29- Long Xiu and Xu Fang’s Confession

Inside the Ledal Empire, in Xu Fang's room, he stood near his bed as Long Xiu lay on it, breathing heavily. She sought to uncover the secret of how he concealed his original cultivation, driving her to this conversation with Xu Fang. However, he chose to divert her attention by offering a massage to alleviate her shoulder pain, which ended with Long Xiu experiencing a climax on his bed.

"But how?" she inquired, seeking guidance on how to begin living a happier life.

'Now it's time to strike while the iron is hot,' Xu Fang thought to himself.

"Let's start with a simple question. What did you experience today that made you happy?" Xu Fang asked, prompting Long Xiu to reflect on the positive moments in her day.

"Yes, I feel like I live again." Long Xiu blushed as she replied.

"Not today, but if I tell you the truth, whenever I'm with you, I feel like I'm alive. You make me feel like I'm not alone," she continued, expressing the profound impact of their connection on her.

"Why are you holding yourself back, then?" Xu Fang asked, curious about her hesitations.

"If I tell you the truth, when my marriage was fixed with your father against my will, I'm also not powerful enough to go against my family. So, I blame my fate and accept this life. After the marriage to your father, I didn't get any feelings from him as a wife as well, because our marriage only had political bases.

When a few months later your father got injured badly and died after two years, I again accepted my fate of living alone my whole life. But then, when you woke up from your illness, you changed, and you became a different person from before. You don't interact with us like before, and you don't enjoy life as a single son of the Emperor. Instead, you focus on studying and practicing," Long Xiu explained, detailing the shifts she observed in his behavior.

"When you started helping me with cultivation and we began discussing various things, and whenever I saw your commitment and thinking to your family, I felt like I was behind a huge shield that protected me from others. Also, I started to feel like my fate brought me here not for your father but for you, and I can live with you my whole life happily. But when I think about our relationship as your stepmother and the age difference between us, I step back.

Today, I did the same; I tried to control my emotions, but it was out of my control, and your touch drove me crazy. I don't know what happened to me; I felt something new when you started touching me.

When you stopped massaging, I tried to satisfy myself, but my body only craved your touch. I realized that I need you to take care of me. I also know that I won't forget these moments, and because of what happened today, I feel like I haven't truly lived without you," Long Xiu confessed, bearing her emotions and desires.

"Wow…" Xu Fang could only utter that single word after hearing her heartfelt confession.

"What?" Long Xiu asked in confusion, seeking clarification.

"I mean, I don't think that you have the same feelings about me as I do. Here I was thinking that I'm the one who feels that way about you," Xu Fang responded with a smile and a happy expression.

"Really?" Long Xiu was genuinely surprised by Xu Fang's unexpected revelation.

"Xiu Er, you're very beautiful. I didn't have any idea when and how I fell in love with you. I think it began when we started spending time together and talking after your cultivation. I realized it a lot of times, trying to tell you, but I stayed silent because I wondered how you would react if you knew the feelings I have for you. I was scared you wouldn't come here and would stop talking to me. I had a fear of losing you, so I stayed quiet.

But today, I got a chance to make you mine, and I didn't want to waste this opportunity. So, if you think about the age gap between us, stop thinking about it now because it's just a number. Your appearance is that of a young lady at 18 years old, and we are cultivators; our age and appearance don't match. Anyone with knowledge and experience becomes famous, and age doesn't affect them, whether they are 80 years old or 14 years old.

Xiu Er, stop thinking about others, and let's start our new life. I want you to be my woman," Xu Fang confessed, pouring his feelings out. When he called her by her birth name, she smiled and blushed beautifully.

"What do you call me?" she asked him with a smile.

"You didn't like it?" Xu Fang questioned, wondering if she disliked the way he addressed her.

"Can you call me again?" Long Xiu requested that he call her again.

"Xiu Er," he called her once more by her birth name, and she hugged him tightly.

"Thank you for accepting me," Xu Fang said, expressing his gratitude for her acceptance.

"It's my line. Thanks to you for giving me a chance to live my life," Long Xiu said to him with a smile and a happy expression.

"I'm very happy today," Xu Fang shared his joy with her.

Xu Fang's feelings and decisions are driven by a mix of genuine emotions, practical considerations, and a sense of responsibility. His love for Long Xiu is sincere, and the connection he feels with her, reminiscent of his beloved wife Shi Rong from his previous life, adds a layer of depth to their relationship.

Additionally, his choice to strengthen his bonds with his family serves multiple purposes. Seeking strong partners aligns with his goal of becoming stronger in the Yin and Yang Path. Fulfilling his predecessor's last wish to protect the family, especially after his father's death, reflects a sense of duty and honor.

