Conspiracy
Zhenluo made for a nice conversation partner. She had a rather frigid way of expressing herself, be it with her words or facial expressions. It seemed to be a trait inherited from her and Edrick’s Valra. His older Alrinir did seem to be a bit cold in general, though. This might not bode too well for Zhicheng’s chances with her.
She was a talented young woman, a direct descendant of the Elt clan with a bright future and the attention of the Elideus, as well as the current patriarch and matriarch… Zhicheng didn’t have any of that. He didn’t seem willing to partake in the techniques offered to him within the clan…
Anoteros presumed that in his quest to seduce his own Alrinir, this protagonist would momentarily leave the clan and stumble upon a technique which went against the usual ways of the clan–Probably attract some form of ire as well… Or so he would guess. It didn’t really matter since Edrick was attempting to nip this script in the bud by making his younger Alrin succeed in his seduction.
Speaking of which, after they talked in length about absorbing bloodlines, cultivation, physiques, and their methods of recruiting loyal servants… The subject of Zhicheng came up again, and at this point, Edrick’s senses were tingling concerning Zhenluo. She had made certain comments throughout the discussions, especially during the part about servants.
Her tastes seemed normal on the surface, but the way she had of expressing them... Anoteros could tell that something was slightly off. She was hiding something, or rather, purposefully avoiding mentioning a certain thing… Getting it wrong would be rather embarrassing, but the scion was confident in his assessment. When it came to such things, he was rather proficient.
“Tell me, Zhenluo. You wouldn’t happen to be a Duookois like Jhila Lui, would you?”
His Alrinir quietly sipped from the cup of tea in her hand, seemingly not very fazed by the question.
“...You are rather observant, Zixuan. I suppose I ran my mouth a little too much, huh? I am afraid that you are quite a good speaking partner. I don’t usually blurt out such things, even in good company, or when inhibited… Anyway, yes. I am indeed a Duookois. I am a woman with extra male equipment”
She blinked a few times.
“You don’t seem to care much…?”
“You haven’t been around in a long time, so it is only natural that you wouldn’t know about me. I only recently gained relevance, after all. To put it bluntly, there are few lustful vices I don’t indulge in to some extent. I wouldn’t allow myself to be in the submissive role, but a Duookois? I wouldn’t mind. I would enjoy playing with one… Especially one as alluring as you, my dear Alrinir”
“Oh, and you are flattering me as well… For once, I must admit my surprise. I have rarely met men who would openly admit their attraction to Duookoises. And you did it so naturally and with such plain terms, too. It doesn’t seem like you are lying. In fact… Have you perhaps had relations with Jhila Lui already…?”
“Not quite, only a little bit of foreplay, I guess you could say”
“Interesting”
Zhenluo sighed and formed the smallest of smiles.
“...So, you must have understood that I do have a form of interest in Zhicheng, right?”
“Of course”
“Then, I will be fully honest with you–I think he is a little coward who will bring dishonour to the family name if allowed to venture outside freely. He does not abide by our ways and seems to fancy himself as some sort of righteous cultivator. I may have only encountered him a few times, but everything is written on his face…”
“...I noticed his obvious attraction toward me, but I do not want the seed of such a man. He does not seem like he could provide my feminine attributes pleasure either… My masculine attributes, though?”
She licked her lips.
“He plays the part well. I can tell that if his robes were to come down… He wouldn’t appear as a real man, but as a twink. I can see it clearly... His round backside is just begging to be brutally pounded. I just know that he’ll moan like a girl while it happens as well”
Zhenluo leaned back in her seat, rubbing her nape while closing her eyes for a few seconds.
“Unfortunately, he is a direct descendant like us. I can’t just use him as I see fit. There is a need for… Acclimation? Preparation? Some form of training? You probably understand what I mean. I can’t use force. I must have him submit willingly, or else I’ll get in trouble with Valra and Valdre”
Edrick grinned.
“I understand exactly what you’re talking about, Zhenluo. I also believe that he has a lot of potential as a twink–And let me tell you... His attraction toward you is quite strong… I have my own reasons, but I want him obedient and submissive as well. I would be glad to help turn him into your pet, if you so desire”
“Really? That’s strangely charitable, I know we are of the same clan, but such kindness is a bit unusual”
“As I said, I have my own reasons for wanting this. Besides… I agree with you that he is likely to cause bad press for us if we let him wander around. It is best to keep him leashed, and I believe there is nothing more binding than love and a dependence on raunchy hedonism…”
“...But if you would prefer giving me something tangible, then we could always share him a little bit from time to time... Or maybe you and I could join hands to produce some pure-blooded offspring? Only in the future, of course”
Zhenluo slightly chuckled. It was a very faint laugh, but one nonetheless. She finished her cup of tea, placed it down on the table, and leaned forward.
“You are very interesting, Zixuan. I’ll be honest, I used to not hold you in high esteem, but you have really climbed your way out of obscurity. I respect that, and frankly, considering the number of perfectly integrated bloodlines you have, and your naturally superior body structure, it is only sensical that I wouldn’t mind carrying your seed in the future”
“As such, let’s shake hands. We’ll bed and dominate Zhicheng together, and we can upgrade our relationship status at the same time… It has been a long time since my feminine attributes have been properly touched by a man, you know?”
“Don’t worry, I’ll make it worth your time”
“Oh, I am sure you will–But let’s discuss how we are going to take care of Zhicheng first. I am sure you already have a plan, do you?”
“Naturally… It is quite a simple and easy one as well”
Thus, a conspiracy was born.