Chapter 283: Every Scumbag is Half a Psychologist_1

"Is there really someone so terrifying in this world?" Qian Renxue murmured.

If she had not seen it with her own eyes, she would never have believed that there could be such a terrifying person in the world.

If Xu Ran were a martial arts fanatic, obsessed with cultivation, she would have accepted it. But Xu Ran was clearly not a cultivation fanatic.

How could a flirtatious playboy wandering among the flowers still possess such a terrifying talent, such fearsome powers of comprehension? Why?

She bit her lip lightly, not even realizing that she was somewhat losing her composure. Although she had always maintained the appearance of Qing He, she had inadvertently revealed her more feminine side.

"The state of Unity of Heaven and Man, he has actually comprehended it as well," Qian Renxue watched Xu Ran's figure, even though the person before her was much younger than herself, at this moment he seemed like an immensely powerful being.

Suddenly, Xu Ran's eyes opened, and a sword light that was incomparably resplendent and beautiful swung out. That sword drew a perfect arc in the air, and Xu Ran's spirit, energy, and essence all reached their peak. With a single strike, it seemed as though everything else in the vicinity paled in comparison.

"This sword?" Qian Renxue stared blankly at Xu Ran's swordplay. As a peerless genius with innate talent at level twenty, she was also obsessed with cultivation. So, seeing that dazzling sword move, she felt a sense of fascination.

Sometimes, Xu Ran's swordsmanship really was like an art form.

In front of Xu Ran, Qian Renxue felt something stir within her. She felt as if she was sensing something purer and more intricate. But what exactly that was, she couldn't figure out.

And this intangible, elusive thing was making her itch with curiosity.

For someone of her genius, who wouldn't want to improve their strength even further?

"Crown Prince, what brings you here?" With his sword sheathed, Xu Ran reigned in all his aura, returning to simplicity and truth, no longer displaying the pride he had shown when he drew his sword.

"I came to see you. As expected of the Marquis of Destiny, your talent has reached such heights, truly a role model for cultivators like myself," said Qian Renxue, her gaze now devoid of all emotion.

"You flatter me, Crown Prince. If you're interested, I could teach you," Xu Ran said. He was eager for Qian Renxue to show interest in him, so he could seize the opportunity to get closer to her...

"Could you?" Qian Renxue paused, her interest piqued.

She was somewhat excited. She had been very interested in the things about Xu Ran, and before she could even bring it up, Xu Ran had taken the initiative to offer.

If she didn't take this opportunity to learn something from Xu Ran, wouldn't she miss out?

"Of course. It's just that, being the Crown Prince, a body of thousand gold, wouldn't it be inappropriate for you to follow my teaching?" Xu Ran joked, recalling the Jade Maiden Sword Technique he had acquired earlier.

Qian Renxue also practiced swordsmanship; after becoming a deity, her weapon would be the Angelic Holy Sword. Therefore, guiding her in cultivation wouldn't be a bad thing.

"What are you talking about, Brother Xu? The capable can be my teacher. Am I, Qing He, not a man of reason?" Qian Renxue chuckled. She hadn't expected Xu Ran to be so easy to talk to. It seemed that although Xu Ran was amorous and even his sexual orientation was a bit peculiar, in other aspects he was still extremely simple.

If that was the case, then things would be easy.

In the future, Xu Ran would be totally under her, Qian Renxue's, thumb.

Although Xu Ran was strong, his advantage was his unrivaled talent; it was unlikely he was stronger than her in other aspects.

She, Qian Renxue, had been lurking within the Tiandou Empire since childhood. She had seen all sorts of intrigue, so how could Xu Ran ever outplay her?

...

Qian Renxue brought Xu Ran to a secluded training room, and both changed into tight-fitting training clothes.

Xu Ran handed Qian Renxue a wooden sword, then had her pose as he instructed.

Xu Ran walked behind Qian Renxue, one hand wrapped around her waist while the other grasped the hand holding the sword. The two of them were almost pressed together.

"Brother Xu, what are you doing?" Qian Renxue trembled slightly, feeling the masculine presence of Xu Ran behind her. An unusual sensation rose in her heart, but more than that, a chill.

Suddenly, she remembered something seemed off about Xu Ran's sexual orientation. Concern began to grow within her; what if Xu Ran were to make inappropriate advances? Although she was in disguise as a man, it seemed Xu Ran actually favored this ambiguity.

"Brother Xue, I'm teaching you how to practice the sword," Xu Ran said with a smile, pressing tightly against Qian Renxue's back, feeling the difference in her body.

Although Qian Renxue had altered her physique with her angelic soul bone, her body remained incredibly supple. Xu Ran also sensed a fragrance on her, which neutralized her feminine scent, making it impossible to detect anything unusual.

"Is this how you practice swordsmanship?" Qian Renxue spoke, her eyes flickering with a cold light.

The feeling of not being in control made her uncomfortable, especially as her body involuntarily softened, eliciting a typical female response that made her detest her own weakness even more.

She became slightly panicked, considering she had just reached puberty when she was sent to infiltrate the Tiandou Empire.

From her childhood, few had taught her about physiological matters.

Even though she had some understanding, being held by a man in this manner still made her uneasy.

Qian Renxue had the personality of a strong woman and naturally disliked showing the vulnerability typical of her gender, despite it being a normal reaction; she remained discontent.

Qian Renxue had decided that even if she needed a man to continue the Qian Family's bloodline, she would not allow herself to be subjugated. Anyone who dared to be so presumptuous with her would meet their end!

If it really came to it, she would take the lead from above.

Of course, Xu Ran was unaware of Qian Renxue's inner thoughts. Otherwise, he could only say, "Miss Qian, if you're not careful, you really might end up in trouble from being on top."

Xu Ran knew women like Qian Renxue, who were exceptionally intelligent, were often fools when it came to emotions.

Qian Renxue had infiltrated the Tiandou Empire when she was just a young girl, spending her youth disguised as a boy. Although she was smart, she was still a girl, forced to constantly suppress her femininity.

Suppressing everything that a woman should embody, once Xu Ran found a breakthrough, and when she could no longer suppress those emotions, they would burst forth like a river in flood, unstoppable once released.

Qian Renxue was unparalleled in intelligence and talent. She remained indecisive in the original story due to her feelings for Tang San. A young girl's needs went unmet, and later, she would desperately seek out what she had missed. Hence, even though Tang San opposed her time and again, she accepted it, always hoping he would yield to her and stand on the same side as her.

This is similar to those who get into college after having spent their younger years deprived of fun, then become obsessed with gaming, to the point of being expelled. They're just trying to make up for lost time, playing until they've had their fill.

Every scoundrel is half a psychologist.

When Xu Ran arrived at the imperial palace, he already thoroughly understood Qian Renxue's psychology.

Therefore, this time, she would not be able to escape; she could only choose to fall in love with him.