Chapter 293: An Zhiyue is Stunned, Liu Ruyan is Dumbfounded!
Yang Luoluo's total favorability had reached eighty-eight. This martial arts-obsessed beautiful young disciple's favorability increased very quickly; her mind was simple, and she was addicted to the Martial Dao.
In reality, Yang Luoluo's current favorability towards Shen Anyu was mainly gratitude and admiration. To her, Shen Anyu was a benefactor who bestowed divine medicines and a senior expert who guided her path. Favorability isn't just about love; it can also be family affection, friendship, or indebtedness. Just like the little maid Ruan Lingshan, her favorability was maxed out due to gratitude and indebtedness, viewing Shen Anyu as her entire world.
With Shen Anyu's strength and means, it wouldn't be difficult to max out Yang Luoluo's favorability completely, turning that admiration into obsessive love. It was only a matter of time.
But Liu Ruyan's total favorability...
Shen Anyu's eyes flickered with a cold, playful light as he checked the interface.
[System: Target Liu Ruyan. Current Favorability: 59 (Wary/Intrigued).]
"Huh, was only fifty-nine?"
Shen Anyu narrowed his eyes and suddenly turned his gaze towards Liu Ruyan.
The air in the room seemed to stagnate instantly.
Liu Ruyan, who was secretly rejoicing that the crisis with Tian Yunzi was over, suddenly felt a chill run down her spine. It was a primal instinct, like a gazelle sensing the gaze of a predator in the tall grass. She stiffened, turning her head slowly to meet Shen Anyu's eyes.
His eyes were dark, deep, and filled with an unmasked possessiveness. There was still a lingering trace of the terrifying killing intent from his battle with the Celestial Being, Tian Yunzi. It made him look not just handsome, but dangerous—lethally so.
"You, you, what are you going to do?"
Liu Ruyan was startled; she unconsciously took a step back, her high heels clicking on the marble floor. Shen Anyu's gaze and actions were too aggressive, stripping away her usual composure layer by layer, causing her heart to panic uncontrollably.
Could it be that Shen Anyu was going to transform into a beast right here?
This was an existence that had just killed a Celestial Realm expert! He had crushed a legend of the Dark World with his bare hands. She was merely a Grandmaster; compared to him, she was like a delicate porcelain vase facing a sledgehammer. She was no match for him.
Thinking about how Shen Anyu had repeatedly acted against her—stealing her kisses, taking advantage of her in the bathroom, and forcing her into corners—and knowing he would only become more outrageous now that the threat was gone, Liu Ruyan gritted her teeth again.
'This scoundrel...' she thought, her cheeks burning. 'Even if he is strong, he is still a strong scoundrel! A bully!'
Beside them, Yang Luoluo's black and white eyes were wide open. The innocent girl was curiously watching the scene, clutching a pillow, not even covering her eyes. She looked like she was watching a riveting drama series, completely unaware of the "danger" her Senior Sister was in.
Shen Anyu smiled lightly. He stepped forward, closing the distance in an instant.
Before Liu Ruyan could retreat further, an arm like iron wrapped around her slender waist, pulling her flush against a hard, burning chest.
"Ah!" Liu Ruyan gasped, her hands instinctively resting on his chest to push him away, but it was like pushing against a mountain.
Shen Anyu lowered his head, his lips brushing against the sensitive shell of her ear, and whispered in a voice that was magnetic and husky:
"Didn't you say you were my girlfriend?"
The hot breath tickled her skin, sending electric shocks straight to her toes.
"Now, your boyfriend has just gone through a life-and-death battle. I am exhausted, Yan'er. As a girlfriend, shouldn't you gently comfort him to dispel his fatigue?"
Shen Anyu deliberately emphasized the word "comfort," his tone dripping with ambiguity. His hand on her waist tightened slightly, his fingers playing with the fabric of her dress, sending heat seeping through the material.
Feeling the warmth of Shen Anyu's breath and the overwhelming masculine scent of him—a mix of musk, faint metallic blood, and expensive cologne—Liu Ruyan's delicate face flushed slightly, turning a lovely shade of pink. But her heart tensed up.
She racked her brain, her mind spinning at high speed, trying to figure out how to break free.
Force was absolutely impossible; she could never beat Shen Anyu. He could crush her with one hand.
Threats were also impossible; it would be good if Shen Anyu didn't threaten her! She had no leverage over this monster.
Asking Yang Luoluo for help?
Liu Ruyan glanced at her Junior Sister out of the corner of her eye. This foolish Junior Sister wasn't even covering her eyes now, just watching with wide eyes, a look of exciting anticipation on her face.
