The closer he got, the more he longed for Gu Yuena .
Relying on his memory for directions, he charged into the basin and sprinted toward the little yard he rented earlier . He had almost reached it when an emerald light suddenly flashed and a spot of light flew toward him .
Tang Wulin smiled faintly . He swiped his hand and caught the Emerald Demon Bird that had flown toward him .
The Emerald Demon Bird squawked twice with dissatisfaction, but it was ignored by Tang Wulin .
He had left Gu Yuena alone here . The Emerald Demon Bird was the reason why he was not worried that she would be in trouble . The combat strength of the Emerald Demon Bird was definitely more powerful than a Soul Emperor . If he had not donned his battle armor, he might not have been able to fend it off . With its protection of Gu Yuena, he naturally had nothing to fear .
At the door to the small courtyard, Gu Yuena stood there waiting in her gown . She was getting a little impatient until she saw Tang Wulin . She immediately ran out of the door . Like a swallow returning to a familiar embrace, she threw herself into Tang Wulin's arms .
"Father, I miss you so!" Gu Yuena hugged Tang Wulin tightly .
Tang Wulin hugged her delicate frame as well . He smelled the sweet fragrance that came from her . He immediately felt the exhaustion in his body vanish in an instant .
Tang Wulin hugged her tightly . How could he not miss her? When he realized that she had not regained her memory, he heaved a sigh of relief . However, he quickly resented himself for having such feelings .
He hoped that she would stay by his side . However, if she did not have her past memory, she would not be her true self . Chances are, once she regained her memory, she would most likely leave him .
Back then, when Tang Wulin still had the support of Shrek Academy, Gu Yuena left him without even looking back . Without any such backing now, his situation was as precarious as a stack of eggs . He reckoned that she was worried that she would be a burden to him .
He caressed her long, smooth hair and enjoyed her fragrance . Tang Wulin gradually cast away all thoughts in his mind . In any case, she was in his embrace now . That was enough .
He planted a light kiss on her long hair . Tang Wulin loosened his arms around her and supported her shoulders .
Gu Yuena lifted her head to look at him . She looked healthy, her beautiful face was rosy, and her eyes were filled with longing .
He could not stop himself from kissing her forehead again . Tang Wulin said with a gentle tone, "How're you these days? Have you been living well?"
Gu Yuena pouted her red lips . "You didn't even come back once . How can I be well?"
Tang Wulin laughed hysterically and said, "Don't get mad, okay? I'll be back more often after this . If you're lonely, you can take a walk around the basin, the security around here should be fine . However, it's best if you wear something with a hood when you go out and put on a mask as well . You're so beautiful that it's easy to stir up trouble just by having people looking at you . "
"Alright, alright . I will," said Gu Yuena with a sweet smile .
"Father, I want to eat barbequed meat . " Her gaze was earnest .
"Okay . " Tang Wulin acceded to her request without hesitation .
They went to the barbeque shop, which they had visited before, and ordered some barbequed meat .
The owner still had fresh memories of Tang Wulin's appetite . When he saw Gu Yuena removing her mask to reveal her peerlessly beautiful face, he could not help but said with a smile, "It's been a long time since you were here . Why aren't you eating as much this time?"
Tang Wulin said with a smile, "My appetite has shrunk . " He was telling the truth . After he had his Dragon Core, his appetite had reduced noticeably .
The owner left them . Tang Wulin looked at Gu Yuena with curiosity . "You never came back after our last meal here?"
Gu Yuena nodded . "Of course not! When you weren't around, I didn't come . "
"So, what've you been eating all this while?" asked Tang Wulin .
Gu Yuena said, "Anything simple I can get my hands on . I'll cook some simple meals at home . If I have the time, I'll go for a walk and sightsee . Sometimes, I'll play with Little Emerald . "
The Emerald Demon Bird landed on her shoulder . Upon hearing what Gu Yuena said, it nodded .
The barbequed meat was juicy and tender with a crispy finish . The customers who tried the dish were full of praises for it . Although Tang Wulin did not need to eat as much anymore, he still could not help but ordered extra to satiate his taste and belly .
"Do you have anywhere else that you'd like to go? I'll keep you company," Tang Wulin asked Gu Yuena .
