Asked About The World Of Mortals

Chapter 36: First Love...

Sometimes, Qin Yi couldn't quite understand why he would speak so decisively to the king, saying things that he would never have said before. Was it truly his own heartfelt desire, or was it mixed with a necessary mindset?

Was it because he couldn't let Li Qingjun marry Mang Zhan and had to strive for this opportunity, or had he truly fallen in love to such an extent?

He didn't know.

He even felt that if he were to marry Li Qingjun now, it would seem like his heart wasn't ready...

But he could at least confirm that he really liked Li Qingjun.

Not only because of her stunning beauty, but also because he liked her courage and chivalry, her independent and strong-willed spirit. Although he would tease her as a brainless girl, he would quickly forget and instead find it... cute.

It was strange, really. It was completely opposite to his own personality, even to the point of being extreme, yet it had a great attraction to him.

He vaguely remembered what he had said to her in Zhangjiazhuang: "I have a dream of seeking justice and enjoying the world. Qin Yi also has it."

Perhaps, in her, he saw the dream he once had as a salted fish.

Just like how she saw her dream of seeking immortality in him.

That's why they were attracted to each other.

"Why... why aren't you saying anything!" Li Qingjun, who had been waiting at the door, had lost all her shyness and jumped up, saying, "Are you saying those things just to deal with Mang Zhan?"

"No." Qin Yi finally spoke, "That's the truth."

"Ah... ah?" Li Qingjun, who had just jumped up, suddenly felt at a loss, not knowing what to do with her hands.

Qin Yi slowly walked over and stood in front of her. Li Qingjun, who was usually strong, subconsciously took a step back and stammered, "But... but I..."

"You're not ready, right?" Qin Yi smiled, "I know."

Li Qingjun was stunned for a moment, finally looked up and met his eyes. Qin Yi's gaze was gentle.

In fact, both sides felt the same...

Her mood gradually calmed down, and she stammered, "I... I seem to like you, but... is it too fast... we've only known each other for a little over ten days... I haven't even asked how old you are..."

"Mm." Qin Yi reached out his hand, "Shall we go for a walk?"

Li Qingjun hesitated for a moment, then slowly reached out her hand and held his.

There was no electric current like when they held hands yesterday, nor the nervousness and confusion just now. Instead, it became even more peaceful.

"I'm sixteen this year, turning seventeen in a couple of months." Qin Yi slowly spoke. That was the age of this body, everyone in the village knew, so he could only answer like this. In reality, in his previous life, he was a twenty-something college student who spent his days playing games, reading novels, and watching videos in his dormitory, being a lazy salted fish in various groups.

Actually, Qin Yi felt that many transmigrators were just like him. He didn't know why they could become decisive and completely abandon their language habits as soon as they transmigrated...

But that wasn't important.

What was important was that, combined with both lifetimes, this was their first love.

Qin Yi suddenly felt a little proud. You guys are spreading the stench of love all over the school, feeding the single dogs. What's so great about that? Our first love is a princess.

"Oh... sixteen, one year older than me." Li Qingjun responded somewhat confusedly. Actually, she didn't know why she asked about his age. Was there a difference between sixteen and seventeen? Did she really think he was some kind of rejuvenated monster?

She just felt comfortable walking hand in hand with Qin Yi in this small flower garden. As long as they held hands like this, she was happy, whether they spoke or not...

When did it start, when did her feelings towards him change from resentment to closeness?

Was it because of his help on the way back to the capital? Or was it because of the intimacy in the underground chamber and their unspoken understanding afterwards? Li Qingjun thought in a daze, realizing that she couldn't find the true turning point in her attitude towards him.

It's as if it happened unconsciously, a natural attraction.

She couldn't help but ask, "Qin Yi..."

"Hmm?"

"Did you used to dislike me?"

"Not at all." Qin Yi smiled. "From the beginning, I thought you were pretty good."

"Even when I recklessly trespassed into your courtyard, you still thought I was good?"

"Because you seemed reckless, but you were reasonable, and you didn't cause trouble afterwards."

"Is that so..." Li Qingjun seemed a little disappointed.

Qin Yi looked at the sky and reminisced, "I will never forget the silver light that pierced the spider demon in the midst of the wind and rain, and the words, 'They are my people.' I don't think I will ever meet a princess like you again, no matter how many lifetimes I go through."

A smile appeared on Li Qingjun's face.

"Qingjun..."

"What's wrong?"

"You said you don't want to be a noblewoman in the capital, trapped for life. I also don't want to live cautiously in this deceitful city. After all this is over... um, if it's all settled, let's seek immortality and explore the world together, enjoying the freedom of the rivers and lakes, slaying demons and monsters. What do you say?" Before he finished speaking, Qin Yi knocked his head, feeling somewhat regretful.

How foolish, this is just a flag... Can you just casually raise it?

Li Qingjun didn't know what he was regretting and asked curiously, "Are you really willing to wander the rivers and lakes? Don't you want to live peacefully in the mountains like An'an?"

Qin Yi snapped out of his thoughts, stopped walking, and said seriously, "I'm willing if it's with you."

Li Qingjun also stopped walking and looked up into his eyes.

Qin Yi also lowered his head to look at her.

Both of their gazes gradually became hazy.

Li Qingjun was truly beautiful, and Qin Yi had realized this countless times. At this moment, her jade-like cheeks were flushed with a touch of red, her red lips were alluring and dripping with temptation. Her mesmerizing eyes were like a whirlpool, deeply drawing him in, unable to resist slowly getting closer.

Li Qingjun lightly pressed against his chest, seemingly nervous and wanting to push him away, but she found that she had no strength. She wanted to step back, but her feet were rooted in place.

Her long eyelashes fluttered slightly, and she finally closed her eyes slowly.

At this moment, a black aura surged into the sky from the mansion, and Qin Yi suddenly turned his head. It was Ye Ling's courtyard.

"What's going on?" Li Qingjun quickly pushed him away, looking puzzled. "Why would there be such an ominous thing in my brother's mansion?"

The mansion was in chaos, footsteps could be heard everywhere, and Qin Yi could even hear shouts coming from outside the mansion, with people quickly approaching.

Qin Yi urgently asked, "After the funeral, didn't your brother come back with you?"

"No, he took some people and left secretly. I don't know where he went," Li Qingjun said.

"In that case..." Qin Yi took a deep breath and said solemnly, "You go to the mansion gate and stop anyone from entering, especially when your brother is not here. Make sure to delay them until your brother returns."

Li Qingjun knew that it was not the time to investigate what was happening inside the mansion. Dealing with outsiders was the top priority. She was decisive in her actions and didn't ask any more questions. After saying "Take care," she immediately turned and left the courtyard.

Qin Yi sighed. This was the advantage of having a brave girl. If they were to play the "You're hiding something from me" or "You don't love me" game at this moment, it would be truly exasperating. He didn't pause for a moment, turned around, grabbed his wolf-tooth club, and quickly ran towards Ye Ling's courtyard.

Liu Su sighed, "What a pity, it's been tens of thousands of years since I've seen such a good show..."

(End of this chapter)