Chapter 273: Future Plans
In the spacious backyard.
First Elder sat sideways, casually picking up a piece of tender meat and putting it into her mouth, chewing and savoring the taste.
Lin Tianlu sat opposite her, looking at her slightly subtle expression. After a moment of silence, he spoke: “What do you think of my cooking, First Elder?”
“…I-It’s barely passable.”
First Elder mumbled in response, her lips pursed slightly, a flicker of charm in her eyes, which she quickly suppressed.
She took two sips of the thin porridge in her bowl, the wonderful taste that could intoxicate any ordinary woman gradually fading, and she couldn’t help but let out a soft moan.
She lightly licked her moist lips and gave him a look that was both resentful and playful: “Although it’s far from Jingyun’s skill, it’s rare for a man to have such homely cooking skills.
If you can treat your two beautiful wives like this in the future, they’ll be very fortunate, it makes me quite envious.”
“It seems my aptitude isn’t bad.”
Lin Tianlu smiled with satisfaction.
First Elder suddenly continued: “However, you shouldn’t show off these skills to other women in the future.”
“W-Why?”
“If other women have a taste, they’ll be captivated.”
A seductive smile appeared on her lips: “After all, you’re handsome, talented, and so considerate of the women in your life. How many women in this world could resist your charm after tasting this breakfast you personally made?”
Lin Tianlu chuckled awkwardly: “It doesn’t have such an incredible effect.”
If cooking a meal could easily capture someone’s heart, then chefs would truly become a sought-after profession. Perhaps the imperial court would even create a “special grade chef” position.
“You should listen to your elders~”
First Elder leaned back against the table with a smile, enjoying the delicious breakfast with a lazy and charming expression: “It won’t hurt you.”
“Alright, I’ll keep your teachings in mind, First Elder.”
“Looking at your ambiguous expression, I doubt you’ll really remember.” She chuckled softly, her eyes flickering, her beautiful lotus feet subtly touching his leg under the table, her delicate jade-like toes gently rubbing against his trousers: “Besides, if you really want to experience a woman’s tenderness, I can help you relieve yourself. Why bother looking elsewhere?”
“Hiss—”
Lin Tianlu shifted his legs with a subtle expression: “First Elder, please behave yourself.”
“Hmph, although you’ve won the hearts of many women by chance, you’re still as stubborn as a blockhead sometimes.”
First Elder licked the spoon seductively, glancing at him provocatively, her eyes full of flirtatious charm: “If we don’t tell anyone, who would know? Although there are others around, I only need to use a small technique, and outsiders won’t see anything unusual. They’ll just think we’re having a normal conversation.”
“Is… is that really okay?”
“Heehee~ Jingyun should have mentioned it to you, we people of Lunar Valley don’t care about worldly rules, we just follow our hearts.”
First Elder put down her chopsticks, rested her chin on her hand, and smiled, her eyes sparkling with charm: “Since I specifically came to Changling with Jingyun, it means I… don’t dislike you, scholar.”
Lin Tianlu was slightly taken aback.
After a moment of silence, he was about to respond when First Elder suddenly changed the subject, saying with a grin: “So, how about massaging my right foot? I’ve been running around for you and your wives these past two days, and my legs are tired. You should at least reward me a little, right?”
“…”
Lin Tianlu’s eyes twitched, almost blurting out a retort.
This woman really liked to play with people’s hearts.
Even after being freed from the influence of the Moon Soul Sacred Sect’s thousand-year obsession, her nature was still as eccentric and unpredictable as ever, making her difficult to understand. It perfectly matched her charming and seductive appearance.
“Well, you said it yourself, First Elder.”
Lin Tianlu took a deep breath and lifted her ankle, pressing his fingers against the sole of her unsuspecting foot.
First Elder’s charming smile froze, a shiver running from her waist to her shoulders as if she had been electrocuted. She trembled violently, almost crying out, and hurriedly covered her mouth with her hand, a seductive and intoxicating blush spreading across her cheeks.
She reached out to stop him in a panic:
“W-Wait! Why are your fingers so—”
“Ruoyu has massaged me many times, and I’ve practiced imitating her a couple of times. I hope you enjoy it, First Elder.”
Lin Tianlu gave her a kind smile.
But this handsome smile sent shivers down First Elder’s spine, her heart pounding in panic.
Before she could beg for mercy, she let out a muffled moan, covering her mouth tightly, her sexy body trembling, the several blade-like tails under her skirt twisting into various shapes.
…
After a while.
