Douluo Starting with the Chaos Divine Examination

Mu Chen averted his gaze from Liu Erlong, shifting it to the other women present.

Unlike Liu Erlong, the others had different emotions in their eyes. Xiao Wu, feeling somewhat guilty, kept her head slightly lowered, knowing this whole situation stemmed from her.

Ning Rongrong and Meng Yiran looked troubled, their complex feelings evident. Although neither had formally confessed to or been confessed to by Mu Chen, it was an open secret among the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan and even throughout the soul master world that their families saw Mu Chen as a future son-in-law.

Meanwhile, Zhu Zhuqing's expression remained calm, her inner thoughts inscrutable.

The atmosphere in the hall grew increasingly tense, with five women and Mu Chen standing amidst a thick silence.

"Ahem!"

Finally, Mu Chen took it upon himself to break the uncomfortable silence. Rising, he cleared his throat and said, "Erlong, since you mentioned the founding ceremony is about to begin, we should make our way there. While the Tang Sect doesn't fear anyone, it wouldn't be wise to show disrespect to those who came."

He took a step forward, only for Liu Erlong to step in his way, her gaze intense and affectionate.

"Erlong, is there something you need?" Mu Chen hesitated, silently hoping she wouldn't get too bold in front of the others. After all, Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong, and Meng Yiran were all present.

Liu Erlong remained silent, her gaze unwavering and fiery as she glanced over the other women, as if asserting her presence.

Mu Chen felt a bit cornered. With Liu Erlong's personality, he knew she might indeed go to extremes, perhaps even attempting to take him right here and now, consequences be damned.

Xiao Wu raised her head, momentarily at a loss, wondering if Liu Erlong would truly take action. If she did, Xiao Wu wasn't sure how to react. After all, society had no precedent for a man being "overpowered" by a woman.

Wishing to ease the tension, Zhu Zhuqing spoke up, breaking the silence. "I'll go ahead and see if there's anything that needs assistance."

Ning Rongrong's face reddened, and she quickly followed Zhu Zhuqing. "Me too. Wait for me."

Meng Yiran, finding the atmosphere equally overwhelming, hurried to join them. "Count me in!"

As they left, each had cheeks tinged with a blush, unwilling to imagine what might unfold once they were out of sight.

"I…"

Xiao Wu hesitated, glancing between Mu Chen and Liu Erlong. She, too, felt unable to stay and mumbled, "I… I'll go check on things too."

"Xiao Wu," Mu Chen called.

"Yes, big brother?" Xiao Wu replied, confused by his firm tone.

"Stay," he instructed, his voice commanding yet gentle.

"Big brother?" Xiao Wu looked to Liu Erlong, unsure of his intent. Did he want her to stay for…?

"I said stay," Mu Chen said, a slight edge to his voice.

The sternness in Mu Chen's expression dispelled her misunderstanding, revealing no trace of ulterior motives. His face was calm and resolute, more serious than she had seen him.

Why was he so insistent?

The answer lay in a promise.

Mu Chen had made a vow to Xiao Wu, a promise that had become his own boundary, shaping his choices ever since.

As a man, Mu Chen was bound by honor and a personal sense of restraint. He could not allow others to control him, not even Liu Erlong, no matter how passionate her advances might be.

Mu Chen knew that to handle Liu Erlong's intensity now was crucial for the future harmony of the Tang Sect, and for his own self-respect.

"Big brother, I… I wouldn't mind if it happened," Xiao Wu stammered softly, her words filled with shy vulnerability.

Not minding? Xiao Wu's willingness took Mu Chen aback. Did she mean she wouldn't mind him breaking his promise?

"No," Mu Chen responded firmly.

"Big brother?" Xiao Wu's heart wavered as she searched his gaze.

"A real man honors his word. What I've promised you, no one else can take. And what I don't give, no one else can demand," Mu Chen replied, his voice ringing with quiet determination.

"Big brother!" Xiao Wu felt a swell of emotions at his loyalty, admiration shining in her eyes as her affection for him deepened.

A surge of warmth rose within Xiao Wu, and with it, an overwhelming sense of happiness and love.

"Big brother… if… if you wanted to… I would be willing," Xiao Wu murmured, her face turning scarlet.

This declaration left Liu Erlong briefly stunned, marveling at the depths of Xiao Wu's feelings.

Mu Chen himself felt a spark of heat flare up at her words, a flicker of desire fanned by Xiao Wu's shy but heartfelt confession.

"No." He suppressed the feeling, firmly shaking his head.

"Big brother…"

"It's not right, not now. You're still young, and experiencing these things too early could harm you," Mu Chen said, his tone caring but unyielding.

"Big brother…" Xiao Wu looked at him, her heart full of admiration and warmth.

Mu Chen, usually so free-spirited and even flirtatious, had faced temptation today and yet still held to his promise and respect for her.

Liu Erlong finally relented, leaning forward to plant a kiss on Mu Chen's cheek, a small but tender gesture. "Alright then, let's go. We shouldn't keep the guests waiting."

"Mm."

Mu Chen nodded, glancing over at Liu Erlong, whose smile had softened. In his heart, he was pleased to see her acceptance.

Liu Erlong was happy, her admiration for Mu Chen's unwavering integrity evident in her gaze. A man who could resist temptation, a man with principles—how could she not be happy to have such a man by her side?

What Liu Erlong didn't know was that Mu Chen had learned from an old TV show he had once watched in his previous life, Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils. It featured a man named Duan Zhengchun, who, despite his many romantic interests, was dearly loved by each of his women. Mu Chen saw him as a model of excellence.

In this life, Mu Chen aspired to be an even better man than Duan Zhengchun.

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