The Ancient Gods' Whisper-Chapter 823 - 392: Moon Princess’s Secret, Skylark’s Deal

Chapter 823: Chapter 392: Moon Princess’s Secret, Skylark’s Deal

Gu Jianlin realized that his heartbeat was accelerating in his chest, and the flow of blood seemed to quicken. He knew he was probably getting emotional. The girl’s enticing cherry lips were so close, making one want to taste them.

In fact, ever since he learned how to profile, he had carefully observed many around him, regardless of gender, age, beauty, or ugliness. Everyone was treated equally in his eyes. Some said he was like an enlightened monk, and this description wasn’t far off. After all, outward appearances are but a facade; in a hundred years, aren’t we all just dust and bones?

Only occasionally, when encountering those exceptionally beautiful, did they leave a deep impression on him.

Of course, it was purely appreciation.

He wouldn’t let himself be moved; feelings would only make him weak.

Until a word from Senior Ji made him start seriously pondering over his emotional issues.

A girl’s time is exceedingly precious.

If she likes you, how long do you intend to make her wait? Until she’s forty?

In comparison, that would truly be cruel.

If all you think about is revenge, even if you succeed in the end, what’s the point?

If everyone around you is gone, is that the outcome you desire?

He wasn’t sure.

He felt a bit shaken.

"Do you want to help me take a look at my eyes?"

The Moon Princess tilted her head, pointing at her bright and beautiful eyes. "I feel like there’s something in them."

Just as Gu Jianlin leaned in, she lifted her head and gently kissed his lips.

The girl’s cherry lips were as soft as cherry blossom petals, even carrying a hint of sweetness.

Before he could savor this sweetness, a rush of spirituality flooded into his mind.

He heard a thunderous Dragon Roar.

Rarely in the world is there such a majestic and angry Dragon Roar, as if time and space themselves were shaken, wildly regressing.

No, it wasn’t time and space that were regressing.

It was karma.

All karma.

Through the regressing karma, an overwhelming flood of memories engulfed him, all of which were the bits and pieces of their time together: walking the surging seaside beach, sitting across each other enjoying a meal in the school canteen, sitting side by side on a rooftop shrouded in the glow of sunset, watching the enormous city enveloped in twilight.

Ever since his parents divorced, there had always been this girl accompanying him.

Sometimes close, sometimes distant, yet never showing herself.

Often, she’d watch him from afar for a long time, then turn around and vanish into the crowd.

As time regressed further, she wandered the Dark World alone, evading the pursuit of her family.

Often covered in bruises, yet she kept moving forward without a word.

Fortunately, there was a man who always stayed by her side, teaching her how to survive and fight.

The Moon Princess widened her beautiful eyes, seemingly aware that her karma had been seen by him, instinctively wanting to escape.

Like a startled rabbit.

However, her waist was held firmly by a pair of hands.

It wasn’t the first time they had kissed.

The last time they kissed, Gu Jianlin was like a silent statue.

No matter how beautiful you are, I’ll remain steadfast and unmoved.

This time it was different, as Gu Jianlin actually embraced her.

An unprecedented surprise and warmth enveloped her, with the kind of astonishment as if witnessing a statue of Buddha blossoming.

It was unclear how long had passed before they finally parted.

The Moon Princess expressionlessly adjusted the towel wrapped around her as if nothing had happened.

If you overlooked the blush on her cheeks.

Gu Jianlin also seemed like he had just awakened from a dream, feeling like he had just been captivated.

He suddenly realized something and asked softly, "By the way, you always refused to appear by my side with your true identity; was it because of the Jiang Family’s threat? You didn’t want to repeat your father’s tragedy?"

At first, the Moon Princess didn’t even appear by his side, always being like a shadow, intermittently visible.

Gu Jianlin only knew that such a person existed but didn’t know who she was.

It wasn’t until the incident at West Port that she was forced to reveal herself.

Even when by his side, she still didn’t want to expose her true identity.

The Moon Princess absentmindedly fidgeted with the edge of the towel, tacitly admitting.

After a long time, she calmly replied, "Regardless of whether it’s me or my sister, we are both of Jiang Family’s bloodline. They are bound to come after us eventually. Even if my sister has the Zong Family’s protection, and I have the Liu family’s protection, it won’t matter. The Jiang Family is an ancient clan from the Ancient Times with an unshakable dark throne."

"Putting aside the matter of the curse, I don’t even know how long I can stay with you. I promised my teacher to protect you, but I truly lack the ability to fight against the family; my time is limited."

She turned around, resting her forehead on his shoulder, whispering, "Who knew I’d eventually get involved myself? At that time, my feelings were complicated, but ultimately I decided not to reveal my identity to you."

"Why?"

"I was afraid that if I disappeared one day, you would come looking for me."

The siblings didn’t like talking about their feelings often, making it awkward to discuss such matters.

Gu Jianlin felt relieved in his heart, thankfully discovering it early.

