Chapter 8, From Heaven to Hell

Chen Nan unbuttoned his shirt and saw a row of neat bite marks on his shoulder, colored a bluish-purple

Hmph, what credibility can you, a shameless scoundrel, possibly have? Only a fool would believe your vows, so hurry up and write.

Haha... Chen Nan couldn't help but burst into laughter and said, "How is it? Is the experience pleasant? If you fall again, your beautiful backside will be able to compete with the Third Prince's."

Chen Nan : `` ... ... ''

Chen Nan reached out and patted the little princess a few times, saying: "I will give you a moment of freedom, but do not foolishly think about escaping. In a state where all your powers are sealed, you are no different from an ordinary person. If you wander around carelessly, you might inadvertently become a snack for some wild beast"

The little princess was set down by the shore. After seeing a look of relief on Chen Nan's face, she called out in dissatisfaction: "You scoundrel, how can you leave me under the scorching sun while you go off to enjoy the coolness alone? You are too selfish!"

Chen Nan ignored her and continued, "Once the divine arrow is released, it does not cease until it has tasted the target's blood. Do you really think that my previous shot missed its mark? I simply lacked the confidence to kill him in one shot. If I were to find myself in a situation as dire as yours with the giant serpent, it would only invite disaster upon myself. Therefore, I could only use the power of the divine arrow to intimidate him. If I had sufficient skill, even if I could only draw the bowstring a little further, I would not hesitate to shoot that arrow at him."

Suddenly, the wind rose and the clouds surged in the world, with thunder rumbling. On Hou Yi's bow, a mist of light swirled, and golden light flowed like water towards the dry wood on the bowstring. In just a moment, the dry wood transformed into a dazzling golden brilliance, emanating a powerful aura that was both awe-inspiring and terrifying

A massive wave surged from the center of the river, crashing against Chen Nan's back, causing him to stumble and nearly fall.

After putting on his shoes and socks, Chen Nan stood up and walked towards the nearby woods

The little princess stood motionless in the water, her skin a vivid red, seemingly dripping, with a subtle glow flowing across it. The white mist accentuated her ethereal beauty even further.

"You can't read? Haha..." The little princess laughed heartily, "At first glance, you don't look like a good person. You are so lazy that you can't even be bothered to learn to read. Truly a disgraceful character."

At this moment, the vast and unparalleled vitality of the universe surged towards Chen Nan and Hou Yi like waves, with Chen Nan radiating a dazzling golden light from head to toe, the brilliant glow rendering the sun in the sky pale in comparison

Just as Chen Nan was about to hoist her onto his shoulder, the little princess seized the opportunity and bit down hard on his shoulder.

Chen Nan was taken aback; he knew that at this moment, the little princess's blood was boiling, and her vital energy was circulating at a speed a hundred times faster than usual. He cursed under his breath, "How foolish of me to forget the Fire Immortal Lotus."

The little princess's eyes sparkled with joy as she said to Chen Nan: "There is a river ahead, hurry up and cross it, I am about to die of thirst"

After a while, Chen Nan emerged from the woods, holding two plump snow chickens in his hands. He called out to the little princess, "Demon wife, now you have something to savor. Look, this is the finest delicacy!"

After a long time, Chen Nan's mood gradually calmed down. He washed away the tears on his face with river water and gently said: "I thought I had already let go of everything from ten thousand years ago... Alas! Some things can never be forgotten; the deeply etched true feelings can never be erased. Yuxin, I failed to fulfill your wishes ten thousand years ago. Shortly after you left, I fell into despair and secretly went to a duel that was certain to end in death, without informing my father. I never expected that after ten thousand years, I would be reborn. Life is like a dream; in this life, I will definitely live well." Yuxin, I failed to fulfill your wishes ten thousand years ago. Shortly after you left, I fell into despair and secretly went to a duel that was certain to end in death, without informing my father. I never expected that after ten thousand years, I would be reborn. Life is like a dream; in this life, I will definitely live well.

The little princess exclaimed, "Thinking of escaping? It's not that easy!"

Chen Nan skewered the cleaned snow chicken on two sharpened wooden sticks and began to roast it. Before long, a delightful aroma wafted through the air, and the snow chicken gradually transformed from a bright red to a golden, glossy hue. Oil dripped onto the fire, producing a sizzling sound, and the riverside was filled with fragrance, making Chen Nan unable to resist swallowing his saliva.

