Xiao Mu found Night Glass utterly infuriating. He activated Shadowless Trace instantly, seizing her arm before she could resist.

"Master, I'm sorry! Please spare me!" Night Glass pleaded right away.

"Spare you? Not a chance," Xiao Mu said, determined to teach her a lesson. He reached into her armpit and started tickling.

"Hahaha... stop... haha... Master, please stop! I'm really sorry... haha... I won't do it again!" Night Glass squirmed wildly, but Xiao Mu held her tight. She couldn't escape, laughing until tears streamed down her face.

But Xiao Mu had clearly underestimated Night Glass's strength. This girl had always been restless, her power far exceeding that of an ordinary girl.

Besides, though Xiao Mu possessed Basic Sanda and Shadowless Trace, his physical fitness hadn't improved one bit.

In a moment of carelessness, he lost his grip. Night Glass flipped him onto the ground.

She tumbled on top of him.

Then... something miraculous happened. Xiao Mu's lips pressed against Night Glass's!

Time seemed to freeze.

The cool, soft sensation made Xiao Mu's heart flutter.

Was this his first kiss? It felt amazing. He wished it could last forever.

Night Glass stared wide-eyed, still dazed from the shock.

How did this happen...

Her body went rigid, utterly forgetting how to react.

Nearby, Chuxingyue stood with her lips parted slightly, her eyes shimmering with conflicting emotions.

Xiao Mu... and Night Glass kissed?

This can't be real.

It must be a mistake.

Even if... even if they did kiss, it didn't matter. It wasn't her concern... really, it didn't.

But her heart ached... ached terribly...

Chuxingyue suddenly bolted for the door. She couldn't bear to stay another second. If they wanted to kiss... let them!

Unnoticed by her, a tear glistened at the corner of her eye.

Xiao Mu finally realized the trouble. He tore himself away from the lingering sensation and quickly pulled back.

"Sorry... I didn't mean to," he said to Night Glass, whose face was flushed crimson.

But she just lowered her head, silent.

He'd stolen her first kiss. She must be feeling awful inside.

Xiao Mu had no time for that. He rushed after Chuxingyue.

*Ding! Night Glass's affection for the host has increased by 2 points. Keep it up, host!*

Huh? Why? Could she not be repulsed?

Xiao Mu was taken aback, but this wasn't the time to ponder it.

Chuxingyue didn't head back to her room; she ran outside. It was late at night, and Xiao Mu couldn't let her wander off alone.

As she dashed out of the building, she spotted him chasing her. She quickened her pace.

She sprinted down a shaded path with all her strength.

But in her haste, she tripped and tumbled to the ground.

Xiao Mu seized the chance to approach her. Softly, he said, "Sister Chuxingyue, that was just an accident."

As he spoke, he moved to help her up.

"Get away from me!" Chuxingyue shoved him off, trying to stand. But her ankle gave way, the pain making it impossible to rise.

"Sister Chuxingyue, don't push yourself," Xiao Mu insisted, reaching out again.

"I don't need your help!" Her face was fierce, but her eyes were brimming with tears. She burst into sobs.

She'd never felt this way about a guy before. Why... why did Xiao Mu have to kiss Night Glass!

Even if it was an accident, it's unforgivable!

Xiao Mu sighed softly and pulled Chuxingyue into a gentle embrace.