355 - It Turns Out, They Are the Protagonists

The Fanfiction Novel Network Search Fanfiction Novels Complete Fanfiction Ongoing Fanfiction Ranking Lists Home > Fanfiction Novels > So They Were the Main Characters All Along Chapter 355 of So They Were the Main Characters All Along Author: CCC Although it was difficult to discern her attire, based on the aura emanating from her and her figure, Mu Zhian still recognized her identity. He glanced up briefly, feigning ignorance, and approached slowly. Meanwhile, on the other side, Ye Siyu hid in the shadows, covering her mouth with a hand to stifle a laugh, eagerly awaiting Mu Zhian's approach. Suddenly, she noticed the approaching footsteps come to an abrupt halt, and Mu Zhian's presence vanished completely. Ye Siyu hesitated for a moment, curiously poking her head out. "Where did he go...?" Mu Zhian, who had just been within the range of her spiritual detection, had now vanished entirely from her sight. It seemed this guy was quite clever, realizing someone had sneaked in, so he didn’t expose himself immediately... However, for her, detecting Mu Zhian’s presence was hardly a challenge. Ye Siyu closed her eyes slightly, and the next moment, everything centered around her was fully reflected in her vision. Not far behind her, a figure concealing his presence was stealthily approaching. "Behind me!" Ye Siyu swiftly opened her eyes and turned sharply, only to find Mu Zhian close behind her, his hand resting on her shoulder. He praised, "Siyu, your reaction is impressively quick." Ye Siyu’s enchanting eyes narrowed slightly, "You are indeed vigilant. I deliberately concealed my aura, yet you still noticed." "The Chaos Physique encompasses all forms, luckily mixed with some with keen perception." Mu Zhian replied modestly. Unexpectedly, Ye Siyu covered her mouth and chuckled, glancing at him slyly, "Isn't it more because you were secretly being intimate with Ling Xuan tonight and worried that Miss Ruo Xi would find out, so you were extra cautious?" Mu Zhian shook his head with a smile, "I’m not worried about being discovered with Ling Xuan." That was indeed the truth—he wasn’t worried. He was more concerned about Ruo Xi finding out about his evening with both Ling Xuan and Qian Er. Luckily, Siyu returned late; otherwise, she might have walked in on Ling Xuan and Qian Er's sisterly moment, and he would have been socially dead... Mu Zhian silently breathed a sigh of relief. Fearing Ye Siyu might become suspicious, he promptly changed the subject, "Siyu, aren’t you supposed to be meditating and cultivating tonight? What brings you here—something important, perhaps?" Ye Siyu pressed a delicate finger to her cheek, tilting her head as she regarded Mu Zhian, her voice hinting at a foreboding, "You might face some trouble tomorrow." Mu Zhian gazed into her eyes, clear with visions of plum blossoms and with a trace of amused anticipation in her smile, and humbly inquired, "What do you mean?" Rather than answering directly, Ye Siyu brought up what seemed an unrelated topic, "The Ye family and the restricted zone were once of the same lineage, but the Ye family gradually declined and became isolated." "The decline was due to the lifespans of two formidable figures in the Ye family nearing their ends, causing them to fall one after the other… at least, that's the legend." Mu Zhian remained silent, contemplating briefly before something clicked, and he looked up, "Are you suggesting, Siyu, that the powerful figures of the Ye family didn’t die, and they emerged today?" "More precisely, it’s not an emergence but a return from the path to immortality," Ye Siyu clarified. Then, she briefed him on the events she had encountered tonight. "Tonight, when I was by the southern shore, I happened to see an ancestor of the Ye family walking with Ye Yu… While you might not have any grudges with her, she is, after all, the Ye family ancestor and will inherently favor her descendants," Ye Siyu continued. Mu Zhian nodded slightly in realization. He suddenly asked, "By the way, haven’t you always seemed not to approve of me being with Ling Xuan? Why the sudden help...?" Ye Siyu gave Mu Zhian a sideways glance, "I opposed it because you're fickle, and I worry that Ling Xuan would be bullied if she’s with you." "But your affairs are family matters of the restricted zone and have nothing to do with outsiders." Her stance was clear: Mu Zhian was effectively the son-in-law of the restricted zone now. The restricted zone and Ye family were indeed once of the same line, but after so long, the connection was not as it once was. Naturally, she chose