Guided by his heart, Xu Ran and Qian Renxue quickly ascended into midair, their speed of flight faster than Xu Ran had anticipated.
Feeling the whooshing wind around them and looking at the clouds beneath their feet, Xu Ran couldn't help but hold Qian Renxue even tighter. His palms involuntary caressed in the direction of Qian Renxue's waist and hips.
After all, it was a body evolved through a soul skill, and with just a bit of observation, Xu Ran could clearly notice the peculiarities of her body. That perky sensation was still noticeably perceptible.
At this moment, Qian Renxue was so shocked she couldn't speak, her mind went blank, and she had no reaction to Xu Ran taking liberties with her body.
She stared blankly at this scene—were they, flying?
And they were flying at such high altitudes.
Such a sight simply dumbfounded her.
Such a swift flying speed, perhaps only those bird-type Martial Soul Soul Masters who had broken through to Titled Douluo could achieve it, right? What level of freakish existence was Xu Ran?
Sword Flight!
Was this another self-created soul skill by Xu Ran?
Too terrifying, too freakish!
"How did you do this?" Qian Renxue's beautiful eyes shone with amazement, unable to refrain from speaking out. By then Xu Ran had already slowed down the speed, and they could see the beautiful scenery of the suburbs below when they looked down. However, everything seemed so minuscule from this high altitude.
"Feel with your heart, the sword in your hand is also alive. Your Martial Soul is the same. Everything has a spirit," Xu Ran said, leaning close to Qian Renxue's neck.
"I see," Qian Renxue nodded, a glimmer of understanding in her heart.
However, shortly after, her face blushed.
It was because Xu Ran's body was pressing even closer to hers, the posture seemingly growing more intimate.
She opened her mouth slightly, somewhat gritting her teeth.
Xu Ran really knew when to seize the opportunity, always thinking of taking advantage of her.
"Brother Xu, could you please..." Qian Renxue tried to calm the embarrassment and indignation in her heart before speaking up.
"Oh," Xu Ran noticed Qian Renxue's thoughts and immediately let go of his embrace around her.
Qian Renxue was startled, feeling her body, that peculiar sensation vanished instantly, leaving her with a sense of loss.
She was stunned, not expecting Xu Ran to release her so directly.
But the next moment, she understood Xu Ran's intention.
The moment he let go of Qian Renxue, Xu Ran instantly increased the speed of the flying sword, weaving through the clouds, gusts of wind howling past, Qian Renxue's pretty face turning pale, her body trembling slightly, her heart even more restless and uneasy.
From such a high altitude, if they were to fall, they would definitely be smashed to a pulp.
Even though she knew Xu Ran wouldn't let her fall, just the sight of the ground below zipping by caused her heart to flutter with panic. A baseless fear rose up, compelling her to lean towards Xu Ran, who behind her felt somewhat safer.
Even though Qian Renxue's pride told her she shouldn't throw herself into Xu Ran's arms like an ordinary girl, her body's subconsciousness couldn't help but slowly lean towards Xu Ran until she felt the broadness of his chest, and then the unease in her heart gradually dissipated.
Such a feeling made Qian Renxue curse herself.
When had she become like this?
The Xu Ran she used to know, how could she possibly be as timid as a little girl?
Ever since she'd met Xu Ran, her body had been uncontrollably showing weakness, trying to draw Xu Ran's attention. This subconscious urge was something even her conscious mind couldn't suppress.
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Even Qian Renxue herself did not mean what she said.
"Crown Prince, what are you doing?" Xu Ran chuckled inwardly, but his expression was extremely serious. Was Qian Renxue moving closer to him on purpose, so he could hold her?
"Don't act coy after taking advantage of me." Qian Renxue pursed her lips, took a deep breath, and then spoke.
Xu Ran was really too hateful, deliberately manipulating the flying sword to make her stand unsteadily, yet pretending to be unaware of anything. He was truly the most shameless.
...
And so, Xu Ran held Qian Renxue in his arms as they flew through the sky, and on the way, Xu Ran didn't take much advantage of her anymore. Otherwise, if Qian Renxue realized that he had discovered her identity, it would not be fun anymore.
After all, having such an usually calm and dignified Crown Prince, who was now docile and charming in his arms while disguised as a man, was a rarity.
If her identity were really exposed, then he would have to completely win her heart before he could hold Qian Renxue again.
"Xu Ran, how strong are you now?" After a while, as Qian Renxue's heart calmed down, she couldn't help but ask. This question had troubled her for a long time.
She had previously thought that Xu Ran had a combat power comparable to that of a Soul Sage, or even a Soul Douluo. But now it seemed that Xu Ran's strength was far beyond that, with the control he had over Sword Flight, he might well be on par with any Titled Douluo.
"Invincible." Xu Ran thought for a moment, then slowly uttered two words.
"Liar." Qian Renxue rolled her eyes at Xu Ran, unamused. Even if Xu Ran was extremely talented, it was impossible for him to be invincible at such a young age. She knew that Xu Ran was even younger than herself.
She did not believe her own strength could be so inferior to Xu Ran's.
"Believe it or not, I really am invincible." Xu Ran shrugged. His strength was now very different from the past. With the addition of the fifth soul ring, his "Cultivation Level" had skyrocketed, now at level 57, he could easily reach the "Cultivation Level" of a Soul Emperor.
Even without relying on his Ancestral Dragon Form, just with the "Godslayer Sword," aside from a few Titled Douluo who possessed Domains like the Killing God Field or the Angelic Domain, which might be somewhat troublesome due to their connection with gods, he could contend with the rest.
"Forget it, I don't want to talk about it with you."
"Be careful these days. You have strong talent, and the people from Martial Soul Hall might act against you." Qian Renxue gritted her teeth and warned Xu Ran. Although his talent was strong, and if left unchecked he would become a serious problem for Martial Soul Hall, she believed she could influence Xu Ran and make him serve their Martial Soul Hall.
If it really comes to it, she wouldn't mind revealing her own identity. She didn't believe that Xu Ran wouldn't be moved by her.
Just appearing as a man, Xu Ran was already unable to resist her, let alone if she showed her true appearance. He would definitely be moved then. At that time, they could even...
"Oh. I got it." Xu Ran nodded, feeling a slight warmth in his heart.
Was his Xue'er reluctant to see him die, warning him in advance?
But in today's world, there were not many who could harm him.
Even when facing most of the guest elders of Martial Soul Hall, he could defeat them.
"Brother Xu, I would like to walk around by myself; you don't need to see me off." Having returned to Tiandou City, and it was already evening. After parting with Xu Ran, Qian Renxue walked alone on the bustling streets, her mind filled with images of Xu Ran.
Her heart had never been so chaotic.
More than once, as she saw Xu Ran holding another girl, she thought about revealing her true self.
Although she restrained that impulse, an even more terrifying emotion was spreading in her heart, making her involuntarily think of Xu Ran.
"If Xu Ran could join Martial Soul Hall, how great would that be? Then, perhaps we could become very good friends, or maybe even more." Qian Renxue murmured.
Although Xu Ran was shameless, his talents were unmatched in all the land. Apart from Xu Ran, she couldn't imagine anyone else as her other half. Other men were simply no match compared to Xu Ran.
So, even if she couldn't be with Xu Ran in the future, she would definitely not marry another.
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