Zither Emperor Chapter 167 45_1

167: 45_1 167: 45_1 The weather today was quite pleasing.

Although the temperature was still chilly, the brilliant sunshine brought a touch of warmth to the people of Milan City.

Winter had already begun to depart, could spring be far off?

“Knock knock.” The sound of knocking echoed, and the familiar and pleasant voice of Xiang Luan came from outside the dormitory, “Ye Yinzhu, we’re here.”

Today marked the day they had agreed on, it was also the time for Haiyang’s last treatment.

Just as Ye Yinzhu had instructed, at noon, Xiang Luan acpanied Haiyang to Ye Yinzhu and Sura’s dormitory.

Sura had gone out, and it was Ye Yinzhu who opened the door and guided Haiyang and Xiang Luan into the room.

Both young women were dressed to impress today.

Xiang Luan wore a pink fur coat that pletely wrapped her delicate body, revealing only a pretty face that was pleasing when sullen and marvelous when cheery.

The stunning coat plemented her regal and elegant demeanor, adding a few touches of brilliance.

In contrast, Haiyang appeared much more plain, clad in a white fur coat that seemed slightly thinner.

Her long black hair was concealed within the coat, her deep black eyes flickered with anxious glances, and her head was lowered, as if she dared not look at Ye Yinzhu.

Both of her spring-like tender hands were clasped together in front of her, and her slender crystal-like nails shone a faint glow.

Ye Yinzhu closed the dormitory door, shutting out the cold outside, and said with a smile, “Sit down, both of you.” Then he shouted towards the bedroom, “Li Sha, they’re here.

Can you please leave the bedroom?”

Apparently, the cold didn’t affect Li Sha as she was always in her silver robe.

When Li Sha walked out of the bedroom, Haiyang and Xiang Luan couldn’t help but fix their gazes onto Li Sha.

Xiang Luan looked at Li Sha in surprise, then at Ye Yinzhu.

Apart from being shocked, there were a few streaks of anger flashing in her eyes, she frowned and asked, “Ye Yinzhu, who is she?”

Just as Ye Yinzhu was about to answer, he noticed Haiyang’s expression.

In an instant, he felt a pang in his heart, as if the Zi Zhu Magic Needle had been plunged into his heart.

Haiyang’s deep black eyes did not have as rich an expression as Xiang Luan’s, but they looked very hollow.

The icy coldness that had once melted seemed to reappear, and this time, it seemed to be frozen deeper than ever.

Her hands turned pale due to being gripped tightly.

Suddenly, the atmosphere inside the dormitory became eerily silent.

Seeing that Ye Yinzhu didn’t answer, Xiang Luan was angered, “I didn’t expect this from you.

You’ve been harboring a girl here.

How old are you this year?”

“It’s not what you think.”, Ye Yinzhu quickly attempted to explain.

But for some reason, after seeing the change in Haiyang’s demeanor, he felt his ability to form explanations was failing.

“Then what is it?

Ye Yinzhu, you’d better explain clearly,” Xiang Luan pointed directly at Ye Yinzhu’s nose and raised her hand on her hip, portraying extreme displeasure.

She looked as if she was about to equally furious with Ye Yinzhu.

“Sister Xiang Luan, please stop.

Let’s go,” Haiyang grabbed Xiang Luan’s hand, not looking at Ye Yinzhu nor at Li Sha, and headed towards the exit.

Just as Haiyang prepared to pull Xiang Luan and leave, she suddenly saw a flash of silver light in front of her eyes, and another person appeared, blocking their path.

“Didn’t expect such a temper from you.

You’re Xi Duofu’s granddaughter, right?

If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t have to wait here for ten days,” The one blocking their route was Li Sha.

She didn’t intend to help Ye Yinzhu.

She just wanted the treatment to be over as soon as possible so that she could take Ye Yinzhu back to Silver Dragon City.

Haiyang was taken aback.

The sudden appearance of this woman was obviously not due to the power of Douqi.

It was as if the elegant woman in the silver robe had just appeared out of thin air.

The magic elements in the air told her that this was indeed instant teleportation magic.

Xiang Luan’s reaction was quicker than that of Haiyang.

“Wait for ten days?

Are you the one sent by Silver Dragon City?” While others might not understand, Xiang Luan certainly would.

She not only knew about the trouble that Ye Yinzhu was facing from Silver Dragon City, but she was also aware of the incident where Ye Yinzhu stayed back for Haiyang that day.

She knew that Haiyang was deeply moved by this.

Therefore, when they unexpectedly found a beautiful woman in Ye Yinzhu’s room today, she reacted strongly, speaking out for Haiyang.

Ye Yinzhu forced a smile and conceded, “It’s precisely her.

She even took over the bedroom that Sura and I use.”

Xiang Luan immediately understood the situation.

The anger cleared from her face as she returned to her normal state.

Seemingly amused, she laughed heartily like a spring thawing.

Even Li Sha couldn’t help but be slightly startled by her laughter.

Xiang Luan leaned over to whisper something into Haiyang’s ear.

After hearing Xiang Luan’s words, Haiyang gradually regained some color in her pale face.

She glanced at Li Sha who was blocking her path, then she slowly turned her body.

A blush rose onto her half exposed face; however, she didn’t say anything.

