Douluo Continent: Martial Soul Heavenly Dao Umbrella, Seven Kills Annihilation

Chapter 172 It's just holding hands, it should be fine, right?
Of course, that was just a dream.

Even as the event was drawing to a close, she still couldn't change the outcome of the failure.

Perhaps, simply squeezing into that man's world is already quite good.

Hu Liena was sleeping soundly and didn't want to get out of bed for a while.

But she felt something pulling at her cheeks, pouted, and whispered, "Brother... I want to sleep a little longer..."

Jiang Nian silently looked at the lazy little fox, calculating that it had been sleeping for six hours already.

Even a pig should wake up by now.

Faced with the choice between hurting himself and hurting Na'er, he unhesitatingly chose to hurt others.

A tickle under her armpit and Hu Liena woke up in less than five seconds.

"Mmm~ Senior! It tickles..."

"The sun's already high in the sky. If you sleep this much next time, you'll get a spanking." Jiang Nian pointed outside, indicating that they could go have breakfast.

"A spanking?" Hu Liena's dazed eyes cleared somewhat, and she suddenly felt that this punishment wasn't so bad after all...
She pursed her lips, and her cheeks turned pink and tender.

"Let's go."

Jiang Nian stepped off the carriage first, looked at the small town in front of him, and prepared to find a breakfast shop.

He wouldn't eat compressed rations unless absolutely necessary.

Hu Liena stretched and wanted to wash up; she had a sweet dream last night…

Yeah, it's really uncomfortable.

Jiang Nian took her to a hotel room, planning to eat after they finished showering, there was no rush.

"Brother...this is my first time..." Hu Liena rubbed her little hands shyly, her heart pounding.

I suddenly felt a sense of anticipation for what was to come.

Booking a room...

Could it be that Brother Jiang Nian wants to...
When the time comes, will she accept it, accept it, or accept it?
"What the hell?" Jiang Nian grabbed Hu Liena's ear speechlessly and led her into the room without explanation.

"Go wash up. What kind of weird things are you thinking about? Stop reading those unhealthy books."

Hu Liena blushed, and stomped her feet, making the sound a little louder: "I didn't! I won't look at those pictures..."

"Did I mention the drawing?" Jiang Nian looked meaningfully at the shy girl in front of him, secretly sighing that those artists were truly despicable!
They're corrupting these children.

"Senior brother, you're so mean!" Hu Liena covered her face and hid in the bathroom. She closed the door and prepared to take a shower.

"The way she addresses me changes so quickly..." Jiang Nian shook his head. He felt that this girl was already hopelessly addicted to it.

Never mind, it's just a name.

It's not too hard to accept.

Hu Liena ran into the bathroom, clutching her heaving chest. After calming down a bit, she clenched her small fists and let out a soft hum.

"Never mind, I'll take a shower first."

Hu Liena quickly took off her clothes, and her neck turned red again.

At the same time, he started spacing out again.

Waking up from that kind of dream makes you feel very lost.

People or things that are out of reach in reality can be easily obtained in dreams.

If we could control dreams, that would be perfect.

Hu Liena sighed softly, put her clothes aside, filled the bathtub with hot water, and stepped in with her little feet.

"If only Brother Jiang Nian could bathe with me..."

The girl rubbed her thighs together, submerged her head in the water, and gurgled around. Slowly, she felt her thoughts wandering, thinking about things she shouldn't be thinking about...

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Half an hour later, Hu Liena walked out of the bathroom with a flushed face. She was wrapped in a bath towel, revealing her enchanting figure. Her wet short hair was loose, and her face was as tender and delicate as a lotus emerging from the water.

Jiang Nian glanced at it, admired it for a few seconds, and then looked away.

The table was covered in food.

"Go change your clothes," Jiang said softly.

"No, my body isn't dry yet, I don't want to change so early."

Hu Liena muttered something, her small feet slipping on slippers as she sat down next to Jiang Nian, her ample bosom outlining a slight curve.

She exuded a unique, youthful fragrance that was both pleasant and intoxicating. Jiang Nian covered her thighs with her coat to prevent any potential accidents.

"Let's eat."

"Hmm." Hu Liena stretched out her fair arm, picked up a steamed bun, and ate it in small bites.

He squinted his eyes, looking quite satisfied.

Jiang Nian raised an eyebrow and tried it as well. He thought it was just average, barely edible. But seeing Hu Liena's satisfied expression, he thought it was delicious.

Indeed, everyone has different appetites.

"Na'er, are the steamed buns delicious?"

"Oh?" The girl glanced at him and shook her head: "It's alright."

"Although it's not as good as the Spirit Hall's, it was bought by my senior brother, and I think it tastes delicious."

As she spoke, she took another big bite, squinted her eyes and smiled sweetly, her cheeks puffed out.

Jiang Nian smiled helplessly, thinking to himself that he was just like Xiao Xue.

However, it looks like it should be easy to keep.

One of the obsessions of many boys is perhaps wanting a younger sister.

He thought it was fine.

Although she is a half-sister.

Jiang Nian took a bite of the steamed bun, giving himself a strong mental pep talk.

Um···

I am innocent and have a clear conscience.

After breakfast, Hu Liena kept pestering him to go out and play.

He wasn't planning on going at first, but...

Girls who love to act cute are just irresistible.

Jiang Nian couldn't resist and agreed to her request.

I feel so sorry for Xiaoxue...

However, it was just shopping, nothing more.

"Senior brother, would you like some candied hawthorn?"

"Do not."

"Hey~ have one! Have one!"

"Good good."

Hu Liena chuckled, gently shook her head, and her beautiful eyes almost reached for the sky.

She knew that as long as she acted cute, this seemingly cold but actually warm-hearted boy wouldn't refuse her.

Take advantage!

Of course, this only applies to things that don't violate his principles. If it were anything else, he probably wouldn't listen even if you shouted yourself hoarse.

Sometimes she's so gentle it's endearing, and other times she's so cold it's heartbreaking.

Hu Liena sighed inwardly, turned her head to look at Jiang Nian eating candied hawthorns beside her, brushed her hair with her left hand, and accidentally touched the back of his hand with her right hand.

She bit her upper lip with her lower teeth, her heart racing slightly.

Seeing that he didn't react, she continued to rub him.

Jiang Nian stopped what he was doing, turned his head to look at her, and felt that he might have been overthinking it, so he continued eating the candied hawthorn.

It's a national staple food; even if I were to travel through time, I still couldn't resist one.

Hu Liena was internally ranting and raving, while simultaneously cheering herself on.

Since it's just the two of them here, why not be a little bolder?!

What if, what if Brother Jiang Nian also has feelings for me?
He shouldn't refuse me if it's just holding hands, right?
Hu Liena stole a glance, mustered her courage, slipped her small hand into the large one, and held it tightly.

Jiang Nian paused, remained silent for a moment, and then applied a little more force to his palm.

(End of this chapter)