Chapter 1637: Bai Meng: Actually, my master is still quite good

"When did this happen? Why don't I know about it?" Bai Meng Holy Maiden was bewildered; she didn't know about this matter, and her master had never told her.

"Could it be that Qinglong Daoren deceived himself? Or perhaps the master never directly told her, and this matter was decided between the master and Qinglong Daoren?"

"No, that can't be right; if it were, why did the master say to forget about it, with no follow‑up? If it had been settled, the master would surely have told her—there's no way to keep it hidden forever."

Bai Meng Holy Maiden's mind erupted in a frantic struggle as she began to think through the whole affair—who was lying, whether the matter was true or false; she had to figure it out clearly, otherwise she might be… played by the person before her.

Qinglong Daoren has a good reputation, but this person is also very skilled at scheming and maneuvering.

"Not long ago, your master came to me to confirm this matter, but I put forward a condition, and she refused." Qinglong Daoren continued speaking.

Those words let Bai Meng Holy Maiden breathe a sigh of relief—now she understood why she didn't know about it; her master hadn't told her either. It turned out the matter hadn't been settled yet, and Qinglong Daoren had frightened her to death.

"Why did she refuse?" Bai Meng Holy Maiden blurted out the question instinctively; after asking, she regretted it, realizing she couldn't take it back, so she lowered her head to hide her unease and panic.

After all, this concerns her lifelong affair; she couldn't be careless or speak rashly, otherwise it would give the impression of being overly eager to marry off, and Qinglong Daoren smiled without saying anything.

"I promised your master to keep this secret, so I can't tell you." Qinglong Daoren wasn't unwilling to tell her; he chose to wait a moment before speaking, letting Bai Meng Holy Maiden ask first rather than him volunteering—those two approaches are different.

"I see." Bai Meng Holy Maiden felt a bit anxious, but she knew she couldn't rush to ask; since it was a secret, she had to keep it, though she really wanted to know.

Concerning her own affair, Bai Meng Holy Maiden wanted to know the specific reason and also why her master had refused.

"My master isn't here; could you tell me the reason?" Bai Meng Holy Maiden didn't know why either—normally she wouldn't keep pressing, but today, somehow, she felt compelled to ask.

Qinglong Daoren pretended to be embarrassed, unsure whether he should speak.

Bai Meng Holy Maiden said, "Don't worry, I won't tell the master about this; it's between you and me."

Seeing Bai Meng Holy Maiden's anxious look, Qinglong Daoren secretly chuckled, pleased—indeed, gossip is something everyone can't resist, especially Bai Meng Holy Maiden; even if she's usually aloof, she'll still inquire.

"Alright, but you must promise me you won't tell your master."

"No problem." Bai Meng Holy Maiden immediately nodded, agreeing to Qinglong Daoren's words.

Qinglong Daoren said, "The last time your master came to see me about this, he wanted our relationship to be closer and proposed a marriage alliance; you are the main figure in that alliance. I think your master is quite good, so I added a remark: since we're allying by marriage, I can also accept including your master."

"Then your master grew angry and rejected the marriage proposal."

Qinglong Daoren put on a look of utter helplessness, as if saying his request wasn't excessive at all—it would let them live together as master and disciple, let them remain master and disciple, even let them become sisters, advancing their relationship; Bai Xinlan ought to thank him.

"I'm doing this for your master‑disciple pair's benefit, yet your master doesn't appreciate it—sigh, I'm having a tough time."

Bai Meng Holy Maiden blinked, her eyes full of speechlessness.

This man is too greedy; wanting just her isn't enough—he also wants her master to marry him together.

Truly greedy.

He even puts on an innocent act; Bai Meng Holy Maiden finds it utterly speechless, though she isn't as furious as her master.

She also knows her master is extremely good‑looking and charming, far more attractive than she is.

He exudes a mature aura that no man can withstand; sometimes Bai Meng Holy Maiden herself can't bear it—he's simply too charming, so Qinglong Daoren naturally can't refuse, and perhaps this person likes her master even more than he likes her.

"Actually, I understand—after all, my master is truly captivating."

"My master has been alone all these years, never meeting a man who stirred her heart; you're not the first to have taken a liking to her."

"Before, Xu Kongwang and the Demon Emperor Zhang Mang also took a liking to my master, but she never… agreed to you; your demand is so excessive that she certainly wouldn't accept."

"My master is quite good; it's natural that you'd take a liking to her," Bai Meng Holy Maiden said, showing understanding.

"Understanding is understanding, but you can't take it seriously."

"You're too greedy; I and my master both want this—why can't you just win over my master? She really is excellent in every way, and after all these years she's exhausted and needs someone to rely on."

As for Qinglong Daoren, he's a decent person and a reliable support.

At the very least, he treats his women very well.

A Strong One having several women around is completely normal, nothing to resist.

Bai Meng Holy Maiden fully understands this and also considers it normal.

Perhaps this is simply how the world works: the weak can only survive by clinging to the strong, regardless of gender, and only thus can they endure.

Proud people often fall and never get to laugh last.

"If you really do fancy my master, I can help you," Bai Meng Holy Maiden said with a grudging smile.

That smile made people… want to laugh; it was unexpected that this woman would become a traitor, actually… choosing to stand on his side. When Qinglong Daoren heard those words, he froze for a moment.

For a moment, he was somewhat dazed.

"Bai Meng Holy Maiden, do you know what you're saying?"

Bai Meng Holy Maiden nodded with a smile: "Of course I do, Daoist friend Qinglong—you're still not bad. If you take a liking to my master, I can lend a hand; after all, she's my master—who else would help her if not me? It's rare that she bears no grudge against you, and with my help this will go much more smoothly."

"I can help you win over my master; my master is my kin, also like a half‑mother to me. For your sake I've gone this far—don't you think you ought to show some appreciation?"

Qinglong Daoren instantly understood—this woman was trying to extort him; he had always been the one extorting others, but Bai Meng Holy Maiden is the first person from Tianwai to dare extort him, utterly audacious.

"Bai Meng Holy Maiden, are you trying to extort me?" Qinglong Daoren stepped forward, closing to within an arm's length of Bai Meng Holy Maiden, and kept walking.

He showed no sign of stopping; Bai Meng Holy Maiden panicked, hastily retreating as the man approached, his scorching breath washing over her, making her extremely tense and she couldn't help but choke back a sob.

"Wait, don't come over."

Qinglong Daoren halted, raised his hand to grab hers, but Bai Meng Holy Maiden dodged and immediately withdrew.

"Don't mess around; if you have something to say, say it properly." Bai Meng Holy Maiden was genuinely frightened—this man was dangerous, and she couldn't let herself keep being tempted by him.