Chapter 439: Terrible Soundproofing

After parting ways with Mu Wanyu, Ye Guan made a beeline for Ao Qianqian’s classroom. When Ao Qianqian saw him, she instantly declared, “Class dismissed.”

The bewildered students turned their gaze toward Ye Guan.

Their eyes were filled with clear discontent.

Ao Qianqian’s classes were extremely popular because of her profound understanding of martial arts. She had surpassed many of the other teachers, so her classes were always full of students. However, Ao Qianqian would immediately conclude her class the moment Ye Guan arrived at her classroom.

Disregarding the students’ reactions, Ao Qianqian walked up to Ye Guan and suggested, “Let’s go grab a meal.”

“Sure!” Ye Guan exclaimed with a grin. Then, she held her hand and led her away, but a male student blocked their way. The male student greeted Ao Qianqian before turning to Ye Guan. “I heard that you're a teacher of the Sword Dao Department?”

Ao Qianqian frowned and questioned, “Chu Xuan, what are you up to?”

Chu Xuan was the most remarkable student in her class; he was a Ninth Stage martial artist and was one of the top four talents in the entire Milky Way Academy.

Ye Guan stared at Chu Xuan and smiled. “Yes.”

"I've long heard of your skills, and I admire you. Would you do me the honor of a friendly match?” Chu Xuan asked, smiling.

A challenge!

The classroom erupted into murmurs. While the outside world leaned toward peace and harmony, the Milky Way Academy was different, as it embraced a martial ethos. Moreover, many students resented Ye Guan.

The students thought of Ao Qianqian as a goddess, and they thought of Ye Guan as a mere mortal who had somehow captivated her. In other words, it wasn't strange that they were dissatisfied with Ye Guan.

Ao Qianqian frowned deeply at Chu Xuan's proposal.

Ye Guan caught the tension in the air and asked, “Is this because of Qianqian?”

“Not everyone is worthy of Teacher Ao," Chu Xuan said with a smile that carried a hint of disdain.

The rest of the students immediately cheered in support of Chu Xuan.

However, Ao Qianqian suddenly raised her hand and slapped Chu Xuan.

Smack!

Chu Xuan was blasted tens of meters away, dumbfounding the nearby students.

Ao Qianqian then swept a cold gaze across the bewildered students. "Do you have any business meddling with the man I've chosen? It seems all of you are in need of a lesson."

The students were stunned.

Ao Qianqian ignored them and walked away with Ye Guan. The pair soon arrived at a garden; there weren't any students around, but Ao Qianqian's expression remained cold as she walked down the garden without saying anything.

Ye Guan saw that and asked, "Why are you angry?"

Ao Qianqian shook her head. "I like you, and that’s my business. Our relationship has nothing to do with others. I don't want anyone to interfere in our affairs."

Ye Guan chuckled. "You're bound to be disappointed with that kind of expectation."

Ao Qianqian stared at Ye Guan.

Ye Guan smiled and explained, "You're so beautiful, so I'm sure there are many people here who like you."

Ao Qianqian shook her head and retorted. "I don't want anyone else to like me aside from you."

Ye Guan held Ao Qianqian's waist with both hands and kissed her forehead gently.

"I really like you a lot," Ye Guan confessed.

Ao Qianqian instantly blushed. Then, she pressed her face against Ye Guan's chest and muttered, "Unfortunately, you seem to like many other girls..."

"I can assure you that whenever I'm with you, you're my favorite."

Ao Qianqian closed her eyes and replied, "More—flatter me a bit more!"

Ye Guan felt a warm feeling well up in his chest as he stared at the gorgeous woman before him.

"Qianqian, I want to marry you..."

Ao Qianqian's face became as red as a tomato as she chided, "Don't mess around, or I-I'll complain to Little Jia when the time comes!"

Ye Guan's expression froze.

Ao Qianqian realized her mistake and suddenly felt embarrassed.

