Published: March 8, 2025
Today, Li Jue was dressed in white, looking pure as snow, appearing both simple and gracefully ethereal.
Standing with his hands behind his back at the entrance of the small courtyard, he was even more strikingly tall.
With his sword-like brows and starry eyes, coupled with a warm smile, he truly was a handsome figure, making people naturally feel fond of him.
However, Mo Tianji obviously was not too impressed by Li Jue's outfit. After all, when it came to handsome men, Mo Tianji had seen plenty. Among the few brothers, which one wasn't a handsome man?
Not to mention there was even Xie Danqiong, who was so beautiful that the words 'peerless elegance' could easily describe him!
Although Li Jue was not bad-looking, he was still on a different level compared to Xie Danqiong, and even when compared to Gu Duxing, there was still a noticeable distance.
Let’s not even talk about Chu Yang, who prided himself on being the most handsome in the world.
In Mo Tianji's eyes, Li Jue was even less attractive than Tan Tan...
Thus, his first question was directly about Li Xiong Tu.
Li Jue was clearly prepared for this question: “Brother Mo, Xiong Tu has been sent out by the family for a little matter and will be back soon. I volunteered to welcome Brother Mo and the others to the hall."
Mo Tianji replied with a casual “Oh,” and said lightly, “Eldest Young Master Li is too polite. However, I wonder what pressing matters could interrupt our gathering?”
Li Jue chuckled, smoothly responding in a lowered voice, with a hint of mystery and eye-winking: “Well, no one else can help him; it's the family of Miss Huan Huan who has arrived, and Li Xiong Tu has gone to welcome them... Haha... Understand now?”
Mo Tianji did not find this joke amusing at all. A cold glimmer flashed in his eyes as he said, “So, Miss Huan Huan is also here?”
Li Jue smiled: “Not exactly. After all, they are about to get married, and Miss Huan Huan's health is not very good, so it's better for her to stay here and recuperate. When Xiong Tu returns, it'll be a surprise for her.”
He winked: “Brother Mo, girls love surprises, you know...”
Mo Tianji smiled slightly: “Indeed, you are quite thoughtful, haha...”
Li Xiong Tu said, “Brother Mo, please. My father and others have been looking forward to this. Now, let me see how Brother Mo can turn the tide and break through Diwu Qingrou!”
Mo Tianji took two steps forward and said, “Ao Xieyun, Miss Huan Huan is here alone, and I’m a bit worried. You stay here to keep her company.”
Li Jue's face changed slightly: “That... might not be appropriate? After all, there are distinctions between men and women...”
Ao Xieyun laughed heartily: “Li Shao must not know the bond between us brothers. Not to mention just keeping Miss Huan Huan company in the same courtyard, even if it were in the same room, my brothers would never have any doubts!”
Li Jue forced a laugh and said enviously: “I truly envy such brotherly bonds...”
Mo Tianji smiled slightly and said, “Let’s go.”
Li Jue felt a bit at a loss for words but maintained his gentle demeanor. With a casual smile, he said, “Eldest Brother Mo, please.”
Mo Tianji suddenly stopped and smiled, asking, “May I ask how old you are, Young Master Li?”
Li Jue's expression turned slightly gray: “I am thirty-six this year.”
Mo Tianji replied indifferently: “Oh, you’re thirty-six, and I’m only twenty-two. If we count by age, I should actually call you uncle. It's rather odd to hear you call me Eldest Brother now.”
Next to them, Rui Butong let out a loud laugh, almost struggling for breath.
A hint of anger flickered in Li Jue's eyes as he said, “But Brother Mo’s achievements make even those who are thousands of years old look up to him; there are no precedents for wisdom, only the great are recognized.”
Mo Tianji replied casually: “Yes.”
Rui Butong laughed heartily: “Young Master Li, since that's the case, how much do you think Mo Tianji surpasses you? At least by several years of skill, right?”