Chapter 81: The Initiative of Ye Lingling
In Heaven Dou City, Emperor Xue Ye nearly had a heart attack upon hearing that his chosen successor and beloved daughter had narrowly escaped death at the hands of soul beasts. He quickly dispatched a group of royal enforcers led by several powerful Soul Douluo to the Star Dou Forest to safely escort Xue Qinghe and Xue Ke back home.
After Xue Qinghe's departure, Xiao Yu had mostly recovered and began preparing to find Ye Lingling her fifth soul ring again. Since the Star Dou Forest was off-limits for the time being, the only option left was to try their luck in the Sunset Forest.
Late at night, while Xiao Yu was meditating as usual, he suddenly heard a knock on the door. He quickly got up and opened it, only to find Ye Lingling standing there, looking demure and shy.
"Lingling, it's so late. Is there something you need?"
Xiao Yu asked with a hint of confusion.
Without saying a word, Ye Lingling threw herself into Xiao Yu's arms like a swallow returning to its nest, wrapping her arms and legs around him as if trying to merge herself with his body.
Xiao Yu was startled by Ye Lingling's sudden move. He hurriedly supported her by placing his hands under her hips to prevent her from falling.
This inn, located just outside the Star Dou Forest, wasn't like the Rose Hotel in Soto City. Most of the guests here were soul masters seeking soul rings, so such intimate behavior in the hallway wasn't ideal. Xiao Yu swiftly turned around, carrying Ye Lingling into his room, and closed the door behind them.
"What's wrong, Lingling?"
Even after they entered the room, Ye Lingling refused to loosen her tight grip. Puzzled, Xiao Yu asked again.
Only then did Ye Lingling raise her head, her large, tear-filled eyes gazing at Xiao Yu. "Brother Xiao Yu, will you ever abandon me?"
Ye Lingling was a very sensitive person. Ever since she learned about Qian Renxue's true identity, she had been under a great deal of psychological pressure, to the point of losing sleep in recent days.
Qian Renxue was different from Huo Wu. Ye Lingling could accept Huo Wu's presence because she knew that, in Xiao Yu's heart, Huo Wu would never surpass her in importance.
But Qian Renxue was another matter. Leaving aside the immense support her status could provide to Xiao Yu, the very existence of the Martial Soul Fusion technique had already drawn them closer together.
What if Brother Xiao Yu needed the backing of the Spirit Hall in the future? If he married Qian Renxue, would someone of her stature even tolerate Ye Lingling's presence? And if Qian Renxue made demands, would Brother Xiao Yu abandon her?
Seeing the tears in Ye Lingling's eyes, Xiao Yu finally understood and couldn't help but chuckle. He gently patted her and said, "Silly girl, what nonsense have you been thinking about all day? How could I ever abandon you?"
"Really?"
Ye Lingling lifted her head, looking at Xiao Yu with a pitiful expression.
Seeing the delicate and sorrowful look on Ye Lingling's face, Xiao Yu felt his heart melt.
He cupped her small face, leaned down, and kissed her soft, cherry-red lips. At this moment, actions spoke louder than words.
Ye Lingling didn't resist and began to clumsily respond to Xiao Yu's kiss.
After a long while, their lips parted.
Ye Lingling's face was flushed, and she buried her head in Xiao Yu's chest, pressing closely against his firm torso.
"Little girl, do you understand now?"
Xiao Yu stroked her hair gently as he spoke in a soft voice.
"Yes!"
Ye Lingling's voice was barely audible. She looked up at Xiao Yu and said, "Brother Xiao Yu, take Lingling now!"
"Lingling, are you sure you're ready?"
*In this regard, Xiao Yu was somewhat conservative, always respecting Ye Lingling and Huo Wu. Although he had established relationships with them, he had never taken that final step without their consent.*
"Yes."
Ye Lingling's voice was still soft but filled with determination. "Lingling wants to be with Brother Xiao Yu forever."
Seeing how proactive Ye Lingling was, Xiao Yu no longer hesitated. He gently lifted her slender legs and carried her in his arms, walking toward his bed.
(Ahem, a million words are omitted here.)
The next day, the sun was already high in the sky, shining brightly.
The scorching sunlight streamed through the hotel curtains, casting light on the disheveled bed.
Having tasted the forbidden fruit for the first time, the young couple knew nothing of restraint. After a night of wild passion, even the normally disciplined Xiao Yu slept until midday.
Originally, Xiao Yu had planned to set off for the Sunset Forest this morning. However, with the keen senses of the two Titled Douluo, Aiolia and Milo, they wisely refrained from disturbing them and even extended their stay by three more days at their own expense.
As the blinding sunlight fell on Xiao Yu's face, his eyelashes fluttered slightly, and he slowly opened his eyes. He saw Ye Lingling lying on his arm like a docile kitten, her hair loose, with a blissful smile on her lips.
Xiao Yu's hand naturally rested on Ye Lingling's smooth back, and he couldn't help but gently caress her delicate skin.
Under Xiao Yu's touch, Ye Lingling slowly woke up. Seeing Xiao Yu's mischievous hands and recalling the wild night before, she pouted and said coyly, "Brother Xiao Yu, you're such a bad guy! You don't know how to take care of me at all!"
Xiao Yu chuckled. In moments like this, he could only shamelessly say, "Well, it's not my fault that my little Lingling is so charming—I just couldn't stop myself. Don't forget, it was you who came to me last night."
"Don't say that! Don't say that!"
Ye Lingling blushed deeply at his words. Now, when she thought back, she couldn't even figure out where she had found the courage last night. She reached out and pinched the soft flesh on Xiao Yu's waist with all her might.
With Xiao Yu's current physical strength, the pain in his waist was nothing. He smiled at the sight of Ye Lingling's apple-red face and couldn't resist kissing her again.
At first, Ye Lingling resisted shyly, but she quickly responded passionately.
The kiss lasted for a long time until Ye Lingling was almost out of breath. She gently pounded Xiao Yu's chest before they finally separated. Ye Lingling then nestled into Xiao Yu's embrace, her head buried in his chest.
Xiao Yu held Ye Lingling's supple waist and closed his eyes to rest.
When life is going well, one should enjoy it to the fullest and take pleasure in stolen moments of leisure!
Aiolia and Milo had guessed right—the plan to head to the Sunset Forest was indeed delayed by three days.
The Sunset Forest did not have particularly powerful soul beasts. Ever since Xiao Yu had established a branch here, with two Titled Douluo, Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi, stationed there, along with the occasional visits from other Titled Douluo, the Sunset Forest had almost become the backyard of the Nine Star Palace.
However, because the number and quality of soul beasts in the Sunset Forest were not as good as those in the Star Dou Forest, Xiao Yu preferred going to the Star Dou Forest when possible. But under the current circumstances, he had no choice but to settle for the Sunset Forest.
Fortunately, the people at the branch knew about the relationship between Ye Lingling and Xiao Yu. Especially after noticing the glow in Ye Lingling's eyes and her increased dedication to her tasks, they quickly found her a plant-type soul beast with the appropriate age.
(End of the Chapter)
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