Ao Qianqian proceeded to give Ye Guan a playful smack, but Ye Guan flew several meters away upon getting hit. Ao Qianqian stiffened in disbelief. Moments later, Ao Qianqian came to her senses and rushed over to Ye Guan.

Ao Qianqian helped Ye Guan up and asked, sounding nervous, "A-Are you okay?"

Ye Guan spat out a mouthful of blood and revealed a wry smile. Ao Qianqian’s eyes shone in a mixture of guilt and self-blame as she gently wiped away the blood from the corner of his mouth using her sleeve.

"I'm sorry..." Ao Qianqian muttered.

Ye Guan shook his head, and a hint of sadness suffused his expression as he sighed and said, "It was my fault... If you don't want to marry me, then I won't bring it up again."

Ao Qianqian lowered her head and muttered, "I didn't say that I don't want to..."

Ye Guan grabbed Ao Qianqian’s hand and asked eagerly, "Really?!"

Ao Qianqian nodded slightly. "

Mmhmm.

"

Ye Guan grinned and said, "It doesn't hurt anymore."

Ao Qianqian shot him a dismissive glance as a warm feeling suffused her heart. She was about to carry Ye Guan in her arms, but the latter hurriedly said, "No need to carry me. I can walk by myself. Let's go grab a bite."

Ye Guan then rose to his feet and held Ao Qianqian's hand before leading her away. Ao Qianqian glanced at Ye Guan, and her lips unconsciously curled into a smile as they headed outside.

Ao Qianqian told Ye Guan the directions to the canteen, and Ao Qianqian effortlessly ordered an array of dishes upon arriving at the canteen. As it turned out, Ao Qianqian had become quite the foodie upon arriving at Blue Planet.

The dishes were eventually served, and Ao Qianqian picked up a lamb leg with her chopsticks, saying, "This one is pretty delicious. Have a taste."

Ye Guan smiled and took a bite without hesitation. His eyes narrowed in delight as he savored the exquisite flavors of the lamb leg. Ao Qianqian grinned upon seeing Ye Guan's reaction, and then she proceeded to eat her ordered dishes with relish.

They two ignored dining etiquette as they ate. Ao Qianqian tore into her food, eliciting a smile of tenderness from Ye Guan. Ye Guan realized just then that Ao Qianqian's love for mood definitely came from her dragon heritage.

Ao Qianqian looked up at Ye Guan and asked, "Do I look unattractive when I eat?"

Ye Guan shook his head and chuckled. "I enjoy watching you eat."

Ao Qianqian smiled softly and continued eating.

After a while, Ye Guan said, "I think we might have to leave soon.”

Ao Qianqian hesitated briefly before replying, "Sure."

"If you prefer staying here..." Ye Guan trailed off.

Ao Qianqian shook her head. "I will go wherever you go.”

"All right," Ye Guan said, nodding.

The leisurely meal soon ended, and Ao Qianqian looked up at Ye Guan.

"Will we have to face more life-and-death battles?”

Ye Guan nodded in confirmation, while Ao Qianqian nodded in understanding.

"While we're here, I'm going to try and track down my father," Ye Guan said.

"

Mmhmm,

" Ao Qianqian replied, nodding. She was also hoping to receive the blessings of Ye Guan's parents and then tie the knot with him under their watch.

Ao Qianqian wiped the table clean before smiling at Ye Guan and saying, “Let’s go!”

After settling the bill, the duo left the restaurant. Ao Qianqian led Ye Guan down the street at a leisurely pace while holding the latter's hand. Ao Qianqian was grinning as she recounted her adventurers here with Ye Guan. Occasionally, she would let out a peal of laughter that would drown out every single noise in the streets.

The two eventually reached a tranquil lakeside. The midday sun was strong and intense, but the autumn breeze softened its rays, creating a pleasant air. There were other couples and individuals enjoying themselves by the lake.

