Was it you that night?-Chapter 57 - Shen Qinghe you must take good care of

Chapter 57: Chapter 57: Shen Qinghe, you must take good care of this lord

Chapter 57 -57: Shen Qinghe, you must take good care of this lord

Shen Qinghe cursed her bad luck, but she also felt relieved that Shen Zhiyao had entered Juxiu Hall; otherwise, elder sister would’ve been angry again at the sight of Nan Sheng’s disgusting demeanor.

Her visit this time was only because the protagonists were about to head to a secret realm soon, and once they left, she had no idea when they would return. By then, without being able to draw Spiritual Energy, she could only practice swordsmanship, while all other cultivation had to be put on hold.

As she was lost in her melancholy thoughts, a pair of long legs belonging to a man appeared before her.

Following the man’s legs upward, she met his affectionate, peach-blossom eyes, which were even more enchanting than the tender spring light he stood in—it was Dongfang Wuya.

“Uncle Master?” She immediately straightened up, standing respectfully.

Dongfang Wuya raised his eyebrows slightly, “Why are you standing here doing nothing?”

“Just…standing around,” Shen Qinghe of course couldn’t say that she came to absorb the protagonists’ Spiritual Energy.

Dongfang Wuya didn’t ask further and walked straight into Juxiu Hall.

Shen Qinghe stared blankly at the man’s tall figure, wondering how someone could have such an attractive back.

While she was daydreaming, Dongfang Wuya looked back at her, “Why are you standing there? Come in!”

“Ah?” Shen Qinghe was stupefied.

Was she qualified to enter Juxiu Hall like this?

“Do you need me to invite you repeatedly?” Dongfang Wuya asked with impatience, lifting his eyebrows.

Shen Qinghe subconsciously looked at the gatekeeping cultivator, who appeared clueless and didn’t know how to react.

“Follow up!” Dongfang Wuya left these words behind and walked ahead.

After hesitating for a moment, Shen Qinghe stepped into Juxiu Hall.

The gatekeeping cultivator watched her enter without daring to stop her, and she quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

Shen Zhiyao had been watching Nan Sheng sulk until someone stood beside her and tugged at her sleeve.

She was about to snap at them, but then she smelled the familiar scent of fresh grass. She turned quickly and met Shen Qinghe’s smiling eyes. Overjoyed and surprised, she exclaimed, “Qinghe, how did you get in?”

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Xiao Chen had noticed Shen Qinghe the moment she entered and was truly surprised that she could enter Juxiu Hall. Thinking back to Dongfang Wuya’s entrance, could it have been his doing?

Dongfang Wuya had always been independent and did whatever he wanted. Why would he show such unique consideration for Qinghe? Could it be that Dongfang Wuya, like him, was interested in Qinghe?

Considering this possibility made him feel uncomfortable.

Then came the announcement by Sect Master Zuo of those chosen to venture into the Red Moon Secret Realm for their Trials. As expected, Nan Sheng was on the list, and so was Shen Zhiyao.

Shen Qinghe thought that when she returned to Simple Residence Courtyard, she needed to warn Shen Zhiyao to be wary of Nan Sheng in the secret realm. It would be best to stay away from Nan Sheng; otherwise, given Nan Sheng’s schemes, it was very possible she could unwittingly bring about Shen Zhiyao’s death.

Nan Sheng, upon hearing her name on the list for the Trials, was secretly pleased. She was about to share the good news with Xiao Chen, but noticed that he was distracted, looking in a different direction.

Following Xiao Chen’s gaze, Shen Qinghe’s face came into view.

Her heart sank, for she had never imagined that Shen Qinghe would also be allowed into Juxiu Hall that day.

Feeling Nan Sheng’s blatant gaze, Shen Qinghe looked back, directly meeting Nan Sheng’s triumphant eyes.

It was as if Nan Sheng was flaunting her ability to enter the Red Moon Secret Realm.

Shen Qinghe looked back calmly; she didn’t even know why Nan Sheng held such strong animosity towards her when it should be she who hated Nan Sheng.

