The emergence of the mysterious realm in the South Sea once again stirred a wave of excitement. The ancient martial arts world, already far from tranquil, boiled over once more…
Many old masters, long hidden from the world, sensed something unusual in the air. Just as the martial arts world was showing signs of revival, a series of strange events unfolded, creating a sense of unease and mystery.
It was said that the mysterious realm in the South Sea was an independent space filled with numerous restrictions. Even experts at the Tianling realm found it difficult to enter. This time, however, many powerful figures had carved out a passage, with the sole purpose of sending the younger generation of experts deep into the heart of this mysterious realm.
Leaving Linjiang behind, Xiao Yufan quickly arrived at Changnan City, located on the coast of the South Sea.
Though not as bustling as the capital, Changnan was still a land of abundance, bordering the South Sea and possessing an almost paradisiacal charm. Here, there was also a passage leading to the mysterious realm.
As Xiao Yufan arrived in Changnan, an inexplicable restlessness stirred within him—because he was about to meet the person who had haunted his dreams…
The top ten martial artists from the Grand Martial Arts Tournament had all gathered in Changnan, including Cheng Ying. Fate, in its endless cycle, had brought the two together once again.
Ning, the Hall Master of the Eastern Holy Temple, gathered all ten of them, gave them some final instructions, and informed them that the passage would open in two days.
Among the ten, many familiar faces appeared. Nuo Tiangong and Ye Kong exchanged glances filled with subtle hostility. However, with Xiao Yufan’s current strength, he merely smiled at their animosity, a gesture that left the two visibly frustrated despite his calm demeanor.
Finally, Xiao Yufan’s gaze settled on a graceful figure.
Dressed in a pale purple robe, Cheng Ying exuded a celestial aura. Her eyes, like autumn waters, were captivatingly expressive. Her most striking feature was her pair of light blue eyes, as clear as the day he first saw her. Her beauty was like a hundred-mile stretch of blooming hibiscus, gentle and delicate, like snowflakes drifting from the sky, with a grace that could captivate an entire city.
As if sensing Xiao Yufan’s intense gaze, Cheng Ying gently bit her lip, her charming expression causing several men nearby to swallow hard. During the martial arts tournament, her icy demeanor had left a deep impression, yet now she displayed a more tender femininity, drawing glances from everyone toward Xiao Yufan.
“Let’s take a walk…” Cheng Ying’s voice was still as enchanting as ever, though now it carried a hint more coldness than before.
Nodding, Xiao Yufan followed her out, completely ignoring the astonished gazes around them. Among the group, another beautiful figure couldn’t help but stomp her foot in frustration. That annoying guy had completely ignored her!
Wang Yuxuan had hoped to get closer to Xiao Yufan, but she found he hadn’t even noticed her, let alone given her a second glance. Disappointment flickered in her heart, but more than that, she felt curiosity. What was it about this man, whom her brother revered as the young master?
Even at dusk, the coast of the South Sea was still hot and humid. Xiao Yufan strolled leisurely along the edge of a small town in Changnan, appearing unusually calm.
“Are you doing okay…?”
The atmosphere grew momentarily awkward as Xiao Yufan finally spoke. As soon as the words left his mouth, he realized how awkward he sounded—his simple greeting seemed pale and clumsy.
“I’m fine!” A faint smile appeared on Cheng Ying’s lips, and for a moment, Xiao Yufan found himself entranced by her beauty.
“I saw the words you left in the cave, and Ye Kong told me a lot about you too. It was me… I shouldn’t have buried our feelings so deeply. If only I could…”
“You know, that’s enough!”
Before Xiao Yufan could finish, Cheng Ying interrupted, leaving him momentarily stunned. Was this a rejection?
In that instant, Xiao Yufan didn’t know what to say. Had he been imagining their connection all along? If it had been years ago, he would have turned and walked away without looking back. But this time, he would never let go of her hand again.
“Perhaps I wasn’t worthy of keeping you by my side back then, but now, I won’t let anyone take you away from me—not even if you try to leave on your own!”
His voice was firm and unyielding, and Xiao Yufan had already made up his mind. He would keep this woman by his side, no matter how bold or shameless it seemed. He knew very well how Cheng Ying felt about him—no matter what, he would never betray her again.
“They won’t agree, even if I want to stay with the one I love.”
Xiao Yufan had thought his bold confession would move Cheng Ying, but her calm reaction nearly extinguished all his hope. However, her final words brought a wider smile to his face.
“No one can stop us—not even the Qingling Temple!”
If Xiao Yufan couldn’t detect the hidden meaning behind Cheng Ying’s words, how could he deserve his IQ of over 200? Overcome with joy, he tightly clasped her slightly cold hand in his.
A faint blush appeared on her face, but Cheng Ying did not pull away, allowing the man to hold her hand.
“If it were just the Qingling Temple, how could they stop me?” Cheng Ying thought to herself. Since she was here to accompany him for a while, she might as well indulge him this once.
“When I realized that your departure had hidden reasons, I couldn’t stop thinking about you. Even in my dreams, I saw only you. Even if you hadn’t appeared this time, I would have eventually found you!”
The emotions buried deep within him began to pour out, and Xiao Yufan feared that this reunion might vanish like a fleeting dream.
“I missed you too—so much, so very much!”
Her beautiful eyes brimmed with tears, and though she tried to control her emotions, the tears fell uncontrollably. All this time, she had endured her loneliness and longing alone.
Finally finding an outlet for her emotions, she let the tears flow freely. Leaning gently on Xiao Yufan’s shoulder, Cheng Ying felt a mix of happiness and relief. Even if this happiness wouldn’t last long, she cherished it deeply.
Inhaling the faint fragrance of her body, Xiao Yufan felt his eyes moisten. Men do not easily weep, but only when deeply moved. Beneath that tear-streaked, breathtaking beauty lay countless hidden secrets, and his heart twisted painfully at the thought.
No matter what, Xiao Yufan would never let Cheng Ying go. Their love had endured so much hardship—how could he bear to let her face everything alone again? Now, he had the strength to shield her from every storm, to ensure she would never suffer even the slightest injustice again…
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