Douluo : Capture the goddess starting from peerless tang sect

"You!"

Qian Ran's playful words left Zhou Yi feeling both flustered and indignant. Was this guy really that bold, daring to tease even her?

And yet, a small part of her was secretly pleased. Was her figure really that impressive? She'd put years into maintaining herself, and it seemed the effort had paid off.

Qian Ran had already gotten involved with Xiao Xiao in his class, and he was constantly tangled up with Jiang Nannan and Tang Ya too. His words, then, might just have some truth to them.

Could it be that Qian Ran actually had feelings for her?

As Zhou Yi continued tidying up the mess on the floor, her mind wandered.

"How on earth do I correct this boy's attitude?"

Zhou Yi felt a pang of regret for letting Qian Ran see her in such a state. The very thing she'd feared had happened.

At Shrek Academy, it wasn't uncommon for students to fall for their teachers. For many teachers, who'd worked hard to build their careers, it could be difficult to handle the attention of students from influential families.

Some teachers even sought relationships with these wealthy students, but the results were usually disastrous. For many, it was just a game—a way to boast to their peers by chasing a teacher, only to discard them once they'd won. In the end, these teachers often left the academy in shame.

Compared to those students, though, Qian Ran seemed much better.

Yet...

Qian Ran relished seeing Zhou Yi's conflicted expression. Her delicate features, bright eyes, and graceful, furrowed brow showed a woman who, though nearing thirty, bore few traces of age.

Her hair was neatly gathered, revealing a graceful, ivory neck. Dressed in a black blazer, her crisp white blouse was barely containing her generous curves, the buttons looking ready to burst.

Following the line of her collar, one could glimpse the alluring curve of her neckline. Her new blouse was even snugger than the last, accentuating her figure more. Below her slender waist, her form-fitting pencil skirt highlighted her hips as she crouched, adding to her mature charm. Her black-stocking-clad legs and small feet encased in black heels completed the image of a poised, elegant beauty.

Who in the class would have guessed that the "old witch" they spoke of was actually a woman of such refined allure?

Right now, Zhou Yi's appearance was at its peak, a testament to her maturity and grace. If she kept up her intense teaching pace for another decade, she'd likely begin to show signs of aging, but for now, her beauty was a sight to behold. Qian Ran even thought he might have an excuse someday to help her retain her youthful looks if she were to become close to him.

Without her teacher's outfit, Zhou Yi would be just another attractive woman, not much different from Jiang Nannan or Tang Ya.

But dressed as she was, Zhou Yi exuded a magnetic, irresistible charm.

In class, Zhou Yi was known for her strict, impartial manner—stricter than most of her colleagues. This was why she'd been chosen to lead the class with the academy's strongest Attack and Control System Soul Masters.

Among Soul Masters, the Attack and Control Systems were of utmost importance, with the Agility System trailing slightly behind. Think of Tang San, Huo Yuhao, and Tang Wulin—legendary figures in the Attack and Control Systems.

Qian Ran couldn't help but wonder what Zhou Yi might look like if she showed favoritism for once.

It could be... quite something.

After tidying up the mess, Zhou Yi leaned against her desk, avoiding eye contact with Qian Ran. Her gaze settled on Qian Ran's handsome face, and she found herself staring.

There was a maturity to Qian Ran beyond his years. His looks, after all, were nothing to scoff at; with a face like his, it was no surprise he received countless love letters.

Qian Ran, however, held back from teasing Zhou Yi further. Sometimes, the best way to captivate someone's attention was to leave things half-said, to keep them guessing. If he laid it all out, the fun would be gone, and the mystery lost. Letting Zhou Yi fill in the gaps herself would only heighten her curiosity and spark her imagination.

In his previous life, he'd seen many fail at courting because they pursued too aggressively without any results, eventually becoming desperate. The secret was to reel her in, then let her stew in her thoughts, make her miss him, and eventually, she'd be the one eager to connect.

After all, he'd done nothing more than give her a few compliments about her beauty.

If Zhou Yi ended up getting flustered, that was on her, not him.

If she began to pursue him, it would be entirely of her own making.

Qian Ran enjoyed the thought of Zhou Yi coming to him first, unable to resist, ultimately surrendering to him willingly.

Sure enough, seeing that Qian Ran had fallen silent, Zhou Yi felt a bit panicked. She'd mentally prepared a speech to correct him, yet there was no opening to say it.

Had she misunderstood everything? Perhaps Qian Ran didn't think anything of her at all. He'd never actually said he liked her—it seemed that was all in her imagination.

Blushing, Zhou Yi felt a bit embarrassed. Was it possible she was projecting her own feelings onto Qian Ran, hoping he felt the same? Perhaps, without realizing it, she'd grown fond of him, leading her to misinterpret his intentions.

"Zhou Yi, are you so desperate for a man that you'd cling to a freshman?" Zhou Yi scolded herself mentally. Maybe it wasn't Qian Ran being inappropriate but her own mind running wild.

Qian Ran was surrounded by beautiful girls all day, his desk overflowing with love letters; how could he possibly have any special interest in her?

...

As for Qian Ran, he had no idea of the internal turmoil in Zhou Yi's mind.

His attention was now on Ma Xiaotao.

The evil energy within Ma Xiaotao was rapidly receding as if it had met its nemesis, retreating entirely back into her.

Ma Xiaotao lay sprawled on the ground, her body covered in sweat, feeling a relief she had never experienced.

That felt amazing!

So wonderful, she couldn't even bring herself to get up off the floor.

The golden light bathing her body made her feel warm and comfortable, completely at ease. The evil energy, which had always been a burden, seemed entirely absent now. Before, her only way to fight the evil fire was by seeking out water or ice-attribute Soul Masters to suppress it.

That process was always a struggle, but now, the evil energy had simply disappeared on its own without any effort on her part.

(End of Chapter)

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