Chen Nan's eyes gradually blurred, and distant memories were slowly unveiled. He felt as if he had returned to ten thousand years ago, where Yu Xin seemed to be gently walking towards him, her charming smile and beautiful eyes... It seemed as if he could once again hear the joyful laughter of the enchanting lady in his ears

The little princess kept cursing: "Hey, you scoundrel, filthy thief, come back here! How could you leave me all alone here? What if a wild beast comes? You damned bastard..."

At this moment, the little princess's eyes are filled with tears of pain

"Damn you, let go of me, quickly let go of me..." The little princess kept cursing.

Suddenly, a thick white mist began to rise from the small river, and the water around the little princess seemed to be boiling, with bubbles continuously surfacing and bursting, causing splashes to roll and waves of heat to rise, while the mist swirled above the river's surface. The fish in the water swam about in panic, fleeing in all directions.

The giant involuntarily took a step back, and the fear on his face deepened

Chen Nan suddenly stopped and threw the little princess to the ground

Little Princess: "You executioner!"

The little princess was profoundly shocked; she could not connect the man before her with that scoundrel Chen Nan, as there was an insurmountable chasm between the two. The man before her was as imposing as a mountain, his powerful aura reminiscent of a deity or demon descending upon the world, evoking an impulse to worship him. Under such an overwhelming presence, the ancient giants seemed no longer towering; the man before her appeared as a giant who could look down upon heaven and earth.

I have discovered that you, this scoundrel, are not only extremely shameless but also a super disgusting narcissist. Although the little princess ruthlessly criticized Chen Nan, she couldn't help but feel a moment of distraction when she recalled the earlier scene. The power of that arrow had left a profound impression on her, and she had to admit that at that moment, Chen Nan's heart was absolutely in harmony with the divine bow.

I know I will never forget you, but I still have to say: let the past fly

He gazed at the little princess in the water, lost in thought for a long time, and couldn't help but recall the scene from a few days ago when he first met her. At that time, the little princess was completely bare, pure like an angel, beautiful like a sprite, resembling a little fairy. Chen Nan inserted two wooden sticks for roasting snow chicken into the ground, slowly walked towards the river, and sat by the bank, staring blankly at the little princess.

Little devil, you... before, I treated you with utmost kindness and righteousness, you... oh dear...

He extended one hand, grasped the little princess's chin, and exerted considerable effort to pry her mouth open

The dream has ended, the heart is shattered, and he understands that Yu Xin will never appear again. Ten thousand years ago, after the unparalleled master of the evil path, Dongfang Xiaotian, suffered a crushing defeat in battle against his father, Chen Zhan, he launched a night raid on the Chen residence. In order to save him, Yu Xin endured the supreme evil technique, the Ten Strikes of the Sky Splitter, resulting in the severing of her hundred meridians. Ultimately, she sealed herself in the Hundred Flowers Valley, entering a state of closed-door meditation.

I want to, of course I want to

Is this really that scoundrel Chen Nan? Is this really that vile thief?

The little princess walked towards the stream, stepping on the cobblestones. The cool river water soaked her garments, and she cupped her hands to gather some water, moistening her lips. Then, she removed her hairpin, allowing her glossy black hair to cascade down like a waterfall. The river water dampened her long hair, and she swam joyfully in the water like a carefree fish.

At that moment, the little princess suddenly sank into the water, and it took about half a minute for her to resurface. Her damp long hair was covered with droplets, and her stunningly beautiful face was fresh and ethereal, radiant like a lotus blooming amidst the rippling waves

The scoundrel, the disgrace, actually dared to treat me that way. I hit, I kicked, I grabbed... At this moment, the little princess of mhetushu.com had long lost her princess image; she was merely an angry little girl.

I hope you can practice what you preach

Well, I assure you that I will not mention anything that happened before to anyone. Oh, there was nothing that ever happened between us, where should I even begin

As Chen Nan turned around, he happened to see the scene of the lotus emerging from the water, and he was momentarily lost in thought, murmuring: "Goddess of the Luo... with a graceful neck and delicate features, her fair complexion revealed... her fragrance unenhanced, her beauty unadorned... her cloud-like hair piled high, her brows elegantly arched... her red lips bright, her white teeth fresh, her bright eyes captivating, her dimples enhancing her charm... her exquisite form strikingly beautiful, her demeanor serene and composed... her gentle grace enchanting beyond words..."

Chen Nan : `` ... ... ''

At that moment, Nan completely returned to his original self and said with a smile: "I am your husband"

The little princess exclaimed: "How foolish! Hurry and run ahead to hide. Oh, you fool, why have you stopped? Run now."

