Chapter 574: I’m Sorry

“Princess, are you ready?”

Qin Yu’s expression was solemn, all seriousness.

This princess of the Great Chu Immortal Country is different from Little Ling’Er.

Her talent is exceptional, and she is deeply influenced by royal etiquette, holding deeply ingrained beliefs about many things.

Qin Yu is not sure whether Chu Muyin can truly accept everything calmly.

What if he gives wholeheartedly, and she can’t keep her composure, leading to some misunderstanding?

Qin Yu doesn’t dare to imagine, what if this matter reaches Emperor Chu’s ears, would he storm the Great Yan Imperial Capital to beat him?

Chu Muyin took a deep breath, stood firmly, stared straight ahead at the Array Stone.

“Well, I’m coming…closer.”

Qin Yu collected his mind, stopping his wild thoughts.

As he approached, a charming fragrance filled his nostrils. Staring at the back so close, Qin Yu could even clearly see the original fair neck turning a shade of bashful red, with even the capillaries slightly expanding.

Though Chu Muyin tried hard to suppress the resistance in her heart, her body was helplessly tense.

“If it’s too difficult, perhaps let her teach you.”

Qin Yu maintained his rationality and comforted her.

Seeing her like this made him feel a sense of desecration.

Honestly, faced with a fairy-like beauty, and elegant, noble princess, any normal person would be tempted, especially at such close proximity.

However, Qin Yu didn’t want to force her; the guilt was overwhelming.

“No!”

Chu Muyin seemed to come to her senses, steeling her heart, mimicking Bai Yaosha’s actions, slightly leaning back.

Her back pressed against a firm chest, the man’s aura transmitted through her thin dress to her delicate skin, and instantly, upon that stunning face which moved countless cultivators, appeared a blush.

The feeling of contact…

Made Chu Muyin want to flee at once.

Yet, thinking of Bai Yaosha’s disappointed gaze, she couldn’t help but feel ashamed.

Despite her spiritual power being slightly superior to Bai Yaosha, in terms of mental state, she felt inferior.

Chu Muyin could clearly feel the strong heartbeat from Qin Yu’s chest, her heartstrings seemingly vibrating with it, causing her heart to race uncontrollably.

Qin Yu was astonished, clearly not expecting her to make such a big decision.

In his nostrils, a captivatingly elegant scent filled, looking at that blush at the base of her ears, he almost lost control…

Sigh~

Qin Yu took a deep breath, knowing that if he truly went through with it, the princess would likely be mortified.

“Princess, you should first adapt.”

Qin Yu remained unmoved, avoiding startling the inexperienced young lady, keeping his hands to himself.

Chu Muyin gently nodded, right away adjusting her emotions and trying to calm her somewhat chaotic breath.

Yet, the heated aura behind her made her restless, wishing she could disappear into a hole.

In this state, comprehending the Array Patterns was out of the question, even maintaining tranquility was impossible.

A long time passed.

Qin Yu shook his head with a soft sigh.

He couldn’t just walk away like this; after hesitating momentarily, he finally reached out a finger, lightly touching the blue silk at the back of her head, releasing a stream of spiritual power.

“Buzz…”

Chu Muyin felt a sudden clarity in her mind, the previously chaotic emotions calming down as if at peace.

Though her heart still felt shy, resistant, it wasn’t as chaotic as at the beginning.

Chu Muyin took a deep breath, glancing inadvertently and seeing Bai Yaosha already sitting in front of an Array Stone, focused, feeling a surge of guilt.

“Princess, shall we begin?”

Qin Yu lowered his voice, fearing to disturb her state of mind.

Chu Muyin lightly responded, closing her eyes, and upon opening them again, her beautiful eyes were clear, even raising her arm proactively.

Watching the girl’s awkward movements, Qin Yu couldn’t help but sigh inwardly; it seemed she had observed carefully, as the arc of her raised arm was incredibly close.

Qin Yu gently grasped the delicate, fair arm like beautiful jade, promptly releasing a strand of spiritual power.

“Buzz…”

Feeling the skin contact, Chu Muyin’s delicate body trembled, but compared to yesterday, her current state was undeniably much better, at least initially stable enough to follow Qin Yu’s lead, starting to meld into the Array Stone ahead.

An ancient array pattern emitted a mysterious wave.

Chu Muyin did her best to perceive the profound meaning contained within the pattern, and under Qin Yu’s guidance, realized in amazement that beneath the seemingly simplistic pattern lay such hidden changes.

As the pattern was traced halfway, Chu Muyin’s spiritual power became chaotic and completely dissipated.

Qin Yu didn’t blame or try to comfort her, merely reactivated his spiritual power to guide again.

After several failures, Chu Muyin’s mind finally calmed completely, no longer indulging in wild thoughts as before, focusing solely on perceiving the profound meanings on the pattern and sensing its subtle changes.

It was unclear if her mind was too exhausted or overly immersed, but her graceful body naturally swayed slightly.

