Why is the fairy who adopted me plotting against me?

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Su Zhixiao suddenly noticed a translucent and lustrous pink crystal bracelet. Her eyes lit up, and she held it up to her wrist, asking, "Brother, how come this is..."

So, do I look good in it?

"Xiaoxiao looks good in anything." He leaned slightly closer, whispering in her ear, his warm breath brushing against her sensitive earlobe, bringing...

A shiver ran through me. "But in my eyes, Xiaoxiao looks best when she's not wearing anything."

Su Zhixiao's cheeks flushed instantly, like the most beautiful sunset in the sky. She glared at him coquettishly, but felt a sweet warmth in her heart.

Of course, Aunt Gu would also receive a gift. Su Zhixiao subconsciously raised her hand, her fingertips gently brushing against the jade hairpin in her hair.

These were pinned to her and Su Mu's heads by Gu Zhaorong herself during their coming-of-age ceremony, one for each of them, symbolizing a pair. Aunt Gu treated them as both a teacher and a mentor.

Mother, you've poured countless efforts into this.

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Her little action naturally didn't escape Su Mu's notice. His gaze swept over an uncarved rough stone on a nearby stall; its texture was delicate and lustrous.

Run, with a gentle and peaceful aura, was recognized by Su Mu at a glance.

"Boss, how much is this piece of Ningxin Jade?" he asked.

Upon seeing a discerning connoisseur, the stall owner hurriedly greeted him, "Young master, you have a good eye! This jade is excellent for calming the mind and nourishing the spirit, and it is also beneficial for spiritual practice. However..."

The jade is not small, so the price is naturally high.

A palm-sized piece of Ningxin Jade could fetch the price of dozens of ordinary magic treasures, while this piece in front of us was a full half meter in length and width. Therefore, although this stall...

A number of female cultivators gathered to watch the spectacle, but none of them stepped forward to negotiate the price.

But Su Mu simply took out a spirit stone and said, "Wrap it up." His tone was calm and ordinary, as if he were just buying a cabbage.

His businesses in Qingzhou, operating under the name of the Sleeping Flower Sect, were incredibly lucrative; this expense was insignificant to him. This extravagant display drew criticism from the surrounding female cultivators.

Amazing.

"Wow, this young master is not only handsome, but also incredibly skilled!"

"I wonder what kind of woman could catch his eye. I'm so envious."

Su Zhixiao watched and listened from the side, her eyes filled with pride.

"When we get back, we'll carve a hairpin for Aunt Gu ourselves," Su Mu said softly as she took the beautiful jade. "We'll carefully carve this token of our affection."

Go inside.

He looked at the warm, smooth jade in his hand, a thought stirring within him. This jade was quite large; it would be perfect for carving a jade bead necklace for Xiaoxiao, which he could then embellish with gold.

The chain was attached to the rose quartz bracelet she had her eye on that day.

The thought flashed through her mind, but she didn't voice it. However, Su Zhixiao felt his gaze sweep over her wrist, and their hearts were connected at this point.

She instantly guessed his unspoken plan.

A sweet anticipation suddenly welled up in her heart, and her cheeks flushed slightly, but she pursed her lips and didn't say anything, quietly hiding her joy in her heart.

fundus

Then, she frowned slightly: "What about Master? She has a cold and serious personality, I don't know what to give her to please her."

Su Mu pondered for a moment, then said slowly, "Although the sect leader is strict with you, he always pays attention to your progress and makes plans for you, just like Aunt Gu."

They all genuinely care about you.

His gaze fell once more on the jade. "Let's make another jade comb for the sect leader. It can help him untangle his troubles and soothe his mind. Though simple, it..."

But it suited her temperament.

Upon hearing this, Su Zhixiao seemed to see the image of her stern, unsmiling master who always quietly guided her when she encountered obstacles in her cultivation. Her heart immediately...

Suddenly it dawned on me: "Brother, you've thought of everything! I'll give you the jade comb!"

