Chapter 139 Make Me Happier

Xu Ruo's voice carried a hint of subtle, hard-to-detect sorrow—

"Actually... at first, I only hoped you could live out your life in peace and safety, just like a normal person."

"But I didn't expect that you, by your own power, would also achieve immortality..."

"This... indeed exceeded my expectations."

Xu Ruo's abrupt words left Retina stunned.

She suddenly recalled...

That this Master of hers seemed to have always regarded immortality as a curse...

A moment later, she raised her head, her limpid eyes gazing into Xu Ruo's.

It was as if through Xu Ruo's gaze, she saw the sliver of regret hidden deep in his heart.

Dazed for a moment, Retina took the initiative to kiss Xu Ruo's lips, responding to his feelings with action.

After a long while, the corners of her mouth curled up.

Her eyes overflowed with tenderness as she nestled back into Xu Ruo's embrace.

"Ruo..."

"To me, immortality is not a curse."

"Instead, it is the proof that makes me qualified to stay by your side."

"As long as I can be by your side, even if I have to share the Demon King's curse with you, I would do so gladly!"

Retina, like Xu Ruo, was the type of person who wasn't very good at comforting others.

Even though she wasn't great at it, Xu Ruo did not doubt her sincerity.

"Let's not. One Demon King is enough for this continent."

Xu Ruo smiled softly and held Retina tighter.

"You are just my rebellious disciple, the only rebellious disciple in the world..."

Retina was quite happy to see Xu Ruo's smile.

It seemed...

Xu Ruo had changed quite a bit too.

At least he was no longer like the emotionless machine in her memory.

However, at the thought that Xu Ruo's change was because of that Saintess and not because of her...

Retina felt a momentary sense of loss again.

But that little emotion soon dissipated.

Regardless of what kind of Master he was, she liked him.

Because Retina also knew that her position in Xu Ruo's heart was unique.

After all, that Saintess had said herself that Xu Ruo had instantly remembered her just upon hearing news about her.

This also proved that she was by no means an obscure passerby in Xu Ruo's life.

As for that Saintess...

Looking at her, she didn't seem like someone who would harm Xu Ruo.

Moreover, without her help in this kidnapping plan...

It probably wouldn't have succeeded.

Thinking about it, she wasn't a bad person.

With that thought, Retina felt much more relieved.

Gently wrapping her arms around Xu Ruo's waist, she buried her cheek in his chest again, nestling against him tightly.

An unprecedented sense of security lingered in her heart.

"Ruo... my performance just now, was it alright?"

After an unknown amount of time, Retina suddenly asked in a low voice.

Xu Ruo didn't bother teasing her and said softly:

"Very good..."

"This isn't something that needs my evaluation; it's enough that you feel happy yourself."

Hearing Xu Ruo's affirmative answer, the smile in Retina's beautiful eyes deepened.

Seemingly unwilling to ever part, she held Xu Ruo tightly and didn't let go for a long time.

"Indeed, I have fulfilled my lifelong wish, so how could I not be happy?"

"However..." As she spoke, Retina's small hands suddenly became restless, gently grasping his future; her voice seemed to take on a hint of charm capable of enchanting all living beings.

"Ruo... although I am already very happy, you wouldn't mind making me a little happier, would you?"

Xu Ruo was amused by Retina and reached out to hold her mischievous small hand.

"What? You want another reward?"

Retina wouldn't have it and pressed her body completely against Xu Ruo's.

Biting her lip, her eyes held a bit of bashfulness but even more boldness.

With her pretty face flushed, one small hand traced circles on Xu Ruo's chest while she lowered her head and whispered:

"Master... is it really not okay?"

Xu Ruo clearly hadn't expected Retina to have this side to her and was momentarily stunned.

In her moment of feigned weakness, she even brought up their status as master and disciple.

For a moment...

A strange sense of guilt actually caused a different kind of heat to rise in Xu Ruo's heart!

After a long while, he finally couldn't help but lower his head and kiss Retina's lips.

After a long time, their lips parted, and their eyes met.

"Didn't I already agree earlier?"

Xu Ruo flicked Retina's nose again.

With a smile still on his face, he turned over and pressed the beauty in his arms beneath him.

Feeling the powerful body covering her, the flush on Retina's face intensified.

No longer able to hide the joy and happiness in her heart, she proactively wrapped her arms around Xu Ruo's neck, her lips parting slightly to offer up her most precious everything once more.

...

Meanwhile—

The second group of people from the Holy Kingdom to leave the Fran Imperial Capital arrived at the inn where Xia Xier was temporarily staying.

Aila and Dewin were among them.

After arranging for their retinue, the urgency in the two women's hearts led them to head towards Xia Xier's room in unison.

Of course, the objects of their concern were not entirely the same.

Dewin was solely worried about Xia Xier.

While Aila...

She naturally cared about one more person...

"Xier..." Dewin hurriedly pushed open the door, and right in front of her, she saw Xia Xier at the table, engraving Magic Mark onto a Magic Stone in her hand.

"Dean, and Lady Bishop, you've arrived so quickly?"

Seeing the two of them arrive so soon, Xia Xier was somewhat surprised.

Dewin didn't have time for pleasantries and immediately stepped forward, her gaze scanning Xia Xier from head to toe.

Only after confirming that Xia Xier hadn't suffered any injuries did the worry in her heart ease slightly.

"Good, good..."

"It's good that you're alright..."

Xia Xier smiled helplessly and gently patted the back of Dewin's hand—

"I definitely wouldn't be in any trouble."

"Has the Dean forgotten just how strong I am?"

Dewin gave a bitter smile; that was true.

She had witnessed countless times just how powerful Xia Xier's strength was.

But...

Perhaps because she always saw Xier as a child, Dewin could never stop worrying about Xia Xier's safety.

Seeing the opportunity, Aila stepped forward and began to ask what was on her mind:

"Xier, what about Xu Ruo?"

"I heard he was kidnapped by someone?"

"He's fine, don't worry." Xia Xier smiled again and looked at Aila seriously:

"Don't worry about him. Instead of saying he was kidnapped, it's more like an agreement between me and that person..."

"And Xu Ruo won't be in any danger; he's just gone on a vacation."

With Xia Xier's words, Aila felt much more at ease.

It seemed...

The person Xia Xier mentioned...

Should be an acquaintance of hers and Xu Ruo.

Otherwise, given Xia Xier's personality, she would never be able to calmly sit here making Magic Stones...

After confirming Xu Ruo was fine, Aila finally breathed a complete sigh of relief.

"That's good then..."

Once her mind was at ease, Aila's gaze inadvertently moved to the Magic Stone on the table.

Although the Magic Mark on the stone were not yet fully engraved, the terrifying aura contained within still piqued Aila's curiosity—

"Xier, this Magic Stone..."

Xia Xier picked up the Magic Stone and replied:

"This is a gift I'm preparing for the Bishop, but it's not finished yet."

"It should be finished by tonight."

"For me?" Aila was a bit surprised.

Xia Xier nodded.

"It contains a portion of my Holy Power."

"As long as you wear it, it can not only block all fatal injuries."

"It can also protect the wearer's soul, making all charm-type magic ineffective!"

Hearing Xia Xier's explanation, a flash of pleasant surprise lit up Aila's beautiful eyes.

She hadn't expected this Magic Stone to be so precious!

However, after realizing the value of this Magic Stone...

Not only Aila, but even Dewin beside her realized the gravity of the situation, and her expression instantly became much more serious—

"Xier, do you mean... that Lady Bishop will encounter some unimaginable danger?"