The Underwear King Grows Up Chapter 26: I'll Show You How I Wear It

Xiao Yang was deeply surprised upon hearing this. He couldn't fathom why Luo Xingchen was being granted such extensive authority. Even if Luo Xingchen possessed a revolutionary method of making lingerie destined to set off a trend, granting him so much power within Spring Pavilion seemed highly irregular.

Still, Xiao Yang didn't ask any questions. Whatever the boss ordered, he would carry out. As a diligent employee, it was best to be earnest and hardworking.

Luo Xingchen was also quite pleased with Hua Manman’s approach, thinking that this enchantress knew how to play the game.

"Alright, I'm growing more fond of you," Luo Xingchen grinned.

"In return for your consideration, I’ll offer you a favor. If you ever find yourself in mortal peril, you may loudly call my name three times."

Hua Manman moved behind the chair, resting her hands and chest on the back, chin propped up, gazing at Luo Xingchen with a hint of curiosity and anticipation.

"And after calling your name? What happens then? Will you descend from the skies to rescue me?"

Luo Xingchen shook his head decisively. "What are you dreaming of? You won’t even let me touch your chest—why would I descend from the heavens to save you?"

Hua Manman wasn’t offended. She pressed further, "Then why have me call your name?"

"To intimidate those who want to kill you, of course," Luo Xingchen replied as if it were obvious. "Maybe someone has heard of my illustrious reputation and won’t dare act rashly."

He paused, then continued, "You don’t need to just shout Luo Xingchen. Sometimes you can call out my title: King of Lingerie. That name alone sounds impressive. As long as you shout it loud enough, the other party will hesitate, and you can seize the chance to escape. Perfect!"

"Alright, then let me thank you in advance for your life-saving grace, Boss Luo!" Hua Manman laughed as she left the chair. Though she spoke words of gratitude, she took Luo Xingchen's offer as a joke, barely giving it a second thought—merely amused.

Who was she, after all? The Fifth Elder of Warm Fragrance Pavilion! A powerful cultivator in the Fusion Realm, just a step away from breaking through to the Inquiry Realm. Once she advanced, her cultivation would be equal to that of the Sect Master of the Supreme Qi Sect, though the latter stood at the pinnacle of Inquiry Realm while she would only be at its threshold, a world apart in actual strength. Still, the realm itself was the same.

Moreover, their Sect Master’s lifespan was nearly exhausted—his demise inevitable. What could the Supreme Qi Sect, plagued by such issues, possibly offer her in times of crisis? And how long could Luo Xingchen remain in such a sect? Eventually, he would surely come to her side as her beloved disciple.

That was why, when Luo Xingchen refused to follow her, Hua Manman didn’t press further. In her eyes, recruiting him was only a matter of time. This little fellow with grand ideas but limited power simply hadn’t realized the hidden dangers of Supreme Qi Sect. Refusing now was of no consequence; later, he would surely come running to beg her for mentorship.

The thought of this bold youth groveling before her, flattering her with such humility, made Hua Manman secretly chuckle.

But then another matter arose. She had been stuck at the peak of the Fusion Realm for over two hundred years without any sign of breakthrough. Should she venture into the forbidden zone, seeking an opportunity for advancement? The place was notorious, the stuff of nightmares, rumored to be a death trap with no survivors. Yet it was the very site where true immortals had once fallen; surely it held the chance for her own fortune.

The idea, once conceived, quickly took root in Hua Manman’s heart, stirring an uncontrollable urge. She felt compelled to set out immediately.

No, it must be now! An intuition told her that if she went, she would surely break through to the Inquiry Realm!

Reining in her thoughts, Hua Manman made up her mind. She produced a token and handed it to Luo Xingchen.

"This is my identity token from Warm Fragrance Pavilion. You should keep it. Before I return, if you encounter trouble, show this token. At least within North Xuan Province, no one will dare touch you."

She wanted Luo Xingchen to have the means to protect himself—at least until he finished making her lingerie.

Luo Xingchen didn’t really need it, but he didn’t refuse, smiling as he took it from her.

Hua Manman turned to Xiao Yang.

"Remember what I said. Whatever Boss Luo needs, do your utmost to provide. Offer him every convenience. I hope that by the time I return, Spring Pavilion’s fame will have multiplied several times over!"

Xiao Yang was still reeling from seeing Hua Manman hand her identity token to someone she had just met. He nodded stiffly at her instructions.

Having said all she needed to, Hua Manman had nothing more to add. With a wave of her hand, the black robe nearby rose and enveloped her. Then, with a soft swish, she vanished entirely.

Yet a voice lingered, alluring as ever:

"Boss Luo, once my lingerie is ready, you can set it aside until I return. When I do, I’ll wear it just for you!"

Luo Xingchen shouted after her, "But I haven’t measured you myself! Without your exact size, how can I make it for you?"

This time, no answer came. Hua Manman was gone.

Luo Xingchen shook his head and sighed, "She really left in a hurry. If only I’d seized the chance earlier."

Seized the chance? If only you were up to it.

Xiao Yang, Ye Mingyue, and Li Minghao all silently grumbled in their hearts.

Luo Xingchen sighed again, then looked at Xiao Yang.

"Do you know where she’s gone?"

Xiao Yang shook his head. "Boss Manman’s movements are always secret. Even if they’re not, she wouldn’t inform those of us below her."

"Never mind, let’s forget about her for now." Luo Xingchen waved dismissively.

"I’m a man of my word. As I said, if our cooperation succeeds, I’ll give you two new dance routines—ones sure to sweep the nation and become world famous."

He grinned broadly.

"Go fetch the best dancer here. I’ll teach her, and once she’s mastered it, she can teach the others."

Xiao Yang was about to leave when Luo Xingchen stopped him.

"One more thing—buy a larger plot of land. We’ll need space to build a workshop for making lingerie."

Xiao Yang nodded and went to summon the dancer, at the same time instructing his subordinates to search for suitable land according to Luo Xingchen’s specifications.