It's my fault if I can't take it off

A Symbol of Unwavering Love.

Upon receiving this information, Xiao Wu's eyes shimmered, and a poignant love story slowly unfolded in her mind.

Legend has it.

A Flower Immortal from the Upper Realm fell in love with a young man who tended to plants. She secretly left the immortal realm to be with him, enjoying their time together. Alas, happiness was short-lived, as the difference between immortals and mortals was too great. The Flower Immortal was forced to return to the Upper Realm. The young man was consumed by lovesickness and despair.

Later, guided by an enlightened master, he learned that his beloved's true form was a peony. If her true form were destroyed, she would lose her immortal body forever and descend to the mortal realm, reuniting with him.

Though the young man loved his wife dearly, he could not bear to destroy the peony. Instead, he diligently resumed his care for the flowers, cherishing them. He wept day and night until his tears ran dry and his heart broke.

Ultimately, he died of heartbreak. On his deathbed, he shed his blood onto the peony petals, which turned into the crimson hues seen on the petals today, giving rise to the Lovesick Heartbreak Red!

After receiving the information passed by Ye Qiu.

Xiao Wu felt a bit dazed.

In her heart, this immortal herb was more than just a gift; it was Ye Qiu's acknowledgment of her.

He believed she could pick it, which meant he must like her a lot and didn't want to leave her.

"Ye Qiu, are you really going to give it to Xiao Wu sister?" Xiao Wu stared blankly at Ye Qiu, she really liked this flower.

"Do my words lie?" Ye Qiu smiled faintly. Of course, he sincerely wanted to give this flower to the little rabbit. This way, even if he took her elsewhere in the future, her identity wouldn't be exposed.

But Ye Qiu also felt a little worried.

He worried if Xiao Wu could successfully pick it now.

Or perhaps, she could have picked it originally. But after learning about him and Dugu Yan, she had a thorn in her heart and couldn't pick it anymore.

"I, I can definitely pick it!"

Sensing Ye Qiu's worry, Xiao Wu's watery eyes stared intently at Ye Qiu, quickly expressing her resolve. She squeezed Ye Qiu's hand with her small hand, her gaze unwavering.

"Ye Qiu…?"

Xiao Wu called out softly, looking confusedly at Ye Qiu, who had withdrawn his hand.

A flash of dazzling purple light flickered in Ye Qiu's eyes, and the world within them became incredibly clear. He could see Xiao Wu's true form with perfect clarity. A pink, tender, and still-growing pink rabbit.

Xiao Wu's pretty face turned red, and she quickly covered her chest. Ye Qiu's gaze seemed to see right through her.

Under Xiao Wu's strange gaze, Ye Qiu scanned his surroundings, then closed his eyes to sense carefully.

In the Sunset Forest, Ye Qiu had also gained another ability: active sensing. This was developed over more than a month of daily exposure to thousand-year-old snake Soul Beast, similar to thermal imaging.

After a swim in the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well and absorbing the Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew, this ability further improved, merging with Spider Sense.

He was currently sensing his surroundings for the presence of any powerful individuals. The stronger a person's Soul Power, the more brightly they appeared in Ye Qiu's perception.

After a thorough check.

Ye Qiu finally collected his thoughts, a smile playing on his lips. Good, that old rascal Tang Hao wasn't around for now. He wondered where he was off drinking himself into a stupor again.

"Xiao Wu, come with me."

Ye Qiu stood up and said happily to Xiao Wu, then walked out of the Seventh Dorm.

"Ye Qiu. Wait for me."

Xiao Wu hurriedly followed, taking Ye Qiu's hand proactively, sticking close to him, lowering her head slightly, her face flushed, and following closely behind.

They left under the strange gazes of everyone in the Seventh Dorm.

On this day of returning to school.

The main road of Notting Academy was filled with passing pedestrians. The sun was high in the sky. Students and teachers like Old Jack, exhausted from their travels, were either busy packing or resting in bed.

Xiao Wu stayed close to Ye Qiu, feeling as if, even under the scorching sun, standing beside Ye Qiu brought a hint of coolness.

In reality, this was the effect of the Octagonal Mysterious Ice Grass and the Infernal Delicate Apricot, two immortal herbs. Ye Qiu's body and its surroundings were always warm in winter and cool in summer.

A moment later.

Ye Qiu brought Xiao Wu to a corner of a teaching building.

At this time.

There would definitely be no one around here, but to be safe, Ye Qiu scanned the area thoroughly. Once confirmed, he let go of Xiao Wu.

"Alright, this is the place."

As the words fell, under Xiao Wu's expectant and curious gaze, Ye Qiu patted the Ruyi Baibao Pouch at his waist.

A red light sprang from the Ruyi Baibao Pouch and appeared in Ye Qiu's hand.

It was a blood-red flower, like a peony.

Beneath it was a strange stone, with a slender branch rooted in it. The branch supported a few elongated leaves that formed a calyx.

The calyx held slender petals stained with crimson blood, forming a blooming, exquisitely beautiful, blood-red peony.

Xiao Wu's heart trembled. Her crimson eyes, filled with excitement, reflected the image of the enchanting red flower before her. She couldn't help but reach out and gently touch the slender petals twice, exclaiming, "So beautiful."

"It really is beautiful."

Ye Qiu chuckled softly, holding the Lovesick Heartbreak Red floating in his hand and offering it to Xiao Wu.

"Try it~ If you can't pick it, don't force yourself. It's not your fault, I have other things I can give you."

"No, I can definitely pick it!"

Xiao Wu pouted, glanced at Ye Qiu, pursed her lips, her throat felt a little sweet, and she spat out a mouthful of blood onto the petals.

The flower was no ordinary item; it chose its master.

When picking the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, one's thoughts and feelings should be solely focused on their beloved. If there was even a hint of wavering, one wouldn't be able to pick the flower, even if they bled to death.

At the very bottom, the stone from which the Lovesick Heartbreak Red was rooted was called Wu Jue. If one tried to forcibly pick it, the immortal herb would lose all its medicinal properties.

However, if it was successfully picked, as long as the flower remained by its owner's side, it would never wither.

Watching Xiao Wu's blood splatter onto the petals, Ye Qiu couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

As Xiao Wu's blood touched the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, all she could think of were scenes of Ye Qiu spanking her, bullying her, accompanying her shopping, cultivating, and conquering the world.

She really didn't want to leave Ye Qiu at all.

The blood-splattered flower swayed twice.

To Ye Qiu's pleasantly surprised gaze, it fell into Xiao Wu's palm.

A genuine smile bloomed on Xiao Wu's face, like a child who aced an exam and was seeking praise. Beaming, she joyfully exclaimed, "Ye Qiu! I, I picked it, I picked it!"

"I see."

Ye Qiu gently embraced Xiao Wu, who was eagerly trying to snuggle into his arms. The Lovesick Heartbreak Red in her hand was as beautiful and stunning as she was.

Ye Qiu raised his hand and ruffled her hair. Xiao Wu gently shook her head, thoroughly enjoying his touch.

"Since you've picked it, eat it then."

Wishing everyone a happy life!