NOVEL NEXT Chapter 296: Jun Yunshang's Sense of Crisis
Chapter 296: Jun Yunshang’s Sense of Crisis
The icy beauty of Jun Fengya’s expression stirred up an irresistible desire for conquest in men. Even Lin Fengmian couldn’t help but think about making her cry again.
He silently mused, If you had looked like that last night, I might not have been able to control myself.
Lin Fengmian had anticipated Jun Fengya’s arrival, but Jun Yunshang was visibly startled by her sudden appearance with her entourage.
Assuming that Jun Fengya had come back seeking revenge, Jun Yunshang immediately tightly gripped the Golden Dragon Talisman in her hand.
Lin Fengmian noticed her reaction and chuckled inwardly. Looks like my recent lessons weren’t in vain.
“Jun Fengya, are you really going to rely on these cowardly followers?”
Before Jun Fengya could respond, her subordinates erupted in anger, as if their loud protests could mask their failure to properly protect her.
Lin Fengmian looked at the group eager to prove their loyalty and sneered. “Do you think shouting like that will erase your cowardice from yesterday?”
His sharp words hit a nerve, leaving the group red-faced and angry.
However, Jun Fengya stopped her subordinates from further embarrassing themselves. After all, they were no match for Lin Fengmian if it came down to a fight.
“Both my eldest and seventh brothers have a number of Unity Realm experts under their command,” Jun Fengya said. “They also hold the advantage of terrain, so getting past them won’t be easy. These people can at least provide some support.”
Lin Fengmian snorted. “Just make sure I don’t have to save them later – I’ve got no time for that.”
Jun Fengya simply nodded. “I understand.”
Without further words, Lin Fengmian summoned his flying vessel, leading Jun Yunshang towards Sky Feather City.
Their group moved with great momentum, so imposing that no one dared to block their path. The sight alone was intimidating.
Since they were in a hurry, they hardly stopped to rest along the way. Even Jun Yunshang relied on fasting pills to keep up.
During the trip, Jun Yunshang asked quietly, “Young Master Ye, what’s going on?”
Lin Fengmian smiled. “I made a deal with Jun Fengya. I’ll escort her to Junlin City, and in return, she’ll help me kill someone.”
Jun Yunshang was confused, not knowing when the two of them had made such an agreement.
The addition of a group of powerful experts only made her feel uneasy. She had hoped that after sending Jun Fengya away, things would return to the way they were – just the two of them.
But now, not only had Jun Fengya stayed, but she had brought a whole entourage along with her. This unexpected turn of events made Jun Yunshang feel unprepared.
Even though she knew it wasn’t the right mindset, a trace of jealousy flickered in her heart.
Lin Fengmian, oblivious to her inner turmoil, assumed that she simply disliked cooperating with rivals.
“Yunshang, there are no eternal enemies or eternal friends. Identities can shift when the situation demands it,” he explained.
Jun Yunshang nodded somberly. “I understand.”
Jun Fengya’s presence had stirred up a deep sense of insecurity within her.
Since childhood, she had never surpassed her elder sister in anything except looks and figure. If her sister decided to lower herself to win Lin Fengmian’s favor, would he abandon her?
After a long silence, Jun Yunshang looked up at Lin Fengmian and asked, “Young Master Ye, do you need a Void Breaking Pill right now?”
Lin Fengmian stared at her in surprise, unsure of why she had suddenly brought this up.
He did indeed need a Void Breaking Pill, especially a top-grade one.
Curious, he replied, “I do. Do you want to lend me one in advance?”
“Yes,” Jun Yunshang said seriously. “I trust you, young master. I’ll send a message to Elder Huang and have him find a way to bring it to me.”
After spending this time with Lin Fengmian, she had come to understand his character. Although he exuded a certain devilish charm, he was a man of his word. Once he made a promise, he would see it through.
Therefore, Jun Yunshang decided to take a chance. As long as Lin Fengmian consumed her top-grade Void Breaking Pill, he would never abandon her.
“The journey back will probably be dangerous. Tell Elder Huang and the others to be careful,” Lin Fengmian said with a slight frown.
