Chapter 1691: Shang Hongchen and Tianlian Zhenren

One day, two days, and it was the third day.

The three came out of the room one after another, the first being Chen Chuyang, who sneaked out without letting anyone else know; his first move was to wash off his own grime and sweat, then he returned silently to Shang Hongxue's side.

After that, Tianlian Zhenren sneaked out; it was still dark, she returned to her own room and only then breathed a sigh of relief—although everyone else knew, she still couldn't be caught in the act, otherwise she would be very embarrassed.

As for Elder Xinran, she was the last to come out; it was her room, after resting, when the morning dew just appeared, she got up and, as usual, waited for Shang Hongchen to rise and help her train—having missed three days of training, Shang Hongchen came every day to train alone, so she didn't need to watch over her.

That day, Shang Hongchen did the same; after arriving, he said nothing, and the two began training with unspoken understanding—a mutual tacit accord and their usual way of interacting, which had always been like this and still was.

However, an awkwardness had grown between them, which Elder Xinran naturally sensed, but she pretended not to notice.

Inside the room, Shang Hongxue told Chen Chuyang everything—Shang Hongchen's attitude and Tianlian Zhenren's attitude; these two master and disciple remained as they were, unable to let go of their pride, both being tsundere types, and naturally would not easily take that step.

After hearing this, Chen Chuyang's pupils slightly contracted as he asked, 'Did Shang Hongchen really say that? She didn't kick up a fuss? She wasn't angry?'

Shang Hongxue shook her head: 'Nothing of the sort; it seems she has accepted all this, which I find strange—Shang Hongchen isn't like that; perhaps she has truly come to terms with it, otherwise she wouldn't be so agreeable.'

'I thought she would surely be angry, but unexpectedly she had already guessed it, just hadn't spoken up; with your help, their master-disciple relationship will probably… reconcile soon, maybe.' Chen Chuyang lifted the corner of his mouth, revealing a wicked smile.

Shang Hongxue knew exactly what he was thinking; she gave him a sideways glance and said, 'Husband, that's about enough—what are you thinking? You imagine Shang Hongchen would necessarily agree.'

Tianlian Zhenren's side should pose no problem; after a few more words, she will surely agree.

After all, she has always cooperated with Elder Xinran; working with anyone is the same.

Shang Hongchen is different—she is more reserved and also tsundere; if we let her train together with her master, the difficulty would be great, and Shang Hongxue lacks confidence in persuading her; besides, this offers her no benefit, so why would she act as a go-between?

'Madam, isn't it because you're here? I, as your husband, believe you can definitely do it.' Chen Chuyang embraced Shang Hongxue and whispered softly into her ear.

As for others, Chen Chuyang isn't necessarily confident in them, but only Shang Hongxue—she is the most capable at this sort of thing.

Shang Hongxue has plenty of ways.

'No, if you have an idea, handle it yourself; don't bother me.' Shang Hongxue pushed Chen Chuyang away, speaking testily: 'Husband, if you want to, you could first make Shang Hongchen unable to withstand you; she alone can't stop you, so she will naturally seek help—then I won't go, and Elder Xinran won't let her go either, so she will naturally turn to Tianlian Zhenren.'

That was all she had to say.

Shang Hongxue didn't continue; she had told you the method, how to do it—that's your business.

Whether it succeeds depends on Chen Chuyang's strength.

'Thank you, madam, madam, you truly are my good wife.' Chen Chuyang lifted Shang Hongxue, having decided to reward her well and not let her suffer.

'Wait, husband, Chuyang brother, put me down.' Shang Hongxue struggled a few times, unable to break free, and could only watch helplessly as her husband rewarded her.

To be honest, I don't know whom he is rewarding.

Time in Tianwai passed swiftly.

Half a month passed.

Shang Hongchen continually avoided Chen Chuyang, not letting him approach her or act recklessly; she seemed to have sensed the plot of Shang Hongxue and Chen Chuyang, always on guard, not allowing them near.

She spent most of her time training—nothing but training—because she did not want to accompany Chen Chuyang.

Tianlian Zhenren also noticed the problem and began to hide, not wanting to become their laughingstock.

That night, after Elder Xinran had enjoyed herself, she asked, 'Husband, do you have designs on Tianlian younger sister and Shang Hongchen?'

'Cough, cough, cough.' Chen Chuyang coughed once and retorted, 'Is it that obvious?'

Elder Xinran gave him a sideways glance and nodded, saying, 'It's far too obvious, husband; that dirty little thought in your heart—if I couldn't see through it, then I'd have served you in vain.'

'Shang Hongchen and Tianlian younger sister have been avoiding you all along; they certainly don't want you to catch them both at once. Tianlian younger sister is thin-skinned—if you are a bit more resolute, she will agree. The problem lies with Shang Hongchen; if you can settle her, everything will be easy to discuss.'

'However, Shang Hongchen is dodging you, leaving you with no recourse—do you need my help?'

Chen Chuyang exclaimed excitedly, 'Naturally I need it, madam—how will you help me?'

Elder Xinran gritted her teeth and said, 'Naturally it's to help her train; then I will make her lie down, powerless to fight further, and afterward I will send her to this room, after which I will deceive Tianlian younger sister into coming over—then won't you be able to fulfill your dream?'

Upon hearing this, Chen Chuyang stood up, his whole body trembling with excitement.

He stared at Elder Xinran, reached out to caress her, saying nothing more, proving it directly with his actions.

One day later, Chen Chuyang lowered his head to look at Elder Xinran and said, 'Madam, are you satisfied now?'

Elder Xinran could not rise, having no strength at all, and she said, 'Husband, I wanted a child—how could you…'

The fully unleashed Chen Chuyang was terrifying; at this moment Elder Xinran regretted it, thinking she should not have provoked her husband.

Her body couldn't move; at the very least she needed to rest several days before she could get out of bed.

'If you hadn't said so earlier, I would have thought you wanted more.' Chen Chuyang gave an embarrassed laugh—this wasn't a conflict; it was all the same.

Elder Xinran quickly rolled her eyes, unwilling to deal with him; in her current state she could not help Chen Chuyang.

'Husband, wait for me to rest a few days, then I'll help you arrange things—how about that?'

'No problem, madam handles things; as your husband I believe you.' Chen Chuyang was not in a rush; these few days don't matter, and since Elder Xinran promised to handle her own affairs, she will surely do so.

Five days later, Elder Xinran had recovered halfway; she hurriedly rose to help make arrangements, for she had long wanted to see Tianlian Zhenren and Shang Hongchen together—what would their meeting be like?

Not only her, but Shang Hongxue was also curious; thus the two hit it off immediately, scheming together to ensnare that master-disciple pair.

One evening, Elder Xinran first completed her part, causing Shang Hongchen to collapse from exhaustion, then placed her in her own room; meanwhile, Shang Hongxue persuaded Tianlian Zhenren to go to Elder Xinran's room, and once they entered, she directly activated the formation, sealing the room.

Everything was ready, and Chen Chuyang waited inside for them.

Afterward, the two women exchanged a smile and nodded in satisfaction.