Chapter 37: Becoming Zhang Lexuan's Godbrother
"Shhh—"
Ye Chen gently slid off Zhang Lexuan's long boots, revealing her small feet wrapped in sheer black silk stockings.
They were warm—but thankfully, not steaming.
The ultra-thin fabric shimmered faintly under the light, its smooth threads tracing every elegant curve of her feet. Her heels carried a delicate blush of pink, her arches soft and graceful.
When Ye Chen's hand brushed her heel, a springy warmth pressed lightly against his palm.
Despite years of cultivation, her soles hadn't become calloused—they were as supple as jade.
Thinking quietly, Ye Chen began massaging her feet in slow circles.
He wasn't exactly skilled, but relieving fatigue wasn't difficult.
"Mmm, good pressure~"
Zhang Lexuan's lips curled slightly, and her toes tapped Ye Chen's wrist through the silk as if approving.
Her gaze softened—filled with appreciation and something gentler.
She used to have Bei Bei massage her feet, but that fool would always complain that they "smelled" before running away. So immature.
How could the feet of a Spirit Master smell bad? At most, they carried a faint warmth...
Ye Chen, on the other hand, was obedient—he didn't hesitate at all before agreeing.
"So obedient... if only he were my younger brother," Zhang Lexuan murmured absentmindedly.
Ye Chen's hearing was sharp; he caught every word but pretended not to. "Senior Sister, what did you say?" he asked with a curious smile.
"I said... if only you were my little brother~"
Zhang Lexuan met his gaze and chuckled softly before reaching out to pinch his cheek.
Mmm… so soft...
"Well, that's not impossible. If Senior Sister is willing, I can be your godbrother," Ye Chen said earnestly, taking the hint she didn't dare voice aloud.
"Really?"
Her deep violet eyes brightened immediately, a genuine joy spreading on her face.
"Of course," Ye Chen nodded firmly. "I've always been an only child. I used to envy boys who had an older sister to look out for them. You're so strong… who wouldn't want a big sister like you?"
He grinned playfully.
"Hehe~ Then it's settled! From now on, I'm your big sister. I'll protect you and won't let anyone bully my little brother!"
Beaming with delight, Zhang Lexuan leaned forward and hugged his head tightly against her chest, playfully ruffling his hair.
"Mmm~ Big Sister's the best~" Ye Chen's muffled voice came from where his face was pressed.
An understanding, beautiful, powerful big sister—who wouldn't love that?
"Then it's decided."
Realizing how close they were, Zhang Lexuan quickly released him, her face tinted pink.
She had gotten too excited and forgotten how loosely she was dressed.
But it didn't matter. Ye Chen was her godbrother now—if he accidentally got away with something, she didn't mind.
"Alright, Xiao Chen, go and rest for now. When it's time to move, I'll have Xiao Tao come get you."
The massage had only been an excuse; she really just wanted an excuse to talk to him, to understand him better.
She hadn't expected things to go so well.
But with their mission tonight, keeping him too long would draw unnecessary attention—especially from Ma Xiaotao and Ling Luochen.
"Okay, I'll go rest then, Sister~" Ye Chen stood up, bowed politely, and left the room quietly.
As the door clicked shut—
"So obedient..."
Zhang Lexuan murmured under her breath, her eyes glimmering slightly.
Ever since meeting Ye Chen, she couldn't help but compare him to Bei Bei.
And every comparison deepened her admiration for Ye Chen.
In truth, Bei Bei couldn't even come close. Ye Chen outshone him in every way—talent, looks, strength, youth... everything.
Well, perhaps except age. Bei Bei had him beat by three years—that was his only permanent advantage.
Her feelings for Bei Bei had always been a mix of familiarity and admiration—admiration for his potential as one of Mu En's descendants.
The Thunder-Dragon martial soul, if cultivated well, could reach the Super Douluo level—or even the Limit Douluo realm one day.
But now, standing before her was someone whose talent utterly eclipsed that of her childhood sweetheart.
Naturally, she was drawn to him.
The near-worship she once held for Bei Bei had already begun to fade, leaving behind only familial fondness.
Ye Chen's presence in her life was reshaping that space within her heart.
Yet, instead of guilt, she felt... relief.
There had always been a chain in her heart—an old attachment that had made her restless for years.
Now it was unbinding. Slowly, peacefully. And for the first time in many years, she felt free.
...
...
After leaving Zhang Lexuan's room, Ye Chen didn't visit Ma Xiaotao or Ling Luochen.
Especially not Ma Xiaotao—he feared he might not be able to resist her.
There was a battle tonight. He couldn't let distractions affect her—or himself.
Even with Zhang Lexuan overseeing things, Ye Chen had no intention of taking unnecessary risks.
...
Time passed swiftly.
By midnight, he heard the neighboring door open—Ma Xiaotao and Ling Luochen were ready.
Ye Chen ended his cultivation, stepped outside, and walked toward them.
"Xiao Chen, did you rest well? You'll be fine tonight, right?" Ma Xiaotao asked, concern flickering in her eyes.
She was leading the assault and wouldn't be able to protect him once the fighting started.
Ye Chen nodded confidently, patting his chest. "Don't worry, Sister Xiao Tao. I'm not a kid anymore~"
He actually felt excited.
All his life, he'd lived under his family's protection—this would be his first real fight.
Now that he had the system and power, there was no reason to hide behind anyone anymore.
And honestly, powerful women soaked in bloodlust only became a hundred times more alluring.
He'd have to learn from that.
Fighting his own people was pointless.
Fighting enemies, though—rescuing beauties mid-battle? That never went out of style.
This world was built for such heroics.
"You're still the youngest here."
Ma Xiaotao rolled her eyes lightly.
Ye Chen twitched his lips.
If it weren't for the façade he had to maintain before Zhang Lexuan and Ling Luochen, he would've had a perfectly snarky comeback ready.
To slander him like that—simply unacceptable!
"Alright, move out before the situation changes," Zhang Lexuan ordered calmly, waving her hand, returning to her dignified demeanor. "I'll be observing from behind. Unless things go beyond your control, I won't intervene."
Her tone was calm but carried authority—undoubtedly that of Shrek's Senior Sister.
(END CHAPTER)
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