Douluo: I have too many clones

Chapter 753 Big Crisis

Xu Xiaoyan carefully considered her words, and finally, with a hint of cautious probing, she asked softly, "Fors, if Fusheng cheats on you, what will you do?"
The moment the words were spoken, the air seemed to freeze.

Fors, who was fiddling with the crystal ornaments, suddenly stopped. She slowly turned her head, her phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, a sharp glint flashing in them. Her tone seemed casual, but it concealed a sharp edge: "He cheated on me?"

"Huh?" Xu Xiaoyan hurriedly waved her hand and said, "Fors, I was just saying if, it was just an example."

Fors rose, her silk robe trailing on the floor. She walked slowly to Xu Xiaoyan, her fingertips tracing the other's taut shoulder line, and said with a half-smile:
"What if? There are no ifs. Xiaoyan, it's suspicious that you suddenly brought up this hypothetical situation in front of me. If he hadn't cheated on you, why would you suddenly ask this question?"

Xu Xiaoyan felt a sense of foreboding, and fine beads of cold sweat instantly appeared on her forehead.

She never expected that Fors, who usually seemed lazy and carefree, would be so perceptive. She had barely brought up the topic when Fors saw through her true intentions.

She forced a couple of dry laughs, trying to maintain her composure: "Haha, you're really overthinking it. I just suddenly thought of this question and got curious, so I wanted to ask for your opinion."

Fors seemed oblivious, lost in his own thoughts.

She lightly touched her lips with her finger, her brows slightly raised, her demeanor both elegant and tinged with a hint of danger: "He only has a few women around him. Let me think, who could it be? Could it be Qingque?"

"I'm completely on the edge of my seat!" Alarm bells rang in Xu Xiaoyan's mind, and her heart pounded. She forced herself to remain calm, laughed, but her voice was a few decibels louder than usual: "What are you talking about? How could Qingque possibly be messing around with Fusheng?"

Fors scoffed, "Why not? Look at Qingque's pathetic state. If Fusheng tempted her with free room and board, she might just pack herself up and come to his door."

"How much do you look down on Qingque?" Xu Xiaoyan replied helplessly, but was secretly alarmed—because she had thought the same way about Qingque back then. She hadn't expected that Fors's thoughts were exactly the same as hers.

"Or did he make a move against Nanali?" Fors's voice was calm and unhurried, yet it struck Xu Xiaoyan's heart like a heavy hammer.

"!!!"

Upon hearing this name, Xu Xiaoyan's back was instantly soaked with cold sweat. Because when Nan Fusheng confessed to her, he had mentioned three women he had affairs with: Gu Yuena, Nanali, and Bai Xiuxiu.

Unexpectedly, Fors guessed one of them correctly with a casual guess.

(PS: Please see chapter 651 for details.)
Just as Xu Xiaoyan was still in shock, Fors spoke up again lightly: "If it's the two of them, then it's not unacceptable to me."

"Huh?" Xu Xiaoyan looked up abruptly, her eyes filled with disbelief. "You don't mind Fusheng cheating on you?"

"Of course I mind."

Fors rolled her eyes at her, a hint of reproach in her gaze. "However, I was the one who sent Qingque to the governor's mansion. To me, she's like a pet. I also brought Nanali back with me; she's like my maid."

Her tone was calm, as if she were talking about something perfectly ordinary. "If those two really did have something happen between them and Fusheng, then I can accept it. After all, they're just two maids who share a room with me; they pose no threat to me whatsoever."

Xu Xiaoyan swallowed hard, suppressing the turmoil in her heart, and continued to probe: "What if Fusheng and the others do something reckless?"

Upon hearing this, Fors's beautiful eyes narrowed slightly, a charming yet dangerous smile curving her lips, her voice as soft as a lover's whisper: "Then I will castrate him!"

! ! ! !
Just those six words instantly sent chills down Xu Xiaoyan's spine, and the terrifying image flashed through her mind. She cried out inwardly, "You castrated him! What am I going to do now?!"

She quickly laughed it off and said, "Fors, you're joking. How could you possibly bring yourself to harm Fusheng?"

Fors covered her mouth and chuckled, her eyes sparkling: "Yes, it was just a little joke. So, were you really startled?"

Xu Xiaoyan felt more than just startled; she felt like she was about to die of fright.