At this point, she realized that her previous reaction was overly dramatic and unlike that of a friend.

She was embarrassed and unsure of what to do next.

Her crystal-like nails intertwined again under the guidance of her slender fingers, but this time the emotion was pletely different from before.

Ye Yinzhu obviously didn’t understand the matters of a girl’s heart, he just stood there foolishly watching them.

He thought to himself, ‘Doesn’t Haiyang understand yet?

Elder Sister Xiang Luan should have told her what happened, right?’

Xiang Luan nudged Haiyang towards Ye Yinzhu with a smile, “Alright, since it was all a misunderstanding, let’s leave it at that.

Let’s get started.

Yinzhu, didn’t you say that the best time to perform the treatment is at noon when the yang energy is the strongest?”

“Oh.” Ye Yinzhu responded and made a gesture to Haiyang to proceed, then headed towards the bedroom.

Haiyang bit her lower lip, glanced at Xiang Luan next to her, and received an encouraging look in return.

Suppressing her shyness, she followed Ye Yinzhu into the bedroom.

Just as she reached the door, Ye Yinzhu, who had already entered, came out and accidentally bumped into Haiyang.

“Ah!

What are you doing?” Haiyang took a few steps back, startled like a frightened bird.

Ye Yinzhu awkwardly said, “I’m sorry, Senior Haiyang, did I bump into you?

I just wanted to let Senior Sister Xiang Luan and Li Sha know that during the treatment, there must be absolutely no interruptions.

Otherwise, it could be dangerous.”

Xiang Luan moved over to Haiyang’s side and laughed, “Alright, you two go ahead.

I’ll stand guard here to make sure no one disturbs you.

But Yinzhu, you can’t take advantage of our Haiyang, okay?” As she spoke, she shot a fierce glare at Ye Yinzhu, brandishing her tiny, non-threatening fist.

Seeing Ye Yinzhu nod, Xiang Luan whispered into Haiyang’s ear, “Don’t be silly, what are you afraid of?

Yinzhu’s such a naive boy, he doesn’t understand anything.

Just relax a bit.

Even if you’re into him, you should recover your looks first!

If he dares to bully you, just scream.”

Haiyang mumbled, “Yinzhu wouldn’t…

”

Xiang Luan chuckled, “Just a moment ago, someone was ready to leave all heartbroken, but now you’re sticking up for him.

Haiyang, you’ve really fallen for this naive young boy.”

Perhaps due to Xiang Luan’s provocation, Haiyang finally regained her posure.

She gave Xiang Luan a glance and responded, “Have you ever seen someone with a pure heart standing their ground and repelling an enemy in the face of tens of thousands of beastmen?

Sister Xiang Luan, you don’t see Ye Yinzhu as clearly as I do.” After speaking, she quickly entered the bedroom, not giving Xiang Luan a chance to reply.

Xiang Luan stood frozen, watching as the bedroom door closed.

Haiyang’s words echoed in her mind, “Did I really misread him?”

“She’s right, Ye Yinzhu isn’t as simple as he seems,” Li Sha’s cold voice startled Xiang Luan.

Even though Xiang Luan and Haiyang had been speaking softly, to the Silver Dragon who could manipulate magical elements with ease, their conversation was no secret.

Xiang Luan turned to face Li Sha and asked, “You also think Yinzhu isn’t as simple as he seems?

But he’s so innocent!”

Unphased, Li Sha responded, “Although he’s innocent, he’s smart.”

Xiang Luan was skeptical, “Maybe.

But I still think of him as a cute little brother.”

Li Sha, being a thousand-year-old dragon in the body of a sixteen or seventeen-year-old human, knew more than Xiang Luan, “Do you know that ‘little brother’ carries another meaning?”

“Uh….” Xiang Luan just realized her slip of the tongue.

Quick to react, she changed the subject, “Sister, you’re a Silver Dragon, right?

Have you chosen a master yet?

How about partnering with me?

I can meet all your conditions.”

Stunned by Xiang Luan’s captivating smile that rivalled a Divine Artifact, Li Sha asked, “You can meet all of my conditions?”

“Yes!” Xiang Luan answered seriously.

“I’ve always wanted to partner with a magical beast, and you’re so beautiful, Sister.

Why not partner with me?

I’m a Divine Music Master; with your protection, I won’t be in a disadvantage anymore.

Don’t Silver Dragons like treasured items and delicious food?

I can provide you with that.

Ever since I was little, I’ve wanted a Silver Dragon as my magical beast.

In a way, the Milan Empire and the Silver Dragons represent each other, and we’re inseparable.

As the only princess of Milan Empire, I don’t think my status will be a disgrace to you, Sister.”

Purple glint shone in Li Sha’s eyes as if she were trying to see through Xiang Luan.

Xiang Luan, however, was unfazed by her stare and kept a hopeful look in her beautiful eyes.

Satisfied, Li Sha nodded, “That you dare look directly into a Silver Dragon’s eyes suggests you harbor no darkness within.

And I can tell, you’re still pure.

You’ve met the basic requirements for a Silver Dragon contract.

Coupled with your status as an ally of our Silver Dragon City, the princess of the Milan Empire, you do have the possibility of signing a contract with a Silver Dragon.

However, you’re strength is still a bit lacking, Silver Dragons only contract with the strong.”

(To be continued…

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