Just then, Dongfang Wuya, who had been lounging leisurely on the Zen Chair, suddenly stood up and announced, “In this trial, I, too, will enter the Red Moon Secret Realm. I shall need a pageservant to attend to me…”

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone became spirited.

Everyone was thinking that if they could become Mr. Wuya’s pageservant, they would undoubtedly receive great fortune.

The most excited among them were the many fan girls of Dongfang Wuya, all hoping for a chance to be alone with him.

Dongfang Wuya’s gaze swept across those below the platform, finally coming to rest on Shen Qinghe’s face, “Shen Qinghe, when the time comes, you must take good care of me and not let me suffer any harm!”

No sooner had he uttered these words than the entire place erupted into an uproar.

Sect Master Zuo glanced at Shen Qinghe and was not at all surprised by this ancestor’s decision.

Dongfang Wuya had always kept himself above such mundane affairs, yet today he had come to the Juxiu Hall specifically for Shen Qinghe.

Nobody knew what kind of bewitching spell Shen Qinghe had cast on Dongfang Wuya to make him stoop so low, simply to bring Shen Qinghe with him into the Red Moon Secret Realm for the trials.

Shen Zhiyao was so excited that she pinched Shen Qinghe’s arm hard, emitting an uncontrollable squeal like a mouse.

After her initial shock, Shen Qinghe finally collected herself. She steadied her excited heart and crisply responded, “Yes, Uncle-Master!”

Hearing one party dare to speak and the other dare to reply, everyone else in the room tasted an indescribable feeling.

With such qualifications, Shen Qinghe certainly had no chance to enter the Red Moon Secret Realm for the trials. However, Mr. Wuya had made it clear that he wanted to take a pageservant with him. This gave Shen Qinghe an impeccable reason to enter the realm, leaving no room for fault and silencing public speculation.

Nan Sheng had not expected this turn of events and burst out shrilly, “This is against the rules!”

Her voice was sharp and piercing, drawing everyone’s gaze toward her.

To most, it came somewhat as a surprise since Nan Sheng was perceived as a delicate beauty, which usually sparked a desire to protect and possess her.

At this moment, not only Nan Sheng’s voice but also her expression appeared somewhat out of control and twisted.

Realizing that all eyes were on her, Nan Sheng regained her composure and argued assertively, “As we all know, the Red Moon Secret Realm is no ordinary place and only opens once a century. How many cultivators have waited just for the chance to enter. Qinghe’s cultivation base is too weak; it’s very dangerous for her to enter the Red Moon Secret Realm. It wouldn’t be good if she ends up burdening Mr. Wuya.”

“In my opinion, your cultivation base is also too low to risk entering the Red Moon Secret Realm,” Dongfang Wuya spoke indifferently.

He was generally indifferent to people, but Nan Sheng really got under his skin.

Sword Master Tian Yan immediately stood up to speak for Nan Sheng, “Shengsheng is a Sword Cultivator that comes once in a millennium, and I am the one who strongly recommended her for the trials in the Red Moon Secret Realm. I can assure you that once Shengsheng enters the realm, she will surely make significant breakthroughs! As for Qinghe’s Foundation Establishment, she has yet to make any progress; indeed, it seems too risky for her to enter such a place. What do you think, Sect Master?”

With the flames licking at his own feet, Sect Master Zuo subconsciously looked towards Dongfang Wuya.

He met Dongfang Wuya’s emotionless, peach blossom eyes. Though usually tender and amorous, at this moment, they had an icy edge that could cut to the bone.

Averting his gaze, he cleared his throat twice before speaking, “Mr. Wuya needs a pageservant, and he has specifically chosen Qinghe for this role. It’s a personal matter that has nothing to do with the sect rules. Even if there are risks involved, it is for Mr. Wuya and Qinghe to bear, and there is no need for others to point fingers.”

“Others” Sword Master Tian Yan: …

“Others” Nan Sheng: …

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Proud and coquettish Wuya: Qinghe, you must ensure that my body doesn’t suffer any damage.

Expendable Qinghe: Uh, does stealing your first kiss count… as damage?

Flustered Wuya: ????