The Villainous Eldest Senior Brother and His Yandere Junior Sisters

Lin Xiao decisively found an excuse to flee, rushing back to his dormitory from Hongyan Pavilion.

Only after taking three consecutive cold showers did he slowly step out.

No more. There's a critical matter at hand; I can't dwell on it!

Right now, Yurong is my official girlfriend! At least on the surface!

Lin Xiao cautioned himself.

At that moment, a knock came from the door.

"Who is it, so late at night?"

Huaizhen?

No, no, Huaizhen is still lying in the Xuantian Ice Cellar.

Lin Xiao's heart jolted. He extended his spiritual sense but couldn't detect the visitor's aura at all!

This could only mean one of two things: either the person had cultivated some secret technique to conceal their aura, or his own current cultivation level was insufficient to penetrate their Divine Soul barrier, thus denying him access.

Gritting his teeth, Lin Xiao walked to the door, Cloud Dream Marsh in hand, and asked coldly, "Who is it?"

"Xiao Hongling," a soft, gentle female voice replied.

"Ah! Turns out it's Master!"

Lin Xiao's expression changed in a flash as he pulled the door open.

He saw a stunningly beautiful woman in a sheer, light green longdress. She was tall, just a fraction shorter than him. She stood with her beautiful legs neatly together, her phoenix-like eyes regarding him with a gentle gaze.

What the hell? Master's expression isn't right tonight!

My Master's expression can't be this gentle!

Absolutely impossible!

"Xiao'er, may your Master come in and see your room?" Xiao Hongling forced an affectionate and gentle smile. "Speaking of which, you've been on the mountain for so long, and I haven't visited your place yet."

"Of course, please come in, Master."

Although he sensed something was off, Lin Xiao still nodded.

Fortunately, he had long since hidden all the Photo Stones he had collected in his room; otherwise…

He couldn't imagine such a tragic death.

Xiao Hongling stepped in, her gorgeous legs clad in black silk. She glanced around, a finger pressed to her lips, an adorably innocent look on her face. "Ah, so this is where my Xiao'er has been living for the past ten years? You must have had it rough, dear."

"Heh, although this place can't compare to Master's luxurious Blessed Abode, it's still quite good compared to where my junior martial brothers and sisters live," Lin Xiao chuckled.

In fact, he missed those past days too. In his first few years on the mountain, he had lived with this beautiful Master in the Lotus Cave Mansion—truly a feast for the eyes.

"Mm-hm, we cultivators seek mental clarity. That you can be so open-minded, Xiao'er, brings me great comfort." Xiao Hongling smiled, her beautiful legs bending slightly as her ample hips settled directly onto his bed.

Wow, her way of speaking tonight is far too formal!

It doesn't sound like her at all!

Something must be up!

A knot formed in Lin Xiao's chest, but he gritted his teeth and sat down on the edge of the bed as well.

"Get closer to your Master! You brat, you... you... you... do you find me that repulsive?" Xiao Hongling frowned slightly, a hint of anger in her expression. But she quickly caught herself, forcing a gentle smile as she took Lin Xiao's hand. "Alright, alright, Master won't be harsh with you anymore. Come sit closer."

"Oh, okay." Lin Xiao had no choice but to comply.

At this moment, pressed close to his Master's body, the intoxicating floral fragrance mixed with the scent of wine assaulted his senses once more!

Instantly, Lin Xiao clearly felt his Formless Sword Body acting up.

Control it! Damn it, Lin Xiao! You absolutely have to keep it under control tonight! he reminded himself internally.

Just then, he heard his Master's soft voice beside him. "Xiao'er, earlier today at Hongyan Pavilion, was Master too harsh on you?"

"Huh?" Hearing that she was still dwelling on this, Lin Xiao was somewhat baffled and quickly replied, "Not at all! It's only right for Master to be strict with her disciple!"

"Alas, looking back, you truly are an outstanding child." Xiao Hongling's phoenix eyes gazed wistfully into the distance. "From the Apprentice Induction Ceremony and your first battle with Ye Chen, to the Five Branches Martial Arts Competition where you ultimately cast him into the abyss—regardless of the process, at least the outcome didn't disappoint your Master. The efforts your Master has poured into you over these years... they haven't been in vain."

