Douluo: Danheng just want to avoid trouble, Gu Yuena Pursues.

The rain in the small town continued to fall, shrouding the entire city in a misty veil.

On the streets, along the city walls, and beyond the town, everyone sought shelter from the rain.

Yet, a lone figure stood atop the city wall, gazing down at the small courtyard below.

Above him, an invisible barrier seemed to exist, preventing the raindrops from touching his body.

Di Tian's expression remained calm, but his eyes revealed deep contemplation.

Just moments ago, he had sensed a fluctuation in space and personally witnessed the Water Azure Dragon heading toward the Star Dou Forest.

The sky, covered with dark clouds, poured torrents of rain, merging with the Water Azure Dragon.

Even though the dragon barely released any aura, Di Tian could perceive its immense power through its sheer speed and presence.

He had attempted to intercept it, but just as he was about to make contact, his mind went blank.

At that moment, he realized something terrifying.

The Water Azure Dragon's strength was actually diminishing. When he first pursued it, he had the premonition that even catching its aftershocks might kill him.

But by the time it reached the Star Dou Forest, its threat level had already dropped to that of a Rank 99 Titled Douluo.

"What is he trying to do?"

"Is this the power that my lord seeks to claim?"

Di Tian fell into deep thought. He had originally planned to probe Dan Heng's strength.

Dan Heng was simply too calm and had barely revealed his abilities. If he, like their lord, had lost his power, then all the suffering their lord had endured would have been meaningless.

Now, he was immensely relieved that he had not acted recklessly.

"Di Tian, what have you observed?" A voice suddenly sounded beside him.

Space rippled as Gu Yuena quietly appeared.

Di Tian hurriedly bowed and used his soul power to evaporate the rain above them.

"My lord, your injuries have not yet healed..."

Under normal circumstances, even after another ten thousand years of recovery, Gu Yuena would still be unable to move freely.

Yet now, she had risked worsening her condition to leave, making Di Tian feel utterly frustrated. He blamed his own incompetence for forcing their lord to feign civility with Dan Heng.

And now, she had even used spatial teleportation—something highly detrimental to her recovery.

Di Tian anxiously observed Gu Yuena, only to notice an unusual flush on her face. It didn't seem to be merely from her turbulent blood flow but from some other indescribable emotion.

Gu Yuena looked down at the small courtyard, where the bedroom lights were still on.

Thankfully, she had returned just in time!

Right now, she had only one thought—to dive into Dan Heng's embrace and feel the warmth of her husband's chest.

"It's fine. You don't need to stand watch anymore. I have already—"

Gu Yuena suddenly coughed twice, covering her mouth with her hand. When she pulled it away, a small patch of crimson blood stained her palm.

"My lord!" Di Tian's pupils contracted in alarm.

Gu Yuena extended her hand beyond the invisible barrier, letting the rain wash away the blood, which disappeared in the blink of an eye.

She calmly looked at Di Tian and shook her head. "It's nothing serious."

Di Tian's gaze was filled with guilt, and he responded respectfully, "My lord, but if you go now, won't it expose that you are not an ordinary person?"

Gu Yuena was momentarily stunned before shaking her head again. "We have a mutual understanding. I will pretend not to know his secrets, and he will do the same for me."

"Enough, stop wasting words!"

Gu Yuena was growing impatient. The injuries from using spatial teleportation made her feel like her insides were burning.

At this moment, she only wanted to return to her husband's side.

A white parasol appeared in her hand. Then, she leaped down, drifting toward Dan Heng's courtyard.

Di Tian sighed as he watched her go, murmuring to himself, "My lord has sacrificed too much for us soul beasts..."

Inside the Bedroom

Dan Heng was just about to rest. After sharing a bed with Gu Yuena for almost two months, sleeping alone now felt oddly unsettling. Her lingering fragrance still clung to the pillow, yet she was nowhere to be seen, stirring an inexplicable emotion within him.

"Husband, are you thinking of me?"

A soft, melodious voice rang out from the doorway.

Just as Dan Heng was about to turn off the lamp, he turned to see Gu Yuena standing at the entrance, dressed in a white gown. Her cheeks were flushed, and in her starry eyes, he saw only his own reflection.

She quickly stepped forward and threw herself into his embrace.

Dan Heng staggered slightly, raising his hands in hesitation.

Her soft body pressed against him, carrying a delicate fragrance, almost as if she were melting into his very bones.

Gu Yuena grasped his wrists and guided his hands to her waist.

"Husband, I missed you so much..." she murmured, pressing her face against his chest.

At this moment, she could hear Dan Heng's steady and powerful heartbeat—beating just a bit faster than usual.

That meant her husband had feelings for her!

That he was drawn in by her charm!

Gu Yuena's smile grew even brighter. Her face was already flushed from her turbulent blood flow, but now, it turned an even deeper shade of red, as though it might drip blood. She lifted her head, gazing at Dan Heng with hazy, longing eyes.

Dan Heng's body stiffened, suddenly feeling at a loss.

"You..."

"Husband, shouldn't a married couple do something more intimate?" Gu Yuena's voice carried a hint of grievance.

Her gaze seemed to carry warmth, making Dan Heng's face burn as if scalded. He suddenly found himself unable to meet her eyes.

His collar was gently tugged open, and a cool, delicate hand slipped inside, pressing against his chest.

It felt like a feather, lightly tracing the contours of his muscles.

As her slender fingers brushed against his skin, his heartbeat quickened as if trying to break free from his ribcage.

Dan Heng swallowed dryly, instinctively stepping back. Behind him was the bed, and he toppled onto it. Gu Yuena followed, pressing down upon him like a drifting boat swaying on gentle waves.

The sensation was unparalleled.

Their eyes met, and in Gu Yuena's gaze, Dan Heng saw a galaxy of stars, making his consciousness waver for an instant.

"No..."

Dan Heng suddenly realized that if this continued, things might spiral out of his control.

Just as Gu Yuena was about to move forward—

A burst of soul power suddenly erupted from the main hall outside.

Like a lamp suddenly lighting up in the night, it shattered the intimate atmosphere between them.

Gu Yuena let out a frustrated sigh. She had risked worsening her injuries just to rush back and consummate their relationship, yet they had been interrupted!

The heat on Dan Heng's face dissipated instantly. Taking a deep breath, he gently pushed Gu Yuena off him.

"Let's go take a look," he said after a moment of silence.

Gu Yuena sighed wistfully, nodding.

"Husband, now that Zhu Zhuqing has broken through to Rank 33, don't forget—you promised me a wish."

She reminded him, her mood slightly lifting at the thought. Then, she followed Dan Heng out of the bedroom.

With today's progress, there was no way the duck that had reached her lips would escape!

(End of Chapter)