Two and a half months later,
during these two months, Tian Chen spent almost all of his time cultivating and studying Undead Magic, occasionally going to Sea God Island to spar with Ma Xiaotao.
In addition, at Tang Ya's request, Tian Chen also went to the hotel every day to cultivate together.
As for Wang Dong and Xiao Xiao, their cultivation had not fallen behind either. With the help of the Foundation Establishment Spirit Liquid and Soul Bones, their Soul Power had risen from rank 25 to rank 27, and from rank 24 to rank 26, respectively.
Meanwhile, Electrolux held nothing back from Tian Chen, teaching him everything he knew without reservation.
As the former Son of Light and Undead Calamity, Electrolux's mastery over the powers of light and the undead could be called the pinnacle of perfection.
The deeper he got into his studies, the more miraculous Tian Chen felt this power was.
It was worth noting that over the course of two months, the relationships between Tian Chen, Ning Tian, and the others had also improved quite a bit.
Wang Dong's attitude had undergone a noticeable change as well. Every day in class, he basically kept a close eye on Tian Chen, giving him no opportunity to flirt with other girls.
As for Tang Ya, with Tian Chen's help she had already reached the peak of rank 39. Moreover, in the process of spending days and nights together, she found that Bei Bei's shadow had completely vanished from her heart, leaving only Tian Chen's face.
"Xiao Chen, thank you! I've finally broken through to become a Soul Ancestor!" Tang Ya hugged Tian Chen, her eyes brimming with affection.
"Sister Xiaoya, you don't need to thank me. The help you've brought me hasn't been small either, and I've already reached the rank of Soul King." Tian Chen smiled faintly, gently patting Tang Ya's back, his eyes full of gentleness.
Tang Ya let go of Tian Chen, a trace of shyness flashing in her eyes.
She took a deep breath, mustered her courage, and said, "Xiaochen, actually... there's something I've always wanted to tell you."
Tang Ya's face flushed slightly, her voice so soft it was almost inaudible: "Xiao Chen, I like you. I've liked you for a very, very long time..."
She grasped Tian Chen's hand, feeling the warmth radiating from his palm.
Hearing this, Tian Chen froze. He hadn't expected Tang Ya to confess at a time like this.
"When I first saw you, I knew you were a very special person."
"Afterwards, during the days when you helped me, gradually, I found that I had developed feelings for you. But I didn't dare to express them, because every day I wondered what kind of person could possibly be worthy of you. I'm just the master of a fallen sect; if it weren't for you, I'm afraid I wouldn't even reach the rank of Soul Emperor in this lifetime. That's why I never dared to express my feelings for you."
Tang Ya raised her head, a trace of anticipation in her eyes.
"But over these past two months, I've been cultivating with you every day. Your care and support for me... I don't want to suppress this feeling anymore."
"Xiao Chen, I like you. I'm willing to accompany you through the rest of your life. Are you willing to let me be your girlfriend?"
Tang Ya closed her eyes, her body trembling slightly.
Only then did Tian Chen snap out of Tang Ya's confession. He grasped Tang Ya's hands tightly, his eyes filled with emotion: "Sister Xiaoya, in the process of our days and nights together, how could I not understand your feelings!"
"But I was also afraid. I was afraid you still cared about Bei Bei, afraid that your feelings for me and mine for you were just a flash in the pan, springing only from the help I gave you. I don't like that kind of relationship."
"But now I'm so glad you told me all this."
"Sister Xiaoya, I like you too-I like your tenacity, I like your gentleness, I like everything about you."
With that, he pulled Tang Ya tightly into his embrace.
Hearing the affirmative reply, the tension on Tang Ya's face finally vanished, replaced by a radiant, blissful smile.
"Xiao Chen, me too. What I like is the current you."
Feeling the emotion in Tang Ya's words, Tian Chen gently cupped Tang Ya's face, gazing at Tang Ya with a tender and deeply affectionate look.
Tang Ya's gaze did not waver, looking at Tian Chen in a hazy, dazed manner.
The distance between the two of them grew closer and closer. Tian Chen's breathing turned slightly hurried; he could feel Tang Ya's breath, warm and fragrant.
Tang Ya also closed her eyes tightly, her hands instinctively hooking around the other's neck as she offered up her lips.
The two of them kissed passionately, their lips and teeth entangling as if they wanted to knead each other into their very embrace.
After a long while, their lips parted.
Tang Ya's slender hands continuously drew circles on Tian Chen's chest.
Pressing close to Tian Chen's ear, she breathed like orchid blossoms: "Wait here, I'm going to take a bath. When I come out, I'll be yours."
Tang Ya wanted to completely give her most perfect self to Tian Chen.
Yet Tian Chen smiled faintly and said, "There's no need for that much trouble; let's take a bath together."
Hearing this, a wave stirred within Tang Ya's heart, and she followed it with a slight nod of agreement.
Tian Chen planted a kiss on Tang Ya's forehead, then swept her up horizontally in his arms.
Before leaving, he purposely shielded his Sea of Consciousness to prevent a certain old lech inside from peeking.
Meanwhile, inside the Sea of Consciousness, feeling his perception being blocked, Electrolux understood everything in an instant.
He merely smiled faintly, a trace of doting fondness and helplessness flashing through his eyes.
He shook his head and murmured softly, "This brat is truly a clever spirit. Still, seeing him find someone he likes, I'm happy for him."
The corners of Electrolux's mouth lifted slightly, revealing a warm smile: "Love is truly a wondrous thing. It can make a person brave, and it can make a person gentle. But it can also..."
He slowly opened his eyes and looked into the distance, as if seeing the appearance of his own youth.
Back then, he too had experienced a bone-deep love. Although they ultimately failed to walk together due to various reasons, that memory remained forever engraved in his heart.
Walking into the bathroom, he gently removed Tang Ya's outer garments with movements both gentle and meticulous.
Tang Ya closed her eyes slightly, surrendering to Tian Chen's actions as her heart filled with happiness and peace of mind.
As her garments were removed one by one, Tang Ya's body was gradually laid bare before Tian Chen. Her skin was white as snow, looking exceptionally moving under the warm lighting.
Tian Chen's gaze was full of admiration and love. He leaned down gently, kissing Tang Ya's collarbone and leaving a trail of gentle kisses.
Immediately following this, the sound of flowing water bubbled. Tian Chen picked up the body wash, poured it into his hands, gently worked up a lather, and applied it to Tang Ya's body.
"Xiao Chen, I'm so happy," Tang Ya whispered softly, her voice carrying a trace of satisfaction.
Tian Chen hugged Tang Ya from behind, nibbled on her earlobe, and said, "Me too. Every moment spent with you is like this."
After the bath, Tian Chen gently lifted Tang Ya out of the bathroom and used a soft towel to dry her body.
Tang Ya leaned against Tian Chen's embrace, her eyes filled with happiness and contentment.
She raised her head slightly, kissed Tian Chen's lips, and whispered softly, "Xiaochen, I love you."
Tian Chen smiled slightly and hugged Tang Ya tightly: "I love you too, Sister Xiaoya. I will use the rest of my life to protect you and make you happy forever."
The next moment, Tian Chen laid Tang Ya onto the bed, leaned down gently, and stroked her cheek.
Tang Ya likewise hooked her arms around Tian Chen's neck at the appropriate moment and proactively kissed him.
The two of them embraced tightly, their hearts filled with anticipation and longing for the future.
At this moment, all words seemed superfluous.
(I still owe one chapter; the author lacks inspiration today, three chapters tomorrow)
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