The spring breeze was gentle, and the morning in Chenglou Village felt particularly refreshing, with the lingering joy of the wedding still resonating in every corner. One morning, Lin Tiantian, filled with an irresistible enthusiasm, jumped out of bed early, deciding to prepare a delightful breakfast for Shue Ling. She busied herself in the kitchen, occasionally humming a cheerful tune, and even the kitchen utensils that were not quite easy to handle seemed lively in her hands.
Shue Ling woke up a little later, drawn by the enticing aromas and sounds coming from the kitchen. He strolled over leisurely and saw Lin Tiantian focused on her tasks. He couldn't help but chuckle softly, "Good morning, my wife. What new dish are you creating today?"
Lin Tiantian turned around and flashed a mischievous smile: "Good morning, Shue Ling. Today is our special breakfast day, I promise it will surprise you." She said, then turned back to focus on her cooking.
Shue Ling walked over, gently tucked her hair behind her ear, and softly said, "I've already been pleasantly surprised by the aroma. But don't tire yourself out too much."
Lin Tiantian turned around with a serious expression: "As you know, I am a person with a sense of mission. Although there may be some small accidents—" Before she could finish her sentence, a small "accident" followed, and the frying pan suddenly emitted a large amount of smoke.
Shue Ling couldn't help but laugh and quickly picked up a nearby cloth to help out: "It seems that we've added a 'smoked' process to our breakfast today."
Lin Tiantian pretended to be angry and patted his hand: "Hmph, always teasing me. Just wait, you'll see how capable I am."
Although the first breakfast in the morning was not perfect, their laughter filled the small kitchen with warmth. This is a microcosm of the newlywed life of Lin Tiantian and Shue Ling - whether busy or leisurely, whether ordinary or special days, they can find happiness belonging to the two of them in every moment.
As the days passed, whether it was tidying up the house, shopping for daily necessities, or exploring the scenery of the village, the two found joy in each other's company. Every day, they were learning how to be better partners for one another and how to deepen their relationship.
For Shue Ling, he learned to find ways to cope with Lin Tiantian's liveliness and occasional temper; for Lin Tiantian, she gradually understood the tenderness and care hidden beneath Shue Ling's seemingly indifferent exterior. In these days, their love flowed like the long river outside Chenglou Village, endless and continuous.
However, the responsibilities and mission of being a Demon Hunter were never forgotten by them. After a few days of sweetness and tranquility, the three of them—Lin Tiantian, Lin Ting, and Shue Ling—decided to resume their duties as Demon Hunters to maintain harmony and order in the human world.
One morning, Lin Ting was flipping through an ancient tome in the courtyard, which contained information about various monsters and methods to deal with them. Lin Tiantian sat nearby, occasionally casting curious glances, while Shue Ling quietly stood at a distance, observing the scene.
Lin Tiantian couldn't help but ask, "Brother, where are we going this time? Is there any new demon? I can't wait to get started!"
Lin Ting looked up at her and smiled, "Tiantian, not all demons are better just because they are new. Our mission this time is to investigate the recent mysterious demonic energy appearing in the West Mountain area. It is said that villagers there have been disappearing frequently lately."
Shue Ling walked over at this time and said lightly, "Xishan... that's a place full of strange legends. If what you said is true, then this mission might not be too simple."
Lin Tiantian immediately perked up upon hearing this, "Ha, isn't that great? It's even more challenging! I'm already itching to go!"
Lin Ting shook her head helplessly and said to Shue Ling, " Shue Ling, this time we will act together as a team of three. With you here, we will have more confidence in facing the monsters."
Shue Ling nodded in agreement. Although he was not very talkative, he felt indescribable joy in being able to fight alongside Lin Tiantian.
The three of them quickly finished their preparations and decided to set off early the next day. That night, Lin Tiantian lay in bed, finding it difficult to fall asleep, filled with anticipation.
The next day, when the first light of dawn streamed through the window, Lin Tiantian had already jumped out of bed and changed into her demon-slaying outfit - a lightweight and tight-fitting battle suit, with her shape-shifting spirit sword hanging from her waist. She walked out of the room to find Lin Ting and Shue Ling waiting for her outside.
Lin Ting looked at her and smiled slightly, "It seems like our little Tiantian is the most exciting one."
