"We can't know for sure if the Martial Skill Ye Tian used is from the Holy Land. However, it is crucial that we maintain a good relationship with him, and this matter must be kept secret. I suspect he ca to Linyuan Academy simply to grow stronger as quickly as possible.
The conditions in the Holy Land are surely superior to anywhere else, but it also cos with imnse danger. Didn't Zhang Xinlan say the Holy Land is currently in a state of turmoil? Perhaps they sent him here out of fear that so accident might befall him.
If his identity is discovered, he could be in mortal danger. Therefore, we must do everything in our power to protect him," Xiao Wenjie said with a grave expression.
"Indeed, your analysis is very sound," Guan Tianshui said. "Ye Tian's thirst for power is plain to see. If he's able to mature without incident, he will surely beco a mighty figure in his own right. He could even make a na for himself in the Holy Land."
Lin Ling knew Ye Tian's talent was incredible and that he possessed a Pure Yang Body, but she had never imagined his status was so lofty, let alone that he ca from the Holy Land. A fear crept into her heart: 'Will he look down on ? After all, I'm not like Xiao Yaoyao.'
'Xiao Yaoyao and he... they've already done certain things. But I... we haven't even properly held hands.' The thought of being so intimate before marriage was sothing she just couldn't bring herself to do.
At this thought, her heart grew restless. She had nothing more to say to the two deans. "Deans, there are still many things to handle regarding the field trip. I'll be heading back now. Thank you for your trouble concerning Ye Tian!"
"Instructor Lin Ling," Xiao Wenjie said, "now that you know about Ye Tian, you must keep it a secret. That goes for Zhang Xinlan's affairs as well. The Holy Land is a place we wouldn't dare to even dream of, yet now two people from there have appeared in our midst. Perhaps, if we play our cards right, we might get a chance to visit it ourselves. You're a smart woman; I'm sure you understand my aning."
"Rest assured, Dean. My lips are sealed," Lin Ling said with a serious expression. 'Ye Tian is my man. Of course I would never do anything to endanger him.'
Lin Ling then left the dean's office and returned to the Basic Level departnt. As she entered her office, she saw Ye Tian already standing there. Zhang Xinlan, however, was gone, likely back in her own dormitory for her Cultivation.
"Ye Tian, are you alright?" The mont she saw him, Lin Ling's emotions overwheld her, and the words tumbled out. "How could you be so reckless? You even hit an instructor! Don't you know how worried that makes us? I don't want to be separated from you!"
Ye Tian smiled faintly. "Silly girl, how could I ever leave you? I've already decided you're my woman, and that ans you'll be my woman for life, regardless of status or anything else. Don't overthink it."
"I'm scared! I'm scared that one day you'll look down on for my humble status... that you won't want anymore! I'm so scared!" Lin Ling's voice choked with a sob.
Ye Tian knew his relationship with Lin Ling had always been one of mutual respect, almost formal. He didn't want to cross that line just yet, but seeing the tears welling in her eyes and her pitiable expression, his heart ached.
He quickly closed the distance and pulled Lin Ling into his arms, gently stroking her back. "That won't happen. It won't," he said softly. "I, Ye Tian, have chosen you. Just you. Stop letting your mind run wild. We should trust each other, shouldn't we?"
This was the first ti Lin Ling had ever been in such close contact with Ye Tian—truly in contact. The ti she was injured didn't count, of course, since she had been unconscious. Her clothes had been gone then, too, but this... this felt completely different.
All Lin Ling could feel now was warmth. 'His chest feels so safe,' she thought, 'so secure.' 'How wonderful would it be to just stay nestled in his arms forever?'
The faint scent of her hair wafted into his nostrils, a pleasant fragrance. Moreover, the sheer size of the two mounds pressed against his chest gave him an indescribable sensation.
Ye Tian knew that if this continued, the Pure Yang Qi in his body, which had lain dormant for so long, might begin to stir. That would be troubleso. So, he gently pushed Lin Ling away.
Lin Ling didn't think much of Ye Tian pushing her away. Nothing had ever happened between them, and this certainly wasn't the ti or place for it. Still, she felt a slight pang of reluctance. Her heart was beating a little fast, and a blush crept onto her beautiful face.
"Ye Tian, have you really decided to go to the Imperial City in two months?" Lin Ling asked, her tone serious. "You have to understand, the Imperial City isn't like Lin Yuan City. I've heard the students there can co and go from their academy as they please. The Imperial City is teeming with powerful experts, and you have that feud with the Ouyang Family. I'm worried they'll co looking for trouble."
"Lin Ling, I've already thought about all of that. 'I won't attack unless I am attacked.' You should know by now that I, Ye Tian, am not one to fear trouble. Of course, that doesn't an I'll be reckless. There are tis when one must endure what can be endured.
Don't you worry about my safety. When I'm strong enough to protect you, I'll take you and Yaoyao away from this academy. Trust , that day isn't far off," Ye Tian said, gently taking her hand.
"I believe you, but you must be careful with everything! When you run into trouble, you have to think about us. If anything were to happen to you, how would we go on living?" Lin Ling said earnestly.
"I will be. I know my limits," Ye Tian replied. "Did you co looking for just for this?"
"Mhm. It's just... it's been a long ti since we were alone together. I've missed you so much. I just wanted to be with you, to be quiet together, to talk," Lin Ling said in a soft voice, then leaned against him irresistibly.
They stayed nestled together for a long ti before finally separating. "Lin Ling, I should head back. I imagine quite a few students have returned by now. The academy will probably hold the awards ceremony for the field trip tomorrow. Of course, they'll also be announcing my punishnt for what happened. You can co see if you miss ."
"I will. I need to prepare, too. I'll co see you," Lin Ling said.
Just as Ye Tian stepped out of the office, he ran right into Xiao Yaoyao. "Ye Tian, what are you doing here? I heard Dean Guan took you away. Are you okay?"
"I'm fine. I'll receive my punishnt from the academy tomorrow. I was just talking with Lin Ling. I have to get back, so let's talk tomorrow if you need anything," Ye Tian said.
"Can't we talk tonight? I have so much I want to say to you! It's not convenient right now. Let's go to... that place... tonight. No one will bother us there," Xiao Yaoyao said, her face turning completely red.
Ye Tian knew exactly what "place" she ant, and a part of him wanted to go. 'If it had been Xiao Yaoyao in there just now instead of Lin Ling,' he thought, 'we probably would have gotten a bit more intimate. Nothing too serious, but it definitely wouldn't have just been a hug.'
"Alright. You go on and get your things done. I'll head back and change, then find you later. You must be tired after the last few days. Get so rest," Ye Tian said.
Ye Tian didn't linger. He went straight back to his dorm. He knew Zhou Xiang and the others would be worried sick, and he needed to set their minds at ease...
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