The wind blew through the crabapple tree, sending petals drifting down in a flurry.
There was a moment of absolute silence in the air.
Leng Shuxue thought he had misheard. What did you... just say?
Fourth Senior Brother, your legs are injured, but surely your ears aren't failing too? Yuan Shu smiled brightly and repeated herself.
I said, kiss me.
She leaned closer to Leng Shuxue, staring unblinkingly and intently into his eyes.
His face was reflected in those beautiful phoenix eyes.
Leng Shuxue's face suddenly grew hot. Not knowing where to look, he couldn't help but avert his gaze.
S-Seventh Junior Sister, did you... did you misspeak?
Misspeak about what? Yuan Shu tilted her head, a charming expression appearing on her already stunningly beautiful face.
Leng Shuxue could hear the rapid beating of his own heart.
He didn't understand why Yuan Shu would suddenly propose such a condition to him.
Was she joking, or...
Seventh Junior Sister, this joke isn't funny. This concerns your reputation. Leng Shuxue took a deep breath, suppressing his restless heart.
How could he do such a thing to Seventh Junior Sister?
He couldn't!
I don't mind, Fourth Senior Brother. This is my only demand. Kiss me, and you'll be able to stand up. So, are you going to kiss me or not?
Yuan Shu brought her face close to Leng Shuxue's again, watching as his newly calmed cheeks showed signs of turning red once more.
I, you, Seventh Junior Sister, this... this isn't right, this... this is inappropriate!
Fourth Senior Brother, I don't even mind, so what are you worrying about? Kiss me, and I'll cure your demonic poison. You have my word.
Leng Shuxue abruptly looked up, meeting Yuan Shu's serious face. His expression became a mix of shock and embarrassment.
Was Yuan Shu telling the truth?
Did she really want him to kiss her?
Thinking Leng Shuxue was just shy, Yuan Shu continued to persuade him, Fourth Senior Brother, you used to be the most talented disciple with a mutated Ice Spiritual Root on Qingyun Peak.
Are you really willing to spend the rest of your life in a wheelchair, watching other disciples break through to the Golden Core, the Nascent Soul, and even the Soul Formation stages?
While you yourself, because of the demonic poison, are stuck at Foundation Establishment for life, never able to advance another inch?
Leng Shuxue pursed his lips.
Of course he wasn't willing.
He was also a chosen one of heaven; he was also someone capable of breaking through to the Golden Core and Nascent Soul stages.
But despite all his exhaustive efforts, he had only barely managed to break through to Foundation Establishment.
This was the terror of the demonic poison. Not only had it crippled his legs, but it also hindered his cultivation speed.
And he was completely helpless against it.
Thinking again of the agonizing pain that struck twice a month, sometimes it hurt so much he even wanted to kill himself!
Seventh Junior Sister, you aren't joking? You really want me to...
He looked at Yuan Shu and opened his mouth, but couldn't bring himself to say such outrageous words.
Kiss her? Did she really want him to kiss her?
Fourth Senior Brother, kiss me, and I will help you stand up. I... I keep my promises.
Yuan Shu leaned in a fraction closer and pointed to her own lips.
Leng Shuxue was handsome. His face was as fair and clean as snow, his features were cold and clear, and he possessed an otherworldly aura.
The very first time she saw this man under the crabapple tree, Yuan Shu had been captivated by him.
If she hadn't taken his feelings into consideration, she might have long ago taken advantage of his immobility and forced herself on him!
However, considering she still needed to stay in the Luoxian Sect for a while, if Leng Shuxue proved to be stubborn and blew the matter out of proportion, it would be difficult to resolve.
After mulling it over, Yuan Shu decided to use bait to tempt him.
At the very least, approaching him this way wouldn't invite rejection.
Close. Yuan Shu was far too close.
Leng Shuxue could clearly see his reflection in Yuan Shu's eyes.
She was indeed beautiful. It was no wonder that whenever people in the sect passed by, they would mention this great beauty among the core disciples.
Leng Shuxue had a cold personality, but he was still a normal man.
He liked beautiful things, and he liked beautiful people.
Therefore, as Yuan Shu pressed closer to him, his Adam's apple bobbed uncontrollably.
He opened his mouth, wanting to persuade Yuan Shu again, but he didn't know how.
In this matter, he was the one begging Yuan Shu, not the other way around.
If this was her only condition, what else could he do?
Just one kiss...
Leng Shuxue pursed his lips, his eyes flickering. He lowered his head and lightly touched his lips to Yuan Shu's cheek.
Extremely light, extremely gentle.
Like a dragonfly skimming the water's surface, like a butterfly fluttering its wings.
Yuan Shu paused for a moment. By the time she reacted, Leng Shuxue had already pulled back. His fair cheeks were bright red as he turned his head to look away into the distance.
It was as if he didn't dare look at her anymore.
Yuan Shu laughed. Hehe, hehe... Fourth Senior Brother, so you're actually this shy?
Leng Shuxue's cheeks burned crimson. His hands gripped the armrests of his wheelchair tightly, feeling so embarrassed he wanted to find a hole to crawl into.
But he still cared about his legs. He still had to face Yuan Shu, and he still had to endure her teasing.
Seventh Junior Sister, I did what you asked. Can you treat my legs now?
Hmm... Yuan Shu stroked her chin, and under Leng Shuxue's intense gaze, she slowly shook her head.
Fourth Senior Brother, kiss here, not here.
Yuan Shu pointed to her own lips, then pointed to her cheek.
A mere touch on the cheek, how did that count as a kiss?
Leng Shuxue's eyes widened slightly. Seventh Junior Sister, you...
He opened his mouth to say something, but facing Yuan Shu's pretty little face, he couldn't bring himself to utter a word of reprimand.
Most importantly, he was the one begging for help!
Yuan Shu's attitude was resolute; she didn't give up just because of his embarrassment.
She even extended a delicate white finger and tapped her own lips, signaling to Leng Shuxue not to kiss the wrong place again.
Leng Shuxue's gaze fell on the red lips beneath her dainty little nose.
Yuan Shu's lips were very full. The slightly upturned lip tubercle gleamed with a crystal-clear moisture, like immortal fruit jelly, bright red and looking incredibly delicious at a glance.
Leng Shuxue's eyes trembled slightly, and his Adam's apple bobbed. After repeatedly confirming that Yuan Shu wasn't joking and that she truly wanted him to kiss her on the mouth,
He pursed his lips, took a deep breath, and kissed Yuan Shu's lips with the determination of a man going to his death.
A faint scent of pear blossoms drilled into his nose, like mellow, strong liquor, making him dizzy.
The soft touch against his lips was like a sweet pastry, making his entire body go weak.
Almost the instant they touched, Leng Shuxue reflexively pulled back.
But the moment his face moved, a pair of hands suddenly wrapped around his neck, holding him firmly.
At the same time, Yuan Shu exerted force, instantly closing the distance between her and Leng Shuxue, and her lips gently captured his.
The softness pressed close once more, accompanied by an even richer scent of pear blossoms that lingered between their lips and breath.
Leng Shuxue was completely dumbfounded. With wide eyes, he stared blankly at Yuan Shu.
Having finally kissed his lips, Yuan Shu naturally wouldn't let him go so easily.
She parted her lips slightly and took a small bite of his lip.
Leng Shuxue's eyes widened in shock, and for a moment, he couldn't even react.
It wasn't until the softness against his lips seemingly unsatisfied with just that, began to gently nibble on his lip.
Startled, Leng Shuxue reflexively reached out, wanting to pull Yuan Shu away.
But he was entirely frozen by her next words.
Fourth Senior Brother, don't you want to stand up anymore?
