A glance at Li Chu ruined a lifetime; from then on, Zhang Lang was a stranger.

Miss Ge was lying on her bed, her hair disheveled, her face sallow and dull. Her once fair and plump cheeks had become sunken and thin, and her still beautiful eyes were devoid of spirit.

But she didn't care. Because as long as she entered her dreams, she could regain her Beautiful as Flowers and Jade appearance, even more beautiful than before.

Wasn't it enough to look good in front of her beloved?

She had been feeling increasingly weak and powerless lately. Just shouting at those matchmakers had left her dizzy.

She hadn't wanted to yell, but those matchmakers had gone too far. They praised every mediocre man as peerless on earth, when in reality, they were all after her family's fortune!

If those men were brought here, they wouldn't even be fit to carry Zhang Lang's shoes.

Hmph.

As she was recovering her energy, she heard footsteps again. The Little Maid came to the outside of the screen and said, "Miss, Master is bringing someone to see you."

Miss Ge's brows furrowed again. She said angrily, "Didn't I say I wouldn't see anyone? Tell all those people to... Ugh..."

Before she could finish speaking, her voice gradually faded.

She thought she might be seeing things.

What did I see?

A broad, sight-blocking, detestable fatty. Oh, it was my Father.

Behind the fatty followed a young man in a Daoist robe, dressed in green with a white shirt, his long robes flowing, exuding an air of effortless elegance. His hair was styled with twin clouds falling, casually held by a bamboo hairpin, appearing casual yet full of charm.

His eyes sparkled with brilliant light, as if countless stars had shattered within them.

His nose and lips, why could they be so perfect? Why!

Could such a face and demeanor truly exist?

"Ah--"

Miss Ge couldn't help but blush, letting out a soft moan.

Master Ge hurried forward and asked, "My dear, what's wrong? Are you not feeling well?"

"Mmm." Miss Ge quickly covered her mouth.

What? That sound was clearly a moan from her heart.

She had actually... made a sound unconsciously...

It was too embarrassing.

But seeing such a face, who could hold back?

Li Chu's gaze swept over, meeting Miss Ge's eyes.

In that instant, she felt the Little Daoist Priest's eyes were like two sharp arrows, piercing her heart. With a clear shattering sound, something seemed to flow out.

Warm, slippery.

Heavens.

There is such an ethereal and stunning man in this world.

The tears of West Lake, my waters.

I am willing to become a flame with you!

Li Chu looked at Miss Ge and thought to himself, her forehead was dark, her complexion gloomy, her eyes unfocused... and there was eye discharge. This was indeed a sign of being drained of Yang Energy by a Ghost.

Wang Longqi, who had been troubled by the Ghost Bride for a night, was just like this.

However, Miss Ge was even more severe. If this wasn't stopped, she would likely die in a few more days.

After meeting his gaze for more than two breaths, Miss Ge's heart almost stopped beating.

He's gazing at me affectionately, oh my god, oh my god, oh my god!

Wait a moment.

Miss Ge suddenly remembered, had she not washed her face for three days?

Could there still be eye discharge in my eyes?

Ah.

She quickly covered her face with the quilt.

Master Ge saw his daughter's expression change from moment to moment, her eyes darting around, and suddenly she was too ashamed to be seen. He became worried.

"My dear, what's wrong?"

Miss Ge hid behind the quilt and said in a muffled voice, "Father, don't say anything more, I am willing!"

"Ah?" Master Ge was stunned: "Willing to do what?"

"Who brought him here?" Miss Ge extended a withered hand, pointing at Li Chu.

"I brought him here," Li Xinyi said.

Miss Ge stole a glance at her, looking somewhat confused. "Which family's matchmaker are you? I don't think I've seen you... Never mind, you can go collect the hundred taels of reward money. I agree to this marriage."

Li Xinyi blinked.

Me...

What the hell kind of matchmaker am I?

I've been at your house performing exorcisms for two days, and you don't even remember who I am?

And...

Agree to which marriage? Don't tell me you've taken a liking to Little Daoist Priest Li? You're dreaming!

It's fine if you agree? Did I agree? Did the millions of women in Yuhang Town agree?

So angry.

But I still have to smile.

Li Xinyi forced a smile. "Miss Ge, you might have misunderstood. I'm not a matchmaker."

"Hmm?" Miss Ge's eyes darted around. "Whether you're a matchmaker or not isn't important. Is he here for a blind date?"

Li Chu looked bewildered. "Of course not."

"Uh." Miss Ge fainted without another word.

"Good heavens! Good heavens!" Master Ge quickly patted her face and pinched her philtrum, saying, "Little Daoist Priest Li, my daughter is very weak right now. Please be gentle when you speak and don't agitate her."

"My apologies."

After quite a bit of fuss, Miss Ge was finally woken up again.

Miss Ge looked weakly at Li Chu. "You... you're not here for a blind date?"

Master Ge immediately looked nervously at Li Chu.

Li Chu pondered for a moment, then said, "To put it delicately, absolutely not."

Miss Ge's vision went black, and she almost fainted again.

Fortunately, Li Xinyi slapped her across the face, bringing her back to her senses on the spot.

She cupped her burning cheek and looked at the others blankly.

Li Xinyi nudged Li Chu with her chin, indicating that he was the one who did it.

Miss Ge's face immediately broke into a blissful smile. The burning sensation on her face turned into a secret pleasure.

"Ah."

Li Chu said with a serious expression, "Miss Ge, your current situation is very dangerous. We are here to save you."

"Ah?" Miss Ge's face instantly showed a look of terror. "Really?"

"Mm." Li Chu nodded. "You are likely being deceived by a Nightmare. It's stealing your Yang Energy. If this continues, you could die within three days."

"It's so wicked! What should we do?" Miss Ge opened her big eyes, looking at Li Chu fragilely and helplessly.

Li Chu said, "Meet it as usual tonight. I will try to see if I can eliminate that Ghost."

"Okay, Young Daoist, you must save me." Miss Ge seized the opportunity to hold Li Chu's hand. "I'm only nineteen, I don't want to die yet."

"Miss Ge, please rest assured, we will do our utmost."

Li Chu calmly withdrew his arm. His upper body followed with a tactical lean back, creating distance between himself and Miss Ge.

"Then... can you sleep with me tonight? I'm scared--" Miss Ge asked, her eyelashes fluttering.

"Huh?" Li Chu and Master Ge were both stunned.

Li Xinyi quickly said, "We will monitor the situation in the inner room from the outer room at all times. Miss Ge, please rest assured, we will never leave you alone."

"That's what I meant." Miss Ge's face turned red, and she said shyly.

"..." Li Xinyi was speechless.

Her eyes widened like copper bells. She had seen through Miss Ge's little trick long ago and couldn't help but sneer inwardly.

You might be a maiden in reality, but you've had continuous heavy rain in your dreams for so many days. What are you pretending to be pure for?

So the Purple-Clad Guard from Facing Heaven Pavilion snorted and said, "But Miss Ge, don't get carried away by your Zhang Lang when the time comes and become infatuated again. If you can't control yourself, then we can't save you either."

"Zhang Lang?"

Miss Ge was startled. Her eyelashes flickered non-stop, and her face was full of "Who is he?"

This made Li Xinyi sigh in admiration.

Impressive. Truly remarkable. You've got guts, Ge Cuihua.

Thanks to "Big Bell Loves Watermelon" for the 500 reward, thanks to "Shi Nian Miao Devil King" for the 300 reward, thanks to "Jackson Hannah" for the 100 reward.

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