Chapter 24: A Kiss That Tamed the Flame
— "Ah…
The sharp pain instantly brought Ma Xiaotao back to her senses. Blood seeped from the corner of her mouth as she clutched her chest and staggered back several steps, staring at Ji Lin in shock and disbelief.
She couldn't understand why he would act this way.
However, it was precisely because of Ji Lin's palm strike that the Evil Flame, which had been uncontrollably ferocious just moments ago, suddenly seemed to extinguish, calming down noticeably.
At once, a gentle, warm energy flowed from his palm, quickly entering her body and spreading through every part of it.
Ma Xiaotao felt a wave of warmth surge through her. The exhaustion she had felt only moments before vanished, replaced by an unprecedented sense of comfort. Even her mood lifted, becoming unexpectedly pleasant.
— What is this? Such a strange feeling…
Finally, Ji Lin exhaled, releasing the tension that had gripped him. Just moments ago, he had been truly terrified. Fortunately, he had prepared beforehand. By unleashing the power of Absolute Ice at the right moment, he managed to suppress the Evil Flame within Ma Xiaotao.
Had the Evil Flame truly broken free from the Absolute Ice, even if he could barely restrain it, it likely would have caused serious damage to Ma Xiaotao's body.
This was the last thing he wanted to happen. The most urgent task now was to heal Ma Xiaotao.
As the Absolute Ice melted away the Evil Flame, Ji Lin guided a portion of it into Ma Xiaotao's body.
With the protection of the Absolute Ice, the raging Evil Flame inside her instantly calmed down, no longer surging as before.
Ma Xiaotao stood there, stunned, staring at the handsome face before her. Suddenly, she felt her heart pounding violently.
Thump, thump, thump…
Each beat of her heart was stronger and sharper than ever before.
This feeling was entirely new to her. From the very first day she met Ji Lin, she had known there was something different about him.
And as her understanding of him deepened, so did the feeling that Ji Lin was someone she could entrust her entire life to.
Now, at last, she had found the chance to be by his side.
A faint blush spread across Ma Xiaotao's delicate face, and she suddenly leaned toward Ji Lin.
But Ji Lin was still immersed in the power of the Absolute Ice, completely unaware of her approach.
She stopped when only five centimeters remained between them, lowering her head shyly.
Her heartbeat grew faster and stronger. In that moment, she didn't even dare to look directly at the boy before her.
Suddenly, Ji Lin lifted his head and looked at her in confusion. "Sister, what's wrong with you?"
Ma Xiaotao's slender body trembled slightly as she instinctively stepped back, whispering softly, "Ji Lin… do you think your sister looks beautiful today?"
Suddenly, an idea flashed through Ma Xiaotao's mind. Her face turned crimson as she lifted her head.
Ji Lin smiled and nodded.
"Of course, you're beautiful! You're one of the most beautiful girls I've ever seen, Sister, I—"
Before he could finish, Ma Xiaotao quickly covered his mouth, stopping him from saying more.
But just hearing his words made her feel even more embarrassed, to the point she wished she could hide in a hole and disappear.
"Then… would you be willing to be my boyfriend? I… I really like you…"
Summoning all her courage, she finally voiced the feelings she had kept hidden all this time.
"Huh?"
Ji Lin stared at her in shock. Boyfriend? The pace was a little fast, but—he liked it!
He hadn't expected Ma Xiaotao to be this bold. Clearly, he had captured her heart, otherwise she would never have made such a request.
"Yes. Of course I'm willing."
The words slipped out without hesitation.
Ma Xiaotao's face immediately flushed even redder.
"Really? You really don't mind that your sister becomes your girlfriend?"
"Mm, mm, mm…" Ji Lin nodded repeatedly.
"Then… close your eyes first."
Ma Xiaotao lowered her head, her voice blending into a nervous whisper.
"Oh."
Ji Lin obediently closed his eyes, a faint sense of anticipation fluttering in his chest. He couldn't help but wonder what Ma Xiaotao would do next.
Ma Xiaotao gently placed her hand on his chest and gave him a slight push.
Ji Lin tumbled backward onto the bed. He opened his eyes, staring at Ma Xiaotao with a mixture of surprise and curiosity.
Ma Xiaotao's delicate face flushed a deep crimson.
"Ji Lin… I'll reward you properly. You just need to cooperate with me, alright?"
Ji Lin's eyes gleamed with excitement, his voice soft yet eager.
"Alright, Sister."
He gazed at her with burning eyes, as if desperate to see what was about to happen.
Ma Xiaotao's heart pounded wildly, her beautiful face glowing with even more blush. She bit her lips gently, took a few graceful steps forward, and stopped right in front of him.
Hovering about half a meter away, she let out a faint sigh before slowly leaning toward him, her body inching closer and closer.
Ji Lin froze in place, unable to believe that Ma Xiaotao was really willing to come this close to him.
She was breathtakingly beautiful. Her eyes locked with his as she lowered her head little by little, drawing nearer with each passing moment.
Her heartbeat quickened, her cheeks burning hotter and hotter.
Without another word, Ma Xiaotao leaned in and kissed him.
Ji Lin's eyes widened in shock, his mind trembling as if electrified. He had never felt such happiness before.
(First-person perspective)
Moreover, I felt happiness growing stronger within me as the night passed, as if every moment added a fresh surge of warmth to my heart.
The night went by quietly, until the next morning arrived, when the sun climbed high into the sky, shining brightly and filling the room with radiant light.
I slowly awoke, sensing a complete relaxation, especially since my spiritual energy seemed slightly enhanced—I attributed this to the effect of the Mysterious Heaven skill I possessed.
At that moment, I noticed that Ma Xiaotao had not woken up yet.
Her sleeping posture was incredibly elegant, as if sculpted from the most beautiful scenes in nature.
Her delicate face was faintly flushed, her long eyelashes covering her eyes, and her breathing was steady and deep.
Her soft red hair fell over the pillow, covering half her face, making her appear unbelievably alluring.
I stared at her intently, my eyes fixed on her, and my heart began to beat faster than usual.
"Hmm! Sister, it's time to wake up, or the sun will roast your backside."
Suddenly, she coughed from the side, as if she had been startled awake from a sudden dream.
Her beautiful eyes opened quickly, and she spoke in an annoyed tone:"What are you doing? You scared me half to death!"
Her voice was soft and sweet, capturing my heart, and her reproachful expression made her even more irresistibly charming.