Urban Seduction: Housewives Club Chapter 1832 - 161: The Peerless Black Widow 3

Having endured countless tribulations in his past life, Wang Yue had long since shed the typical arrogance of youth, though his resolve remained as firm as ever.

A faint smile played on his lips as he spoke, "I shall keep your advice in mind, sir. However, matters of the heart are often beyond one's control. If Yingying were to develop feelings for me one day, there would be little I could do to stop it, wouldn't there?"

"Rest assured, such a scenario will never come to pass," Yu Yan declared with absolute certainty, dismissing the idea with a wave of her hand. "You are dismissed."

"Thank you, sir," Wang Yue replied, offering a respectful bow before turning to depart.

"Don’t forget, our discussion today must remain a secret. Not a word to anyone about Yingying practicing martial arts under my guidance. Should this leak, it would not only put her in grave danger but could also implicate the three prominent families of Jinling," Yu Yan’s voice trailed after him.

Wang Yue paused for a brief moment, nodding his head in acknowledgment before resuming his walk.

While he harbored deep curiosity regarding Yu Yan’s true background, he was certain she wouldn't divulge it, so he chose not to waste his breath asking.

Upon returning to the restaurant's exterior, Wang Yue chose not to leave. Instead, he found a quiet corner to sit and began to meditate on his martial techniques.

Unfortunately, the lingering presence of Yu Yan made it nearly impossible for him to achieve a state of true tranquility. Consequently, the entire morning passed without him reaching any breakthroughs in his Cultivation.

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Li Yingying was in a state of disarray that day. Even though she struggled to focus, her mind wandered throughout the morning's lectures. The culprit was a total lack of sleep the night before.

Every time she closed her eyes, she was haunted by Wang Yue’s face—a face so handsome it rivaled any woman's beauty. Her body seemed to vibrate with the memory of their physical contact on the bus.

For a young woman, desire is a double-edged sword. If she already views a man favorably and he manages to ignite and satisfy her physical longing, her affection for him will flourish instantly.

Conversely, if no foundation of feelings exists, such advances will only breed resentment and permanently close the door to her heart.

Li Yingying clearly fell into the first group. She already held a deep fondness for Wang Yue, and following the events on the bus, the tiny seedling of love she had tried to hide had sprouted into a massive tree, dominating her thoughts.

This growing affection only fueled her anxiety regarding their difference in social status. She even found herself envious of her sister—imagining how wonderful it would be to simply serve as his personal maid.

Despite her distracted state all morning, she hurried to the restaurant the moment the lunch bell rang. She felt a profound sense of gratitude toward the owner, Yu Yan, who had not only offered her employment but treated her with genuine kindness.

Taking after her mother, Li Yingying was a person of great integrity who valued every kindness shown to her. Thus, she worked tirelessly at the restaurant, never idling for even a second.

As the first to arrive, Li Yingying’s eyes immediately landed on Wang Yue, who sat waiting with a smile.

Her heart leapt with joy. He had promised to visit her again, but she had been skeptical—why would a Young Master like him spend so much time on a simple girl?

Yet, there he was, appearing as though he had been waiting for a long time.

In the midst of her excitement, the memory of the bus incident suddenly flashed in her mind. Overcome by a wave of bashfulness, her footsteps faltered and she nearly came to a halt.

Wang Yue rose to his feet and approached her, greeting her warmly, "Yingying."

"You... what are you doing here?" Li Yingying asked, her cheeks flushing a deep crimson.

"I came to see you, just as I promised yesterday," Wang Yue answered.

The mention of "yesterday" sent her thoughts spinning, and she quickly blurted out, "Let’s not speak of what happened then."

"Are you still upset? I truly didn't intend for things to go that far," Wang Yue said, his voice laced with sincerity.

"I’m not... I'm not angry. It’s just... I don’t know how I should face you right now, Wang Yue. Could you grant me a little time?" Li Yingying stammered, finally finding her voice.

Time?

Wang Yue was briefly confused, realizing she had likely misinterpreted the situation. However, explaining the cold truth would probably be too much of a shock for her.

Besides, he felt a genuine attraction toward her. Perhaps it was better to let this sweet misunderstanding linger until it eventually turned into reality.

"What?" Li Yingying gasped in disbelief. "You... you are actually a martial artist?"

Judging by her youthful looks, Yu Yan didn't appear to be in her thirties. Li Yingying had assumed that was her natural age, but based on the current conversation, she realized the boss must have used some method to preserve her youth.

Only those who practiced martial arts and Cultivation were capable of such feats.

"Indeed, I am a martial artist," Yu Yan confirmed with a nod. "And you... do you have the desire to become one as well?"

"Is that even possible for me?" Li Yingying’s heart hammered against her ribs. If she stepped onto the path of a warrior, wouldn't that bridge the gap between her and Wang Yue?

Yu Yan was entirely unaware that Li Yingying’s motivation for seeking power was rooted entirely in her feelings for the young man.

Observing the girl's eager face, Yu Yan seized the moment. "If you acknowledge me as your Master and inherit my legacy, you will not only become a warrior, but a peerless one who earns the respect of the entire world."

"Become your disciple?" Li Yingying whispered, her mind reeling. "Can I truly do that?"

"Of course. I have wandered through many lands over the years, yet you are the only one who meets my strict criteria," Yu Yan replied.

Seeing Li Yingying’s lingering confusion, Yu Yan elaborated, "You possess a self-reliant spirit and refuse to surrender to your circumstances. You don't even dream of relying on the wealthy for a shortcut. Such character is exceptionally rare."