The Rise of Dragon Son-in-Law
Chapter 268 - 261: Looking Forward to Meeting Again

Chapter 268: Chapter 261: Looking Forward to Meeting Again

Qi Xin’s words not only shocked Long Chen, but Xuanyuan Yu’er was stunned as well.

Then, Xuanyuan Yu’er hurriedly took off her coat and put it on Qi Xin.

"Qi Xin, you are a big star, and this guy is already thrilled that he saved you. So, you don’t need to offer anything else in return," Xuanyuan Yu’er whispered.

"That’s right, don’t overthink it. If I had saved you hoping for a reward, I wouldn’t have helped you in the first place," Long Chen said with a smile.

"No matter what, my life was saved by you. You are my lifesaver, and I will remember you for the rest of my life," Qi Xin said earnestly.

"Alright, just treat me to a meal sometime in the future. You two chat for now; I’m going to rest a bit," Long Chen said as he closed his eyes.

Qi Xin could tell that Long Chen was indeed tired and felt awkward continuing the conversation.

Xuanyuan Yu’er pulled Qi Xin aside and chatted with her in whispers.

She felt very much like a fan meeting an idol, talking non-stop.

Soon, the two grew familiar with each other and talked about everything. Qi Xin even shared the reason for her disappearance.

It turned out, she was harassed by the company’s CEO. She was furious, thinking of terminating her contract with the company, and didn’t want to participate in many activities, so she went on an impromptu trip.

Knowing this, Xuanyuan Yu’er felt a great deal of sympathy for Qi Xin.

Twenty minutes later, the rain lessened, and Long Chen had recovered.

"Let’s hit the road again. Oh, Qi Xin, your car is a write-off. Do you want to claim insurance?" Long Chen asked.

"Forget it, let’s just leave," Qi Xin replied.

"Generous. That’s a car worth over a million."

"There’s nothing much I can do about it. I don’t want the hassle, sigh."

"Then go check your car for your stuff, like your wallet and ID. After that, we can drop you at the nearest airport, how about that?" Long Chen said, looking at Qi Xin.

A complex expression crossed Qi Xin’s fair face.

After hesitating for a while, she finally said, "Alright then. I was wondering, if you guys are just traveling, maybe I could join you."

"We’re not just traveling; we have some matters to attend to, and it’s inconvenient to take you along. It’s not that we don’t welcome you; actually, I would love for you to come with us. However, it could be dangerous for you. We’ll organize a proper trip another time, okay?" Xuanyuan Yu’er said patiently to Qi Xin.

Qi Xin nodded vigorously, her face breaking into a smile, "If that’s the case, then I’ll head back. You can’t fool me, though. Oh, and Yu’er, I’ve added you on WeChat, but I don’t have Long Chen’s... Long Brother..."

Qi Xin looked towards Long Chen.

Long Chen chuckled, "No need to add WeChat. We’ll meet again if it’s meant to be."

"Long Brother..."

Qi Xin’s face turned instantly plaintive, her eyes so pitiful it tugged at the heartstrings.

"Long Chen, how can you be like this? What’s the harm in adding her on WeChat? Hurry up and add her," Xuanyuan Yu’er immediately said.

"Why should I listen to you?" Long Chen replied calmly.

"You... You’re infuriating me," Xuanyuan Yu’er said, grinding her teeth.

Long Chen remained unmoved.

Seeing this, Qi Xin quietly took Xuanyuan Yu’er’s hand as a gesture of comfort.

Then, in a soft voice, she pleaded with Long Chen, "Long Brother, please, let me add you as a friend, okay? I promise not to bother you."

"Alright then," Long Chen agreed, seeing that a big star like her was pleading so humbly, it would be rather unkind to keep refusing.

After adding each other as friends, Long Chen started the car and they continued on their way.

Two hours later, Long Chen dropped Qi Xin off at the airport.

Before parting, Qi Xin looked deeply at Long Chen, "Long Brother, I look forward to meeting you again. When that time comes, whatever you want to eat or do, it’s on me."

"Go on, take care," Long Chen said with a smile, waving his hand.

"You too, Yu’er, keep in touch on WeChat."

"Sure, let’s get going."

"Okay."

Qi Xin waved her hand and turned to leave.

Once Qi Xin was far enough, Xuanyuan Yu’er glared fiercely at Long Chen and said, "I don’t believe you can’t see that Qi Xin has developed feelings for her savior."

"I saw it, so what?"

"Yet you still reject adding her on WeChat, that’s so hurtful."

"Exactly because I saw it, I rejected her. Better a short pain than a long one," Long Chen replied.

"Really?" Xuanyuan Yu’er gritted her teeth. "Now you act as if you’re so innocent. Do you think I don’t know about the several beauties you have hidden at home?"

"You talk too much. I think you’d be better off marrying Yan Yiqiu," Long Chen glanced at Xuanyuan Yu’er.

Xuanyuan Yu’er’s face stiffened, and then she quickly surrendered, "Brother Long, I admit my mistake. Let’s set off."

"You’re driving as punishment."

"No, I’m tired."

"Hmm? You really won’t drive?"

"Fine, I’ll drive," Xuanyuan Yu’er said pitifully.

...

The two played and enjoyed themselves as they traveled, touring the mountains and waters.

A journey that should have taken two or three days ended up taking eight, before they finally got near Kunlun.

After parking the car securely, the pair began their climb.

It was June, but Kunlun Immortal Mountain was still covered in snow, with frigid temperatures.

Long Chen didn’t feel much, but Xuanyuan Yu’er’s teeth chattered with cold.

"You really don’t seem like someone from the world of Martial Arts, unable to withstand even this bit of chill," Long Chen said disdainfully.

"I’m a girl, my constitution is naturally not as strong as you men," Xuanyuan Yu’er murmured.

"Have you tried circulating your Inner Strength to resist the cold?"

"I tried, okay? But my Inner Strength is insufficient. What can I do about it?

Besides, what if we encounter danger after I’ve exhausted my Inner Strength? I don’t want to be a burden."

Xuanyuan Yu’er explained.

"Seeing how sensible you are, I’ll help you out," Long Chen reached out, gently placing his hand over Xuanyuan Yu’er’s heart.

This was not just any spot.

Long Chen’s heart skipped a beat because the scene was somewhat spectacular, appearing a bit different from what he had seen.

This girl, she really hid her ’wealth’ well.

Xuanyuan Yu’er was immediately stunned, her cheeks flushing red as she stared at Long Chen.

Long Chen, however, was all business, channeling some Spiritual Power into Xuanyuan Yu’er to help her withstand the cold.

Feeling the flow, Xuanyuan Yu’er was somewhat astounded.

A few seconds later, Long Chen withdrew his hand, "There, do you feel warm now?"

"Even if you hadn’t given me any Inner Strength, that move you just did instantly warmed me up. You rogue, you scoundrel, I suspect you did it just to take advantage of me."

"I’m so good to you, and yet you doubt me? Then I’ll take back my... Inner Strength," Long Chen pretended to make a motion.

"Go ahead, take it back. If you dare, take away mine along with it," Xuanyuan Yu’er spread her arms and closed her eyes.

"Pfft, women always say one thing and mean another. Let’s keep going," Long Chen said with a laugh.

"Hmph, I knew you wouldn’t have the heart."

Xuanyuan Yu’er followed behind Long Chen, her demeanor a mixture of pride and coyness.

Looking at Long Chen’s tall figure ahead, Xuanyuan Yu’er felt enveloped by a strong sense of safety.

This strong sense of safety, she couldn’t even feel it from her own family at home.