Scoreboard?

The knocking sound outside the room finally stopped. Qiaolian stepped out of the bed and collected her garments as she sensed the retreating footsteps of the pavilion owner.

After getting dressed, she slowly sat on the side of the bed and took her time to admire the striking appearance of Huan Xue for quite a long time.

'Still sleeping? Last night, this master had said to consume all my energy... but where is his energy now?' Qiaolian contemplated if she should wake him up or just let him continue his rest.

After a while of pondering about Huan Xue, she stood again and went to the corner of the room. It was better for him to sleep while she could examine her elixir field.

Yet, before she could take a sit on the floor, Qiaolian remembered that she had played Huan Xue before they went to sleep.

A subtle expression appeared on her face. 'I will just wait for another time to check my elixir field.'

She seemed to have been fully dedicated to pretending that her elixir field was really destroyed.

There was really nothing particular on her mind of such pretense. It was but out of her curiosity of how true the reputation of Scarlet Islands Master is. It's not even a test of his temper.

At that point, Qiaolian believed that she wouldn't really mind if the man would discard her. In any case, she had removed the seal of the two other elixir fields on her body. She can explore its power alone.

On the other hand, if Huan Xue would support her, it would also be a good advantage. Knowing the forces that were trying to capture her, the Scarlet Islands region would be the best place for her to freely explore the power of the three elixir fields in her body.

While thinking the possibilities, Qiaolian was caught in a deep trance, just staring dumbly at the empty space.

In the bed, Huan Xue gradually sensed the empty presence on the side. He opened his eyes and looked around, only to see Qiaolian's pitiful posture, with blank emotions on her face.

He must have been staring at her intensely for Qiaolian felt his eyes and finally raised her head to meet his gaze.

"Hehehe... Master Huan, did Qiaolian make you so exhausted last night?"

Huan Xue who was about to feel guilty after seeing her pitiful posture suddenly rolled his eyes.

Hearing Qiaolian's remarks, all traces of guilt from believing that he had ruined her cultivation were completely pushed back in his mind.

"My lady, is there something wrong? It seems to me that you are struggling to stand? Limping? Did I hurt you last night?" Huan Xue retorted. He could not even believe where he got his wits. But, for some reason, he just doesn't want to be easily defeated by an exchange of assessments on their dual cultivation performance. Never.

Only after he had spoken such naughty words did Qiaolian become really conscious of which part of her body was sore. Her posture was indeed not well-proportioned! She just doesn't realize it earlier!

Such praiseworthy aftermath!

Qiaolian instantly tried to stand straight and crossed her hands on her chest, somehow giving emphasis to the volume of her cleavage in the process. Huan Xue just smiled and waited for her to respond. He could tell that she would clap back at him.

"Aiiyoo... This poor me had lost my elixir field. I did not expect Master Huan to be too brutal! Whoever spread the rumors that the master of Scarlet Islands is the most gentleman in the entire Heng continent must be punished for spreading fabricated reports. All pure lies! Where is the gentleness? I'm scammed by their rumors!"

"But, my lady, you are also too fierce... just look at my arms, shoulder, and back..." Huan Xue suddenly get up and walked near her, not minding of showing all the great package of his physique.

Qiaolian's eyes dilated for a split second as her gaze landed on his hardness. Her lips immediately formed into a thin line. She instinctively raised her hands in the air in surrender and spoke, "Spare me today, Master Huan. How can you regain your energy so easily?"

"Hahaha... it's because my cultivation partner is such an exceptional beauty."

In an instant, Qiaolian's face flushed red. But, she managed her composure and locked her eyes on him. "What a smooth tongue you have!"

Huan Xue slightly chuckled but continued to walk near her. He slightly bent his head and easily kissed her lips.

Qiaolian seemed to have developed comfort in his straightforward actions and just welcomed him with a hug until she felt his arms lifting her body in a tight embrace.

No one really knows how long they had kissed, but, only after Huan Xue carried her and gently placed her body back in his bed did they stop kissing to catch their breaths.

Qiaolian took the opportunity to express her dispute, "I deserve to be spared, Master Huan."

However, her tone was too soft and inviting that it seemed to have hinted at the opposite.

Huan Xue curled his lips and bite his lower lips. His hands fumbled with her garments, carefully removing everything that she had put in.

"A certain someone is complaining about my gentleness last night. I have to redeem my reputation by offering a legit service..." Huan Xue grinned, revealing a charming expression on his face. He slowly lowered his body, then kissed the side of her ear down to the base of her neck and whispered, "Just once, my, lady. Then, we will be on our way to the Scarlet Islands. Hmm?"

Qiaolian had already closed her eyes but the trace of sweet smile on her face was still visible. "Ohh... well, since Master Huan wants to redeem his reputation, be sure to be gentle. I am grading all your actions!"

Qiaolian's shoulder vibrated as she stifled her laughter, seemingly amused by the idea that came to her mind. Alas! Would she be able to concentrate on grading him? She was not really certain either!

On the other hand, Huan Xue could not help but ponder a thought, 'Is there such a thing like a scoreboard?!'