A blind man cultivates immortality and witnesses the great secret of the holy maiden in her bridal c

The next morning, dawn broke and a gentle breeze blew.

After having breakfast, Liu Nianqiu looked up at Chen Yang, her eyes sparkling with a lively smile: "Chen Yang, I'll take you to a wonderful place. The scenery there is absolutely beautiful, quiet and peaceful, and no one will bother you."

Chen Yang smiled and nodded, jokingly saying, "Okay, then let's call it a special date just for the two of us."

"Pah!" Liu Nianqiu covered her mouth and chuckled, giving him a sidelong glance and saying coquettishly, "You've really gotten the better deal! Back then, it was only because you were blind, down on your luck, and had a pitiful background that my eldest and second sisters reluctantly took you in. I never expected that they would give their hearts away like this."

Chen Yang raised his hand and gently flicked her forehead, smiling helplessly, "This is an adult matter, children shouldn't gossip about it."

"I'm not a child!" Liu Nianqiu pouted, subconsciously puffing out her chest, looking charming and lively, full of youthful vigor.

The next moment, two figures simultaneously rose into the air, riding the wind and speeding towards the northwest of the Holy City of Saint-Deli.

Ten minutes later, a vast, verdant mountain range came into view. The mountains were layered with greenery, ancient trees reached for the sky, waterfalls cascaded down the mountainside, streams murmured, and mist filled the air, creating a scene of spiritual energy, just like a fairyland.

Liu Nianqiu, holding Chen Yang's hand, gracefully landed in a secluded bamboo grove. The grove was covered with lush grass, and in front of them lay a clear pool, its waters sparkling and reflecting the sky and clouds—a breathtakingly beautiful scene.

"Look, this is the date spot I chose." Liu Nianqiu's eyes crinkled with a bright smile. "Isn't it beautiful here? The water is so clear and refreshing; I can't resist taking a swim! But... you're not allowed to look around!"

Chen Yang quickly raised his hand in a bow, and said with a serious smile, "Don't worry, a gentleman is open and honest. Before I get your sincere consent, I will absolutely keep to my duty. You can enjoy your trip without worry, I will protect you and keep watch around the area."

Liu Nianqiu smiled and nodded, then leaped lightly into the clear pool, swimming freely and gracefully in the crystal-clear water, lively and adorable.

But just a few minutes later!

"ah--!"

A sudden, unexpected cry of surprise rang out!

Liu Nianqiu's body suddenly sank, as if dragged by some invisible force at the bottom of the pool, and instantly plunged straight into the depths of the pool with the undercurrent, disappearing from the surface of the water!

Although Chen Yang had his back to the pool, he kept his divine sense firmly locked onto Liu Nianqiu, constantly monitoring her safety and movements.

The moment the exclamation reached his ears, he turned around sharply and saw the water ripple on the surface of the pool and the figure disappear. Without the slightest hesitation, he flashed and leaped into the clear pool!

Beneath the pool, the water was not stagnant; hidden beneath was a long, narrow, and turbulent underwater passage. Liu Nianqiu's body was being swept away by the currents flowing through the passage, hurtling forward at breakneck speed.

Chen Yang focused his attention and sped up, following closely behind and relentlessly pursuing him.

In just a few seconds, there was a loud bang!

Two figures simultaneously burst through the waterway outlet and emerged from the water.

Chen Yang looked up and around, then froze instantly.

The two found themselves in a spacious and secluded natural cave! Inside, two rows of red candles were neatly arranged, their flames flickering and casting a warm glow. Red lanterns hung high from the cave ceiling, their bright red "double happiness" characters gleaming, illuminating the entire cave with a warm and intimate atmosphere, resembling a meticulously decorated bridal chamber.

As Chen Yang looked around in confusion, Liu Nianqiu in his arms suddenly tilted her head slightly, stood on tiptoe, and clumsily and shyly gave him a light peck on the lips.

