Lin Yan: I Have a Good Idea

Three months later.

Suotuo Great Soul Arena.

"Brother! That was fierce!"

"With a second martial soul as monstrous as yours, why didn't you bring it out to cultivate sooner?"

The seven-person team battle had concluded, and the Shrek team, led by Lin Yan, had achieved an overwhelming victory over the Mad Battle Team.

Dai Mubai hooked his arm around Lin Yan's shoulder, his face showing genuine happiness for him, and even the others cast looks of admiration his way.

To this, Lin Yan merely nodded slightly, "I had that Evil Fire to deal with before, didn't I~"

As soon as these words left his mouth, Dai Mubai's expression froze, followed by a look of teasing realization.

"You weren't dating before, but now that you have a girlfriend, you're finally showing off, huh."

"You brat..."

"Hahaha~ Come on, it's my treat today. Pick any restaurant in all of Suotuo City; we're going to have a feast."

As he spoke, he patted Lin Yan's shoulder affectionately, acting like the big brother of the team as he strode toward the arena exit.

The others followed behind them, their faces filled with similar smiles, save for Tang San at the very back, who clenched his fists tightly as he watched Lin Yan's retreating figure.

Over these past three months, Lin Yan had truly stolen the spotlight in front of everyone.

Not only had he raised his Soul Power Level from 36 to 38 by dual-cultivating with Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, but he had also shone brilliantly in the arena, transforming from a mere support into the team's primary carry.

He had already become the soul of the team.

At the same time, both Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong had broken through to level 30 thanks to the dual-cultivation technique; the former had fused with the Eight Spider Lances and was now at level 33.

The latter had just broken through to level 30 two days ago and had returned to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to have someone help her hunt for a soul ring.

As for Tang San, he had ultimately followed Yu Xiaogang's advice and absorbed the soul ring of a Man Faced Demon Spider.

Perhaps the boy was truly a child of destiny, or perhaps Asura was pulling strings from the shadows; regardless, Tang San had actually obtained a soul bone during the process of absorbing the ring.

It was a torso bone just over a thousand years old. Fearing someone might snatch his fortune, he hadn't hesitated for even half a second after obtaining it and had fused with it immediately.

Lin Yan didn't know whether to laugh or roar with laughter at this...

Not long after...

Lin Yan and Zhu Zhuqing arrived at the private room ahead of time. While the others were still downstairs ordering food, the two quickly became entangled.

Lin Yan sat in a chair, while Zhu Zhuqing straddled his lap.

In the brief moment between the young girl's sweet, fragrant kisses, a pair of large hands suddenly squeezed her with such intensity that it caused her immense soreness, and the quiet room was suddenly filled with the sounds of their intimate encounter.

Outside the window, birds chirped, white clouds drifted lazily across the sky, and downstairs, Dai Mubai and the others laughed happily...

Inside the room, the girl finally found a chance to catch her breath, but Lin Yan had already found a new target.

Zhu Zhuqing let out a muffled groan as she felt a sudden sharp pain, her jade-like hands pushing against Lin Yan's head, trying to shove him away.

"No, they'll be here any second, there's no time."

However, Lin Yan didn't respond at all, continuing his indulgence.

Zhu Zhuqing's eyes grew increasingly panicked as she kept glancing toward the door.

"I beg you, let's wait until tonight, okay..."

The girl's expression was a mix of anger and flushed shame, yet she remained unable to break free from the large hands behind her.

It wasn't until footsteps echoed in the hallway that Lin Yan finally looked up. He licked his lips, flashed a wicked grin, and said, "I've thought of a good idea."

Zhu Zhuqing looked at Lin Yan's malicious gaze, a surge of panic and excitement rising within her for no reason.

But before she could react to what Lin Yan meant, she was roughly pressed beneath the table by a pair of large hands.

The very moment her entire figure was covered by the tablecloth, the door to the room was pushed open.

With a crisp click, the sound of everyone's footsteps followed.

In the dim space beneath the table, Zhu Zhuqing didn't dare to breathe, curling herself up as tightly as possible to avoid being touched when the others sat down.

The restaurant's private room was high-end, featuring a long, rectangular dining table. Lin Yan's position happened to be at one corner, with a wall to his left and Xiao Wu to his right.

The tablecloth draped over the table was long enough to cover their laps, intended to prevent food from staining their clothes.

Under these conditions, Lin Yan pressed down on Zhu Zhuqing's head, burying her low...

"Huh? Where's Zhu Zhuqing?"

Everyone took their seats, and Xiao Wu asked casually when she noticed Zhu Zhuqing's absence.

Lin Yan adjusted his posture, leaning back against the chair and feigning exhaustion as he replied.

"She said she wasn't feeling well and went back to rest."

"I figured since Rongrong isn't here either and we aren't a full group, I didn't try to persuade her to stay."

Dai Mubai didn't think much of it upon hearing this.

"Small problem. We can just gather again once everyone is here."

The minor interlude for the group ended quickly, and Zhu Zhuqing under the table secretly breathed a sigh of relief; after understanding the situation, she gradually unwrapped the packaging to taste the food.

Before long, the waiters finished serving all the dishes, and the group began to feast, which included Zhu Zhuqing under the table...

Glasses clinked, and the wine had already gone around three times.

Just as everyone was feeling slightly tipsy, Ma Hongjun seized the opportunity to look at Dai Mubai, "Boss, you and Zhu Zhuqing..."

"Don't even mention it, there's been no progress at all, and she's even been deliberately avoiding me."

Dai Mubai's expression and tone were both very impatient.

"I mean, I only went to the brothel a few times, right? How many men in this world haven't been?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Zhu Zhuqing, who was busy under the table, lost control of her strength due to anger, causing Lin Yan's body to suddenly shudder.

Dai Mubai noticed Lin Yan's abnormality and raised his wine glass.

"Brother, let's have a drink just the two of us!"

"You've worked hard during these days of team battles."

Lin Yan gave an awkward smile and likewise raised his glass to tap the table, showing his respect.

The two of them downed their drinks in one gulp.

Dai Mubai let out a long, grimacing sigh and looked at Lin Yan.

"I'm telling you, you're the same."

"Ning Rongrong is indeed beautiful, but occasionally you need to change your palate."

"I'm treating today, so come with me after we finish eating; I'll take you to see the world."

Lin Yan chuckled, "I'll pass, Rongrong is from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect after all..."

This sentence carried significant weight; it was equivalent to saying nothing, yet in the ears of the others, it was equivalent to saying everything.

After Dai Mubai understood the implication, his expression turned ugly as he let out a sigh.

"Sigh~"

"See what I told you? Women are just trouble!"

"Anyway, I don't care anymore. Zhu Zhuqing can think whatever she wants; she'll be my woman in the end regardless. With the pressure from the Star Luo Royal Family, she will submit sooner or later."

His tone sounded somewhat like he had given up on himself, yet also as if everything was under his control.

After all, in the minds of the group, the rules of the Star Luo Royal Family could not be broken, and Zhu Zhuqing would sooner or later be Dai Mubai's woman.

Under the table, Zhu Zhuqing wanted to pull herself out to confront Dai Mubai in person due to her rage, but a large hand from Lin Yan once again firmly pressed down on her head.