Chapter 445: True Love Begins With A Lie

Ye Wenxin had intended to use Gu Xiangsi as an excuse, but she didn’t expect Jin Xiaoqin to respond this way. She glanced around and then fixed her gaze on Long Qing’er. “I’ll sleep with Senior Sister Long.”

Long Qing’er, who had often used Ye Wenxin as a pillow, also showed a look of reluctance. It seemed that due to Fairy Fengya, she was somewhat unwilling to share a bed with Ye Wenxin.

“This is quite inconvenient. How about you just make do with Elder Jin, Junior Sister Wenxin? After all, these are special times. I’m currently sharing a bed with Master myself.” Long Qing’er desperately hinted to Ye Wenxin, hoping Ye Wenxin wouldn’t be a hindrance and break their beautiful master-disciple relationship.

Ye Wenxin was determined not to agree, so she turned to Fairy Fengya and said, “My master needs a good resting environment after an exhaustive night. Since none of us have any pressing matters tonight, let’s squeeze together and provide a good sleeping environment for Master.” Ye Wenxin spoke so earnestly that it would have moved any outsider who heard her.

However, Jin Xiaoqin knew that Ye Wenxin was far from obedient. Her refusal irritated Jin Xiaoqin, whose lips curled into a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. But as it was improper to scold Ye Wenxin in front of everyone, she looked at Fairy Fengya and asked, “School Master Fengya, what do you think we should do?”

Jin Xiaoqin just passed the ball to Fairy Fengya, who usually couldn’t be bothered to care about such matters. Fairy Fengya gave a cold glance and responded, “I will be on patrol tonight.”

Her one sentence completely changed the awkward situation. Without Fairy Fengya around, Long Qing’er had no reason to refuse, and Ye Wenxin felt she could finally sleep peacefully.

Just as she relaxed, she felt Fairy Fengya’s very obvious gaze on her. Ye Wenxin was often unclear whether Fairy Fengya was truly naïve, or just deeply obsessed. Since she was the one benefiting from the situation, Ye Wenxin had no intention of foolishly alerting Fairy Fengya that someone named Ye Wenxin was deceiving her. She gave her assent and planned to have a friendly sleepover with Long Qing’er…

As the night deepened, Fairy Fengya left the tent, leaving Long Qing’er and Ye Wenxin in a staring contest. Thanks to her respected status as Fairy Fengya’s disciple, Long Qing’er had a rare two-person tent. There were some simple daily necessities inside, making it look a little lived-in.

A familiar scent filled the interior of the tent, a clear indication that Fairy Fengya had indeed stayed here. However, the thought of the seemingly non-competitive Long Qing’er climbing into Fairy Fengya’s bed still displeased Ye Wenxin.

Long Qing’er was equally displeased with Ye Wenxin. The two, who had originally met because of Fairy Fengya, found their relationship becoming increasingly complicated because of this woman.

“Junior Sister Wenxin. You already have your master. Why do you have to compete with me for my master?” Long Qing’er’s tone was confrontational, and coupled with her inherent haughtiness, she now gave off the impression of a minor villainous character.

“I’m not competing with you for your master. Haven’t you noticed that I’m actually competing with your master for you?” Ye Wenxin protested this statement. Long Qing’er, who had been angry, seemed to freeze at Ye Wenxin’s words.

Ye Wenxin felt awkward, not expecting that such a cheesy line would be so effective. In truth, it was just a soap opera line she suddenly recalled, but she hadn’t thought Long Qing’er would seriously consider it. She never had such a subtle change in attitude before.

As Ye Wenxin carefully reflected, she realized that ever since their reunion in the secret realm, Long Qing’er had been consciously avoiding her. The person in question seemed to remember as well.

Long Qing’er, a little slow to catch on, couldn’t help but ask another question: “You… are you serious?”

Just as Ye Wenxin thought she might have taken things too far, she noticed Long Qing’er bit her lip, her expression becoming even more serious. “Even if you have feelings for me, it’s useless. I’ve admired my master for a long time, and I will win her heart no matter what. So, I’m sorry, but I can’t return your feelings, Junior Sister Wenxin.”

Long Qing’er’s stubborn rejection didn’t surprise Ye Wenxin. However, she felt that Long Qing’er’s romantic efforts were futile.

One could not conquer someone like Fairy Fengya with sincerity and love. She was too cold, too distant, and without some special means, she would never lay her eyes on anyone.

Despite this thought, Ye Wenxin still feigned deep affection, determined to see this lie through to the end. “I won’t give up, Senior Sister.”

“You’re truly a fool…” Long Qing’er laughed softly, but her wariness toward Ye Wenxin seemed to fade significantly. However, she still appeared concerned and couldn’t help but ask again, “Do you really like me? Not my master?”

She kept seeking reassurance, as if worried that Ye Wenxin was just deceiving her, or maybe Long Qing’er simply lacked a sense of security.

“Of course, Senior Sister. My feelings for you are as clear as the sun and moon,” Ye Wenxin replied smoothly with sweet words. She also found that lies were easier for her to say than truths.

Long Qing’er was indeed adequate—her appearance and family background were both exceptional. However, if Ye Wenxin truly got involved with this princess, it wouldn’t end well for her. There was no way Ye Wenxin would allow anything outside the plot to happen. Besides, in this world, the only person she genuinely cared about was her best friend.

“I believe you, so stop repeating that.” Long Qing’er finally started to feel embarrassed. She lowered her head, seemingly reminded of the Ye Wenxin she had encountered in the illusion, which had almost shaken her unwavering dedication to Fairy Fengya.

In that illusion, an eager Ye Wenxin had transformed into a beauty who even outshone Fairy Fengya. That beauty, aside from her master Fairy Fengya and her aunt Long Qingyue, became the third person Long Qing’er worshiped.

“By the way, during that secret realm expedition, did you encounter anyone else?” Long Qing’er recalled that she had indeed seen Demon Lord Gu Qingcheng back then.

Long Qing’er had no idea when exactly that esteemed person had put the defensive blood seal on her, nor did she understand why that esteemed person had saved her a second time. However, a vague sense was beginning to form in her mind, that all of this had something to do with Ye Wenxin.

Ye Wenxin’s face bore a slight smile as she gave an unruffled response, “No, and didn’t you ask me about this last time? Why are you suddenly bringing it up again?”

Long Qing’er also smiled, masking her disappointment as she murmured, “It’s nothing special, really. It just so happened that someone had saved me that day, and I wanted to thank her, that’s all.”