Lin Tiantian pouted and said defiantly, "Hmph, who said that? I am fully prepared for this!"
Shue Ling looked at her quietly, a hint of a smile in his eyes, but he didn't speak.
The three of them walked out of the village and set foot on the road to the West Mountain. Along the way, Lin Tiantian was lively from time to time, as if trying to dispel the loneliness of the journey. Lin Tingze reminded her to be safe from time to time, while Shue Ling walked silently behind, always alert to the surroundings.
Near the edge of the Western Mountain, they encountered their first obstacle - a group of suddenly appearing bandits. The bandits, upon seeing them, flashed a greedy look in their eyes and brandished their weapons as they charged towards them.
Lin Tiantian tightened the grip on the spiritual sword in her hand, a glint of determination flashing in her eyes: "Perfect timing, I was just looking for some exercise to stretch my muscles!"
Lin Ting also drew his pair of nimble short swords, standing beside Lin Tiantian, ready to fight. Shue Ling lightly waved the long whip in his hand, gathering the power of ice and snow at the tip of the whip, ready to launch an attack at any time.
When the bandits rushed towards them, Lin Tiantian shouted loudly and rushed forward first. Her spirit sword drew beautiful arcs in the air, each swing carrying powerful force. Lin Ting and Shue Ling were not to be outdone, they cooperated seamlessly and quickly defeated the bandits one by one.
After the battle, Lin Tiantian wiped the sweat from her forehead and proudly said, "It looks like the three of us are still invincible!"
After defeating the bandits, the three continued to advance deeper into the western mountains. Lin Tiantian was full of energy along the way, occasionally taking out her newly purchased peculiar little items to play with, or telling Shue Ling and Lin Ting interesting stories from the market, making the originally silent journey full of laughter and joy.
Shue Ling occasionally gives a bitter smile, but most of the time, there is a gentle light in his eyes. He is already accustomed to Lin Tiantian's various "creative" ideas and sudden whims.
Lin Tingze occasionally reminds the two to be careful. Although his attitude is serious, there is also an expectation in his eyes for this mission. In his view, this is not just a demon-slaying journey, but also an opportunity to deepen their mutual experience.
As they ventured deeper into the Western Mountains, the demonic aura gradually thickened, and Lin Ting's expression grew serious. He stopped in his tracks and quietly said to Lin Tiantian and Shue Ling, "From here on, we might encounter real demons. Everyone, be careful."
Lin Tiantian tightened her grip on the spirit sword in her hand and nodded with determination, "Don't worry, Brother. With you and Shue Ling here, we will be just fine."
Shue Ling silently gathered his ice and snow power, ready to engage at any moment.
Before long, they arrived at a deep valley. The valley was shrouded in mist, with poor visibility, and a chilling aura rose from the depths. Just then, a sharp shriek pierced the silence as a massive demon leaped out of the fog, charging straight at the three of them.
Lin Tiantian, undaunted, raised her spiritual sword and charged forward. Shue Ling and Lin Ting quickly joined the assault, the three of them working together seamlessly to encircle the demon.
Seeing this, the demon let out an even more furious screech, its demonic aura intensifying. However, despite their combined efforts, it ultimately found itself unable to cope with the situation.
After a fierce battle, the Demon finally fell. Lin Tiantian stepped forward and used her spiritual sword to extract its demon core, preventing it from resurrecting and posing a threat again.
Once the battle was over, Lin Tiantian looked at the demon core in her hand and couldn't help but smile, "Wow, this haul is pretty good!"
Shue Ling walked over and pinched her cheek. "You've worked hard. This victory proves our strength."
Lin Tingze was checking the surrounding environment to ensure no other demons were lurking. "This time, we indeed did not come in vain. With this demon dealt with, the villagers of Xishan should be able to rest easy."
As the lingering glow of the sunset shone on them, the shadows of the three people stretched long.
On the way back to the village, Lin Tiantian suddenly said, "Do you think we should start planning our next trip? I heard there's a very interesting place by the East Sea..."
Shue Ling and Lin Ting exchanged smiles, knowing that this proposal was undoubtedly another new experience. But this was exactly what they had been hoping for—to explore every corner of this world with their dearest companions.
Outside Chenglou Village, the figures of the three gradually faded away, but their story was just beginning.
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