Chapter 86: Dangers of the Wasteland

The Young Princess bit her lip. "Brother Xu Feng, you shouldn't go in."

"What?"

"You've brought me this far, and Xiaoya is already so grateful. The road ahead is uncertain, and you don't need to risk yourself by accompanying me."

"What kind of talk is that?" To be honest, Xu Feng would also prefer to be at home holding his girlfriend and drinking tea. The reason he was accompanying Arola on this risky journey was, first, because he felt sorry for the girl. Her longing for home made Xu Feng miss his own parents back on Earth. In a way, the two of them were kindred spirits in their homesickness. Secondly, this young princess was beautiful. Though a bit fiery, Xu Feng actually enjoyed bantering with her. To win the beauty's heart, making her feel moved was a good strategy.

Along the way, even though the two of them often bickered and teased each other, their feelings had actually progressed quite well. At this point, how could Xu Feng possibly leave? The Northern Wasteland might be dangerous, but Xu Feng wasn't afraid.

The greater the risk, the greater the reward; God is fair. To win the heart of such a charming and beautiful young girl, what's a little risk?

"Little girl, stop overthinking it. Let's go!"

Xu Feng urged his horse into the wasteland, with Arola following behind. She didn't say anything more, but her beautiful eyes shimmered with emotion. Perhaps even God was on their side, as they encountered no real danger along the way. The few magical beasts that occasionally appeared were all low-level. Instead of hunting them, the beasts became food in their bellies. After all, the dried rations in the storage ring couldn't compare to the deliciousness of fresh meat. Xu Feng's grilling skills were truly excellent, allowing Arola to feast to her heart's content.

The sky gradually darkened as the sun sank behind the hills.

"Xiaoya, let's camp here tonight!"

Xu Feng found a spot sheltered from the wind, where some low shrubs grew. In the harsh environment of the wasteland, greenery was a rare sight.

"Alright!"

Arola naturally had no objections. Although the Northern Legion had provided them with excellent horses, the journey wasn't much faster than walking. Fortunately, the wasteland wasn't vast, and they should reach the Orc Kingdom by tomorrow evening.

Despite the harsh environment, the sky here was clean and pure—a world without pollution.

Under the beautiful starry sky, beside the shrubs, there was a small patch of grass. Sitting there and gazing upward held a unique romantic charm.

To win the beauty's heart, Xu Feng's approach this time was to make her feel grateful. Of course, besides that, a boy needed to take the initiative. Along the way, the two had built up a strong emotional foundation. Seeing that they would enter the Orc Kingdom tomorrow, well, he couldn't delay any longer.

Holding Arola's hand, Xu Feng sat with her on the grass. Then, he gently wrapped his arm around the girl's slender waist. The young princess showed no discomfort or aversion to such an intimate gesture. In fact, in her heart, she had also grown fond of this handsome human youth.

Xu Feng had saved her life, of course, but the young princess wouldn't offer herself just because of that. It was because, during these days together, Xu Feng had truly treated her well. Although they often bickered, wasn't there a saying: "Fighting is intimacy, scolding is love"?

In truth, amidst their playful banter, this young princess's heart had unknowingly become tied to that rascal...

Moreover, Xu Feng was so outstanding and unique. If one had to point out a flaw, it was that he was a bit of a flirt, but on Hailan Star, that wasn't considered a big deal.

It could be said that by now, their feelings were mutual. The only thing missing between them was the final confession.

In the sky, the stars twinkled. On the ground, Xu Feng held the fragrant, soft body of the young girl. Her eyes were somewhat dazed, as Xu Feng had just told her the story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl.

"Brother Xu Feng, you said they only meet on the Magpie Bridge on the seventh day of the seventh month each year? That's so pitiful!"

Girls really were sentimental, and Little Pepper was no exception. Xu Feng showed a faint smile. The atmosphere was perfect now. Holding the girl's hand, he said, "Yes, it's the most pitiful when lovers can't be together. Xiaoya, do you know, I actually..."

The girl lowered her head, avoiding his gaze. Two blushes crept onto her cheeks. Vaguely, the young princess had guessed what he was about to say. She felt both shy and happy, with a hint of nervousness.

Her adorable appearance made Xu Feng swallow hard. Gently, he pulled her onto his lap. "You know, Xiaoya, I like you. Will you be my girlfriend?"

A long while passed...

No answer.

Darn it, he hadn't expected this usually fiery girl to be even shyer than Xiuer at a critical moment. Xu Feng shook his head. Silence meant consent; it was just that girls were too shy to say it out loud.

"Sweetheart, you know, today is the Qixi Festival, the day the Cowherd and Weaver Girl meet on the Magpie Bridge."

The young princess, who had just heard the story, looked up. Xu Feng lifted her delicate chin and gently pressed a kiss to those tempting lips.

It was inexperienced and clumsy—after all, this was the girl's first kiss. But Xu Feng was experienced. Under his guidance, the young princess's flusteredness slowly faded, and she learned to respond. The kiss between lovers was filled with sweetness.

When their lips parted, Arola glanced at her sweetheart and gently buried her head against his chest. Holding the girl's soft body, Xu Feng's self-control was gradually diminishing. No wonder—during these days of adventure, he had never spent a night with a girl. He really wanted to...

Tentatively, he began to gently undo the clothes of the beauty in his arms. Unexpectedly, although Arola was shy, she cooperated. At this moment, Little Pepper was as docile as a well-behaved girl.

Moonlight spilled onto the earth, and the girl's delicate body was finally exposed to the air. Xu Feng spread clothes on the grass and gently laid her down. This was going to be a heart-pounding night. But just then...

Boom!

A tremendous explosion reached their ears. Energy rippled through the air, and the night wind carried indistinct, hoarse shouts.

Xu Feng stopped what he was doing. The young princess also forgot her shyness. The couple stared wide-eyed at each other. No way... they hadn't encountered any danger the whole way, and now, at this critical moment...

Though filled with reluctance, being in the Northern Wasteland, Xu Feng wasn't someone who would risk his life for lust. Danger could lurk here at any time.

He pulled the girl up. Arola also quickly dressed herself. Glancing at her boyfriend, her face still flushed and heart racing, she naturally had no ideas.

"Let's go take a look."

"Alright!"

Xu Feng took a deep breath, suppressing his disappointment. Although it was a pity, today had already gone very smoothly. Arola had offered herself; to spend the night with this girl, there was no need to rush. First, let's see what happened.

The source of the sound wasn't far from here, only about two kilometers away. Holding Arola's hand, Xu Feng and his girlfriend quietly set off.