'Traitor!' Liu Ruyan cried internally. 'She's enjoying the drama! She probably thinks this is how couples interact! I will definitely deal with her later. Wasn't my own trouble just to save this fool?'
As for shouting for help?
Inside this Jiangjing Manor, everyone belonged to Shen Anyu. The guards, the servants—they were all his loyal dogs. Even if she shouted until her throat was hoarse, no one would come. Or worse, they would guard the door to ensure no one disturbed the Young Master's "enjoyment."
She was trapped.
Seeing Shen Anyu embracing her slender waist, drawing closer, his face inches from hers, Liu Ruyan felt the danger escalating. In her anxiety, she had a flash of inspiration.
'Hard tactics won't work. I have to use soft ones.'
She suddenly smiled sweetly. The panic in her eyes vanished, replaced by a sultry, watery mist. She parted her red lips, and actively pressed her ear to Shen Anyu's, her body softening in his arms like water.
"Good An'yu..." she cooed, her voice dripping with honey. "I can help you, but can you let go of me first? You're holding me too tightly, I can't breathe."
The beautiful woman before him smiled charmingly, sweetly seductive. Her red lips were slightly parted, exhaling a fragrance like orchids. Her eyes, usually cold and proud, were now hooked and alluring, filled with a feigned submission that was incredibly stimulating.
A flame ignited in Shen Anyu's heart, growing more vigorous.
At this moment, Liu Ruyan was no longer a prickly hedgehog or a cold female CEO, but a lazy, charming kitten. Every glance, every smile, every expression, every word carried an indescribable allure.
This allure and charm were ingrained in her bones. It was the [Nine Yin Body]'s natural attraction, amplified by her deliberate acting.
If it were in ancient times, she would undoubtedly be a demonic concubine who captivated all beings and brought ruin to the nation, on par with Daji and Baosi. Kings would light beacon fires just to see her smile.
Shen Anyu found it amusing. He knew she was acting. He could see the cunning flash deep in her eyes. But he wanted to see what tricks this woman was playing, so he immediately let go of her waist.
"Oh? Is that so?"
Liu Ruyan stepped back half a step, creating a safe distance. She covered her red lips with a slender hand, blinking her charming eyes, and glared at Shen Anyu, as if blaming him for his lack of tenderness earlier, for being so rough.
"You nearly broke my waist, you brute," she murmured, her tone complaining yet flirtatious.
The flame in Shen Anyu's heart grew even stronger. This woman was clearly fully clothed, wearing a dignified dress, and hadn't made any overly suggestive movements. Yet the natural allure in her brows and the shifting of her eyes were incredibly provocative.
She was truly a vixen who could charm people to death without consequence.
It was only because Shen Anyu possessed a strong will and the system's protection; an ordinary man would have long been utterly captivated, turning into a fawning dog or a husky, willing to give her the world just for a touch of her hand.
Shen Anyu's intrigued gaze, burning with heat, made Liu Ruyan feel a bit annoyed and flustered. But to escape, she still maintained her facade. She smiled sweetly and said seductively:
"Good An'yu, look at me, I'm all sweaty from the tension earlier. I'll go change my clothes, put on something... more comfortable... then come to your room to 'comfort' you. Just a moment, okay?"
She emphasized "comfortable," winking playfully.
Just as Liu Ruyan was about to turn and slip away, planning to lock herself in a guest room or flee the manor entirely.
Shen Anyu said with a half-smile, his voice lazy but piercing:
"Yan'er, you wouldn't run away, would you?"
Liu Ruyan's delicate face stiffened. Her footsteps faltered. She turned to look at Shen Anyu, forcing a bright smile, and said guiltily:
"How could I? Why would I run? You're my most beloved boyfriend! I just... need to freshen up for you."
Shen Anyu's eyes held a smile that didn't reach the bottom, and he said meaningfully:
"You'd better not. Otherwise, a runaway kitten will be punished. And my punishment... you might not be able to handle it."
Liu Ruyan's delicate body trembled slightly. She remembered the fear of being dominated by him. She became troubled.
'Shen Anyu, this scoundrel! I can't beat him, and I can't escape!'
'Wait... I can't beat him, but someone can suppress him! Or at least, make him behave!'
'Oh, right, I have an idea! The ultimate shield!'
...
Half an hour later.
Shen Anyu sat in the main living room, sipping a glass of red wine. He was fresh from a shower, wearing a loose silk robe that exposed his muscular chest.
He was not only met by Liu Ruyan but also by another figure.
A mature, breathtakingly beautiful woman stormed into the living room.
It was his Aunt, An Zhiyue.
