24: Chapter 24 Yunxi is so proactive, I, the Nine Nether Hound, couldn't help but give in.

"Whew!"

With warm fragrance and soft jade delivered into his arms, Wang Teng naturally wouldn't dodge.

He reached out and steadily caught the falling Yun Xi.

Yun Xi stumbled into a solid, warm embrace, her nose filled with a scent that was both unfamiliar and pleasant.

It was the unique scent of the Nine-Nether Ao, mixed with a hint of blood and wild male hormones.

"Mmm..."

Yun Xi let out a soft moan, rubbing her head against Wang Teng's chest like a kitten that had found its nest.

She looked up with hazy, drunken eyes at the handsome face so close to hers; those double pupils were so deep they seemed capable of sucking away a person's soul.

Under the influence of alcohol, her usual cold reserve had long been cast to the winds; now, only an inexplicable desire and impulse remained in her heart.

She reached out and wrapped her arms around Wang Teng's neck, hanging onto him like an octopus.

"Big Black Dog... why... why didn't you dodge?"

Yun Xi mumbled incoherently, her voice soft and sweet, carrying a hint of coquetry.

Wang Teng looked down at the girl in his arms, her eyes flowing with seduction, and a wicked curve tugged at the corner of his lips.

He didn't answer, only reaching out to gently pinch Yun Xi's chin, forcing her to look up.

"What? Is the Goddess intending to throw herself into my arms?"

Yun Xi felt uncomfortable from his grip and twisted her body, trying to break free, but she only pressed closer instead.

She felt the scorching body temperature radiating from Wang Teng, along with that powerful heartbeat, and her own heart couldn't help but race.

"Who... who is throwing themselves into your arms!"

Yun Xi retorted stubbornly, but her body was very honest and didn't move away.

She looked at Wang Teng's thin lips and, as if possessed, reached out a finger to lightly touch them.

"Your lips... why are they so cold?"

Wang Teng's eyes darkened; he grabbed her mischievous little hand and kissed it by his lips.

"Cold? How about... you help me warm them up?"

Yun Xi's mind exploded with a bang; although she was inexperienced in such matters, she understood the implication in his words.

Her cheeks were burning hot, and she tried to pull her hand back, but Wang Teng held it tightly.

"I... I don't want to..."

Yun Xi protested in a whisper, but her voice carried a hint of feigned resistance.

Wang Teng chuckled and stopped teasing her.

He lowered his head and kissed those alluring red lips.

Yun Xi's eyes widened, and her body instantly stiffened.

This was her first kiss; she had no idea how to respond and could only passively endure Wang Teng's taking.

Wang Teng's kiss was domineering and fervent, with a hint of punishment.

How could Yun Xi have experienced such a battle? She quickly succumbed, collapsing into Wang Teng's arms, letting him take whatever he wanted.

"Mmm..."

Yun Xi let out an incoherent whimper, her hands gripping Wang Teng's clothes tightly, her knuckles turning white.

After a long while, Wang Teng finally released her.

Yun Xi gasped for air, her chest heaving violently.

Her eyes were dazed, a flush on her face, making her look exceptionally alluring.

"Goddess, how... does it taste?"

Wang Teng asked playfully.

Yun Xi was too shy to look at him, burying her head in his arms like an ostrich.

"You... you're bullying me!"

Wang Teng laughed heartily, in a great mood.

He scooped Yun Xi up in his arms and walked toward a flat boulder not far away.

"Since the Goddess is so proactive, I will respectfully accept."

Yun Xi was startled and hurriedly struggled.

"You... what are you doing? Put me down!"

Wang Teng ignored her struggles and placed her on the boulder.

"Shh—" Wang Teng extended a finger, pressing it against Yun Xi's lips, "Don't make a sound, otherwise..."

He paused deliberately, a dangerous glint flashing in his eyes.

Yun Xi was frightened and dared not move anymore. She looked at Wang Teng nervously, not knowing what he would do next.

Wang Teng looked at her, appearing like a startled fawn, and couldn't help but feel a surge of pity and affection.

He reached out and gently stroked Yun Xi's cheek, his movements much gentler.

"Don't be afraid, I won't hurt you."

Yun Xi felt his gentleness, and the fear in her heart receded slightly.

She looked into Wang Teng's eyes; they were no longer cold and murderous, but filled with a deep affection she had never seen before.

"You..."

Yun Xi opened her mouth but didn't know what to say.

Wang Teng lowered his head and kissed her lips again.

This time, his kiss was gentle and lingering, as if he were savoring a rare treasure.

Yun Xi slowly responded to him, her hands unconsciously wrapping around his neck.

Under the moonlight, the two figures intertwined; everything seemed so beautiful and natural.

The subsequent scenes were indescribable...

The night was as dark as ink; the deep night wind of the Baiduan Mountains carried a bone-chilling cold as it passed through the ancient peach forest.

It stirred up a few fallen leaves, gently brushing past the figures embracing on the boulder.

"Mmm..."

This sudden cold breeze made Yun Xi's delicate body in his arms tremble slightly.

The alcohol that had muddled her brain was dispersed somewhat by the night wind.

Her long, butterfly-wing-like eyelashes fluttered gently, and then she slowly opened her eyes.

What met her eyes was a chest plated with silver by the moonlight.

Solid and broad, with a dark golden divine pattern glowing faintly beneath the skin.

The moment her consciousness returned, Yun Xi did not push the other party away in a panic as she usually would.

Nor did she feel ashamed and desperate because of her loss of composure.

Instead, she lay there quietly, not moving a muscle.

Letting that domineering arm keep her tightly confined within that scorching embrace.

She slowly raised her head, using the cold moonlight to gaze at the sleeping man before her at close range.

"Big bad guy..."

Yun Xi cursed softly in her heart, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but curl into a shy and sweet arc.

She slowly extended her soft hand, adorned with a purple crystal bracelet, her fingertips trembling as she cautiously touched Wang Teng's cheek.

Her fingertips traced his firm jawline; that cool and rough sensation.

Made Yun Xi's heart thump wildly, as if it were about to jump out of her throat.

She did not pull her hand back.

Instead, as if admiring a rare treasure that belonged solely to her, her gaze grew increasingly burning.

"Are you my fated trial..."

Yun Xi murmured to herself, her voice so soft that only the wind could hear it.

Wang Teng seemed to feel the anomaly on his face in his sleep; a low, beast-like murmur escaped his throat.

The large hand wrapped around Yun Xi's waist tightened subconsciously, suddenly pulling her upward, pressing her more closely against himself.

"Ah..."

Yun Xi let out a short cry of surprise, her whole body almost kneaded into his flesh and blood.

But she still did not dodge.

She leaned her burning cheek against Wang Teng's chest, listening to that powerful, war-drum-like heartbeat.

In those purple, gem-like eyes, there was nothing but the misty haze of infatuation.

This Goddess of the Celestial Race had completely fallen.