The Long Journey to Immortality

Mo Zhehan, however, believed in the "tacit understanding between men" and said confidently, "Trust me, there will be absolutely no problem. However, if I am to help you with this, I must first pretend to be your boyfriend."

"Why?" Just as she had a thought of giving in, Han Lu became nervous again.

“Otherwise, why would your brother believe me? If I were his brother-in-law, I would naturally have more authority to speak,” Mo Zhehan said with a lot of reasoning. “Otherwise, why would he listen to the advice of an outsider like me?”

Han Lu hesitated slightly, then asked in return, "What if you still fail even then?"

“Then I’ll just be your best friend for life.” Mo Zhehan bet all his stakes in one go.

Lowering her eyes and pondering for a moment, Han Lu finally gave Mo Zhehan an answer for her brother's sake, "Okay, we'll do it your way."

Mo Zhehan, his body stiffening dramatically, puffed out his chest and, now temporarily known as "Han Lu's boyfriend," declared loudly, "I guarantee I'll complete the mission."

[Author's Note] Speaking of the word "all-in," I suddenly wanted to recommend a Texas Hold'em novel I read before that I really enjoyed: *The Texas Hold'em Queen*. If you're interested in Texas Hold'em, you'll find it very good.

Chapter 947 Brother-in-law?

"What do you plan to do? What exactly do you want to say?" Han Lu asked Mo Zhehan for advice on how to handle this kind of problem.

Mo Zhehan said mysteriously, "These words won't come true if you say them out loud. Just wait and see."

Han Lu rolled her eyes at Mo Zhehan and said, "Don't pretend. Don't forget your promise."

Mo Zhehan patted his muscular chest and said, "I won't forget. I said I'd complete the mission."

Seeing Mo Zhehan's confidence, Han Lu's nervousness dissipated considerably.

After all, she knew Mo Zhehan's character very well; he was also the kind of person who wouldn't fight a battle he wasn't sure he could win.

Such a large bet must have been made with prior preparation.

If you entrust him with such a task, there's a 99% chance he won't make a mistake.

With this in mind, Han Lu stopped asking questions, lest it be true, as Mo Zhehan had said, that "saying it won't work."

As the older sister, she chose to remain on the sidelines and wait for her turn to appear.

Feng Xi spent a lot of time talking, spouting many profound principles and giving a long lecture.

She also noticed that Feng Hong and his "lover" had completely ignored her earnest advice.

However, she didn't have any other choice at the moment; she couldn't very well spank Feng Hong.

Fortunately, she was related to Feng Hong by marriage, and she had the clever idea of ​​telling her parents.

“Feng Hong, since you won’t listen to what I’m saying, I’ll find someone who can teach you a lesson…” Feng Xi said, “I’ve decided to tell your parents about this so they can discipline you properly.”

Upon hearing this, Feng Hong panicked and quickly put on a pitiful look, pleading, "Auntie, please don't! I know I was wrong, please don't tell Mom and Dad."

"Oh..." Feng Xi drawled out the sound, then asked, "Do you really know you were wrong?"

"I know I was wrong." Feng Hong's acting skills are seven-tenths as good as Han Lu's.

Feng Xi then looked at the female phoenix chick beside Feng Hong and asked, "Feng Luan, do you know you're wrong?"

The female phoenix reacted a beat too late, only saying after being reminded by Feng Hong, "We were wrong."

Having lived for over five thousand years, Feng Xi naturally saw through Feng Hongyan's insincerity at a glance.

Just as he was about to continue his sermon, Han Lu saw that the opportunity was right and took the initiative to step forward and make her appearance.

Upon seeing Han Lu, Feng Xi's anger subsided by seventy percent, and the words she was about to say changed.

"Okay, then I won't tell your parents. I'll have your sister teach you these principles."

Upon hearing Feng Xi mention her sister, Feng Hong was a beat slow to react, only saying, "My sister isn't in the Three Phoenix Forest right now; she's cultivating within the Zhengyi Sect in the Central Plains. The Zhengyi Sect is the second largest sect in the Central Plains, and my sister is the most talented among them..."

He was halfway through his sentence when he heard footsteps behind him. He then realized what was happening and quickly turned around.

Upon seeing Han Lu, he excitedly called out "Sister, Sister!" and immediately threw himself into Han Lu's arms.

Although Feng Hong was still a fledgling phoenix, she had grown much larger over the past few decades. In terms of physique, she was now about the same size as Han Lu in her human form. It was fortunate that Han Lu was a Golden Core cultivator who had fused with the bloodline of the fierce phoenix; otherwise, she wouldn't have been able to hold Feng Hong steadily in her arms.

After snuggling in Han Lu's arms for a while, Feng Hong's eyes lit up, and she said excitedly, "Sister, why are you back?"

"This isn't..." Han Lu seized the opportunity to elaborate, "I heard someone tell me that you were being naughty in Sanfeng Forest, not cultivating properly, and forgetting your promise to your sister, so they rushed back to teach you a lesson."

As she spoke, Han Lu gently pinched Feng Hong.

Upon hearing this, Feng Hong looked dejected and said, "Sister, I haven't forgotten, it's just..."

"Alright, we'll talk about your matter later," Han Lu turned to Feng Xi and said, "Aunt Xi, I'll take Feng Hong back with me. I'll handle this matter."

