The protagonist stole my spiritual root? Hey, heroine, give birth to me!

"You, your strength...!" Zhao Tianming stood up abruptly, pointing at Chen Xuan, his hand trembling uncontrollably.

'Huh? How is this possible? I can't kill a Foundation Establishment cultivator? Even if I can't kill him, how can he just stand up?!' Chen Xuan was shocked and was about to rush forward to finish him off.

However, at that moment, the jade pendant around Zhao Tianming's neck flashed again, which Chen Xuan noticed, and he immediately stopped what he was doing.

"Brother Tianming, are you alright?"

"Oh dear, it's all my fault. I've neglected my training since I recovered my cultivation, and I couldn't control my strength properly!" Chen Xuan said, sounding very nervous.

"Cough cough, I'm fine, I'm fine! Don't come any closer!"

"Alright, alright, I won't go. I really didn't expect things to go wrong like this. Now I'll just tell you the truth!"

"Tell the truth?"

"Actually, Wenwen and I aren't what you think. After all, we already explained to you when we were at the Zhao family's house that it was all a lie. She was testing you!"

"Test?!" Zhao Tianming, who was leaning against the wall, was dumbfounded.

"That's right, Wenwen actually discovered you a long time ago, but your arrogant attitude in front of the waiter made her feel a bit unfamiliar, so she insisted on teaming up with me to put on an act for her!"

"But I never expected things to develop this way, I'm so sorry!"

"What? You and her aren't... She's been here for a while? And she saw everything that happened before, and said I'm a complete stranger?!" Zhao Tianming was somewhat overwhelmed.

"Yes, but now that things have escalated like this, I won't interfere in your affairs anymore! When I get back, I'll tell Wenwen that your feelings for her are very deep, and that you've perfectly passed this test!"

"Ah? Brother Chen, you're not angry with me for what I just did..."

"How could I blame you? It was my fault. I accidentally hurt you just now. Are you alright?"

"I'm fine. I'm wearing protective armor, and these are just minor injuries!"

"If that's the case, then I'm relieved!" Chen Xuan pretended to breathe a sigh of relief.

"Yes, thank you, Brother Chen. It was my fault for being so bad-hearted!"

"Why are you saying all this? Let's go. Wenwen's been waiting for a while, I bet." With that, Chen Xuan left without looking back.

Zhao Tianming, who was leaning against the wall, felt somewhat fortunate. He was glad that Chen Xuan had recovered his cultivation and that he hadn't actually killed Chen Xuan, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable.

Fortunately, it was all just a show, and he still has a chance!

He was determined to prove himself, to show Zhao Wenwen his true feelings, and to let her know how much he loved her!

Of course, he still harbored deep hatred for Chen Xuan, feeling no remorse or regret whatsoever. He felt that as long as Chen Xuan lived, he would never have a moment of peace!

Even the soft armor that the beautiful woman gave him to protect himself was kicked to pieces by Chen Xuan! That was equivalent to losing his life!

"Chen Xuan, right? You wait. Once I get back and appease Wenwen, I'll definitely cultivate diligently and strive to catch up with you as soon as possible, and then...!!"

Zhao Tianming made a silent vow in his heart, his eyes filled with unwavering conviction.

He then took a deep breath, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, stood up, and chased after Chen Xuan in the direction he had left.

"Brother Chen, I've just thought about it, and I really am a jerk. I was blinded by anger. I hope you can forgive my recklessness!"

"Forgive you?" Chen Xuan raised an eyebrow. "I don't have any objections, but what about Wenwen..."

"No, no, Brother Chen, didn't you say you'd put in a good word for me?" Zhao Tianming said anxiously.

"No, that's not it. What I mean is, if she sees the injuries on your body, I'm afraid it won't be good..."

"Oh, that's what it is. Don't worry, Brother Chen, I'll explain everything to Wenwen. You don't need to worry!"

"Alright then, since you put it that way, I won't say anything more."

"Thank you, Brother Chen!"

After they finished speaking, the two returned to the inn together. The innkeeper was very accommodating and arranged for Zhao Tianming to have his room next to Chen Xuan's.

"Want to come in together?"

"Hmm, how about I take a look? I want to explain it to Wenwen!"

"Fine!"

After saying that, Chen Xuan knocked on the door, and soon Chen Wenwen opened the door and came out.

Upon seeing Chen Xuan, he first showed joy, but then his face fell when he saw Zhao Tianming following him.

"Why are you here?"

"Ahem, I... I just came to apologize to you, Wenwen. It was all my fault just now..."

"Alright, I don't want to listen anymore. Go back to your room!"

"Hey, Wenwen, don't be so fierce. Tianming just passed the test you set perfectly. He really cares about you from the bottom of his heart!"

"Hmm?" Chen Wenwen looked at Chen Xuan in confusion, and when she saw him wink at her, she immediately understood Chen Xuan's intention.

"So that's how it is. It seems... it seems I didn't misjudge you after all. Since Brother Chen has said so, I believe you!"

"Great! I knew you were the best, Wenwen!" Zhao Tianming laughed excitedly.

This is not because he was forgiven, but because there really was nothing between Chen Wenwen and Chen Xuan!

"Alright, don't be too smug. I'm only forgiving you for now. As for what to do next, that depends on your own performance!" Chen Wenwen said coldly.

"Yes, I will definitely try my best!"

"Alright, it's getting late, you should go back and get some rest!"

"Go back? We're not at the Zhao family's anymore. You and Brother Chen don't need to pretend anymore!"

"What are you saying?! In the end, you don't believe me?" Chen Wenwen was furious. How dare Zhao Tianming! He actually wanted to separate her from her husband!

"No, no, I just felt that this might be a bit of a disturbance to Brother Chen!"

"Then take a good look at my current cultivation level!" Chen Wenwen directly released the aura of her Golden Core stage.

"Golden Core stage?! How did you do that?"

"Hmph, this is all thanks to Brother Chen, who guided my cultivation day and night. That's how I achieved such a level of cultivation. Unlike you, with your head full of filthy thoughts, your cultivation has been stuck at the Golden Core stage for so long!"

Chen Wenwen's sarcasm was merciless.