Martial Soul: Luo Sanpao, Starting by Conquering Liu Erlong!-Chapter 22: Intimacy in Seclusion

Seeing Yu Tianheng's conflicted expression, Yu Luomian couldn't help but sigh and speak up.

"Tianheng, if you fight Xiao Yu now, even if you win, it won't be a fair victory. How about this: wait until Xiao Yu reaches level 20 and becomes a Great Spirit Master before you challenge him.

Right now, you're at level 25. With Xiao Yu's talent, it'll only take him a year or two to reach level 20. In that time, you probably won't advance to level 30.

So instead of bullying someone weaker now and earning everyone's disdain, why not wait until Xiao Yu grows stronger and have a fair fight with him?"

Hearing his Second Grandfather step in to defuse the situation, Yu Tianheng snapped out of his daze and nodded numbly.

At this moment, all he wanted was to leave. Even if he were to fight now, he would only admit defeat. He felt too ashamed to stay any longer.

"Alright."

"Good. Xiao Yu, since you've agreed to the duel, let's make it fair. Wait until you reach level 20, and I'll bring Tianheng back. Also, my earlier offer still stands. If you change your mind, just have Erlong notify me anytime."

With that, Yu Luomian quickly left with Yu Tianheng, not saying another word.

Seeing how fast Yu Luomian left, Dugu Bo couldn't help but sneer.

"Hmph, Yu Luomian, even now you're still clinging to your sect's pride? If Yu Tianheng's personality stays like this, how long can you keep up the act?"

Dugu Bo, sharp as ever, saw through the excuse. The idea of waiting until Xiao Yu reached level 20 was just a cover for Yu Tianheng's shaken confidence. If they had fought now, Yu Tianheng might not have even been able to lift a hand and would have had no choice but to admit defeat.

"..."

"Xiao Yu, thank you. Really, thank you."

While Liu Erlong and Dugu Bo were still processing Xiao Yu's words, Dugu Yan rushed forward and hugged Xiao Yu tightly.

No words could describe the emotions surging in Dugu Yan's heart. All her feelings were poured into that hug, her gratitude, and her growing affection for him.

Gently patting Dugu Yan's back to comfort her as she softly cried, Xiao Yu glanced at his system panel. He noticed that after his speech, Liu Erlong's affection points had increased by five, while Dugu Yan's had gone up by ten. Now, Dugu Yan's affection points had reached fifteen.

He could also open his first treasure chest anytime, but Xiao Yu wasn't in a hurry. Now was the time to capitalize on the situation and gather more affection points.

"It's nothing, Yanzi. Even if we had fought, I'm confident I could have beaten Yu Tianheng. Although he's stronger and older than me, there's one thing he lacks.

That's the unyielding spirit! Without that spirit, no matter how strong you are, you're just hollow inside. Even if he's stronger at the start, once the fight drags on, he'll definitely lose!"

Hearing Xiao Yu's words, Liu Erlong fell into deep thought.

It was true. Yu Tianheng had lost that fearless spirit he once had, and that's why he had become like this.

It was surprising that Xiao Yu, after such a short time, had already noticed this.

Liu Erlong's gaze toward Xiao Yu grew more complicated.

"Alright, Yanzi, men and women shouldn't be too intimate. Stop hugging him and come home with me!"

Dugu Bo, seeing his granddaughter clinging to Xiao Yu like a koala, let his emotions override his rationality and pulled them apart.

"Grandpa!!"

Dugu Yan pouted, but seeing the stern look in Dugu Bo's eyes, she didn't dare say more. There would be plenty of time in the future, so she just smiled at Xiao Yu.

"Xiao Yu, I'll come find you tomorrow!"

"Sure, Yanzi. You're always welcome to visit me!"

"Kid, I don't have many friends in my life, but you're one of them."

After a moment of hesitation, Dugu Bo also left with Dugu Yan.

Finally, only Xiao Yu and Liu Erlong remained outside.

"Teacher, how's your injury?"

Xiao Yu turned to Liu Erlong, concerned about her condition.

Liu Erlong smiled faintly.

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"It's fine. With the help of the healing Spirit Masters at the academy, I should recover in a few months. Xiao Yu, aren't you hungry? Let's eat first."

"Alright."

Xiao Yu and Liu Erlong began eating together.

"By the way, Xiao Yu, make sure to wash up properly later. You're filthy!"

"Okay!"

"Also, since we have nothing else to do, why don't I make up for what I owe you while you're bathing?"

Hearing this, Xiao Yu looked at Liu Erlong, whose face was slightly red, and shook his head.

"No, Teacher. Let's wait until you've fully recovered. You can owe me for now."

"You brat! I finally worked up the courage to say it, and you dare to refuse?! Don't think there'll be a next time!"

Liu Erlong ruffled Xiao Yu's hair and laughed.

"If there's no next time, then so be it. To me, you're the most important. Nothing matters more than you. Without you, I wouldn't be where I am today. Just treat what you said as a joke."

Xiao Yu rubbed the back of his head and spoke slowly.

"Xiao Yu, you..."

[Affection points increased by ten!]

[Current affection level for Liu Erlong: 59%]

Hearing this, Liu Erlong's expression changed, her face filled with complex emotions.

The feeling of being placed at the very center of someone's heart was something Liu Erlong hadn't experienced in a long time.

She had always been the one caring for others, but this was the first time she felt such care from someone else.

Now, feeling this warmth, Liu Erlong's beautiful face turned red with shyness. Her long legs, wrapped in black stockings, fidgeted restlessly.

"Teacher, are your legs uncomfortable? Do you want me to massage them for you?"

Seeing Liu Erlong's restless movements, Xiao Yu offered.

"Ah, yes, they're a bit sore. Maybe you could massage them..."

Blushing, Liu Erlong took the opportunity. She couldn't very well admit that her thoughts had wandered into inappropriate territory.

With Liu Erlong's consent, Xiao Yu put down his chicken leg and expertly lifted her black-stockinged leg. His hands gently kneaded her calf, and even through the stockings, he could feel the strength and firmness of her muscles.

If only he could be stepped on by those legs once...

"Mmm..."

Feeling Xiao Yu's hands moving along her calf, Liu Erlong's already flushed face turned even redder.