Mu Qingxuan’s tears fell in torrents, leaving scorching trails upon her cheeks. She gazed at Huo Changfeng, her heart surging with an indescribable mix of shock and joy. She had never imagined that such a profound bond could exist between them. In that moment, all her doubts, grievances, and longing dissolved into a flood of tears. Unable to contain her emotions any longer, she threw herself into Huo Changfeng’s arms, her body trembling slightly.
Mu Qingxuan pressed her nose against his warm neck, her every breath filled with his unique scent—a distinct aroma of cedarwood mingled with the delicate fragrance of petals—which left her feeling both at ease and shy. After a moment’s hesitation, she looked up, crystalline teardrops still clinging to her lashes. With eyes full of shyness and resolve, she lightly kissed the corner of his lips.
The kiss was as light as a feather, yet it felt as if a current had passed through her, causing her heart to race wildly and her cheeks to flush instantly. She could feel her lips growing warm. Huo Changfeng felt the soft touch against the corner of his mouth, and it was as if a flame had been ignited within him. His eyes grew dark and deep, like bottomless whirlpools, threatening to pull Mu Qingxuan completely into their depths. He swallowed hard, suppressing the surging emotions within, and slowly wrapped his arms around her slender waist. With his palms pressed against her soft frame, he pulled her more firmly into his embrace.
Chapter 126