Chapter 155: Do You Have Someone You Like?

The Sect Master squeezed out a smile and said somewhat awkwardly, “That’s all rumors. Junior Sister is so dedicated to cultivating immortality that something like the Immortal Sect Grand Tournament is beneath her notice.”

“Is that so? But I heard that Fairy Fengya has taken on a disciple.” Long Qingyue continued nonchalantly, as if she had already thoroughly investigated everything about the Azure Wings Sect.

The Sect Master became more embarrassed. Seeing Long Qingyue so well-informed about his sect, whatever he said seemed futile.

“What if my Golden Age Dynasty were to send something to the Azure Wings Sect?” Long Qingyue casually added another chip, looking at Ye Wenxin, who was still standing there waiting for the next round of competition.

Although Fairy Fengya was famous, Long Qingyue had missed the chance to see her. She was even more curious about what kind of matchless beauty this Fairy Fengya possessed that could make her good friend willingly become an ordinary disciple just to meet her, to have Ye Wenxin so focused to this extent.

Long Qingyue narrowed her eyes slightly as the Sect Master of the Azure Wings Sect beside her brightened up upon hearing her words.

In recent years, the Azure Wings Sect and the Golden Age Dynasty had the broadest cooperation, with many things provided by the dynasty. Without a doubt, the Golden Age Dynasty would become the ultimate backing for the Azure Wings Sect. When Long Qingyue voluntarily mentioned sending things again, how could the Sect Master not be delighted?

But as the Sect Master, he still had to put on airs and declined Long Qingyue’s offer.

“Well… I shouldn’t, but since Her Highness the Eldest Princess wants to get acquainted with Junior Sister Fengya, I will definitely find a way.” As Long Qingyue had already spoken, the Sect Master could only agree reluctantly.

Long Qingyue listened silently with a smile, motioning for Xiao Zhang standing nearby to push the wheelchair into the shadows. She continued smiling, giving off the illusion of warmth.

Xiao Zhang was tense; in her eyes, all of Her Highness’s gentleness was just a disguise.

Long Qingyue noticed Xiao Zhang’s demeanor, smiled lightly, and had to ask, “Xiao Zhang, what do you think of Ye Wenxin?”

She saw Xiao Zhang’s body tremble involuntarily, as if feeling incredulous about Long Qingyue’s question.

A few seconds later, Xiao Zhang replied, “To answer Your Highness, Miss Ye is talented.”

Covered in black from head to toe, a mask hid her nervous face.

“Don’t be so afraid; I’m just asking.” Long Qingyue smiled even more brightly,  her hand on Xiao Zhang.

Xiao Zhang felt like she was facing a formidable enemy, but she dared not make any unnecessary movements. She let Long Qingyue hold her, and a surge of Qi entered her body.

Long Qingyue seemed to be probing her, but Xiao Zhang did not understand what she had done to evoke such a response.

“Huh. Nothing happened at all.” In an instant, Long Qingyue’s expression turned from disappointment to disbelief at her discovery.

“Your Highness, what do you mean?” Xiao Zhang was even more puzzled. She assumed Long Qingyue had discovered that Ye Wenxin was the doctor who cured her, but Long Qingyue seemed more interested in her body.

Not knowing where this interest came from gave Xiao Zhang the heebie-jeebies.

“Do you have someone you like, Xiao Zhang?” Even more bizarre was that Long Qingyue, who never cared about her personal life, suddenly asked such a question.

Xiao Zhang maintained a submissive posture, immediately responding, “I have never had anyone.”

“Oh, that’s a pity. I’ve noticed you’ve been looking quite lovely lately, so I thought you might already have someone special.” Long Qingyue looked at her subordinate’s dishonesty, her smile not fading. She was pondering whether Xiao Zhang’s crush might be the legendary ‘Ye Liangchen’.

“The Golden Age Dynasty is everything to me; I have no romantic feelings.” Xiao Zhang was drenched in cold sweat, feeling nervous, worried that her feelings for Ye Wenxin would be discovered.

Ethics and morals were trivial to her, but Xiao Zhang was afraid that her feelings would become the reason for Ye Wenxin’s demise.

As a Secret Guard, she could not have any attachments, as they could become future threats. So from a young age, Xiao Zhang dared not develop any admiration for anyone. However, she had foolishly developed feelings for someone she should not have.

The more she thought about it, the more frightened Xiao Zhang became. She kneeled before Long Qingyue, praying that Long Qingyue would not discover her feelings.

“Well, you’re truly devoted, Xiao Zhang. Don’t be afraid; I was just curious and didn’t mean anything special by it.” Long Qingyue said something similar again, leaving Xiao Zhang unsure of how to express her fear.

Suddenly, Long Qingyue stopped asking. She turned her attention back to Ye Wenxin, who was now on stage, with a slight smile playing on her lips.

Xiao Zhang sighed with relief but had more doubts. Long Qingyue seemed quite interested in Ye Wenxin. However, as a subordinate, Xiao Zhang dared not speak of it. She could only accompany Long Qingyue, listening to her occasional comments.

