The Five Disciples He Took In After Transmigrating Into The Book Were All The Same Person - Chapter 7

“Like that,” Yufu said furiously, “a gentleman like Young Master Mo must stay away from a villain like you!”

Shangguan Ran felt a bit lightheaded. “Excuse me, I am still standing right here.”

Ji Lan and Yufu turned to look at Shangguan Ran in unison, shouting, “Shut up!”

Shangguan Ran: “…”

[Host!] Suddenly, a shrill voice echoed in Ji Lan’s mind. [Are you sick in the head? What are you arguing about? Is it fun to deviate from the character settings and the plot?]

[It is fun!] Ji Lan flexed his muscles. [They dare to snatch people from me; this is rebellion!]

Zhen’ai felt exhausted. [Have you forgotten? The protagonist will eventually cut you into a thousand pieces. It is very cruel.]

Ji Lan’s anger suddenly evaporated. He blinked, feeling confused. Right, why does it matter if Mo Chenxiao leaves? Why am I acting as if I’m possessed, protecting him like this? Yufu isn’t even trying to take A-Yue…

“Why did you stop talking?” Yufu noticed Ji Lan had been stunned by her words and let out a light huff. “If Young Master Mo is willing to marry into our Fragmented Jade Palace and become our Palace Master’s husband, it would certainly be much better than staying in the Sword Pavilion.”

As soon as Ji Lan regained his senses, he heard this and thought, Wow, eating soft rice! In his past life, he always felt his stomach was weak, making him perfect for living off a wealthy woman. As one of the four major sects in the cultivation world, becoming the Palace Master’s partner would mean endless glory and wealth. If his character setting allowed it, he would have recommended himself!

Alas, I am too shameless. The protagonist’s treatment was truly impressive; some people even tried to force him to eat “soft rice.”

“If Chenxiao is willing, I have nothing to say.”

“Young Master Mo,” Yufu looked at Mo Chenxiao with satisfaction, smiling softly. “You once saved our Palace Master, and she has always kept you in her heart. If you do not mind, why not come to our Fragmented Jade Palace for a short stay?”

Mo Chenxiao looked at Yufu with cold indifference. “Apologies, I do not know your Palace Master.”

Yufu: “…” She had said so much, and Mo Chenxiao had remained expressionless and silent, so she assumed he was willing. Who would have thought this brat would be so unappreciative?

“Pfft,” Ji Lan could not help but laugh out loud. “Miss Yufu, what else do you have to say?”

Not only Yufu, but the female disciples following behind her turned shades of red and white. It was truly awkward.

“Demon, give me your life!” Yufu forced the topic back to Shangguan Ran. “I must avenge my Junior Sister!”

Shangguan Ran was enraged. “Are you sick! Who do you think you are!” Feeling embarrassed, she decided to take it out on him. Shangguan Ran flicked his sleeves, sending a wave of force that pushed Yufu back several steps. “I want to see whether you die or I do!”

Tan Fengyu felt his head spinning from all these turns of events. He whispered to Ji Lan, “Shall we let them fight it out and leave?”

“Uncle Tan is right,” Mo Chenxiao nodded. “Master, let us go.”

Yufu and Shangguan Ran grew anxious. “You are not allowed to leave!”

“Are you going to fight or not!” Xiao Yuwei finally lost her patience, her temper flaring. “What are you arguing about? If you have the guts, fight to the death!”

Ji Lan held A-Yue, feeling utterly speechless. Did they come here just to bicker?

“Yufu, do not make a move.” A cold, clear voice suddenly appeared behind Yufu.

Yufu’s expression changed instantly. “Palace Master, did you come to pick up Young Master Mo in person?”

Seeing the newcomer, Ji Lan looked bewildered. Why does this person look so much like Xiao Yuwei? Are they twins? Is this another of Mo Chenxiao’s ambiguous love interests? This is too lacking in integrity! Wan Song was even more shocked. How could there be two future mistresses?

Chapter 35: Everyone Is Jealous and Complaining About Ji Lan; Mo Chenxiao, Wan Song, and A-Yue: This Won’t Do!

“Sister?” The Palace Master paused when she saw Xiao Yuwei, then nodded. “Long time no see.”

Xiao Yuwei’s expression was dark, her lips pressed into a thin line. “Hah, does the Palace Master of the Fragmented Jade Palace visit such places in person? Are you not afraid of staining your purity?”

“You!” Yufu stomped her feet in anger. “What kind of nonsense are you spouting!”

“Slap!”

Xiao Yuwei slapped Yufu across the air, saying coldly, “When I am speaking to Xiao Yuntang, where does a servant like you get the right to interrupt?”

Yufu clutched her cheek, her face full of shame and anger, but she only glared fiercely at Xiao Yuwei and remained silent. Ji Lan found it strange. Yufu and the others must have seen Xiao Yuwei immediately, yet they hadn’t greeted her. To ignore someone with such a similar face to this extent… these two sisters must have deep-seated grievances.

Xiao Yuntang did not say anything about her disciple being slapped. Instead, she smiled at Ji Lan. “You must be my sister’s fiancé. It is truly not my intention that our first meeting should be under such circumstances.”

Ji Lan frowned. For some reason, this Xiao Yuntang made him feel very uncomfortable.

“Do not act so familiar!” Xiao Yuwei’s face was dark as she grabbed Ji Lan’s wrist. “Ji Lan, let us go!”

This was the first time Xiao Yuwei had protected him so fiercely, and Ji Lan found it novel, unconsciously following her for two steps. Then, he was blocked by Mo Chenxiao.

