C54 – Why Did You Want to Kill The “Newcomer”?
Liu Yuan leaned weakly on Ning Xiangrong’s actual bed, being supported. He almost coughed up three liters of blood. In his heart, he sighed, “Being alive feels so good…”
Little did he expect that the first time he would sustain a serious injury after transmigrating wouldn’t be due to a battle, but rather because of the Asura Arena.
Ning Xiangrong sat beside him, flustered, and hurriedly took out a medicinal pill. Tears filled her eyes as she fed him the pill and removed her clothes to apply medicine.
Apologetically, she said, “I’m sorry… I acted too impulsively just now.”
“It’s alright, I’m not dead, am I?” Liu Yuan waved his hand. He had nearly suffocated inside. Fortunately, Ning Xiangrong had stopped in time.
Truly, it was fortunate that he managed to keep his wretched life today.
Ning Xiangrong gazed at his pale face with anguish. She pursed her lips and said, “It’s my fault. I even suspected that you were with someone else in the room earlier…”
Yes, you guessed it right. I was fighting with a woman you didn’t know inside the room. You two were nearly face to face.
Liu Yuan turned his head and looked at her. He felt exhausted and had no desire to speak.
Thinking that he might be angry because she doubted him and feeling worried, Ning Xiangrong’s heart twinged with a hint of bitterness. Her nose felt tingly, and she choked back tears, “Wuuu…”
Because of love, even an otherworldly fairy would cry.
But… I am not worth you crying.
Liu Yuan pondered in his heart. He reached out his hand to gently wipe away the tears on Ning Xiangrong’s face. Drawing closer, he softly spoke, “Don’t cry. You’re already a great immortal at the Core Formation Stage. It’s not appropriate for you to cry.”
“Mm,” Ning Xiangrong nodded, wiping away her tears. She extended her hand and guided his hand down, placing it by the side of the bed. Holding it tightly, she said, “I don’t know why you still have so much Vitality. It seems you exerted too much strength when attempting to break through to the Soul Formation Stage, resulting in a backlash. I’ll help heal your wounds.”
“Alright, thank you,” Liu Yuan complied as Ning Xiangrong nudged him to turn around. Her two pale palms rested on his back.
Ning Xiangrong pursed her lips and said, “If you could be more cautious, don’t recklessly attempt to break through to the Deity Transformation Stage. The best course of action is to… How could you be so casual about such a significant matter as breaking through the mirror? At the very least, find a secure cave and prepare Medicinal Pills and array formations. Now, not only did you fail, but you also depleted your Qi and blood. We’ve lost a substantial amount of strength.”
Liu Yuan didn’t feel annoyed by the nagging; instead, he found it to be comforting and familiar. He continued responding, “Yes, yes.”
However, deep inside, he contemplated the notion of “Qi and blood depletion.”
Liu Yuan surmised that the Gu worm must have dispersed throughout his body, and when Pi Huanluo removed it, it manifested as fresh blood.
Lovesick Gu… he didn’t believe it could solely be used for locating and attracting.
If he had truly gained Pi Huanluo’s complete trust, which he hadn’t possessed before, then the reason Pi Huanluo planted the Lovesick Gu in him was likely to prevent betrayal.
As for how to prevent betrayal, he feared it might involve detonating all of his Qi and blood, resulting in a painful death.
Liu Yuan couldn’t help but shiver.
It appeared that he was not fully dressed either. His hands and feet, which had been inactive during the strategic period, seemed preserved.
“Never mind, never mind. If I keep dwelling on it, I’ll scare myself to death.”
Liu Yuan’s heart felt desolate and miserable. He focused on meditating to heal his injuries. With Ning Xiangrong’s assistance, the spiritual energy throughout his body flowed warmly and harmoniously, aiding in his swift recovery. After some time, he began to feel a bit weary.
Logically speaking, after traveling for so many days, this was the first time he felt such exhaustion.
“Sigh… I thought the excitement a few days ago was already overwhelming, but little did I know it was merely the beginning.” Liu Yuan self-reflectively pondered, “It’s because I’m so young and naive. I’m truly childish.”
He was merely a newcomer in the Qi Cultivation Stage!
Why did he have to go through all this suffering?