The Moon Princess hadn’t anticipated the situation to unfold like this either.

This guy’s growth speed was not only alarmingly fast, but he also turned into the Si Family’s little master, diving into the You Ying Group’s organization to even strike a deal with the true owner of the Dark World.

Now, there’s no turning back.

He suddenly reached out, ruffled her slightly damp forehead, and smiled silently: "You’re only worried that you might not be able to stay with me, yet you were never afraid of the Vermilion Bird Clan’s curse?"

The Moon Princess didn’t resist, acting like a docile cat: "Of course, I’m afraid."

Gu Jianlin was taken aback.

Moon Princess raised her head, her beautiful eyes illuminated by the afternoon sun: "That’s a true Ancient Supreme, who wouldn’t be afraid? I think you’re scared too, so I want to face it with you."

Because she had seen his despairing and helpless appearance on the overpass, she decided to stay by his side. She wasn’t unaware of the horror of the Vermilion Bird Clan; their cataclysmic aftermath was still so intense after the battle that it suffocated her. But what could she do? He was the boy she had raised.

If she doesn’t stay by his side, then who else would?

She was just worried that she might be bound by her family, unable to continue staying with him. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

Gu Jianlin rarely felt her true intentions, as if something in his heart had been stirred.

"Are you sure you don’t like your family?"

He asked seriously.

Moon Princess didn’t even hesitate, she nodded.

Gu Jianlin nodded slightly: "I might do something next such that after it’s over, you won’t be constrained by your family anymore. The position of the Si Family, and the recognition you’ve received, are mostly just temporary illusions. To truly solve this problem, we must start at the root."

That person is Jiang Chunyang.

Moon Princess gazed into his eyes, softly asking: "Are you doing it for me, or for me?"

It seemed the same either way.

But Gu Jianlin understood her meaning.

The former only solved the predicament she faced.

Various identities could justify such an action.

Like an elder brother, a friend, a comrade.

The latter was to win her favor.

Only one identity could justify such an action.

That is a lover.

"No matter the reason, I’m happy today."

The Moon Princess wrapped in a towel got up from the sofa, her red lips slightly curved: "I’m going to dry my hair."

Gu Jianlin watched her departing figure, always feeling like something was on her mind.

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With a soft snap, the room’s door gently closed.

Moon Princess leaned against the door and silently slid down, covering her flushed face, feeling a bit dizzy.

It was delightful news; Shi Tou seemed to have finally seen the light. The boy she raised had finally learned to kiss, and even held her waist, this progress was truly Divine Speed, the future looks promising.

What comes next, she dared not think about.

Even though it’s just an avatar, the senses are shared.

Warm sunlight fell on her face, her long, curled lashes trembled slightly, casting a shadow on her cheek.

Tears seemed to trickle down, dripping onto the floor.

She picked up a makeup mirror from the table and carefully pulled down the towel, revealing her rounded, fragrant shoulder.

On her delicate collarbone, an unknown red mark appeared.

It was the mark of the Vermilion Bird Clan.

Ever since returning from Penglai Fairy Island, she had repeatedly dreamt.

Endless storms, burning overpasses, a bloodstained boy in the ruins.

And a sun-blocking, day-blocking God.

This is the curse of the Vermilion Bird Clan, which had manifested in her life since she was seventeen, the symptoms identical to her mother’s. Even the teacher had similar dreams before his death.

She didn’t know why it came so quickly, it was obvious there was some untold secret behind the curse.

It’s her biggest secret right now, hasn’t told anyone.

Not a word.

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Gu Jianlin carried a blade into the courtyard’s Sword Dojo, sunlight streaming through the skylight onto the floor as bright as a mirror, at the boundary between light and dark, someone was zoning out, her gaze like the sea tide, sweeping across the entire world.

Outside the Sword Dojo’s door, cherry blossoms fluttered, the Skylark gazed at the falling blossoms, silent.

No one knew when she awoke.

"I just read through your memories from this period, I know everything."

Her ink-black hair fluttered in the wind, she said softly: "I’m not talking about the thing between you and your sister."

Gu Jianlin remained silent, indeed wicked women are wicked, they have to be sarcastic at times like this.

Of course, she was referring to those things he found out.

About her matters.

Although having memories read was awkward, he was accustomed to it.

Saves him from repeating them.

"Would you like to make a deal?"

Gu Jianlin said expressionless: "Help me kill Jiang Chunyang."

Skylark silently turned around to face him, her stunning face untouched by makeup, yet exuded a breathtaking cold beauty and nobility, her blood-red eyes reflecting the falling cherry blossoms, seductive yet tinged with blood.

"Hmm?"

Her eyes brightened, as if hiding a sharp edge.

"I help you recover your power, kill the Canglong Ancestor."

Gu Jianlin raised the Ancient Blade, silently offering it to her.

Skylark glanced at him without change in expression, drawing an Ancient Blade from the rack, lightly tapping it against his.