"An'yu!"
An Zhiyue rushed over, her face pale with worry. She was wearing a tight combat suit that outlined her explosive, mature curves, having clearly rushed over directly from her mission. Her long black hair was tied in a high ponytail, giving her a heroic and valiant appearance.
"An'yu, such a big matter! The Netherworld Palace Master... Tian Yunzi appeared! And I've been on a mission near Modu recently, why didn't you tell me?!"
An Zhiyue hugged Shen Anyu tightly, burying his face in her bosom. Then she pulled back, her Phoenix eyes scanning him frantically, checking if Shen Anyu was injured. She touched his arms, his chest, her face full of worry and reproach, as if fearing to lose the only family she had left to protect.
"Are you hurt? Did that old monster touch you? Let Aunt see!"
Liu Ruyan stood to the side, her hands clasped behind her back. She glanced at Shen Anyu smugly, covering her red lips to hide a triumphant smirk. She looked like a little fox who had successfully stolen a chicken.
'Hmph! Shen Anyu, let's see you act arrogant now! Your Aunt is here! Let's see you try to bully me in front of your elder!'
She stepped forward and said with a gentle, virtuous smile:
"Zhiyue, don't blame him. An'yu, this child, was also worried about you, so he didn't notify you. Otherwise, you wouldn't be a match for Tian Yunzi, the Palace Master of the Netherworld Palace. That old monster is a half-step Celestial Being! If you came, you would definitely get hurt. An'yu... this child... also had good intentions."
She called him 'this child' repeatedly, emphasizing his junior status, as if trying to get back at him for earlier, putting him in his place as a "nephew."
Shen Anyu raised an eyebrow and looked at Liu Ruyan over An Zhiyue's shoulder.
Liu Ruyan was triumphant, her eyes narrowed in a smile, signaling: 'Your aunt is here, you wouldn't dare do anything, would you? Be a good nephew!'
Shen Anyu found it amusing in his heart.
'You think An Zhiyue can stop me? You can escape for a while, but not forever. And using An Zhiyue as a shield... you've made a miscalculation, Yan'er.'
Looking at his Aunt An Zhiyue, whose beautiful face was full of genuine worry and reproach, Shen Anyu felt a warmth in his heart. He comforted her softly:
"Aunt, Yan'er is right. I was also worried about you. I could handle Tian Yunzi myself, so I didn't want to notify you, to avoid you getting hurt. You are my precious family; I cannot risk you."
Upon hearing this, An Zhiyue's eyes reddened slightly. She poked Shen Anyu's forehead with her jade finger and chided:
"You... you think Aunt is useless now? You think I can't protect you anymore?"
"Of course not, Aunt's divine power is unmatched! You are the War Goddess of the An Family!"
An Zhiyue looked at Shen Anyu's playful expression, smiled, and shook her head. Her Phoenix eyes looked at Shen Anyu, filled with indescribable awe, pride, and complex emotion.
She had already inspected the battlefield before coming in.
"I just passed by the underground dungeon where you fought," An Zhiyue said, her voice trembling slightly. "Several meters thick alloy walls were crushed like tofu. The reinforced concrete pillars were snapped like twigs. And the ground... it looked as if it had been bombarded by hundreds of rounds of artillery in a carpet bombing."
She took a deep breath, looking at him as if seeing him for the first time.
"Tian Yunzi... was a legend. And you killed him without a scratch."
"An'yu, you're an amazing man now! You have truly grown up."
Looking at her handsome and heroic nephew, An Zhiyue was filled with emotion. He was no longer the sapling that needed her care and protection, the little boy who used to hide behind her leg. He was a towering tree that could shelter her from wind and rain. A dragon that had soared into the heavens.
Suddenly, An Zhiyue froze. She blinked, replaying Shen Anyu's earlier words in her mind.
"Wait... 'Yan'er'??"
An Zhiyue reacted, her expression astonished. Her eyes went wide, shifting from confusion to shock.
Her gaze swept back and forth between her nephew Shen Anyu, who was smiling calmly, and her best friend Liu Ruyan, whose triumphant smile had suddenly frozen on her face.
"You called her... Yan'er?"
Liu Ruyan's heart skipped a beat. A bad premonition rose in her chest.
Shen Anyu didn't give her a chance to explain or escape. He reached out his long arm.
Ignoring Liu Ruyan's stiff resistance, Shen Anyu pulled the stunned Liu Ruyan closer, his hand claiming her waist possessively right in front of An Zhiyue.
He looked at his aunt and said with a smile that was both charming and undeniably dominant:
"Aunt, Yan'er and I are together!"
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