Douluo Dalu: Immortal Dragon Clan

Zhu Lu gazed at Wen Yu's flawless smile, lost in thought for a moment before finally snapping out of it, her cheeks slightly flushed, and said, "Sister, you are really beautiful."

Only then did she understand why Dai Huabin was so enamored with the girl before her. Her graceful figure made even herself feel inferior; perhaps only the legendary angels could rival her.

Wen Yu's smile widened, her eyes sparkling: "Little sister is very cute too. By the way, I still don't know how to address you."

"Ah! I'm sorry!" Zhu Lu realized she hadn't introduced herself yet and quickly said, "My name is Zhu Lu, nice to meet you, Miss Wen Yu."

After watching the two of them go back and forth for a long time, she pursed her lips and said, "If I didn't know you were a woman, I really can't imagine how you could bewitch people."

Upon hearing this, Wen Yu remained smiling and said nothing more, but Zhu Lu blushed and lowered her head, not daring to meet Wen Yu's gaze.

At this moment, a wave of emotion washed over her, and she even felt that Dai Huabin paled in comparison to Wen Yu.

Wen Yu covered her mouth and chuckled, then asked curiously, "Where are you all headed?"

"Want to wander around a bit, wanna come together?" Xu Jiujiu extended an invitation.

“Alright, Lady White Tiger is sleeping peacefully. She’ll wake up a new her again.” Wen Yu nodded in agreement. She was thinking that when Huo Yuhao and his sister arrived, she could use their strength to achieve her goals.

Xu Jiujiu keenly caught the deeper meaning in her words and raised an eyebrow, saying, "I feel like there's something hidden in your words?"

Over the years, she has been "used" by Wen Yu quite a bit, and she is very familiar with her tricks.

Wen Yu smiled noncommittally and did not offer any further explanation. Before his ambitions were fully revealed, saying too much would only hinder the progress of the plan.

Seeing that she didn't answer, he stared at her back with dissatisfaction for a long time.

In the past two and a half years, I don't know how many times I've been used as a "tool". Every time I refused verbally, I still obediently gave in in the end. It's just like "you abuse me a thousand times, but I still treat you like my first love"!
Although Zhu Lu couldn't understand their coded language, being by Wen Yu's side, smelling her elegant scent, and feeling her composure, she felt an indescribable sense of comfort.

The three strolled through the White Tiger Duke's Mansion, where pavilions and towers were arranged in a well-organized manner, showcasing the luxurious style of the former royal family.

"The White Tiger Duke's mansion is practically a miniature palace!" Xu Jiujiu stared at the dazzling array of royal items, his eyes narrowing slightly, a hint of wariness in his voice.

Her brother had repeatedly warned her to be careful of this family, and now she understood that these presumptuous furnishings were a silent declaration that they had never given up their ambition to take back everything.

Wen Yu keenly noticed the strange look in Xu Jiujiu's eyes, and subtly leaned closer, her voice laced with seduction: "Faced with all this, do you really have no other thoughts?"

“Of course I have ideas, but this is ultimately something for my elder brother to worry about.” Xu Jiujiu took a half step back, deliberately widening the distance between them.

She knew Wen Yu's methods all too well and was determined not to give him any opening.

Sure enough, Wen Yu chuckled, a calculating glint in her eyes: "I know you have a fire burning inside you, and if you're willing, I have plenty of ways to make it burn."

Zhu Lu's expression changed drastically, and she froze on the spot as if struck by lightning.

Although she couldn't understand the deeper meaning behind their words, her intuition told her that listening any longer might lead to her death. She lowered her eyes in a panic, wishing she could leave this dangerous place immediately.

"Enough!" Xu Jiujiu glared at Wen Yu and shouted angrily in a low voice, "This is not your private residence. If these words get out, you may be fine, but I will definitely be in trouble!"

Wen Yu seemed not to hear, and turned to Zhu Lu with a smile, her tone so gentle it was chilling: "Miss Zhu Lu seems to be very sensible, she won't tell anyone about what happened today, will she?"

Zhu Lu lowered her head, her nails digging deeply into her palms. She should have stayed by her father's side instead of being unwittingly dragged into this turbulent conversation. She shrank back half a step, her voice trembling, "Um... I don't understand what you're saying."

Wen Yu's lips curved into a perfect arc, her eyes crinkling into crescent moons as she glanced at Xu Jiujiu, whose face was ashen: "See? She really can't understand."

Her fingertips unconsciously caressed the hem of her skirt, the pearl buttons gleaming coldly in the sunlight.

Xu Jiujiu suddenly turned his head, staring intently at Zhu Lu.

The girl's drooping eyelashes cast a fan-shaped shadow under her eyes. Although her whole body was tense, she also had an unusual calmness.

Xu Jiujiu instantly understood Wen Yu's scheme. This woman wanted to drag Zhu Lu, a naive girl, into the game, and that was probably her real intention.

Wen Yu stared at Xu Jiujiu for a long time. Her peach blossom eyes, which didn't reach her eyes with a smile, narrowed slightly. Seeing the other party's suddenly gloomy expression, she knew that this "princess" with some power had understood her hint.

"You're a madman in a gentle guise!" Xu Jiujiu gritted her teeth and spat out these words, grabbing Zhu Lu's wrist and pulling her out.

She needed to find a quiet place to explain things clearly, and she also needed to warn the girl that not a single word of today's conversation should be revealed.

Wen Yu leaned against the carved pillar, watching the two figures disappear into the distance, and lightly tapped her chin with her fingertips.

"I can't rush things."

She smiled knowingly. She had finally found the perfect vessel to help Acheng collect his luck; this game should be played slowly.

"Miss Wen Yu, why didn't you tell me you were coming today?"

A teasing voice suddenly rang out, pulling Wen Yu back to reality from her reverie. She secretly regretted forgetting about this troublesome young man.

Wen Yu raised her eyes, her gaze falling on the blond-haired youth in front of her, a mocking smile curving her lips: "Brother Dai Huabin, may I ask if you are someone very important to me? Why should I specifically greet you?"

Dai Huabin, who was walking confidently towards them, suddenly stopped in his tracks upon hearing Wen Yu's words.

But soon, he pretended to be calm and walked up to Wen Yu, saying in a tender tone, "Miss Wen Yu, you are the most beautiful girl I have ever seen, so please go out with me!"

Relying on your parents is not as good as relying on yourself. I'm brave enough to try this time, and maybe I'll succeed.

Wen Yu stared at Dai Huabin in front of her with an expression as if he were an idiot. She wanted to refuse him outright, but suddenly, the image of a certain "lazy dog" flashed through her mind. Her smile deepened, and she asked, "Are you planning to go to Shrek Academy?"

Dai Huabin, who had been anxiously awaiting Wen Yu's reply, was taken aback at first upon hearing this, but then, as if he had found common ground, he excitedly said, "That's right! Miss Wen Yu, are you also planning to go? Why don't we go together? I'm a power-attack type Soul Master, and you're a healing type Soul Master, I'm sure I can protect you!"

Looking at the excited Dai Huabin in front of her, Wen Yu thought to herself that she shouldn't give this "sycophant" a heavy blow directly, but should give him hope first, and then let him fall into despair.

"Do you know Mo Yan?" Wen Yu suddenly asked.

"Mo Yan?" Dai Huabin looked blank at first, but quickly realized, "You mean Mo Yan, the strongest girl in Shrek Academy's inner court?"

"It's good that you know." Wen Yu smiled. "I have a little grudge against her. If you can defeat her at Shrek Academy, I'll agree to date you. How about it?"

Mo Yan: ???
(End of this chapter)