Douluo Continent: The Ice Dragon King Martial Soul, Ma Xiaotao is Addicted

Chapter 234 Xian Lin'er: Stop fooling around, I'll reward you tonight...

Upon hearing this, Qian Duoduo's enthusiasm was instantly dampened by this bucket of cold water.

The joy brought by the stunning beauty of Xian Lin'er hadn't even taken root in his heart before it was uprooted, leaving only vast desolation.

His ingratiating smile froze on his lips, and the light in his eyes quickly dimmed, like a deflated balloon. Even his tall figure appeared somewhat hunched over.

Although Xianlin'er had refused his request many times, he didn't know why, but he always felt that this time was different... as if he had lost something important...

But Xian Lin'er refused, so there must be something on her mind. If he asked again, Xian Lin'er might get angry.

"...I see...Then...Lin'er, don't overwork yourself, take care of yourself..."

He said these words of concern almost instinctively, and then he felt they were a bit superfluous.

Xian Lin'er gave a faint "hmm," and without giving Qian Duoduo any chance to speak, she said decisively, "I know, I'll get back to work now."

After Xian Lin'er finished speaking, she closed the door directly, not even giving Qian Duoduo a chance to enter the laboratory.

"Lin'er..."

Qian Duoduo opened her mouth, but ultimately said nothing.

He felt an indescribable tightness in his chest.

He could clearly feel the heart behind that heavy, cold metal door, a thousand miles away from him.

All words of concern seemed pale and powerless.

A profound sense of loss overwhelmed him.

The unpleasant experiences during the business trip, the exhaustion from rushing back, the breathtaking beauty and the surge of admiration that followed the moment the door opened, and now the embarrassment of being pushed away so forcefully…

A mix of complex emotions welled up inside him, making his heart pound with anxiety.

"Never mind, it's probably my period. It just happened at the wrong time of day..." In the end, Qian Duoduo sighed helplessly.

As for research or anything like that, after spending so much time with Xian Lin'er, he could tell at a glance that it was just a perfunctory excuse.

Well, at least Xianlin'er is still willing to put up with him, which means she still has feelings for him.

Thinking of this, Qian Duoduo immediately began to look forward to it.

If not today, and not tomorrow, then there must be time this month!
He simply couldn't believe that something like Xianlin'er's situation could last for a month!

The thought of having dinner with Xianliner this month immediately cheered Qian Duoduo up.

After taking one last look at Xianlin'er's laboratory, Qian Duoduo reluctantly turned and left.

……

……

"Phew, that guy's finally gone."

Xian Lin'er breathed a sigh of relief when she sensed Qian Duoduo's departure.

She now regrets marrying Qian Duoduo; she can't shake him off no matter what.

At the same time, she couldn't reveal to outsiders that she and Qian Duoduo had a fake marriage. If this were exposed, it would be a huge scandal.

Not only her and Qian Duoduo, but also her mother, could become a laughing stock and lose face.

"Teacher, has Dean Qian left?"

Ye Chen came up behind Xian Lin'er and naturally put his arm around her soft waist, resting his chin on her shoulder and gently inhaling the fragrance from her ear.

"Hmph, you'd better watch out. You can mess around in the lab, but if you dare to mess around outside, that's definitely not allowed."

Xianlin'er still gave her instructions with concern.

She was clearly afraid that Ye Chen might get addicted or act impulsively and start hugging and kissing her in public, which would then be caught by Qian Duoduo.

"Don't worry, I'm not that kind of child."

As Ye Chen spoke, he had already reached out his hand...

Xianlin'er: ...

"Crack~"

Xian Lin'er gently slapped Ye Chen's hoof away, and said coquettishly, "Stop it, we were just in the bathroom..."

Xianlin'er was speechless.

It's not that she dislikes Ye Chen's behavior; in fact, she enjoys it quite a bit and is even somewhat addicted to it.

However, as a Super Douluo and also Ye Chen's teacher, she definitely needs to have higher self-control and cannot let Ye Chen run wild.

"Alright alright."

Ye Chen smiled sheepishly, knowing he had gone too far.

But there was nothing she could do; Xian Lin'er was just too alluring, and so obedient too… “Alright, I need to go study my soul tool. You haven't studied in a long time, so take advantage of this time to focus on your studies, if you want…”

Xian Lin'er blushed and whispered, "I'll reward you properly tonight..."

"Okay, it's a deal!"

Ye Chen narrowed his eyes, already planning what to do that night.

Xian Lin'er gently broke free from Ye Chen's embrace and then walked towards her workstation.

After consuming the herb, she felt her hearing and vision were sharp, and she was incredibly energetic.

This situation presents a good opportunity to study soul tools.

If she's lucky and has a flash of inspiration, she might be able to create a real level nine soul tool.

Seeing this, Ye Chen didn't disturb Xian Lin'er, but left the laboratory to buy some food outside.

After all, I've used up a lot of protein and energy last night and today, so I need to eat something good to replenish myself.

Although he has a strong physique, he cannot produce things out of thin air. He must eat to replenish what he consumes. It's just that he replenishes himself quickly, as his food conversion rate and efficiency are extremely high.

……

……

Ye Chen stayed with Xian Lin'er for more than half a month.

After thoroughly satisfying Xian Lin'er, he left.

Of course, Ye Chen wasn't always neglecting his duties during this period.

Instead, he engaged in academic exchanges with Xianlin'er, as well as discussions about the subsequent research and development of soul tools.

The first thing is the industrial chain.

Ye Chen also gave Xian Lin'er many high-end soul tool making methods, all of which were level 6-8.

As for Ye Chen at level 9, he didn't take it out because even if he did, Xian Lin'er wouldn't be able to make it.

Even for level 8 soul tools, the entire Shrek Academy can only produce a handful.

Moreover, even if it is produced, sales channels will be a problem.

I don't buy what I can afford.

I want to buy things but can't afford them.

Therefore, level 6 soul tools are still the main type currently available, and this is also the case in the market.

Xianliner takes a high-end, boutique approach.

Meanwhile, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School takes a low-end, high-volume approach.

Both sides have similar potential, and how much they earn depends on their respective sales channels.

Moreover, this way it won't conflict with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's industrial chain.

They each sell their own products and make money, but they are completely different sales circles and do not interfere with each other.

As for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, good news also came.

Ye Chen's soul tool has been extremely well received by the market, and even though production has only just begun, orders have already exploded.

There were even orders from the Sun and Moon Empire.

Clearly, these suddenly appearing "brand new" soul tools have attracted the attention of the Sun Moon Empire.

Although Ye Chen's soul tools were not of high grade, they were all the latest products, which even the Sun Moon Empire had never had before.

If it could be resold to the Sun and Moon Empire, it would definitely make a fortune.

With the help of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and Xian Lin'er, Ye Chen maximized the value of the "Myriad Manifestations Record" and made a fortune.

Of course, Ye Chen couldn't possibly spend all that money on his own.

Ye Chen plans to invest all of this money in the development of the Tang Sect.

The first step is the training of Tang Sect disciples.

Now that we have money, we naturally can't mistreat our own people.

Ye Chen plans to spend money to upgrade all the academy's nutritional meals to the top level, and have the academy provide them directly to Jiang Nannan, Tang Ya, Wang Dong, Xiao Xiao, and also Ma Xiaotao, Ling Luochen, and Zhang Lexuan.

Not a single one can be left behind.

(End of this chapter)