Qin Yu noticed immediately, this princess’s curve wasn’t as proud as that of his aunt, yet it had a unique charm.

The touch, taut to the extreme, made one uncontrollably want to raise their hand high and drop it heavily on it.

No, I must hold back!

Indeed, the difficulty of such trials could be described as hellish. But as a tributor to the Great Yan Royal Family, how could he not withstand even this test?

Qin Yu’s fists hardened.

Thankfully, his willpower had already been honed at his aunt’s place, otherwise he might have…gone against hierarchy.

Chu Muyin remained unaware, since relaxing her body and mind, she finally felt the enormous benefit of Qin Yu’s guidance.

She only needed to follow Qin Yu’s lead, sensing the profound meanings of the array patterns, which he meticulously presented in detail without tiring.

In less than ten times, Chu Muyin was already able to render this Array Pattern completely, even without Qin Yu’s guidance, she could slowly outline each line.

Even Qin Yu had to admit that Chu Muyin’s comprehension was entirely on par with Bai Yaosha.

In fact, if she gets accustomed to this interaction, she might grasp the profundity faster than Bai Yaosha in the future.

“Master Qin, I’ve gained insights.”

As she skillfully outlined the Array Patterns completely, Chu Muyin said excitedly.

“The next one.”

Qin Yu’s voice didn’t have much fluctuation.

Upon hearing this, Chu Muyin felt a wave of shame.

Although such speed was something she couldn’t have imagined earlier, given that Qin Yu personally guided her, she spent more time than Bai Yaosha, what’s there to be proud of?

With this thought, Chu Muyin immediately restrained her emotions.

“Ah?”

Just as she was about to ask which Array Pattern to comprehend next, her body suddenly turned on its own.

She practically bumped into someone!

Although the hand was merely holding her waist, contact was inevitable.

Chu Muyin’s face uncontrollably flushed again, feeling incredibly anxious, both embarrassed and angry.

If she hadn’t seen Bai Yaosha experience this too, she’d likely start overthinking.

It’s not like that!

Master Qin was merely saving time and preserving her state of mind, helping her turn around.

This was just comprehending Array Patterns.

Right.

Master Qin’s proficiency with the Ancient Array is truly deserving of the term “Grandmaster.”

How can she view him with a mundane perspective?

Chu Muyin deeply regulated her breathing a few times, preparing to calm down and continue comprehending, but suddenly felt a bit uncomfortable.

As if something was…

Chu Muyin’s heart felt like it was leaping into her throat.

She must not overthink; when Master Qin guided Bai Yaosha, it seemed even…

Hmm, it’s normal.

Perhaps their deeper communication allowed Bai Yaosha to understand more quickly than her.

It must be so!

Master Qin truly had no ill intentions, now began anew.

Chu Muyin immediately steadied her mind to continue comprehending.

But…

For some reason, an uncontrollable strange feeling welled up inside her.

“Qin, Master Qin, I’m a bit tired…”

Despite her efforts to control, Chu Muyin found it hard to suppress the peculiar feeling inside, unable to continue comprehending like before.

“What a pity.”

Qin Yu’s voice, though calm, carried a hint of pity.

However, he didn’t insist.

In Chu Muyin’s current state, even if he could give his fullest guidance, she wouldn’t be able to absorb such knowledge.

Food must be eaten bite by bite, roads must be taken step by step.

Everything mustn’t be rushed.

“Master Qin, I… I’m sorry.”

Chu Muyin felt a wave of shame, not daring to meet Qin Yu’s gaze, afraid to see his disappointment in her.

In the end, she fled the place as if escaping.

Beside her, Bai Yaosha remained indifferent, still immersed in the comprehension of the Arrays.

The glow of the Array reflected on her beautiful face, her focus exuding an indescribable charm.

Still, the older sister is better, not mired in chaotic thoughts.

“Yaoyin said you should rest earlier today.”

Qin Yu approached slowly, seeing Bai Yaosha’s clear gaze looking over, he smiled lightly and said.

“I’ll try.”

Bai Yaosha seemed to recall something, quickly averting her gaze.

Whenever Qin Yu visited the Carefree Pavilion, her sister seemed constantly fatigued, requiring her to accompany, and even massage to relax.

Since hearing some strange noises upstairs, she was no longer naive.

What puzzled her was, her sister was a capable woman, so why such fragility?

Was it truly that strenuous?

“Why not comprehend one more Array, then go accompany her?”

Qin Yu indeed felt tender towards his little wife, he didn’t mind some extra effort.

“Alright!”

Bai Yaosha’s beautiful eyes sparkled with a hint of excitement.

Qin Yu smiled calmly, gently holding her slender waist, and she immediately understood.

At this moment, he clearly felt the difference between a seventeen-year-old girl and an elder sister, akin to the gap between small volleyballs and large peaches, with the small volleyball being tighter comparatively.