"Impossible. Even if Third Brother has seen through my identity, he would never target me. He loves me."
"You must be lying to me just so you can make me leave Third Brother and make me your own."
"Keep dreaming. I won't believe your nonsense."
After a moment of hesitation, Xiao Wu shook her head repeatedly, refusing to believe Sun Sheng's words.
She had lived with Tang San for six years, eating together, playing together, and sleeping together.
Their affection over many years had long since taken deep root.
How could Xiao Wu suspect Tang San just because of a few words from Sun Sheng?
It was impossible.
Seeing this, Sun Sheng curled his lips in a smile, clearly having anticipated it.
He knew that a few words of his own could not turn Xiao Wu and Tang San against their deep bond.
However, he had a brilliant trick up his sleeve.
That was none other than the Dragon Duke and Snake Granny's granddaughter, the great beauty Meng Yiran.
He remembered that in the original work, Tang San should have encountered the evil Man Faced Demon Spider by now.
Next came the part where Tang San soloed the Man Faced Demon Spider, encountered Meng Yiran again, and competed in Hidden Weapons.
In the end, Meng Yiran lost, and Tang San taught her how to use Hidden Weapons.
Out of gratitude, Meng Yiran specifically gave Tang San a kiss.
If Xiao Wu were to witness this scene, and he fed her some more sweet-talk on the side, it might yield unexpected results.
Thinking of this, he grew rather eager to take Xiao Wu along to watch the spectacle.
"Xiao Wu, you're wrong again."
"Actually, Tang San is a fickle playboy who doesn't love you that much."
"Although your six years of being together have fostered deep affection, who can guarantee that he isn't just putting on an act?"
"Even if he isn't doing it on purpose, under the influence of those two girls Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing, could he really keep his hands to himself?"
"If I'm not mistaken, Ning Rongrong seems to have a thing for Tang San."
"You can surely tell that much, right?"
To lay the groundwork for the upcoming plot, Sun Sheng deliberately offered an analysis.
While it wouldn't make Xiao Wu believe him outright, it would plant a seed of doubt in her heart.
As long as the timing was right, this seed would sprout and grow.
Hearing this, Xiao Wu trembled all over.
Of course she could tell that Ning Rongrong liked Tang San a little.
Even so, she still chose to trust Tang San.
"No way. Even if Rongrong likes Third Brother, so what? Third Brother won't like her. He only loves me alone," Xiao Wu insisted.
"Heh, loves you alone?"
"Xiao Wu, you really are naive."
"Tell me, how many men in this world do not want to embrace beauties in both arms and possess countless goddesses?"
"How many men can sit amidst a sea of flowers without losing their composure and silently yearn for just a single blossom?"
"Yes, such men do exist in this world, but they are exceedingly rare."
"How can you guarantee that Tang San is one of them?"
"Xiao Wu, I know you won't believe my words, and perhaps Tang San really does like you."
"However, you aren't human; you're a Soul Beast. For your own safety, you'd better keep your guard up."
"Don't pour your heart and soul entirely into Tang San. That will only bring you harm."
Reaching this point in his speech, Sun Sheng thought of Xiao Wu's future in the original work and felt it was entirely undeserved.
In his eyes, Tang San was a selfish person who, although appearing upright and deeply in love with Xiao Wu, was hardly selfless.
Yet who could guarantee he didn't have an ulterior motive?
After all, he was a transmigrator who had already reached adulthood before coming to Douluo Continent, possessing a very mature mindset.
Besides, after Tang San accepted the Sea God legacy, his selfish behavior became even more obvious.
It was just that he was adept at concealing it.
Sun Sheng's words felt like a shackle, firmly locked deep inside Xiao Wu's heart.
Indeed.
Although she and Tang San had spent six years together and cultivated a deep bond...
Just how long could it last, and would Tang San truly remain single-minded toward her always?
Though blunt, Sun Sheng's words were very realistic and not without reason.
She was not human, but a Soul Beast.
The grievances between humans and Soul Beasts ran far too deep.
If she didn't keep her guard up ordinarily, the one who would ultimately end up suffering was none other than herself.
"Xiao Wu, I know saying more is just empty talk, mere armchair theorizing."
"If there's a chance, I will let you see Tang San's true face."
"Let's go. I'll take you to find Tang San and the others."
Seeing Xiao Wu's expression, the corners of Sun Sheng's mouth lifted slightly.
He knew that deep down, Xiao Wu's heart had already begun to waver.
Next, he just needed to let Xiao Wu witness the moment Meng Yiran kissed Tang San.
Only by doing so could he push forward with his plan.
"Mn!"
With a heavy expression, Xiao Wu nodded and followed Sun Sheng away.
Clang! Turning Xiao Wu and Tang San against each other, task completion progress: 10%. Reward: One Soul Orb, two hundred points of Leveling Value, two hundred points of Exchange Value.
Receiving the system's reward, Sun Sheng was over-joyed.
This 10% progress showed him tremendous hope, and victory was close at hand.
Perhaps the heavens had opened their eyes and were showing him great favor.
When Sun Sheng brought Xiao Wu to find Tang San, Tang San was intimately teaching Meng Yiran how to use Hidden Weapons.
Upon seeing Tang San, Xiao Wu felt immense joy and intended to run right over.
However, Sun Sheng promptly intercepted her, covering her mouth with his hand to keep her from making a sound.
"Xiao Wu, don't be hasty."
"Didn't you refuse to believe my words? Let's not show ourselves just yet. Let's see if Tang San loves you the way you claim and dotes on you in every possible way."
"Look at what Tang San is doing right now."
Leaning close to her ear, Sun Sheng coaxed her softly.
He pointed toward Tang San, who was chatting and laughing with Meng Yiran as the two of them drew closer and closer together.
Xiao Wu had wanted to struggle, but upon hearing his words, she grew slightly quieter, gazing fixedly at Tang San's every move.
Because the two of them were too far away, she couldn't hear their conversation at all and could only watch their actions from a distance.
Yet precisely because of this, it provided Sun Sheng with an even better opportunity to turn her against Tang San.
"Xiao Wu, see that? When you aren't around, Tang San reveals his true nature."
"Look how intimate they are. Their hands are even touching."
Seeing Tang San hand the Bone Penetrating Needle to Meng Yiran and patiently teach her hand-in-hand, Sun Sheng hurriedly stoked the flames on the side.
With Tang San and Meng Yiran looking exceedingly close and no one able to hear what they were saying, anyone would let their imagination run wild.
Though people always said seeing was believing...
What one saw with their own eyes wasn't necessarily always the truth.
This was why Sun Sheng had pulled Xiao Wu back in time, preventing her from ruining this prime opportunity.
Once Tang San finished teaching Meng Yiran, the explosive scene that followed nearly drove Xiao Wu mad.
Because Meng Yiran actually gave Tang San a kiss on the cheek, and he didn't even dodge.
This truly made her furious.
Seeing that the good show had begun, Sun Sheng hurried to seize the opportunity to add fuel to the fire, making the blaze burn even more fiercely.
"Xiao Wu, do you understand now?"
"If Tang San were truly single-minded toward you, with his reflexes, he could have easily dodged it."
"Since he didn't dodge, it shows he was accepting it with a calm mind."
"In other words, Tang San has already developed feelings for her."
"Just think, how many men under the heavens would reject the ambiguity of such an exquisite, smoking-hot beauty?"
Sun Sheng spoke with hidden meaning.
Sure enough, the moment his words fell, Xiao Wu lost her composure, angrily breaking free from Sun Sheng's restraint and charging out.
"Third Brother, what are you two doing?"
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