Gu Yuena shook her head and proceeded to take his hand . "Father, let's go home . "
Go home .
When Tang Wulin heard the words, for some unknown reason, his strong character buckled and his eyes moistened instantly .
Yes, go home!
He had not heard those words for a long time now . It has been almost ten years since his parents went missing without any news of their whereabouts . No information about them ever reached his ears . He was completely clueless where they were .
Apart from his parents, Na'er was the only kin he had left . However, the Gu Yue before him right now seemed to have merged with Na'er, since she looked every bit like Na'er . There were countless riddles in his heart that needed solving, but he had no way of knowing the answers if Gu Yuena did not regain her memory . He was genuinely afraid that it would be something bad . He suspected that the reason Gu Yue left was somehow related to Na'er .
Go home . Two extremely simple words which melted his heart instantly .
How he wished he had a home! It did not have to be big or luxurious . All he wanted was for his family members to be together just like old times . To have his father, mother, little sister, and now her by his side .
He held Gu Yuena's hand tightly . He seemed worried that she might disappear at any moment . They walked toward their house in the Fire Basin .
The interior of the house was spotlessly clean . Gu Yuena pulled Tang Wulin to a chair and sat him down . Then, she sat on his lap . She wrapped her arms around his neck with a sweet, beautiful smile as she rested her body within his embrace .
Her silvery hair was gently caressing Tang Wulin's cheeks . She was filled with a longing for him .
She did not say anything . Slowly, her breathing became rhythmic .
Tang Wulin's heart was filled with a gentle feeling . He carefully lifted her slender frame and placed her onto the bed . He tucked her in and lay down next to her . He caressed her face gently and closed his eyes as he, too, fell asleep gradually .
There was no inkling how much time had passed . Two drops of shiny tears fell silently along her cheeks . She opened her eyes slowly .
There was no longer the childlike clarity in her eyes . Her gaze was currently as profound and deep as a cold sea . As she looked at him, she pressed her lips together . She softly raised her hand and placed her palm on his face .
She pulled on the blanket to cover him . Then, she wriggled herself into his embrace and placed his hand on her face . She planted her whole body into his warm embrace . After wiping off the tears on her face, she closed her eyes once more and fell into a deep sleep .
Tang Wulin woke up early the next day . He bought breakfast for Gu Yuena . It was the beginning to a wonderful day together .
The Fire Basin was a vast place . There were many places that were worth visiting . During the whole day, he took her to a few tourist spots and had some delicious food along the way .
During the excursion, he did not wield his Golden Dragon Spear . He just wanted to take the opportunity to fully enjoy her company .
Time flew when one was having fun . Tang Wulin held Gu Yuena's hand as they stood in the courtyard and looked up at the starry night sky .
"Gu Yue, I have to go," said Tang Wulin gently .
"Don't go . " Gu Yuena immediately hugged his waist .
Tang Wulin laughed bitterly . "I don't want to go either, but I have to . I'll be back to visit you soon, alright? I'll leave after you're asleep . "
Gu Yuena did not say anything, but her eyes were red .
How could Tang Wulin's heart not be filled with reluctance? Today could be regarded as the most relaxing and happiest day he had experienced ever since he knew Gu Yue . They had toured the scenic spots like a true couple . If they could spend every day like this, Tang Wulin would not even trade it for the chance to be a god!
"Let's go back into the house . I'll leave after you're asleep . " Tang Wulin hugged Gu Yuena softly .
"No, I want to watch you leave . " Gu Yuena's expression suddenly turned stubborn .
Tang Wulin was stunned . He looked down at her flickering tear-filled eyes . How could he part with such a look on her face?
"I'll stay with you for a while longer . "
They sat in the courtyard and looked up at the stars in the night sky as they leaned on each other . Time passed by quickly . Finally, Gu Yuena fell asleep on Tang Wulin's shoulders .
He gently carried her back into her room . Tang Wulin raised an arm and tapped on the Emerald Demon Bird's head . "Take good care of her, will you?"
The Emerald Demon Bird's red eyes blinked .
He lowered his head and hesitated slightly . In the end, Tang Wulin planted a light peck on her lips . He covered her snugly with a blanket .
When he was at the door, he could not help but turn around again . He returned to her side to kiss her one more time .
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