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I rubbed my aching head as I got out of bed and went downstairs with Tian Yuan. Just as the door closed behind us, a gray, hazy shadow appeared in the dark corner, holding a black staff that twisted upward like a branching tree, each segment adorned with a droplet-like object.
A black orb of light shot up from the bed and fell into one of the droplets, shimmering briefly before vanishing completely, leaving only the glow of dawn gradually illuminating the earth.
I paused, sensing something behind me, but when I turned around, there was nothing there. Shaking my head and patting it lightly, I noticed Tian Yuan looking up at me. "What's wrong?"
"I just feel like that dream was terrifying, but I can't remember it. It's as if I've forgotten something important, but I can't recall what it is."
"It's probably for the best. Nightmares love to consume people's dreams; once they do, they're gone. But there's a rumor that they can devour souls through these dreams, so just be careful."
"Yeah."
As Tian Yuan and I continued downstairs, we hadn't even spotted Jun Chong when his voice reached us. My nose tinged with emotion, and upon seeing his tall figure, the mist blurred my vision instantly. The words I wanted to call out caught in my throat as his voice penetrated my ears.
"Why do you always like to cry? You shouldn't cry anymore."
A cool breath enveloped me in an instant. It had only been a few days since we last met, yet it felt like a reunion after eons apart. I looked up at his handsome features, my heart momentarily stopping. My trembling hands reached up to touch his face; my lips quivered several times but no sound came out.
Jun Chong still exuded charm; his thick brows arched slightly with a warmth rarely seen by outsiders. His eyes were clear as water, and his smile was like blooming flowers, with lips that curled up in infinite affection.
"Are you stunned?" He pinched my cheek and leaned in for a kiss despite the presence of others. Though it was fleeting like a dragonfly's touch, it sent ripples through me. "Why aren't you speaking?" He squinted slightly at Tian Yuan beside me. "Fox, what's wrong with her?"
"Wah—"
Suddenly, I burst into tears, my sobs filled with despair and sorrow. Tears flowed uncontrollably like an open faucet as I clutched Jun Chong's shirt tightly, crying without end.
"Jun Chong, you're finally safe! I was so worried! I know it's my fault; I shouldn't have—shouldn't have—"
"Shouldn't have what?" Jun Chong smiled gently as he let me cry, reaching out to wipe away my tears without a hint of anger.
Shouldn't have what?
I didn't know either. The memories of sealing him away were vivid in my mind; I felt guilty for whatever wrong I had done to him and sought his forgiveness. Yet when the words were on the tip of my tongue, I couldn't recall anything at all. My mind was blank as if someone had wiped it clean.
"I don't know either, I forgot."
I pouted, feeling quite wronged.
Jun Chong burst into laughter, "Forgetting is the best. Remember, you didn't do anything wrong to me. I broke the seal this time thanks to you. So I should thank you and apologize for worrying you when I got hurt. It won't happen again next time."
As Jun Chong spoke, Shizui revealed a subtle expression, glancing at me lightly but keeping his lips tightly pressed together without saying a word. I had no doubts about him; in my eyes, Jun Chong would never lie to me, so I trusted him unconditionally.
"Enough of your sweet nothings here," Molin interrupted our reunion with a scowl, looking down at me, who had turned into a tear-streaked mess. "It's just a little injury. Who doesn't get hurt when breaking a seal? Look at you."
I stuck my tongue out at him and huffed, "What do I care about your opinion! If you have the ability, go find someone to be lovey-dovey with too! I think Qianqian is just fine."
Upon hearing Qianqian's name, Molin's expression suddenly turned strange, and a rapid blush appeared on his cheeks. I felt like I had discovered something new and became excited, eagerly asking, "Last time it was Chitaki and Qianqian who brought you back to the Sect, didn't something happen? Your blush is really suspicious!"
"Suspicious your head! It's just that it's too hot today."
"There’s no sunlight here; what are you getting hot for?" I countered his weak excuse. "Come on, confess honestly. Those who admit their faults will be treated leniently; those who resist will face harsh consequences."
"…"
"Anxin, your interest in the silly one is even stronger than mine!"
Jun Chong suddenly spoke coolly, his tone heavy as he shot me a sidelong glance. I jolted and instinctively hugged him, resting my head on his chest while acting cute. "I said he's silly; it's just for fun."
"You two!" Molin gritted his teeth angrily. "I came all this way to help you guys; is this how you treat your guests?"
"Ah, thank you."
My casual thanks made Molin explode with frustration. In the end, it was Shizui who stepped in to mediate. "Alright now, stop bickering; we need to discuss serious matters."
Molin huffed and leaned back on the sofa with his legs crossed. Jun Chong slightly loosened his hold on me and played with my hair as he said, "There's no rush for this matter. I can't go out yet; this place is too small. Find us somewhere else."
"It's already prepared. After dark, I'll take you all there."
