But then Lan Jue noticed Zhou Qianlin's emotions and psychic fluctuations.
That's why he was able to fuse with Zhou Qianlin.
It was clear that Zhou Qianlin's body had changed after the Ascension. She might have regained her memories, but it was also possible she hadn't fully recovered. Worse still.
He didn't dare let Zhou Qianlin out in the open. If something bad happened it would affect everyone. The war hadn't been decided yet.
Humanity had won the war. But how was he going to face Zhou Qianlin?
Had Zhou Qianlin recovered her memories?
What's more, ever since he'd learned of the relationship between Zhou Qianlin and Hera, he'd felt even more conflicted.
At this moment, it really wasn't a good time for him to help her recover her memory or even discuss their relationship.
Nothing was more important than defeating the aliens. But if he didn't explain everything, if he couldn't help her recover, they wouldn't even be able to use the Harmonious Swords!
Individually, they wouldn't stand a chance against the alien home worlds.
Taking a deep breath, Lan Jue's eyes hardened. No matter what, he had to face this. He couldn't avoid it.
If that was the case, then he had to face it bravely.
Lan Jue took a deep breath. His eyes flashed, and a faint purple light flickered behind him. A white figure appeared in front of him in the blink of an eye.
This was different from the last time they'd parted, when Qianlin hadn't worn any clothes. This time, however, she was clad in the long white dress she'd been wearing since her ascension. It set her off like a fairy, captivating the soul.
For some reason, Lan Jue didn't want her to recover her memories. He didn't want to face Zhou Qianlin. He didn't know what Zhou Qianlin would think of him.
This was important to him.
Before she recovered her memories, Zhou Qianlin was already in sync with him. At the very least, they could use the Harmonious Swords together.
What would happen to her now that she was back?
Qianlin stood there quietly. She didn't look any different than before. Aside from the fact that her energy fluctuations were much stronger, everything else seemed normal. It was as if she hadn't ascended.
She hadn't recovered her memories?
A strong sense of loss welled up in Lan Jue's heart.
More accurately, it was heartache.
"Qian Lin." He called out softly.
Her eyes met his, calm and indifferent, no different from before.
Lan Jue stared blankly at her. Her emotions were unruffled. Her psychic power, which had fluctuated violently during the Ascension, was now calm. It was so calm it broke his heart.
Their gazes met, and Lan Jue's eyes misted over. Everything he'd hoped for so long had come to naught. Nothing had gone as he'd imagined.
He knew Zhou Qianlin would be able to use the Harmonious Swords with him in this state. But how could he let her stay like this forever?!
Taking a deep breath, Lan Jue forced himself to calm down. He took a step forward and carefully pulled her into his arms.
A faint fragrance wafted from her body, a scent he couldn't quite put his finger on. It was soft and comforting.
As he held her, Lan Jue felt the energy within him begin to stir. His protogenia had been agitated by his breakthrough, but now it was calm. It was like he'd stabilized his cultivation.
This was the Queen of Heaven's power when she became a Paragon.
But he'd rather Zhou Qianlin didn't have it. He just wanted her to recover.
"Qian Lin, I'm sorry I couldn't help you recover.
Do you know?
My heart hurts. It's all because of me. It's because of me that you're like this.
Don't worry, I'll never leave your side. Only you will be my wife.
Hera's gone, and you're all I have left. I'll always be by your side. I'll take care of you, keep you company, love you.
If one day, I'm about to reach the end of my life, I'll definitely help you end your life first and then leave this world with you. That way, no one in this world will be able to bully you because of my departure.
Qian Lin, no matter what you become, I'll always love you. "
Lan Jue's voice was choked with sobs. His hopes had been dashed. Zhou Qianlin's inability to recover was a huge blow to him.
Zhou Qianlin's hands had unconsciously come up to wrap around his waist. Her face rested on his shoulder. Everything was so natural.
"Do you really want a woman who lied to you?" A soft, hoarse voice asked.
"Yes, of course.
You've never lied to me. Even if you did, it was a white lie.
When the fortune-teller told me everything, I've already figured it out.