“This person is going to lose.”

“This person is quite interesting.”

Long Qingyue made brief comments, already knowing the outcome as soon as the match began. She watched Ye Wenxin’s performance intently, occasionally smiling and occasionally offering praise, openly showing her intent toward Ye Wenxin.

Xiao Zhang’s doubts piled on. She was unsure if it was her imagination, but Long Qingyue was evidently more intent on Ye Wenxin than on her own niece, Long Qing’er.

“Aunt, I made it to the finals.” Long Qing’er came down from the stage, looking disheveled, and shared her victory in the competition.

Long Qingyue’s reaction was cold, and the two did not seem like relatives; sometimes they seemed more like ruler and subject. Xiao Zhang had been following Long Qingyue for many years, and besides hearing about the good relationship between Demon Lord Gu Qingcheng and Long Qingyue, she had never seen anyone else by Long Qingyue’s side.

Even this clever niece before her, Long Qingyue seemed very distant from her, as if everything in this world was unrelated to her.

“Is that person Ye Wenxin?” Unexpectedly, Long Qingyue brought up Ye Wenxin again.

Xiao Zhang was taken aback. Long Qing’er also froze, expression showing a hint of fear, clearly not understanding why Long Qingyue suddenly mentioned Ye Wenxin.

“Aunt, I don’t have a very good relationship with Ye Wenxin.”

“Oh? So you wouldn’t be saddened if she died.” Long Qingyue seemed to have not heard half of it, continuing with her bland tone to talk about other things.

Long Qing’er looked fearful but still answered honestly.

“Junior Sister Wenxin is my friend.” Her body trembled as she spoke. She knew she could not hide her care and closeness to Ye Wenxin, but she did not expect Long Qingyue to ask about it so directly.

A member of the imperial family should have no unnecessary love affairs. Therefore, Long Qing’er was taught to be vicious and ruthless from a young age. But it was precisely because of this environment that Long Qing’er’s rebellious spirit could not be easily quelled. Rebelling against Long Qingyue, she came to the Azure Wings Sect for cultivation, and her infatuation with Fairy Fengya had reached the point of adoration.

When Long Qingyue appeared, Long Qing’er’s emotions became even more complex.

She knew Long Qingyue would not do anything to Fairy Fengya, but Ye Wenxin, who had no one to rely on, was different. Their acquaintance would ultimately endanger Ye Wenxin’s life.

“Ye Wenxin is a good child. You may keep in touch with her.” However, Long Qingyue praised her, contrary to her usual demeanor, leaving Long Qing’er completely incredulous. Her eyes naturally showed a surprised expression, not understanding what was wrong with her aunt, who actually approved of someone who had no political benefit whatsoever.

“Yes, Aunt.” This outcome undoubtedly pleased Long Qing’er, and she dared not ask for more reasons. She bowed respectfully to Long Qingyue, and watched as Long Qingyue was pushed away by Xiao Zhang.

Even after Long Qingyue left, Long Qing’er still had that expression of disbelief in her eyes. Suddenly, she pinched her own arm and found that everything was real.

Coincidentally, Ye Wenxin also returned from the competition, victorious and relaxed, only to see Long Qing’er standing foolishly there.

“Senior Sister Qing’er, what are you doing standing here?” It was already mealtime, and Long Qing’er’s presence was too abrupt to go unnoticed by Ye Wenxin.

Hearing Ye Wenxin’s voice, Long Qing’er turned her head, her face still veiled, but unable to hide her shining eyes.

“Wenxin!” Long Qing’er could not help but raise her voice, calling out Ye Wenxin’s name.

Ye Wenxin was confused. Long Qing’er suddenly walked up and hugged her tightly.

“Senior Sister Qing’er, are you alright?” The hug puzzled Ye Wenxin even more. She had no idea what Long Qing’er’s abnormal behavior was about, but Long Qing’er held her even tighter, as if wanting to melt her into her embrace.

“Aunt finally approves of me!” Long Qing’er exclaimed excitedly, expressing her feelings. In fact, it should be said that Long Qingyue finally approved of her friend.

Compared to her own approval, Long Qing’er felt that Long Qingyue’s approval of Ye Wenxin encouraged her even more.

“Ah, I see.” Ye Wenxin was even more confused, but seeing Long Qing’er happy, she allowed the hug, though she was still puzzled about the reason for this approval.

Everyone knew how strict and even picky Long Qingyue could be. She was harsh with Long Qing’er, yet she did not dislike her niece.

“She’s too sentimental, which isn’t good.”

“This child has no judgment when it comes to friends, so I’ll take care of them for her.”

Recalling Long Qingyue’s words from years ago, a smile formed on Ye Wenxin’s lips. Perhaps, while Ye Wenxin was changing, Long Qing’er was also changing.

Perhaps Long Qingyue was no longer as harsh on Long Qing’er.

But at this moment, Ye Wenxin still did not know that she was the reason Long Qingyue had changed her original intention, willing to let Long Qing’er be friends with Ye Wenxin……