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In a relatively open clearing, she saw Lu Lingfeng. Lu Lingfeng sat cross-legged, eyes closed, with a faint glow emanating from his body, clearly cultivating to improve his spirit power.
Pei Xijun was overjoyed and stood quietly to the side, not wanting to disturb Lu Lingfeng's cultivation.
But after a while, Lu Lingfeng seemed to sense her presence and slowly opened his eyes.
"Xijun? Why are you here?"
Lu Lingfeng's voice was exceptionally clear in the silent night.
When he saw that Pei Xijun was next to him, his heart also stirred.
Under the night sky, the atmosphere became a little ambiguous.
Pei Xijun smiled slightly, raising the lantern in her hand. She replied gently:
"I came to gather herbs, and I didn't expect to find you cultivating. Some special herbs are easier to find in the forest at night. How is your cultivation progressing?"
Lu Lingfeng stood up and stretched his limbs.
"I've made some progress. The spiritual energy in the forest at night is richer, which is very helpful for my cultivation. However, it's too dangerous for you to gather herbs alone at night."
Pei Xijun shook her head gently:
"I'll be careful. And I'm not unprepared; I brought some self-defense medicines and tools. As for you, don't rush your cultivation; pay attention to your body."
Lu Lingfeng looked at Pei Xijun, his eyes full of tenderness:
"Don't worry, I know. Have you gathered any good herbs?"
Pei Xijun opened her herb basket, displayed the herbs inside, and said with a slight hint of confusion:
"Some of these herbs are very rare. Oh, by the way, are you done cultivating? Why don't you come with me to gather herbs?"
Lu Lingfeng looked at Pei Xijun's expectant gaze, his heart warmed, and he smiled and nodded:
"Alright, I'll accompany you to gather herbs then."
Pei Xijun's face immediately bloomed into a brilliant smile, like the brightest star in the night sky.
She held the lantern a little higher, illuminating the path ahead.
Lu Lingfeng followed closely beside her, his gaze vigilantly scanning the surroundings.
Pei Xijun hummed a little tune softly as she walked, her mood exceptionally pleasant.
She turned to look at Lu Lingfeng from time to time, her eyes full of joy.
Lu Lingfeng, feeling her gaze, would return a gentle smile.
Suddenly.
Pei Xijun's foot was tripped by a vine hidden under fallen leaves.
"Oh dear!"
She exclaimed, losing her balance and falling forward.
Lu Lingfeng was quick, instantly reaching out and embracing her waist.
Pei Xijun only felt a dizzying sensation, completely unable to control her body.
Then, she fell into a warm and solid embrace.
Her heart rate suddenly accelerated, and her cheeks instantly became scorching hot.
She looked up, meeting Lu Lingfeng's concerned gaze.
Lu Lingfeng's eyes were filled with tension; he held Pei Xijun's waist tightly, as if afraid she would suffer even the slightest harm.
"Xijun, are you alright?"
He asked softly, his voice trembling slightly from tension.
Pei Xijun shook her head, saying somewhat flustered:
"Mm-hmm, I'm fine."
She tried to break free from Lu Lingfeng's embrace but found her body soft and without any strength.
Lu Lingfeng didn't immediately let her go; instead, he lowered his head and carefully checked if she was injured.
His hair lightly brushed against Pei Xijun's cheek, bringing a ticklish sensation.
Pei Xijun's heart pounded even harder; she could even hear her own heartbeat rhythmically beating strongly.
"Are you really not hurt? Did you scratch yourself anywhere?"
Lu Lingfeng asked again, his tone full of concern.
Pei Xijun, blushing, shook her head again:
"I'm really fine, you can let go of me now."
Only then did Lu Lingfeng realize he was still holding Pei Xijun tightly; a blush also appeared on his face.
He gently released Pei Xijun, awkwardly scratching his head and saying:
"Uh… I'm sorry, I was too worried about you just now."
Pei Xijun straightened her clothes, not daring to look into Lu Lingfeng's eyes.
"Mm-hmm, it's okay, thank you."
She said softly.
The atmosphere between them became somewhat subtle; an ambiguous aura permeated the air.
Lu Lingfeng cleared his throat, trying to break the awkward situation.
"Let's keep going, be careful."
He said.
Pei Xijun nodded, quietly following behind him.
They continued to walk deeper into the forest.
However.
That scene just now kept replaying in Pei Xijun's mind.
She secretly glanced at Lu Lingfeng from time to time, a strange emotion welling up in her heart.
Lu Lingfeng also sensed Pei Xijun's unusual behavior; his heart was equally unsettled.
He tried to keep himself calm, focusing on the surrounding environment.
But whenever he saw Pei Xijun's delicate figure, an uncontrollable impulse would surge within him.
"Xijun, are you tired? Shall we rest for a bit?"
Lu Lingfeng suddenly said.
Pei Xijun shook her head:
"I'm not tired, let's keep going."
It wasn't that she didn't want to stop, but because she was afraid that once they stopped, the ambiguous atmosphere would make her even more flustered.
Lu Lingfeng saw through her thoughts; he smiled and said nothing more.
They continued forward, and soon, they arrived by a small stream. The stream flowed gently, sparkling with silver light under the moonlight.
Pei Xijun was attracted by the beautiful scenery; she walked to the stream, knelt down, and gently touched the water with her hand.
The stream water was cool and comfortable, making her mood exceptionally pleasant.
Lu Lingfeng stood behind her, quietly watching her.
His eyes were filled with tenderness and love; he felt that Pei Xijun was the most beautiful woman in this World.
"This stream is so beautiful."
Pei Xijun said softly.
Lu Lingfeng nodded:
"Yes, it's beautiful. Just like you."
His voice was very low, but Pei Xijun still heard him.
Her cheeks turned red again; she didn't know how to respond.
"Let's continue looking for herbs."
Pei Xijun said, blushing.
The two of them continued forward, the fallen leaves under their feet rustling.
Pei Xijun walked while carefully observing the surrounding vegetation, searching for those precious herbs.
Lu Lingfeng would occasionally remind her softly to watch out for rocks or branches underfoot, lest she fall again.
"Look, there's a Purple Leaf Grass over there!"
Pei Xijun suddenly said excitedly, pointing to a patch of grass not far away.
In the dark green grass, a faint purple leaf shone particularly brightly under the moonlight.
She quickly walked over, knelt down, carefully dug the Purple Leaf Grass out of the soil, and placed it in her herb basket.
Lu Lingfeng stood by, watching her focused demeanor, his eyes full of admiration.
"This Purple Leaf Grass is a rare and good medicinal ingredient; it can be used to refine many precious elixirs."
Pei Xijun looked up and explained to Lu Lingfeng.
Lu Lingfeng nodded slightly:
"You really have a deep understanding of herbs."
Pei Xijun smiled:
"I've been interested in herbs since I was little, and I've been studying and researching them all these years."
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