They already have a chat group, why bother with the plot?

"cough!"

Just as the two were getting closer and even about to touch, a soft cough suddenly rang out, causing them to separate instantly.

"Yu, Brother Yu, what are you doing here!?"

Startled, Xiao Yan looked at Ling Yu and asked in surprise.

Ling Yu's eyes were playful: "If I hadn't shown up, you two might have been kissing."

"Love is a matter of personal freedom, Brother Yu. Even you can't interfere with our decisions," Xiao Yan quickly said upon hearing this.

This was a matter of great importance to him, so he couldn't help but be nervous.

Upon hearing this, Gu Xun'er blushed and dared not look at Xiao Yan.

Ling Yu pouted: "I'm not that free. I wanted to ask you whether you're eating at home or out tonight."

"Of course we'll eat out!"

Without even thinking, Xiao Yan said directly.

"Then what do you want to eat?"

"hot pot!"

"Row."

After deciding what to eat for dinner, the group tidied up and went out together.

……

hot pot restaurant

"Xun'er, let me tell you, hot pot tastes best when it's freshly cooked."

Looking at the bubbling pot in front of him, Xiao Yan was like a child enthusiastically promoting his favorite thing, constantly putting food on Xun'er's plate.

"Thank you, brother Xiao Yan."

Gu Xun'er's expression was somewhat dazed.

This was the first time she had ever met such a warm and cheerful Xiao Yan.

She gently picked up a perfectly cooked slice of beef roll, dipped it in the sauce, and with a slight movement of her thin lips, slowly put it into her mouth under Xiao Yan's watchful gaze.

The moment she entered the mouth, Gu Xun'er's already bright eyes shone even brighter.

"Is it delicious?"

Xiao Yan asked expectantly.

Like a child waiting for praise.

Seeing the expectant look in the other person's eyes, Gu Xun'er's beautiful face revealed a sweet smile.

"good to eat!"

It may not be as nutritious or effective as monster meat, but its taste certainly whetted her appetite.

There are two pots on the dining table.

Tomatoes and spicy food.

It can satisfy everyone's taste perfectly.

Xiao Yan and Xun'er snuggled together.

Perhaps they had gotten used to it, and the two of them were no longer as shy as they had been at the beginning, and began to openly show their affection for each other.

Perhaps they both knew that the day of parting was approaching.

I did some things today that I wouldn't normally dare to do.

For example, feeding each other.

Meanwhile, Yao Lao, having shaken off his previous gloom, continued to devour the food in the pot.

So much so that in this private room where everyone else was in pairs, only Yao Lao stood out from the crowd.

"Brother Yu, Sister Xian, Sister Cuizi, Sister Aili."

At this moment, Xiao Yan stood up with Gu Xun'er, holding wine glasses filled with soda.

"We raise a toast to you all, especially Brother Yu, thank you for making me have no regrets!"

Ling Yu smiled and clinked glasses with him.

"I don't stand on ceremony here. If you like it, come again next time."

"Definitely!" Xiao Yan said.

That night

Ling Yu arranged for Xiao Yan and Gu Xun'er to be in the same room.

At first, Xiao Yan was embarrassed and said, "This is not a good idea."

Only when Ling Yu accurately recounted how Xiao Yan helped Gu Xun'er nourish her meridians when she was four or five years old did he finally calm down.

"Alright, I know what you're thinking."

"Even if you're just trying out battle qi, you don't need to go to someone's room late at night. It's a good thing that the only Dou Huang of that ancient clan didn't kill you."

Ling Yu gave Xiao Yan a knowing look, interrupting his affectation.

"Forehead."

Xiao Yan awkwardly touched his nose, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

Then, looking wary, he said, "Brother Yu, tell me honestly, did you install surveillance cameras on me? How did you know about this?"

"Would you believe me if I told you I read the script?" Ling Yu said with a smile.

Xiao Yan: "???"

"Okay, that's enough. Go take a shower and get some rest."

Under Xiao Yan's confused gaze, Ling Yu patted him on the shoulder, then walked past him towards the bedroom.

Scratched his head.

Unable to think clearly, Xiao Yan went to the bathroom to wash up.

"Oh, right, remember to take off your ring before going to bed. I'm sure Boss Yao won't eavesdrop on your conversations tonight."

Ling Yu returned and knocked on the bathroom door, reminding him.

"This kid, do you think I'm that kind of person?"

Upon hearing Ling Yu's words, Yao Lao's soul floated out from the Bone Flame Ring and said irritably.

"Teacher, I just took my clothes off..."

Xiao Yan, who was standing to the side, quickly covered his private parts with his clothes.

The old doctor merely glanced at it indifferently, then revealed a disdainful smile.

"You little brat, are you shy with me? When have you ever worn clothes after refining a strange fire?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan's expression froze, and his old face turned red.

"Anyway, it was forced, Teacher, you should go back to the ring!" Xiao Yan urged.

"I understand, but I really don't understand. What's the point of blocking a little chick? It's not like an eagle like me."

Yao Lao waved his hand and, urged by Xiao Yan, returned to the Bone Flame Ring.

Xiao Yan spat.

He didn't show it on the surface, but he was secretly thinking: What kind of eagle is he? He's just an old ostrich!

After taking a bath, Xiao Yan listened to advice, took off the Bone Flame Ring, placed it on the table, and covered it with a bowl.

Feeling his heart pounding, Xiao Yan, somewhat excited, cautiously walked towards the bedroom.

Inside the room, Gu Xun'er was already in bed.

She had initially peeked out, but upon seeing Xiao Yan, she immediately tucked her adorable head back under the covers, then slowly revealed her eyes.

Bed

There was only one quilt.

Because Ling Yu understood very well.

Even if you give them two options, these two people will eventually cover one.

Since one of them will inevitably become a mere foil, let's just use one directly.

"Why is there only one blanket? I'll go ask Brother Yu for another one!"

Seeing that there was only one quilt, Xiao Yan's already excited heart started pounding even harder.

Having been a virgin for 17 years, he had never encountered anything like this before, and he was so nervous that he couldn't even speak clearly.

"No, no need, let's leave it like this. Brother Xiao Yan, you just took a bath, don't catch a cold." Gu Xun'er's voice trembled slightly.

But observant people can notice it.

His slightly trembling words also carried a hint of excitement and anticipation.

Clearly, she did not resist.

Normally, we can only say there's no opportunity, or that Xiao Yan is clueless or that Ling Ying is watching over him.

But now, she can!

Xiao Yan, who had just placed his hand on the doorknob, felt his heart skip a beat when he heard Xun'er's plea to stay.

I feel a little dizzy.

By the time he came to his senses, he was already in bed.

Beside her was Gu Xun'er, whose face was flushed and who looked quite adorable.

"Xun'er, I..."

"Brother Xiao Yan, do you not want to sleep with Xun'er?" Xiao Yan had just opened his mouth when Gu Xun'er cut him off.

"Of course not! It's just that it wouldn't be fair to you."

"Does Brother Xiao Yan have confidence in himself?"

"what?"

Xun'er didn't speak, but gently held Xiao Yan's large hand, her voice tender: "Xun'er will wait for you, until you come to marry Xun'er."

At this moment, Xiao Yan felt an unprecedented motivation to become stronger.

Perhaps in the past, he was driven by resentment over his declining cultivation, his father's expectations, and the shame of the three-year agreement. But now, it's because he wants to marry the person he loves!

Xiao Yan's gaze gradually hardened as he grasped Gu Xun'er's delicate hands.

He assured her, "You won't have to wait too long!"

"Yes, Xun'er has always believed in Brother Xiao Yan."

The girl's voice, as always, held confidence in the boy.

This was true during low points, it was true during ordinary times, and it is true now.

Gradually, the boy's heart calmed down.

The two lay hand in hand on the soft bed, looking at the somewhat dazzling incandescent light.

"Xun'er, this should be the first time we've slept together."

Perhaps sensing that the atmosphere was a bit off, Xiao Yan took the initiative to make a joke.

“Yes, but Brother Xiao Yan, you mustn’t do anything bad,” Gu Xun’er said with a smile.

"Cough, I'm a gentleman, how could I do such a thing?" Xiao Yan defended himself.

Chapter 171

"Really? When Xun'er was four to six years old, she would sneak into my room every night and use a very clumsy method and not very strong fighting spirit to nourish my bones and meridians. Each time, she would leave exhausted after sweating profusely."