Chapter 10, only wishing to advance and retreat together, never to part or abandon each other

I am well aware that his almost identical underwear has likely been soaked through with sweat

Just as I was about to enter with Liu Qin, she held me back, gazing intently at me, and said: "It is enough for me to go in alone; you stay outside and keep watch for me. If anyone from the Bai Sect comes to provide support, help me deal with them."

I do not know the depth of the connection between this purple poppy and Liu Qin, and I could not help but ask: "What is the true relationship of this Holy Maiden of the White Sect with us, are we enemies or friends?"

At present, since Liu Qin does not want me to change clothes, I will follow his temperament and accompany him to that so-called "Never Aging Cave" dressed in such loose garments

Having left the Xuan Shui Palace, they walked a considerable distance before finally letting out a sigh of relief

That place had long been designated as a forbidden area for the White Sect, with several passages tightly sealed. However, the guards were not very strict; we merely quickened our pace slightly and, under the broad daylight, drove straight into the depths of the mountain hollow without anyone noticing.

The Eternal Cave is unexpectedly located in the valley directly behind the Xuanling Palace and the Xuantian Palace

When I asked him more about his relationship with Bai Jiao, he merely smiled and did not respond. However, in his expression, there was a hint of melancholy, and I wisely chose to remain silent.

miasma

I was taken aback

With a little attention, one can see poisonous snakes and centipedes everywhere, and a type of bee that occasionally flies overhead is surprisingly the size of a fist

Isn't miasma commonly found in marshy areas? Here, the predominant landscape is mountainous and forested, not far from the dwellings of the townsfolk; where could a marsh come from?

In the valley, there is a dense forest that obscures the sky and blocks the sunlight, rendering the surroundings dark and gloomy, creating a rather eerie atmosphere

For almost half a day, I had to concentrate all my mental energy on preventing the poisonous use of the purple poppy. The consumption of my energy was a minor issue; the intense focus required, coupled with the need to divert my attention to care for me, must have made me tense to the point of soaking my clothes with sweat

It is difficult to distinguish between friends and foes

Thus, on that day, I went to the mountain temple where I was staying, had a reassuring vegetarian meal again, and then returned to my guest room to adjust my breathing and internal energy, conserving my strength and sharpening my skills in preparation for the possible fierce battle the next day

Liu Qin noticed me lost in thought, her gaze deepening once again

Then, this miasma must have been deliberately arranged by humans

Danger? Liu Qin snorted and said: "Don't worry, nothing will happen. Let's find a place to get something to eat, rest for the night, and go there tomorrow!"

After all, what I desire is merely his present and his future, to be together with me, to rely on each other, and to never part ways

No wonder, in such a haunted place, it is likely that no one dares to casually intrude here, especially since it is unguarded

Although Liu Qin spoke lightly, I could already see from the seriousness and solemnity between his brows that that unaging cave was likely even more terrifying than a dragon's den or a tiger's lair

Since consuming that black mandrake flower, I have been in a stupor for more than half a month. I do not know how much medicine Chu Chen has given me, but by a stroke of luck, it has unexpectedly restored my hair from ice blue back to pitch black.

The purple poppy was not swayed by his words, sipping her drink while already gesturing for him to leave, casually saying, "I hope that the next time I see you, your little fool will still be standing by your side"

Fortunately, neither Liu Qin nor I are ordinary masters. With the rise and fall of our swords, we swiftly dispatched the two monkeys within three to five moves. However, this left us no choice but to be astonished: if even monkeys can be trained to such a degree, one can only wonder what kind of monsters and mechanisms might exist within that ageless cave.

Hold your breath and remain vigilant. After passing through the vast expanse of beautiful peach blossoms, before one can catch a breath, two monkeys suddenly screech and rush towards us. These monkeys move with agility that surpasses that of ordinary martial arts masters; their claws are a striking shade of blue, clearly indicating they are highly venomous

Liu Qin lost the dignified demeanor she had at the Xuan Shui Palace and let out a curse

I do not believe that Chu Chen harbors any malice towards us, especially towards me. In fact, on many occasions, he has indeed done his utmost to protect and assist me. However, when it comes to matters of state affairs, he might even sacrifice me, let alone Liu Qin.

Liu Qin glanced back at me and asked, "Is Chu Chen our enemy or friend?"

Liu Qin smiled: "He is a little fool, naturally not as good as you"

I almost exclaimed: "Qin, what did you say? You want me to stand guard outside?"

At that time, I was wearing a loose, lightweight, pale yellow chiffon garment, with my unruly black hair flowing freely in the wind, presenting a rather leisurely appearance

Seeing this, I quickly changed the subject: "What is that place called the Eternal Cave? Is it very dangerous?"

On the second day, Liu Qin changed out of his wide-sleeved robe and donned a set of moon-white attire. Although it was not as flowing as his previous garments, it accentuated his tall figure and handsome appearance, which delighted me. Just as I was about to find a similar outfit to change into, Liu Qin said, "You don't need to change; what you're wearing looks great!"

Liu Qin held my hand and said, "Hold your breath, it is miasma"

That cursed place is truly not fit for human habitation

At the moment of speculation, a vast expanse of peach-pink mist rolled in, splendid as a dream, yet it was not difficult to sense the murderous intent hidden within the splendor

I still feel uneasy, furrowing my brows and saying: "It's a pity I didn't bring Qiu Xiao along; otherwise, we could have had an extra helper"

After walking a few more steps, I came upon a vast cave, standing dark and imposing, with wisps of bluish-white mist gently drifting out from its entrance

Liu Qinrou looked at me, continuing to maintain her elegant and appropriate smile: "Azi, rest assured, if I can stand, he will certainly be able to stand as well"

Before I could finish my words, I suddenly felt a chilling aura of murderous intent approaching me. I was abruptly reminded of Lin Qiuxiao's inappropriate thoughts about me, and I immediately fell silent, no longer daring to mention him.

Knowing that there may be a fierce battle ahead, I do not wish to further inquire into the unpleasant past that might affect his spirit

Well, I know that Liu Qin prefers me to have black hair. Although the ice blue hair looks good, it is too eye-catching, which is inconvenient for me. Moreover, it makes Liu Qin more worried, as she spends all day concerned that I might "entice" various men, and, hmm, also women.

The purple poppy did not respond any further, while Liu Qin had already led me out of the Water Pavilion gracefully, and then without a moment's delay, directly exited the palace