Chen Nan, how could you treat me this way, you despicable fellow? After all, I am a princess of a nation. How can you carry me on your shoulder like a mere prey? Could you not just seal my entire power and let me walk on my own?

You deserve it, it hurts so much... ow...

Hmph, shameless!

The little princess suddenly smiled, and with that smile, she captivated the city and brought forth a hundred charms. However, in Chen Nan's eyes, it was undoubtedly the smile of a demon; to him, her smile was filled with malevolence.

"How comfortable!" Chen Nan exaggeratedly stretched out his arms and said, "Demon wife, don't be anxious. You wait here for a while. When I return from hunting, I will grant you a moment of freedom."

Ah... the little princess's ample hips made immediate contact with the ground, "You scoundrel... ow, that hurts so much... you big jerk, ow..."

Little Princess: "You devil!"

The giant sensed a powerful wave of energy in the air, and a hint of fear crossed his face as he came to a halt

Ah... Chen Nan cried out in pain: "Ah, you little devil, stop biting..."

The little princess said with a trembling voice: "Scoundrel... Chen Nan... how is it that your archery is so poor? You couldn't even hit such a large target."

Chen Nan : `` ... ... ''

Chen Nan sighed and said, "I do not know if I will have the opportunity in this lifetime to once again experience the feeling of the True Martial Realm"

Chen Nan is currently in a situation where he cannot express his suffering

Clearly, the little princess was very pleased with Chen Nan's statement and coldly remarked, "You are quite clever; I hope you remain clever for a long time."

At this moment, Chen Nan was truly overwhelmed with mixed emotions. He never expected that in just half a day's time, he would once again fall into the hands of the little demon. This time, escaping from the "demonic grasp" would be as difficult as ascending to the heavens.

Under the eaves, one must bow their head. Chen Nan was compelled to sign a contract of servitude, and then pressed his fingerprint on it. He sighed inwardly: from heaven to hell!

Chen Nan was truly frustrated to the point of despair. Just moments ago, the little princess was his captive, and in the blink of an eye, he had become her slave. If he had the ability, he would really want to strangle this little demon. He secretly regretted why he hadn't taken some despicable and vile actions against her earlier; he truly regretted it!

You scoundrel, hurry up and write

The little princess swiftly leaped over and quickly sealed his acupoint, then grabbed his collar and lifted him onto the shore. After reaching the shore, she first used her internal energy to dry her drenched clothes, and then coldly sneered at Chen Nan, saying, "You bastard, did you ever think this moment would come upon you so soon?" Remembering all that Chen Nan had done to her before, the little princess was on the verge of madness, unable to contain herself any longer, and began to scream while punching and kicking him.

Little Princess: "You heartless scoundrel!"

In an instant, Chen Nan understood the little princess's intentions. She must have been attracted to his ability to draw the Hou Yi bow, wanting to keep him for her own use. However, she was also worried that his previous disrespectful actions towards her would be spread, causing her to lose face. Having grasped the key to the matter, Chen Nan readily agreed.

That won't work; it's too slow

The small river is exceptionally clear, with colorful pebbles at the bottom. The fish are unafraid of people, swimming joyfully in the water. After Chen Nan washed his face, he took off his shoes and socks, soaking his feet in the cool river water, and the feeling of heat vanished completely

Can you truly comprehend life and death, and break through the barriers? Will you really be able to meet me again? I know this is impossible; that farewell is our eternal parting! Yuxin... Yuxin is the everlasting pain in Chen Nan's heart, the regret of his entire life

Alright, let us go there to take a rest and have something to eat

You really are ruthless, little devil

The little princess was so angry that her teeth itched, and she cursed a few times in frustration. Chen Nan ignored her and drew the long sword from his waist to begin cleaning the feathers of the snow chicken

Yes, today you will sell yourself into servitude to save your life. From now on, you will be my private property

Chen Nan rose from the water and hurriedly ran towards the shore

The little princess glanced at the two snow-white, brilliantly feathered snow chickens and scolded Chen Nan, "How could you be so cruel? Such two lovely big birds have been harmed by you, you butcher!"

... ...

Chen Nan: "Enough, please, these are just two starving snow chickens. Can you not elevate their lives to the level of humanity? If you truly had compassion, you wouldn't have treated me that way earlier. I see that you are the one who is closely associated with the devil."

The little princess saw the look of fear on Chen Nan's face and laughed happily. She used her long sword to cut the middle finger of his right hand, and then patted him several times on the body, saying: "You scoundrel, hurry up and write a contract of servitude."

