The No.1 Undercover in the Immortal World-Chapter 597 - 105 Why Is It Always You

In Bai Jiaojiao’s claws, there wasn’t just a blade of grass but also a large red carp.

The red carp was grazing on the grass, and Bai Jiaojiao had caught both in one fell swoop, just like fishing.

Lin Yun was dumbfounded on the spot.

Was this silly carp the one causing trouble behind the scenes?

That made sense, after all. Long Xiaoman had a Dragon Clan bloodline and even the ability to transform into a Dragon King, so it wasn’t unusual for her not to fear Bai Jiaojiao’s Dragon Qi. However, since their last parting, Lin Yun hadn’t imagined they’d meet again under these circumstances.

Indeed, life has a funny way of bringing people together.

Lin Yun recognized Long Xiaoman at a glance—such a distinctive red carp was certainly rare. And this silly fish, even while being caught, stubbornly nibbled on that blade of grass, taking "eating oneself to death" to the extreme.

Yuan Zihe watched with a heavy heart.

"Oh, my grass! How pitiful you are! What kind of lousy fish is this!"

Yuan Zihe was unaware of Long Xiaoman’s extraordinary nature and only felt pity for her grass that had not only been caught but also was being nibbled on by a fish.

Was it because the grass was too realistically camouflaged that it attracted the fish?

Yuan Zihe’s heart began to waver as well.

If Bai Jiaojiao could catch the Seagrass, she must have realized something special about it.

So, what should she do?

Give up the Seagrass?

It was her favorite among the Sea Beasts, and in the vast East Sea, Yuan Zihe had only found this one peculiar plant.

Although her heart was full of conflict, the rational Yuan Zihe still made a decision.

"Goodbye, grass, may you rest in peace."

Bai Jiaojiao actually didn’t care much about the grass; what interested her was a carp with Dragon Qi.

The grass was merely incidental. Holding the fish, she said to Lin Yun, "This fish has Dragon Qi and is quite extraordinary, and it may be related to the commotion with these fish and shrimp."

Lin Yun smiled and felt somewhat relieved, saying, "I know this fish."

As he took the large carp from Bai Jiaojiao’s hands, he said, "Long time no see, I didn’t expect you to still be so gluttonous."

Considering that Lin Yun himself had fished Long Xiaoman onto the boat before, and now Bai Jiaojiao had also caught a fish successfully, he didn’t know what to say.

Aren’t you supposed to be a Dragon King?

Where’s your dignity?

Long Xiaoman’s fish eyes moved, glowing with intelligence. When she saw Lin Yun, the whole fish began to struggle.

She remembered the fear she felt being under Lin Yun’s control.

Even if her memory wasn’t good, she still vividly remembered how heartless Lin Yun was, forcing such a cute fish like her to pull a boat!

Was he treating her like a mule?

Previously, Lin Yun was swept into the Eye of the Sea; the Flower Fairy went to the south while Long Xiaoman, along with the Snow Maiden, headed north. After delivering her to shore, the Snow Maiden, having some conscience left, did not continue to enslave her but set her free instead.

With nothing better to do, Long Xiaoman wandered around, reaching Cloud Dream Marsh, which had become a small habit.

Winter was coming, and Cloud Dream Marsh seemed warmer, so every winter, she would swim there to hibernate.

Unexpectedly, while in the marsh, she sensed a very pure Dragon Qi. Instinctively following the direction of the True Dragon’s scattered aura, she had come across a strange blade of grass, and just as she was about to taste it, she was caught by Bai Jiaojiao.

Yet, Long Xiaoman found the strong Dragon Qi emanating from Bai Jiaojiao quite comfortable and didn’t sense any danger, so she complied meekly, playing dead like a fish for Bai Jiaojiao to toy with.

Who would have thought that in just a few breaths, she would end up in Lin Yun’s hands?

What kind of bad karma is this?

Long Xiaoman looked aggrieved, and even the grass in her mouth lost its flavor.

"You villain, why is it you again!"

Long Xiaoman spoke human language, startling Bai Jiaojiao and the others.

She appeared to be no more than a somewhat sentient carp, but she could speak human languages, and her voice, crisp with a hint of cute and adorable tone, put Bai Jiaojiao on high alert.

She wasn’t as jealous as Lin Yu and the others, but that didn’t mean she had no sense of caution.

Although Yuan Zihe was also startled, she was more concerned about the Seagrass that Long Xiaoman had spat out.

My grass, my grass!

The Seagrass was a bit disoriented now. Although its vitality was strong and not easily extinguished—cutting its top would not kill it as long as its roots remained—but what was it like to be continuously chewed on by a fish with strong teeth?

Now, only the saline comfort from its owner would soothe it.

Sensing its owner’s presence nearby, the dazed Seagrass, aided by the slight breeze, drifted in her direction.

No one aside from Yuan Zihe cared about the movement of this blade of grass, and she was deeply moved.

If the little grass returned safely, then it’s all good—she wouldn’t steal the Divine Artifact!

Yuan Zihe was ready to catch the Seagrass. Even though Lin Yun wasn’t focused on it, she still needed to be cautious.

Pretending to enjoy the commotion, she stepped closer to Lin Yun’s direction and happened to hear him addressing the fish, "Maybe this is fate. Since you’ve fallen into my hands again, have you thought about how you want to redeem yourself?"

