Seeing Bai Jinge Again

[Jinge, perhaps we should refrain from meeting for the time being?] Song Wen said.

"No!" Bai Jinge refused resolutely. "Lately, I've been worried about your safety every day. I finally have a chance to see you; how can I miss it!"

[This...]

Song Wen hesitated and remained undecided.

Judging from Bai Jinge's attitude, it seems that not seeing her is not an option.

[Then may you leave the sect alone, without guards, and without informing anyone, especially your father?]

Bai Jinge said, "[My father is currently in seclusion and has no time to check where I go. As for not bringing guards... I'll try; I should be able to get rid of them.]"

Then, the Message Jade Slip fell silent.

Clearly, Bai Jinge has stopped sending messages and intends to come see Song Wen.

Before the time it takes to drink a cup of tea was up, the Message Jade Slip in Song Wen's hand vibrated slightly again; it was a message from Bai Jinge.

I've arrived at Xianfu Teahouse. I came alone. Which tea room are you in?

Upon seeing this message, Song Wen couldn't help but sigh inwardly:

Bai Jinge truly trusted me completely—she came alone without any guards, showing no concern whatsoever that I might harm her.

"[Room No. 36.] "Song Wen reported.

A moment later, there was a loud banging on the door.

Song Wen got up and opened the door.

Suddenly, a white figure crashed into his arms.

Presumably following Song Wen's advice and not wanting outsiders to see her here, Bai Jinge deliberately wore a veil on her face.

Bai Jinge hugged him tightly, burying her head firmly in Song Wen's chest.

"Extreme Yin, I've finally met you."

Song Wen raised his hand and waved it lightly, closing the door in mid-air, then gently patted Bai Jinge's back.

"I miss you too," Song Wen said gently.

After embracing for a long time, Bai Jinge's thoughts gradually calmed down, and she finally raised her head and gazed at Song Wen.

Her eyes were slightly red and filled with tears; she was both excited and aggrieved.

"If you missed me, why didn't you come to see me sooner?"

"Didn't I just say I ran into some trouble?" Song Wen gently flicked her nose.

Bai Jinge's eyebrows gradually curved upwards, revealing a smile.

Her smile, with the moisture still lingering in her eyes, resembled a peach blossom washed by rain, both delicate and vibrant.

It's so good to see you.

As soon as she finished speaking, she tiptoed slightly and pressed her red lips to mine, but then pulled away after a fleeting touch.

Two blushes immediately crept onto her face, making her look charming and shy.

Looking at the luscious red lips so close to his face, Song Wen felt a tremor in his heart and couldn't help but press his lips against hers.

After a long while, their lips parted.

Bai Jinge's body went limp, and she collapsed into Song Wen as if boneless.

Song Wen put his arm around her and walked to sit down on the low couch.

The two leaned on each other, their fingers intertwined.

"Jinge, when did your cultivation reach the peak of the Tribulation Transcendence?" Song Wen asked. He had noticed that Bai Jinge.

"Just recently, I successfully survived my third Heavenly Tribulation. Originally, I had calculated the opening day of the Teleportation Array from Great Granary City to Central Mu City so I could pick you up. Unfortunately, the Heavenly Tribulation came suddenly, and I had to prepare to face it, so I missed the appointed time and couldn't see you right away. You won't blame me, will you?" Bai Jinge said.

"Of course not." Song Wen tightened his grip on her slender waist. "You've successfully weathered the third Heavenly Tribulation, and it won't be long before you ascend to the Lingxu Dao Immortal, free from the constraints of lifespan. We can then live a long and prosperous life together, no longer fearing the relentless passage of time."

Yes! Forever and ever, never to be apart!

Bai Jinge suddenly broke free from Song Wen, her gaze burning like fire, and then she rolled over and pressed down on him.

The two lay down on the low couch.

Bai Jinge began to tear at her clothes.

Song Wen was secretly alarmed: It seems that Central Mu City was arrived in a bit too hastily.

However, it seems there is still some Greenwood Spirit Liquid left.

Madam Jiang is such a kind person!

Seven days later.

Bai Jinge was the first to give in, lying in Song Wen, not wanting to move at all.

"Extreme Yin, you're not leaving Central Mu City now that you've come, are you?"

Song Wen said, "I do intend to stay here for a few years. However, I don't have cave abode, and I don't know where I should settle down."

"That's easy. Once you join the Purple Star Immortal Sect, I'll have someone arrange a leisurely position for you. At that time, you'll have a place to stay, receive a regular salary, and no longer have to worry about Cultivation Resources. Plus, we can see each other often—a win-win-win situation!" Bai Jinge with great anticipation.

"Jinge, thank you for your kindness. But I'm used to being free and undisciplined, and I don't want to serve any faction for the time being," Song Wen said.

Bai Jinge suddenly became a little anxious.

"Extreme Yin, are you perhaps worried that you'll be bullied after joining the Purple Star Immortal Sect? Don't worry, with me here, absolutely no one will be able to bully you in the slightest."

Song Wen said, "Jinge, as the daughter of the sect leader of the Purple Star Immortal Sect, you are always protected and supported. You would never know the hardships of ordinary disciples. The disciples of the Purple Star Immortal Sect may seem glamorous, but in reality, there is a fierce undercurrent of intrigue and backstabbing among them. Such things are unavoidable in any power. Although you can protect me, you cannot be there for me in every way. Moreover, if I have to rely on you for everything, what will your father think of me?"

"..."

Bai Jinge was momentarily speechless.

Just when Song Wen thought she had given up, she changed the subject and said again.

"I know what to do. Extreme Yin Sect has many small Grotto-Heaven and Blessed Land under its jurisdiction, but due to a lack of manpower, they cannot be managed and have to remain vacant for a long time. Why don't you rent a Grotto-Heaven and Blessed Land? You only need to pay the sect with Immortal Spirit Stones regularly, and you can operate it indefinitely."

Song Wen's eyes lit up immediately.

That's a good idea.

Having acquired a Grotto-Heaven and Blessed Land, he would have a stable place to stay and wouldn't need to spend immortal Immortal Spirit Stones every time he cultivated.

"Is the rent expensive for such Grotto-Heaven and Blessed Land?" Song Wen asked.

"That's hard to say. It depends on the size of the blessed land, its produce, and the concentration of its Immortal Spiritual Qi," Bai Jinge said.

"Then I'll trouble you to inquire around and choose a suitable auspicious location for me," Song Wen said.

"No problem, leave it to me," Bai Jinge said. "I'll definitely help you choose a satisfactory burial site."

"Oh, right, there's something else I need to trouble you with," Song Wen said.

"What is it? Just say it," Bai Jinge said.

"As I mentioned before, I encountered some trouble, but it has been resolved. In fact, this matter is largely thanks to a fellow Daoist I've only recently met. He's currently inquiring everywhere about information regarding the Fengdu Poison Sea, but he's struggling to find any leads and has only managed to obtain very little. I wonder if you, Jin Jinge, could offer any assistance?" Song Wen asked.

The reason he fabricated a non-existent "fellow Daoist" was simply to prevent Bai Jinge from knowing that he was going to the Fengdu Poison Sea, and thus worrying about his safety and not diligently inquiring about information about the Fengdu Poison Sea.

"Sure. Since he helped you, he owes me a debt of gratitude. It's good to repay this favor sooner rather than later, lest someone take advantage of it for personal gain. But—"

Bai Jinge paused, a hint of wariness in his voice.

"Is the 'fellow Daoist' you're referring to male or female?"