After Leaving the Sect, I Became the Protagonist. Why Are You Crying? - Chapter 12:

Chapter 12: You Smell So Sweet!

Lying on the sickbed, Mu Xueqi slightly furrowed her brows. When she sensed someone entering, she shut her eyes and pretended to be asleep. However, she didn’t let her guard down and carefully listened to the surrounding sounds.

Xiao Yifei slowly approached Mu Xueqi’s side and gently sat at the edge of the bed, asking in a soft voice, “Second Senior Sister, are you holding a grudge against me?”

Hearing Xiao Yifei speak like that, Mu Xueqi suddenly felt…

She was truly awful!

That Junior Brother looked so innocent, and yet she had…

Suspected him!?

At that thought, she could no longer hold it in!

She immediately opened her beautiful eyes and said to Xiao Yifei, “Junior Brother, how could I ever resent you?!”

Xiao Yifei’s eyes dimmed, and a sorrowful expression crossed his face as he slowly lowered his head and said in a low voice, “If not for me, how would Senior Brother have struck you…? You must be upset with me. Otherwise, why would you pretend to sleep the moment I arrived?”

Those words made Mu Xueqi sit up on the bed in a panic, hurriedly explaining, “I’m not!”

The next moment, without another word, Xiao Yifei pulled Mu Xueqi tightly into his arms.

His voice slightly choked, full of grievance and affection, “I knew it… Second Senior Sister, you’re the one who dotes on me the most…”

Mu Xueqi froze, her body stiff, her mind blank.

The next second, her heart suddenly softened like spring water, and her cheeks flushed red like a ripe apple.

She stammered, “Ju… Junior Brother, how could I ever resent you?!”

As soon as she said it, she leaned her entire weight against Xiao Yifei, as if seeking more warmth and comfort.

Xiao Yifei could clearly feel Mu Xueqi’s heart pounding violently, thumping against his chest. The corners of his mouth curved slightly into a faint smile.

As expected, no woman could escape his charm…

Truly, Mu Xueqi—

The Fairy Xueqi admired by so many talents in the cultivation world…

Her fortune was just as enticing.

Thinking of this, Xiao Yifei couldn’t help but take a deep breath.

Sensing his movement, Mu Xueqi’s face flushed even redder, as though it might start bleeding.

She shyly lowered her head, not daring to meet Xiao Yifei’s eyes, and timidly asked, “Ju… Junior Brother, what are you doing?”

Xiao Yifei grinned mischievously and softly blew into Mu Xueqi’s ear, whispering with ambiguity, “Second Senior Sister… you smell so sweet…”

The moment those words left his mouth, Mu Xueqi’s eyes widened.

She looked up, staring at the familiar yet suddenly unfamiliar handsome face in front of her, her heart feeling like it had been gently struck—soft and sweet.

“Ju-Junior Brother, really?”

She asked softly, her voice trembling, almost unable to believe what she’d just heard.

Xiao Yifei looked at her and inwardly shook his head.

Wasn’t Fairy Xueqi supposed to be noble and untouchable, cold like frost?

But now, what was the difference between her and an innocent young girl in love!?

However, when he spoke, his tone was incomparably serious and affectionate, “Second Senior Sister, when have I ever lied to you? In my heart, you are my one true love. For you, I’d jump into a sea of fire without hesitation.”

His words were like an oath—firm and powerful.

Mu Xueqi listened to his confession, her heart brimming with indescribable joy.

At that moment, Xiao Yifei suddenly leaned in and kissed her lightly on the forehead.

The unexpected gesture left Mu Xueqi stunned.

Her face flushed crimson in an instant, and her heartbeat quickened.

“Second Senior Sister, you haven’t recovered yet. Rest well for now,” Xiao Yifei said gently, then carefully pulled the blanket over her.

After Xiao Yifei left the room, Mu Xueqi lay on the bed, her mind still replaying that kiss.

Her heart exploded like fireworks—full of happiness and sweetness.

But she didn’t see the faintly amused expression on Xiao Yifei’s face as he turned and left.

…

As Xiao Yifei stepped out of Mu Xueqi’s courtyard, he saw a graceful figure standing in the distance.

He quickly adjusted his robe, then strode over.

Just then, Liu Liyue turned around, her gaze falling on Xiao Yifei.

After looking him up and down, her tone carried a faint, hard-to-read emotion, “When I heard Junior Brother was out of bed, I rushed over to check. But I didn’t expect… the first thing Junior Brother would do was visit Second Senior Sister…”

Hearing that, Xiao Yifei raised an eyebrow.

Was this…

Jealousy?!

He quickly composed himself and took a step forward.

However, Liu Liyue suddenly looked at him coldly, took a step back, and said icily, “What are you doing? Shouldn’t you be off comforting your beloved—Second Senior Sister?”

Xiao Yifei frowned just the right amount, showing a pained expression as he said softly, “Third Senior Sister, why would you say that?”

Seeing his anguished face, Liu Liyue felt a sting in her heart but stubbornly said, “Did I say anything wrong?!”

Xiao Yifei shook his head seriously and said, “You’re wrong.”

Liu Liyue froze, not understanding what he meant.

Xiao Yifei looked at her deeply and said slowly, “You’re wrong, Third Senior Sister. The one I love… has always been you.”

As the words left his lips.

Liu Liyue’s eyes widened, a mixture of surprise and shyness overtaking her expression, joy surging in her heart, leaving her at a loss for what to do.

“Y-You… what did you say?”

She asked haltingly, her voice growing quieter until it was barely a whisper, not daring to look him in the eyes.

Xiao Yifei watched her reaction and secretly laughed—

This woman is far too easy to fool!?

He hadn’t expected this seemingly clever woman to be so easily swayed by his words.

Yet, on the surface, he maintained a deeply affectionate expression.

He immediately stepped forward, pulling Liu Liyue tightly into his arms and gently said, “Third Senior Sister, you’re the one I love… why can’t you understand my feelings?!”

Liu Liyue was startled by the sudden hug, her body stiff, hands not knowing where to go.

Her face was completely red, her heartbeat racing, unable to believe what was happening.

“R-Really?”

She stammered, her tone filled with uncertainty and anticipation.

Xiao Yifei nodded seriously, gazing at her with deep affection as he softly said, “Mn, Liyue.”

Hearing him call her by name, Liu Liyue’s eyes widened even more, as if she couldn’t believe her ears.

She stared blankly at Xiao Yifei, overwhelmed by a surge of emotion and happiness.

Xiao Yifei lowered his head, locking eyes with Liu Liyue, his gaze overflowing with tenderness and sweetness.

Liu Liyue was completely lost in his eyes, unable to pull away.

She felt as though her ears were burning, her face ablaze.

Xiao Yifei looked at her reaction and couldn’t help but sneer inwardly.

But on his face, he still wore a deeply affectionate expression…