"I understand that you are suspicious because I abruptly said that I love you. That it must have seemed sudden, out of nowhere."
"So, I had no other choice but to prove my love to you.. in this way."
He opened his mouth to speak, but she silenced him with a finger pressed gently to his lips. "Let me finish," she said, her voice firm but gentle.
"You may not believe me now. But my feelings for you are real, Zhao Tian. They have been growing steadily, ever since the first moment I saw you."
Her hands tightened slightly on his chest, "When I told you I loved you, I meant it. But I knew my words wouldnât be enough to convince you. I felt like youâre not the kind of man who believes in things so easily, especially something as fragile as love."
Zhao Tianâs gaze trembled as he looked into her crimson eyes which are softening with love.
"So I had to show you. I had to do something that would leave no doubt in your mind."
Zhao Tianâs gaze dropped to the red tattoo and as his fingers grazed the surface, he felt a small sensation on his body.
âThis is...â
"Is this what you meant by.. I felt in my uterus?"
With a chuckle, she replied "Well, kind of.. yeah. I know my womb wants to bear your child."
"I donât expect you to feel the same way right now," she added, her tone softening.
"I just needed you to how far Iâm willing to go for you."
Zhao Tian closed his eyes, exhaling a soft breath as he tried to process everything she had said.
"Velnorah," he said quietly, his hands moving to rest on waist. "This... itâs a lot to take in. But I can see how much this means to you. And I canât ignore that."
Her lips curved into a faint, hopeful smile. "Thatâs all I ask, that you donât ignore whatâs between us."
She leaned forward, hugging him tenderly and Zhao Tian gently reciprocated the hug.
His thoughts wandered âHow can I refuse her.. When she comes toward me with such sincerity, when sheâs willing to go to such lengths to prove her feelings.â
Yet, a lingering doubt gnawed at the edges of his mind âBut still.. in which High Star people has this weird stuff as tattoo on their bodies that appear at the age of 20.â
Pulling back from the hug, Zhao Tian looked into her eyes "Which High Star are you from.. I never heard stuff like getting a tattoo at the age of 20 for women."
Keeping her smile, she slightly pinched his cheek "The world is very vast that you think, Tian... you know Elves, beast race and Dragons right?"
"We are the same. Our race is just a little⊠different from humans. Nothing too extraordinary."
"I see..."
Zhao Tianâs gaze squinted, as it is true that he doesnât know everything in this world.
Whatever it is, the tattoo seems real, as he could still feel the blood boiling and the connection with her.
His fingers went up, gently cupping her breast as she leaned into his touch "Is this tattoo like a radar or something? Finding the right partner for you?"
Velnorah couldnât help but chuckle upon hearing this "No... I never heard such a thing from the other people in my High Star, but I donât know why.... when I first saw you, my heart beat increased and my blood boiled to hget you."
Hm? Zhao Tian had a contemplative look âMaybe... this has something to do with my physique?â
His mind drifted to memories of Ning Xue âWith Xueâer, her Pure Yin Physique had a connection with my Honored One Physique. It made us yearn for each other, an undeniable pull that couldnât be ignored. Could this be the same thing?â
{A/n: chap 159 if you are confused)
Leaning forward, he gently sucked on the pink bud making her close her eyes in pleasure "Do you have any special physique Velnorah?"
Velnorah shook her head "No.. I donât have any of those physiques. Why are you asking Tian?"
With a shake of his head, he replied, "Nothing, just curious."
Velnorah smiled gently as she reached up and ruffled Zhao Tianâs hair affectionately "Well, what I wanted for you to know is that I am serious about this.. I know you wonât instantly fall in love me."
"I want you to consider me... please spend some time with me so that I can show my love to you."
Hearing her heartfelt words, Zhao Tianâs heart wavered and he gave a faimt nod "Mhm... Norah."
*clank* At this time, Velnorah heard the elevator sound operating and she instantly realized someone was coming to the upper floor.
She hurriedly raised the undergarment to her hips and wore the inner robes quickly.
Within seconds, she completely wore teh robe and Zhao Tian also helpled her.
She leaned forward and pecked his lips "See you later, hubby. If you have time, come to my quarters later. I will be waiting for you."
Zhao Tianâs eyes softened as he gave a nod "Okay."
With a final glance at him, Velnorah stood up from his lap, adjusting the hem of her robe as she moved toward the door.
Just as she opened it and stepped out into the hallway, the elevator doors slid open with a soft chime.
Eh? Qi Xue and Qi Nue were startled to see the Elder Velnorah coming out of Yao Jingâs personal quarter and hurriedly rushed in.
There they saw Zhao Tian casually lying on the floor and hastily walked to him "Little Brother."
"Tian.."
Looking at them Zhao Tian smiled gently. "Sister Xue, Sister Nue.. its been a while."
The two women exchanged another glance, their expressions softening as they realized he was unharmed.
Still, Qi Nue couldnât suppress her curiosity. "What was Elder Velnorah doing here?"
Zhao Tianâs smile didnât waver as he sat up, brushing off his robe. "Well she was just asking me to join her wing, nothing else." he said casually, his tone giving nothing away.
Qi Nue and Qi Xue sat beside him on the floor "I am glad you are alright, Little Brother."
"Yeah, do you know how scared we were during your tribulation?"
Looking at them, Zhao Tianâs expression softened "Sorry for making you two worry."
"I heard from Master that Sect master acceepted you as disciple?"
"Tell us what happened..."
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