Looking at Wu Feng, who had turned around again, Ning Tian took a deep breath, her gaze somewhat evasive, not daring to look into Wu Feng's eyes that were dim yet unable to conceal a burning passion:
"I'm just a bit at a loss. I don't mean to dislike you... I need time to process this."
Hearing this, a glimmer of hope immediately lit up in Wu Feng's watery eyes.
Just as she had said, all she desired was to always stay by Ning Tian's side, never daring to hope that Ning Tian would reciprocate her feelings.
As long as Ning Tian didn't despise her and allowed her to continue guarding her, that would be enough.
Seeing that Wu Feng had calmed down after her reassurance, Ning Tian immediately let out a sigh of relief.
In her heart, Xiao Feng was her best friend, the companion who understood her the most. Therefore, she absolutely did not want to hurt Xiao Feng's feelings.
There must be a way for both to be satisfied!
Ning Tian immediately let her thoughts wander, beginning to ponder seriously.
She bore the heavy burden of restoring the glory of their Sect, so she was destined to be unable to return Xiao Feng's feelings. Moreover, her Spirit had now degenerated into the Six Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, meaning she was deeply bound to Ao Yao, and Ao Yao was the most suitable partner candidate; she did have favorable feelings for Ao Yao.
But she didn't want to hurt Xiao Feng's heart...
A bold idea surfaced in Ning Tian's mind.
It was just that this idea was somewhat heretical, and perhaps Xiao Feng wouldn't accept it.
But for her, this should be the best solution.
Ning Tian's breathing suddenly became much quicker, and her voice carried a hint of probing:
"Xiao Feng... you know, I have already decided that Ao Yao is the most suitable partner for me. With Ao Yao's support, I can definitely restore the former glory of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School, and even the God Position won't be just a dream."
"I know."
Wu Feng replied hoarsely.
She knew Ning Tian was rejecting her feelings.
What Wu Feng hadn't expected was that Ning Tian's next sentence stunned her into silence:
"But I don't want to hurt you either. I admit that I also have a special feeling for you in my heart. This feeling is definitely not love, but it is equally special... I think I can't leave you anymore. After so many years together, I've long grown accustomed to your companionship."
"So... you come with me. We can both become Ao Yao's..."
Mid-sentence, Ning Tian couldn't continue. A blush crept up her fair face.
She felt like she was acting as a pimp, and suggesting Xiao Feng share a husband with her was just too embarrassing.
Wu Feng's expression instantly became somewhat vacant: "I... I want in too? Together with Ao Yao...?"
Ning Tian's words delivered a massive shock to Wu Feng, filling her face with astonishment.
"I don't want to leave you, but I equally can't leave Ao Yao right now. Whether it's getting my Spirit back to its original state or evolving it further into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda of Ning Rongrong's ancestor, it all depends on Ao Yao's help."
"If you join us, we can both receive rich rewards. The three of us working together will surely write a legend belonging to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School. In the future, we can stand side-by-side at the pinnacle of the Spirit Master's world. A hundred-thousand-year spirit ring, a hundred-thousand-year Spirit Bone, or even the more distant God Position will no longer be just dreams for us."
"Besides, you've seen it—many people have Ao Yao's diary instance. He must be a highly sought-after prize for everyone. With your help, our names will definitely appear in the diary book often..."
Ning Tian spoke with increasing fervor. These words were not only an attempt to persuade Wu Feng but also to persuade herself.
"Most importantly, this way we can be together forever."
Wu Feng hadn't really cared about everything said before; only the last sentence deeply moved her heart.
No matter what happened, she only wanted to stay by Ning Tian's side.
And Ning Tian's proposal was indeed the best solution.
But for her to become Ao Yao's... alongside Ning Tian...
Wu Feng found it hard to imagine the scene, yet her mind uncontrollably began to fantasize.
Perhaps thinking of something, Wu Feng's breathing started to quicken.
"Xiao Feng... I know this might be cruel to you, and you can call me selfish, but... I hope you can consider my proposal."
Ning Tian turned her head away, not daring to look at Wu Feng's face again.
But Wu Feng's reaction was also beyond Ning Tian's expectations.
"Okay."
Just a simple word, yet it made Ning Tian's heart tremble slightly.
Looking at Wu Feng again, Ning Tian's eyes now held a touch of guilt.
But Wu Feng didn't mind at all. Instead, she walked to Ning Tian's side and gently wrapped her arms around Ning Tian.
This was something she had always wanted to do but never dared to.
But now, she could finally do it openly.
Feeling content, Wu Feng took a deep breath, sensing Ning Tian's slightly stiff body and that faint, subtle fragrance. Her voice was firm yet calm:
"I know what Little Tian carries on her shoulders, so... I understand."
"No matter what happens, no matter what Little Tian wants to do, I only want to stay by your side, even... even if it's this way."
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[Ning Tian transforming into a man is largely Heaven-Defying, but the trials that follow for Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi are purely vulgar.]
[The trials for the two of them are ridiculous, aren't they? What normal game of truth or dare requires two grown men to kiss on the lips!?]
[Dude, were you drunk when you wrote this plot?]
[Fortunately, this vulgar segment didn't actually happen; Bei Bei and Xu Sanshi refused that adventure and entered a deep adventure instead.]
[But the Tang Ya blackening illusion that Bei Bei experienced next was also purely vulgar to the extreme. What's this about needing to castrate himself to save the fallen Tang Ya, who has become an Evil Soul Master?]
Seeing this, Tang Ya and Zhang Lexuan's hearts trembled slightly.
Needing Bei Bei to castrate himself to save her/Tang Ya?
Is this Qiankun Asking Love Valley sick or what?
Tang Ya immediately became anxious.
If Bei Bei castrated himself, what would she do? This concerned her happiness!
Zhang Lexuan's reaction was more complicated—just as she had predicted, there was indeed some connection between her and the Qiankun Asking Love Valley.
Her figure did appear in the Qiankun Asking Love Valley.
But what she didn't expect was that the first thing she saw was a description concerning Bei Bei.
Needing to castrate himself to save his beloved...?
Zhang Lexuan looked up, a slight ripple appearing in her eyes.