"Mm." Jun Chong shifted his body, wrapping a large hand around my waist, preparing to lift me up. I held onto him, refusing to get up, and curiously asked, "What's going on? Can't you tell me?"
Shizui paused for a moment, looking at Jun Chong. Molin appeared indifferent, while Jun Chong maintained a calm demeanor but spoke firmly to Shizui, "In any case, I disagree. There is no room for negotiation on this matter."
Shizui wore an expression that suggested he had expected this response. He sighed lightly and said, "But Anxin is human. After she graduates, she will need to work. This opportunity is right in front of her; it would be beneficial for her future. You have never experienced the hardships of a human job and don't understand what a good job means to them. Besides, Anxin has family; her parents won't let her stay unemployed forever, right?"
"There are many places where humans can work. Why does it have to be the Su Family?" When Jun Chong said "Su Family," he scoffed, his voice cold as he huffed through his nose. "In short, anything related to Su is absolutely out of the question!"
"But getting in isn't necessarily a mistake; it might be another opportunity for her."
"Don't say anymore." Jun Chong stood up from the sofa, his words laced with anger. "I won't make the same mistake again! This matter ends here. If they continue to pester her, I'll deal with it decisively!"
With a flick of his sleeve, he gently pulled me into his arms and turned to head upstairs. I looked at Shizui's sighing expression and began to understand what was happening from their conversation.
Once upstairs, Jun Chong lay on the bed. The dark bedroom made me uncomfortable, so I turned on a small lamp. In the dim yellow light, Jun Chong's face still appeared pale. I sat on the edge of the bed and reached out to touch his face, my delicate fingers tracing down along his brow.
"Jun Chong—mm!"
As I called his name, he suddenly pressed down hard against me, holding me tightly in his embrace. His suffocating kiss was forceful and impatient, sending my heartbeat soaring to its peak. The sound of our heavy breathing filled the quiet room.
"Anxin."
He called my name as kisses trailed down my body. His large hand roamed over my clothing before finally grasping my curves; the soft touch sent waves of tingling sensations through me. I couldn't help but let out sounds of pleasure as his kisses moved to my neck.
"Anxin, if one day I hurt you, would you hate me?"
I froze, not understanding why he would say such a thing. Turning to look at him, I saw the deep darkness in his intense gaze; Jun Chong wasn't smiling and lacked any hint of desire in his eyes.
My heart inexplicably trembled as I shook my head.
"I wouldn't hate you. But even if it came to that point of hatred, it could only mean that I loved you deeply and couldn't forget you. I've heard that all hatred stems from love; the deeper the hatred, the stronger the love—it's that inability to let go that breeds hatred. But I don't want that; I only want my love for you. If hatred exists, then I'll love you even harder and not care about that hatred; eventually, even the greatest hatred will dissipate!"
I turned back and leaned in to kiss him softly on the lips, smiling earnestly as I looked into his eyes. "Jun Chong, all I want is to love you and live for that love. I've said before that even if I forget everything else, my heart will never change in loving you; therefore, there will be no hatred."
Jun Chong's eyes flickered as he buried his head in my hair, inhaling the fragrance of my locks. His voice was muffled as he said, "Anxin, thank you for your love. I, Jun Chong, swear that as long as I live, I will protect you for eternity. You are my only wife, and once I reclaim my body, I will hold a grand wedding. I want all beings in the Three Realms and Six Paths to know that you are the woman of the Lord of the Abyss!"
My nose tinged with emotion as I reached back to touch his hair, smiling softly. "So can you tell me if Su Ziqian called me? You don’t want me to work at the Su Family, do you? Is that why you had a disagreement with Shizui?"
"How boring," Jun Chong scoffed. "Just because I feel like devouring you a bit doesn’t mean we should talk about that. Let’s do something more enjoyable!"
With that, he unceremoniously unbuttoned my clothing and pulled me into his embrace, looking as if he intended to consume me whole. I pressed my hands firmly against his chest and said seriously, "You’ve just recovered; you need to take it slow. We absolutely cannot do this until you're fully healed!"
"I’m a Spirit; I recover quickly. Look how strong I am! Perhaps being happy will help me recover even faster."
"…"
"No."
Men are like this; when they desire something, they hardly mention any words of restraint. The pleasure of indulging is a great joy in life. I struggled desperately against him but felt increasingly powerless.
At that moment, the door burst open with force. Tian Yuan pressed his little paw against the door and said with utmost seriousness, "Lord of the Abyss, my master has said that your Spirit has suffered serious injuries. Matters between men and women are best avoided; otherwise, if you end up damaged, no one will be able to save you."
Jun Chong's expression darkened, resembling a stern judge as he gritted his teeth and said, "You better hope your master isn’t lying to me; otherwise—" His fingers transformed into claws, and in the next moment, I saw the door Tian Yuan was holding turn to ashes.
Tian Yuan shook violently but still insisted, "It’s absolutely true."
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