First Elder looked dazed and weak, lying limply on the stone table, a blush still lingering on her cheeks, tears welling up in the corners of her eyes, as if she had just been thoroughly bullied.
“…”
Lin Tianlu walked back from a distance, stretching his limbs, and chuckled: “I’ve been exercising in the courtyard for a while now, but you still haven’t recovered, First Elder. Could it be that my massage skills are truly that outstanding?”
“I-It wasn’t comfortable…”
First Elder bit her lip lightly and glared at him.
But her soft gaze didn’t carry any real anger, just a bit of stubbornness to save face.
Recalling the exhilarating shiver that had gone straight to her bones and soul, she felt both surprised and scared… and a bit reluctant.
Of course, if she really said that out loud, she would lose all face as an elder, so she naturally couldn’t admit it.
“Hu—”
Wiggling her still warm right foot, First Elder raised her head from her arms and looked at the man sitting in front of her: “What are your plans for the future?”
“Plans?”
“Just living in seclusion with your two beautiful wives, as an ordinary scholar?” First Elder’s voice became incredibly gentle, and she slowly said: “Although my obsession was too deep before, almost leading Lunar Valley to an irreversible situation, I repented after your guidance. If you really want to stay out of worldly affairs, perhaps we can—”
Lin Tianlu suddenly said: “I plan to leave in a while.”
First Elder looked surprised: “Where are you going?”
“I know that peace and quiet are hard-earned, so I naturally have to take care of the people around me.” Lin Tianlu chuckled softly: “You should know about Miss Xuanling in my house, First Elder.”
“…I see, you’re going to help her?”
“This body of hers is only temporarily constructed by your technique. If it suffers any external impact, it will immediately dissipate, and her soul will return to the jade pendant. She can’t live a normal life like this.” Lin Tianlu’s expression turned serious: “I made a promise to her, so I naturally have to help her obtain her own body, so she can live in this world like a normal person.”
“That witty and mischievous little girl is indeed likable.”
First Elder’s eyes flickered: “However, it seems you’re not just thinking about this.”
“You said before that the Nine Dragons will emerge, and the world’s destiny will change.” Lin Tianlu smiled and tapped the ground beneath his feet: “Now, ‘one dragon’ is in Changling, where are the remaining eight?”
“Could it be, you’re planning to enter the world and fight—”
“No.”
Lin Tianlu waved his hand: “Who says traveling means entering the world to fight? I’m just thinking of helping Miss Xuanling find a way to recover, and at the same time, keep an eye on the movements of the Earth Dragon’s Pulse. If I can thwart any conspiracies that are harmful to the mortal world along the way, why not?”
“You…”
First Elder’s eyes widened, and she couldn’t help but chuckle: “You do have the bearing of someone who cares about the world, your words and actions are all for the well-being of the people.”
“If we scholars don’t do our part, wouldn’t we have read all those sage books in vain?”
Seeing his gentle expression as he spoke these words, First Elder lowered her eyes, feeling a bit emotional.
Ruoyu and Jingyun hadn’t misjudged him. This scholar possessed immense power but had no evil thoughts. His heart was as calm as still water, saving people from disaster without asking for anything in return. His integrity and sincerity were truly admirable.
“Have you discussed this with Ruoyu and the others?”
“Of course, we’ve discussed it, and they have no objections.”
Lin Tianlu nodded: “If I really do travel far, Yishi can accompany me during the off-season of her business. It can be considered a leisurely trip to relax.”
“They really do listen to you in everything.” First Elder shook her head and chuckled: “But since you and your wives have already discussed it, I have nothing more to say. I can only wish you a pleasant journey.”
Lin Tianlu smiled and cupped his hands: “Thank you for your kind words, First Elder.”
“Hey, seeing how obedient and sensible you are makes me want to give you a farewell gift.”
First Elder’s lips curved into a smile, and she leaned closer, like a wild beast, smiling seductively: “How about I teach you the various dual cultivation and sensual techniques passed down in Lunar Valley for thousands of years? It will definitely give you an unforgettable experience, making you crave for more.”
“Cough! Please don’t tease me, First Elder.”
Lin Tianlu quickly stood up and distanced himself, chuckling and bowing: “But if you want another massage, First Elder, I won’t refuse.”
“Mm!”
This time, it was First Elder’s turn to freeze, awkwardly retreating.
This brat, he had also learned how to exploit others’ weaknesses.
The massage was indeed incredibly comfortable, making her soul tremble with joy, but it would be too embarrassing to show such a vulnerable side in front of her junior again.