Moreover, the revelation from the Goddess of Light and Wisdom about the interconnected fate of the boundless world and his transmigration suggests a broader perspective. In preparing for the challenges ahead, Xu Fang recognizes the importance of having a supportive and powerful network of people, starting with his family.

By prioritizing his family, Xu Fang not only honors his predecessor's last wish but also positions himself strategically for the uncertainties of the future, demonstrating a thoughtful and multifaceted approach to his relationships and responsibilities.

"If you like someone else in the future, you won't forget me, will you?" she asked him with a sad expression.

"That would not happen. I won't forget you because you are my first love. If you're talking about other ladies who come into my life, yes, they come, and if they want to live with me, they call you senior or big sister," Xu Fang replied to her with a smile and a happy face.

"But what about your mother? If she knows, and she doesn't accept it, what about other family members? How long can we hide from them?" Long Xiu inquired about the challenges of revealing their relationship and how long they could keep it a secret.

"You don't have to worry about it. They will all accept it in the future. Now, answer my question truthfully. How much do you love me?" Xu Fang asked her with a serious expression.

"I love you more than anything and can do anything for you after feeling today you give me. I'm thinking about the future, living with you. Only your hands drive me crazy, what happens if we…" Long Xiu expressed her deep feelings for him but didn't complete her sentence, falling into silence.

"Hahaha, you want to do that with me," Xu Fang chuckled, playfully asking her about her desires.

She didn't say anything, but her face turned as red as a tomato.

"So cute," Xu Fang commented on her expression.

"Now, become serious and answer my question. What if I want to imprint your soul with my Qi, can you allow me?" Xu Fang asked her a serious question with a serious expression.

"Yes, I do. I'm already yours, so it's nothing big," Long Xiu replied without a second thought.

"You're serious?" Xu Fang asked again with a serious tone.

"Yes," she replied the same as before, maintaining a serious expression.

"Then get ready for it. I'm going to imprint your soul with my Qi. After that, I'll tell you the secret of what you asked me earlier, and a few others as well," Xu Fang said to her with a smile and a happy face.

"Okay, let's do it," Long Xiu replied to him without hesitation.

Then, Xu Fang placed his right hand on her forehead. With this, he channeled his Qi towards her, and both of them closed their eyes. She allowed his Qi into her body, and after gaining access, he imprinted her soul with his Qi.

'Ding'

Both of them opened their eyes, smiles gracing their faces as they embraced the unity they had just forged. Despite a notification appearing, Xu Fang didn't give it much attention, captivated by the beauty before him.

"Do you want to know more about me?" Xu Fang inquired if she desired to learn more about him.

"It doesn't matter to me now. Even if you didn't tell me anything, I wouldn't ask again. And if you want to tell me, I'll do my best to keep it a secret," Long Xiu assured him that the choice was entirely his.

"As expected, you're the best, my Xiu Er. Now, close your eyes," Xu Fang said, taking her hand as they both stood up from the bed. He instructed her to close her eyes, and she followed his guidance.

As they closed their eyes, Xu Fang thought about entering the LOG treasure. Simultaneously, they disappeared from his room, reappearing in the garden within the treasure.

'Ding'

"Open your eyes," Xu Fang instructed, prompting Long Xiu to open her eyes.

"Wow… where are we?" Long Xiu exclaimed with a shocked yet happy expression.

"We are inside the treasure," Xu Fang informed her of their current location.

"Inside the treasure? A space-type artifact? Where did you get it?" Long Xiu was even more astonished upon learning this.

"Shocked? Let's go sit, and I'll tell you more about it," Xu Fang suggested, leading her toward the house.

During their journey to the house inside the Treasure, Xu Fang provided her with a few answers, and upon arrival, Long Xiu was once again amazed by the view of the house. They went inside, and she sat on the couch in the drawing room.

"How do you like your new house?" Xu Fang asked, inquiring about her opinion of the residence.

"Xu Fang, I love it. It's located in a very beautiful and peaceful place. Can I live here when I'm bored outside?" Long Xiu inquired if she could make this house her sanctuary.

"It's your house now, so you can come here anytime you want. Even if you have just one hour of free time in the real world, you can come here and live for ten hours. Time passes slower here than in the real world, and the day or night concept doesn't apply," Xu Fang granted her permission to make this place her retreat.

"Really?" Long Xiu was once again taken aback by his words.

"Let me tell you from the start all the features and benefits. This treasure is called 'Love of Goddesses,' a name I gave it when someone gifts it… … …"