Jun Yunshang nodded. Lin Fengmian smiled and asked, “Aren’t you afraid that I’ll take the Void Breaking Pill and run away? Should I swear an oath?”
“No need. I trust you, young master. Even if you do run away, it’s fine. I’ll just consider it a gift to you,” Jun Yunshang replied with a radiant smile.
Her dazzling expression left Lin Fengmian dazzled for a moment. Shaking his head with a wry smile, he said, “You sly girl, you’re getting smarter.”
An oath was just a formal transaction, a deal. By not requiring one, she managed to secure his goodwill instead.
Jun Yunshang beamed proudly. “I’m very good at learning!”
Lin Fengmian reached out to ruffle her hair. “I know. You’ve learned well enough. Next time, don’t study any more.”
“Annoying!” Jun Yunshang pouted indignantly. “Don’t touch my head! I’m not a kid anymore. I’ll be eighteen soon!”
Lin Fengmian froze in mid-motion, his expression blank. “What did you say? You’re not eighteen yet?”
Tilting her head, Jun Yunshang casually replied, “Young Master Ye, didn’t you know? But don’t worry, I’ll turn eighteen at the end of the month!”
Lin Fengmian was truly taken aback. He glanced up and down at her curvaceous figure, inwardly marveling at how well the royal diet had treated her.
Damn it. How can I even think of this girl as being under eighteen?
Taking a closer look at her features, he finally noticed traces of youth in her breathtakingly beautiful face. It hadn’t fully matured yet, it still carried a hint of childlike innocence.
Before, he’d merely assumed her to be mentally immature. Now he realized that her body wasn’t fully grown either.
What a sin… Fortunately, I am not an beast!
He sighed in disbelief. “Seventeen years old and already at the late stage of the Foundation Establishment Realm?”
At her age, that was no small achievement.
Noticing his reaction, Jun Yunshang lifted her chin with a smug smile, her expression practically begging for praise.
“Nearly eighteen, and only at the late stage of the Foundation Establishment Realm? What a mediocre talent,” Lin Fengmian sneered.
Jun Yunshang’s smile froze. Her lips curled in displeasure.
What? My talent is praiseworthy to everyone else, but in your eyes, it’s garbage?
She wanted to retort, but thinking about this abnormal man who had reached the Unity Realm in just half a month, she deflated with a sigh.
Jun Yunshang, you’re an ordinary person. Why do you compare yourself to a freak like him?
Meanwhile, Lin Fengmian, harboring a mix of envy and frustration over her innate talent, felt slightly defeated as well.
Thus, in this world of mutual grievances, no one emerged unscathed.
After a while, Jun Yunshang seemed to remember something. She took off her storage ring and handed it to Lin Fengmian.
“Young Master Ye, you’ve just broken through to the Unity Realm. You’ll need to craft your Heavenly Manifestation. Here, take this!”
Lin Fengmian was momentarily at a loss for words as he looked at the ring she offered him.
Jun Yunshang’s expression became serious. “Young Master Ye, don’t refuse it. Consider it an investment in you.”
“I know you have treasures from Sister Fengya and Jun Jueli, but the more resources the better. To create a Heavenly Manifestation, you need an abundance of rare materials. These things are useless to me, so just take them.”
Lin Fengmian couldn’t help but laugh. The idea of this young girl giving him advice was absurdly amusing.
Taking the storage ring, he ruffled her hair again. “In that case, I won’t hold back. When you turn eighteen, I’ll give you a gift.”
“Really?” Jun Yunshang’s eyes lit up with excitement.
“Really,” Lin Fengmian nodded.
Jun Yunshang beamed with delight, her face full of anticipation. She no longer minded him patting her on the head.
In the distance, Jun Fengya stared at the two of them, stunned by their affectionate interaction. She couldn’t help but feel a twinge of irritation.
To me, he’s all indifference. But to that girl, he’s so protective of her.
Damn it!
This girl is a disgrace to the Junyan royal family, clinging to him like a little lapdog.