to side with Mu Zhian. "Besides, compared to Ye Yu, I actually find you quite agreeable," Ye Siyu smiled mischievously. Ye Yu indeed had tremendous talent and a fortune, but his personality was somewhat selfish. Ye Siyu could see the typical flaws of ancient family prodigies in Ye Yu. "…I didn’t expect I’d leave such a good impression on you, Siyu?" Mu Zhian remarked with surprise. Ye Siyu chuckled, "There’s a crucial difference between you and Ye Yu." Mu Zhian became intrigued, "And what is that?" "When Ye Yu likes someone, he won’t pursue them but will secretly see them as his alone. But you..." With a sly twist to her lips, Ye Siyu, clad in her interlaced dark red dress, stepped closer, lightly standing on tiptoe to whisper with a coquettish smile, "You're an unabashed little flirt." Compared to the unexpressive and overly possessive Ye Yu, who never took action, Mu Zhian was much more straightforward in her eyes. At least in the past, Mu Zhian indeed provided much help to Ye Lingxuan. Ye Siyu stepped back, hands tucked behind her as she glanced at him and continued, "In short, though Sister Qingxin might harbor some animosity towards you, she won’t act against you. So no need to worry excessively; I’m just giving you a heads-up." Mu Zhian pondered for a moment, nodded slightly, and expressed his gratitude, "Thank you, Siyu, for the information tonight. Otherwise, I would have been kept in the dark." He didn’t expect that although the young mistress of the restricted zone seemed arrogant, she was actually just a tsundere… Mu Zhian felt relieved, watching the girl turn and leave. He finally exhaled. If his little aunt knew there was more than one woman in his room tonight, she might retract her support and summon the Ye family ancestor to reprimand him… Still, Ye Yu truly deserved the favor of destiny. Even in such a situation, he found a way to rebound. A guardian descending from Heaven... Such privilege, probably hard to find even a couple individuals like that across the lands. But no need to be overly worried. As long as he knew the Ye family ancestor wouldn’t act directly against him, a junior... the situation had considerable flexibility. The chill in the courtyard pulled Mu Zhian back from his thoughts to the present. He first scanned the area with his spiritual awareness to confirm Ye Siyu had returned to her own quarters before heading back to his room and locking the door behind him. On the bed, the sisters were snuggled together, their small hands clasped in harmony. "Brother Mu, what did Sister Siyu just talk to you about?" A sweet voice echoed in Mu Zhian's ear through a mental transmission. Following the voice, he saw Ye Lingxuan awake, her eyes fixed intently on him. Mu Zhian shook his head with a smile, "Nothing, just some trivial matters." Tossing his cloak onto a nearby chair, he slid back into the warm embrace of the blankets. Seeing Ye Lingxuan’s furrowed brows and the worry in her eyes, he reassuringly patted her thigh, "Don’t worry, if anything crucial arises, I’ll undoubtedly rely on you." In this chilly winter, comfort could only be found in the sisters' warm bed. Ye Lingxuan tilted her head, seriously regarding Mu Zhian, "If you ever have any troubles, you must tell me." Mu Zhian gazed into the eyes of the girl so close to him, her tousled hair adding to her disheveled beauty, wisps resting on her lovely face, exuding a lazy charm. He nodded before fixing his gaze on Ye Lingxuan, softly saying, "Actually, I already have a slight issue." Ye Lingxuan blushed, lowering her eyes shyly. "W-What?" Gently pulling Ye Lingxuan closer so her head rested on his chest, Mu Zhian asked, "What do you think?" Ye Lingxuan’s cheeks turned a rosy hue, even as she demurred, "Not now, Qian’er just fell asleep, and besides, tonight, we already… mm..." Mu Zhian captured Ye Lingxuan’s tender lips with his, and her protests faded into the heat of their kiss. ... Half an hour passed, and Ye Lingxuan was nestled into Mu Zhian’s arm, her gaze sweet and serene. Even Ye Lingxuan wouldn’t have believed it—that the man she once disliked was now beside her, with her and Qian Er together... Mu Zhian held Ye Lingxuan close, feeling just as appreciative. Indeed, Lingxuan was a gem in herself, but with Qian Er alongside… the allure multiplied with no words to define it. What was Ye Yu thinking back then, to neglect the two sisters of the Ye family and bury himself in rigorous cultivation alone? Mu Zhian, enveloped in the comforting warmth brought by Ye Lingxuan and Ye Qian, couldn't help but close his eyes in contentment. … The night passed in silence. Today marked