Ye Meng'e and Ye Xinxia's Deception

Ye Meng'e stayed for a few days before going back. During those days, she carried on behind Cheng Xiaoyu's back and whispered all sorts of secrets with Ye Xinxia, often leaving the latter's pretty face flushed bright red.

Cheng Xiaoyu had no interest in what the two women talked about. It was nothing more than dirty jokes between sisters. After all, Cousin had spent a long time abroad and was relatively open-minded. As long as she did not lead his younger sister astray, it was fine.

Summer vacation quietly slipped through their fingers. As a transfer student, Ye Xinxia entered the Top Class at Modu First Magic High School and smoothly began preparing for next year's Magic College Entrance Exam.

Cheng Xiaoyu also officially entered Mingzhu University. As a freshman, he was required to live on campus during the first semester. Since his younger sister was a day student, he explained the situation to President Xiao, who naturally agreed to his request.

As for that Fire-elemental Spirit Seed called [Rose Flame], he entrusted President Xiao with selling it. It fetched a full thirty-two million, all of which was exchanged for cultivation resources.

University life seemed rather monotonous to Cheng Xiaoyu. Every day, he attended boring classes, though the content was indeed far more useful than what he had learned in high school.

Occasionally, he would deepen his bond with his two senior sisters. Ding Yumian spent most of her time at the Fire Institute and the library, her longing for the outside world still undiminished. Qin Yuer, as a mentor at the Ice Institute, was usually quite busy, but she often asked about Cheng Xiaoyu's campus life.

Not long after school started, there was a Beast Fighting Competition, but he was not very interested in it. He would rather take Leng Lingling along to accept commissions.

When school ended on Saturdays and Sundays, Leng Lingling would drag Cheng Xiaoyu around taking all kinds of commissions, from minor ones like looking for lost cats and dogs to major ones like hunting down vicious Demon Beasts.

"Brother Xiaoyu, that rat is at your three o'clock up ahead."

"Got it."

Leng Lingling's voice came through the earpiece. Cheng Xiaoyu shuttled through the dark alley, his gaze accurately locking onto the large rat that was fleeing.

The next second, he stomped hard against the wall and shot straight toward the large rat. The Short Blade in his hand merely swept once, leaving a streak of Cold Light in midair.

The large rat's head dropped off. Its running body collapsed to the ground. Just like that, a Servant Class Demon Beast died beneath his blade.

"Boring. I should find some stronger Demon Beasts to practice on."

"Hmph, didn't you take care of that Commander Level Demon Beast last week? Hurry up and put away the corpse so we can report back. There's another commission waiting for us."

Leng Lingling's tone was full of excitement, as if she wanted to vent all the negative emotions she had built up at school. She kept urging Cheng Xiaoyu on.

"Fine."

Cheng Xiaoyu hid himself in the darkness again. The more dazzling and splendid a city was, the greater the darkness behind it became. The Demon Beasts hidden in Modu were far more numerous than those in Bo City.

That was normal too. After all, in a vast place like Modu, it was impossible to inspect every corner cleanly. Some fish would inevitably slip through the net and survive. Otherwise, what would be the point of the City Demon Hunter Squad?

Still, Qingtian Hunter's Institute truly deserved its reputation as an old-established hunter institute. Not only could he receive generous rewards, he could also kill Demon Beasts to raise his level. Why would he not do it?

Cheng Xiaoyu had previously fallen into a bottleneck. Under his teacher's guidance, he entered the Three Step Tower and cultivated for seven days. His Shadow Element reached Intermediate Level Two, while his Space Element was about to reach the bottleneck of Intermediate Level One.

He had tried bringing Yegelite along. Although the other party was not affected by the spatial gravity, he could not absorb the elemental aura, making Cheng Xiaoyu secretly lament what a pity it was.

In truth, he did not want to struggle either. With the cultivation resources his teacher had given him, he could lie flat without any problem. But his level had to be raised, and Gold Coins had to be obtained. The road ahead was long and heavy!

The weather grew colder, and winter descended upon this bustling metropolis. Cheng Xiaoyu breathed out a puff of hot air to warm his hands, waiting at the school gate for students to finish class like most parents.

When he saw Ye Xinxia coming out surrounded by several girls, he waved his arm.

"Xinxia, I'm over here."

"Older Brother!"

Upon seeing Cheng Xiaoyu, Ye Xinxia's pretty face immediately revealed a sweet smile. The girls beside her also looked over one after another. They had heard her talk about how good her older brother was before, and now they had finally seen him.

"You must be Xinxia's classmates. Thank you for taking care of my younger sister."

