Full-time sword repair

Chapter 1922: A Kiss of Love

"Fellow Daoist Lin, I, Wan Yincai, like you."

Wan Yincai's confession was clear and sincere, filled with a desperate gamble. It was especially moving on the cloud-covered peak where only the mountain wind howled.

The wind seemed to slow down, and the clouds and mist seemed to freeze. The clear and firm sound, like a beam of strong light piercing through the haze, instantly dispelled the silence and coolness of the mountaintop.

The words fell on Lin Jichen's ears and were etched into his heart.

He looked down at the girl in front of him. Her cheeks were as red as the sunset, and her ears were so red they looked like they were about to bleed. Her long eyelashes trembled slightly, like the wings of a startled butterfly.

But those clear eyes didn't flinch, staring straight at him.

His eyes were filled with a desperate sincerity and an unconcealable anxiety; it was a look of fear of rejection, yet an inability to resist revealing his feelings, pure and passionate.

Seeing this, Lin Jichen felt a warm current surge in his heart, like melting snow in spring, slowly flowing through his limbs and bones.

The memories of my time with Wan Yin Cai are like surging tides, vividly resurfacing in my mind, every detail as fresh as yesterday.

He recalled their first meeting at the Beast Taming Sect's training ground. At that time, he was just an ordinary disciple of the Heavenly Evolution Sword Sect. He had unintentionally aroused the jealousy of several disciples from the Beast Taming Sect, and was thus forcibly challenged to a sparring match.

Just as he was pointing his sword at his opponent, his competitive spirit at its peak, Wan Yincai appeared gracefully in a fur coat, stunning the entire audience with her overwhelming strength.

From then on, her gaze towards him held a different kind of curiosity and attention that others didn't have.

He also remembered that later, in order to deal with Situ Zhao, the two of them went side by side, secretly kidnapped Situ Zhao's father, knocked Situ Zhao unconscious and took him away in the chaos, and rushed to the Dragon Realm under the stars and moon.

Although the journey was fraught with danger, they also had a tacit understanding of fighting side by side. She never held him back and even protected him in dangerous situations many times.

Within the Dragon Realm, life is a matter of life and death. Together they face the provocations of the Candle Dragon, resist unknown dangers, and search for a way out in dire circumstances.

During that period, Wan Yincai's affection for him was already written all over her face without any attempt to hide it. It was her subconscious concern in times of crisis, the healing pills she offered when he was tired, and the tenderness and light that she couldn't hide when she looked at him.

Since then, the Beast Taming Sect has maintained an extremely friendly relationship with him.

Everyone assumed that his pet shop's continuous supply of mythical beasts was all thanks to his wife, Hu Hui, who acted as a go-between.

But only Lin Jichen knew in his heart that Hu Hui, an elder of the Beast Taming Sect, was simply powerless to facilitate such a large-scale spirit beast transaction.

It was Wan Yincai who, against all opposition within the sect, made the decision to exclusively supply spirit beasts to her pet shop, and gave her the green light for all business dealings, including the lowest prices, priority allocation, and special escorts—all of which were secretly arranged by her.

Back then, Lin Jichen was just an insignificant disciple of the Tianyan Sword Sect, who hadn't even reached the position of elder. What merit did he have to receive such favor from the Beast Taming Sect?

But Wan Yincai did all this without ever seeking credit from him. She even deliberately concealed it, letting Hai Ruhua and her husband take the blame, making him believe that it was all Hu Hui's help.

She quietly gave her all and protected others, hiding all her feelings in those unseen details.

Even when he went to the Dragon Realm this time, he only sent a message, without explaining the dangers or making any demands. But Wan Yincai set off immediately without saying a word.

Her father, the sect leader of the Beast Taming Sect, was firmly opposed to it. Knowing that the Dragon Realm was fraught with danger, he was afraid that she might suffer any mishap, so he repeatedly warned her and tried every means to stop her.

But Wan Yincai was determined. Even if she argued with her father and didn't even say a proper greeting, she insisted on ignoring all his admonitions and rushed to his side to go on adventures with him.

Lin Jichen never truly overlooked these small acts of dedication and quiet protection. Like sparks, they had long since coalesced into a torch in his heart, leaving a deep imprint.

However, he was always busy cultivating, dealing with the crises of the Eight Desolations, and protecting the people around him. He never delved into the emotions behind this mark, nor did he realize that he had unknowingly fallen for this bright and passionate girl.

After a moment of surprise, the astonishment on Lin Jichen's face gradually faded, replaced by an extremely gentle smile, like the warm spring sun, dispelling all the aloofness and coldness.

Looking at the pale golden-eyed girl before him, who had mustered all her courage to reveal her feelings, he felt no hesitation and had no intention of playing hard to get.

He has always been open and honest, unwilling to go against his own conscience, and even less willing to betray this pure and passionate affection.

Thinking of this, Lin Jichen slowly reached out his hand, his fingertips carrying a hint of tenderness, and gently grasped Wan Yincai's hand.

Her hands were slightly cool, like the finest mutton fat jade, delicate and soft, with fine beads of sweat on her fingertips from nervousness, trembling slightly.

Lin Jichen gently tightened his palm, transferring his warmth to her little by little.

"I didn't expect you to say these things today."

Lin Jichen's tone was gentle, with a hint of relief and a touch of relief.

Actually, I've liked you for a long time too.

Upon hearing this, Wan Yincai trembled slightly, and a blush of embarrassment instantly spread to her ears.

But a brilliant light instantly shone in his eyes, like stars lit up in the dark night. All the previous anxiety and unease vanished in that moment, replaced by overwhelming joy, disbelief, and elation.

She asked cautiously, "Are you...are you telling the truth? You're not lying to me?"

Lin Jichen smiled and nodded vigorously, without saying another word. All his affection was hidden in the tenderness in his eyes.

He slowly leaned down, his fingertips gently brushing across Wan Yincai's flushed cheeks, and then, tenderly and reverently, kissed her lips.

The moment their lips touched, it was tender and soft, carrying the sweet scent of mountain mist and the burning passion in their hearts.

This kiss, without the slightest offense, only with careful cherishing and heartfelt joy, instantly dispelled all unease and anxiety, and ignited the long-suppressed feelings in their hearts.

Wan Yincai froze slightly, clearly caught off guard, but in just a moment, she completely relaxed, slowly closed her eyes, raised her hand to tightly hug Lin Jichen's neck, and mustered her courage to boldly respond to his kiss.

The glow of the sunset bathed the two of them, gilding their figures with a warm golden edge. Clouds and mist swirled around them like a natural curtain, and the mountain breeze whispered as if blessing them.

The two embraced and kissed, sealing their love with a single kiss!