Under the dark sky, the rain poured down like a flood bursting its banks.
On the shore, two disheveled figures appeared.
"Thankfully, it's still breathing."
Jiang Cheng reached out and checked Jiang Ruoxue's breath, then breathed a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, he is now a grandmaster; otherwise, with the physique of an ordinary person...
In such a turbulent river, let alone pulling Jiang Ruoxue ashore, he would have no choice but to die with her.
"Let's find somewhere to take shelter from the rain first."
After saying that, Jiang Cheng hoisted Jiang Ruoxue onto his shoulder and found a cave to rest in.
Looking at the drizzling rain outside, they lit another fire.
The cave was instantly illuminated.
At this moment, Jiang Ruoxue groggily opened her eyes and murmured,
Is this the Underworld?
"What nonsense are you talking about? I haven't lived enough yet."
Jiang Cheng spoke in an annoyed tone.
Upon hearing the familiar voice, Jiang Ruoxue turned her head slightly, her beautiful eyes filled with sadness.
"Jiang Cheng, you're dead too?"
Then, a smile suddenly appeared on his pale face.
"Alright, we're practically doomed now, you're mine alone."
Jiang Cheng:...
This girl, sigh~
How could he not feel anything when a woman would risk her life for him? He's not a block of wood.
"We're not dead. Touch us if you don't believe me, we're still warm."
Jiang Cheng grasped Jiang Ruoxue's hand and spoke with a smile.
It's so hot, but I'm still alive!
Jiang Ruoxue's eyes lit up.
Looking at the living Jiang Cheng in front of him, he could no longer suppress his emotions.
"Waaah~ Jiang Cheng, I thought I'd never see you again in this lifetime."
Jiang Ruoxue threw herself into Jiang Cheng's arms and sobbed.
"I'm so scared..."
At this moment, she was no longer as calm and composed as when facing danger; she had completely shed her tough exterior.
Like a stray cat that has found a home, it poured out all its grievances.
"It's alright now."
Jiang Cheng, with a complicated expression, gently patted Jiang Ruoxue's back to comfort her.
This was the first time he had ever seen her like this, except when she was a child.
Gradually, Jiang Ruoxue's tense nerves relaxed, and her emotions stabilized.
"Jiang Cheng, it's so good to have you. I wish it could always be like this."
Yes, it will.
Jiang Cheng turned his head and whispered in Jiang Ruoxue's ear, "Ruoxue, thank you."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ruoxue trembled all over.
Looking at Jiang Cheng's serious face, her beautiful eyes were filled with joy.
"Jiang Cheng, you mean..." she said incredulously.
Silly girl, you've done so much for me, how can I possibly make it up to you?
Jiang Cheng didn't say anything, but kissed Jiang Ruoxue's beautiful red lips.
"Now... do you understand?"
Jiang Cheng kissed her first!
Overjoyed, Jiang Ruoxue nodded and began to respond enthusiastically.
For a moment, the air was filled with an ambiguous atmosphere.
"Jiang Cheng, I want to... be here."
Jiang Ruoxue's cheeks were flushed, and her beautiful eyes were filled with a dreamy look.
Wait, why is this girl's forehead so hot!
Jiang Cheng's expression changed, and he touched Jiang Ruoxue's forehead, his expression becoming serious.
"You have a fever."
"It's alright, just a little bit, I'm perfectly sober."
As Jiang Ruoxue spoke, she began to unbutton her clothes.
Jiang Cheng grabbed her hand and said irritably,
Why did you pretend not to tell me?
Jiang Ruoxue's pretty face drooped with a pitiful expression.
"I'm really fine, look, I'm perfectly okay, shall we continue?"
She was afraid that Jiang Cheng's feelings were just a passing fancy, and that if she missed this opportunity, she would never have another chance.
"No!"
Jiang Cheng glared at Jiang Ruoxue, "Let's talk about this after you're better, understand?"
As if sensing Jiang Ruoxue's worry, Jiang Cheng patted her head.
"I'm serious. I'll say yes once you're better."
"Real?"
Jiang Ruoxue looked up, her eyes brimming with tears.
Jiang Cheng nodded. "Really, I'm not lying to you."
Hearing this, Jiang Ruoxue felt slightly relieved, then gritted her teeth and threatened,
"If you're lying to me, I'll... hmph~"
That girl is really "vicious"!
Jiang Cheng's lips twitched. Murdering her husband, huh?
"Jiang Cheng, I'm so cold."
Jiang Ruoxue shrank back, rubbing her face against Jiang Cheng's palm.
"Let me hold you and sit by the fire; it'll be warmer there."
Seeing Jiang Ruoxue's soaked clothes, Jiang Cheng spoke.
"No, wet clothes are uncomfortable to wear."
"So what do you want? My clothes are wet too."
Jiang Cheng was somewhat helpless; what kind of mischief was this girl up to now?
Jiang Ruoxue pursed her red lips and said seriously,
"We took off all our clothes and put them by the fire to dry, then we hugged each other and weren't cold anymore."
"What do you think? Isn't it a good idea?"
Forehead...
It sounds good, but something feels off.
Jiang Cheng thought about it and realized that with his current Grandmaster strength, he was indeed not cold because he had Inner Force to ward off the cold.
Perhaps this is one possible solution.
Seeing Jiang Ruoxue trembling, Jiang Cheng nodded.
He soon regretted it.
"Jiang Cheng, you're so warm, like a little furnace."
Jiang Ruoxue's porcelain-white skin clung tightly to Jiang Cheng's body as she asked curiously.
At this moment, Jiang Cheng felt a burning heat all over his body.
Without the barrier of clothing, the soft touch was constantly stimulating his senses.
But Jiang Ruoxue's hands were restless, touching everything in sight.
He had reason to suspect that the girl was doing it on purpose!
"Just hold me, don't move around."
Jiang Cheng spoke in a hoarse voice.
Doesn't this girl know how alluring her figure is?
Hmph~
Jiang Ruoxue pouted, quietly rested her head on Jiang Cheng's shoulder, and closed her eyes happily.
The two huddled together for warmth throughout the night.
The next morning, at the cliff cave.
"Ruoxue, wake up."
Jiang Cheng touched Jiang Ruoxue's forehead and breathed a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, Jiang Ruoxue exercises regularly and has a strong immune system. She only had a low-grade fever last night, otherwise she would have been delirious from the fever.
"Mmm~ No, let me hug you a little longer."
Jiang Ruoxue opened her eyes groggily, pouted, and clung to Jiang Cheng in a coquettish manner, refusing to let go.
Jiang Cheng sighed helplessly, kissed Jiang Ruoxue's eyes, and said softly,
"Sweetie, let's go home first, okay?"
Mmm~
Jiang Ruoxue groaned twice, reluctantly letting go of her hand.
"Okay, but I'm really thirsty right now, I want to drink some water."
Seeing the cunning glint in Jiang Ruoxue's eyes, Jiang Cheng sighed.
"I just can't do anything with you."
A few minutes later, Jiang Ruoxue licked her red lips, got up contentedly, and put on her dried clothes.
She naturally took Jiang Cheng's arm, feeling a sweet warmth in her heart.
For her, everything that happened last night was the most beautiful moment of her life.
What are you thinking about?
Staring at Jiang Ruoxue's silly grin, Jiang Cheng playfully flicked her nose.
"It's nothing, I'm just too happy."
"Let's go home first."
Jiang Cheng smiled, picked Jiang Ruoxue up in his arms, and the two figures disappeared into the cave in the blink of an eye...