"I'll trouble you again. Please don't mention this to my parents yet. If I can't resolve it, I'll bring it up myself."

Feng Xi had complete confidence in Han Lu.

Although Han Lu does not live in the Three Phoenix Forest for most of the year and has no intention of taking over the Illusion Phoenix Clan, Feng You has done a lot of work to promote Han Lu in the Three Phoenix Forest and build her reputation.

Almost all the phoenixes living in the Three Phoenix Forest know that although Han Lu is Feng You's "illegitimate daughter," she is exceptionally outstanding.

Now that there is such a suitable mentor to help set things right, Feng Xi has no intention of refusing.

"Then Han Lu, thank you for your help."

Han Lu mimicked Mo Zhehan's earlier stance and said, "Leave it to me."

Then, Han Lu looked at the young phoenix beside her and said, "Feng Luan, come here too."

Feng Hong often boasted to his lover Feng Luan about his wonderful older sister.

Naturally, Feng Luan had no intention of disobeying Han Lu's summons and obediently followed behind her.

The group of two people and two phoenixes left the nursery and temporarily returned to Han Lu's treehouse in the Three Phoenix Forest.

Upon entering Han Lu's residence, Feng Hong noticed a stranger beside her.

"Who are you?" Feng Hong asked curiously.

But soon, before Mo Zhehan could introduce himself, he used his imagination and asked and answered himself, "You're not my brother-in-law, are you?"

Mo Zhehan avoided the trouble of shamelessly claiming to be Han Lu's "boyfriend," and after responding, introduced himself, "My name is Mo Zhehan."

"Brother-in-law, what brings you here? Could it be that you and my sister are getting married and you've come to Sanfeng Forest to meet the parents?" Although still a minor, Feng Hong was quite knowledgeable about these matters because he had already fallen in love.

A barrage of questions left Mo Zhehan somewhat embarrassed. This self-taught dating expert was still not as thick-skinned as those naturally gifted individuals, and he needed to work on this aspect more.

Fortunately, Han Lu came to their rescue.

Han Lu said, "Feng Hong, don't change the subject. Let's continue talking about you and Feng Luan."

Immediately afterwards, Han Lu gave Mo Zhehan a look, and Mo Zhehan quickly said, "Feng Hong, come with your brother-in-law to the next room, your brother-in-law will tell you about this."

Feng Hong was still willing to listen to a few words from her new brother-in-law.

Driven by curiosity about her brother-in-law, Feng Hong followed Mo Zhehan to the next room.

Han Lu respected Mo Zhehan's opinion and did not try to eavesdrop in any way. Instead, she had a heart-to-heart talk with Feng Luan, who stayed by her side.

"Phoenix, do you recognize me?"

Feng Luan nodded.

"You like Feng Hong?"

Feng Luan nodded rapidly at least seven or eight times before stopping.

What do you like about Feng Hong?

Feng Luan paused for a moment, then nodded, then shook her head.

"Where are your parents? Have they told you about the dangers of early romantic relationships?"

Feng Luan nodded.

"So you know you should still be dating Feng Hong now?"

Fengluan nodded again.

"Your sister wants you to separate from Feng Hong, are you willing?"

Feng Luan shook her head.

Their conversation was like a half-pantomime, but Feng Luan was able to express her thoughts clearly through such simple body language.

After asking around for a long time, Han Lu made no progress and could only sigh that she was indeed not good at this kind of work, and hoped to get good news from Mo Zhehan.

Chapter 948 My Brother-in-Law's Admonition

Despite her regrets, Han Lu did not give up.

"Feng Luan, how did you meet Feng Hong?" Han Lu deliberately asked a somewhat silly question, hoping that this question, which could not be answered with a nod or a shake of the head, would make Feng Luan speak.

Feng Luan answered eagerly, "Feng Hong is my classmate. We met at the childcare center."

Fengluan's voice is sweet, probably the same as Zi'e's, but it's more pleasant to listen to than Zi'e's voice, so sweet that it gives you goosebumps.

"Then how did you come to like him?"

This is another question that cannot be answered simply by nodding or shaking your head.

After a moment's thought, Feng Luan replied simply, "Feng Hong is a very nice person, and he's also good-looking."

Young people's love is that simple.

Upon hearing this, Han Lu couldn't tell whether Feng Luan's feelings for Feng Hong were just a momentary lapse of judgment or if she had truly fallen for him.

However, Han Lu held this kind of feeling in high regard.

"Even if this isn't true love, it's true love in Fengluan's eyes right now."

In terms of daring to express her feelings and clearly recognizing what she thinks and loves, Feng Luan is far superior to Han Lu.

"So do you think Feng Hong likes you?" Han Lu asked another silly question.

This question can be answered with a nod or a shake of the head, but once the phoenix starts talking, it can't answer with words.

Feng Luan said, "Feng Luan likes Feng Hong, and Feng Hong likes me too. Last month when I was bullied, it was Feng Hong who protected me and even fought with the other person."

Fighting among young phoenixes is not uncommon, and Han Lu did not regard this as a misdeed of Feng Hong.

“Yesterday, Fenghong took me to pick flowers and made me a colorful flower wreath that I can wear around my neck. It’s so beautiful.”

"Today, Feng Hong even kissed me. Although it stung, I was very happy."