Douluo : Capture the goddess starting from peerless tang sect

"You're so stingy."

Ma Xiaotao crossed her arms, puffing up her cheeks in mock anger.

"Isn't Tang Ya standing right here? Aren't you afraid she'll get jealous with all these thoughts running through your head?" Ma Xiaotao's face flushed slightly, though a small twinge of delight crept into her heart.

"She's your junior sister; she won't mind," Qian Ran said with a smirk.

In truth, if he succeeded in winning over Ma Xiaotao, he'd have a pair of sisters in his grasp—what a coup that would be. And as for Yan Shaozhe, well, his carefully cultivated resources were bound to be thoroughly raided by Qian Ran.

Ma Xiaotao was a woman Qian Ran wouldn't let slip through his fingers.

In Qian Ran's eyes, Ma Xiaotao was undoubtedly one of the most stunning women in the Peerless Tang Sect, easily ranking in the top ten.

To him, her allure even slightly surpassed that of women like Wu Feng or Zhu Lu.

"Enough of that. Let's save it for later."

Ma Xiaotao changed the subject, pulling Ling Luochen into the conversation.

"Hehe, meet our Inner Court beauty, Ling Luochen. Her martial soul is Ice Element. You two should chat—you might find you work well together," Ma Xiaotao said with a teasing grin, nudging a slightly reserved Ling Luochen toward Qian Ran.

"Hello."

Ling Luochen's tone was as cold as ever, but there was a touch of nervousness beneath her usual composure.

The suggestion piqued the interest of the others.

Ling Luochen's Ice Element martial soul was known for its fine control.

Combined with Qian Ran's Ultimate Ice, their synergy might be unparalleled.

But the thought of this pairing raised a different kind of concern:

Qian Ran was known to be quite the flirt.

Could this be the beginning of yet another conquest?

Even Dai Yueheng felt exasperated.

An Ultimate Ice martial soul practically gave Qian Ran a golden ticket to charm both Ma Xiaotao and Ling Luochen.

Ma Xiaotao needed Ultimate Ice to suppress her evil fire.

Ling Luochen's abilities would reach their zenith with a partner who also wielded ice.

It was as if fate had handed Qian Ran the perfect tools to woo both of these exceptional women.

"Big jerk."

Even Tang Ya couldn't help but pout as she pinched Qian Ran's waist.

She knew her boyfriend too well. Qian Ran had long set his sights on Ma Xiaotao, and now Ling Luochen's presence was yet another temptation.

The stronger the woman, the more Qian Ran seemed drawn to her.

"Ah! That hurts!"

Qian Ran hissed as he inhaled sharply, rubbing the spot where Tang Ya had pinched him.

"Senior Sister Ling, I've heard of you before. I even caught a glimpse of you during the Treasure Appreciation Gathering," Qian Ran said, his tone warm.

At that event, nearly all the Inner Court students had attended to seize the rare opportunity for free benefits. Though Qian Ran hadn't mingled much with them at the time, he'd certainly taken note of their appearances.

To Qian Ran, the Inner Court was home to Shrek's true bevy of beauties.

Unlike the Outer Court, where talent varied, the Inner Court boasted only the cream of the crop.

And among them, Ma Xiaotao and Zhang Lexuan were the most striking in his eyes.

Close behind were Ling Luochen and Wu Ming, whose elegance and charm shone brightly.

One thing Qian Ran particularly appreciated about the Inner Court women was their fuller, more mature figures.

Whether it was the result of intense soul master training or simply natural endowment, the difference was noticeable.

Even in the loose-fitting Shrek uniforms, women like Ma Xiaotao and Ling Luochen couldn't hide their exceptional curves.

By contrast, the Outer Court girls were still growing, with only a few, like Zhu Lu, able to compete in this regard.

"Oh..."

Ling Luochen lowered her gaze to her feet, clearly unused to being the center of attention.

Though she had many questions for Qian Ran, her naturally introverted demeanor held her back.

After some brief introductions, Ma Xiaotao took charge and assigned them to their training groups.

The teams began their drills, attacking and defending in rotations, honing their synergy for the upcoming tournament.

Later That Evening

Training concluded, and Qian Ran joined Ma Xiaotao for dinner.

Instead of returning to his own dorm, he followed her to her residence in the Inner Court, using the opportunity to freshen up.

Stepping into Ma Xiaotao's room, Qian Ran immediately noticed the faint, lingering fragrance of her presence.

Next to the bathroom door, an open laundry basket revealed the intimate garments Ma Xiaotao had just changed out of.

"Oh, wow..."

"Didn't expect her to wear something this... bold," Qian Ran muttered, a grin tugging at the corners of his mouth.

His imagination ran wild as his thoughts wandered to the fiery senior.

With some effort, Qian Ran cleared his head of the inappropriate ideas.

When he emerged from the bathroom, Ma Xiaotao had already changed into a striking outfit.

She wore a fiery red ensemble that emphasized her toned figure.

Her shorts were daringly short, barely covering her round hips and exposing a tantalizing sliver of her thighs.

From mid-thigh down, her legs were sheathed in sleek white stockings that accentuated their flawless shape.

The tight stockings pressed gently into her flesh at the hem, creating an alluring contrast between the fabric and her smooth skin.

Looking at herself in the mirror, Ma Xiaotao seemed self-conscious.

It wasn't often she dressed this way, let alone in something as playful as white stockings.

Usually, such attire was the domain of Outer Court girls, not a senior like her.

When Qian Ran stepped into the room and saw her, his eyes lit up.

Ma Xiaotao was the epitome of confidence and strength, but in this moment, she exuded an irresistible allure.

"Qian Ran, no. I can't wear this. It's too embarrassing," Ma Xiaotao protested, her face flushed as she fidgeted with the hem of her shorts.

She couldn't imagine what the other Inner Court students would think if they saw her dressed like this.

"You don't get to negotiate, Sister Xiao Tao," Qian Ran said playfully, stepping closer.

His hand rested gently on her thigh, his fingers tracing the smooth texture of her stockings.

The faint fragrance of her skin, mixed with the residual warmth from her bath, teased his senses, sparking a bold thought.

"What are you doing?" Ma Xiaotao's heartbeat quickened.

Still energized from training, her body was already brimming with restless energy.

The sensation of Qian Ran's hand against her thigh sent a wave of heat coursing through her, and she felt her control slipping.

Her Evil Fire, always difficult to manage, began to stir.

"Sorry."

Qian Ran quickly reined himself in, pushing his desires aside.

As much as he was tempted, he knew better than to rush things.

Ma Xiaotao was someone he wanted to cherish, not conquer hastily. Their relationship needed time to deepen naturally.

"You look amazing like this. You don't always have to wear your uniform, you know. Outside of special occasions, Inner Court students can dress however they like," Qian Ran said, taking in her beauty with an appreciative smile.

Ma Xiaotao's figure was too stunning to be hidden under Shrek's plain uniforms.

Letting her personality and appearance shine through would be a treat for both of them.

(End of Chapter)