a crucial day in the Ascension Tournament, featuring three pivotal matches. These matches would determine the top sixteen prodigies destined for greatness. From the Northern Continent's demon realm to the five continents of the Nine Provinces, young geniuses have gathered, each hoping to claim a spot in the top sixteen—a feat akin to scaling the heavens. Mu Zhian awoke early, leaving De Xing Yard under the pretense of changing his clothes, and flew his sword towards the southern Ascension Platform. In the center of the Ascension Platform, more than a dozen elders and the head presided over the proceedings. Below the platform, crowds flooded the area. Most came for the spectacle, or as guardians, safeguarding their clan’s talents heading to Liangyi Sect. Among the throngs, Mu Zhian spotted many familiar faces, including Ye Yu. Besides Ye Yu, Bai Ruoxi and Lan Muilian drew considerable attention, their popularity in the sect evident. Surrounded by admirers, they resembled stars basking in adulation. Bai Ruoxi was the first to notice Mu Zhian’s presence, her gaze cutting through the crowd to meet his. After exchanging a few words with the cultivators around her and offering a polite smile, she promptly walked over to Mu Zhian. Her white dress billowed gracefully, exuding a cool aura, and her eyes held the delicate vulnerability of a noble lady. Her skin was as fair as a maiden's, and her figure boasted the allure of a mature woman. As Bai Ruoxi approached Mu Zhian, the two unintentionally became the focus of numerous onlookers. "Mu Lang, how did the cultivation practice go last night?" Bai Ruoxi asked, her voice soft and melodious, her eyes shining with a warm smile. Mu Zhian shook his head, smiling, "I haven’t mastered it yet, but I have some clues. I believe I’ll find a way to cultivate it after the Ascension Tournament." "Seems like our senior sister is really something, guiding you through such a complex practice... If only I could reach the Refining Spirit Void stage sooner, then I could help you, too," Bai Ruoxi said gently. "You've already helped me a lot, Ruoxi. There’s no need to worry so much," Mu Zhian comforted warmly. Bai Ruoxi nodded softly, appearing both obedient and considerate. Then, she casually shifted the topic, casting an inadvertent look at Mu Zhian. "However, though you went to Liangyi Peak last night, it seems you didn’t stay to meditate all night, did you?" "Just now, while chatting with senior sister, she mentioned you left the peak quite early," Bai Ruoxi added with a tender smile. What? When did you start conversing with senior sister? Weren’t you supposed to be 'rivals'? Mu Zhian's heart skipped a beat, sensing that Bai Ruoxi's gentle smile might conceal hidden meanings. “Mu-gege, you arrived so early?” Just then, a crisp, melodious voice interrupted, as Ye Lingxuan and Ye Qian arrived on their swords, warmly greeting Mu Zhian. The voice also drew the attention of Lan Muilian, who glanced over from her position among admirers. Noticing Lan Muilian's gaze, Ye Lingxuan nonchalantly glanced at her high and mighty senior sister, a subtle curve forming at the corner of her lips. Hmph, no matter how strong Senior Sister’s cultivation, she’s nothing but a defeated dog. Lan Muilian raised an eyebrow, somehow sensing an inexplicable depth in Ye Lingxuan’s seemingly simple smile… Sensing trouble, Mu Zhian hurried to steer the conversation in another direction. Just at that moment, a clear voice from the Ascension Platform reverberated across the area, "Today’s matches will be determined by drawing lots. Since you’re all here early, proceed to the stage according to order for the draw.” The announcement successfully redirected everyone’s focus to the matter at hand. Mu Zhian exhaled a sigh of relief. If the earlier dynamics continued unchecked, his headaches would likely surpass concerns about the tournament. However, given another chance, Mu Zhian would still make the same choice. After all… Qian’er and Lingxuan were truly irresistible. As these scattered thoughts crossed Mu Zhian’s mind and he moved to join the lot-drawing process, a melodic, compelling voice arose from the crowd, interrupting the cultivators intending to draw lots. "If we conduct the draw as usual, it might consume a substantial amount of time, wouldn't it?" The elder on the platform frowned, preparing to admonish the speaker. But upon identifying the woman in the crowd, he fell silent. A powerful figure had descended a thread of spiritual consciousness on the road to immortality yesterday, a fact not hidden from the Liangyi Sect’s formation or its elders. Ye Qingxin!