Chapter 321 - 319: At the Entrance of the Ice Hall
Chen Tianlong hesitated for a moment. Wu Mengting was afflicted with Gu Poison, and there was no time to delay. Yet, seeing the hopeful look in her eyes, Chen Tianlong’s heart softened.
"Alright, but we can’t stay too long. The sun is about to set, and we must enter the Ice Hall before it gets dark, or we might face restrictions later."
Chen Tianlong explained.
"Don’t worry, as long as I’m here, even if we enter at midnight, no one will stop us."
Suddenly, the usually quiet Ouyang Meijia spoke up.
Chen Tianlong was startled, then understood, and smiled slightly. Turning to Wu Mengting, he said, "Alright then, let’s have some fun in Ice City!"
With that, Chen Tianlong drove the car to the square ahead.
After getting out of the car, everyone took out clothes from the trunk. Though they weren’t wearing thick clothing and felt the cold, there was no time to worry about it.
When Wu Mengting got out of the car, she walked towards the center of the square. There was a large circular altar, and on it was a huge statue of a saintly woman.
"Chen Tianlong, this statue of the goddess is so beautiful and graceful, I’m really envious!" Wu Mengting gazed at the statue, feeling an indescribable comfort.
"Haha, my Mengting is much more beautiful than her!"
Chen Tianlong tried hard to maintain a smile, hoping that at this crucial moment, Wu Mengting could keep a positive attitude.
"Oh, you sweet talker..."
Wu Mengting pouted, looking at the couples playing happily with their children, her heart suddenly filled with bitterness.
What if one day I really leave this world, what will happen to Chen Tianlong? Would he be very sad?
No, I can’t leave Chen Tianlong all alone!
After thinking for a moment, Wu Mengting suddenly smiled at Chen Tianlong, "Chen Tianlong, what do you think of Liu Ting?"
"Ah? Liu Ting... she’s alright, quite pretty and kind... why do you ask all of a sudden?"
Chen Tianlong scratched his head. The saying about women’s hearts being like needles at the bottom of the sea was true. He couldn’t fathom Wu Mengting’s thoughts at all.
"Hmm, then I’m relieved."
Wu Mengting didn’t directly answer Chen Tianlong but suddenly stood up, walking towards Liu Ting and Ouyang Meijia. The next moment, Chen Tianlong was bewildered.
The three girls teamed up to take photos together, leaving Chen Tianlong speechless.
After about twenty minutes, the sun set in the west, and it became much colder. At this moment, Wu Mengting suddenly pulled Liu Ting aside and pushed her next to Chen Tianlong, "Liu Ting, Chen Tianlong, you two take a photo together!"
"Huh?"
Liu Ting and Chen Tianlong were both stunned, not knowing what Wu Mengting was up to.
"What are you standing there for? After you two, it’s Meijia’s turn, and finally mine." Wu Mengting knew the two misunderstood, so she quickly explained.
Hearing this, Chen Tianlong took a deep breath and reluctantly got closer to Liu Ting, then grinned, allowing Wu Mengting to take a picture.
"Oh, that’s awful. Chen Tianlong, be serious. Put an arm around Liu Ting; the way you’re standing looks so awkward!"
With Wu Mengting’s words, the two instantly turned to ice, and even the previously stunned Ouyang Meijia was a bit confused.
Awkward?
Wouldn’t it be more awkward if they got closer?
Isn’t it strange for a girlfriend to push her boyfriend towards another girl and insist they hold each other?
Chen Tianlong felt his brain was not functioning correctly. Was it Wu Mengting’s brain damaged by Gu Poison, or had he become stupid? Somehow, Wu Mengting seemed odd today.
"Chen Tianlong!"
Seeing Chen Tianlong reluctant to hold Liu Ting, Wu Mengting hurriedly shot him a stern look and said sharply.
Chen Tianlong had no choice; he couldn’t upset this girl. So, he reluctantly put an arm around Liu Ting, but doing so made him uneasy.
After all, Liu Ting was a great beauty. As soon as he embraced her, a faint, unique fragrance filled Chen Tianlong’s nostrils, awakening him.
He wasn’t just holding anyone; it was a stunning beauty with whom he shared some ambiguous feelings.
And Liu Ting was utterly unprepared. She couldn’t believe that she’d find herself in Wu Mengting’s presence, held like this by Chen Tianlong!
Is this a dream?
Originally calm, her heart started pounding once more. Her heart raced uncontrollably, as if a confused little deer were trapped inside, truly excited.
At this moment, her pretty face flushed crimson.
The one taking pictures, Wu Mengting, noticed this change. After a moment of daze, a satisfied smile formed in her heart.
Originally, she thought Liu Ting had no interest in Chen Tianlong. But now, it seemed this girl’s heart had finally found its direction, so Wu Mengting no longer worried.
Click!
A picture, awkward yet somewhat sweet, was captured at that moment.
And just then, Wu Mengting’s phone slipped from her hand, and she began to collapse, swaying unsteadily.
Chen Tianlong, quick as lightning, dashed forward as Wu Mengting fell, pushing Liu Ting aside and caught Wu Mengting in an embrace, twisting to let her fall onto him.
Thud...
Chen Tianlong hit the ground, tightly holding Wu Mengting, and swiftly got back up, exclaiming, "Mengting, what’s wrong? Don’t scare me!"
As he spoke, Chen Tianlong quickly held her pulse, her heartbeat precariously weak.
Initially, Wu Mengting’s strong will could last two more days without issue, but today, with her emotional knot resolved, she let her guard down and her strength faded, allowing the Gu Poison to invade her heart ahead of time.
"This is bad, the Gu Poison is starting to act up. Quick, let’s hurry to the Ice Hall!"
Observing Wu Mengting’s chaotic pulse with her pale complexion, Chen Tianlong realized something was gravely wrong.
Hearing Chen Tianlong’s words, the other two girls also helped support her, swiftly moving towards the car. In no time, all four were inside the vehicle.
Half an hour later, guided by Ouyang Meijia, Chen Tianlong arrived two kilometers from the Ice Hall.
The Ice Hall is an Ancient Martial Sect, the coldest place in all of Ice City, located in the northern outskirts. All around, as far as the eye could see, was a vast snowy field.
It’s said that this place is an ancient ruin. After someone discovered this treasure land, the Ice Hall was established here, a young establishment of just over twenty years.
"It seems the road ahead is impassable by car. We’ll have to walk." Chen Tianlong said with a wry smile, looking at the heavy snow and the iron mesh fences surrounding walled areas ahead.
"Yes, cars aren’t allowed here. People in the Ice Hall favor ancient styles, so there are almost no vehicles inside." Ouyang Meijia explained quickly, as if knowledgeable about many things.
Chen Tianlong nodded. Though he didn’t know how their leader managed, they had their own style, which made sense.
The group didn’t delay further. Chen Tianlong carried Wu Mengting, locked the car securely, and the three of them began trudging forward. By now, it was near evening, and the cold wind blew sharply in their faces, making them shiver involuntarily.
"Let’s hurry up. Once we get inside the Ice Hall, it might be warmer." Chen Tianlong took a deep breath and looked at the two girls, their faces tinged with a cold blue, feeling a bit worried in his heart.