely teach him a lesson.
The key lay in his own connections and allies, like Xiao Hongchen. As long as he warned Xiao Hongchen, who could then seek guidance from Mingde Hall's leaders, they could spend the necessary resources to kill Qian Ran—even if it meant risking a rift with Shrek Academy.
The Sun Moon Empire was destined to go to war with the continent's other factions in the future, including Shrek Academy. There was no better time to deal with Qian Ran than now.
"That bastard Qian Ran! I'll send my mother to the Clear Sky Sect in a few days to keep her far away from that scoundrel."
The memory of Qian Ran's audacious gaze lingering on Huo Yun'er still made Huo Yuhao's blood boil.
To make matters worse, Huo Yun'er herself seemed to harbor a budding affection for Qian Ran.
Admittedly, seeing her gradually move past her obsession with Dai Hao, that useless man, brought Huo Yuhao some relief. Even if she were to find a new partner, he could accept it as long as it made her happy. After all, she was still so young.
But he would never tolerate it being Qian Ran!
Huo Yuhao debated whether to tell Huo Yun'er about his feud with Qian Ran. But he didn't want to worry her. She deserved peace of mind, not anxiety over his troubles.
"Forget it. I'm supposed to protect my loved ones now. Besides, I've already arranged for her to stay at the Clear Sky Sect. In a week at most, she'll be there, safe from Qian Ran's clutches."
Suppressing his irritation, Huo Yuhao called out to the stunning woman seated on the sofa.
"I'm heading to class now. Please don't leave the house unless absolutely necessary. If you need to go out, wait until I get back."
Huo Yuhao was terrified of Huo Yun'er running into Qian Ran alone.
With him around, he could at least keep an eye on Qian Ran. But if Huo Yun'er were by herself, there'd be no way to stop Qian Ran. His charm, his words, his looks—he could easily persuade any woman to follow him.
Even the most reserved ones wouldn't last long.
As Huo Yuhao's gaze fell on Huo Yun'er's outfit, he froze in shock.
She was dressed in an elegant, form-fitting white dress. During their time at the White Tiger Duke's mansion, he had never seen her wear something so revealing.
The deep V neckline showcased her ample chest, with the fabric stretched taut. Thin, transparent straps rested on her shoulders, accentuating her collarbones in the front and her smooth, fair back behind. The dress was both seductive and sweet.
The cinched waist emphasized her hourglass figure, her voluptuous curves on full display. The hem of the dress barely reached halfway down her thighs, leaving her long, shapely legs wrapped in white stockings. She wore pointed high heels with delicate straps tied into bows around her ankles.
For a moment, Huo Yuhao was completely dumbfounded.
Is she going on a date? She looks stunning.
His heart raced with unease, but he dared not linger. Zhou Yi would give him hell if he showed up late to class. Lately, she'd been stricter than ever, constantly finding ways to punish him despite his best efforts to stay on her good side.
Reluctantly, he left for class.
Once Huo Yuhao was gone, Huo Yun'er sat gracefully at the vanity, applying her makeup. Already breathtaking, her features became even more dazzling.
Qian Ran didn't particularly care whether the women around him wore makeup or not—they were already beautiful. But there was something captivating about a woman who dressed up with purpose.
"Yun'er, I'm here."
Without a sound, Qian Ran appeared behind her, wrapping his arms around her slender waist. He had slipped in as Huo Yuhao was leaving, his immense spiritual power allowing him to avoid detection effortlessly.
"Master, do I look good?"
Blushing, Huo Yun'er twirled in front of him, lifting her skirt slightly to reveal more of her long, stocking-clad legs.
Qian Ran's eyes lingered on her high-heeled feet, her smooth thighs, and the hem of her dress, which barely covered her curves. For a moment, he was utterly mesmerized.
Huo Yun'er, who had been wearing a maid outfit until recently, now exuded the poise of a noblewoman. Her earlier training in aristocratic etiquette had polished her elegance and grace to perfection.
Yet this stunning woman was calling him "Master." The thought sent a rush of satisfaction through Qian Ran.
Without a word, he pulled her close and kissed her deeply, his hands exploring her flawless figure.
"Yuhao won't be back for another three hours," Huo Yun'er murmured, wrapping her arms around Qian Ran's neck. Her heart raced, and a sly smile tugged at her lips. In her mind, she even felt a little grateful to Huo Yuhao.
If not for Huo Yuhao's protective paranoia, Qian Ran might not have shown her so much attention.
(End of Chapter)