The Search for Xiang
The Heaven God, worried about Xiang's disappearance, sent his celestial servants to find her. He suspected she might have gone to her parents' house. "You must remain hidden," he ordered sternly. "Her parents must not know who you are or why you've come. Keep your presence a secret." The servants bowed and left immediately to carry out his command.
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Xiang and Wen Shia's Tender Moment
When Xiang slowly opened her eyes, she was startled to see Wen Shia sitting close to her. His gaze was soft yet intense, fixed on her face.
As she stirred slightly, Wen Shia gently touched her cheek, his fingers tracing her features. "Your phoenix-like eyes," he murmured, "so serene, like the calm of a vast sea. If you were awake, you'd probably forget me. But in your sleep, you look so peaceful, so enchanting."
His hand moved to her nose, and a faint smile crossed his lips. "Your nose is perfect," he whispered with admiration. Then, his touch lingered on her lips. "And these lips… soft, delicate, like rose petals. They hold secrets that no one knows."
When you sleep, the innocence of your lips says something else.
Like rose petals, delicate and beautiful,
There is a magic hidden in the smile on your lips,
Which blooms in every morning light.
The beauty of your lips, like a story of dreams,
Seeing which the heart says, may this moment never end."
Unable to resist the moment, Wen Shia leaned closer. Quietly, he kissed her lips with a gentleness that made Xiang's heart race.
Just then, Wen Shia's eyes fluttered open. A teasing smirk spread across his face. "So," he said, his voice playful, "is this why you find me so handsome while I'm asleep? Sneaking touches and kisses when I'm unaware?"
Before Xiang could respond, he added with a mischievous grin, "If you've started this, I'll be the one to finish it." He pulled her closer, his embrace firm yet filled with tenderness. Their love deepened as they spent more time together, lost in each other's arms.
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A Sudden Interruption
Suddenly, there was a knock at the door. Wen Shia quickly sprang into action, trying to hide Xiang. First, he suggested she hide under the bed, but then decided to tuck her into the closet. Xiang protested at first but soon used her powers to make herself invisible, surprising Wen Shia with her abilities.
When Wen Shia opened the door, he was surprised to see his mother standing there. Overjoyed, he greeted her. "Mother, you can't come inside. Father has placed a barrier here. If you or I try to break it, it might harm you. Please stay outside."
His mother, however, was determined. Secretly, she attempted to break the barrier using her own blood. But just as she was about to proceed, the Heaven God appeared behind her and grabbed her hand.
"Do you realize what you're doing?" he asked, his voice firm. "You'll hurt yourself. Why are you trying to break this barrier?"
The Heavenly Goddess turned to him, her eyes blazing with anger. "You always imprison my son and keep him away from me. He is our son, not your slave. You control him and force him to follow your will. He's grown up now—let him make his own decisions.
"If you keep treating him like this, he'll never grow into a good Heavenly God. But I trust my son. Whatever decision he makes will be the right one, and I will always stand by him."
Saying this, she cut her hand to break the barrier. However, the Heaven God quickly removed the barrier to stop her, ensuring she wouldn't harm herself.