She was tall and slim, her long legs comparable to the slender limbs often depicted in comics, and wearing a pair of black leather battle boots that accentuated her height even further.
She wore tight black pants that hugged her round, straight legs and shapely rear, sculpting them to flawless perfection.
Her upper body was clothed in an equally tight white long-sleeved shirt, with a slender waist and voluptuous chest, the garment accentuating her perfect S-curve figure as well as her distinctive, proud features.
Above her perfect figure, her facial features did not disappoint.
Fair skin, artistically carved by nature, the smooth and delicate forehead, high-bridged nose, ruby-red lips, and a pair of bright eyes like the clear moon in a night sky.
The epitome of a traditional beauty, with a charm as gentle as a watery spring, and softness stretching across miles.
Yet her eyes, which should have emitted the gentle color of moonlight, somehow exuded a coldness as solitary as the moon itself.
It was this look that turned her soft and gentle face into something bold and vigorous; what was demure became radiant.
Paired with her high ponytail, she exuded a heroic spirit of a woman not inferior to men, pressing towards Xiao Zhan.
And the woman behind her, though also possessing an outstanding demeanor, paled in comparison—it was like comparing the bright moon to tiny fireflies.
Best left unmentioned.
"Liu Xin, I heard you were back, are you alright?" As soon as the woman entered, she headed straight for Liu Xin.
Her voice was crisp, and though slightly anxious, it did not betray any sign of panic or weakness.
Urgent yet steady, that’s exactly what she was like.
"Guild Leader, I’m fine," replied Liu Xin.
So, this woman was the Guild Leader of the Mulan Guild.
Xiao Zhan’s eyes lit up; he was familiar with the Guild Leader of the Mulan Guild.
An SSS-rank Support Type Artifact Spirit, but the specifics of which type of Artifact Spirit she was remained unknown.
The Federation was very secretive about each SSS-rank Artifact Spirit’s information, and unless one had regular contact with them, it would be difficult to investigate through other means.
However, the Guild Leader really lived up to her name, Mulan Mulan—ignifying a martial spirit.
It was just unfortunate that such temperament should be associated with a Battle Type Artifact Spirit; seeing it in a Support Type Artifact Spirit like her seemed somewhat incongruous.
Or perhaps, it was the unfairness of the heavens.
Su Mulan seemed to have a close relationship with Liu Xin. Even though Liu Xin said she was fine, Su Mulan still went forward to check on her with concern.
Only after confirming that Liu Xin had not lost any parts did she completely relax.
It was only then that she took notice of Xiao Zhan and Ye Youlong.
She first noticed Xiao Zhan’s handsome face since a beautiful woman’s gaze is always discerning, quickly finding the brightest spot in any environment.
Xiao Zhan, being a man, was already a standout among the group of women, and his even more prominent good looks made him shine like a twinkling star.
He caught Su Mulan’s eye instantly.
But in the next second, her attention was drawn to the tattoo on Xiao Zhan’s forehead.
He had actually signed a Life and Death Contract.
She then turned her gaze towards Ye Youlong beside her, first noticing the mark on her forehead, and after seeing it was the same as the one on Xiao Zhan’s forehead, she revealed an expression of realization.
Then she looked at Ye Youlong’s appearance.
Upon this look, her originally calm expression was met with quite the shock.
For she had yet to see a woman with such stunning beauty and outstanding charisma, and from Ye Youlong, she saw a beauty that was breathtaking to the extreme.
At the same time, she also felt a strong aura from Ye Youlong that made her yearn for such power!
Without a doubt, based just on presence alone, this woman in a black dress was definitely a formidable offensive Artifact Spirit.
Suddenly, a flash of realization struck her mind, and as she looked at this face, she couldn’t shake off a sense of familiarity.
Her gaze then focused intently on the mark on Ye Youlong’s forehead, her furrowed brows deep in thought, then her eyes lit up as she confirmed something.
Her face instantly blossomed with surprise, "You are Ye Youlong, aren’t you?"
Ye Youlong didn’t like socializing, especially with women, so she wasn’t receptive to the enthusiatic approach.
However, Su Mulan didn’t mind at all, judging by her expression, she was almost certain that this was Ye Youlong.
Extending her fair hand, she said, "Hello, it’s a pleasure to meet you, I am the President of Mulan Guild, Su Mulan. I’ve long heard of your great name; you are even more beautiful than in the photos."
Ye Youlong extended her hand and responded indifferently, "Hello."
When outside, she maintained the necessary courtesies, but that was as far as it would go; any more small talk wouldn’t be characteristic of Ye Youlong.
Su Mulan also didn’t mind Ye Youlong’s aloof attitude, believing that such a powerful person should indeed be this reserved.
She held Ye Youlong’s hand with a bit of strength, not intentionally firm, but rather due to nervous excitement.
Her eyes were passionate, looking at Ye Youlong with a feel of adoration for an idol.
Ye Youlong silently withdrew her hand, remaining calm in the face of such fervor.
"Weren’t you in Northern City? How come you are in Dragon Capital? Is there something you need to do? If there is anything I can help with, do let me know, I do have some influence here in Dragon Capital."
Su Mulan seemed to be quite the chatterbox, going on and on at Ye Youlong without a pause.
And as she spoke, her eyes sparkled with enthusiasm, just like a little fan girl.
Completely lacking her previous heroic image.
"President, I was kidnapped this time; it was them who took me out," Liu Xin said from the side.
At this, Su Mulan’s face became even more excited, and she grabbed Ye Youlong’s hand, "It was you guys, I’m so grateful, the Special Service Bureau told me earlier that they had lost quite a few people, I was afraid something bad had happened to Liu Xin. I didn’t expect they would send you for the rescue."
"Thank you so much, you are the benefactors of Mulan Guild. After traveling all this way and taking such great risks, our Mulan Guild cannot simply take this favor. Tonight, I will host a banquet, on behalf of Mulan Guild I would like to express our gratitude properly!"
"There’s no need, saving Liu Xin was also contributing to the Federation, this is what we ought to do," Xiao Zhan declined.
He didn’t want to spend much time here.
Ye Youlong also withdrew her hand from Su Mulan’s; she felt that Su Mulan’s gaze was too intense.
Could this woman be a lesbian?
No, she couldn’t let herself be swayed.
She had to maintain her distance.
Su Mulan’s enthusiasm was quite abundant, despite being declined by Xiao Zhan, she persisted and directly ordered the woman beside her, "Go tell Haolong Villa that tonight I will be receiving honored guests." Follow current novᴇls on novel·fiɾe·net