Chapter 139: Is Zhao Yunji Really Feeding Lin Qi’an? Unbelievable!
On the lake, Lin Qi’an and Zhao Yunji leisurely floated along, their small boat gliding across the rippling water as fish occasionally leapt out to create fleeting splashes—a scene of picturesque tranquility.
Lin Qi’an, dressed plainly in a modest green robe, looked calm and relaxed. Zhao Yunji, on the other hand, wore a dress in the shade of water-blue, embroidered with intricate patterns of countless fish swimming gracefully across the flowing fabric.
Her dress alone was worth a fortune and perfectly matched her beauty. Her flawless features, radiant complexion, and elegant figure left even Lin Qi’an, who was surrounded by beauties daily, unable to find any fault in her.
The only imperfection lay in her somewhat cold personality. ‘If only she could be tamed,’ Lin Qi’an mused, ‘she would be the most perfect woman in the world.’
Breaking the silence, Zhao Yunji cast a sound-blocking barrier around them and asked, “Why are we discussing cultivation here of all places?”
In her mind, if they were to discuss the Thunder Emperor’s inheritance, a private chamber would have been far more suitable than an open lake.
“Who told you we’re here to discuss cultivation?” Lin Qi’an responded with a mischievous smile.
“Huh?”
“We’re here to enjoy the scenery. If I’m in a good mood, I may share some of the Thunder Emperor’s inheritance with you.”
“In a good mood…” Zhao Yunji’s expression shifted multiple times. She never thought she’d be catering to a man’s mood!
“What would put you in a good mood, then?”
Lin Qi’an casually took out a lunch box prepared by Su Xueni. Smiling, he said, “I’m a bit hungry. Why don’t you feed me?”
“Feed you?” Zhao Yunji’s eyes widened in shock. She, the noble princess of the immortal dynasty, admired by countless, known as the number one beauty of the Canglan Dao Domain, was to feed a man? She had never considered something so undignified in her entire life!
“What, unwilling?”
“Do you take pleasure in this?” Zhao Yunji raised an eyebrow. “I may desire the Thunder Emperor’s inheritance, but don’t think that gives you the right to humiliate me.”
“Humiliate you? Not at all.” Lin Qi’an replied with a straight face. “Now, if I had stripped your sister and spanked her, that would be humiliation—but she’s doing just fine. All I want is a taste of having a princess feed me. So, are you in or not?”
Hearing that Zhao Qingmeng had actually been spanked by him, Zhao Yunji suddenly felt more at ease. Feeding him, in comparison, didn’t seem so humiliating.
“Fine… but you can’t tell anyone!”
“Why would I need to anyone? Do I need to swear an oath on it?”
“No.” Suppressing a massive surge of embarrassment, Zhao Yunji picked up the chopsticks and began feeding Lin Qi’an, “Open your mouth.”
“Relax a little.”
If others were to see this, they’d merely say, ‘Look at that beautiful couple, so perfectly matched! And they’re feeding each other—how enviable!’ But this would only be the impression of onlookers.
However, two bystanders saw things very differently.
Ye Yun and Li Xuan!
After their mutual defeat, neither had tended to their injuries but immediately started searching for Zhao Yunji. Along the way, they overheard a passerby remark, “Did you hear? There’s a lady by Tiannu Lake who looks just like the princess!”
Naturally, this person had been planted by Lin Qi’an to lead them to the scene. Following the hints, they arrived at the lake, only to witness an astonishing sight.
Under the warm sunlight, ripples danced on the water’s surface as the high and mighty princess, the unattainable goddess, fed Lin Qi’an with a blush on her cheeks.
“No… this can’t be…” Ye Yun’s throat felt as if it had been blocked. His eyes turned red, his body trembled, and his nails dug deeply into his palms.
To him, just exchanging a single word with the princess could brighten his entire week and fill him with a sense of purpose. Being able to gaze at her from afar was the height of happiness.
Yet here she was, feeding another man. His heart felt as if it were shattering, sending a torrent of burning fury through his veins, spreading to every corner of his body.
Suddenly, with a splash, he jumped into the lake.
“Oh no! Did someone just jump into the lake?”
“Yeah! Why would he be so miserable on such a beautiful day?”
“Terrible omen! To see someone jump into a lake on such a nice day!”
The commotion quickly drew attention.
Zhao Yunji, noticing the disturbance, looked over and asked, “What’s going on over there?”
“It appears someone jumped into the lake. Don’t worry, he should survive.”
Ding! Destined Child Ye Yun’s mind shattered. Destiny Points -100.
Lin Qi’an received the notification with satisfaction.
Li Xuan, on the other hand, was equally shocked. He never expected Lin Qi’an to have such an insatiable appetite—courting both sisters at once!
