Chapter 703 It's better to do it first - I Became the Rich Second-Generation Villain

Wang Haoran responded to Hua Jieyu’s comment, "I did see some scenes not meant for my eyes, but I quickly turned my head away." "Young Master, what you saw was only an illusion created by my master," Hua Jieyu revealed. "An illusion? I see," Wang Haoran pretended to be enlightened. "My master was trying to use a charm technique to control you, make you obey her, but thankfully, your strong will resisted her trickery," Hua Jieyu expressed her relief. Aren't you afraid your master will find out you're speaking ill of her? Wang Haoran mused internally but said aloud, "Thank you for the warning. I will be sure to guard against your master in the future." Hua Jieyu smiled and nodded, although she still seemed a bit worried. She removed a jade pendant tied with a red string from around her neck and handed it to Wang Haoran. "This jade has the power to break enchantments. Keep it with you to guard against my master's charm techniques." "This jade must be quite precious; I'm hesitant to accept it," Wang Haoran politely refused. "Young Master, you must take it," Hua Jieyu insisted, pressing the jade into his hand. "Well, thank you, then," Wang Haoran accepted the jade and wore it around his neck, keeping it close. The jade held a lingering warmth and a faint fragrance. Seeing Wang Haoran’s actions, Hua Jieyu's cheeks flushed with color. The jade pendant had been worn close to her skin, touching the gentle curves of her chest, and now Wang Haoran wore it against his own, which felt like an indirect intimacy. "Are you feeling unwell, my lady?" Wang Haoran asked with feigned curiosity, though inside he was well aware. "Oh, I’m fine," Hua Jieyu hastily dismissed her wandering thoughts and suddenly asked tentatively, "Young Master, have you ever had any thoughts about my master?" "I was unaware your master was using a charm at the time. I spoke against her advances immediately when she tried to embrace me." Hua Jieyu was pleased and added, "Young Master is indeed wise. My master may look youthful, like a twenty-year-old girl, but she’s actually thirty-two!" "Oh, thirty-two, is she?" Wang Haoran feigned surprise. "Exactly! But please, Young Master, don’t tell my master I discussed her age behind her back," Hua Jieyu pleaded. "I’m not the type to gossip," Wang Haoran assured confidently. "Young Master, what kind of women do you like?" Hua Jieyu asked with a shy curiosity. "It depends on the feeling; it’s hard to describe," Wang Haoran responded vaguely. "Do you find my type appealing?" Hua Jieyu boldly inquired. "Purely on appearance, I find you quite attractive," Wang Haoran commented. "So you don’t like my personality? I’m not a frivolous woman; the way I acted in the side hall was just an act," Hua Jieyu explained defensively. Earlier, she was merely intrigued and behaved more casually to win over Wang Haoran, but now, deeply smitten, she cared greatly about his impression of her. She restrained her previous demeanor, fearing to incur his dislike. "I’m not referring to that. Didn’t you previously associate with Su Xuan and claimed to be a capricious and ruthless enchantress on parting? I dare not provoke, lest I end up like him," Wang Haoran feigned fear. "That was different; my affection for Su Xuan was insincere," Hua Jieyu hastily clarified. "Then how am I to know your feelings for me aren’t similarly insincere?" Wang Haoran challenged. Hua Jieyu was momentarily taken aback but realized his point had merit. To assure Wang Haoran, she devised a plan and acted swiftly. Her sash and silk robe fell to the ground one after the other. "Young Master, you are the first to see me like this. Does this sincerity satisfy you?" Hua Jieyu asked, her voice trembling. Wang Haoran was momentarily stunned. Indeed, master and disciple alike, using the same tactic. The sole difference being Hua Feixuan's were illusions while Hua Jieyu's was sincere! "My lady, you..." Wang Haoran pretended to avert his gaze. "I swear my words are true; if there’s any falsehood, may I meet an untimely demise," Hua Jieyu swore, believing Wang Haoran doubted her sincerity. "Since you’ve shown such sincerity, it would be ungracious of me to refuse," Wang Haoran agreed accordingly. Delighted, Hua Jieyu couldn’t contain her excitement and embraced him. "To think the young lady is so welcoming, then I must... comply with your wishes!" Wang Haoran took the opportunity. "You misunderstand, young master, I didn’t mean that… mmm..." [ding, Host first acquires heroine Hua Jieyu, receiving 16,000 Villain Points, Hua Jieyu’s heroine aura -800, Su Xuan’s protagonist aura -800, Host’s villain aura +1600!] [ding, Hua Jieyu's affection towards Host increases by 30, current total affection is 90 (loving unto death)] [ding, Host influences the plot direction, gains 10,000 Villain Points, Su Xuan's protagonist aura -500, Host's villain aura +500!] As dawn broke, Wang Haoran and Hua Jieyu left the Cloud Sea Mirage, heading towards the buildings of the Yin Moon Sect. Along the way, Hua Jieyu clung to Wang Haoran’s arm, her charming face brimming with sweetness, happiness, and pride. Though events unfolded faster than she anticipated, she no longer had to become the sect leader. Master, you’ve lost! Hua Jieyu laughed quietly to herself. "The cultivation method we practiced is truly wondrous. I only recently reached the eleventh stage of the Saint Realm, yet I’m nearing the twelfth, and it doesn’t conflict with my training in the Yin Moon Devil Art." Hua Jieyu exclaimed in surprise. "It’s an unparalleled supreme technique. Naturally, its cultivation speed is high, and it integrates well with many training methods," Wang Haoran explained simply. "If we cultivate daily, I might soon surpass my master," Hua Jieyu hoped, but as she spoke, her face turned crimson. "I didn’t expect you to be so bashful," Wang Haoran laughed. "Does the young master now believe my frivolous demeanor was merely an act?" Hua Jieyu asked. "I believe it, though that demeanor has its own charm," Wang Haoran confessed. Hua Jieyu, keenly aware of a man’s thoughts, gleaned insight from Wang Haoran’s demeanor, and said coyly, "Next time, I’ll be sure to act frivolously for the young master." Wang Haoran’s heart stirred, but then he remembered another matter and earnestly instructed, "I need to explain things to Qing Tong. Let’s keep our relationship private for now." "Of course, but we should at least inform my master," Hua Jieyu suggested. "Absolutely not! Telling your master is akin to announcing it directly. Qing Tong is bound to find out!" Wang Haoran adamantly disagreed. (End of Chapter)