Zhou Yan didn't think any further. All of it was only his speculation, after all, and might not be true.
Though women's status had improved significantly in recent times, thousands of years of convention still kept them under men's thumbs. That was even more true in the great families, where rules and strict hierarchies mattered most.
If Yue Yuna truly had such ambitions, her family would not be an asset to her. It would be her greatest constraint.
Zhou Yan didn't believe someone as clever as Yue Yuna could fail to see that.
Besides, even if Yue Yuna really did have ambitions, she couldn't achieve them overnight.
By then, Zhou Yan might have already left the Yue Family.
At the thought, Zhou Yan silently resolved to distance himself from Yue Yuna and keep his space from her.
He pushed those thoughts aside, then looked up at Yue Yuna on the battlefield once more. His gaze shifted slightly.
He had to admit, she made for a striking sight.
At that moment, Yue Yuna's seductive aura had vanished without a trace, replaced by a bold, spirited air. She radiated a distinctive charm that made it easy for others to be drawn to her and admire her.
It had nothing to do with desire. It was a sense of respect and allegiance that came from deep within.
Even Zhou Yan's gaze wavered for a moment.
But he quickly regained his composure, his heart calm as still water.
Succubus Power was no use on me!
Yue Yuna seemed to sense Zhou Yan's gaze just then. She turned her head, and their eyes met.
Zhou Yan froze for a moment, then hurriedly looked away.
Yue Yuna raised an eyebrow, but turned back to lead her troops into the charge the next instant, seemingly not giving