Ye Guan bought two sticks of candied hawthorn from a vendor.

Ye Guan handed one to Ao Qianqian, and the latter accepted it with a smile.

Ye Guan was reminded of Erya and Little White as she stared at Ao Qianqian enjoying the candied hawthorn. For some reason, Ye Guan felt like those two had completely forgotten him.

Were they not worried that he was in distress and needed help?

Ao Qianqian stared at the lake shimmering beneath the golden sunlight.

"How long has it been since we last merged?"

Ye Guan pondered for a moment before responding, "It's been a long time."

"I have a little surprise for you the next time we merge," Ao Qianqian said, smiling mysteriously at Ye Guan.

Ye Guan was instantly intrigued. "What do you mean 'surprise'?"

"Well, you won't be surprised if I tell you, so it's a secret," Ao Qianqian replied, sounding playful, which made Ye Guan laugh.

Ao Qianqian wrapped her arm around Ye Guan's arm and rested her head on his shoulder before muttering, "This feels really great..."

Ye Guan held Ao Qianqian's waist and started smiling in satisfaction as the two of them walked down the streets of Yanjing, exploring every nook and cranny of Yanjing until nightfall in a rare moment of leisure.

It was night, so the two had decided to part ways. They were standing right in front of Ao Qianqian's dormitory building, and Ye Guan couldn't help but suggest, "Shall I send you upstairs?"

Ao Qianqian declined. "No need."

Ye Guan said, "I'll just pop in for a quick sip of water."

Ao Qianqian shot Ye Guan an embarrassed glare, but she chose not to respond. Ye Guan could only let out a sigh of resignation.

Just then, Ao Qianqian tiptoed and pecked his lips. Then, Ao Qianqian blushed and said softly, "The dormitory's soundproofing is terrible."

With that, she swiftly turned around and dashed up the stairs.

Terrible soundproofing?

Ye Guan stood blankly before bursting out into laughter moments later. After a while, Ye Guan finally decided to leave.

Just as he was about to walk out of the academy to call it a day, a group of people surrounded him. Chu Xuan stood at the helm of the group of students. Ye Guan recognized them, as they were all Ao Qianqian’s students.

Ye Guan remained calm as he faced them.

𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

Chu Xuan locked eyes with Ye Guan, and his expression darkened as he said, "I initially thought you were a man, but it turns out that all you do is hide behind a woman. You pathe—”

Swoosh!

A cold silver trail was left in the air as a beam of sword pierced Chu Xuan's forehead, interrupting his tirade. Everyone stared in shock as Ye Guan swept a cold gaze across them.

Fortunately for them, Ye Guan merely glanced at them before he hopped onto his sword and transformed into a streak of sword light that vanished into the night sky.

Ye Guan flew in circles for a few moments before disappearing into the horizon, leaving behind a trail of light that made him appear like a shooting star.

The students could only stare at the sky in a daze. It turned out that Ye Guan was a Sword Immortal all this while. They stared in disbelief at the lingering trail of sword light that Ye Guan left behind.

Meanwhile, Ye Guan skilfully guided his sword down to land. As soon as he landed, his face immediately turned pale. Sword Manipulation was clearly taking a toll on him, and he felt incredibly weak at the moment.

Ye Guan shook his head with a wry smile; the cool display had left him utterly exhausted. Ye Guan stood still, taking a moment to recover some of his energy before making a beeline for Cizhen’s residence. Ye Guan stood before her door and knocked politely on the door instead of barging in without knocking.

The door was opened quickly, revealing Cizhen standing behind the door. Clad in an elegant ice silk nightgown, Cizhen's striking beauty instantly captivated Ye Guan.

Ye Guan felt his blood boil at the captivating scene. However, even Ye Guan himself was startled by his reaction, and he couldn't help but mutter to himself,

This damned Mad Demon Bloodline is seriously perverted...

Mad Demon Bloodline: What the heck?