Chapter Twenty-Five: "An Unexpected Transformation"
After Some Time
Su Ling was sitting in the Shao Family's garden, staring intently at the girl with long brown hair and dazzling golden eyes, who was coldly conversing with the servants.
Shao Yan, the daughter of the Shao Family—the girl who had stolen his mind from the very first moment… despite not paying him any attention!
But that didn't stop him from trying again and again.
Su Ling said: —"Shao Yan, do you need anything? I can bring it for you!" —"Shao Yan, it's hot today. Do you want a fan?!" —"Shao Yan, did someone bother you? Just tell me, and I'll take care of it!"
He was acting like a real bootlicker—no, the King of bootlickers!
Each time she ignored him, his enthusiasm only grew stronger, as if the fate of the world was pushing him to persist endlessly!
But then… something strange started happening.
At first, Shao Yan showed no obvious reaction, but she began to feel… uncomfortable. Or rather, she started feeling something unfamiliar creeping into her mind.
She knew that Su Ling was acting ridiculously… yet, she felt a slight attraction toward him!
(Shao Yan's Inner Monologue: He's not that bad… is he?)
She stopped ignoring him completely.
Shao Yan said:
—"It's fine. I don't need anything."
—"I didn't ask you for that, but… thank you, I guess."
She was responding to him!
It was something small, but if she were any other girl, she would have fallen under the aura's influence from the start!
But because she was a Heroine of Destiny, the effect of the Aura of Desire was slow, indirect—seeping into her like water droplets slowly carving into stone!
…Meanwhile, Gu Yue and Su Mi were watching the scene from a distance, their expressions filled with displeasure!
Gu Yue, with her Tsundere pride, was about to explode in anger!
(Gu Yue's Inner Monologue:—"That idiot! Why is he acting like a bootlicker in front of her?!"—"Since when did he become like this?! Where did that arrogant bastard go?!")
While Su Mi bit her lips, her gaze filled with jealousy.
(Su Mi's Inner Monologue: —"Hah! Why is he being so nice to her?! He never does that with me!")
But worse than that… they both started to feel that something was wrong.
Su Ling had never been like this before…!
Years passed quietly, but the relationship between Su Ling, Su Mi, and Gu Yue did not remain the same as before. Every moment they spent together deepened their bonds, bringing them closer than ever.
Su Mi, who had always relied on Su Ling for everything, was no longer the little girl who clung to the hem of his robe wherever he went. Now, standing beside him, she no longer feared expressing her emotions; rather, she had become bolder in her actions.
As for Gu Yue, the situation was different. Despite her Tsundere nature, the cold barrier she had placed between them gradually began to fade. She no longer minded sitting close to him or even leaning on him when she was tired. Sometimes, she tried to hide her feelings with sharp words, but it wasn't difficult for Su Ling to notice the faint redness on her face.
Over the years, their feelings were no longer just childish emotions; they took on a more serious nature. Whether it was through the lingering gazes they exchanged, the unconscious moments where they drew close, or even those fleeting instances where their actions surpassed the usual innocence—where deep kisses and intimate caresses became part of their interactions.
Su Ling sat atop an old building within the Su Family's estate, gazing at the cloudy sky while the wind played with his black hair. Years ago, he never imagined himself in this situation—surrounded by so many women who harbored feelings for him. But now, at the age of seventeen, he realized that things were no longer as they once were.
Below, Shao Yan walked through the garden, speaking with some of the maids. When he caught sight of her, he couldn't stop himself from smiling. She had become a part of his life now, and it wasn't just a superficial relationship but something deeper—something he hadn't expected. She was the only one who had crossed all boundaries with him, and instead of pulling away, she became even more attached to him.
On the other side, Gu Yue stood at the courtyard entrance, her arms crossed as her blue eyes watched him sharply. When their gazes met, she quickly turned away, her cheeks reddening, before mumbling in a low voice, "Why are you looking at me like that, you idiot?!"
Su Ling chuckled lightly, jumped down from the roof, and approached her. But when he reached out to touch her soft silver hair, she jerked her head away forcefully. However, she didn't stop him when he leaned in closer and placed a soft kiss on her lips.
She stared at him in shock before lightly pushing him away, whispering, "Stop doing this in front of others…!"
But he wasn't the only one who noticed.
From another corner, Su Mi watched the scene with dark eyes. Years ago, she wouldn't have felt any discomfort seeing her brother spending time with another girl, but now… she no longer understood her own emotions completely.
Later, when Su Ling approached her, she placed her hands on her waist and spoke with mock anger:
Su Mi: "You care about her more than me, don't you?!"
Su Ling cupped her cheeks and gently squeezed them, making her pout in annoyance. Then, he whispered with a smile, "Don't be silly. You're always special to me, Su Mi."
And he kissed her on the lips.
Her face turned red, but she didn't pull away. Instead, as he felt the warmth of her body and her flustered state, he raised his hand and gently stroked her hair.
Meanwhile, the teacher was silently observing all of this from a distance. At first, she considered such behavior natural for a young man his age, but she couldn't deny the strange feeling creeping into her every time he got close to her. He had matured… far more than he should have. And sometimes, when he smiled at her or approached her for guidance, she found herself more unsettled than she should be.
(Ling Xuan's inner monologue: "It's fine. He's just my student.")
She tried to convince herself of this thought, but deep down, she knew things were no longer that simple.
Su Ling stood in the middle of the courtyard, looking at everyone around him. Much had changed in his life, but one thing was clear—he was not just a side character in this world.
He was someone who left his mark on everyone, in his own way.
(Su Ling's inner monologue: "I am Su Ling… I will break the limits of this world, ascend to the higher realms, and become a true immortal.")
Two years had passed since Su Ling met Shao Yan, and from that day… everything changed.
Due to the effect of the Villain's Fate, he transformed from a cold genius into a carefree young man, known for his love of women and his loud, unruly behavior.
He spent his time indulging in pleasures, always surrounded by beauties—especially Shao Yan, who, despite her outward coldness, couldn't stop him from staying close to her.
But what confused everyone the most… was that he didn't become weak, as one would expect from a reckless playboy!
On the contrary, his strength was growing at a terrifying speed!
—— Su Ling, the genius born with the Berserker Physique!
He possessed an exceptional body, a unique physique that allowed his cultivation to rise at an unnatural pace, making him one of the greatest talents of his generation.
Even with his reputation as a troublemaker and bully, no one dared to underestimate him.
Inside the Ice Sword Clan's estate
Gu Yue sat in the Frozen Flower Garden, her fists clenched, her eyes filled with anger as she read a report on Su Ling's latest actions.
(Inner monologue — "That idiot… he's become even worse than I expected!")
Everyone was talking about how reckless he had become, how he shamelessly chased after women, how he had turned into a bully who cared about nothing but pleasure…
But what annoyed her the most… was that he hadn't changed with her at all!
He still looked at her with the same teasing gaze, still bickered with her like always, as if he saw nothing in her but his stubborn fiancée!
Later, at the Su Family Residence
Su Ling smirked.
—"Come on, Gu Yue, are you blushing because I've become more handsome?"
Gu Yue snapped back.
—"Screw you! Who cares about your stupid looks, you bastard?!"
Inside the Su Family Mansion
Su Mi sat quietly, flipping through a book in her hands, but she wasn't reading it.
Her gaze was unfocused…
She had noticed how Su Ling had changed, how he spent his time with women, how he had become more reckless…
But with her, he was still the same brother she had always known.
He still hugged her every morning, still patted her head gently, still smiled at her the way he always did…
So why did she feel like she was losing him, little by little?!
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