Chapter 17: Chapter ( 17 ) In the pool
Zhen Chen sighed deeply, glancing at Yu Xue Yin. He truly didn't want her to know about the chosen ones. But if he didn't explain, he would lose her trust. Reluctantly, he began to explain.
After listening to everything about the chosen ones, Yu Xue Yin asked, "So, you accepted the pendent from Zhen lao Ta and became a cultivator? Does that mean Zhen lao Ta is also a cultivator?"
Zhen Chen shook his head and continued, "Uncle is a chosen one, but he can't cultivate. Let's just say… he doesn't have the same awakened bloodline as I do."
Yu Xue Yin nodded in understanding, then looked Zhen Chen up and down and asked, "So… you can't get married, right? You mean …"
Zhen Chen quickly clarified, "Ah, that was the case at first. But after connecting with the Pendent's consciousness, that issue was resolved. Everything's fine now. I can even marry if I want to… heh."
Yu Xue Yin raised an eyebrow and teased, "Hmph… who would marry you? I'm really curious."
"As long as you're fine, that's all that matters. Based on your explanation, it seems these herbs and this cave can turn ordinary people into powerful cultivators, right?"
Zhen Chen nodded. "Not everyone, but those with strong bloodline potential and latent talent can definitely become powerful. This is a very important secret. If any organization gets their hands on this, they could amass a lot of power…"
"The cultivator organization that asked me to find the herbs probably knows something about this. But I don't think it's time to reveal it to them yet. You should pause your search for your father and quietly build your own strength."
Zhen Chen looked at Yu Xue Yin intently. "This matter concerns your father, so whatever you decide, I won't object. The most important thing is your safety. And… the talisman's consciousness said your bloodline potential is extraordinary. You should test it here."
Yu Xue Yin's eyes widened in surprise. Zhen Chen then turned to the cave wall, plucked a herb, and tossed it into the energy pool in the center of the room. The clear water began to bubble and turned a deep blue.
He then turned to Yu Xue Yin and said, "Sis, wait outside for a bit. I'll test it first."
Yu Xue Yin panicked and quickly stopped him. "Zhen Chen, don't be reckless! No one knows if this is safe!"
Before she could finish, Zhen Chen had already taken off his shirt. The water in the pool bubbled violently as the herb dissolved, turning the water a deep blue. As Zhen Chen was about to remove his pants, Yu Xue Yin grabbed his arm.
"Zhen Chen, this isn't a joke… Are you really going to do this? This is… this is…"
Zhen Chen's bare, muscular upper body made Yu Xue Yin blush. She quickly let go of his arm, her face red, and turned away. "Put your clothes back on… We need to test this scientifically first. You can't just rush into this."
Zhen Chen chuckled, amused by her shyness. He leaned closer to her ear and whispered, "Sis, don't worry. This isn't dangerous, and it won't hurt either. You don't need to be so anxious…"
Yu Xue Yin, flustered by Zhen Chen's actions and words, turned away even more. At that moment, Zhen Chen removed his pants and jumped into the pool.
Yu Xue Yin turned around at the sound of splashing water and saw Zhen Chen already in the pool. She was extremely worried, but seeing that Zhen Chen seemed fine, she relaxed a bit. The medicinal liquid in the pool began to rise like roots, clinging to Zhen Chen's body and wrapping around his neck.
Zhen Chen focused his mind, sensing every part of his body. His cells were vibrating intensely under the stimulation of the medicinal liquid. The energy within his cells and his genetic structure were becoming highly active, causing his entire body to tremble.
Yu Xue Yin, seeing Zhen Chen trembling, grew worried again. Was he in pain? She stood by the pool, ready to pull him out if anything went wrong. The pool was small, and Zhen Chen was standing near the edge, within arm's reach.
Unable to wait any longer, Yu Xue Yin reached out to pull him out. However, as an ordinary person, she couldn't withstand the potent energy of the medicinal liquid. The moment she touched Zhen Chen, the liquid surged up her arm like roots, causing her whole body to tremble. She lost her balance and fell into the pool.
As soon as she fell in, Yu Xue Yin panicked and clung to Zhen Chen. The medicinal roots wrapped around her body, and she felt a strange sensation. Trembling, she held onto Zhen Chen tightly, her soft moans escaping her lips.
Zhen Chen, feeling her arms around him and her delicate body against his, opened his eyes to see Yu Xue Yin trembling in his arms. Her soft moans only made him tremble more.
"Ah… Sis, how did you end up in the pool? Your skin is so soft… Wait! What am I thinking?!"
Yu Xue Yin, dazed, suddenly woke up. She felt something touching her lower body and was shocked. She pushed Zhen Chen away and backed off, her face burning with embarrassment. Zhen Chen was equally flustered.
"This… this wasn't on purpose! It's the medicinal liquid. It's too stimulating…"
Zhen Chen tried to explain, but Yu Xue Yin couldn't speak. Her whole body was overwhelmed by the strange sensation, and she couldn't control her trembling. She couldn't stand straight and had to cling to Zhen Chen again. She whispered shyly, " Chen, I… I can't hold on anymore. Let me hold you for a while…"
Zhen Chen gently pulled her into his embrace. Their bodies pressed tightly together, and both of their hearts raced. Whether it was the medicinal liquid or the physical contact, neither could tell. Zhen Chen lowered his head and kissed Yu Xue Yin's rose-like lips.
Yu Xue Yin, caught off guard by the kiss, froze. The tenderness, warmth, and excitement overwhelmed her. She couldn't resist and kissed him back, her arms naturally wrapping around his neck.
Under Zhen Chen's gentle touch, Yu Xue Yin leaned against his chest, breathing heavily. Both of them struggled to hold back, their hearts pounding. In the pool, Zhen Chen held Yu Xue Yin tightly, enduring the strain. The medicinal liquid didn't hurt, but holding back while embracing a fairy-like beauty like Yu Xue Yin was exhausting.
Yu Xue Yin, understanding Zhen Chen's struggle, felt guilty and whispered softly, "Zhen Chen, thank you…"