Looking at Fors's smiling face, she couldn't tell for a moment whether the other person was really joking or serious.

This ambiguous answer left her heart pounding in her chest, filled with anxiety. If it was the former, all would be well; if it was the latter, she was doomed!
Before Xu Xiaoyan could recover, Fors spoke up again: "By the way, Xiaoyan, let's continue our conversation. If Fusheng cheats on her, what should we do about it?"

“Oh dear, Fors, I just said it was just a hypothetical.”

Xu Xiaoyan's alarm bells went off, and she dared not continue this dangerous topic. She quickly changed the subject, "Instead of this, why don't you tell me more about what happened at the Spirit Pagoda headquarters? We can find some time later to go to Mingdu together."

Fors didn't delve into the matter further and continued the conversation: "Well, things at headquarters are pretty much the same, but here in Mingdu, there are quite a few interesting things, for example..."

Seeing that Fors seemed to have been fooled, Xu Xiaoyan secretly breathed a sigh of relief, and her tense body gradually relaxed. However, she knew in her heart that this crisis was only temporarily covered up.

It seems she won't get any information today. After all, although Fors may seem a bit lazy, she's not stupid. If she dares to keep asking, the other party will most likely become suspicious again.

"What kind of mess is this?!"

Xu Xiaoyan felt like crying but had no tears left. Being the legal wife was really too difficult for her.

……

On the other side, Nan Fusheng had just returned to the Chuanling Tower branch from the Mingdu Central Guard Bureau.

Back then, he wrote a letter of recommendation for Wu Siduo and Zheng Yiran, asking the two women to gain experience at the Central Security Bureau. It's been almost two years now.

With their talents, Wu Siduo and her companion had already made a name for themselves in the Central Security Bureau.

Currently, both women have reached the Soul Master level.

The director of the Central Security Bureau favored them greatly, even personally writing a letter of recommendation, strongly recommending that the two go to the Temple of War, believing that it was the best place for them to fully display their talents and realize their ambitions.

However, Wu Siduo always kept her promise to Nan Fusheng in mind and resolutely rejected this precious opportunity.

Zheng Yiran, a girl who was like a sister to Wu Siduo, also followed in her friend's footsteps without hesitation and chose to stay in the Central Security Bureau.

Nan Fusheng just went to the Central Security Bureau to apply for a bodyguard.

The Federal Central Security Bureau's job is to protect important officials of the federal government. To enter, one needs at least a five-ring Soul King cultivation level and be at least a Purple-level mecha pilot; of course, a Battle Armor Master is also acceptable.

As the governor of Tianhai City and the vice chairman of the Federal Council, Nan Fusheng was undoubtedly an important official of the Federation; however, he had never applied for bodyguards.

Just now, he went to apply for bodyguards, specifically requesting that Wu Siduo and Zheng Yiran serve as his protectors. Although this request was somewhat unconventional, given his prominent status, the Central Security Bureau did not directly refuse, but stated that they needed to consult the two women's wishes first.

If they agree, they can quickly take up their posts after completing the normal procedures.

The thought of soon working alongside his capable assistant filled Nan Fusheng with a surge of joy, and a smile unconsciously crept onto his face. After all, he had acted through proper channels this time, without any violations, so he was naturally full of confidence.

"Hmph~~"

With a light and cheerful mood, Nan Fusheng arrived at the Spirit Pagoda. Stepping into the crystal-clear elevator, he reached out and pressed the button for the ninety-fifth floor, then gently pressed the close button.

"Ding--"

A crisp beep sounded, and just as the elevator doors were about to close, a slender, fair hand slipped in like a startled swan. The elevator's sensor system reacted swiftly, and the doors slowly reopened.

A woman with cascading silver hair and deep purple eyes gracefully stepped into the elevator. She wore a simple yet elegant moon-white dress, exuding a unique charm with every gesture.

She reached out and pressed the button for the 96th floor, then stood quietly to one side of the elevator, her posture upright, like a plum blossom standing alone in the cold.

"Click—" The elevator doors closed.

"..."

The elevator slowly ascended, and the air in the enclosed space seemed to freeze.

Nan Fusheng twitched his nose slightly, and a light and refreshing fragrance lingered in his nostrils. It was a subtle and delightful scent.

The two stood silently, neither daring to break the silence. The silence stretched across the small space, making each second feel exceptionally long.