Liu Yuan sighed and rested his head on his hand. Rarely did he engage in a fight with his eyes closed. It felt like he was reliving the sensation of pulling an all-nighter to play games in the past.
Ning Xiangrong stopped behind him and reached out to embrace his waist. Her pointed chin rested on his shoulder as she asked, “Are you tired?”
“Yes.”
“Then let’s not cultivate anymore. Let’s sleep. “
Thoughtfully, Ning Xiangrong arranged the bed. Her face turned flushed as she positioned herself face-to-face with Liu Yuan. She gently raised her head, using her gaze to trace the contours of the young man’s face.
Liu Yuan asked in puzzlement, “Why are you looking at me?”
Ning Xiangrong immediately retracted her gaze and turned her head to say, “No, I’m just lying there. I’m just looking around.”
“Oh…”
Liu Yuan gazed at Ning Xiangrong’s flushed ears and reached out to pull her closer. He held her in his arms, using his chin to gently rub against her soft hair.
Ning Xiangrong grumbled a few times before poking her head out to take a deep breath. She exclaimed in frustration, “Liu Junxuan!”
Meeting Liu Yuan’s gaze, she whispered softly, “Ah Yuan…”
Liu Yuan caressed her head and smiled. “That sound just now reminded me of the Ning Xiangrong I knew before. On the surface, you appeared arrogant and devoid of humanity, but when you let loose, you were fiery and spirited.”
Ning Xiangrong blushed and playfully pinched him. “Who’s fierce?”
Liu Yuan pretended to wince in pain, causing Ning Xiangrong to quickly check on him. She was gently embraced by him, and her agitation subsided instantly.
Liu Yuan chuckled and said, “Anyone would turn fierce if their hair was messed up and they scolded me after I stole their clothes.”
Ning Xiangrong mumbled, “That’s only with you…”
Liu Yuan held Ning Xiangrong as if she were a comfortable pillow. Embracing her warm and soft body brought a sense of tranquility and a subtle fragrance that put one at ease. With a sigh, he soon drifted off to sleep.
Indeed, it was better to maintain a good appearance…
Rather than hiding in Liu Yuan’s arms, Ning Xiangrong would prefer to have a good image. She stole a glance at Liu Yuan’s relaxed expression and closed her eyes, finding a comfortable position. A faint smile appeared on her face as they slept together peacefully.
The next day.
The news of Liu Yuan leaving Ning Yongheng’s room quickly spread like wildfire.
The speculation about Master’s son-in-law also quickly circulated.
As Liu Yuan walked, he could sense the multitude of emotions in the eyes of the Wide Ocean Sect disciples. Curiosity, jealousy, envy, disdain…
“It’s unavoidable. People fear fame, just as pigs fear strength.”
Liu Yuan said to himself.
He returned to the room where he had previously encountered Dock Master Ning Tingshan, but this time… he was here to discuss the marriage.
Pushing open the door, he not only saw Master, but also Zou Wenrui, whose dantian he had sealed that day.
There was also Zou Zishi.
Zou Wenrui appeared extremely emaciated, resembling a bamboo pole. He glared at Liu Yuan with a gloomy expression.
Liu Yuan smiled. “Isn’t this Elder Zou? I thought you would hide for a while longer before appearing.”
Zou Wenrui snorted and replied, “I’m just an old skeleton. What is there to hide from?”
Liu Yuan gazed at Zou Zishi with a smile that held no warmth. “You are unafraid of death, but what about your son? Shouldn’t he be hiding?”
Zou Zishi clenched his fists, his face turning cold, but he remained silent. It seemed that Zou Wenrui had informed him of Liu Yuan’s true cultivation level.
Ning Tingshan looked around and coughed twice. “Why must we be so confrontational? Young friend Liu will become a disciple of the Wide Ocean Sect sooner or later…”
Zou Wenrui suddenly spoke loudly, “Master, please see this clearly. I have invited a spirit servant from the Spirit Forest Palace that can summon the soul of my nephew, Yue. Once you inquire, the truth will be revealed!”
Bowing respectfully, he turned his cold gaze towards Liu Yuan. “Please ensure that an honorable person does not suffer injustice, and that a despicable person does not go unpunished… If you kill and scheme for wealth, we, the righteous path, will bring justice upon such an individual. You cannot be the son-in-law.”
