Let Go of My Yanyan

Dugu Yan was very happy at this moment.

She had always thought Wu Qingkong felt nothing for her. When she heard that Wu Qingkong was going to meet Qian Qinghe's sister, her heart had felt utterly empty.

Not until she heard that Wu Qingkong wanted to see her grandfather.

Only then did a faint smile unconsciously bloom at the corners of Dugu Yan's lips.

Seeing Dugu Yan's smile, Wu Qingkong was somewhat moved as well.

It seemed the poison in Dugu Yan's body was more serious than he had imagined. Learning that her poison could be cured had made her this happy.

Wu Qingkong stepped forward and pressed down on Dugu Yan's hand holding the wine.

"Yanyan, save some wine for your grandfather!"

"Let your grandfather try my wine."

"After drinking it, he should be eager to see me."

"Ah?"

Dugu Yan was instantly surprised.

Was Qingkong planning to give my grandfather a gift?

Was he afraid Grandfather wouldn't agree?

This fool. This is between the two of us. It has nothing much to do with Grandfather.

Still, Dugu Yan was very happy that Wu Qingkong had put so much thought into it.

It showed that he truly valued her...

Dugu Yan nodded. "All right, I'll listen to you..."

After saying that, Dugu Yan sealed the remaining wine and stored it in her soul tool.

What Dugu Yan did not know was that Wu Qingkong had asked her to put away the wine because he wanted Dugu Bo to try it.

Dugu Bo's body had been steeped in poison for years, and his poisoning symptoms had already reached the late stage.

His wine should be able to ease Dugu Bo's pain somewhat and let him see a glimmer of hope for detoxification.

Only then might Dugu Bo come. Otherwise, how could a mere Soul King like him have the standing to invite a Titled Douluo?

Even with Dugu Yan pleading on his behalf, it was not entirely certain. That old poison Dugu Bo only cared about poison and his Yanyan.

Only by showing his value could he draw the man here.

And his willingness to help cure the poison was both to thank Dugu Yan for taking care of him over the past few months and to gather some herbs from Dugu Bo's medicinal garden.

Of course,

He only needed to pick a few plants. He would not strip the entire medicinal garden bare like the Tang God-King.

And the reason he wanted to gather herbs was also for Qian Qinghe's sister.

Qian Qinghe had given him countless resources this time to help him prepare gifts for breaking off the engagement, including a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Bone.

Together, they were worth a fortune. He knew his good brother had never been willing to accept anything from him; the only thing Qian Qinghe wanted was the food he made.

But no matter how novel that food was, it could not compare to the gifts Qian Qinghe had given him.

So Wu Qingkong made a plan. He wanted to give Qian Qinghe's sister a gift for their meeting. Since Qian Qinghe would not accept his things, he would give them to his sister instead.

He had long since decided on the gift.

Girls all liked flowers, so naturally he would give her the legendary king of flowers, the Lovesick Heartbroken Red.

It could revive the dead and regrow flesh upon bare bones.

This gift could be considered repayment for Qian Qinghe's care over the years.

And it would also help rid Dugu Yan's family of their poison, which could be considered a return for Dugu Yan's support of his business these past few months.

Two lives in exchange for a few medicinal herbs. The Dugu Family would not be losing out.

After putting away the wine, Dugu Yan could not wait to leave the shop. She wanted to find her grandfather immediately and tell him about her and Wu Qingkong.

Wu Qingkong finished cleaning up.

Seeing Dugu Yan heading out, Wu Qingkong followed her outside.

"I'm done tidying up here, and I'm heading out too. Let's go together."

"I'll walk you part of the way."

Hearing that Wu Qingkong wanted to go with her, Dugu Yan agreed at once.

She replied happily, "Sure."

Then she directly reached out and hooked her arm around Wu Qingkong's.

Seeing Dugu Yan's action, Wu Qingkong could not help but freeze.

Over the past dozen years, he had never had any contact with a girl.

The only people who had ever hugged him, aside from his grandfather, were his brother Qian Qinghe.

Wu Qingkong suddenly felt a little unaccustomed to it.

He instinctively wanted to pull free. After all, men and women should keep their distance.

Dugu Yan was a girl too. If someone saw them, it would be a huge misunderstanding.

But seeing Dugu Yan's unsteady steps, Wu Qingkong ultimately could not bear to do so.

Forget it. She's already this drunk.

I'll let her hold on. It would be bad if she fell.

With her arm wrapped around Wu Qingkong's, Dugu Yan left the shop.

Just as they reached the entrance, a gust of wind blew over.

The cool breeze hit her head-on, and Dugu Yan instantly sobered up considerably.

In that instant, the alcohol haze cleared.

Only then did she realize that she was actually holding onto Wu Qingkong...

And Wu Qingkong was allowing it. Dugu Yan was somewhat surprised.

She could not help secretly rejoicing, and her cheeks immediately flushed crimson.

She tilted her head and unconsciously leaned against Wu Qingkong's shoulder.

Feeling something unusual on his shoulder, Wu Qingkong looked toward Dugu Yan.

He saw that Dugu Yan had somehow leaned against his shoulder, her face bright red and her beautiful eyes closed, looking rather content.

Wu Qingkong shook his head helplessly.

He could not help finding it strange.

Why is she so drunk today? I don't remember making this wine any stronger?!

Why is her face so red?!

Forget it, I'll just let her lean on me...

Wu Qingkong supported Dugu Yan as they headed out of the woods.

After only a few steps, rustling sounds came from the woods not far away.

At that moment, Yu Tianheng was running toward them with an exquisite porcelain box in his hands.

After tasting the cream cake, he had rushed straight home without stopping.

He told the cooks at home about the taste of the cream cake.

Upon hearing Yu Tianheng's description, the cooks had initially been puzzled. But when they learned that the cake was made only of milk and eggs, and that it was as soft and fluffy as steamed bread,

The cooks immediately understood. They confidently promised they could make it and began recreating it.

Before long, they made a cream cake, arranged it on a plate, and presented it to Yu Tianheng.

Upon hearing this, Yu Tianheng did not even open the lid. He picked up the plate and left, wanting to give it to his beloved Yanyan as soon as possible.

Yu Tianheng moved extremely fast. Soul Power covered his feet, leaving streaks of afterimages behind him.

As Yu Tianheng raced through the forest, he discovered that an ice-blue-haired man had appeared before him at some point.

The man was handsome and carried a fresh, otherworldly air. Even the simple act of walking possessed a distinct beauty.

Even as a man himself, Yu Tianheng was drawn to the man's appearance.

It would not be an exaggeration to say this was the most handsome man Yu Tianheng had ever seen in his life!

Yu Tianheng abruptly stopped.

Who was this man?!

But before he could dwell on his confusion, Yu Tianheng's expression suddenly changed.

Because there was actually a woman leaning against this man, and that woman was none other than the Dugu Yan he had been longing for!

Yu Tianheng's face twisted grotesquely, his hands clenching into fists.

He shouted at Wu Qingkong, "You..."

"Let go of my Yanyan!"