Chapter 64-Connected By Heart

Slash!

The sound of an attack reverberated, followed by the splashing of blood onto Xiao's face. He had swiftly moved to protect Yurou, but how could he be faster than her? Now, she stood before him, a blade piercing through her body. Her warm blood sprayed onto his face as she used her body to shield him.

"Yurou!" Xiao screamed with reddened eyes. He leaped forward to aid her, while the Scylla that had attacked her calmly withdrew. Its form morphed from a dagger to a shapeless gas with a single eye.

Deep vileness and evil emanated from it, and intelligence sparked within. It snickered in delight, reveling in the pain it had inflicted upon Yurou and Xiao. It was confident that nothing Xiao did would harm it.

It relished the boy's despairing expression before planning to bring them back to their superiors, where their flames would be consumed to fuel their power.

Meanwhile, Xiao rushed forward and caught Yurou's body, which had a wound near her heart. As he gazed at her serenely, he could see that her heart remained unharmed. Relief filled his heart; as long as her heart was unscathed, there was hope.

However, his eyes turned cold as he noticed dark substances spreading through the area of her injury, impeding her flame from fully healing it.

Quickly realizing that the Scylla's objective was to capture them, Xiao's mind swiftly shifted to Yurou's pained eyes. He could sense her suffering, but her face bore a relieved smile as she looked at him. Xiao's heart trembled as he reached out and touched her face, speaking softly.

"Why? You should have let it happen..."

Hearing Xiao's question, Yurou's beautiful eyes transformed into crescents as she answered with unwavering confidence.

"How could I stand by and watch the person I love get hurt?... Cough... You're not the only one who can protect me; I can protect you too, you know... Cough... Besides, I'd rather endure the pain myself than see you suffer."

As she spoke, a radiant smile graced her face, captivating Xiao. For a moment, scenes from the past intertwined with the present before branching off into new memories, something deep within him rumbled a shackle of the mind trying to break through but it could only give a tremble before being forcefully shackled again.

Xiao's previously unyielding heart was deeply shaken by Yurou's constant assault. He fell into the embrace of love without realizing it. Finally, Xiao's calm facade broke, and a loving smile adorned his face.

Witnessing this, Yurou was left speechless. It was the first time she had seen such an expression on Xiao's face, and even in her state, she couldn't help but blush. After all, Xiao's appearance was not something to be scoffed at, and her feelings for him only enhanced his charm.

Meanwhile, deep within Xiao's soul, changes began to occur. The mark that Yurou had imprinted on Xiao's soul trembled. It was something that would awaken only when their feelings and cultivation reached a high level, and an important step was completed. Until then, it would slumber, waiting for the perfect time to reveal itself.

And now, one crucial step had been accomplished. Xiao's and Yurou's souls quivered, and their feelings became tangible threads that intertwined. Yurou's eyes widened as she felt her mark tremble, fully aware of its significance.

"...This feeling... it's incredible..."

Yurou experienced an indescribably refreshing stream of essences flowing through her body, imprinting sensations she had never felt before. It was a blissful pleasure, a warm embrace of comfort, and an intoxicating sensation. Her entire being, her soul itself, was immersed in unimaginable pleasure.

It wasn't just Yurou; Xiao also felt a surge of soul-pleasure coursing through his body. Within seconds, Xiao's essence flowed, merging with Yurou's. Her soul violently quivered, as if experiencing a tremendous earthquake. Her emotions and feelings roared within her, drawing her closer and closer to Xiao, rapidly evolving from what she had previously felt.

Their connection had already reached an extraordinary level. With their souls and shared emotions from the past, their bond transcended all. Xiao and Yurou felt their martial hearts imprinting on each other. From now until the end, their feelings would remain steadfast, whether close or millions of light-years apart, their hearts would always be connected.

Their connection was not merely a simple link. They were now joined on a profound level, enabling them to convey their feelings to each other. This was the ultimate connection a divine beast could forge with another. It was Yurou's promise to be with the one she loved with all her heart. This assimilation represented the highest form of spiritual bonding, forming an inexplicable soul link that permanently connected Xiao's and Yurou's entire beings.

Such a connection emanated intoxicating and addictive sensations. Even the coldest Martial Hearts, those that barely wavered in the face of dire circumstances, would struggle to remain calm under these sensations.

They were encompassed by countless Dao and laws, bearing witness to the merging of two hearts that had finally united. The hearts that had endured the trials of the past, present, and future. Both Yurou and Xiao were unaware that the connection of Martial Hearts was something that should not occur at all.

It was a bond reserved for those who had absolute trust and love for each other. Even couples who had been together for thousands of years wouldn't dare to attempt it. But for Xiao and Yurou, it felt like a natural progression. Meanwhile, the solitary Scylla, having just experienced a breakup, finally realized its mistake as it observed what was transpiring between Xiao and Yurou. However, it was powerless to intervene. This connection had been chosen by the heavens, and no one had the authority to interfere.

Soon, everything faded, and they returned to their senses. Xiao's and Yurou's eyes gleamed as they locked gazes, a few seconds to the world but an eternity to them. In that moment, their perception of each other had already changed. With an affectionate smile, Xiao nodded at Yurou and spoke.

"Rest, this will be over soon."

"Um," Yurou obediently nodded, her expression smitten. Xiao shifted his gaze toward the Scylla, his killing intent focused on it. The Scylla flinched, unaccustomed to such intense killing intent. It attacked without delay, while deep within Xiao's soul, the dark flame blazed. Finally, it was time for it to reveal itself!