“What is it?” Ji Lan asked, holding A-Yue in one arm while being pulled by Xiao Yuwei in the other.

“What are you doing!” Xiao Yuwei was irritable, as if she would kill anyone who stood in her way. “Move aside!”

“Where are you taking my Master?” Mo Chenxiao looked at them seriously. “Perhaps you should ask what Palace Master Xiao intends to do.”

Xiao Yuwei gritted her teeth as she looked at Mo Chenxiao. Seeing his calm face, the wild irritation in her heart inexplicably vanished. “I will give you face!”

“Sister,” Xiao Yuntang sighed, “I have urgent matters today. Do not throw a tantrum.”

Xiao Yuwei’s face was livid. If she were not weaker than her opponent, she would certainly have torn her mouth apart!

“Palace Master Xiao, what is the matter?” Tan Fengyu quickly stepped out to mediate. After all, this was the sister of his Junior Sister; if a fight really broke out, it would be an embarrassment to all.

“Elder Tan,” Xiao Yuntang’s brow was filled with worry. “The Fragmented Jade Palace’s most precious treasure, the Shattered Sky Stone, has been stolen. The person who stole it is very likely this Young Master Shangguan.”

Shangguan Ran had been hoping to run away with Ji Lan’s group, but Ji Lan had been blocked by Mo Chenxiao… Shangguan Ran glared angrily at Mo Chenxiao. This guy is definitely doing this on purpose!

“Young lady, you can eat anything, but you cannot say just anything,” Shangguan Ran held up three fingers. “I swear to heaven, I absolutely did not steal your broken stone!”

Calling the sect’s holy object a “broken stone” made Ji Lan sweat. This guy was truly talented at making enemies.

“Palace Master,” Mo Chenxiao stepped forward, speaking righteously. “Since Young Master Shangguan is so frantic and defensive, who knows what is on his mind? You should take him into custody.”

Shangguan Ran was stunned. “Hey, you…”

“Young Master Mo,” only now did Xiao Yuntang dare to look directly at Mo Chenxiao, her face flushing slightly. “Long time no see.”

“I do not feel we have met,” Mo Chenxiao looked at her with confusion. “You may have recognized the wrong person.”

Ji Lan: My disciple is also quite talented at making enemies.

Xiao Yuntang had not expected Mo Chenxiao to be so heartless, but she did not believe he truly didn’t remember her. Perhaps it was because she had left without saying goodbye last time, which had annoyed him.

Mo Chenxiao did not look at the woman again. He truly did not remember who she was. Having lived for so many years, it would be too exhausting to remember everyone.

“You people are truly sick,” Shangguan Ran was so angry he lost his temper. Why was everyone ignoring him? “I know I am handsome, dashing, unrestrained, and beloved by all! But you cannot just keep picking on me!”

Ji Lan looked at Shangguan Ran silently. Despite his cold and untouchable temperament, every word he spoke was incredibly infuriating!

Regarding Shangguan Ran’s defense, Xiao Yuntang’s expression did not change in the slightest. “Young Master Shangguan, this matter is of great importance. This object is the holy treasure of my sect; I hope you will return it immediately.”

So, seeking justice for Junior Sister Yuqing was a lie, and finding the treasure was the truth. Ji Lan felt dizzy. He only wanted to do his job day by day; he did not want to be involved in these sect disputes.

“Fine,” Shangguan Ran flicked his fan open again. “Actually, I know where the Shattered Sky Stone is.”

“Palace Master, do not listen to his demonic words,” Yufu said angrily. “Junior Sister Yuqing died with regrets and the Stone is missing. It must have been this demon!”

“Hah,” Shangguan Ran tsked twice. “The Stone is with this Young Master Mo!”

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone’s eyes turned to Mo Chenxiao. Even Mo Chenxiao hesitated for a moment. Could I really have taken it? After all, everything that happened at this time was too distant for him.

Taking advantage of everyone’s focus being on Mo Chenxiao, Shangguan Ran swung his fan violently. With a loud “bang,” a cloud of smoke filled the air, leaving a one-mile radius in chaos. “Run!”

In the panic, Ji Lan was dragged away by a hand.

“Demon! You are truly feeling guilty!”

“Kill that demon and avenge Junior Sister Yuqing!”

“Take back the Shattered Sky Stone!”

The noise slowly faded, and the thick fog gradually dissipated. Ji Lan could not help but complain, “Young Master Shangguan, why are you running? Are you feeling guilty?”

The person stopped and turned slowly. It was Mo Chenxiao’s face.

“Chenxiao?” Ji Lan looked at him in suspicion. “Why is your back resembling Young Master Shangguan?”

“A mere illusion technique,” Mo Chenxiao looked at the one in Ji Lan’s arms and the one following behind with dissatisfaction. “Master, you thought I was Shangguan Ran, yet you followed me without any resistance?”

Ji Lan blinked slowly, looking down at their joined hands. “Chenxiao, your hand…”

Only then did Mo Chenxiao realize he was still clutching Ji Lan’s hand. He said coldly, “Master, can anyone just hold your hand?”

Ji Lan could not understand the protagonist’s thoughts. “We are both men. Even if it were Young Master Shangguan, it would not ruin your purity. Why be so meticulous about it?”

“Elder Cong Lian,” Wan Song mustered the courage to speak, “Brother Mo is right; this is actually not good.”

Even A-Yue, nestled in Ji Lan’s arms, pouted. “Elder, this is not good.”

Ji Lan: How could the protagonist’s aura extend to a child? It is one thing for Wan Song, but A-Yue, who likes me so much, is also taking their side!