Heavenstar Villa backs onto a green mountain and spans dozens of mu. Every pavilion and tower is built exceptionally lavish and unique.
"Young Master Song, let me show you around the villa."
As soon as they entered the villa, Fiona Chen took the initiative to hug Noel Song's arm. Instantly, a sweet fragrance filled his nose, and because Fiona was holding on tightly, he could feel a soft warmth pressing against his arm.
Having traveled through several worlds and met all kinds of beauties, Fiona Chen was certainly attractive, but compared to Lila Li and Diana Toba, she was still a notch below. So, for this little bit of temptation, Ian remained completely calm.
Ada Chen watched this scene from the side, secretly curling her lip in disdain. Wherever there are people, there’s rivalry. Though both are direct-line Chen disciples, they’ve always competed with each other.
She and Fiona are considered the most beautiful among the Chen family's female disciples, so people often compare them. Over time, the two developed a competitive streak and try to outdo each other in every way.
Now, both of them have reached late Nascent Soul Realm, and each wants to be the first to break through to Out-of-Body Realm.
That way, she could completely outshine the other.
The patriarch valued this young man so much that Ada Chen was surprised and puzzled. Still, she didn’t rush to approach him. But seeing Fiona jump in first made her feel a bit uncomfortable, for some reason.
"Young Master Song, look, that’s the Observation Terrace. The array masters set up a star-gazing formation there. At night, the stars look especially bright, and the starlight is unusually dense."
"Young Master Song, look, that's the Spirit-Medicine Garden. All the herbs planted here are top-grade and aged."
Fiona Chen was lively the whole way, constantly introducing Noel Song to various buildings and features of the villa. Meanwhile, her hands never let go of his arm—in fact, her grip only got tighter.
Ada Chen watched from behind, secretly cursing her as shameless.
Along the way, Noel saw plenty of beautiful buildings and scenery, plus a certain 'jade rabbit' constantly rubbing his arm—though the girl herself acted like she didn't notice at all.
Suddenly, Fiona's voice rose with excitement as she pointed to a mist-shrouded pool. "Young Master Song, this is a hot spring! It's infused with a special spiritual qi. If you soak in it twice a month, your skin becomes especially fair, tender, and unbelievably comfortable." Fiona looked a bit regretful. "It's a shame—even direct-line disciples like us can't come to Heavenstar Villa often. Only those who earn major merit get to stay here for a day or two once in a while."
Hearing this, Noel instantly understood—she was hinting at him.
Since he'd already taken advantage all the way here, Noel smiled and said, "If Miss Chen doesn't mind, you can pick a room here and stay too."
"Isn't that a bit much?" Fiona said, a trace of shyness flashing across her face.
"It's fine. I'll be living here for the next month, so I can make this call," Noel replied.
Fiona couldn't help but beam. "Since Young Master Song says so, I won't be shy. Tonight I’m definitely coming here for a good soak!"
Ada Chen, who’d been silently trailing behind, grew more and more annoyed. She thought to herself, Fiona Chen is way too shameless—this is just blatant flirting. Is it really worth it for a guy whose background is a total mystery?
"Miss Ada, why don't you stay too? You could keep Miss Fiona company," Noel suddenly turned and smiled at Ada Chen.
Ada was secretly delighted at being invited, but said, "No need, I've been working on a new cultivation method lately and plan to go into seclusion."
"In that case, I won’t insist," Noel replied politely.
Hearing this, Ada was a little stunned and felt stifled inside. She’d refused, but not because she didn’t want to stay—she’d hoped for a second invitation to keep up her reserved image, unlike a certain someone who just throws herself at him.
Fiona, as her rival, instantly saw what was going on. She nearly laughed herself sick and shot Ada a smug look, thinking, Ada, Ada, that’s what you get for playing hard to get—now you’re regretting it, aren’t you?
Anyone personally hosted and given a banquet by the patriarch couldn’t be ordinary. Then seeing Calvin Chen assigned as his guard and high-quality pills gifted, Fiona was even more convinced Noel Song was special. She couldn’t see through his cultivation, which meant he was at least Out-of-Body Realm.
She wasn’t the shy type—she’d never picked a dual-cultivation partner from the clan’s disciples because none measured up. But now, seeing how outstanding Noel Song was, she acted without hesitation. She’d worried about Ada before, but Ada totally missed the boat, letting her get ahead. No wonder she was so pleased.
She even started considering whether to climb into Young Master Song's bed tonight and shut Ada out for good.
"Miss Fiona, take me to my room first. I'm a bit tired," Noel said.
"Of course, Young Master Song. Please follow me."
There were plenty of rooms in the villa, but Fiona led Noel to the most luxurious pavilion, where the servants were already waiting.
Normally, only the patriarch or elders could stay in this pavilion. Even direct-line disciples had to use the regular houses when they came to the villa.
Just as Fiona expected, the servants didn't stop Noel from moving in—they'd clearly been told in advance.
The pavilion had three floors. Noel chose to stay on the second floor.
All the bedding and linens were brand new.
"Young Master Song, I'll go pick a room in another building!" Fiona said, looking at Noel expectantly.
"Aren't there still rooms upstairs and downstairs? Why not pick one here?" Noel smiled.
Fiona blinked and said, "Young Master Song is a distinguished guest, so of course you can live here. I don't have that kind of status!"
"That’s not a problem. I’m in charge of the whole villa now. If you like, you can pick any room you want." Noel replied.
"Thank you, Young Master Song."
Fiona happily thanked Noel, then hurried off to pick a room.
Ada, standing off to the side, just got more and more frustrated.
Once inside his room, Noel sat cross-legged on the bed, took out the pills Calvin Chen had given him, and pretended to heal his wounds. In reality, with his Life Holy Light ability, he could recover instantly—but since he was acting, he had to go all in.
Ada left Heavenstar Villa feeling down, and had barely stepped outside when she spotted a familiar figure in the distance.
She hurried over and bowed: "Disciple greets Master."
The person frowned. "Yaya, why are you out here?"
Ada stammered, "I..."
"Honestly!"
The master gave Ada a stern look. "You’re really clueless. That Song Yu kid is extraordinary—he’s reached early Nascent Divinity Realm. Even if he casually gives you something, it’ll be endlessly useful. Yet you just threw away this chance!"
"Ah!"
Hearing that Noel Song was actually early Nascent Divinity, Ada was stunned. Regret flooded her heart as she thought, That little vixen Fiona just lucked out big time.