nycdaug Chapter 157 They are back
Chapter 157 They are back
Shen Qingyao stared intently at the shocking wounds on Si Jingnian's body, and her heart ached.
She never imagined that this man, who was always so spirited and powerful, would have such a vulnerable moment.
However, despite feeling heartbroken and reluctant to part, she knew she must not let her emotions get the better of her at this moment.
Because she understood that the evil god called the God of Bliss was eyeing her body covetously, and there must be some unspeakable conspiracy hidden behind it.
The more desperately Si Jingnian gets closer to her, the greater the danger he faces.
Shen Qingyao knew that Si Jingnian's destiny was extraordinary, and ordinary evil spirits could not get close to him.
But the God of Bliss is no ordinary character; such an evil and powerful being is probably more interested in Si Jingnian's special destiny.
If it were merely a matter of life and death, perhaps she could harden her heart and fight alongside Si Jingnian to meet the challenges of fate together.
However, the God of Bliss is too mysterious and unpredictable, and all the rumors about him describe his cruel, tyrannical, and ruthless behavior.
It is said that any soul that is targeted by him, no matter how tenacious, will eventually be devoured.
Just like the Princess Hengyang before her, even though she was born into a noble family, she still could not escape and became prey in the mouth of the God of Bliss.
Thinking of this, Shen Qingyao's face grew even paler, and a fine layer of sweat even seeped out from her forehead.
She secretly resolved that no matter the cost, she must stay away from Si Jingnian and never let him become the next target of the God of Bliss.
Even if it meant incurring Si Jingnian's misunderstanding and resentment, she was willing to do it...
Si Jingnian stood there stunned, as if struck by lightning, his gaze fixed on Shen Qingyao. His eyes seemed to bleed, filled with hurt emotions, and his eyes had turned red as if he were about to cry.
"Ah Yao, I don't agree! No matter what reasons you give, I will never agree to break up with you! Don't waste your breath and schemes!"
Si Jingnian gritted his teeth and squeezed out the words. His tone was as firm as steel, cold and resolute, and he exuded a chilling aura that made people afraid to approach him.
As soon as he finished speaking, Si Jingnian took the lead without hesitation, taking large strides with each step filled with anger and determination, striding forward without looking back.
Shen Qingyao watched his departing figure, sighed helplessly, shook her head gently, then hugged the dragon Jiaojiao in her arms tightly, lifted her foot and quickly followed after him.
"Ugh! That couple... they're so annoying!"
Ruan Hongshuang reached out and rubbed her hair irritably, messing up her originally neat bun. Her eyes were filled with impatience and suppressed anger, as if they were about to explode at any moment.
And so, the three of them walked silently and quickly through the long, dark passageway. The only sounds were their hurried footsteps and breathing; the atmosphere was incredibly tense.
Before long, they finally arrived at a narrow, dark stone door.
This stone door looks very old and worn, covered with the marks of time and mottled moss.
With Princess Hengyang no longer a troublesome figure, Shen Qingyao and the other two were able to leave the mysterious ancient tomb without any problems.
The moment they pushed open the stone door and took their first step, a strong and dazzling beam of light suddenly shone in, stinging their eyes.
Shen Qingyao and the others instinctively covered their eyes with their hands, and it took them a while to adjust before they slowly lowered their arms and began to look around at their surroundings.
It took them a while to adjust to the bright outside environment, and the light was no longer glaring.
"We...we're finally out?"
The three stood still, their eyes scanning their surroundings anxiously. The familiar yet unfamiliar environment stirred up a turbulent mix of emotions within them.
Tears streamed uncontrollably down her cheeks, and even the usually strong Ruan Hongshuang's voice trembled slightly, almost imperceptibly.
Shen Qingyao, standing to the side, was equally excited, her eyes reddening, and a smile involuntarily spreading across her face.
However, when she turned her head, she found that Si Jingnian's face was still terribly gloomy.
She knew in her heart that Si Jingnian was still brooding over what she had said in the ancient tomb, and the corners of her mouth, which had been slightly upturned, instantly drooped down.
In comparison, the most excited and thrilled was Long Jiaojiao.
The moment she stepped out of the ancient tomb, her bright, lively eyes suddenly lit up, like two dazzling stars.
Having been imprisoned in this eerie and terrifying ancient tomb for over a thousand years, she was finally able to see the light of day again, and the joy she felt was indescribable.
Before Shen Qingyao could even give her some instructions, Long Jiaojiao vanished from Shen Qingyao's arms in the blink of an eye, like a wild horse that had broken free.
Only a crisp, melodious, but somewhat hasty sentence remained echoing in the air:
"Mother, I'll go scout ahead and come back in a bit!"
Hearing this, Shen Qingyao felt helpless and somewhat annoyed, but more than anything, she was worried about Long Jiaojiao's safety.
There's nothing we can do; this little guy is always so mischievous and willful.
Since the exit they came out of was located on the other side of the mountain, far from their original camp, they had no choice but to walk back step by step.
The mountain path underfoot was rugged and uneven, with lush trees on both sides, and occasionally a few birds would fly overhead, making a few clear calls.
Despite the long and arduous journey, being able to breathe fresh, free air again and feel the warmth of the sun on my skin makes everything else seem less important.
After several hours of trekking, Shen Qingyao, Si Jingnian, and Ruan Hongshuang, exhausted, finally spotted the tents of their encampment on the distant horizon.
The tents were arranged in a neat and orderly fashion, resembling an oasis in the desert. But what brought even more warmth and hope was the wisps of smoke rising from the center of the camp.
When the people who had been guarding the ancient tomb first saw Shen Qingyao and the others, they rubbed their eyes in disbelief.
They simply couldn't believe that the young marshal and his troops, who had been missing for so long, had actually returned safely.
"They're back! It's the young marshal and his men who are back!"
A sharp-eyed soldier was the first to shout out in surprise, a shout that, like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, instantly stirred up a thousand waves.
In an instant, the entire encampment erupted in excitement, and the once quiet camp became incredibly noisy.
Whether they were soldiers on guard duty or staff busy with logistics, they all dropped what they were doing and rushed towards Shen Qingyao and her group like a tide.
"It really is the young marshal and his wife!"
"Thank God, they finally made it out of that terrifying ancient tomb alive!"
Excited cheers and exclamations could be heard from the crowd from time to time.