At this moment, her heart was filled with the joy and satisfaction of choosing gifts for her teachers and sisters; the jealousy that had been disturbing her peace of mind had long since vanished.

trace.

After everything was settled, Su Mu pondered for a moment, then casually asked, "Xiaoxiao, Qinghan has been with you and Aunt Hu all day, and hasn't..."

"How about I go with her to pick out a small gift while we stroll around?"

"You go with Aunt Hu and see if there's anything else we need to buy. I'll be right back."

A moment earlier, upon hearing these words, Su Zhixiao would likely have immediately become wary, a surge of jealousy welling up inside her. But now, she merely raised her head to look...

Look at Su Mu.

Seeing his calm and gentle gaze, although a very subtle, habitual sour feeling still swept through her heart, it was far less intense and uncontrollable than before.

She even smiled and nodded, "Okay, brother, go and come back quickly. I'll stay here with Aunt Hu and take a look around."

Su Mu felt somewhat relieved. This situation proved that his strategy of "using guidance instead of suppression and timely appeasement" was indeed effective.

The demons within cannot be eradicated overnight; only this method can gradually resolve them. However, it will inevitably require Xiaoxiao to temporarily endure some hardship.

I understand.

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Chapter Twenty-Nine: Auntie, what do you think of Brother Mu?

Li Qinghan pulled Hu Chanyuan back to the tea stall they had visited earlier and sat down. Two cups of fragrant tea were quickly served, their steam rising gently, releasing a delicate aroma.

Fragrant.

Hu Chanyuan picked up the teacup, took a small sip, and the warm tea, with its slightly astringent aftertaste, slid down her throat. She nodded slightly: "This tea is pure, mellow, and sweet."

"It's really good."

"Right?" Li Qinghan asked seemingly casually, but a sly glint appeared in her eyes: "Auntie, just now when you and Brother Mu were alone together, did..."

What did you talk about?

"Pfft—cough cough!" Hu Chanyuan almost choked on her tea. She quickly took out a silk handkerchief to cover her lips and coughed a few times before she could catch her breath.

Her cheeks flushed slightly, her eyes darting around, but she forced herself to remain calm and said, "N-nothing... I was just casually looking at the trinkets sold at the nearby stalls."

Mu'er said that there were several colors that were unique.

Li Qinghan blinked and deliberately dragged out her words: "Oh—I see."

She then asked with a smile, "What about the box of peach blossom cakes that Auntie specially made this morning? Did Brother Mu try it? How did it taste?"

Hu Chanyuan was slightly taken aback, not expecting Qinghan to have even noticed this. Her fingertips unconsciously traced the warm rim of the cup as she whispered, "

Yes, Mu'er tried it.

Under Li Qinghan's encouraging yet questioning gaze, she could only add softly, "He said...it's sweet but not cloying, very delicious, and praised..."

My skills have improved.

Li Qinghan nodded in satisfaction, then feigned concern and asked, "That's good! But just now it was only the two of you, with so many female cultivators around."

Staring at Brother Mu, hoping no one will come up to chat him up? Brother Mu is so likable.

Upon hearing this, Hu Chanyuan seemed to see the burning gazes of those female cultivators again before her eyes. She unconsciously straightened her back, her tone becoming slightly self-assured.

Maintenance that even I didn't notice:

"Of course there are! But I stopped them all. Mu'er is gentle and not good at saying no, I just... didn't want him to be disturbed, absolutely..."

There is no other meaning.”

After she finished speaking, she seemed to realize that her words were too hasty, so she lowered her eyes slightly and took a sip of tea to cover up her unease.

Looking at her slightly reddened ears and her forced composure, Li Qinghan was secretly delighted, but her face remained innocent.

"I see! Auntie is amazing! It seems you and Brother Mu get along very well!" She paused, then subtly changed the subject.

Speaking of which, Brother Mu is indeed exceptionally outstanding, isn't he?