I love Hera without reservation. Later, my love for you is the same.
You're not a substitute for Hera. You're not … "Lan Jue was a little agitated. But suddenly, his voice stopped. He straightened up, grabbed Zhou Qianlin's shoulders, and looked straight into her face.
Zhou Qianlin stared at him blankly. She was still expressionless.
There seemed to be no difference from before.
"Did I hear it wrong?
Didn't she say that just now? "
Lan Jue was stunned. Then he smiled bitterly. "Maybe it's because I miss her too much."
"Fool!"
Zhou Qianlin suddenly spat out. Then, she raised her arms, wrapped them around his neck, and kissed him fiercely.
Their lips met, and Lan Jue could feel the trembling of her red lips. He could feel the indescribable surge of emotion.
In that instant, he felt as if his mind had completely exploded. His mind went blank.
She kissed him very "fiercely", as if she wanted to vent all her emotions.
And in her mind, his words kept echoing.
If one day, I'm about to reach the end of my life, I'll definitely help you end it first. Then, we'll leave this world together. That way, no one in this world will be able to bully you just because I'm gone.
These weren't beautiful words of love, but these words made her heart melt.
Lan Jue gradually recovered from the blankness in his mind. He started to take the initiative. All the lovesickness, love, and pain seemed to completely explode at this moment. It was as if he wanted to merge her into his body again. He kissed her lips crazily, without holding back.
And this time, they didn't merge again. They didn't become one again. There was only an explosion of emotions.
All the unhappiness, all the misunderstandings, all the misgivings, all the misgivings, seemed to gradually melt away in this kiss.
Their bodies didn't merge as one again. But at this moment, their hearts were perfectly fused.
All of this had become incomparably beautiful.
It was so beautiful that it was intoxicating.
After an unknown amount of time, a cough suddenly sounded. Only then did the two of them, who were immersed in the passionate kiss, suddenly separate.
Roxanne looked at them with a smile that didn't seem like a smile. "Oh my, is this how you two young lovebirds stabilize your realm?"
Zhou Qianlin's pretty face was flushed. She lowered her head and didn't dare to look at her.
Lan Jue's face was also flushed, but his hands were still tightly wrapped around Zhou Qianlin. It was as if he was afraid that if he let go, he would disappear.
"Mom.
My realm seems to be quite stable. "Lan Jue said a little awkwardly.
Roxanne said unhappily, "That's because your mood is stable.
Alright, I won't disturb you two anymore.
You two continue. Eh … "She was about to turn around and leave when she suddenly exclaimed. Then, in a flash, she appeared beside Zhou Qianlin.
Lan Jue was startled. "Mom, what's wrong?"
Zhou Qianlin also raised her head. Although her pretty face was blushing, her otherworldly beauty also made Roxanne, who was also a woman, stunned.
"The aura on your body?
It's … "Roxanne looked at Zhou Qianlin thoughtfully.
Lan Jue said. "I felt it too. Qianlin has a very soft aura around her. I can feel it when I'm close to her.
It's very comfortable. When I said my realm was stable, it was because my protogenia was restless. When I felt her aura, it calmed down.
I think that's what it means to be stable. I've heard father talk about it before. "
Roxanne nodded. "Yes, your protogenia is very stable.
It's strange.
For a Queen of Heaven to change like this, it's something that's never happened in history.
After all, there's never been a Queen of Heaven Paragon.
Child, can you feel what you've gained? "
Zhou Qianlin looked at her blankly. "I don't know."
She'd only just recovered her memories when Lan Jue merged with her. Her mind was filled with Lan Jue's image, and she didn't have the energy to think about anything else!
All she felt was that she'd become stronger, and that everything in the outside world had changed. Other than that, there was nothing else.
Now, with Roxanne's reminder, she could feel that she was different from before. There was a strange ripple of protogenia around her.
Lan Jue and Roxanne were both Paragons, and Zhou Qianlin could feel their protogenia. However, when their protogenia touched hers, it softened. Zhou Qianlin didn't know why, but it was as if the protogenia around Lan Jue and Roxanne were assimilated.
Beg again.