After the banquet.
The women left in twos and threes. However, as they were leaving, they all gave Qing Xuan an enigmatic look. The meaning behind it could be said to be understood by all who got it.
Those who didn't get it were dragged out, just like Ling'er, who was unceremoniously gnawing on a large pig's trotter before being hauled away by Qian Renxue.
Qing Xuan was no fool. In that year at the forest cabin, Ling Yuan had, both overtly and covertly, taught her an unknowable amount of precious knowledge.
In those days, Ling Yuan had transformed into an omniscient sage, analyzing the love between men and women for her in detail.
In addition to an enhanced version of "Mother Ye's Guide," she had even been forcefully stuffed with several storybooks, the kind with illustrations.
Under this persistent edification, Qing Xuan had long since understood the meaning behind these glances, and a blush couldn't help but creep up her cheeks.
She gently bit her lower lip, feeling both shy and a hint of indescribable sweetness in her heart. Slowly turning, she took light, graceful steps. Finally, she walked to Lin Feng's side.
Seeing her actions, Lin Feng couldn't help but chuckle. He reached out to wrap an arm around her slender waist and teased softly, "Are you perhaps inviting me to enjoy the moonlight with you?"
As the Goddess of Life, she naturally had a fresh fragrance about her, like that of a clear mountain spring, which made Lin Feng unable to resist burying his head in the crook of her neck and taking a few breaths.
"Mmm."
The tickling sensation made Qing Xuan's cheeks even redder. She gently pushed Lin Feng's hand away, yet was reluctant to break free completely. She just lowered her head and found a reassuring spot in Lin Feng's embrace, muttering in a small voice:
"You don't even think before you speak. Where is there any moonlight here..."
Although Qing Xuan's voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz, it carried a hint of coquettishness that made Lin Feng's heart flutter.
He looked up at the sky. Indeed, there was no moon tonight, only sparse stars dotting the ink-black canopy.
He chuckled lightly, lowered his head closer to Qing Xuan's ear, and his warm breath brushed against her earlobe as he said softly, "With a beauty in my arms, I have no heart to admire the moon."
Hearing this, Qing Xuan felt as if a spring breeze had swept through her heart. That shyness and sweetness intertwined, making the tips of her ears grow even hotter.
She tilted her head slightly, her eyes blinking once, and responded in a voice that almost only the two of them could hear, "Such a smooth talker, you wicked little thief."
She gently tapped Lin Feng's chest, but without any force, merely a lover's playful gesture. "You say that the more beautiful a woman is, the more she'll deceive people, but I think you're the best at coaxing people, your mouth full of sweet words, making them all dizzy."
Hearing this, Lin Feng laughed even more heartily. He captured Qing Xuan's small hand and squeezed it gently. "But what if I insist on saying it? Don't you like to hear it?"
Qing Xuan hummed softly. "How could I possibly stop you."
She wiggled a bit in Lin Feng's arms, but her face was overflowing with a happy smile.
She reached up to wrap her arms around Lin Feng's neck, meeting his gaze. Her eyes were full of tender affection as she said softly, "Even if you say much more, I am willing to listen, because you are the one saying it, and I like it all.
Every moment I spend with you, I feel is incomparably precious. I hope we can always be like this, spending every day and night together."
One of Qing Xuan's hands rested on Lin Feng's chest, gently drawing circles. The soft touch made Lin Feng's heartbeat quicken.
She looked up and whispered, "Xiao Feng, did you know? That time in the forest cabin was the most unforgettable time for me. That simple and pure life made me feel incredibly happy.
It was also at that time that I fell for you, I think. Although, I strongly suspect Ling Yuan had a hand in it..."
As she spoke, her pretty face grew redder and redder, and her voice slowly faded.
Lin Feng's arm holding Qing Xuan tightened, while his other hand gently caressed her hair. He said in a low voice, "If it weren't for my kiss later on Sea God Island, would you have buried this feeling in your heart?"
Hearing this, the blush on Qing Xuan's cheeks deepened. She lowered her gaze slightly, her voice tinged with shyness and honesty. "Perhaps, Xiao Feng. At that time, although I already liked you in my heart, I didn't dare to show it easily.
I was afraid, afraid that it was just a momentary impulse, afraid that you would reject me, and even more afraid that our relationship would become awkward because of it."
"After all, my identity is a bit special... but I have never regretted meeting you, even if that kiss hadn't happened back then," Qing Xuan continued. "I think, as time went on, this feeling would have taken root in my heart and become harder and harder to hide."
Lin Feng gently cupped Qing Xuan's face, making her meet his gaze. "I like you, Qing Xuan."