Unable to hold back any longer, Li Xuan ascended into the air, landing squarely on the lake surface and positioning himself directly in front of their boat.
The bold gesture immediately drew everyone’s attention.
Zhao Yunji, who hated public scrutiny, immediately lowered her head. “Lin Qi’an, is this guy here to see you?”
“No, he’s here to see you.”
Raising his voice for all to hear, Li Xuan declared, “Your Highness, I have with me ancient lightning scriptures and wish to study them with you!” He spoke confidently, proud of his fair approach, feeling he had an advantage in winning her favor.
But his declaration sent shockwaves through the crowd.
“Did he just say ‘Your Highness’?”
“Oh my… The woman on that boat really is Princess Yunji?”
“Wait a minute, that’s insane! Would the princess really feed someone?”
“Look closely. Who else could match her beauty?”
“No way… that’s the Prince!”
“The man beside the princess is Lin Qi’an!”
The crowd grew larger, the lake surrounded by spectators all eager to witness the unfolding drama.
Zhao Yunji was mortified. If no one had made a scene, her identity might have gone unnoticed, but now her cover was completely blown. Under countless prying eyes, she was ready to die from embarrassment, all of her shame and anger directed squarely at Li Xuan.
“You said your name was Li Xuan?”
“Yes!” Li Xuan replied with a proud smile.
“From now on, it’s either you or me—one of us will not walk away alive.”
“???” Li Xuan froze, dumbfounded.
’I came here to offer her resources, so why does she hate me? Women truly are baffling.’
Lin Qi’an produced a lotus petal artifact. “Care to hide inside?”
“Yes, please!” Zhao Yunji had long wanted to disappear from the scene, and with a wave of spatial energy, the two vanished, leaving an empty boat.
The crowd was left in confusion, wondering where they’d gone.
Inside the lotus realm.
For Zhao Yunji, it was her first time in this place, and she found herself marveling at the independent world inside the lotus artifact.
“This is the lotus’s internal world. You can stay as long as you want; we’ll leave once the crowd outside has dispersed,” Lin Qi’an explained.
“Thank you…” As the serenity of this paradise settled her mind, Zhao Yunji began to calm down, taking in her surroundings and noticing several pavilions, each bearing a different name.
But they all had one thing in common—the word “An” was part of each name. They were clearly personal quarters for Lin Qi’an’s maidservants, each with her own dedicated space.
‘Who knows what they do inside these rooms!’ Zhao Yunji thought with a tinge of annoyance.
Feeling slightly guilty, Lin Qi’an realized he had indeed treated her as a pawn in his scheme, all to toy with those two Destined Children and siphon away their destiny points.
To make amends, he took out a jade slip and handed it to her.
“What’s this?”
“A lightning technique from the Thunder Emperor’s inheritance: Nine Heavens Lightning Surge.”
Her once-dismal mood instantly lifted, her eyes gleaming with excitement.
“Thank you.” She accepted it without hesitation, reasoning that this was her rightful reward for feeding him, not a mere gift.
“This contains only the first three levels. If you want the rest after mastering these, feel free to come find me again,” Lin Qi’an said with a knowing smile.
‘Best to keep the benefits flowing gradually,’ he thought.
“Hmph!” Zhao Yunji realized this likely meant further “bullying” in the future, but couldn’t help letting out a soft huff.
Without further ado, she sat down to study the jade slip. Her zeal for cultivation, especially when presented with a rare opportunity, allowed her to focus entirely on her practice.
By the time Lin Qi’an quietly left the lotus realm, she was completely engrossed and hadn’t even noticed his departure.
‘Let her stay in there for a few days,’ he thought, certain she’d eventually reemerge.
Returning to Zhao Qingmeng’s residence, he settled in to rest. However, later that night, things took an unexpected turn.
Zhao Qingmeng had caught wind of the day’s rumors and came to him that evening.
“Lin Qi’an! I heard you took my sister boating earlier today, and in disguise, no less. Why so secretive?”
“Are you here to lecture me? Maybe your backside needs a reminder?” Lin Qi’an raised his hand teasingly.
“Oh, stop it!” Zhao Qingmeng pouted playfully.
Ever since he discovered her secret weakness, Lin Qi’an had taken full advantage, to her playful frustration.
“Fine, I don’t mind your affairs. But I do want to build a pavilion for myself in your lotus realm!”
Initially uninterested, Zhao Qingmeng’s competitive spirit flared upon hearing that even the other maidservants had their own quarters. Why should she be the exception?
“Alright, another time.”
“Why wait? I want to go in now to plan it!”
“Now’s… not the best time.”
“Why not?” Sensing something amiss, Zhao Qingmeng leaned in closer and caught a faint scent on his clothes. It was the same fragrance her elder sister used—a unique palace-made sachet from a renowned perfumer, unmistakably the same.
“Oh?”