"Handsome, good-natured, and despite only being at the Qi Refining stage, he can overpower Golden Core cultivators. His business acumen is also remarkable. Such a man..."

No wonder he's so popular wherever he goes...

As Hu Chanyuan listened to Qinghan recount Su Mu's virtues, her gaze softened unconsciously, and a slight smile appeared on her lips, revealing her sincere admiration: "Mu'er..."

He...is indeed a very good kid.

She thought to herself, Qinghan praised Mu'er so much and asked such detailed questions, could it be that this child herself has developed some girlish feelings for Mu'er?

Although Mu'er and Xiaoxiao are now together, the three of them grew up together and have a very special bond. It seems unlikely that Qinghan could also be involved.

Bad things are always more legitimate than things done by an elder in her awkward position.

As she was secretly pondering, and even starting to think about how to subtly bring Qinghan and Su Mu together, Li Qinghan suddenly threw out a direct question.

It interrupted all her thoughts.

"Auntie," Li Qinghan leaned closer, her voice low, filled with curiosity and probing, "So, putting aside our status as elders, just considering..."

As a woman, what do you think of Brother Mu?

"Clang!" Hu Chanyuan nearly dropped her teacup, which gently tapped against the edge of the table. She looked up abruptly, her cheeks instantly turning bright red, even her neck...

Her face was covered in a thin layer of powder, and her speech became completely hesitant and stuttering.

"Qing, Qinghan! What nonsense are you talking about! How could I look at Mu'er like that? He's a junior, I watched him grow up!"

And he already has Xiaoxiao... Besides, I, I... She was so anxious that she was somewhat incoherent, and subconsciously tried to use her status as an excuse.

“Auntie!” Li Qinghan’s tone softened, reassuringly, “I was just asking casually, it’s not like I really want you to do anything to Brother Mu.”

"It's just the two of us, we'll just have a private chat, it's okay, please satisfy my curiosity~"

Hu Chanyuan was speechless, her cheeks burning, and her heart pounding like a drum. Her eyes darted around nervously.

Once he was sure no one was watching, he took a deep breath, his voice barely audible, almost blending into the wind:

"If we really put aside their identities, Mu'er is indeed an excellent man—gentle, strong, reliable, and genuine."

Heart

She paused for a long time, as if using all her strength, before uttering the last part of the sentence very softly, almost inaudibly, "I...I might really..."

meeting"

Before those three crucial words could be uttered, a gentle, smiling voice came from not far away, timely interrupting this enchanting yet dangerous moment.

The conversation.

"Qinghan, Aunt Hu, so you've been here all along."

Su Mu led Su Zhixiao slowly over, sunlight filtering through the peach branches and casting dappled shadows on him, making him appear even more tall and handsome.

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His gaze fell on Li Qinghan, and a gentle smile curved his lips: "Qinghan hasn't had a proper look around today, has she? Since we have some free time now, I..."

Shall I go with you to pick out a gift you like?

The unexpected invitation caught both of them off guard.

Li Qinghan was momentarily stunned, her heart filled with surprise and joy: Brother Mu personally invited me? How... how could I refuse! Okay, the plan is on hold for now.

It's more important to accompany Brother Mu shopping!

Hu Chanyuan, however, was still reeling from the shock, especially now that she was facing Su Zhixiao's clear, curious eyes.

She immediately remembered the almost-spoken "I like you," and a huge wave of shame and self-reproach overwhelmed her.

Her cheeks flushed bright red. She lowered her head, frantically picking up the teacup and pretending to drink, wishing she could bury herself in the tea, into the teacup.

He silently cursed himself for his earlier lapse in composure and absurdity.

Su Zhixiao looked at Hu Chanyuan's unusually flushed profile and sparkling eyes, then at Li Qinghan, who was excitedly eager to try. Although...

Somewhat confused, but still obediently sat down next to Hu Chanyuan.