Chapter 54 - Is It Funny That the Reincarnated Senior Sister Is Also Being Pursued?

Bai Lian's eyes widened in shock. Jiang Miao, still nearby, couldn't see what was happening but could easily wander over. Given the situation, Mu Jianli's insistence on a kiss seemed nothing short of a death sentence for Bai Lian. "No, no, no! It's not right to kiss in public like this!" She shook her head wildly, her long black hair mimicking ocean waves flowing behind her. The sight was utterly charming. Mu Jianli raised an eyebrow and said, "If you don't want to kiss, then don't blame me for spreading rumors, okay?" She continued, "You wouldn't want..." How could Bai Lian not see that Mu Jianli was teasing her out of jealousy? But sadly due to a lapse, she had given Mu Jianli leverage over her. Now, Bai Lian was being pressured with no way out. Gritting her teeth, she exclaimed, "Mu Jianli, you're a standout disciple of the Taihua Sword Sect and the future leader. Can you not ask for something else?" "All you think about is kissing, how unruly!" Having said that, she turned her glowing red face away, unwilling to face Mu Jianli. "Other requests... aren't impossible," Mu Jianli replied playfully. Curiosity piqued, Bai Lian turned back, only to be met with Mu Jianli's mischievous grin. "If you don't like kissing, then how about another request, like... doing..." Bai Lian quickly covered her mouth, conceding with resignation, "Fine, a kiss it is!" Mu Jianli smiled gently. Truthfully, rather than the superficial kiss, she desired more from Bai Lian. However, her observations revealed Bai Lian’s reluctance towards advancing their intimacy. It was odd; since becoming a woman, Bai Lian seemed more secretive, possessing many mysteries. No matter. Lessons learned from Bai Lian, among them the art of slow seduction, could be put to use. Mu Jianli exuded confidence in her ability to exceed her past self’s charm. "Clearly, you enjoy it too, why resist?" she teased. "You enjoy it!" Bai Lian retorted indignantly. Mu Jianli seemed to have changed a lot. She used to be a bit tsundere, hesitant yet willing in the game, but after rebirth, Mu Jianli was entirely bold and seemed somewhat addicted to kissing. In the end, Bai Lian figured it was her karma catching up. Oh well, a kiss is just a kiss — not like she'd lose an arm over it. Mu Jianli wouldn’t eat her alive, right? With a wistful sigh, she wrapped her arms around Mu Jianli’s slender waist, tiptoed, and kissed her. This time, Mu Jianli didn’t lead but allowed Bai Lian’s clumsy kisses to explore. What once was a mastered art now felt unfamiliar, making the experience refreshingly new. She watched the slight quiver of Bai Lian's lashes, reminiscing about the tenderness of Bai Lian, regardless of the form. ... Jiang Miao sat on the railing, chin propped on her hand, feet swinging in the air as the firelight danced below. What was Hei Lian up to? Why was she with Mu Jianli, seeming so intimate? How was Bai Lian now? She touched the top of her head again. Though the hands that stroked her hair had become slender, they still held that familiar rhythm etched deeply in her mind. Once large hands had ruffled her hair the same way. Why did Hei Lian feel so familiar to her, even though they supposedly didn't know each other? Thoughts tangled, her mood grew restless. "Damn, I'm the holy maiden of the demon cult, how can this bother me!" "I'll just ask Hei Lian and Mu Jianli where Bai Lian is!" Determined, Jiang Miao leaped down from the railing to seek Bai Lian for answers. Just then, Bai Lian, feeling breathless, started to push Mu Jianli away and opened her eyes — only to be met with wide-eyed shock. "Mm-mm-mm!!!" She struggled hard, finally breaking free from Mu Jianli's embrace. "What's wrong, Senior Sister?" Mu Jianli asked, annoyed at the sudden interruption. Bai Lian's face was flushed, and she gasped, "Xiao Miao... is here." Kissing Mu Jianli wasn't so problematic; the girl seemed addicted to it and would find excuses constantly since discovering Bai Lian's true identity. Embarrassing, but tolerable until nearly being caught by Jiang Miao while kissing. That was utterly different! It felt like getting caught red-handed doing something illicit. Upon seeing Jiang Miao, her soul almost leapt out. If Jiang Miao saw them, Bai Lian would want to crawl into a hole out of sheer embarrassment. "Heil Lian Sister, I have to ask you something!" Jiang Miao, with her lively spirit, called out from afar. Yet the next moment, she froze. Mu Jianli turned and pulled Hei Lian into her embrace, smirking at Jiang Miao, "Holy Maiden Jiang, my senior and I were having a private conversation. Why are you interrupting us?" Having barely recovered from her exhilarating emotions, Bai Lian found herself suddenly nestled against Mu Jianli right before Jiang Miao. Almost too much, she clung to Mu Jianli, murmuring, "Sword Jian- Jianli, what are you doing?" "You promised not to reveal my identity!" "Rest assured, senior, I won't let you go that easily." Mu Jianli chuckled gently. Jiang Miao stood stunned, less concerned with issues of orientation — cult members were quite unorthodox, after all. As a saintess, she was used to comrades' confessions, even lacking interest until meeting Bai Lian. But these two were from Taihua Sword Sect! Aren’t righteous sect disciples supposed to be focused on reputation? How could they flaunt their affection like this? And crucially... She pointed a trembling finger at Mu Jianli, exclaiming in disbelief, "Mu Jianli, you're that kind of person!"