Chapter 175: Here we go again

Ye Xi'an recognized him, the fear in her eyes turning to confusion—how did Gu Feng come to her house?

Bao Jing, move aside first and ask what's going on.

Bao Jing glared at Gu Feng resentfully, then unhappily moved his hand away.

No one closed the door again; Gu Feng gave it a light push and opened the door that had separated him from Ye Xi'an.

He stood outside the door, while Ye Xi'an and her husband stood inside, the threshold like a deep chasm separating him from Ye Xi'an.

Gu Feng's heart skipped a beat, and he struggled to keep his voice steady.

Sorry to disturb you.

He lowered his head slightly, his gaze falling on the slippers she was wearing.

Ye Xi'an's slippers are really cute; he wants to buy a pair just like them when he goes back.

My... we've run out of salt; could I borrow some?

Ye Xi'an froze for a moment, then smiled—she had thought it was something serious, but it was just a request for salt.

Of course, Jiangci, go get some salt for the neighbor... uh... Gu Feng.

Er... hearing his name spoken by Ye Xi'an, Gu Feng felt his legs go weak; the little female's voice was really nice to hear.

Okay.

Jiangci responded, turned, and went to the kitchen to get salt.

Not long after, Jiangci came back with a small salt shaker and handed it to Gu Feng.

Jiangci handed the salt shaker to Gu Feng, saying meaningfully, 'Here, is this enough?'

Enough... enough, thanks.

Gu Feng took the salt shaker, looked at Jiangci's appearance and froze—how old is Ye Xi'an's beastman?

Noticing Gu Feng's gaze, Jiangci stepped back displeased, a cold aura of 'keep out' spreading from his face: 'If it's enough, just leave quickly.'

No, I didn't mean to offend; I have a vial of life-replenishing elixir—do you want it?

Jiangci paused at the words telling him to leave, and looked toward Ye Xi'an.

Ye Xi'an was also somewhat surprised—how could such a precious elixir be given away just because Gu Feng said so?

Ye Xi'an stepped forward, and Gu Feng's cheeks uncontrollably heated up.

Why would you give us such a precious elixir?

You're too close—Gu Feng felt like he was about to faint.

It's... it's... not useful; I'm still far from old age, so... I'd rather give it to you.

Ye Xi'an frowned—Top Five Gu Feng actually still stutters.

It's too precious; can I buy it from you?

Mmm, what an upright female.

Gu Feng whispered, 'Okay,' and extended five fingers—his slender fingers were quite handsome—'Fifty.'

Ye Xi'an: ……… You don't have to be so fake; if you were going to lie, at least say five million.

Jiangci pulled Ye Xi'an close, leaned to her ear, and said, 'Honey, I actually don't really need this either; having you is enough.'

Ye Xi'an understood Jiangci's meaning, a little annoyed she pushed him away, then looked at Gu Feng: 'Thanks, but we don't need it right now—you keep it for yourself.'

Fine.

Gu Feng isn't the type to insist on giving things away; he fidgeted and said, 'Then I'll head back—thanks for the salt.'

Mm, you're welcome.

Gu Feng turned reluctantly, and the few steps to the door felt like he'd walked a kilometer.

After seeing Gu Feng off, Bao Jing immediately started complaining.

I think Gu Feng is up to no good!

Ye Xi'an felt the same: 'But what's his motive? Our family doesn't seem to have anything he'd want.'

As soon as that was said, everyone's gaze gathered on Ye Xi'an.

Ye Xi'an found their stare bewildering: 'Why are you looking at me? Hurry up and keep playing the game.'

Saying that, Ye Xi'an leisurely returned to the sofa to keep gaming.

Watching Ye Xi'an's clueless demeanor, several males simultaneously chose to stay silent; Ye Xi'an couldn't tell if Gu Feng had feelings for her, which would be best, after all, adding a beastman with animal traits to the family is also rather ominous.

Just as Ye Xi'an thought she'd have no further contact with Gu Feng, the next day he stood again at her doorstep.

This time his excuse was soy sauce.

The one who opened the door was Lin Zhi Jing.

He wore a spotless white shirt, silver-rimmed glasses, and his gray eyes were like a frozen lake—calm and waveless, yet exuding a piercing chill.

Lin Zhi Jing didn't speak, merely pushed his glasses, the lenses reflecting a cold light.

His gaze fell on Gu Feng's horns, lingered a moment, carrying a scrutinizing look.

Is Ye Xi'an in?

Lin Zhi Jing's expression was cold, Gu Feng's tone was cold—he was already used to meeting others with a frosty stare.

She's not here.

Lin Zhi Jing's voice was flat, no emotion detectable: 'Anything the matter?'

I'll wait for Ye Xi'an to come and then talk.

Heh, Lin Zhi Jing was about to laugh at Gu Feng's antics, ruthlessly about to close the door, but Gu Feng's large hand effortlessly blocked it.

Lin Zhi Jing's pupils contracted slightly; the person before him had strength greater than his own—could his ability already be above level seven?

Do you know your actions right now are called trespassing? If I tell my wife, you'll face prosecution, and from now on you won't be able to take missions at the Mission Center!

Gu Feng felt no fear at Lin Zhi Jing's threat; he understood Zhu Shen Xing's laws better than anyone, and pointed at the threshold beneath his feet.

I haven't overstepped; I'm just waiting for Ye Xi'an to come, asking her for a little help.

"Gu Feng, you're really stupid.", Lin Zhi Jing openly mocked Gu Feng: "If I were you, I'd definitely curry favor with every male in Ye Xi'an's family, instead of offending Bao Jing and me like you are now."

When Lin Zhi Jing said that, he hadn't even considered how strained his past relationship with Bao Jing was.

I don't need to curry favor with you.

No male is worth him trying to please; sometimes, the more you try to please someone, the more they look down on you.

Fine, then wait here; I want to see what you're up to looking for Ye Xi'an.

Afterward, Lin Zhi Jing went to the kitchen to prepare dinner, while Gu Feng stood at the doorway like a door god.

Yi Yang and Bao Jing got up and saw Gu Feng at the doorway.

Yi Yang's eyes lit up instantly, and he eagerly ran over, calling out, 'Big shot!'

Bao Jing reached out and pulled Yi Yang back: 'Don't embarrass us in front of outsiders.'

"I'm not embarrassing anyone.", Yi Yang pouted innocently, he just wanted to go see his idol.

Bao Jing went to the kitchen, arms crossed handsomely, sitting sideways on the counter: 'Lin Zhi Jing, what's the situation with that person outside?'

Lin Zhi Jing didn't look up, just focused on holding the bun in his hand; today he planned to wrap a soup dumpling for Ye Xi'an.

He said he had something to discuss with Ye Xi'an.

"You just opened the door for him because he said he had something to do?", Bao Jing was somewhat surprised; this isn't Lin Zhi Jing's style—he should have mocked him and then slammed the door shut without hesitation.

Lin Zhi Jing paused in wrapping the bun, only saying: 'His ability surpasses mine.'

Heh, no wonder. Turns out he ran into the same situation as yesterday.