Chen Nan once again threw the little princess onto the ground, causing her bottom to make a second intimate contact with the floor, leaving her face pale with pain

Do you still dare to bring up the past?! You... you despicable bastard actually treated me so rudely, I want to kill you!" Remembering that this detestable man had once desecrated her, a princess of a nation, she was filled with shame and anger. She picked up the longsword not far away and strode towards Chen Nan, radiating murderous intent

It was better not to listen to Chen Nan, but once he mentioned the previous matters, the little princess's two elegantly arched brows instantly rose, and her exquisite face was covered with frost.

No, I cannot read." At the same time as Chen Nan felt regret and annoyance, there was also a hint of embarrassment. In this year since his rebirth, he had only learned the common language of the Tianyuan Continent, and he had not yet had the opportunity to study the writing of the continent.

Chen Nan cried out in agony, and before long, his head had swollen to the size of a pig's head

The golden light surged forth, causing the giant to tremble uncontrollably. Chen Nan gently released the bowstring, but at the last moment, he swiftly redirected the Hou Yi bow. A fierce wind arose, and thunder rumbled as a beam of golden light streaked past the giant like lightning, vanishing in the roots of the tallest tree king in the forest in the blink of an eye

Weighing the pros and cons, reason triumphed over impulse. The little princess decided to spare Chen Nan's life, allowing him to serve the State of Chu. However, she felt deeply resentful, secretly harboring anger towards the various disrespectful actions he had shown her before. She glared fiercely at Chen Nan and gritted her teeth, saying: "Scoundrel, do you want to live?"

The little princess's previously sealed acupoints have not only been completely unblocked, but also her internal vital energy is continuously circulating through her hundred meridians, forming a layer of protective vital energy on her body surface, which renders all of Chen Nan's palm techniques ineffective.

"Wife, I actually know that this is not your fault. I understand that you are hungry, but remember next time, a husband's shoulder is not for eating. Alright, let's find a comfortable place and have something to eat." Chen Nan said with a smile. This time, he "carefully" picked up the little princess and, amidst her curses, placed her on his shoulder.

The little princess felt indignant and thought to herself: How could such an ordinary person have gained the recognition of the divine bow? How infuriating!

Chen Nan ignored her, reaching up to take the Hou Yi bow from his shoulder. He stepped forward with his left foot, placing a dry branch on the bowstring with his right hand. In that moment, Chen Nan's expression was intensely focused, with only the giant ahead remaining in his sight

"Let's go, my wife, we are going home to hold the wedding!" Chen Nan picked up the little princess.

Slowly, this girl, resembling a fairy, evoked the warmest memories deep within him. A beautiful silhouette gradually surfaced in his heart, and this scene reminded him of the one in his heart—Yuxin

"What, you dare not write?" The little princess was extremely angry

thud

He pulled the bowstring tightly with his right hand, and the dark Hou Yi bow emitted a faint golden glow, as the essence of heaven and earth surged wildly towards the Hou Yi bow. Chen Nan and the Hou Yi bow seemed to be inseparably connected, radiating a beam of golden light from him and the bow, while a powerful wave of energy expanded outward from him in all directions.

Ah, what are you going to do? Are you... are you having second thoughts?

Alright, I will give you a chance. Do you swear not to mention anything between you and me to anyone, keeping it forever in your heart? Can you do that?

Pah, truly shameless, unable to even hit a target as large as a giant, yet still wishing to shoot down the gods in the sky. Who do you think you are!

Ah, a contract of servitude

The little princess's words brought Chen Nan back to reality, and he frowned as he said: "I ... ... cannot ... ... write"

The towering tree king, reaching over thirty meters, was instantly reduced to splinters, with wood chips flying everywhere. The ancient giant let out a roar and turned to flee, trampling down swathes of trees as it did so, causing the mountains and forests to tremble.

"Until the very last moment, you were still comforting me, urging me to live well..." Chen Nan closed his eyes, warm tears could no longer be restrained, flowing down the side of his face.

Chen Nan's expression changed dramatically; just moments ago, he had vowed to himself to live well for Yu Xin, but in an instant, he was faced with death. The rapid reversal of the situation was astonishing.

Write according to the words on the ground

The little princess glared at Chen Nan with resentment and said fiercely: "You despicable scoundrel, how dare you treat me this way? I will kill you sooner or later, ah... it hurts so much..."

Chen Nan hurriedly turned around to greet her, engaging in a fierce battle with the little princess. The two of them twisted and turned in the water, their fists and feet leaving traces as the strong winds surged. The river's waters rolled and churned, the turbulent true energy causing splashes to fly everywhere, occasionally sweeping fish and shrimp to the shore, where they flopped about energetically. Although Chen Nan exerted all his strength, his cultivation level was simply not on par with that of the little princess. After exchanging a dozen moves, he was kicked in the left rib by her, falling into the water with a splash.

