Ever since Qianran made a name for himself at the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineering Academy, the attitudes of the academy's students and faculty toward him had shifted dramatically.
Some girls, upon seeing Qianran, couldn't resist approaching him, hoping to create a memorable moment together. After witnessing Qianran's overwhelming strength, even his reputation as a ladies' man garnered no complaints.
Respect for strength was universal, no matter the setting.
Among the younger generation, Qianran was undoubtedly a top-tier powerhouse.
Even while staying in his dormitory, Qianran attracted numerous girls eager to storm in and offer themselves. The number of applicants for the companion program grew so large that Lin Jiayi even considered canceling the initiative entirely. Now, if Qianran wanted companionship, there would never be a shortage of willing candidates.
Yet Qianran's time was entirely devoted to Ke Ke and Juzi, with his relationship with both in a period of passionate intensity. How could he spare a moment to entertain others?
Moreover, Qianran was on the verge of breaking through to Soul Emperor, focusing his efforts on surpassing the bottleneck.
At present, Qianran enjoyed a leisurely life, holding Ke Ke in one arm and Nana in the other.
Ke Ke and Nana were acutely aware of their places in his life, and neither felt jealousy nor tension. Ke Ke simply wanted to be with Qianran and had never aspired to monopolize him. Meanwhile, Nana's loyalty to Qianran was absolute. She would support him unconditionally, no matter what he did. She wasn't just his devoted subordinate but also his adoring admirer. For Nana, Qianran was the most revered figure in her world.
In the dormitory, Ke Ke often dressed in tight-fitting pants and snug T-shirts to flaunt her figure. To her credit, her physique appeared even more alluring than Nana's. Although Nana's proportions were technically superior, her tall and slender frame, standing at 1.8 meters, gave her a more willowy appearance.
Nana, on the other hand, often wore a classic JK uniform. The white stockings paired with a pleated skirt that left most of her thighs exposed were deadly for any man's self-control.
Both were stunning, and with deliberate effort to emphasize their charms, they resembled nothing short of temptresses.
Beautiful people need the right clothing and accessories to highlight their appeal.
Qianran was grateful that his system had provided him with a wardrobe of outfits and accessories from his past life, featuring countless styles. These were a source of endless joy—and occasional exhaustion—for him in recent days.
Ke Ke, eager to deepen her bond with Qianran during the early days of their relationship, aimed to create as many unforgettable memories as possible. Nana, driven by admiration, couldn't help but compete, escalating her efforts to capture his attention.
To Nana, Qianran was her master, and she viewed herself as nothing more than a servant. However, this didn't diminish her feelings for him. In addition to gratitude and admiration, Nana harbored deep affection for Qianran—possibly even stronger than Ke Ke's.
Unlike Ke Ke, Nana didn't envy her. In fact, she felt fortunate. She knew that while Qianran had many women, Ke Ke was just one among them. As a personal attendant, Nana believed her proximity to Qianran far surpassed Ke Ke's. For her, this was enough.
Being with Qianran, whether as his wife or his maid, was fulfilling. And Qianran wasn't like those hedonistic aristocrats who mistreated their subordinates. He never truly treated her as a servant—most of her tasks were self-initiated.
"Ke Ke, Nana, I've prepared some celestial treasures for you. These will boost your cultivation. For the next few days, stop your regular training and find a quiet place to absorb them," Qianran instructed.
Nana, having already consumed an immortal herb previously, was given another rare treasure this time.
As for Ke Ke, Qianran prepared the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid.
This herb, known for stabilizing one's foundation and nurturing one's essence, was perfect for someone like Ke Ke, whose cultivation base was relatively weak. Additionally, this herb would continue to accelerate her cultivation speed over time, making it ideally suited for her needs.
Ke Ke's cultivation progress was too slow. Now that she was one of Qianran's inner circle, he prioritized using resources to help her grow stronger.
In addition, Qianran had prepared Water Fairy Jade Bone for Juzi.
Back in Tang San's era, Zhu Zhuqing had consumed this herb, gaining a seven-rank spirit power increase and an enhanced martial soul. Her agility-type skills became faster and more agile, providing combat benefits beyond just spirit power enhancement. Although Juzi wasn't an agility-type soul master, speed and agility were crucial for soul engineers in combat.
Qianran also planned to directly improve the martial soul quality of Juzi and Ke Ke. For Juzi, a plant-bloodline enhancement serum would suffice to upgrade her weak orange martial soul.
For Ke Ke, Qianran had the Heart of Frost and Snow. After using one on Ling Luochen, Qianran still had four left. This rare ice-element treasure could grant the wielder an Ultimate Ice attribute, making it an excellent fit for both Ke Ke and Meng Hongchen.
As for Nana, Qianran hadn't decided yet. Should he turn her into an evil soul master like Yaya? Her Ghost Martial Soul could easily be catalyzed into an evil martial soul.
"What's this?" Ke Ke asked, her eyes wide with surprise as she opened the package. The rich medicinal aroma alone made it clear that what Qianran had given her was invaluable.
"It's an immortal herb that will help you reach Soul Emperor," Nana said casually. She wasn't particularly shocked, having consumed Water Fairy Jade Bone herself—the strongest of the immortal herbs.
Compared to it, the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid wasn't nearly as potent.
"Really? That amazing?" Ke Ke was astonished. Her current cultivation level was far from reaching Soul Emperor. Could Nana's swift breakthrough be due to one of these herbs?
How many secrets was Qianran hiding? If he could casually hand over such treasures, what else was he capable of?
These herbs were probably worth a fortune at auction—likely more than her entire value as a person.
"It's not that exaggerated," Qianran explained. "This herb stabilizes your foundation and nurtures your essence. Your foundation is too weak, so this herb is particularly suitable for you. It will also continuously accelerate your cultivation speed in the future."
"Ah, Qianran, you're amazing! I love you so much!" Ke Ke cried as she threw herself into Qianran's arms. While overjoyed, she also felt a bit overwhelmed. Qianran's generosity toward her created a sense of pressure.
"If you're truly moved, then next time…" Qianran leaned close to her ear, whispering something mischievous. Ke Ke, dressed in tight jeans, would look stunning if a part of them were cut away in a certain spot. It would be even more enticing than wearing stockings or a miniskirt.
Tearing stockings and cutting tight jeans—each had its own charm.
(Chapter End)