In the end, Nan Fusheng spoke first, nodding slightly and giving a polite smile: "Miss Gu Yuena, it's been a long time."

"Hmm." Gu Yuena's expression was indifferent, her cool gaze sweeping over Nan Fusheng, her tone calm as still water, "Councilor Fusheng's sudden visit to the Spirit Pagoda, is it to see your wife?"

"Hmm." Nan Fusheng scratched his cheek and said, "To be honest, I'll be staying at the Spirit Pagoda branch here for the next while. I hope Miss Gu Yuena will take good care of me."

"Hmm." Gu Yuena nodded gently, her voice still cold and distant, devoid of any warmth.

After the brief conversation, the two fell silent again.

On the surface, the conversation seemed perfectly normal, with a sense of distance and politeness permeating the words. However, only the two of them knew the deeper meaning behind it.

The elevators in the Spirit Pagoda are equipped with surveillance cameras, and every word and action can become the focus of others' discussions.

Previously, Gu Yuena had solemnly told Nan Fusheng that they could speak freely in private, but in public, they must maintain an appropriate distance. She did this both to avoid suspicion and out of her own considerations.

Nan Fusheng is already married, and Gu Yuena, due to various complicated personal reasons, is temporarily unwilling to make their special relationship public.

"Ding--"

The silence was broken by the notification sound of the 95th floor. The metal door slid open slowly. Nan Fusheng had just taken half a step when a sudden purple light flashed behind him like a venomous snake spitting its tongue, sweeping past the corner of his eye.

"Click——"

In an instant, the monitoring equipment inside the elevator emitted a faint electrical noise, and the image on the screen distorted violently for a moment, as if interfered with by an invisible force.

When the surveillance footage returned to normal, the camera only captured Nan Fusheng stepping out of the elevator car with a normal expression. Then, the elevator doors slowly closed, and the car continued to ascend to the ninety-sixth floor.

Gu Yuena walked gracefully out of the elevator, her figure disappearing at the end of the corridor. Everything seemed flawless, like an ordinary scene that repeats itself every day.

However, behind that tightly closed door, a hidden storm is brewing.

"boom!"

With a muffled thud, Nan Fusheng's back slammed heavily against the bed, the carved bedposts trembling slightly from the impact.

"Ouch~ Gu Yue, can you be gentle?" Nan Fusheng rubbed his numb shoulder blades, his suit and tie hanging crookedly around his neck, revealing a rare hint of dishevelment.

Gu Yuena's beautiful violet eyes narrowed dangerously, like a beast poised to pounce, her body surrounded by a chilling aura: "What, do you have a problem with me?"

"No, no." Nan Fusheng quickly waved his hand, his face full of a fawning smile.

In fact, just as the elevator doors were about to open, Gu Yuena swiftly reached out and pulled Nan Fusheng back into the elevator car. Immediately afterwards, she used her powerful mental abilities to subtly interfere with and alter the elevator's surveillance footage.

With this extraordinary ability, she brazenly "brought" Nan Fusheng to her room, the whole process was seamless and left no trace.

Gu Yuena crossed her arms in front of her chest, her long silver hair cascading down to her waist like a waterfall, gleaming with a cold luster under the soft light.

She looked down at Nan Fusheng, her eyes filled with scrutiny and questioning: "Tell me, how long have you been here?"

Nan Fusheng answered truthfully, "I only arrived yesterday."

“Yesterday,” Gu Yuena repeated the word, a dangerous glint flashing in her eyes, like a volcano about to erupt.

"Then why didn't you tell me? If I hadn't run into you in the elevator today, were you going to keep hiding it from me forever?" Her voice gradually rose, and her long-suppressed dissatisfaction and anger poured out.

"I'm innocent!" Nan Fusheng cried out loudly, "I was just afraid of disturbing you. After all, as the main character of this martial arts contest for marriage, I thought you must be very busy, so I didn't have the heart to bother you."

"Hmph." Hearing Nan Fusheng mention the martial arts contest for marriage, Gu Yuena's displeasure intensified, and the proposal that Fors had made at the Spirit Tower Council resurfaced in her mind once again.

The Starry Sky Forest Domestication Project—what a despicable woman!

If the wife is not properly taught, it is the husband's fault!
Today, she is determined to get justice from Nan Fusheng.

(End of this chapter)