Chapter 250: Chapter 140: Are You Missing Women? (Part 2)
Ming Yu’s eyes showed a bit of surprise, "Is this peculiar cultivation technique of yours the so-called ’Devouring Yuan Demon Technique’ that people talk about?"
"Nonsense, it’s called ’Celestial Water Returning Ruins Technique’. The biggest opportunity of my life was coming across it. Without this thing, I would have long been a skeleton in a grave," Chu Xuan said, revealing a reminiscent look.
Ming Yu didn’t ask more. After finishing cleaning each wound, he said, "All done."
Chu Xuan stood up, put on his clothes, and said cheerfully, "This time, I owe you again. I’ll repay you next time."
Ming Yu had seen through his little scheme, "You’re just finding an excuse to come see me again next time, right?"
Chu Xuan nodded with a smile, "I hope to see your smile one day."
"Don’t hold your breath, I’ve forgotten how to smile."
"Then I’ll help you remember," he said earnestly.
Ji Mingyu silently watched Chu Xuan. She extended a hand to gently caress his handsome face, murmuring to herself, "You, this person~"
...
Waking up from his dream once more, Chu Xuan appeared somewhat confused. The more he recalled the memories of being with Ji Mingyu, the less he understood how things between them ended up like this.
Forget it. The memories that come to mind aren’t enough—just some initial, naive recollections. Perhaps one day, when he remembers everything, he won’t need to ask her anymore.
Qingqing, however, had a blissful sleep, still there drooling with a silly smile.
Chu Xuan wiped her mouth, a smile on his lips. Thinking back to last night’s events, he still felt quite touched.
Honestly, Qingqing and Gu Haitang are truly of completely different characters. It’s hard to imagine Haitang doing such a thing to him.
When Qingqing rubbed her eyes and woke up, Chu Xuan took her hand and stood up.
"Let’s go. We should return to a place where there are people."
On the way, they would also send a message to the sect to let them know all was well, and to inform Gu Haitang that he would eventually return, just a little later, asking her not to worry.
Upon hearing this, Qingqing nodded repeatedly, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "We have to go see lanterns, watch performances, and go sightseeing~"
Chu Xuan then remembered his promise from long ago to Qingqing to take her to see the lanterns, which she had remarkably remembered until now.
"Call me ’husband’ and let me hear it first." He teased her as usual.
Qingqing blushed, yet shyly called out, "Husband~"
Chu Xuan shook his head, "Feels off. You should be saying angrily: ’You’re here again, I won’t pay attention to you!’"
"You’re so annoying!" Qingqing punched him playfully, "It wasn’t easy for me to call you ’husband’ like a little wifey, and you’re complaining, huh?"
Chu Xuan hugged her with a smile, "I’m not complaining, I just love that slightly tsundere look of yours, it’s simply adorable. That’s why I always liked to tease you before."
He then explained the concept of "tsundere" to Qingqing.
Qingqing tilted her head in thought, "So, you want me to treat you with a deliberately strong and proud attitude, is that it? Are you a masochist?"
Chu Xuan was dumbfounded, "No."
"Really? I feel like there’s a little bit of truth there."
"Well, maybe just a tiny bit."
After saying this, they shared a smile, and Qingqing said cheekily, "Well, then you’re in luck. From now on, I’ll give you orders to do things for me with a bossy demeanor. You like tsundere, right? Then I’ll be proud, not gentle, and show you."
"No, no, it should come as a package."
Then Chu Xuan added, "Let me hear you call me ’husband’ first."
Qingqing crossed her arms, "I won’t unless you call me ’wife’ first."
"Alright, wife."
"Alright, husband."
Saying this, they shared another smile.
Then Qingqing appeared a little worried, "You promised to take me to the Capital City next year’s Lantern Festival to see the lanterns; but it’s only April now, and Lantern Festival is too far away."
Chu Xuan pondered, "Aside from the Lantern Festival, many places also hold lantern festivals during the Ghost Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival."
Qingqing was a little disappointed hearing this, "It’s only April now, the earliest Ghost Festival is still three months away."
Chu Xuan was nonchalant, "Three months is three months, we’re not short on time."
Qingqing thought about it and agreed, after all, she had no plans to return to the Li’an Demon Sect, so she delightedly kissed Chu Xuan on the cheek, "Husband, you’re so smart."
Then she hugged his arm, "Let’s go sightseeing first, and see the lanterns in three months~"
Chu Xuan naturally agreed.
...
In the first month, Chu Xuan took Qingqing to travel around various places, and they happened to find famous theatrical troupes to watch performances.
Most troupes performed well; their basic skills were solid, and the lead actresses had unique singing talents.
But there were also a few who were just there for the show, presumably paying for their reputation.
Like this performance, singing Qingqing’s favorite "Record of the Sea of Evil", with the acts "Yearning to be Mortal" and "Descending the Mountain" performed consecutively.
However, the cast’s acting and singing skills were mediocre. Chu Xuan was a little sleepy after watching the first act, so he turned to the enthusiastic Qingqing, who was munching on sunflower seeds while watching:
"Bad play, nothing worth watching. Next time, I’ll take you to see another troupe."
"No way," Qingqing cooed, "As long as I’m with you, no matter if it’s good or bad, I find it all good to watch."
Seeing her enjoy the atmosphere, Chu Xuan fondly patted her head and bought her more snacks to eat, keeping her company until the end.
...
In the second month, the two of them traveled to the shore of Dongting Lake, where there was a famous historical site, but it wasn’t called "Yueyang Tower," instead, it was called "Baling City Tower."
There, a man, radiating vitality, stood beside the railing, reciting "Linjiang Immortal" to the water’s surface:
