Chapter 1006 - 1115: Demonic Treasure

Outside the mist of the Immortal Island.

On the deck of the merchant ship.

"General, it's 3:00 PM."

A Fish Scale Guard, respectfully spoke to a graceful silhouette sitting at the prow.

Hugging Chen Mo, Yue Ruyan heard these words, her eyelashes quivered like dewdrop-covered butterfly wings, her fingertips unconsciously twisting the folds of Chen Mo's robe, gazing at the man in her arms like a wooden figure, her pupils shimmering with ice-like glimmers.

"It's all my fault, if I hadn't said I wanted to try, if I hadn't said those things, you... you wouldn't have taken the risk, wouldn't have..."

Her lips paled to the hue of early cherry blossoms, suddenly gripping the jade necklace Chen Mo had given her, its coolness blistering against her skin.

More than three hours have passed.

And from what she knew, Chen Mo's soul travel limit was about one hour, far exceeding this now and Chen Mo hadn't returned, Yue Ruyan's heart already sensed misfortune.

Were it not for guarding Chen Mo's physical body, she would've charged into the mist long before.

Initially, she was with Chen Mo, compelled by circumstances, the union born of necessity and interest, without affection.

But over the years, even ice melts when warmed.

Moreover, they had a child, though Yue Ruyan didn't express it, their affection had already become inseparable.

Now thinking he might be in peril,

her grip on the necklace tightened, raising her hand, her fingertips pressed against trembling lips yet still letting out a whimper like a young beast.

For a long while, she wiped the corner of her eyes with her knuckle, leaving streaks of moisture on the skin, then slowly put down Chen Mo's physical body in her arms, picked up the broadsword beside her, and slowly stood up.

"Whether he is alive or dead, I must go in and find out, even if it costs my life..."

Yue Ruyan resolved with determination, her teeth biting her lip till it bled.

"Cough cough..."

Just then, Chen Mo, who was lying lifelessly on the deck, suddenly sat up harshly coughing, with blood seeping from the corners of his eyes, nose, and mouth.

Before Chen Mo could fully adjust.

"Boom..."

A dull thud sounded, like something falling heavily to the ground, Chen Mo turned his head to see a soft yet vibrant figure letting go of the broadsword, darting over, pinning him onto the deck, and hugging his head tightly, sobbing quietly.

Realizing it was Yue Ruyan, Chen Mo initially wanted to say something, but his mouth only soundlessly opened then closed again, holding her, his large hand gently patting her back, softly murmuring, "Don't cry, I'm okay, I'm okay."

The Fish Scale Guards on the ship saw this scene, though not understanding what happened, chose not to look, turning their backs in alarm.

Uncertain how long it had been.

Yue Ruyan's emotions still hadn't settled, tears pooling into a crystal prism at the corners of her eyes, refracting broken light, she slightly propped herself up to gaze at the person below her, after a while, with jade fists began lightly pounding Chen Mo's shoulders, not with strength but emotional release, punching for a moment before holding him tightly again, her delicate body trembling slightly.

Soon after, Yue Ruyan, who gradually calmed down, got up, back turned to Chen Mo, wiping the tears from her eyes, tidying herself briefly before turning back, looking down at the blood seeping from Chen Mo's eyes and mouth, softly asking, "Are you... alright?"

She seemed like a different person from before.

"I'm fine, close call without danger."

Chen Mo shook his head; the blood was due to the return of his Primordial Spirit.

When the Primordial Spirit departed, it was at the Human Yuan Realm, but upon return it was at the peak of the Earth Yuan Realm, whereas the physical body was only at the 3rd Layer of the Spirit Platform, which couldn't withstand it at once.

"Then... hurry and get up," Yue Ruyan said, turning away to wipe her nose, still not completely free from sorrow, wanting to conceal it from Chen Mo, after composing herself, she turned back again.

Chen Mo extended his hand to Yue Ruyan.

Yue Ruyan gave Chen Mo a slight playful glance, eventually bending slightly to grasp his hand, pulling him up.

"Ru Yan, I have something to tell you."

Chen Mo wrapped his arm around Yue Ruyan's waist, bringing her along to the second floor of the merchant ship.

...

Entering the room and shutting the door.

Chen Mo pressed Yue Ruyan against the wall, one hand grappling hers overhead, leaning in to proficiently kiss Yue Ruyan's lips.

Yue Ruyan resisted for a moment out of shock, then ardently responded to Chen Mo.

She didn't know what happened to Chen Mo inside, nor rushed to ask.

Only knew that Chen Mo longed for her.

She also yearned for Chen Mo's intimacy.

Chen Mo released Yue Ruyan's hands, lowering them, circling to her waist, squeezing her plump derrière, his lips traveled along her jaw to kiss her fragrant neck.

Yue Ruyan's hands cradled Chen Mo's head, her cheeks flushed a deep red.

After a while, she sulked, gently pushing Chen Mo; seeing he wouldn't budge, she lifted a delicate hand, fingertips pressed against her lips, tilting her head to let Chen Mo indulge.

Once warmed up, the game was about to begin.

Chen Mo gazed into her blushing, intoxicated face, leaning in to whisper in her ear.

Yue Ruyan reddened further, murmuring a vexed, "You just bully people."

Despite saying that, she obediently turned away.

... Chen Mo held onto Yue Ruyan's waist, his arm reaching in front of her neck, capturing her, inhaling her fragrant scent, he began discussing the Immortal Island events.