The girl's soft, gentle voice echoed slowly in the quiet cave, tinged with shyness yet unwavering determination: "Husband...today, we will consummate our marriage here."

Inside the cave, red candles flickered, casting a warm, ambiguous light that made Liu Nianqiu's pretty face blush like a rosy cloud.

After hearing her bold and straightforward confession, Chen Yang was slightly stunned and his heart trembled.

Almost instinctively, he raised his hand and gently pressed down on her small hands that were frantically groping around on his body.

At this moment, Liu Nianqiu was soaked to the bone, her clothes clinging to her exquisite skin, outlining the girl's wonderful figure, her eyes filled with shyness and desperate courage.

Chen Yang held her hands down, causing her to abruptly stop. Her clear, watery eyes stared directly at him, filled with apprehension and fear. Her soft voice carried a hint of grievance and bitterness: "Chen Yang, what's wrong? Don't you like me? Do you think I'm much uglier than my older sisters?"

She finally mustered all her courage, put aside all her girlish reserve, and took the initiative to go to him and dedicate herself to him, betting all her pride and dignity, just wanting to hold onto her own happiness in the present moment.

But when the moment came, Chen Yang stopped him.

The bitterness and embarrassment of being rejected by the person in front of her instantly filled her heart, and her nose tingled slightly.

Seeing her eyes redden and on the verge of tears, Chen Yang's heart softened. He quickly comforted her gently, his tone unusually serious: "Nianqiu, you're overthinking it. I've never disliked you, nor have I ever thought you were unattractive."

"But this isn't a simple matter. Once we cross this final step, there will be no turning back. I love you, I cherish you, just like I do with Qingxia. I've long considered you my closest person, the one I want to protect the most. I just don't want you to act impulsively and regret it later."

Hearing these gentle yet restrained words, Liu Nianqiu felt a surge of intense emotion welling up inside her, and her eyes welled up slightly. She pouted her pink lips, looked up at Chen Yang, and said in a tone that was both reproachful and stubborn, "You say you like me, but I've already taken the initiative to this extent, and you still push me away and reject me."

Chen Yang quickly shook his head gently, raised his hand to wipe away the water stains and blush on her cheeks, and patiently explained, "Nianqiu, calm down first. If you were just an ordinary woman, without a shocking secret or the powerful divine soul sleeping within you, even if you didn't take the initiative, I would take the initiative to protect you for life, marry you, and give you a lifetime of peace."

"But your situation is completely different. Another top-tier divine soul and ancient memories are still dormant in your mind. Once that consciousness is fully awakened, you will transform into a super figure who looks down on all living beings and dominates the world."

"I fear that your decision today will become your regret in the future. When you truly wake up, how will you undo your choice?"

Liu Nianqiu listened quietly to his concerns, her heart filled with even deeper emotion. She sighed deeply, her eyes suddenly hardening with unwavering resolve, and said earnestly, "Brother Chen Yang, I've thought it all through."

"I want to take advantage of the present moment, while I am still Liu Nianqiu, still retaining the memories of these past twenty years, still just that girl who loves you and relies on my eldest and second eldest sisters, to be your true wife earnestly and willingly."

"I know very well that once that ancient memory within me is fully awakened, and the true soul of a great being takes control of my body, I will never have the same state of mind again, I will never be your wife again, and I will never be the carefree little sister of the Liu family again."

"But now, I am the one in control of this body, the one making the choices! Even if I regret it when I awaken in the future, at this moment, no one can stop my decision!"

"Brother Chen Yang, my mind is made up. Please don't reject me. If you keep pushing me away, my self-esteem will be completely shattered, and I won't know how I'll face myself or you for the rest of my life!"

Chen Yang looked into the stubbornness and sincerity in her eyes, and at the girl's desperate tenderness, and fell silent for a moment.

Before he could speak again, Liu Nianqiu suddenly stepped forward, deftly raising her small hand to remove his soaking wet clothes.