Feng Yi, please stop staring at me! Could you turn around first?
Gan Yu pulled up her bathrobe, covering herself. Though her cheeks were flushed red, steam seemed to be rising from her head.
If you need any help, just say the word!
Feng Yi turned around reluctantly. From his hurried glance, he estimated Gan Yu was at least a C cup.
Excellent!
N-no need to trouble you!
Gan Yu’s face was so red it looked like it could bleed. Her head felt like it was on fire, her thoughts a jumbled mess.
Feng Yi: Please, don't be shy. Let me help!
He only thought this to himself, however. Feng Yi had his pride and couldn't voice such words.
Gan Yu dressed quickly, and within seconds, she was back at her desk in her bathrobe, continuing to work through documents.
However, her mind kept drifting to other thoughts, significantly impacting her work efficiency.
It wasn't until the sunset painted the sky in hues of red that she finally managed to complete her tasks for the day.
Feng Yi, if you have time, would you accompany me to the mountaintop to watch the beautiful sunset?
Gan Yu changed back into her usual black stockings and proactively invited Feng Yi.
Of course! We can watch for as long as you like!
Feng Yi smiled gently. He had waited so long for this moment, to accompany Gan Yu on a hike (to Mt. Qingce)! If they happened to encounter any Adepti while wandering Mt. Qingce, wouldn't that be a fortunate coincidence?
Feng Yi led Gan Yu on their way, stopping by Wanmin Restaurant for two cups of milk tea. They walked side-by-side on the mountain path leading to Mt. Qingce, each with a cup.
Feng Yi had casually mentioned to Xiangling earlier about experimenting with new ingredients in milk tea. And here it was – this Slime Jelly Milk Tea! Although the ingredients were a bit unusual, it tasted surprisingly good, like a pudding milk tea.
Finishing his milk tea in two gulps, Feng Yi pulled out a golden notebook from his pocket. He opened it and wrote the characters 〖Gan Yu〗 on a page.
Gan Yu, this is a parting gift my teacher gave me before my travels. He said it has magical effects and instructed me to write down the name of a girl I like on it and give it to her if I ever met one on my journey.
Feng Yi tore off the golden page and solemnly handed it to Gan Yu.
I believe I have already met the girl who has captured my heart!
Gan Yu was still puzzled by the inexplicable boost she felt in her body. Feng Yi's sudden confession shocked her! Was this surge of power what Feng Yi meant by the magical effect? But that wasn't the main point. The main point was that Feng Yi had confessed his feelings!
Despite having lived for thousands of years, Gan Yu had never even held a man's hand. In this regard, she was no different from a young maiden who had never experienced romance. Being confessed to for the first time in her life, her heart was in a turmoil! She didn't know how to respond, how to answer in a way that was both demure and accepting.
A thousand possible replies flashed through Gan Yu's mind, but none managed to achieve both. Finally, looking into Feng Yi's earnest eyes, Gan Yu, with a smile as clear as flowing water in her eyes, accepted the highly significant golden page.
I'll treasure it carefully!
Gan Yu blinked her large, luminous eyes and gave a shy smile. That captivating smile outshone the brilliant sunset in the sky. This was Feng Yi's blessing to her, and Gan Yu planned to make a sachet to put the golden page in and keep it close to her.
Wait a moment! Do you remember me saying this golden page has magical effects? My teacher said that if you swallow the golden page, you gain ten seconds of invincibility, immune to all damage.
Feng Yi realized Gan Yu's intention and quickly stopped her. This golden page was a gift he specifically intended for Gan Yu's protection. If she just kept it as a keepsake, wouldn't that be like returning a pearl while keeping its case?
The golden notebook originally had three pages. The first was used in his spar with Tartaglia. The second was used to prevent the fight between Tartaglia and Yanfei. Furthermore, the second page already had his name written on it, making it usable only by Feng Yi himself. To others, it was just a decorative piece of golden paper. The third page was the gift Feng Yi was giving to Gan Yu, meant to ensure her safety. Tomorrow, he would generate a new page, which he planned to give to Hu Tao.
Invincible for ten seconds, immune to damage? This paper is that powerful? In that case, I can't accept it! You need it more than I do!
Gan Yu's heart trembled. She almost dropped the inconspicuous golden page. She had thought the physical boost from the golden page was already remarkable. Who would have imagined it could also grant invincibility and save one's life! Gan Yu quickly pushed it back into Feng Yi's hand. With her own strength, she could protect herself, and Feng Yi needed this life-saving ability more than she did. Although the golden page represented Teacher Feng Yi's approval and blessing, Gan Yu felt a pang of reluctance, but it paled in comparison to Feng Yi's life.
Silly girl! Your name is already written on the golden page, so only you can use it.
Feng Yi chuckled, amused by Gan Yu's flustered panic. It was too adorable. Feng Yi genuinely felt Gan Yu's concern for him. For that alone, giving her this golden page was the right choice! As for the origin of the golden page, Feng Yi had fabricated the story to appease her, never expecting it to be so effective! Gan Yu's eyes revealed a longing that couldn't be faked.
You're the silly one! Who gives away such a precious treasure?
This time, Gan Yu didn't refuse. She chided Feng Yi as he pushed the golden page back to her. Feng Yi was the silliest fool she had ever met, but she liked this fool! Gan Yu had made up her mind to keep this golden page close to her, preferably never having to use it.
Seeing that Gan Yu didn't reject his confession, Feng Yi's heart settled. Their relationship was now stable! Feng Yi extended his arm, wanting to embrace Gan Yu's waist, but after several attempts, he pulled back at the last moment. When you truly like someone, you become incredibly cautious, fearing they might detest you. That effortless banter, seemingly rich in affection, means they haven't truly fallen in love! This was a quote Feng Yi had heard in his past life that deeply resonated with him.
As Gan Yu, the person involved, she naturally noticed Feng Yi's tentative movements. She had never seen Feng Yi like this before; he was rather cute. Watching Feng Yi's repeated failed attempts, Gan Yu had even adjusted her posture to lean closer, but he still faltered.
Gan Yu: Just hug me already! I won't resist, don't you know how? If you don't act soon, I'll do it myself!
Gan Yu urged him anxiously in her heart. She was even more impatient than Feng Yi.
Yet, she still had to maintain her maidenly reserve. Glancing sideways and seeing Feng Yi's failure once again, while he was foolishly smiling and patting his head, Gan Yu finally lost her patience! She nonchalantly touched the back of his hand with her little finger.