Yuan Zihe’s heart turned cold on the inside.

This person, he wouldn’t even spare a fish.

She had to be even more cautious now, she couldn’t expose herself no matter what.

If Lin Yun took an interest in her, given her stunning beauty, something unimaginable might occur.

Well, that being said, Yuan Zihe couldn’t help but involuntarily imagine the scenario where Lin Yun would capture her and press her to the ground.

Perhaps it was because Lin Yun was too handsome, Yuan Zihe didn’t feel that the prospect was completely unacceptable...

She felt her face grow hot and quickly suppressed these improper thoughts.

"I have nothing to offer, kill or flay me at your discretion, but as the Dragon King, I will no longer pull your boat!"

"Pfft, rest assured, I’m not asking you to pull the boat this time, just have two small questions, are those two beavers your subordinates?"

The conversation between Lin Yun and Long Xiaoman continued, Yuan Zihe listened in while pretending to approach the seagrass nonchalantly.

She and the seagrass were like two people deeply in love, clumsily rushing toward each other.

With the assistance of the wind, the seagrass also sped up a bit, already imagining the scene of embracing its master after a narrow escape.

And just at that moment, Lin Yun and Long Xiaoman’s conversation was interrupted, he turned his head and looked towards Yuan Zihe.

Indeed, following the incident, Lin Yun had been discreetly keeping an eye on Yuan Zihe, which was a manifestation of Lin Yun’s cautiousness and goodwill.

Assume the worst in people but treat them with the most kindness.

If he encountered real danger, Lin Yun would try to save Yuan Zihe.

Observing her reactions in dangerous situations was simply Lin Yun’s habit. Paying a bit of divided attention to a stranger wouldn’t cost him too much effort. If Yuan Zihe behaved suspiciously, then he wouldn’t lose a clue right under his nose, making a black spot in the light.

So far, Yuan Zihe hadn’t acted out of the ordinary at all; although she didn’t quite look like an ordinary fisherwoman, she didn’t pose a severe threat to him.

And now, Yuan Zihe seemed to be drawn by their presence, approaching timidly.

Only then did Lin Yun turn back around, intending to reassure her.

After all, the sudden appearance of two dragons was indeed frightening.

Noticing Lin Yun’s gaze, Yuan Zihe reacted swiftly.

Although she almost reunited with her servant seagrass, to protect her identity and her association with the seagrass, she quickly slipped into character.

She stepped on the seagrass as if it were just an ordinary weed.

Unfortunately, right under that footstep was a cobblestone, and as Yuan Zihe stepped down, a green juice was squeezed out.

Seagrass: The Mortal Realm is not worth it.

"Sorry to have frightened the young lady."

Lin Yun offered his apologies to Yuan Zihe. Although Yuan Zihe didn’t seem overly frightened, Lin Yun still uttered these polite words.

"Dragons actually exist..."

As if she was attracted by Bai Jiaojiao, Yuan Zihe murmured softly to herself, then quickly responded to Lin Yun, "It’s nothing, on the contrary, I should thank the young master for broadening my horizons."

"I hope it hasn’t left a shadow on you, as you have seen, this is not a place to linger. You should leave as soon as possible."

Lin Yun wasn’t clear yet if the uprising of the fish and shrimp as well as the daring beavers were Long Xiaoman’s doing, but if it was her, the matter would be trivial.

After all, it was just a fish; everything was accidental.

On the other hand, it was possible that someone was stirring up trouble in secret.

Up to now, Lin Yun inclined more towards accident as the answer. Still, everything would have to wait until he had questioned Long Xiaoman.

At this point, Long Xiaoman had also given up on treatment and when she heard Lin Yun saying that she would have to pay a price, she stopped struggling.

I’m just a fish after all, do as you will, but I will no longer pull the boat—I’d rather die than pull it again.

Because of her silence, Lin Yun could easily hold the fish and speak with Yuan Zihe.

Yuan Zihe’s face revealed a struggle as if she was grappling with a difficult decision, but after she felt the act had gone far enough, she finally spoke up, "Young master, I have a request, may I ask if you would grant it?"

According to Yuan Zihe’s plan, she actually should’ve knelt down and clung to Lin Yun’s thigh by now, which she thought would have a higher success rate than making such a dry request for help, but...

Although she was prepared to steal the Divine Artifact at all costs, the actual act of kneeling and hugging his thighs was still too shameful.

Fortunately, even if it was a bit dry, it still respected the persona she had crafted.

The identity she had created for herself was that of a fallen noblewoman, and her reluctance to kneel readily was also a display of nobility.

Having been in contact with Lin Yun, Yuan Zihe had changed her plan several times, from originally trying to blend into Lin Yun’s side to now only being able to ask for Lin Yun’s help. Even though she hadn’t yet succeeded in making her move, she felt as if her path were completely blocked.

"You want my help? What benefits can you offer me?"

Lin Yun acted like a mercenary merchant. Yuan Zihe blushed, somewhat shy yet determined, "For the sake of my family, if you can help me with this, I... am willing to offer myself in return."

Lin Yun: "..."

I was just about to help you out of goodwill, and you’re trying to take advantage of me?

"Please forgive me, but I must refuse!"