23: Chapter 23 Sending Shen Youqing home, Su Yingxue wants a husband, to love her fiercely.

An afternoon passed quickly amidst sweat and effort.

By the time Shen Youqing completed her final set of training, it was already evening.

"Sister Youqing, stay for dinner," Su Yingxue invited warmly.

Shen Youqing waved her hands hurriedly, "No, no, I've already bothered you for an entire afternoon. I should head back."

"Are you really not staying? The food Auntie Liu makes is delicious."

"Really, there's no need, thank you," Shen Youqing insisted.

Although she was very grateful, she had already troubled them for an entire afternoon; staying for dinner would be too embarrassing.

Su Yingxue didn't force the issue and instead said,

"Then can you come again tomorrow, Sister? We can continue training together."

Shen Youqing was tempted.

The conditions here were truly excellent. If she could continue to Cultivate here, she had a great chance of reaching a Breakthrough to a blood-qi value of 100.

But she was afraid of troubling others too much...

Lin Yun noticed her hesitation and also extended an invitation:

"Teacher Shen, please don't be so formal. Yingxue and I have to train every day anyway; having one more person to supervise each other is good."

Looking at their sincere gazes, Shen Youqing finally nodded:

"Then... I'll trouble you both. I will definitely come tomorrow."

"That's great!" Su Yingxue said happily, "Then let my husband drive you home."

"No need to trouble yourself, I'll just take the bus..."

"It's getting dark, let my husband drive you," Su Yingxue insisted. "The anti-gravity vehicle is very fast; it will only take a few minutes."

Shen Youqing couldn't refuse, so she had to agree.

Lin Yun drove Shen Youqing home.

On the way, the two chatted about the Dao of martial arts, from insights on how to Cultivate to the application of Combat Techniques, and from the history of martial arts to future prospects. The more they talked, the more they clicked.

Shen Youqing discovered that although Lin Yun was young, his understanding of the Dao of martial arts was profound, and his insights were unique. Many of his viewpoints were refreshing to her.

Lin Yun also discovered that Shen Youqing was not only gentle and intelligent but also possessed a deep passion and unique thoughts regarding the Dao of martial arts.

Before they knew it, the car had stopped downstairs at Shen Youqing's home.

"We're here," Lin Yun said.

Shen Youqing finally snapped back to reality and felt a bit embarrassed:

"Thank you, Mr. Lin, for bringing me back... I've really troubled you both too much today."

"It's no trouble," Lin Yun smiled, "See you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow."

After Shen Youqing got out of the car, Lin Yun was just about to leave when he suddenly saw her parents walking out of the building entrance.

They must have just come back from work, as they were carrying groceries in their hands.

Shen Youqing hurriedly introduced them:

"Dad, Mom, this is Mr. Lin Yun, a friend who guided my martial arts Cultivation today. Mr. Lin, these are my parents."

Mr. Shen looked to be around fifty, wearing glasses and appearing refined.

Mrs. Shen looked gentle and virtuous, with facial features somewhat similar to Shen Youqing's.

"Hello, Mr. Lin," Mr. Shen greeted politely. "Youqing has caused you trouble."

"Not at all, Teacher Shen is very diligent, and I admire that," Lin Yun said quickly.

Mrs. Shen invited him warmly, "Mr. Lin, would you like to come up and sit for a while? We just bought groceries, why not stay for a simple meal?"

Lin Yun originally wanted to decline, but seeing their sincere expressions and thinking of Su Yingxue's "plan," he nodded and agreed:

"Then I'll be intruding."

The Shen family's home wasn't large—two bedrooms and a living room—but it was decorated very warmly.

Although simple, it was kept clean and tidy, radiating the warmth of a home everywhere.

Mrs. Shen cooked personally, and soon prepared four dishes and a soup.

The meal was simple, but the taste was very good, full of the flavor of home.

While eating, Mr. and Mrs. Shen asked Lin Yun about his basic background, and they were all a bit surprised to learn that he was the young master of the Lin family from Jiangcheng.

However, they didn't become reserved because of this; they maintained a natural attitude, though there was a bit more politeness in their speech.

Lin Yun could feel that this was a very harmonious and loving family.

The parents were gentle and open-minded, and the daughter was filial and sensible; although their financial conditions were average, the family atmosphere was excellent.

After the meal, Lin Yun sat for a while longer before rising to take his leave.

Shen Youqing walked him downstairs and thanked him again:

"Mr. Lin, thank you so much for today. Not only did you guide my Cultivation, but you were also willing to come to my house for dinner..."

"Just call me Lin Yun," Lin Yun said. "I was very happy today. Your parents are very nice, and the food was delicious."

Shen Youqing's face flushed slightly. "Mm... Alright Lin Yun, see you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow."

When Lin Yun drove back to the Lin family home, it was already past eight in the evening.

Su Yingxue was waiting for him in the living room, and seeing him return, she immediately came to greet him:

"Husband, you're back? How did it go?"

Lin Yun recounted the experience of having dinner at the Shen family home.

Su Yingxue's eyes lit up as she listened:

"No wonder they were able to raise a daughter as gentle and intelligent as Sister Youqing. With such a family atmosphere, it's no wonder her personality is so good."

Su Yingxue wrapped her arms around Lin Yun's neck and asked playfully, "Then, husband, what do you think of... Sister Youqing?"

Lin Yun thought about it seriously. "Very good. Gentle, diligent, has aspirations, and has a good upbringing."

"That's good," Su Yingxue nodded with satisfaction. "It seems my judgment was correct."

The night grew late, and the two returned to their room.

After washing up, Su Yingxue snuggled into Lin Yun's arms and cupped his face.

"Husband..."

"Hmm?"

"I want you... to love me fiercely."

Her voice was very soft, carrying a clear sense of longing.

Lin Yun felt that his wife was exuding an infinitely alluring aura.

Suddenly, his mouth went dry.

He didn't hesitate any longer and leaned down to kiss her.

This kiss was gentle and lingering, carrying infinite affection.

The lights in the bridal chamber remained on until late into the night once again.

...

The next morning.

Lin Yun arrived at Shen Youqing's home on time.

The anti-gravity vehicle hovered above the residential complex, attracting the attention of quite a few early-rising residents.

Shen Youqing was already waiting downstairs. Today, she was wearing a simple white tracksuit with her hair tied in a ponytail, looking fresh and energetic.

Upon seeing Lin Yun, a smile appeared on her face. "Lin Yun, morning."

"Morning," Lin Yun smiled. "Have you had breakfast?"

"Not yet..."

"That's perfect, I haven't eaten either. How about we eat together?" Lin Yun asked naturally.

"Okay," Shen Youqing invited him directly. "I've already prepared it at home, let's go up and have some."

Lin Yun hadn't expected that, as he had intended to treat her, but now it had turned into going to her house again.

When the two went upstairs, Mrs. Shen had already prepared a sumptuous breakfast.

Millet porridge, fried eggs, side dishes, and freshly steamed buns.

Although simple, it was steaming hot and full of the warmth of home.

"Little Lin is here? Sit, sit quickly!" Mrs. Shen greeted him warmly.

"This child Youqing didn't tell me in advance, so I just made a little something..."

"Auntie, you are too polite, this is already very sumptuous," Lin Yun said sincerely.

The atmosphere during breakfast was very warm.

Mr. Shen asked some questions about martial arts Cultivation, and Lin Yun answered them all patiently.

Mrs. Shen caring asked Lin Yun to eat more, saying that practicing martial arts was hard work and he needed to nourish himself.

Shen Youqing watched from the side, and her parents' approval and fondness for Lin Yun made her feel happy as well.