Faced with Cheng Xiaoyu's warm smile, the Three Girls seemed a little reserved and hurriedly waved their hands as they said, "After all, Xinxia isn't very mobile. Helping her is only natural."

"Mm, Sister Mu is right."

From Ye Xinxia's introductions, Cheng Xiaoyu learned that the gentle, intellectual girl who seemed like an older sister was called Mu Nujiao, the lively and adorable girl was called Aitutu, and the girl whose temperament was similar to his younger sister's was called Bai Tingting. The three of them were all good friends she had made in class, and they usually looked after her as well.

It had to be said, among all the girls he had met, the Three Girls were all school-beauty-level existences. It was truly wonderful that his younger sister could make such kind friends!

"You're Xinxia's older brother, right? How should we address you?"

The cute-looking girl leaned closer, but her assets were not to be underestimated. Her large eyes sparkled brightly.

Seeing this, Ye Xinxia's eyebrows furrowed slightly. She knew Aitutu's boy-crazy personality, but she chose not to speak.

"I almost forgot. My name is Cheng Xiaoyu. Nice to meet you."

"Tutu, come back first."

Mu Nujiao glared at Aitutu, then gave Cheng Xiaoyu a gentle smile and said, "Brother Xiaoyu, I heard from Xinxia that you're a student at Mingzhu University. We're planning to take the exam there next year too."

"I see. Maybe we'll be schoolmates in the future."

"May your words come true. Do you need me to have my driver take you home?"

"No need. Our home isn't far from the school."

After politely declining Mu Nujiao's goodwill, Cheng Xiaoyu left first with Ye Xinxia.

"Class monitor, I'll be leaving too."

After Bai Tingting left, Aitutu took Mu Nujiao's arm and said with a smile, "Sister Mu, didn't the Mu family ask you to get along well with Xinxia's older brother? Why didn't you keep finding topics to chat about?"

"Tutu, this matter can't be rushed. What you did just now was far too forward. Be a little more polite next time."

Actually, some time ago, someone had inadvertently heard Qin Yuer mention the existence of a "Junior Apprentice Brother," and everyone knew she was President Xiao's student. Once they found out, they were all shocked.

After some investigation, they finally learned that Cheng Xiaoyu had once caught President Xiao's eye during the special recruitment assessment. Some people had also seen this student acquainted with Qin Yuer, which made them even more certain of it.

Even though it had never been announced publicly, all the great families tacitly accepted this as fact...

And Mu Nujiao had been ordered by the Mu Clan to get on good terms with Cheng Xiaoyu. Bai Tingting of the Bai Clan was the same. Of course, their concern for Ye Xinxia was genuine, and that was beyond doubt!

"But Xinxia's Older Brother really is handsome, and he's even a top student at Mingzhu University, hehehe..."

Seeing Aitutu looking utterly lovestruck, Mu Nujiao shook her head helplessly. Sometimes, she really envied this best friend's carefree life. Unfortunately, she could not be like that.

On the other side, seeing Ye Xinxia breathe warm air into her hands, Cheng Xiaoyu took off the scarf around his neck and wrapped it around her, saying with a smile, "Wear my scarf. And remember to keep your hands in my pockets."

"Mm."

"Oh, right. Xiaoxue is arriving in Modu today. She'll probably stay at our place for a few days. I've already bought the ingredients, so I'll make you two a feast tonight."

Hearing this, Ye Xinxia froze slightly, then glared at Cheng Xiaoyu with Beautiful Eyes full of grievance. Pouting her Cherry Lips, she said unhappily, "Older Brother, are you trying to make me eat dog food from you and Ningxue?"

"Haha, how could that be?"

After returning home, Cheng Xiaoyu went into the kitchen to prepare dinner. Before long, Mu Ningxue happened to arrive.

She was wearing a fitted knit top today, which perfectly brought out her beautifully curved figure. A pair of high-waisted jeans showed off her perfect hips and long legs. Paired with her exquisite face and silver-white Long Hair, she was simply unbelievably captivating!

When Ye Xinxia saw the scarf around Mu Ningxue's neck, then lowered her head to look at the scarf around her own neck, she could not help puffing out her cheeks. She had been forced to eat dog food again.

When Mu Ningxue saw Ye Xinxia like this, the corners of her lips inevitably curved slightly.

In truth, her feelings toward Ye Xinxia were very complicated. She clearly knew this Adopted Sister's feelings for her adopted older brother, but she could not bear to completely tear the two of them apart. After all, this was someone else's family matter.

Ye Xinxia understood this just as clearly, so both girls knew it in their hearts. They tacitly maintained a harmonious way of getting along, yet there was always a somewhat unpleasant feeling inside.

Everything, in the end, would need time to test it...