Chapter 5: The First Kiss is Gone

I felt like a drowning person who had grasped the last lifeline, and I urgently said: "You promised to give me three days to help you find what you want. If my grandmother dies, I do not wish to live either"

I gritted my teeth, wearing an expression of defiance as I declared: "Take my life!"

As soon as these words were spoken, they immediately caused panic among the villagers, and in an instant, emotions ran high, with dozens of people surrounding my grandmother and me in the center

After a moment, he spoke with a hint of amusement: "I can help you save someone, but how can you guarantee that you will provide me with what I desire?"

I have just noticed that my grandmother has lost a lot of weight in the past few days, with the bones in her wrists and fingers protruding, making her look as if most of her vitality has been drained away

I was immediately captivated by the aura he exuded, swallowing hard in trepidation, and mustering the courage to explain: "This does not count as a threat; you, you and I help each other, at most, at most it can be considered a mutual benefit..."

Can you help me! Help me save my grandmother

"You are but a worthless life, already on the brink of death; what use do I have for you?" Su Qingyuan's brows held a hint of playful mockery, his voice languid, "However, passing the time a bit is not out of the question."

Just when I was feeling completely lost and despairing, Su Qingyuan suddenly appeared in front of me.

Grandmother leaned against the bed, her eyes nearly unable to open, holding my hand as if she were imparting her final wishes

Grandma sighed, looking very tired: "Child, don't ask, don't ask anymore, let's go home first"

"Nannan, you can no longer stay in Kuhe Village. That beast is after you. You need not worry about me. Go, hurry and leave..."

Can we save my grandmother now? I asked with a sigh

I see

But now, whether I stick my neck out or withdraw, it is still a gamble; I can only take a leap of faith and go all in

I was taken aback, instinctively wanting to retreat, but my jaw was firmly grasped by his cold fingers

Su Qingyuan let out a scoff, his gaze carrying a disdain that seemed to transcend all things: "You yourself are a person on the brink of death, why would I need to deceive you?"

Su Qingyuan's actions are merely aimed at maximizing my value to facilitate the search for his demon essence

"You are talking nonsense! My grandmother will not die!" I said with red eyes, like a cornered beast in a desperate situation, glaring at him fiercely, "I will not allow you to curse my grandmother!"

Could it be that Grandma will also be like Zhang Youde ... and *illustrated* books ...

He said you would be better off not needing it; if there ever comes a day when you do need it, it will be your fate, and there is no escaping it

He, he actually kissed me forcefully

I couldn't help but shrink my neck, and my imposing presence immediately diminished by a few degrees

I am extremely anxious; I need to take her to the county hospital, but my grandmother refuses to allow it

Grandmother fainted right after she finished speaking

A light and casual remark directly severed the ties of life and death for grandmother

I dare not think any further, feeling as if my world has collapsed.

No, it's not necessary! I composed myself, suppressing my insignificant sense of shame. Compared to my grandmother's life, what does a first kiss even matter?

At the critical moment of life and death, I am not that sentimental yet

Grandmother agreed not to burn the fox carcass, but it could not remain in my grandfather's coffin. The villagers would prepare another coffin for its proper placement.

Does he mean to say that everyone else has already passed away

You, you, just say whether it is acceptable or not

Seeing that the situation was becoming difficult to resolve, the village chief quickly stepped in to mediate

Su Qingyuan did not respond, and his figure suddenly approached, a powerful pressure instantly bearing down on my face

The elders in the village say that my grandmother had a very good relationship with my grandfather when she was young. Now that my grandfather's remains are no longer here, although my grandmother does not speak of it, she must be very sad inside

What a perfect arrangement for mutual benefit! Su Qingyuan, with a hint of mockery in his expression, coldly remarked, "To dare negotiate terms with me, you can be considered the first living person in history."

His brows were cold and stern, and a pair of brilliant golden eyes were sharp and indifferent. He cast a faint glance at his grandmother on the sickbed and said in a low voice: "The fox's resentment has turned to poison, it has already entered the lungs, there is no hope for recovery, prepare for the funeral!"

I pinched my palm with my fingers, feeling a surge of anxiety inside, yet I forced myself to appear calm on the outside

I cannot guarantee it, but you currently have no better options, do you?

I suddenly remembered that the last time Zhang Youde almost choked me to death, the thing I grabbed in my confusion seemed to be this kind of fur

Although I have not interacted much with Su Qingyuan, I am well aware that this man before me is a ruthless character. If I were not at the end of my rope, how would I dare to make a deal with him

She seems to have a heavy heart

Grandmother shook her head, gazing in the direction of the grave mound, and sighed deeply: "No need, that was originally just a tomb for the deceased without a body; your grandfather did not leave behind a corpse, so you need not mention this matter again."

Su Qingyuan naturally stated: "Just now, I have already infused a trace of vital energy into your body. After this, you will be able to sense my demon essence within a certain range and among the books."

My mind went blank, and a wave of intense shame and anger surged within me. Just as I was about to push him away, he preemptively released me, his face displaying unabashed disdain

"Grandma, should we still look for Grandpa's body?" I carefully asked, observing Grandma's expression.

In the next moment, I widened my eyes in terror, as Su Qingyuan's flawless and stunningly beautiful face was right at my nose, and my lips brushed against a soft and icy object.

Upon hearing this, Su Qingyuan's expression suddenly turned cold, and the fragmented golden light in his eyes seemed capable of freezing the air.

Su Qingyuan's smile deepened slightly at the corners of his mouth, and his eyes lifted playfully: "What if you lose the bet?"

That smile gave me goosebumps all over my body

Su Qingyuan did not respond to me immediately, but merely looked at me with a cold and eerie smile

This is the item your grandfather left for you; open it when you leave the withered river village

There are two days left, why not just accompany me for a gamble.

What is the matter with the fox corpse in that coffin? I felt uneasy as I looked at my grandmother

This was my first kiss, and it just disappeared like that

"What are you doing?" I felt wronged and sad, a layer of moisture enveloping my eyes, constantly rubbing my mouth and lips with my hands

You, are, threatening, this seat?

I ... ... '' Su Qingyuan's question was very pointed, I gritted my teeth, feeling somewhat uneasy in my heart

She said that her illness cannot be treated by the hospital

When I returned from the back mountain, my grandmother's complexion was quite poor; I had never seen her look so serious.

As for whether they plan to offer it up or bury it, grandmother did not inquire

"So, does that mean you have agreed?" I asked, both surprised and delighted, testing the waters.

Then he took out a package and handed it to me

Moreover, I also discovered a tuft of red fuzz growing on the back of my grandmother's hand, extending all the way up to her arm

If you have a change of heart, this seat can be reclaimed

Indeed, I do not have enough leverage in my hands to confidently stand here and negotiate terms with him

His words reminded me

Upon returning home, grandmother fell ill, her face devoid of any color, appearing very weak

It was a very old bundle, wrapped in a piece of faded red silk cloth, tied with a tight knot, and it felt heavy as if it contained a wooden box inside

After much negotiation, each party took a step back

So much has happened in the past two days that I cannot cope with it alone. Now even my grandmother has fallen ill, and I truly do not know what to do.