So what if I'm useless? I'll become a saint!

Chen Yan's gaze fell on Pei Ling, his expression as complicated as a color palette.

He knew clearly in his heart that this marriage was arranged by his grandfather's generation.

However, although there was a romantic relationship between him and Pei Ling, it always felt like something was missing.

He sighed, as if he was talking to himself, or as if he was talking to Pei Ling.

"Lingling, we are still young. The road to becoming an immortal is long. It's not too late to talk about marriage hundreds of years later. Why rush it now?"

Ling Jiuan was listening at the side and was quite surprised.

Chen Yan is not usually such a gloomy person.

However, she did not interrupt. After all, it was someone else's private matter and outsiders should stay out of it.

When Pei Ling heard this, his eyes immediately widened into two black grapes.

she said angrily.

"Forget it, forget it. If you don't want to, then don't want to. I don't care about you at all!"

After saying that, she stamped her feet, as if she wanted to stomp away all the unhappiness.

Then, she used her spiritual power, leaped lightly, and flew away like a nimble swallow.

Chen Yan and Ling Jiuan were left standing there, looking at each other, not knowing what to say.

"Hey, this is outside the Fog City after all. Although it's not foggy everywhere, there is still some fog."

Chen Yan sighed again, smiled bitterly and shouted to Pei Ling who had already flown away.

"Please show me the way!"

Oddly enough, as soon as he finished speaking, the fog around them seemed to be dispelled by some force, gradually dispersing, revealing a clearly visible path.

Chen Yan and Ling Jiuan looked at each other, with a hint of surprise in their eyes.

"What...what's going on?"

Ling Jiuan couldn't help but ask.

Chen Yan shook his head, indicating that he didn't know either.

However, he changed his mind and thought that perhaps this was some kind of signal from Pei Ling. After all, she had just left, and as a cultivator, it was not surprising that she had some magical methods.

"Forget it, now that the road has been found, let's go."

As Chen Yan spoke, he took the lead and stepped onto the path, followed closely by Ling Jiuan.

They walked along the path. Although there was still some fog around them, at least they were no longer as confusing as before.

After walking for a while, Chen Yan couldn't help but sigh again, muttering to himself.

"Pei Ling, Pei Ling, what are you thinking about? Is our marriage really over?"

Lei Tingyi at the side spoke lightly, with a barely perceptible hint of teasing in his voice.

"You were the one who refused first. Why are you so sad now? Are you regretting it?"

Chen Yan glared at him and said unhappily.

"Who regrets it? I just think that this matter was handled a little hastily. After all, marriage is a serious matter and it is not a joke."

Lei Tingyi shrugged to show his understanding.

However, he didn't like Chen Yan pestering Ling Jiuan all the time, which made him feel a little unhappy.

Therefore, he was willing to help Chen Yan and help him get out of this predicament as soon as possible.

"Okay, okay, I know what you're thinking."

Lei Tingyi patted Chen Yan on the shoulder.

"However, this matter needs to be considered over a long period of time and cannot be rushed. Let's go back and discuss it carefully. There will always be a way."

Chen Yan nodded and looked at Lei Tingyi gratefully.

He knew that although Lei Tingyi was usually harsh in his words, he would still stand by him at critical moments.

However, they had not walked far when there was a sudden sound of breaking wind in the sky. Immediately afterwards, Pei Ling's figure fell from the sky and landed steadily in front of Chen Yan.

However, as soon as she landed, she spat out a mouthful of blood and her face was as pale as paper, obviously seriously injured.

"Lingling, what's wrong with you?"

Chen Yan was horrified and quickly supported Pei Ling, asking anxiously.

Pei Ling forced a smile and shook her head to indicate that she was fine, but her eyes revealed the pain and fatigue that could not be concealed.

At this moment, a huge monster suddenly jumped out from the fog, opened its bloody mouth, and rushed towards them.

"careful!"

Lei Tingyi shouted, quickly drew his weapon, and stood in front of Chen Yan and Pei Ling.

Ling Jiuan also reacted quickly, using his spiritual power to prepare for the battle.

Seeing this, Chen Yan felt a strong desire to protect Pei Ling. He hugged Pei Ling tightly and protected her behind him.

Pei Ling fainted in Chen Yan's arms. Her face was as pale as paper and her breathing was weak. It was obvious that she was seriously injured.

A strong anger and desire to protect surged in Chen Yan's heart. He hugged Pei Ling tightly, as if he wanted to merge her into his body.

He suddenly summoned out his spear, the tip of which flashed with a cold light, pointing directly at the monster that was pouncing towards him.

His eyes were firm and cold, as if he wanted to concentrate all his anger and strength into this one strike.

Seeing this, Ling Jiuan and Lei Tingyi frowned slightly.

They saw that the monster's strength was only at the early stage of the Golden Core Realm, and Chen Yan should be able to deal with it.

Therefore, they had no intention of taking action, but just watched their surroundings vigilantly in case any other monsters appeared.

Chen Yan's spear drew a graceful arc in the air, and with a whistling sound, it hit the monster hard.

The monster let out a scream and was forced to retreat again and again by the power of the spear.

However, it did not give up the attack, but instead pounced on Chen Yan even more ferociously.

Chen Yan's eyes became more determined. He hugged Pei Ling tightly and nimbly dodged the monster's attacks.

At the same time, he continued to fight back against the monster with his spear, and each attack was full of power and determination.

Under Chen Yan's fierce attack, the monster finally couldn't hold on, let out a shrill scream, and then fell to the ground.

Chen Yan did not relax his vigilance. He continued to point his spear at the monster until he was sure it was completely dead.

At this time, Ling Jiuan and Lei Tingyi breathed a sigh of relief. They walked to Chen Yan and asked with concern.

"How is Pei Ling? Is she seriously injured?"

Chen Yan did not answer their questions, but just hugged Pei Ling tightly, as if he wanted to protect her in his own world.

His eyes were full of worry and pain, and at this moment he cared about Pei Ling's safety more than anyone else.

Lei Tingyi glanced at Ling Jiuan, a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he spoke slowly.

"Love without knowing it, that's what Chen Yan is talking about. They were childhood sweethearts, and they were just one step away from being together. Look at him, he was usually indifferent to Pei Ling, but now that Pei Ling is injured, he is more nervous than anyone else."

After hearing this, Ling Jiuan couldn't help but laugh. She nodded slightly to show her agreement.

She looked at Chen Yan hugging Pei Ling tightly, and a warm feeling surged in her heart.

She knew that no matter what the outcome, Chen Yan would do his best to protect Pei Ling, because this was his responsibility as a childhood sweetheart and also reflected his deep love for Pei Ling.

"Yes, sometimes, love is like this, those involved are confused, while those who are watching can see clearly."

Lei Tingyi looked at her thoughtfully.