The Journey of Immortal Cultivation-Chapter 855 - 471: Laying the Trap
Then, he reached out to tear at her clothes. Hu Huoer was dressed quite sturdily today, so the tearing sound was loud. Tantai Yi is just like a stone man, hearing that sound, it’s inevitable he would act.
So he really did act, and quite explosively.
After Tantai Yi lifted the curtain and flashed inside, he saw Xu Liangyu almost pressing on Hu Huoer, ripping her clothes into tatters. Instantly, sparks flew from his dark eyes. When he saw Hu Huoer crying like raindrops on a pear blossom, pitifully looking at him, he forgot all his divine skills in a rage, punched the man in front of him hard, and grabbed Xu Liangyu by the collar, dragging him directly off the soft couch of the carriage.
Xu Liangyu was startled, receiving a punch to the face, but quickly reacted, a flash of silver light emerged from his sleeve, already releasing a locking chain towards Tantai’s face: "Why are you interfering?"
Tantai Yi stayed silent, eyes faintly brimming with fury, blocking the attack twice before unhooking the gourd at his waist. Besides holding wine, this gourd is a refined magic artifact, capable of unleashing Meridian Divine Light with various marvelous uses and formidable destructive power. Xu Liangyu, having witnessed his skills throughout the journey, recognized the gourd’s danger, face turning pale, seized the chance to leap off the carriage, cursing in a low voice outside, and ran as Tantai Yi pursued him. Hu Huoer felt extremely uncomfortable. She had mustered all her energy to cope just now, and seeing the progress match her expectations, couldn’t help but relax. Now, she felt the world spinning, as if her limbs were beyond control, struggling even to turn over. Only warmth began to spread quickly through her body, making her skin turn red. She couldn’t resist curling into a ball, battling the strange sensation her body was experiencing.
After some time, someone gently shook her, calling softly: "Hu Huoer, Hu Huoer!" Seeing she had no response, they lightly touched her forehead, and a cool sensation instantly sobered her up a bit. Those deep, dark eyes in front of her, even in her dazed state, she would never mistake them. He was leaning over, looking at her with worry that she never expected to see on his face.
Tantai Yi had returned, wrapped in a breath of wind and snow, no wonder his body felt so cool.
The opportunity comes only once; if missed, Hu Huoer would regret it for a lifetime. She secretly bit her teeth, suddenly reached to hook Tantai Yi’s neck, pulling him towards her: "Tantai, I feel awful!" She actually managed to pull him! Sister Xian praised her, saying that speaking half-eyed and half-softened, no man could resist, and Tantai was no exception.
Sure enough, the man in front of her seemed flustered, even his breathing deepened. She felt excited inside, realizing he indeed had feelings for her. But, what to do next?
At this moment, Tantai Yi gritted his teeth and said: "Hu Huoer. You’ve been drugged by him. Let go of me first!" His eyes were filled with restraint, pulling her hands from his waist, uncorking the gourd and taking a sip.
Hu Huoer knew it wasn’t due to his alcohol addiction but to perform the divine art of Heavenly Rain. Once this divine skill is unleashed, it instantly dispels many negative states, leaving her no excuse to act further. In desperation, she suddenly felt strength surging, hugging his neck tightly and kissed him!
Ning Xiaoxian had slipped a drug named "Love Rejuvenation" into Tantai Yi’s drink today, capable of igniting deep desires. When inactive, nothing seemed amiss, but as soon as a spark of passion flickered within, it would be overwhelmingly amplified tenfold, even a cultivator would struggle to resist. "Just ignite the fire within him, and he’ll handle the rest," Ning Xiaoxian had irresponsibly told her.
Tantai Yi knew exactly what to do.
Hu Huoer clutched his head, urgently whispering in his ear: "Who am I? Tantai Yi, who am I?" He should know who the woman before him is, right?
He glared at her with a devouring gaze: "You are Hu Huoer!"
Hu Huoer closed her eyes, tears streaming down her cheeks.
He remembers, that’s what matters.
This is the man she loves dearly. After so much waiting and pain, she finally got him, using despicable and unscrupulous means.
Even if it’s just for one night, one night is enough. Be it pain or joy, she wants to keep tonight etched in her mind, engraved in her heart. If he still loathes her after today, at least when she leaves, she’ll have this sweet memory to savor amid solitude.
She’s loved him for so many years, and even possessing him for one night is worth no regret!
But before the tears could reach her hair, he sharply intercepted them, not allowing her tears to fall.
Why hadn’t she noticed before that Tantai could be so domineering at times?
After a while, Tantai Yi regained clarity, leaning close to her ear to ask: "Huoer, who set this trap for us, tell me?"
Hu Huoer shrank slightly, somehow instinctively muddled, reluctantly answering: "Sister Xian, it’s Sister Xian."
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Humans are keen creatures, always the first to detect subtle changes. For instance, most people in the convoy noticed, Miss Hu Huoer usually enjoyed riding alongside her best friend, but today, accompanying her in the carriage was not Ning Xiaoxian, but Tantai Yi.
And Tantai Yi no longer appeared as travel-worn as in the past few days, suddenly becoming sharp and refreshed, even sporting a clean-shaven face. Many ladies then realized that besides his morning star-like eyes, his features are handsome, possessing the rugged maturity absent in younger men.
Who knows how many girls’ eyes lingered on him, yet thankfully Tantai now appeared less frequently.
Whenever a couple seals their relationship, they stay close, relishing in their newfound intimacy like honey mixed with oil. Ning Xiaoxian wisely gave space to these passionate lovers, seeking another carriage to ponder the loneliness of "matching a pair over a wall."
Due to her frightful methods exhibited, Tantai Yi resolutely forbade her from much contact with Hu Huoer, presumably fearing she’d corrupt his wife. After soothing Hu Huoer back, she obediently complied, offering Ning Xiaoxian an apologetic smile before being pulled into the carriage by Tantai.
"Heartless, so heartless." Ning Xiaoxian murmured inside the carriage, "Seduced by beauty, forgetting friendship, Hu Huoer, we’re through!" Yesterday, when Tantai Yi chased after Hu Huoer, she sneaked onto the crime scene carriage to retrieve the device releasing the Gu Ying Mirror, otherwise the one choosing to sever friendship today would be Hu Huoer.
As for Xu Liangyu, this unfortunate soul had his recent memory wiped by Tu Jin. This morning as he regained consciousness, Hu Huoer was already in Tantai Yi’s arms, their affectionate demeanor prompting his somber departure. Ning Xiaoxian felt a tinge of guilt for exploiting him unknowingly, yet didn’t believe she was wrong. "Since he ultimately wouldn’t win Hu Huoer, why not facilitate their happiness?" (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, you’re welcome to visit Qidian.com to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com for reading.)
