Amidst the laughter and cheer, Yu Yuan's mood indeed relaxed a great deal.

Yu Yuan and Huo Ling'er flew above the sea of clouds, speeding towards the direction of the East Sea Hot Springs. The clouds in the sky were as soft as cotton candy, and the warm sunlight shone through, sprinkling down its warmth. As they drew closer, the grandeur of the East Sea gradually unfolded before their eyes, with waves gently slapping the shore, producing a pleasant sound, and the sea breeze, carrying the salty humidity, brushed their garments.

They selected a patch of clouds not far from the sea surface, perfect for overlooking the entire Hot Springs area. Yu Yuan took out a Spirit Pill from his bosom, a casually crafted elixir that not only could replenish a cultivator's vital energy but also attract spiritual beasts of the sea. He tied the Spirit Pill to a slender thread formed from spiritual power and gently cast it into the sea, commencing a fishing session unlike any other.

Huo Ling'er sat next to Yu Yuan, the two sitting shoulder to shoulder, gazing at the sea's glittering surface, feeling exceptionally carefree. Huo Ling'er's gaze wandered over to Yu Yuan now and then, her heart filled with indescribable joy and agitation. She cherished such moments, sharing serenity and comfort with the one she loved.

"Sister Apprentice, what should we do if we actually catch a Dragon Whale?" Huo Ling'er suddenly spoke up, breaking the tranquility.

Yu Yuan cracked a slight smile, replying, "If we're lucky enough to catch a Dragon Whale, what do you say about grilling it?"

"Grilling the Dragon Whale?" Huo Ling'er's eyes lit up, sparkling brightly. "Yes, yes, I've never had grilled Dragon Whale before."

"Let's settle on that," Yu Yuan chuckled, "and see which lucky Dragon Whale today becomes the Holy Mother Huo Ling'er's meal!"

"Talking like that, you're going to scare all the Dragon Whales away!" Huo Ling'er said with a tinge of annoyance.

Her gaze fell upon Yu Yuan's face once more, a tender affection in her eyes, and her voice softened, "Junior Brother, do you know? I've always admired you, whether in cultivation or facing difficulties, you always handle things with a chuckle.

I worried every day without seeing you... until I saw you, sitting by your side makes me fear nothing."

Hearing this confession-like whisper, Yu Yuan couldn't help but feel a flutter in his heart, turned his head towards Huo Ling'er, his gaze also revealing deep affection, "From now on, you can always sit beside me... no seat fee required."

Their gazes met in the air, and Huo Ling'er's cheeks turned a faint red. She mustered her courage, slowly leaning in towards Yu Yuan, her eyes filled with anticipation and nervousness.

Yu Yuan felt Huo Ling'er's approach and couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.

Finally, atop this cloud, Huo Ling'er gently pressed her lips to Yu Yuan's, clumsily seeking his mouth.

Yu Yuan was slightly amused but didn't pull away. Instead, acting like a veteran of love, he tenderly responded and guided her. The two enjoyed their sweet moment above the tranquil sea.

Just at that moment, the sea surface suddenly churned violently, and a massive silhouette burst from the water—it was a Dragon Whale. It leaped high above the sea surface, forming a beautiful arc, and then gracefully dove back into the water.

"Dragon Whale!"

Huo Ling'er cried out, shying away from her flushed face, trying to change the subject, "Quick, quick, quick... Don't let it get away."

Yu Yuan, seeing Huo Ling'er's excited state, had a thought and decided to give her an unforgettable surprise. With a slight intention, he began to channel his mana.

As his mana flowed out like the tide, it fused with the surrounding East Sea water and clouds, slowly materializing a gigantic amusement park in the sky.

As Yu Yuan's mana continued to flow, the sea water was drawn out and solidified into a sparkling crystal, forming slides and meandering water channels. The white clouds were skillfully woven by him into soft cloud beds and cloud chairs for them to rest and play on.

The sea water was led by him to transform into water dragons, circling and dancing in the air, while the white clouds were compressed into various shapes to construct a host of marvelous play equipment.

Waves lapped, clouds swirled, and the entire scene was like the Immortal Realm, stunningly beautiful.

Huo Ling'er was dumbfounded as she watched, having never imagined such a scene.

Yu Yuan turned the East Sea Water and the white clouds in the sky into a massive playground.

When Huo Ling'er realized all of this was prepared for her, she couldn't help but cheer, excitedly grabbing Yu Yuan's hand and hopping onto the carousel made of clouds like a child.

The carousel rotated slowly, taking the two of them flying through the air, with the surrounding sea breeze and mist accompanying their laughter, creating a wonderful atmosphere.

Huo Ling'er's smile bloomed like flowers, her joy infectious to Yu Yuan, making his mood also become exceedingly light and cheerful.

Then, Yu Yuan constructed cloud ladders, water fountains, cloud seesaws, and more, each one bringing endless fun to Huo Ling'er. She climbed up the cloud ladders, slid down the slides, and with Yu Yuan, they dashed at high speed on the cloud roller coaster, fully enjoying this special joy.

Watching Huo Ling'er's innocent, childlike smiling face, Yu Yuan silently decided that, no matter how difficult the road ahead, he must protect this beauty before him, not letting her suffer any harm.

The sea breeze gently brushed, and clouds swirled, turning the entire amusement park into a place akin to the Immortal Realm, stunningly beautiful.

Yu Yuan was moved by Huo Ling'er's enthusiasm, and his tightly strung spirit also relaxed.

They rode the cloud roller coaster together, dashing at high speed across the clouds, then hand in hand, they slid down the water slide. The crystal waters on the slide rolled like waves, carrying them through the air, and finally, they fell into a huge cloud bubble pool, splashing up droplets of water.

"Hahaha, so much fun!" Huo Ling'er laughed heartily, frolicking in the bubble pool, occasionally splashing Yu Yuan with water.

Yu Yuan returned the favor without reservation.

The sea water, like mischievous children, kept slapping the two, soaking Huo Ling'er's clothes. Her fiery red dress clung to her body, outlining her perfect curves in vivid detail. The sunlight spilled through gaps in the clouds, casting a golden glow on her, as if she was draped in a layer of golden light.

Huo Ling'er seemed not to mind the change in her clothes; her eyes held only the joy of play and deep affection for Yu Yuan. She laughed and splashed while moving closer to Yu Yuan until their bodies were almost pressing against each other.

Yu Yuan felt Huo Ling'er's warmth and the faint fragrance emanating from her, his heart trembling. His gaze involuntarily fell on her damp clothes, then swiftly moved to meet her expectant eyes.

The atmosphere became unusually ambiguous at that moment, with the surrounding waves and clouds seemingly acting as their cover, making their closeness even more private.

Huo Ling'er's cheeks turned a shade of blush; she bit her lower lip, her eyes revealing a complex emotion of both shyness and anticipation. Her fingers gently caressed Yu Yuan's chest, as if exploring something.

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