Hearing her recount these events, Lin Xiao was deeply moved and said with earnest emotion, "Master, that's all in the past. I promise you, in the future, I will be even tougher, stronger, and more responsible! I will dedicate my entire being to protecting our great family of Divine Phoenix Peak!"

People are not made of wood or stone. Every word he spoke came straight from the depths of his heart.

If there was one thing in this world he could never forsake, it was this beautiful woman before him—who was like a master and a mother to him!

"Pfft."

"Really?" Xiao Hongling was amused by her disciple's earnest vow, yet her eyes reddened.

Master looks so ethereally beautiful like this.

Though it sounded perverse, Lin Xiao was utterly stunned by the sight of his Master's tearful smile.

If she were on Earth in my previous life, her beauty would undoubtedly turn heads and stop traffic wherever she went!

As she spoke, Xiao Hongling took her beloved disciple's hand. "Xiao'er, do you know why Master insisted that you go to the Sword Tomb?"

"Why?" Lin Xiao blurted out. He was genuinely curious about this.

"Very well. There are some things Master can tell you now." Xiao Hongling pondered for a moment, her phoenix eyes fixing on him. "Actually, through a supreme-tier divination art, your Master had already foreseen the future that was meant to unfold. You needn't delve into the specifics of this art. You only need to know that by following the path your Master designed for you, you've already reversed your original destiny and, with a mere flick of the wrist, cast Ye Chen—the Son of Destiny who was supposed to trample you underfoot—into the endless abyss!"

"This is Master's achievement, yet it wouldn't have been possible without your own efforts!"

Hearing these words, Lin Xiao's heart surged with tumultuous waves, unable to find calm.

So that's how it is!

She really did foresee the future!

Just as Lin Xiao was at a loss.

Xiao Hongling gazed into the void and continued, "However, even with the aid of that immortal art, Master can no longer see how the future will develop. So, Master is so afraid..."

As she said this, her calm voice trembled noticeably.

"What is Master afraid of?" Seeing her like this, Lin Xiao's heart ached. He boldly put his arm around his Master's fragrant shoulders and patted her gently. "Don't worry, Master, take your time. No matter what happens, your disciple will stand with you."

"Master is afraid..." Xiao Hongling bit her lip. "You've only temporarily strayed from your destined path; in the near future, you're still fated to repeat the same mistakes..."

She paused for a few seconds.

Then, Xiao Hongling regained her usual radiance, her phoenix eyes looking at him seriously. "Xiao'er, did you know? In the future revealed by the prophecy, you didn't possess your own Lifebound Immortal Sword at all. That's why I wanted you to attempt forging this sword—to completely break free from your original destiny!"

Hearing this, Lin Xiao's mind reeled in shock!

Heavens! Though she always seemed so unrestrained and playful, she's been watching over my destiny all this time!

The care Master has for me is probably no less than that of my parents and sister in my previous life!

In an instant, Lin Xiao was overwhelmed with both heartache and gratitude. He wished he could immediately pull his Master into his arms and hold her incredibly tight!

Suddenly, he steeled his resolve, his gaze firm as he met his Master's beautiful phoenix eyes. Word by word, he declared, "Master, rest assured! In tomorrow's Sword Tomb trial, I will definitely succeed in forging the Immortal Sword and live up to the years of nurturing you've bestowed upon me!"

"Good, good! That's my dear disciple, Xiao Hongling's true apprentice!" Seeing her disciple brimming with ambition, the gloom vanished from Xiao Hongling's face, and her exquisite features bloomed into a smile once more.

Wow, just a second ago she was so dejected, and now she's all smiles?

Master truly is a creature of passion. Lin Xiao thought with a wry smile.

Just then, a voice whispering close to his ear stirred his heart, "Xiao'er, if you can complete this mission, Master... will give you a HUGE surprise!"

"Surprise? This... what am I to make of this?" Lin Xiao blurted out, completely bewildered.