Fate Brought Us Together

"How could that be? Every part of Sister Ah Yin is soft and fragrant. I can't get enough of you—how could I think you're dirty?"

As he kissed her, Dugu Chen spoke.

The moment those words left his mouth, Ah Yin's flushed cheeks turned a glossy crimson at a visibly rapid pace.

Like a perfectly ripe peach, making one unable to resist taking a bite.

A trace of faint resentment appeared in Ah Yin's eyes. Watching Dugu Chen's unwillingness to let go, the taut string in her heart gradually melted away.

Only after a long while did Dugu Chen finally let go reluctantly.

Ah Yin shyly drew back her legs, her cheeks flushed as she gave a soft spit. As though she had thought of something, she said gently,

"If you like it, I... I'll wash up first next time, then..."

Dugu Chen looked at Ah Yin with clear eyes and a roguish smile. "Sister Ah Yin, wouldn't it be better if I helped you wash?"

Was that kind of washing proper?

Speechless, Ah Yin held Dugu Chen and lay down, pressing his hands tightly beneath hers so he could not keep misbehaving.

"Ahem, Sister Ah Yin, loosen up a little. It feels a bit tight..."

Seeing Ah Yin forcibly pinning down his hands, his little thoughts were instantly exposed, and his face flushed with embarrassment.

"Sleep. We still have to continue our journey tomorrow!"

Ah Yin smiled brilliantly as if she had won a battle. She pressed Dugu Chen's head against her chest, and the tenderness in her eyes slowly faded as she closed them.

Feeling the warm, soft body before him yet only being able to look and not touch instantly made Dugu Chen feel terrible!

After muttering a few complaints, he finally closed his eyes as well and fell deeply asleep in Ah Yin's warm embrace.

The next morning, the sky had only just begun to brighten with a pale glow. The morning breeze drifted by, bringing the first cool hint of dawn.

On the bed, Dugu Chen slowly woke up. His hand instinctively reached toward his side, and only when his palm felt warmth and smooth softness did the corners of his lips curve upward.

"Mm..."

Ah Yin let out a drowsy little sound as her lovely almond-shaped eyes slowly opened. Feeling the lingering warmth against her chest, a faint blush spread across her cheeks.

She gently moved Dugu Chen's hand away and pouted, "Even asleep, your hands are still so naughty..."

Her deep-blue hair was gathered behind her head. Looking at Dugu Chen, who was still asleep, a gentle light flashed through Ah Yin's eyes.

"So cute. It would be better if he weren't so lecherous..."

Ah Yin smiled softly. As though recalling what had happened the previous night, two rosy clouds swiftly rose onto her cheeks.

She rose and stretched, her soft waist arching into a graceful curve. Her fair skin and slender figure were displayed in full, stirring endless reverie.

Just then, a pair of large hands suddenly wrapped around her slender waist from behind. Hot breath brushed lightly against Ah Yin's ear as Dugu Chen's voice drifted over.

"Sister Ah Yin, I think I heard you speaking ill of me?"

"N-No!"

Ah Yin gave a soft cry, her body quickly going limp as she collapsed into Dugu Chen's arms, a trace of resentment rising in her heart.

This little rascal teases me like this every day...

A faint smile appeared on Dugu Chen's face as he gently pressed Ah Yin onto the bed, his expression solemn.

"You did something bad and still refuse to admit it. Sister Ah Yin, I must make you fully recognize your mistake!"

Then Dugu Chen lowered himself and pressed his lips to Ah Yin's cherry lips. A delicate fragrance instantly filled the air.

Such a flavor could only be found in heaven; how many times could one taste it in the mortal world?

After finishing their morning exercise, the two finally separated. A dewy flush appeared on Ah Yin's pretty face as she gently helped Dugu Chen dress.

Looking at Ah Yin's breathtakingly beautiful face, Dugu Chen's heart stirred, and a brilliant smile appeared on his face. "Sister Ah Yin, you're becoming more and more like..."

Ah Yin raised her almond eyes slightly and gently smoothed his chest, smiling sweetly. "Like what?"

"Like my gentle and virtuous wife-to-be!"

Dugu Chen gave a wicked grin and bent down to lightly kiss the center of her brow.

"You little rascal, you're never serious!"

The blush on Ah Yin's face swiftly spread to her neck and ears. Her tender earlobes turned crimson again, making her look especially enchanting.

She gazed at Dugu Chen in a daze as an almost imperceptible delight gradually welled up in her heart.

"Hehe, I wasn't talking nonsense!"

Dugu Chen grinned mischievously and pulled Ah Yin closer into his arms, speaking softly.

"When I left to travel, my father made me promise that I absolutely had to bring a wife home this time."

"If I return empty-handed, he'll break my legs!"

Ah Yin rolled her eyes at him and looked at him quietly. "So you came out purely to find a wife?"

"Of course not!"

Dugu Chen looked utterly serious. "Originally, I planned to just find a random passerby when I went back, make do with it, and break up peacefully after fooling him."

As he spoke, he held Ah Yin's palm. "But who would have thought that as soon as I left home, I really found a great treasure? Sister Ah Yin, do you believe in fate?"

Ah Yin leaned against Dugu Chen's chest, faint ripples appearing in her deep-blue eyes. She nodded gently. "Of course I do."

"That's exactly it. Fate brought us together and let us get to know each other. If I hadn't traveled across the continent, I naturally would never have met Sister Ah Yin. Perhaps this is the fate Heaven bestowed upon us!"

Dugu Chen held Ah Yin tightly, closed his eyes, and murmured softly.

"Fate...?"

Ah Yin's gaze turned somewhat dazed. At that moment, it felt as though her mind had exploded into blankness, and her eyes did not seem to be focused anywhere...

"Yes, fate!" Dugu Chen said firmly.

He had stolen Ah Yin from Tang Hao and formed a bond with her ahead of time—how could that not count as fate?

A fortunate opportunity was fate too!

"I understand. Then I'll face it with you!"

A gentle smile flashed through Ah Yin's eyes. She held Dugu Chen's head and took the initiative to kiss him.

This time, however, it was only a brief taste, separating at the first touch.

It was as though the softness in Dugu Chen's heart had been touched. Fierce waves rose in his eyes, like a boulder crashing into a smooth mirror-like lake and stirring violent ripples.

Even he did not notice that his heart had completely fallen into chaos. His voice became nervous and stiff.

"Sister Ah Yin, y-you've really decided?"

"How about we go to Star Dou Great Forest first? You don't have to decide so quickly. I'm willing to wait for you—until the day it bears fruit!"

Dugu Chen comforted her softly, giving Ah Yin ample time to prepare herself mentally.

In fact, as early as when they had arrived at Azure Wind City, Dugu Chen had told Ah Yin that his home was in Heaven Dou City.

On their way to Star Dou Great Forest, they could happen to go home together and visit his father, older brother, sister-in-law, and little niece.

Ah Yin shook her head, placing her hand over his chest, her eyes filled with tenderness.

"Dear husband, are you willing to marry me?"