Chapter 143: Tenderness and Love! Sister Lingling is so proactive today!
Ye Xuanming dressed and walked out of the room, where he saw Ye Lingling carefully tending to the flowers and plants in the courtyard.
The sunlight shone on Ye Lingling, giving her a golden edge, making her look very beautiful.
Ye Xuanming didn't disturb her; he simply leaned against the pillar and watched quietly.
It wasn't until Ye Lingling finished her work and straightened up that she noticed him.
She gave Ye Xuanming a gentle smile.
"woke up?"
"Um."
Ye Xuanming walked over and naturally took the watering can from Ye Lingling's hand.
"I'll do it."
Without exchanging any extra words, the two worked together seamlessly, one watering the plants and the other pruning the branches.
The window in Ning Rongrong and Dugu Yan's room was pushed open a crack, and two pairs of eyes were peeking out.
The two of them had eaten there yesterday, so naturally they couldn't eat much today.
Moreover, since it was Ye Lingling's home turf today, Ning Rongrong and Dugu Yan didn't come over either.
After finishing all this in the courtyard, Ye Xuanming put down the water jug and took Ye Lingling's hand.
"We've been staying in the manor for so long, it's time for us to go out for a walk."
Ye Lingling was taken aback. She rarely went out and was naturally quiet.
But looking at Ye Xuanming, she nodded slightly.
"good."
After changing into casual clothes, the two left the Ye Family Manor together and headed towards the most bustling street in Tiandou City.
The streets were bustling with people, and the sounds of vendors hawking their wares and horse-drawn carriages filled the air.
Ye Lingling felt a little uncomfortable with the noise and subconsciously moved closer to Ye Xuanming.
Ye Xuanming noticed her nervousness and gripped her hand even tighter.
Ye Xuanming, with Ye Lingling by his side, moved through the crowd like an ordinary couple.
Ye Xuanming bought a string of candied hawthorns and handed it to Ye Lingling's mouth first.
Ye Lingling's cheeks flushed slightly as she gently bit into one, the sweet and sour taste melting in her mouth.
She watched as Ye Xuanming also took a bite, a faint smile appearing on her face.
As she walked, Ye Lingling stopped in front of an exquisitely decorated shop.
It was a high-end store specializing in women's clothing and accessories.
"Would you like to go in and take a look?" Ye Xuanming asked.
Ye Lingling hesitated for a moment, then nodded.
The shop is filled with a dazzling array of items, from gorgeous dresses to exquisite jewelry.
Ye Xuanming patiently stayed with her, watching her pick up a silk scarf to examine it, then put it down, then pick up a hairpin to look at it, then put it back.
Just then, Ye Lingling's gaze was drawn to an area separated by a screen in the corner of the shop.
The clothes hanging there were made of thin fabric and had styles that were completely different from those outside.
A blush rose uncontrollably to her cheeks.
She quietly tugged at Ye Xuanming's sleeve and whispered:
"Xuanming, wait here for me for a moment, I... I'll go inside and take a look."
"Go."
Ye Xuanming didn't ask any more questions, but simply found a seat and sat down.
Ye Lingling seemed to have been granted a pardon and quickly walked behind the screen.
Although Ye Xuanming was sitting, his mental strength was so powerful that he could clearly sense Ye Lingling's emotional changes even without deliberately probing.
Nervous, shy, and a little excited.
After a moment, Ye Lingling came out from behind the screen with a small paper bag in her hand. She hid the paper bag behind her back and walked quickly to Ye Xuanming.
"I...I'm better now, let's go." Her voice was a little weak.
"What did you buy?" Ye Xuanming stood up and asked casually.
"No...nothing! Just some things girls use." Ye Lingling quickly shook her head and hid the paper bag even deeper behind her back.
Her blatant attempt to cover up her misdeeds amused Ye Xuanming.
Ye Xuanming didn't point it out, but simply followed her out of the shop. In the end, he was the one who would be happy.
The two strolled around for a while longer, and Ye Xuanming deliberately led her to a quiet alley with few people.
Ye Xuanming suddenly stopped and wrapped his arms around Ye Lingling from behind.
"Sister Lingling".
"Hmm?" Ye Lingling's body stiffened.
"What good stuff did you buy? Why are you being so mysterious?" Ye Xuanming rested his chin on her shoulder, his warm breath brushing against her ear.
"It's really nothing..." Ye Lingling's voice grew softer and softer.
"Is that so?" Ye Xuanming chuckled. "Then I'll have to see for myself."
As he spoke, he made a gesture with his free hand to reach for the paper bag behind her.
"Don't!"
Ye Lingling gasped and turned around, clutching the paper bag tightly with both hands, her cheeks flushed red as if they were about to bleed.
Looking at her adorable appearance, Ye Xuanming couldn't help but lean close to her ear and whisper in a voice that only the two of them could hear.
"Did you wear this for me tonight?"
Upon hearing this, Ye Lingling, feeling both embarrassed and annoyed, playfully punched Ye Xuanming's chest with her free hand.
"disgusting!"
Ye Lingling broke free from Ye Xuanming's embrace, picked up the paper bag, and ran forward without looking back. Her light blue hair danced in the air, looking quite beautiful.
Ye Xuanming stood there, watching Ye Lingling's retreating figure, the corners of his mouth curving into a wider smile.
...
That night.
The room was filled with the gentle fragrance of incense, dispelling the daytime noise.
Ye Lingling poured Ye Xuanming a last cup of warm flower tea.
She didn't say anything, but walked up to Ye Xuanming. Her clear eyes reflected the candlelight and his figure.
She raised her hand, her movements somewhat awkward but incredibly earnest, and untied the belt of his shirt.
That night, the Nine-Heart Begonia not only healed, but also blossomed with an exquisite beauty that bloomed only for one person.
...
Peaceful and warm days always fly by.
Nearly two months have passed in the blink of an eye, and the preliminary and qualifying rounds of the Tiandou region have come to an end.
The result was exactly as Ye Xuanming had predicted.
Under his guidance, the Tianshui Academy team made great strides, winning first place in both the qualifiers and the qualifying rounds with an undefeated record, becoming the talk of the town.
Shrek Academy, after that crushing defeat, barely managed to secure a qualifying spot.
On this day, outside Tiandou City.
All fifteen teams that will represent the Heavenly Dou Empire in the finals in Wuhun City have gathered here.
As a team that receives guaranteed advancement, the Royal Fighting Team is naturally among them.
Ye Xuanming, along with Ning Rongrong, Dugu Yan, and Ye Lingling, stood at the very front of the group, looking completely at ease.
Not far away, the girls from Tianshui Academy also arrived. As soon as Shui Yue'er saw Ye Xuanming, she wanted to rush over, but was pulled back by Shui Bing'er.
Shui Bing'er nodded slightly to Ye Xuanming as a greeting.
Just as the leaders of the various colleges were counting the number of people and preparing to board the luxurious carriages prepared by the Heavenly Dou Royal Family, a series of orderly hoofbeats approached from afar.
A carriage far more luxurious than the others, bearing the highest emblem of the Tiandou royal family, slowly approached, escorted by the Imperial Guards.
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