A moment later.

Without saying a word, Shen Zhaozhao, almost with the tragic grandeur of someone going to their execution, directly put the newly bought clothes over Xie Linyuan's head.

Moreover, to prevent him from "suddenly falling ill" again, Shen Zhaozhao kept her eyes straight ahead and moved with lightning speed, almost escorting Xie Linyuan into the largest inn in Canglan City - "Yunlaiju".

Since we're going to be stationed in Canglan City for a long time to keep an eye on the movements of the Tianyan Sect, it would be best to find a safe place to settle down.

The shopkeeper behind the counter was fiddling with an abacus when a handsome young man with a face as black as soot walked briskly to the front of the counter and slammed two high-grade spirit stones full of spiritual energy onto the table with a "smack".

"Manager, two superior rooms, preferably quiet ones."

The shopkeeper's eyes darted between the two high-grade spirit stones, and his face instantly broke into a warm smile: "Alright! Don't worry, sir, our..."

Before he could finish his flattery, he caught a glimpse of the person who had been standing quietly behind the "young master" out of the corner of his eye.

Even in the most ordinary and simple clothes, it was impossible to hide the aloofness and noble air about him that seemed to come naturally.

The man lowered his eyes slightly, his long eyelashes casting a faint shadow beneath them. Then, he extended two slender, jade-like fingers with distinct knuckles, and with a cautious, tentative gesture, gently pinched the sleeve of the "young master" in front of him and tugged at it.

The movements were minimal, yet the undeniable air of authority made them stand out.

Then, a clear, low melody, like a mountain stream cascading over jade, yet deliberately softened, mixed with a hint of barely perceptible flattery and trepidation, rang out clearly in the slightly noisy inn lobby.

"...Don't be angry anymore, okay?"

"Just now on the street, that person only glanced at me a couple of times, I didn't even look at her directly... In my eyes, there has always only been room for you..."

"Since we are Daoist partners, it would be improper for us to live in separate rooms... and it would also be a waste of spirit stones. How about... we take one room, shall we?"

Shen Zhaozhao: "???"

What is this lunatic saying?!

What utter nonsense is he spouting?!

She whirled around, staring incredulously at the scoundrel beside her who never hesitated to utter such outrageous statements. "What are you trying to do?! What on earth are you trying to do?!"

However, Xie Linyuan seemed completely unaware of the bombshell he had dropped. He still kept his eyes slightly lowered, his long eyelashes trembling slightly. He looked exactly like a little wife who was trying to apologize for angering her partner.

not to mention……

Xie Linyuan's eyes dimmed slightly.

With the order of the three realms under his control, he could easily deduce the purpose of Shen Zhaozhao's trip.

However, regarding Qingxuan, she will inevitably clash with another puppet supported by the Heavenly Dao. At that time, she will certainly not sit idly by.

However, in doing so, the situation could very well escalate to the point where he completely breaks ties with the Heavenly Dao. In that case, the days when he would have to return to the Nine Heavens Palace to deal with it, and the peaceful and intimate time he had with Zhaozhao, would probably be numbered.

Since there's not much left, we can't afford to waste even a single bit.

The shopkeeper: "!!!"

The shopkeeper's eyes widened instantly, his gaze shifting back and forth between Shen Zhaozhao, dressed as a man, and the "wronged little wife" behind her. Then, a look of sudden realization appeared on his face: "So that's how it is," and "The world is going to the dogs, but they are truly a perfect match."

He slammed the abacus shut, leaned forward slightly, and said to Shen Zhaozhao in a serious tone, "Oh dear, young master, look at you... uh, my wife is so sensible and reasonable, and besides, it really wasn't his fault, was it?"

After saying that, he pointed to Xie Linyuan's face, which even ordinary clothes couldn't hide his stunning beauty, and said with a smile, "This gentleman is so handsome and refined, it's only natural that passersby would take a second look. It's certainly not his intention."

Shen Zhaozhao: "??????"

Shen Zhaozhao's vision went black.

This feeling of being unable to defend herself almost shattered her Dao heart, and to make matters worse, the culprit was adding fuel to the fire.

Xie Linyuan subtly hooked his fingertips around Chen Zhaozhao's palm, a barely perceptible red tinge appearing at the corners of his eyes as if from "anxiety." His voice was even lower, a pitiful plea tinged with coldness: "Let's not have separate rooms... okay?"

Shen Zhaozhao: "..."

Damn it.

Shen Zhaozhao slammed the spirit stones back onto the counter: "Two rooms."

Xie Linyuan: "Zhaozhao..."

Shen Zhaozhao: "If you say another word, you'll be sleeping on the street."

Xie Linyuan: "..."

After saying that, Shen Zhaozhao turned and stepped onto the stairs, her back view carrying a murderous aura, as if she were about to slaughter a city.

The shopkeeper shrank back and moved closer to Xie Linyuan, who was still standing some distance away, with a meaningful look on his face: "Oh, my sir, don't panic! Your young master has a bit of a temper, but isn't this a sign that he cares about you? If he really didn't care, why would he care who saw you?"

"Take my advice: at a time like this, saving face is all meaningless! You need to soften your stance!"

After saying that, the boss lightly tapped Xie Linyuan's exceptionally handsome face with his finger: "What's the key? It's about making good use of your face! Understand? This thing is God's gift to you! Show weakness when you need to, and act a little aggrieved when you need to, and I guarantee your young master will be soft-hearted!"

Upon hearing this, Xie Linyuan put on a humble and obedient expression, even nodding slightly and giving a soft "hmm" in a sincere tone: "Thank you for your guidance, shopkeeper."

Shen Zhaozhao, who was leaning against the corner of the second floor, thought: "???"

no?

Is there no law left?

Is there no law anymore?

Has Xie Linyuan's shameless and despicable cultivation reached such an unfathomable level?!

The little experience she had accumulated in the illusion of inner demons was simply no match for this fully-formed being with all sorts of tricks up his sleeve!

"Bang!"

Slamming the door shut, Shen Zhaozhao rubbed her throbbing temples and slumped into a chair in the guest room, utterly exhausted.

She just couldn't understand it.

Why is Xie Linyuan jumping around and trying every trick in the book to fawn over her all day long?

Not providing enough security?

No, that's impossible.

When have I ever not acted in one of his outrageous scripts?

Although his acting was a bit exaggerated, at least his attitude was correct.

Even when he secretly changed his address to "Zhaozhao" earlier, she wasn't deaf and noticed it immediately.

She just felt that since they were in this relationship, it was normal for them to just call each other by name, so she didn't make a big fuss about it at all.

hiss……

Shen Zhaozhao suddenly choked.

That idiot... could he really think that I didn't notice his little scheme, and is secretly pleased with his cleverness?

No way...