When they returned to the Qingyun Guild from the martial arts matchmaking venue, Wei Ying and the others were extremely excited about Jiang Kai's successful matchmaking.
"Good kid, you even said you weren't interested in Lingsha!" Wei Ying slapped Jiang Kai hard on the back. "Kid, seize this opportunity well. This time, I really think the chances are big!"
"Yeah, Jiang Kai, I really think Lingsha is a great girl. Don't miss this chance again," Hua Tianchen also chimed in.
Jiang Kai looked completely lifeless. After thinking it over again and again, he still decided not to tell anyone that he had been tricked. It was just too embarrassing.
Since the date was arranged for the evening, Jiang Kai had no time at all to return to the main city.
Hua Tianchen and Luo Ping followed Dong Hong and were about to ride military mounts back to the main city. It looked like they were going to handle Liu Qi's matter.
Wei Ying also had to log off to deal with affairs in Jiangzhong City.
Looking at the four generals who were about to part ways, Jiang Kai said sincerely, "Commander Dong, God Luo, God Hua, Old Wei, thank you all this time."
Dong Hong smiled slightly. "What's there to thank us for? We just did what we were supposed to do."
Hua Tianchen patted Jiang Kai on the shoulder. "Kid, I know the Huaxia War God Hall will definitely have a place for you. Don't make me wait too long."
Luo Ping looked at Jiang Kai with relief. "Jiang Kai, remember this. As long as you're doing the right thing, don't care about what others say. And you won't be alone."
Jiang Kai listened carefully to the teachings of his seniors. To him, these seniors were all mentors and close friends.
Before leaving, Wei Ying looked at Jiang Kai for a long while, then smiled and nodded. "Who would have thought that the stubborn little guy back then would grow into a top fifty super expert in Huaxia in just a year and a half."
"Jiang Kai, your road is still long, and I believe that along the way, you'll gain more and more friends."
"Sooner or later, you'll find the answer you're looking for!"
Jiang Kai nodded heavily and finally said, "Old Wei, don't work too hard. Take care of your health."
Wei Ying laughed loudly. "Got it. Come report to the War God Hall early, so people won't keep saying you're a fanatic spy."
"I will!"
"For now, go on your date with your little girlfriend. Treasure this opportunity."
"Uh…"
Wei Ying smiled faintly, patted Jiang Kai on the shoulder, then turned around and left together with his companions.
Zhou Chu glanced at Jiang Kai beside him and said, "Grandmaster, do you want to make your identity in the sect public?"
"Don't!" Jiang Kai said hurriedly. "I already told you, don't call me grandmaster. It feels weird."
"Ranks can't be messed up!" Zhou Chu insisted.
"Alright, alright, but let's keep this matter confidential for now," Jiang Kai said helplessly. "By the way, do you think I can not go on the date?"
"No way!" Zhou Chu said anxiously. "Even if your real identity hasn't been exposed, you're still a member of the Qingyun Sect. If you stand her up, it will affect the sect's reputation."
Jiang Kai sighed. Zhou Chu was making it sound so serious, and most likely he also wanted him to go on the date.
But what he said did make some sense. The ancient martial arts circle valued credibility, so he would go.
Purple Immortal Lake was deep within the "Twilight Forest" south of the Desert Sea.
There weren't many wild beasts here. It was a rare quiet place within the Twilight Forest, and the scenery was pleasant. Especially at night, with the bright moon hanging high, the water calm and still, and a cool night breeze blowing as one drifted in a boat admiring the moon, it had quite an ancient charm.
Precisely because of this, there were usually many people camping overnight by Purple Immortal Lake, and also couples dating here.
Jiang Kai arrived at the designated spot on time. At this moment, a small boat was already moored by the lakeside.
"You're here? I thought you wouldn't come." A familiar voice came from behind. Jiang Kai turned around and saw a beautiful woman in a red dress standing behind him, smiling brightly at him.
"How would I dare not come? What if people later say that everyone in our Qingyun Sect goes back on their word?" Jiang Kai said unhappily.
Before his words had even finished, Yin Lingsha walked over, grabbed Jiang Kai's hand, and boarded the small boat by the lake.
Yin Lingsha didn't even let Jiang Kai row. She picked up the oars herself and paddled toward the center of the lake.
After the boat traveled some distance, Yin Lingsha put down the oars and let the boat drift along with the waves.
Under the moon, quiet lake, beautiful woman… Even though Jiang Kai had been in a bad mood at first, this scene relaxed both body and mind, and the resentment in his heart lessened as well.
Chang Siyao and Yin Lingsha were known as the two great goddesses of the ancient martial arts world. Their looks were on par, but their temperaments were very different.
Chang Siyao gave people a feeling of being somewhat stubborn, not liking contact with strangers, but kind at heart. Yin Lingsha usually seemed a bit aloof, but after interacting with her these two times, Jiang Kai felt she was rather lively and mischievous, and also somewhat willful.
"Hey, are you still mad at me?" Yin Lingsha broke the awkwardness first. "Actually, you don't need to have any psychological burden. I didn't drag you into the bridal chamber. We're just rowing a boat and enjoying the scenery."
"Isn't it okay if I apologize to you? I promise, I absolutely won't trick you again in the future!"
Jiang Kai sighed. What he was really angry about wasn't that Yin Lingsha had tricked him, but that he had actually fallen for it.
Since Yin Lingsha had already admitted her mistake, there was no need for Jiang Kai to keep holding onto it.
"Alright, I accept your apology," Jiang Kai said.
A smile immediately appeared on Yin Lingsha's face. "Hehe, I knew you wouldn't be that petty."
After the misunderstanding was cleared, the two finally didn't feel so awkward anymore.
Jiang Kai looked at Yin Lingsha with some curiosity. "Actually, I'm quite puzzled. You heard all those things Liu Qi accused me of. So many people with good conditions are pursuing you. Why did you insist on accepting my gift?"
"Tch." Yin Lingsha snorted disdainfully. "I don't care what other people say."
"Besides… I actually think they were praising you."
"Huh?" Jiang Kai asked in confusion.
"Mm!" Yin Lingsha nodded. "You have no background and come from a poor family, yet you're stronger than others. Doesn't that just show that you're more talented and work harder than others?"
"And that Fire Calamity Pearl. You never explained it, but I believe you must have your reasons for not explaining. Sooner or later, you'll let everyone know the truth."
"I heard that you entered Ghost Star back then to treat your brother's illness. I think that's amazing. You're someone who values loyalty and affection. I admire people like that the most."
You wouldn't know until you talked. Jiang Kai never expected that this girl, whom he hadn't even seen before today, would be the one who understood him the best!
"My poor background and lack of backing actually became advantages…" Jiang Kai smiled and shook his head. What kind of way of thinking was this?
"So what if your background is poor? I can raise you. If you have no backing, I can be your backing! Although… I'm not that powerful either, I won't let people bully you!"
Pff…
Jiang Kai almost spat out a mouthful of blood.
Wasn't it agreed that they were just rowing a boat and enjoying the scenery!
That sentence wasn't really what Jiang Kai meant. He had just mentioned it casually, but Yin Lingsha came out with something like that.
Even though he came from a poor background, Jiang Kai was now a proper rich man. There was no need for anyone to raise him.
But then again, Yin Lingsha's completely off-track reply made Jiang Kai look at her in a new light.
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