169: All the past

Looking at the blueprint before him, Gu Yuan's gaze became much more distant.

The corners of his mouth curled up slightly.

The agreement he made with Chi Lin back then was finally about to be fulfilled.

At the same time, scenes of his first meeting with Chi Lin surfaced in his mind.

"Dammit, who are you? How dare you trespass into my Jin Mie Cult!? You... you even peeked at This Cult Master bathing! Die!"

At that time, Gu Yuan had just finished a Rescue Mission for a Fated Heroine.

And that Fated Heroine was none other than Ye Qingshang.

Back then, Gu Yuan wanted to avoid being pestered by Ye Qingshang and having his identity exposed.

So, he had no choice but to use an item from the System Mall—a Random Teleportation Scroll.

However, after Gu Yuan crushed that scroll, he was transported directly into the Jin Mie Cult.

At that time, the Jin Mie Cult was nowhere near as powerful as it is now.

But even so, the Chi Lin of that time was already a powerhouse at the Peak of the Heavenly Mandate Realm.

Thus, the moment Gu Yuan appeared in the cult, Chi Lin had already detected him.

Especially since... Chi Lin happened to be bathing at that moment.

Upon sensing an unfamiliar aura approaching,

Chi Lin immediately wrapped herself in a red robe, and then, her beautiful eyes flashing with killing intent, she struck directly at Gu Yuan with her palm.

This palm strike carried the full power of the Heavenly Mandate Realm; Chi Lin believed no one could block it.

However, seeing the other party remain completely unharmed after taking her blow, Chi Lin couldn't help but let out a surprised 'Eh?'

As for Gu Yuan, he was also somewhat speechless.

This broken scroll really could teleport him anywhere at random.

When he first arrived, he instantly recognized that this was a woman's bedroom.

After all, from the bed to the decorations, the entire room was completely pink and looked incredibly cute.

But when he heard the sound of water coming from inside the room, Gu Yuan's face instantly froze.

Yes, wasn't this exactly that classic, cliché plot everyone loved to see?

Moreover, before Gu Yuan could even open his mouth to explain, a palm print carrying a terrifying aura came rushing toward him.

Fortunately, Gu Yuan was still in the invincible state granted by the System.

Considering he was indeed in the wrong this time, and since he had his invincibility to protect him,

Gu Yuan took the hit head-on.

Well, he'd just treat it as letting the other party vent their anger.

When the other party appeared before him, Gu Yuan was instantly stunned.

That was the first time he saw Chi Lin.

And this scene was something Gu Yuan would never forget in his entire life.

Because at that time, Chi Lin had just finished bathing, and her entire body emitted an alluring, fresh fragrance.

Those bare, jade-like feet stepped lightly on the floor, appearing flawless.

Her figure was very petite, and that red robe, which was originally meant to be domineering,

actually looked somewhat cute when draped over her.

The woman's face was also extremely beautiful; her rosy lips were slightly pursed, and her features were incredibly delicate and lovely, like a young girl walked straight out of a manga.

But what attracted Gu Yuan's attention the most were her ice-blue twin tails.

For some reason, although they were a bit wet, they were still styled in twin tails.

It was undeniable that her exquisite and peerless face, combined with those ice-blue twin tails... really hit Gu Yuan's preferences.

If it weren't so inappropriate, Gu Yuan would have wanted to shout loudly: Twin tails are the best!

Indeed, the girl before him was a living, breathing little loli!

"Shameless little thief, who are you? How dare you peek at This Cult Master bathing!"

Chi Lin bit her lip and spoke fiercely.

The fact that this person had just taken her full-strength strike completely unscathed made Chi Lin feel a bit wary for a moment.

However, since her dignity was at stake, Chi Lin absolutely could not let him go just like that.

Well, even though this guy was exceptionally good-looking.

She didn't think she'd ever seen such a handsome man... Cult Master...?

Gu Yuan was startled upon hearing this.

But he didn't think too deeply about it; the most important thing right now was to show that he meant no harm.

"Cough, please don't misunderstand, Miss. I only ended up here by chance because of a scroll. Um, it's all a misunderstanding..."

As Gu Yuan spoke, his gaze involuntarily drifted toward the charming and cute girl before him.

He couldn't help it; this twin-tailed little loli really appealed to him.

Chi Lin frowned slightly upon hearing this. She had originally intended to ask for clarification after hearing his explanation.

But after sensing his unbridled gaze, Chi Lin, feeling extremely embarrassed and annoyed, struck out with her palm once more.

"You lecher, go to hell for This Cult Master!"

Sigh... Gu Yuan somewhat helplessly grabbed her small hand and looked at her with an innocent expression.

Huh...?

Chi Lin blinked her eyes rapidly.

No, wait, what's going on...?

Wasn't she the one attacking him?

How was he completely fine? Instead, he... he even grabbed her hand!?

"You... let go! Dammit, what kind of skill is it to bully a girl? You lecher, I... I'll fight you to the death!"

Chi Lin realized that this person's strength was likely terrifying, perhaps even at the Great Dao Realm.

But since her dignity was on the line, she could only spout these harsh words.

At the same time, she also tried to kick him.

Unfortunately, the height difference was too great; she could only kick at the air in the Void Realm.

But to be honest, seeing her like this... was actually quite adorable.

Gu Yuan thought so too, and he couldn't help but let out a 'pfft' as he laughed.

"Alright, alright, listen to my explanation. I really didn't do it on purpose. I'll let go of you now, so can you just listen to me, okay?"

Hearing his gentle voice, Chi Lin's expression blanked for a moment. Then she gave a soft hmph, which counted as tacit agreement.

Gu Yuan released her. Seeing that she indeed didn't attack again, he said with a smile:

"My name is Gu Yuan. What about you? I really am here because of a scroll, well, it's like this..."

Gu Yuan explained the whole story to her, though he naturally left out the existence of the System.

During this time, he also learned her name.

Chi Lin... and he also learned where he currently was.

The Jin Mie Cult... "So that's how it is. Hmph, since what you say doesn't sound like a lie, This Cult Master will believe you."

After hearing Gu Yuan's story, Chi Lin put her hands on her hips and spoke very haughtily.

But this action combined with her petite body... well... it was super cute, wasn't it!

Seeing this, Gu Yuan also couldn't help but reach out and pat Chi Lin's small head.

"Mm... good that you understand. Be a good girl, I... ugh...!"

Gu Yuan's tone, which sounded like he was talking to a child, greatly infuriated Chi Lin.

She punched Gu Yuan directly in the chest and said huffily:

"Pah! You shameless guy, This Cult Master is not a child!"

Uh... Gu Yuan gave a sheepish smile.

He couldn't help it; he had just reached out and patted her without thinking.