Battle Through the Heavens: Beauties Abound Starting with Yunlan and Her Disciples

400: Section 400Just as he walked out of the classroom, he was called out to by Nalan Yanran. ”Yun Xiancheng, wait a moment.”

She jogged to catch up, an expectant smile on her face.

”I just transferred here and I’m not very familiar with the place. Could you show me around the campus?”

Yun Xiancheng looked at her and remained silent for a few seconds. ”Alright.”

He turned around and took her for a tour around the campus.

The playground, the library, the cafeteria, the teaching buildings... He introduced them one by one in a flat tone, without any unnecessary words. Nalan Yanran followed beside him, asking questions from time to time.

”Yun Xiancheng, what do you usually like to do?” ”Read books.”

”What kind of books do you like?” ”Anything is fine.”

”Then, do you have someone you like?”

Yun Xiancheng stopped in his tracks and turned his head to look at her.

Nalan Yanran’s face turned slightly red, but she didn’t avoid his gaze; instead, she looked him straight in the eyes. ”I was just asking casually.”

She spoke in a low voice, her tone carrying a hint of guilt. Yun Xiancheng didn’t answer and simply continued walking forward. Nalan Yanran bit her lip and quickly caught up.

She knew that he knew, but this time she didn’t use stories of the Fighting Qi Continent to kidnap Yun Xiancheng’s attention.

She wanted to approach him fairly and squarely like this, wanting to understand him and wanting to become an important person in his life. Over the next few days, Nalan Yanran would find all sorts of excuses to get close to Yun Xiancheng every day,

asking about homework, borrowing stationery, eating lunch together, going home together after school... Her enthusiasm made the other students in the class notice something was up.

”It seems like Yanran likes Yun Xiancheng.” ”Yeah, she sticks to him every day.”

”Yun Xiancheng is so lucky to be noticed by the school beauty.” ”But Yun Xiancheng doesn’t seem very interested in her.” ”That’s not necessarily true, maybe he’s just shy.”

The discussions reached Nalan Yanran’s ears; her face turned slightly red, but she didn’t deny it. She indeed liked Yun Xiancheng.

And just then, Yun Xiancheng’s life welcomed its second change. The weekend arrived.

Yun Xiancheng was reading a book at home when the doorbell suddenly rang. He put down the book, walked to the door, and looked out through the peephole.

Standing outside was a black-haired girl wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and jeans. Her long hair was draped over her shoulders, her features were exquisite, and she had a cold, elegant temperament.

She pressed the doorbell, a hint of impatience in her eyes. Yun Xiancheng opened the door.

”Hello, is there something I can help you with?”

The black-haired girl looked at him, a flash of surprise in her eyes, which quickly returned to calm.

”My name is Xiao Yan, I just moved in next door.” She pointed to the door beside his.

”We’ll be neighbors from now on, please take care of me.” Yun Xiancheng nodded.

”Hello, my name is Yun Xiancheng.”

Xiao Yan stared at him for a few seconds and then suddenly laughed. ”Yun Xiancheng? What an interesting name.”

She turned to leave, but after a few steps, she stopped and looked back at him. ”By the way, do you have a girlfriend?”

Yun Xiancheng shook his head. ”That’s good then.”

Xiao Yan smiled even more happily, then pushed open her own door and walked inside. Yun Xiancheng stood at the doorway, watching her back with a hint of helplessness in his eyes.

The second one. Monday.

As soon as Yun Xiancheng walked into the classroom, he noticed the atmosphere was a bit off.

The students were whispering, their gazes occasionally glancing toward the podium. He followed their gaze and saw an unfamiliar woman.

She wore a white shirt and a hip-hugging skirt paired with black silk stockings. Her long white hair was tied in an elegant bun. Her features were exquisite, and she had a gentle temperament. She stood on the podium, holding a lesson plan, talking with Teacher Wang.

”Students, starting from today, Teacher Yun Yun will be our class’s Chinese teacher,” Teacher Wang introduced with a smile.

Yun Yun turned around, her gaze sweeping across the classroom, finally landing on Yun Xiancheng.

A flash of surprise crossed her eyes, which quickly returned to calm. ”Hello everyone, my name is Yun Yun. Please take care of me from now on.”

Her voice was gentle and intellectual, carrying the charm of a mature woman. A round of applause broke out in the classroom.

Yun Xiancheng looked at Yun Yun on the podium, the corner of his mouth twitching slightly. The third one.

In the following days, Yun Xiancheng’s life became increasingly ”lively.”

Nalan Yanran would look for him every day, asking about this and that, and occasionally giving him small gifts.

After Xiao Yan moved in next door, she would ”coincidentally” head out with him every morning and ”coincidentally” head home with him after school. Yun Yun would occasionally call on him to answer questions in class and would talk to him after class, caring about his studies and life. What made Yun Xiancheng even more helpless was that more girls were appearing one after another.

