You are really alive

"Snap...!" Su Zimo's slap landed on Mu Yunxuan's cheek with great force, leaving five distinct fingerprints in an instant.

Su Zimo stared at Mu Yunxuan in astonishment for a moment, wondering why he didn't evade the attack.

"Relief? Woman, you're the only one in the world who has dared to strike a Buddha-like figure, and you're also the first woman in the world to be saved by a Buddha-like figure. You should feel honored," Mu Yunxuan said with a smile, looking at Su Zimo's frustrated expression as if she were a child denied candy.

Su Zimo blinked her clear eyes, feeling somewhat honored to have been devoured and cleansed by him, a beast, and to have vented her anger with a slap.

"Leave your honor to your mother! Who asked you to save us? We could have defeated these monsters today without your uninvited interference. I won't be grateful, old lady," Su Zimo retorted stubbornly, even though her heart was filled with gratitude. If Mu Yunxuan had been one step late, she would have ended up in the jaws of a demonic beast. She was grateful, but she refused to admit it.

While they were arguing, Liu Yue retrieved the three silver grass plants and two spirit grasses from the cliff.

"Owner, I've retrieved the silver grass."

Liu Yue raised her head and glanced at the ambiguous scene between the two, feeling hesitant to interrupt them because they seemed to be in a perfect moment.

"Mu Yunxuan, let me go," Su Zimo demanded, but Mu Yunxuan's grip tightened, refusing to release her.

"Let them go first," Mu Yunxuan insisted, his voice seductive as he whispered in Su Zimo's ear, relishing the fragrance of her hair. His heart fluttered, light as a spring breeze and gentle as flowing water.

Su Zimo shivered as his hot breath tickled her ear, sending a tingling sensation throughout her body. For a moment, her heart was stirred.

"You... You can't keep holding onto me. We're not allies," Su Zimo said, lacking confidence in her own words.

"Woman, you're wrong once again. How do you think I should punish you for that? Hmm?" Mu Yunxuan moved closer, his face inching towards hers, relishing the familiar scent and becoming even more infatuated.

As the suggestive words reached her ears, Su Zimo's heart felt a trace of unease, especially considering their ambiguous positions. Even Liu Yue and the others below blushed and felt their hearts race, unable to comprehend the nature of their relationship.

"You damn beast! Are you sick? Get your head off the old lady's shoulder!" Su Zimo's voice trembled, sounding unnatural, while Mu Yunxuan's grip grew tighter.

"If you don't tell them to leave, the next target will be those pretty red lips of yours. Imagine how delicate they must be and how good they would taste!" Mu Yunxuan threatened, his words filled with naked menace. If she retreated, he would advance further. He was relentless.

Alright! To survive, one must learn to compromise. Su Zimo could be flexible and adaptable. She had already been devoured and cleansed by this beast, shedding not a single tear. Under the circumstances, when it was necessary to bow her head, she would still bow her head.

"Liu Yue, go back first. Give the silver grass to Qi'er and tell him that I'll be back later," Su Zimo said, trying her best to maintain a normal voice while those damn hands grew increasingly restless.

"Owner, are you sure?" Liu Yue felt uneasy.

With a tight grip around her waist, Su Zimo glared fiercely at Mu Yunxuan.

"Liu Yue, don't worry about me. I'll definitely return before the appointed time."

"Yes, Owner." Liu Yue had doubts in her heart, but she wouldn't disobey Su Zimo's orders. She waved her hand and left with the others.

"Phew..." Su Zimo let out a breath, her tense nerves finally relaxing as she watched Liu Yue and the others grow farther away. The fire of anger within her was finally released.

Combining her strength and cultivation, she began to gather Xuan power to deal with Mu Yunxuan, but he gently pushed her away, undoing her progress.

Su Zimo looked at him in disbelief. How could this damned man possess such control over his cultivation? She felt like an ant in front of an elephant, utterly powerless.

"Don't struggle in vain. You can't defeat me, nor can you escape my grasp. Save your strength and rest," Mu Yunxuan said with an evil smile, looking at her disheveled appearance. He knew it hadn't been easy for her to break through all the way to Guiyi River. This infuriating woman would rather risk her life to gather silver grass for Xin'er than speak the truth. In her heart, what was he to her?

Perhaps out of frustration, Mu Yunxuan sought an outlet and forcefully kissed her delicate red lips.

At that moment, Su Zimo was completely dumbfounded. What was happening? Did she have to be devoured and cleansed by this beast once again?

"Hmm..." Su Zimo struggled vigorously, but the more she struggled, the deeper Mu Yunxuan's kiss became.

Until they were both almost out of breath, Mu Yunxuan's lips finally parted slightly, but their proximity remained intimate.

"Snap..." Su Zimo promptly slapped Mu Yunxuan's cheek without hesitation.

"There, we're even," Su Zimo said triumphantly, but she was still puzzled by the sudden neurotic behavior of these two. How could they dare to kiss her so dominantly?

"Hitting Honza comes with a price," Mu Yunxuan grinned evilly, gazing at the triumphant Su Zimo. He suddenly reached out and swiftly removed the mask from her face, catching Su Zimo off guard and defenseless.

"Huh?" Su Zimo stared at Mu Yunxuan in disbelief, completely forgetting about the mask on her face.

Mu Yunxuan stared at her with infatuation. What a breathtaking face! After six years, she had become even more beautiful. Her delicate skin, captivating eyes, and every movement exuded an air of elegance and spirit. Her innate grace and charm were irresistible, and her beauty was beyond comprehension.

"Su Zimo, you're really alive. You're really alive," Mu Yunxuan muttered excitedly, embracing Su Zimo tightly. "Thank you, thank you, Su Zimo. Thank you for being alive."

"You bastard, you've tormented yourself for these past few years! Yes! I, Su Zimo, will never forgive you in this lifetime," Su Zimo pushed Jun Lintian away, but she couldn't help feeling that these two had a hint of conscience. At least, he didn't say anything about why she hadn't died.

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