Tang Wutong's mysterious gift!

Huh?

They had been talking just fine. Why had she suddenly started throwing hands?

Looks like I really need to teach you a lesson!

Xiang Jun gave a wicked chuckle, easily freed his cheeks from her grip, then seized Tang Wutong by the wrist.

Watching the lovely girl struggle to break free, Xiang Jun's eyes gleamed with teasing amusement.

Think I can't handle you?

"You... How dare you! Let go of this princess!" Tang Wutong cried, her face burning red after her attempts to break free failed.

They were so close that Tang Wutong could clearly hear his strong, steady heartbeat. More than that, the unique aura of the Sea God's essence around Xiang Jun left her gaze momentarily hazy.

Let you go?

Wouldn't that make me look like a pushover?

"You think I'll let go just because you say so? Looks like Your Highness still hasn't figured out the situation!" Xiang Jun teased, tightening his grip.

"Th-then this princess apologizes. Will that do?" she said, but a sly glint crossed her eyes as she quietly kicked off her little leather shoes.

Wait, did I hear that right?

Tang Wutong actually apologized?

Xiang Jun froze, instantly on guard.

Is she planning to pull a fast one on me?

Just then, Tang Wutong moved.

Her long, shapely legs shot into the air, and her little feet, clad in white stockings, kicked straight at Xiang Jun's face!

Ha! Nice try, buddy!

I knew she was trying to trick me!

Already prepared, Xiang Jun leaned back slightly and easily dodged the harmless attack.

But the move left Tang Wutong wide open, giving Xiang Jun an unobstructed view.

Wait! That shape... Could it be a bun—

The sight stunned Xiang Jun for a moment. By the time he came to his senses, it was too late: a brilliant golden butterfly hair clip filled his vision.

"Take this, courtesy of this princess!"

"Rocket headbutt!"

Bonk!

Ring, ring, ring!

"That's all for today, everyone. Keep working hard on your cultivation when you get back!" As the dismissal bell rang, Han Ruoruo winked playfully at the class and left first.

The moment Han Ruoruo was gone, the once-quiet classroom erupted into chatter.

"Oh, don't be mad. How was I supposed to know you couldn't dodge even that..." Tang Wutong immediately turned to Xiang Jun, guilt tinging her voice.

I couldn't dodge it?

Who knew you'd distract me like that?

"I'm not that petty!" Xiang Jun rubbed his reddened nose and replied irritably.

"Hehe, I knew you wouldn't be mad at me!"

Seeing that Xiang Jun wasn't holding it against her, Tang Wutong patted her chest in relief. Then her tone turned serious. "But this princess still thinks you should focus on cultivation and spend less time with strange people. Especially..."

She glanced toward Huo Yuhao at the back of the room. Her meaning was unmistakable.

Strange people?

Is she talking about me?

Huo Yuhao blinked, unable to figure out how he had offended the young lady this time.

"Really? Then I'd better stay away from you." Looking at the solemn Tang Wutong beside him, Xiang Jun couldn't help recalling what had just happened.

If it really was that shape, it should be plump and juicy, right?

His gaze drifted to Tang Wutong's long, perfectly proportioned legs.

Tang Wutong, who had been quietly admiring Xiang Jun's profile, noticed where he was looking. Following his gaze, she looked down at her own slender legs.

Could Xiang Jun like this sort of thing...?

Tang Wutong blushed, but she felt no disgust. Instead, a little thrill of delight stirred within her.

So it's not that this princess lacks charm. I just picked the wrong approach!

Seeing Xiang Jun rise from his seat, Tang Wutong's eyes flashed with resolve. "Um, Xiang Jun, wait a moment. I have a gift for you..." she said shyly.

To catch a wolf, you have to take a risk. If it brings Xiang Jun back onto the right path, it'll be worth it!

A gift?

Seeing how bashful Tang Wutong looked, Xiang Jun grew curious and sat back down.

Time passed. Before long, only the three of them remained in the classroom.

Tang Wutong turned to Huo Gua, who was playing third wheel, and snapped, "Aren't you going to lunch? What are you still doing here?"

"I..."

"Yuhao, you go on ahead," Xiang Jun said, cutting Huo Yuhao off.

Then, as if remembering something, Xiang Jun tossed a pouch of Gold Soul Coins into Huo Yuhao's hands. "Don't forget to get food from the cafeteria. Make it two portions, and get plenty of soul beast meat. Don't worry about spending the coins."

"Got it, Brother Xiang Jun..."

Staring at the money pouch, Huo Yuhao's eyes dimmed. He lowered his head and quietly left the classroom.

Only after Huo Yuhao had disappeared did Xiang Jun turn back to Tang Wutong, curiosity sparkling in his eyes.

Come on, let me see what this gift is!

Tang Wutong blushed under Xiang Jun's unwavering stare.

She slowly propped one foot against the edge of her chair, then, to Xiang Jun's disbelief, slipped off her delicate leather shoes and tossed them aside.

Huh?

What on earth are you doing?

Without her shoes in the way, Xiang Jun could almost see Tang Wutong's smooth, pearl-like toes through her gossamer-thin white stockings.

Ignoring his stunned expression, Tang Wutong fought down her embarrassment and pinched the gold-patterned bows at the sides of her stockings.

With a gentle tug, the gossamer-thin fabric slid slowly down against her skin.

Once the white stockings came off completely, Tang Wutong's long, straight, shapely legs were fully exposed to Xiang Jun's gaze.

As for Xiang Jun, Tang Wutong's baffling display had left him utterly speechless!

What was this supposed to mean?

Was she testing me?

What soul master could withstand a test like this?

When Xiang Jun remained motionless in his seat, Tang Wutong simply stuffed the stockings into his hand.

"Here. This is your gift from this princess. Take good care of it!"

"And don't tell anyone about this, or you're dead!"

With that, Tang Wutong could no longer bear her embarrassment. She hurriedly summoned her Light Goddess Butterfly and fled the classroom.