Qing Xuan's eyes instantly lit up, like the brightest stars in the night sky. She stared at Lin Feng, as if wanting to engrave this moment in her heart forever.
Her voice trembled slightly, carrying an undisguisable joy. "I like you too, Xiao Feng. More than ever before."
Looking at Qing Xuan's watery eyes, how could Lin Feng not understand her feelings at this moment?
He leaned down slightly, and the distance between them closed in an instant. Lin Feng's gaze grew even more gentle, as if it could melt Qing Xuan completely.
"Mmm, ah."
Lips and teeth met, and her tender, fragrant lips were captured domineeringly by Lin Feng. This kiss was gentle and deep, as if pouring all his love into it. Qing Xuan was slightly startled at first, then closed her eyes, responding to Lin Feng's kiss with her whole being.
Their heartbeats intertwined at this moment, forming the most beautiful melody. Everything around them seemed to stand still, leaving only their mutual breaths and heartbeats, and the ever-growing intensity of their love.
"Mmm..."
Qing Xuan's gaze grew hazy. Lin Feng's kiss was like a spring breeze brushing across the surface of a lake, stirring up layers of ripples, making her heart tremble along with it.
Lin Feng's hand gently stroked Qing Xuan's back, pulling her even closer.
His kiss slid from her lips to her cheek, her forehead, and finally, her ear.
He whispered softly, "Qing Xuan, I love you. More than ever before."
She responded softly, "I love you too, Xiao Feng. I am willing to spend this life with you."
As her voice fell, it was Qing Xuan who took the initiative to raise her head and gently kiss Lin Feng's lips.
The two were once again lost in each other's kiss. The whole world seemed to be reduced to just the two of them.
Qing Xuan's hands were wrapped tightly around Lin Feng's neck. The strange feeling surging in her heart made her want nothing more than to be madly closer to Lin Feng at this moment.
Lin Feng's hand, meanwhile, gently caressed Qing Xuan's fine hair, slid down her back, held her tighter, and stroked every part of her delicate body.
"Mmm."
Qing Xuan panted softly in Lin Feng's embrace, her eyes shimmering with a dazed and intoxicated light.
"Xiao Feng..." she murmured in between kisses, "Let's go to my room."
The surroundings were dotted with stars. The Ancient Tree of Life stood majestically in the night. The Ancient Tree of Life, which had remained unchanged for so long, seemed to have lowered its lush branches slightly.
Whether it was an illusion or not, Lin Feng felt that the air beside the Ancient Tree of Life had become somewhat moist.
"Alright."
Lin Feng gently picked up Qing Xuan, who had gone limp in his arms. Her eyes were half-open, and her face was flushed with a happy blush. Paired with her soft breathing, she looked even more charming and moving.
"Qing Xuan, where is your room?" Lin Feng asked softly. Although he already had a direction in mind, he still wanted to hear the exact answer from Qing Xuan's lips.
Qing Xuan tilted her head slightly and pointed a finger at a delicate cabin not far away. "It's right there, Xiao Feng. Take me there."
Lin Feng nodded and walked towards the cabin with light steps. Along the way, he could feel Qing Xuan trembling slightly in his arms. It was excitement, and also anticipation.
He crossed the threshold and entered Qing Xuan's room.
The entire room was not heavily decorated, but it revealed warmth and elegance everywhere.
The simple and elegant curtains hung gently, blocking the sparse stars outside, leaving only soft strands of starlight to filter through the gaps, intertwining with the dim yellow light in the room, creating a hazy and warm atmosphere.
In a corner of the room was a soft bed, covered with a white quilt embroidered with delicate patterns, exuding a faint, fresh fragrance. Judging from the quilt alone, it seemed as if this place had been prepared in advance.
On the wall hung several ink wash paintings. The landscapes in the paintings were vivid, as if one could hear the gurgling of water, giving a sense of peace and tranquility.
In addition, in another corner of the room, there were some spiritual plants. These plants emitted a faint fluorescent light. With Lin Feng's knowledge, he naturally recognized the function of these spiritual plants very quickly.
Most of them were for mental tranquility and enhancing life force.
However, the one placed by the head of the bed was somewhat special. Even Lin Feng was seeing it for the first time.
Unfortunately, at his current level, even if he had never seen it before, he had read its information the moment he saw it. The only two functions of this spiritual plant were...
To enhance the vitality of the surroundings, and to arouse passion.
Lin Feng gently placed Qing Xuan on the bed. He slowly sat down and reached out to gently caress her cheek. The delicate touch made both their hearts race. Qing Xuan tilted her head slightly and met Lin Feng's gaze. Their eyes locked at this moment.
