From awkward fumbling to practiced ease, from feigned resistance to being swept away by desire.
Before long, the two of them had found their rhythm.
Their heavy breaths mingled in the still air, carrying the faint scent of one another as they entwined tightly.
Xiao Ze's Adam's apple bobbed softly. His gaze was fixed on her flushed cheeks, unable to pull away. They were tender pink, dewy after being lovingly nourished.
Zi Yan turned her gaze slightly aside, not daring to meet his eyes. But the next moment, he drew her into his arms with an even tighter embrace.
After who knew how long, their breathing gradually steadied, and only their faint panting remained in the room.
Xiao Ze loosened his arms around her, but didn't let her get far. His fingertips gently brushed the sweat-damp strands from her cheek. The heat in his eyes had cooled somewhat, replaced by a hint of earnestness and tenderness.
"Zi Yan." His voice was still a little hoarse as he spoke, his seriousness unmistakable. "Will you marry me?"
She froze. The blush that had yet to fade from her cheeks deepened. Avoiding his gaze, she nervously twisted the edge of his clothes between her fingers. After a while, she finally looked up. Her voice was as faint as a mosquito's hum, yet it reached his ears clearly. "I will."
``` [ Ding! Congratulations, Host, on marrying SSS-grade Zi Yan. Marriage rewards are being issued...]
[ Ding! Marriage reward issued: Six-Star Dou Sheng strength!]
[ Ding! Marriage reward issued: High Heaven-Ranked Dou Technique: Heavenly Gang World-Extinguishing Palm!]
[ Ding! Marriage dowry issued: Three-Star Dou Sheng strength!]
[ Ding! Marriage dowry issued: Ninth-Grade Divine Medicine · Purple Heaven Dragon Origin Pill!]
[Description: Refined using the heart's blood of the Ancient Void Dragon Emperor's royal clan