Qing Lin became his junior, ”encountering” him at the school gate every day.

Yun Ziyi and Yun Yan became his distant cousins, coming to ”visit” his home from time to time.

Zi Yan became his childhood friend who appeared out of the blue, a playmate he met in the countryside during childhood; back then she had black hair, but now it was dyed purple. Now reunited, old feelings were rekindled, and she came to play with him every few days.

Xiao Yi Xian became the school doctor; every time he passed the infirmary, he would be called in for a ”physical examination.” Feng Qing’er became the class beauty of the next class; every time they met in the hallway, she would give him a sweet smile. Yao Ye and Heavenly Moon became his seniors, often ”encountering” him in the cafeteria.

Green Savage became the owner of the convenience store downstairs from his house; every time he went to buy something, she would give him some extra snacks.

Ya Fei became his mother’s single best friend, dropping by the house from time to time. Linger, Lin Fei, Snow Charm...

One after another, the girls appeared in his life in various roles.

They all showed a strong liking for him, all wanting to become the most important person in his life.

As for Yun Xiancheng, he maintained his usual indifference throughout this ”war.” He was gentle to everyone and good to everyone.

He didn’t favor anyone, nor did he neglect anyone. He was like a gentle sun, shining equally on everyone. Meanwhile, the girls each showed off their own skills in this ”war.”

Nalan Yanran, relying on her advantage as his seatmate, could spend time with Yun Xiancheng every day.

She was gentle, considerate, and understanding, always appearing when Yun Xiancheng needed her. Xiao Yan, relying on her status as a neighbor, could spend time alone with Yun Xiancheng every morning and evening.

Though she seemed cold on the surface, she was exceptionally caring toward Yun Xiancheng, occasionally making him something delicious to eat. Yun Yun, as a teacher, possessed natural authority.

She often called Yun Xiancheng to her office under the guise of ”caring for a student” to spend time alone with him. The other girls weren’t to be outdone, each playing to their own strengths.

Qing Lin used her obedience and cuteness, Yun Ziyi and Yun Yan used their liveliness and cheerfulness, Zi Yan used her innocence and romance, and Xiao Yi Xian used her gentleness and kindness. Everyone was working hard, everyone was striving.

And in this ”war,” Nalan Yanran gradually showed her advantage.

She was not only gentle and considerate but also clever and quick-witted. She could always perceive Yun Xiancheng’s needs and always say the right thing at the right time. She wasn’t overly enthusiastic, nor was she overly cold.

She maintained a perfect distance, making Yun Xiancheng feel comfortable without feeling pressured.

More importantly, she knew how to get along with the other girls. She didn’t exclude anyone, nor did she engage in malicious competition.

She always faced everyone with a smile, using her gentleness to dissolve all conflicts. Gradually, the other girls also began to acknowledge her.

In this life, some girls met him too late and naturally lost a step, only able to place their hopes on the next life. Time flew by.

In the blink of an eye, several years passed.

Yun Xiancheng went from junior high to high school, and from high school to university. The girls followed him, accompanying him all the way.

Some of them got into the same university as him, while others developed in other fields, but no matter where they were, they all kept in touch with Yun Xiancheng.

After graduating from university, Yun Xiancheng originally wanted to find an ordinary job and live a simple life. But the girls wouldn’t agree.

They joined forces to start businesses, striving in various fields.

Nalan Yanran showed amazing business talent and established an investment company. Xiao Yan made great strides in the financial field and became an outstanding investor. Yun Yun entered the education industry and founded a private school.

The other girls also showed their prowess, achieving impressive results in various fields such as technology, healthcare, entertainment, and catering. In just a few short years, they built a massive commercial empire.

As for Yun Xiancheng, he was ”kidnapped” by them to become the nominal helmsman of this empire. He had wanted to live an ordinary life, but was forced into the spotlight by the girls.

To this, he could only smile helplessly. In the year he turned twenty-five,

Yun Xiancheng and Nalan Yanran held their wedding. The wedding was grand, with countless guests.

Nalan Yanran wore a pure white wedding dress, holding Yun Xiancheng’s arm, her face brimming with a happy smile. The other girls stood below the stage, their eyes full of blessings but also carrying a hint of unwillingness.

They knew that in this life, Nalan Yanran had won. But they wouldn’t give up.

There was still the next life, and the life after that.

Through a hundred cycles of reincarnation, they would have plenty of opportunities.

499: A Couple for a Hundred Lives

”The Master said, ’Is it not pleasant to learn and to practice from time to time what one has learned?’”

The clear sound of reading echoed in his ears. Yun Xiancheng wore a green scholar’s robe, a jade pendant tied at his waist, and held a bamboo scroll in his hand. This was the second life.