Qing Xuan's cheeks were flushed, and her eyes shone with shyness and anticipation. She gently bit her lower lip, somewhat unable to control this sudden strange emotion.
Lin Feng's hand slowly slid through Qing Xuan's hair, finally resting gently on her shoulder. The soft touch made Qing Xuan's body tremble slightly.
"Wait a moment..."
Qing Xuan suddenly spoke in a soft voice. "I'm going to change my clothes. This one is a bit inconvenient." After speaking, she gently broke free from Lin Feng's embrace, stood up, her eyes carrying a trace of playfulness and shyness.
Lin Feng smiled slightly and nodded, his eyes full of doting affection.
He watched as Qing Xuan gracefully walked to a corner of the room and took out a lighter, softer silk gown from the wardrobe. The gown shimmered faintly under the light, as if it were specially prepared for this warm moment.
With her back to Lin Feng, Qing Xuan changed into the silk gown. Her movements were elegant and shy, yet every single one just so happened to brush past the most beautiful parts of her body, pulling at Lin Feng's heartstrings.
After changing, she turned around, her face flushed with an even more charming blush. The silk gown clung gently to her body, outlining her graceful figure.
She stood there, her posture proud. Her slender yet curvaceous figure was faintly visible under the light silk gown, exuding an indescribable charm.
The Goddess of Life had changed out of her usual clothes. Dressed like this, it was as if an aloof and cold fairy had suddenly become charming and seductive. The visual experience brought by the contrast was the most direct.
Lin Feng's gaze was instantly captivated.
Qing Xuan lowered her head slightly, the blush on her cheeks even more vivid. She could also seem to feel Lin Feng's heated gaze, and a feeling of both shyness and sweetness welled up in her heart. She gently bit her lower lip, then slowly walked towards Lin Feng.
"Xiao Feng..." Qing Xuan's voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz, yet it carried an undisguisable coyness. "Do I... look good like this?"
"Naturally."
Lin Feng responded softly.
"Mmm."
Qing Xuan fell into Lin Feng's arms. Only when they were truly in contact did Lin Feng feel how light this silk gown was. Just by touching it, he could feel the softness of the skin underneath.
"Xiao Feng, I really like you so much." Qing Xuan's voice trembled slightly. She could no longer restrain her emotions at this moment and only wanted to pour out all the love in her heart. Her soft hand pressed against Lin Feng's abdomen, and her head buried itself in his chest, greedily breathing in his scent.
"Ah?!"
With a cry of surprise, Qing Xuan was laid flat on the bed. Her black hair spread out like a waterfall, creating a sharp contrast with the white quilt, which made her skin look as white as snow, delicate and moving.
A smile in her eyes, Qing Xuan reached her hands upwards and smiled. "Xiao Feng, hold me." That voice was so charming to the extreme. For such a voice to come from the lips of the Goddess of Life was simply criminal...
In the room, Lin Feng gradually leaned down...
"Mmm..."
In this quiet space, only the sound of their intertwined breathing and Qing Xuan's soft moans remained.
The next day at noon.
Sunlight filtered through the elegant curtains and灑進 Qing Xuan's room, adding a bit of warmth and brightness to the cozy little cabin. Lin Feng and Qing Xuan lay wrapped in each other's arms, both immersed in the sweetness of the previous night, unwilling to wake up.
Qing Xuan opened her eyes first. She looked at the sleeping Lin Feng beside her, and an indescribable happiness welled up in her heart. She gently reached out and caressed Lin Feng's face. The gentle touch filled her heart with love.
"So that kind of thing is so wonderful, so intoxicating." Qing Xuan murmured to herself in her heart, a shy yet satisfied smile appearing on her face.
She moved her body gently, not wanting to disturb Lin Feng's sleep, but Lin Feng still felt her movement and slowly opened his eyes.
"Morning, Qing Xuan." Lin Feng's voice was hoarse from just waking up, yet exceptionally gentle. He reached out and pulled Qing Xuan into his arms. The two of them just held each other quietly, enjoying this moment of peace and warmth.
"Mmm." Qing Xuan smiled radiantly and buried her head in Lin Feng's embrace, feeling his strong heartbeat.
"Morning, Xiao Feng. How do you feel?" She asked softly, her tone carrying a hint of playfulness and anticipation.
Lin Feng chuckled, lowered his head, and placed a kiss on Qing Xuan's forehead. "I feel better than ever, especially..." He deliberately dragged out his words, a mischievous glint in his eyes.
Qing Xuan's cheeks turned red, and she gently tapped Lin Feng's chest. "You're so bad, you're still talking about it..." Her gaze shifted to a corner of the room. There, several bedsheets were placed.
The sap of the Ancient Tree of Life had stained and soaked them through.