Chapter 2: Chapter 2
**[BTTH] Chapter 2**
While Chen Feng and Nalan Yanran were lost in passionate intimacy, a strikingly beautiful woman dressed in white appeared outside Chen Feng's courtyard, unaware of what was transpiring within.
"I wonder how Feng'er's injury is healing?" she murmured to herself, her elegant voice filled with quiet concern.
"I haven't visited him for the past few days due to trivial matters. I hope Feng'er doesn't feel neglected."
Her gaze lingered on the serene courtyard, and thoughts of her exceptionally gifted disciple brought a faint smile to her enchanting face.
This woman, proud and poised, wore a simple yet graceful dress that hugged her shapely figure. Her jet-black hair was styled into a noble updo, adorned with a phoenix hairpin, while her beautiful face exuded calm serenity. Despite the simplicity of her attire, her innate grace and nobility shone through.
Indeed, this was none other than Yun Yun, the leader of the Yunlan Sect and Chen Feng's teacher. Yun Yun held Chen Feng in high regard due to his extraordinary talent and often felt a sense of pride in her gifted disciple.
She had even decided that, when the time came, she would pass on the mantle of leadership of the Yunlan Sect to him. Learning of Chen Feng's injury had concerned her deeply, and despite her busy schedule, she had made time today to check on him.
"Hm? What's that noise?" Yun Yun's delicate brows furrowed as she pushed open the gate to the courtyard.
"Could it be that Feng'er's injury hasn't improved?"
Her sharp ears caught a familiar voice.
"Wait… is that Yanran?" she muttered, her frown easing slightly.
"Of course. The two of them have always been close, like siblings. It's only natural for her to visit and take care of him during his recovery."
Thinking this, a soft smile graced Yun Yun's lips as she approached Chen Feng's house. She raised her elegant hand and gently pushed open the door.
"Feng'er, let me see how you're doing—"
Before she could finish her sentence, Yun Yun froze in place.
The smile on her face vanished as her eyes widened in shock at the sight before her.
"Teacher!"
At the same time, Chen Feng's startled cry filled the room.
Moments later, the courtyard was quiet.
Yun Yun sat in the pavilion, glaring sternly at the boy and girl kneeling before her. Yet, upon closer inspection, her face was slightly flushed, and her gaze turned evasive whenever it fell on Chen Feng and Nalan Yanran.
Both appeared disheveled. Chen Feng's hair was messy, and his clothes were rumpled. Nalan Yanran's cheeks glowed with a faint blush, and her eyes flickered with shyness. But when she glanced at Chen Feng, her gaze overflowed with affection.
"I know I was wrong, Teacher. Please forgive me," Chen Feng spoke quickly, his tone laced with regret as he attempted to calm Yun Yun's evident anger.
Yun Yun's emotions were a mix of shame and fury. Her favorite student had done something so outrageous in broad daylight! Worse, she had witnessed the scene firsthand. Recalling what she had stumbled upon made her face burn hotter.
This is too embarrassing!
Though Yun Yun was a virgin, she wasn't naive. She had lived long enough to recognize exactly what the two had been doing.
"Feng'er, I asked you to recuperate at home, and this is how you spend your time?"
Her anger mounted as she stared at Chen Feng, who remained kneeling, begging for mercy.
Three days ago, Chen Feng had sustained an injury while practicing his fighting skills. Deeply concerned, Yun Yun had ordered him to rest at home. She had even personally arranged for his recuperation.
Who could have expected that, upon visiting, she would stumble upon such a scandal?
Shameless! Absolutely shameless!
Chen Feng, on the other hand, felt equally frustrated.
Of all the moments to visit, Teacher, you had to choose this one!
"Teacher, this is all my fault. I couldn't help myself," Chen Feng admitted after a brief pause. "I promise this won't happen again in broad daylight."
He spoke decisively, taking full responsibility to shield Nalan Yanran from blame.
Since his junior sister had shown such trust in him, Chen Feng refused to let her suffer alone. He also understood Yun Yun's temperament well. She valued students brave enough to take responsibility. Perhaps if he handled this correctly, she might show leniency.
Sure enough, Yun Yun's expression softened slightly at his words. But as her gaze lingered on Chen Feng, her thoughts grew strange.
'Not in broad daylight'? Does that mean it's acceptable at night?
Yun Yun hadn't strictly forbidden relationships between disciples, but Chen Feng and Nalan Yanran were still so young. Could they truly handle the consequences of their actions? Excessive indulgence could harm their health and hinder their potential.
Yun Yun had already considered Chen Feng her successor. Naturally, she didn't want anything to derail his future.
She wanted to reprimand them harshly but hesitated.
'Am I being too controlling?'
Matters between men and women were, after all, based on mutual consent. As their teacher, how much should she interfere?
Unaware of her internal struggle, Nalan Yanran gazed at Chen Feng with growing admiration. His willingness to take the blame touched her deeply.
Senior Brother is wonderful, she thought.
While initially regretful about being caught, Nalan Yanran no longer cared. In fact, she felt emboldened.
"Are your injuries fully healed?" Yun Yun asked after a moment of silence, her voice calmer.
Despite her anger, she still cared deeply for her prized disciple.
"Teacher, thanks to Junior Sister's careful care, I'm almost fully recovered," Chen Feng replied respectfully.
In truth, his injury had already healed. The "recuperation" period was merely an excuse to spend more time with Nalan Yanran. Luckily, his plan had worked.
Yun Yun's gaze turned toward Nalan Yanran, her expression unreadable.
"Yanran certainly took excellent care of you," she remarked dryly.
She took care of you in bed, so of course she did a good job, Yun Yun thought sarcastically, though she didn't say it aloud.
Nalan Yanran blushed furiously, lowering her head in embarrassment.
"Since you're well enough, resume practicing the Thunderbolt Spear Technique at the back mountain tomorrow. I'll test your progress," Yun Yun declared after a brief pause.
She chose not to dwell on the incident further.
Young people make mistakes—it's part of growing up.
"Teacher, rest assured. I've been practicing diligently, and my skills have improved significantly," Chen Feng replied confidently.
Yun Yun nodded. "The inner sect competition is in a month. Focus on your training and aim for first place," she instructed. Then, with a meaningful glance, she added, "It would be best if you two saw less of each other during this time to avoid distractions."
Her words were clear, and both Chen Feng and Nalan Yanran understood. Chen Feng nodded calmly, while Nalan Yanran's face turned crimson.
"If you win first place, you may make a request of me, and I'll do my best to fulfill it," Yun Yun promised.
'Then can you help me have a child, Teacher?' Chen Feng thought mischievously but suppressed the improper idea.
"Thank you, Teacher," he replied sincerely.
"You two should behave," Yun Yun said before leaving.
As she stepped out, she suddenly stopped and glanced back.
"Yanran, don't you still have an engagement?"
The color drained from Nalan Yanran's face. She looked nervously at Chen Feng, who gave her a reassuring smile.
"Yes, Teacher," Nalan Yanran replied softly.
"If you and your Senior Brother are in love, that engagement should be annulled. I'll personally arrange your wedding," Yun Yun declared.
Nalan Yanran's joy was evident as she quickly thanked her teacher.
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