flstandardbreds Chapter 168 The Undying Volcano
Chapter 168 The Undying Volcano
Su Luo was surprised that Lin Ji had never thought of this, and asked helplessly, "If he doesn't consider you a friend, why is he so nice to you? He won't get anything out of you."
Lin Ji was naturally unable to answer. He was shocked, and his mind unconsciously recalled many things he had done with Chu Wenqing.
Indeed, Chu Wenqing had risked his life to protect and help him on numerous occasions, even though he didn't actually need it. That guy was always laughing and joking, which he found very annoying, so he would occasionally target him maliciously. But Chu Wenqing never minded and still liked to get close to him, which puzzled him greatly.
It turns out Chu Wenqing had always considered him a friend, yet he treated that guy so terribly…
Lin Ji subconsciously glanced at Chu Wenqing not far away.
The other person was complaining to Feng Xiyue and the others about his experience in the illusion, looking so carefree, as if he had already forgotten about the two blows he had just struck.
No one ever considered him a friend! The cultivators he met all called him a monster, a damned demon. He didn't care; he hated everyone in this world, he deeply loathed it, and thought they might as well all destroy it together! Yet, someone actually considered him a friend!
But what did he do to Chu Wenqing?
He always responded with sarcasm and indifference, occasionally even attacking Chu Wenqing, and once even tried to kill him! Even though Chu Wenqing had just saved him, he hadn't uttered a single word of thanks! How could someone as despicable as him have friends like an ordinary person?
Su Luo noticed the wavering in the boy's eyes, patted him on the shoulder, and encouraged him, "True friendship is rare, don't let it down easily. Lin Ji, you haven't thanked him yet, have you? Go thank Chu Wenqing, he'll be very happy."
Lin Ji pursed his lips, hesitated for a while, and finally agreed under Su Luo's encouraging gaze, "Okay."
As he walked past, Lin Ji kept reminding himself, "I never admitted that Chu Wenqing was my friend; it was all that guy's wishful thinking! I was just thanking him because of his past care and the fact that he helped me! Anyway, there's no harm in saying thank you! Yes! That's it!"
Feng Xiyue and the other two were still studying the Frost Lotus when Zhuzhu started to move restlessly in Song Qiao's arms. Following Zhuzhu's gaze, they immediately saw Lin Ji approaching.
Song Qiao's body stiffened involuntarily. What... what is this person doing here?
Zhu Zhu was also trembling.
Lin Ji walked over without glancing at Song Qiao and Zhu Zhu, instead turning to look at the distant ice field. He awkwardly thanked Chu Wenqing for his help. Afterward, he took out a bag of spirit stones and gave it to Chu Wenqing as a token of his gratitude.
This startled Chu Wenqing so much that she forgot all about the spirit stones and rushed over to touch Lin Ji's forehead. "Oh my god, Lin Ji, what's wrong with you? Do you have a fever?!"
Not only Chu Wenqing, but the two people and one beast beside him were also stunned.
Lin Ji thanked Chu Wenqing? What a bizarre turn of events!
Lin Ji suddenly felt a fire burning in his chest. He resisted the urge to kick the guy away and stood there stiffly, letting Chu Wenqingya touch his forehead to test his temperature.
Until he heard Chu Wenqing mutter, "Strange, you don't have a fever! Why are you suddenly apologizing to me? This isn't something you would do! You didn't... hurt your head in that fall, did you?!"
As he spoke, Chu Wenqing kept looking up at Lin Ji's head, looking like he was courting death.
Lin Ji's forehead veins bulged, and his teeth were grinding. Afraid that he might lose control and teach this infuriating guy a lesson, he turned and left.
However, Chu Wenqing persisted, calling out, "Hey! Lin Ji, don't go! If you've injured your head, you must get proper treatment. Don't avoid seeking medical help!"
His response was a deafening "Get out!" from Lin Ji.
Hearing the word "get lost," Chu Wenqing finally felt relieved and returned to confirm that Lin Ji was truly alright.
He let out a long sigh of relief and patted his chest. "This suits you much better. The way you thanked me just now scared me to death!"
Lin Ji could no longer tolerate it and turned around to kick him.
Chu Wenqing is really crazy! He gets upset when you treat him nicely, he's practically begging to be beaten. If he's ever nice to that guy again, he'll change his name!
Chu Wenqing was caught off guard and kicked, falling into the snow with a thud, his mouth full of snow. "Ptooey! So cold!"
Even after all that, he still got up like an unkillable cockroach and continued to pester Lin Ji, which annoyed Lin Ji to no end.
Watching Chu Wenqing repeatedly dart around Lin Ji and act recklessly, yet still remain lively and energetic, Song Qiao and Zhu Zhu couldn't help but feel a deep respect for him.
Senior Brother Chu/That perverted owner is really bold...
Feng Xiyue watched the interaction between the two, and after a while, she couldn't help but curl the corners of her mouth into a smile.
Although their interactions were no different than before, something had subtly changed, and it felt like... their relationship had gotten a little better?
Su Luo, who had made Lin Ji express his gratitude, stood not far away and took in all of this. She smiled and kept her merits and fame hidden.
This is enough for now, let's take it one step at a time...
Su Luo isn't stupid.
Although she didn't know Lin Ji's true background or what he had been through, after spending so much time together, she could still tell that Lin Ji was different from ordinary people. He seemed to have always lived in a secluded place, lacking a lot of common sense. There were many common things that Lin Ji had never seen, used, or eaten. He didn't even know how to get along with people amicably, and he had a poor sense of propriety.
Lin Ji was unwilling to reveal his origins, and Su Luo wouldn't force him to. She simply wanted to help him, to help him understand the world better, to grasp some common sense, and to make more friends. That way, Lin Ji's world wouldn't be so narrow-minded!
It would be so tragic if his narrow world consisted only of her...
Just like... that madman.
For some reason, Su Luo suddenly thought of the Heavenly Demon in the illusion. Then she shook her head, dismissing this absurd association.
She's really out of her mind! Lin Ji is just Lin Ji; he has absolutely nothing in common with that villainous Heavenly Demon!
……
After a lot of bickering and commotion, the group finally put the Frost Lotus into their pouch and found the teleportation array not far away.
Feng Xiyue reminded everyone, "Everyone, get ready, we're going to the next area."
Everyone stepped into the teleportation array in response. Instantly, the array lit up and teleported them away. As soon as the teleportation ended, Su Luo and the others felt a wave of heat wash over them before they even opened their eyes.
It's so hot!
When Chu Wenqing opened his eyes and saw the desolate desert, exposed rocks, and various volcanoes of different sizes in the distance, he clutched his head and wailed, "Just what I feared has come to pass! It's so hot!!"
Because they had arrived at the Undying Volcano. This was the hottest place in the Cloud Realm, desolate and uninhabited, and prone to volcanic eruptions at any moment—it was extremely dangerous!