Yan Xi's voice echoed in Mo Yu's mind.
"I didn't notice it before, but now that my Divine Soul has recovered somewhat, I've realized there's something unusual about little Wanqing."
"You're talking about the flesh-and-blood puppet?" Mo Yu replied.
"Hm? You noticed as well?" Yan Xi sounded genuinely surprised.
One had to know that she had only discovered the truth after her Divine Soul recovered to the Soul Transformation Realm.
Yet Mo Yu, who was merely at the Golden Core Realm, had somehow seen through it as well.
"I just made a guess," Mo Yu answered casually.
There was no way he could tell her that he had a System.
Hearing that, Yan Xi became even more astonished.
To deduce something so outrageous from only a few subtle clues—his powers of observation were truly frightening.
"You're improving faster and faster. With your current abilities, even in the Immortal Realm, you'd be worthy of being called a prodigy."
Her praise was sincere.
"It's all thanks to Sister Yanxi's guidance."
Mo Yu smiled.
"You certainly know how to sweet-talk people."
Yan Xi let out a soft snort, though the corners of her lips curved upward unconsciously, revealing a trace of pride.
Just then, a streak of green light tore through the sky.
"Junior Martial Uncle, I'm here!"
The clear, melodious voice sounded like a mountain spring, carrying barely concealed excitement.
The green streak landed before Mo Yu, revealing a graceful young woman.
Mo Yu immediately recognized her.
Meng Lanyin—the number one beauty of the Inner Sect and Chief Disciple of Xuannü Peak.
She appeared to have dressed especially carefully today.
Her snow-white gauze dress fluttered gently in the breeze, delicate blue embroidery tracing elegant patterns along the hem. As she moved, her fair jade-like legs could be seen faintly beneath the flowing fabric.
A bracelet of crystal-clear spirit jade adorned her wrist, making her already flawless skin appear even fairer.
Her silky black hair was tied loosely with a silver ribbon, while a few stray strands framed her face, adding a touch of natural charm.
Every step she took was graceful and elegant.
Though she tried to appear calm, the anticipation and shyness hidden within her eyes could not be concealed.
Her purity carried a subtle allure that could easily make hearts flutter.
At that moment, the System's notification sounded.
[Detected Daughter of Luck: Meng Lanyin. Suppress her to receive rewards.]
[Name: Meng Lanyin]
[Luck: Purple]
[Favorability: 100 (Adoration)]
[Profile: Saved by Mo Yu multiple times, she has fallen deeply in love with him. Gifted in the Dao of Music and especially skilled in flute techniques. Possesses the Nine-Curved Exquisite Physique. Though not yet awakened, she remains a top-tier cultivation prodigy.]
[Detected successful interception of Daughter of Luck Meng Lanyin.]
[Meng Lanyin has completely surrendered to your charm and willingly indulges in it. As long as you invite her, she will gladly play the flute for you.]
[Villain Counterattack Successful.]
[Reward: Immortal Artifact — Soul-Suppressing Jade Flute.]
[Successfully intercepted Mo Yu's destined connection. Luck plundering initiated.]
[Luck plundering failed. Automatically replenishing.]
[Luck +1000]
[Villain Points +1000]
Mo Yu's expression became strange.
System... are you being serious about this flute-playing?
He chose not to dwell on it.
What surprised him more was Meng Lanyin's favorability.
One hundred.
That was absurdly high.
Thinking back, every time he had "saved" her, it wasn't exactly heroic.
More often than not, it involved him staying behind while everyone else retreated.
To outsiders, however, it looked like he had repeatedly risked his life to protect his fellow disciples.
Naturally, such actions left a deep impression.
His gaze shifted toward the newly obtained Soul-Suppressing Jade Flute.
The flute was carved from flawless green jade, glowing with a gentle radiance. Ancient runes flowed across its surface like living streams of light.
It was elegant, mysterious, and extraordinarily beautiful.
It could attack, defend, suppress souls, and provide support.
An all-purpose treasure.
More importantly—
It was an Immortal Artifact.
Across the entire Tianyuan Continent, treasures of this level could be counted on one hand.
Even the superpowers regarded such items as ultimate trump cards.
Though Mo Yu knew nothing about flute arts, it hardly mattered.
An Immortal Artifact remained terrifying regardless of the user's skill.
While he was still examining it, Meng Lanyin had already moved closer.
Without hesitation, she gently hooked her arm around his.
Pouting slightly, she spoke in a tone filled with grievance.
"Junior Martial Uncle, you ignored me."
"I rushed here the moment I received your message."
Feeling the warmth against his arm, Mo Yu finally returned to reality.
His gaze moved down, and inadvertently swept across Meng Lanyin's collar.
Whether intentional or unintentional, from this angle, he could easily glimpse the scenery inside her clothes.
Her velvet-like fair neck was clear and bright, and her collarbone was soft and charming.
A faint, rich fragrance drifted from the collar, refreshing, and even attracted a bee greedy for nectar.
He averted his gaze, steadied his mind, and smiled slightly.
"Isn't it because you, Yin'er, are so beautiful and moving that I was momentarily stunned?"
Listening to Mo Yu's praise and feeling his gaze, Meng Lanyin felt a burst of joy in her heart, but on the surface, she still maintained a reserved and indifferent expression.
"I'll take that as a sweet compliment," she gave a light hum, her voice soft and charming to the bone, "Then I will forgive you this time."
Inside, however, she was already celebrating.
Junior Martial Uncle praised me!
Meanwhile, Mo Yu was struggling to maintain his composure.
What kind of man could remain unaffected under such circumstances?
If someone transmigrated into a cultivation world and never experienced romance, wouldn't that be a waste?
Still, he forcibly suppressed those thoughts.
After all, Chu Yuli was still nearby.
He couldn't allow a child to witness anything inappropriate.
Coughing lightly, he changed the subject.
"I called you here because I need your help with something."
A trace of disappointment flashed through Meng Lanyin's eyes, but she quickly concealed it.
"Junior Martial Uncle, you're being too formal."
She smiled sweetly.
"What is our relationship? No matter what you ask, I'll agree."
Deep inside, another thought surfaced.
Even if it's something more personal... I'd still agree.
The thought made her cheeks flush a faint pink.
"I recently accepted a disciple," Mo Yu explained. "I'd like you to help her complete the admission procedures."
"Mm, that's easy."
Meng Lanyin nodded immediately.
Then her beautiful eyes brightened.
"But before that..."
With graceful fingers, she removed a jade flute hanging from her waist.
Her smile became gentle and expectant.
"I recently learned a new piece."
"They say it's especially beautiful."
She looked directly into Mo Yu's eyes.
"Let me play it for you."
Mo Yu coughed awkwardly.
"Maybe another day. I still have matters to attend to."
"Then tonight?"
Meng Lanyin immediately pressed forward.
Her eyes sparkled with anticipation.
"Tonight I'll visit your courtyard and play it for you."
She tilted her head slightly and smiled.
"Okay?"