A world where Confucianism was supreme.

Here, scholars could gain power through words; a single line of poetry could transform into a technique of attack, and an article could condense Noble Spirit to drive away evil and suppress demons. Yun Xiancheng quickly adapted to the rules of this world.

He spent the first half of his life studying hard, entering an academy as a student, reading the words of sages daily, and contemplating the true essence of the Confucian Way.

And by his side, there was always a figure silently accompanying him. Xiao Xun’er.

She wore a light green dress, her long hair held up by a wooden hairpin, her eyes carrying a hint of scholarly air.

She wasn’t as flamboyant as in the first life, but instead sat quietly beside Yun Xiancheng, grinding ink and spreading paper for him, occasionally looking up at him with eyes full of tenderness.

”Xiancheng, have you fully understood this sentence: ’As Heaven’s movement is ever vigorous, so must a gentleman ceaselessly strive for self-improvement’?” she asked softly, her voice like a spring breeze brushing over a lake.

Yun Xiancheng put down the bamboo scroll and looked at her. In those clear eyes, there was still the deep affection of the previous life. ”I’ve understood it.”

He reached out and gently held her hand.

Xiao Xun’er’s face turned slightly red, but she didn’t pull away; she just lowered her head, a shallow smile on her lips. The days passed like this.

One after another, the girls appeared in Yun Xiancheng’s life in various roles. There was also Xiao Yi Xian.

She wasn’t reincarnated in the Central Plains, but far away in the Miaojiang region thousands of miles away, practicing Gu Arts.

The place was filled with miasma and poisonous insects, a forbidden land that ordinary people dared not set foot in. But Xiao Yi Xian was like a fish in water, honing her poison arts to perfection.

When she finally reached Yun Xiancheng’s side, several years had already passed.

She wore a silver-ornamented long dress unique to Miaojiang, a string of Gu gourds hanging at her waist, her eyes carrying a hint of wildness and charm. When she saw the crowd of girls surrounding Yun Xiancheng, her expression instantly darkened.

Especially when she saw Xiao Xun’er. ”It’s you again.”

Xiao Yi Xian said coldly, a slight hint of hostility flashing in her eyes.

Xiao Xun’er looked up at her, a gentle smile still on her face, but that smile carried a hint of provocation. ”Little sister is late.”

She said softly, her tone gentle, but every word stung. Xiao Yi Xian grit her teeth.

The one who appeared latest was Han Xue.

She was the cold fairy of the Tianshan Sect. She had searched for Yun Xiancheng for over twenty years. Upon hearing his location, she traveled ten thousand miles, wanting to become his Dao companion.

However, when she arrived at the academy, what she saw was the scene of Yun Xiancheng surrounded by a group of girls.

Xun’er was gently straightening his collar. Yanran was smiling as she handed him a teacup.

Xiao Yan was boisterously draping an arm over his shoulder.

Qing Lin stood obediently to the side, her eyes full of admiration. Han Xue stood outside the door, her entire body freezing up.

Her face turned red at a speed visible to the naked eye. ”I... I’m late...” she murmured to herself, her voice carrying a hint of annoyance and shyness.

Yun Xiancheng saw her and waved with a smile. ”Not late, just in time.”

Han Xue smiled and finally walked inside.

In this life, the most intense competition came from Xun’er and Xiao Yi Xian.

Xiao Yi Xian always felt that Xiao Xun’er was a schemer who wanted to sweep all the sisters out of the house so that Yun Xiancheng would only love her. And in this life, Xiao Xun’er actually did just that.

Relying on being the first to arrive, Xiao Xun’er behaved gently and considerately in front of Yun Xiancheng, but repeatedly pushed and pulled with the other sisters. On the surface, she welcomed them with a smile, but secretly she set traps everywhere.

If Xiao Xun’er hadn’t known exactly what level wouldn’t cause resentment from Yun Xiancheng and the other girls, and hadn’t overdone it, their harem would have caught fire and turned into a battlefield in this life.

The harmony of the harem came from the absolute authority of the emperor.

Although Yun Xiancheng let them compete freely, everything had a limit. When Xiao Xun’er’s little tricks became more and more obvious, he just gave her a faint look.

That one look made Xiao Xun’er instantly restrain all her thoughts.

As for Nalan Yanran, the woman who had been the ”winner” in the first life, she began to actively create opportunities for the sisters from the second life onwards. She saw through Xiao Xun’er’s little schemes and Xiao Yi Xian’s dissatisfaction, so she spoke up for Xiao Yi Xian and paved the way for the other sisters in front of Yun Xiancheng without making it obvious.

This was being sensible.

The days passed slowly in this mix of joyful learning and competing for favor.