The little princess originally intended to end him with a single strike of her sword, but suddenly noticed the Hou Yi bow on Chen Nan's body. She recalled that during the fierce battle in the woods, this seemingly useless fellow had turned the tide with three arrows, becoming the ultimate victor. It was evident that this seemingly ordinary and unremarkable individual was not as simple as he appeared; otherwise, he would not have been able to draw the sealed divine bow. Furthermore, thinking back to the arrow he shot that left the heavens and earth in awe when facing the ancient giant, as well as the brilliant light that radiated when he merged with the divine bow, the little princess could not help but feel a surge of admiration even now.

"You should stop being so vain. Even my master can only linger on the edge of the legendary True Martial Realm, and you think you can? Hmph, what a delusion!" The little princess did not miss any opportunity to undermine Chen Nan.

Chen Nan narrowly dodged the fallen tree, then quickly turned his body and dashed to the side. The giant could not halt his steps and moved forward; by the time he turned back, Chen Nan had already carried the little princess and run over twenty meters away.

The little princess lifted Chen Nan's collar with her long sword, deftly slicing off a piece over one foot long from the collar, and then the sword descended towards his fingers

She kept calculating in her mind that if she killed this guy to vent her anger, no one would ever know that the little princess of the State of Chu had been violated by a scoundrel. However, if she brought him back to the palace and made him in charge of the Hou Yi bow, then the State of Chu would undoubtedly gain an unparalleled master.

Suddenly, a surge of immense power erupted from the little princess, causing Chen Nan to be thrown out and lie on his back in the water. A massive wave surged around the little princess, as the medicinal effects of the Fire Lotus finally reached their full potential

The little demon princess sneered, "Being merciful to the enemy is being cruel to oneself, you shameless fool—serves you right!"

Ah... you bastard, ow... it hurts so much... damn scum... ow...

The towering figure of the ancient giant finally vanished, and the wildly surging primordial energy of heaven and earth gradually returned to calm. The mountains and forests suddenly fell silent. The dazzling golden light on Chen Nan's body gradually dimmed and ultimately disappeared, yet the powerful aura surrounding him remained, and his presence still conveyed a sense akin to that of a mountain.

He quickly ran towards the river, and upon reaching the little princess, he extended his palms and continuously struck her vital points all over her body. Gradually, sweat appeared on Chen Nan's face, not due to the boiling river water, but from urgency. He had already delivered dozens of strikes, but the force of his palms was blocked half an inch away from the little princess's body by a surge of energy, preventing him from sealing even half of her acupoints.

What? This... I have already sworn that I would never speak carelessly. What else are you worried about? There is no need to be so extreme, is there?

I am certain that I will not disappoint Her Highness the Princess

Chen Nan gazed at the powdery flakes drifting through the air from the Tree King, as if speaking to himself, yet also as if addressing the little princess: "An arrow shot with all my heart! At that moment, my spirit had already ascended to the realm of Zhenwu. If I had sufficient power then, I could shoot down the gods from the heavens"

The little princess glanced at the distant mountains and forests, then looked at Chen Nan, her face revealing a look of helplessness. She turned and walked towards the riverbank. However, at the moment she turned around, a hint of a triumphant smile appeared at the corner of her mouth. If Chen Nan were to see this, he would surely be filled with dread; this was the little princess's signature— the smile of a devil.

After crossing two mountain peaks, a light blue jade belt appeared at the foot of the mountains. A small river, formed by the convergence of clear springs from the mountains, meandered through the range, and the sound of rushing water could be heard from a great distance. Under the scorching sun, this sound was undoubtedly the most exquisite melody

Chen Nan was almost exasperated, truly wishing to slap himself twice.

The little princess raised her longsword and began to carve on the ground. Before long, a line of elegant characters appeared on the surface.

The little princess leaped out of the water like a fairy, instantly arriving behind Chen Nan, and with gritted teeth, she coldly laughed, "Hehe, scoundrel, vile thief, I have endured you for so long, and I can finally take my revenge." After saying this, she struck at him with a palm.

The powerful aura emanating from Chen Nan gradually subsided, and he appeared ordinary once again. The little princess let out a sigh of relief, as she had been somewhat frightened by the towering figure of Chen Nan, who had seemed almost like a deity or a demon.

The little princess scoffed, "Hmph, timid as a mouse"