2. Potent Low-level Lightning Magic

Tang Yue had been away for nearly half a year, so the story was naturally long. By the time she finished a brief recount, it was already dusk.

"Gurgle gurgle~"

Only when Tang Miao's stomach couldn't take it anymore and started growling did the two of them get up and jump down from the Dark Serpent's head.

Tang Yue was a bit better off, after all, she was now an Intermediate Mage.

After leaving the center of the lake, they headed toward their village. The Dark Serpent also shrank its body and coiled around Tang Miao's shoulder.

Seeing this, Tang Yue sighed helplessly and said, "Do you take it with you every day..."

"Yeah! It's my loyal little fan now."

Tang Miao glanced at the mini Dark Serpent on his shoulder, then turned his gaze to Tang Yue, his eyes practically turning into heart shapes.

Tang Yue, annoyed, reached out and pinched Tang Miao's ear, scolding, "Didn't I tell you? The big guy can't leave here!!"

"Ow ow ow..."

Tang Miao was on the verge of tears... After all, he'd been flirting with her like she was his future wife, and now she was practically becoming his elder...

Seeing Tang Miao's exaggerated wailing, Tang Yue said helplessly, "Come on~ I haven't even used any force yet!"

Tang Miao slipped out of her jade-like grip, then reached out and wrapped his arm around her slender waist. With a slight pull, they stood face to face, and he grinned, "Oh, I'm just practicing first!"

The two were pressed close together, and the feeling—Tang Miao was absolutely thrilled!

Tang Yue felt the pressure and blushed a little, wanting to escape Tang Miao's embrace. But somehow, his strength was greater than hers? She couldn't push him away at all...

Seeing Tang Miao pucker his lips and lean in, Tang Yue instinctively reached out to block him, asking in surprise, "When did you get so strong!?"

Even though she was a woman, she was still an Intermediate Mage.

While mages weren't known for their physical toughness, there was no way she should be unable to break free from an ordinary person's hold, right!?

Realizing a kiss was off the table, Tang Miao had to say, "Ah~ I was just caught up listening to your story. You don't know yet, do you? I'm a mage now too."

Hearing this, Tang Yue was startled. "You awakened!?"

But then, she quickly felt something was off. Although almost everyone in this village was a mage, if anyone awakened, her uncle, Tang Zhong, would know immediately. He might not pay attention to others, but Tang Miao, chosen by the Dark Serpent, couldn't possibly go unnoticed, right!?

Then she hurriedly asked, "When did this happen? How come I didn't know?"

Seeing her puzzled expression, Tang Miao let go of her. Then he replied, "Well, your phone's been unreachable, so I haven't had a chance to tell you yet."

With that, Tang Miao began connecting his Star Seeds. One... three... until the seventh Star Seed aligned with the other six.

In an instant, within the dazzling and beautiful Stardust, a stunning Star Trail appeared. This trail glowed with the purple Star Energy of lightning, using the first Star Seed as a medium, like a meteor dragging a long, magnificent purple tail as it streaked past the other six Star Seeds!

The Star Trail was complete!

The magic manifested!

"Purple Firmament, Thunder Seal, Serpent Mark!"

As Tang Miao completed his spell, he blasted it toward the ground in the distance.

"Boom~!"

A bolt of purple lightning, deeper in hue than ordinary Lightning Magic, struck straight down from the sky. Then, a semicircular crater five or six meters wide appeared on the ground.

Staring at the cracked earth where the lightning had struck, Tang Yue's mouth fell wide open... For a moment, she couldn't believe it was real.

"This..."

Tang Yue didn't know what to say. She looked around to make sure no one was there, then came to Tang Miao's side, grabbed him, and pulled him toward the woods.

Suddenly being dragged by Tang Yue toward the small forest, Tang Miao's mind wandered into all sorts of fantasies... After all, this was usually something he liked to do!

Once they entered the woods, Tang Yue checked again to ensure no outsiders were around. Then, with a serious expression, she looked at Tang Miao and said, "Tang Miao, tell me the truth. What's going on? Have you... have you... come into contact with any strange people!?"

Tang Miao had been about to mention the mosquitoes here—outdoor fun was exciting, but getting bitten by one was absolutely miserable.

But hearing Tang Yue's question and seeing how serious she was, he understood. This woman was afraid he'd gotten involved with the Black Vatican.

Even though he knew Tang Yue was worried about him, the danger of the Black Vatican wasn't something Tang Zhong had only muttered about a dozen times—he'd read the novels himself!

"What are you thinking? The Dark Serpent is with me all day. You can ask it—have I been in contact with anyone else!?"

The Dark Serpent seemed to sense that Tang Yue had wronged its little boss.

"Hiss~" It flicked its tongue, explaining for Tang Miao.

Seeing the Dark Serpent vouch for him and Tang Miao's displeased expression at being doubted, Tang Yue let out a sigh of relief. She reached out her jade-like hand, looped it around Tang Miao's arm, and gently shook it, saying in a sweet voice, "I was just afraid you're too young and naive, that's all. I didn't mean I don't trust you."

And honestly, Tang Miao, who had been pretty annoyed, felt all his irritation vanish the moment he felt that soft touch...

"Can't you use a different method? You always pull this one."

Tang Yue blinked her seductive eyes and smiled, "It doesn't matter how many methods there are, as long as it works, right?"

Knowing Tang Miao's temper flared up and died down quickly with her, she still felt bad for doubting him without reason. So she explained again, "I was just worried you'd be tricked by the Black Vatican, that's why I got so tense. I didn't mean I don't trust you."

Tang Miao waved his hand and said, "Your husband isn't stupid. How could I be fooled by those shady bastards?"

Hearing his self-proclaimed title, Tang Yue let go of his arm, took a step back, and spat lightly, "What husband? Shameless..."

The softness was gone~ The faint fragrance faded too. Tang Miao complained, "Hey hey hey! You agreed to marry me—that wasn't just yesterday!"

Tang Yue gave Tang Miao a flirtatious, coquettish eye-roll, then lightly spat, "And you said you'd let me live carefree like a princess. Now it seems like you're the one acting like a crown prince."

Tang Miao licked his lips and said, "That was before. From now on, big bro's got your back. How about we go get the marriage certificate first?"

Tang Yue's cheeks burned hot. She spat a fragrant breath at Tang Miao, lifted her chin with a hint of pride, and walked ahead on her own, completely ignoring him.

Get the certificate now?

What would people think of her?

After all, Tang Miao was only sixteen!

Watching her soft hips sway, Tang Miao muttered to himself, "Wonder when I'll hit a home run." Then he trotted after her, all eager.

But after a few steps, Tang Yue suddenly stopped. Tang Miao, as if not noticing, bumped straight into her and wrapped his arms around her to keep her from falling.