Chapter 123 Nocturnal Rhapsody

Chapter 123 Nocturnal Rhapsody

In a lavish, classic restaurant in Beijing, Long Tian and Li Yue'er were savoring a delightful dinner together.

Li Yue'er, draped in a purple gown with her silver hair cascading elegantly, exuded grace and beauty. Long Tian, donned in a sleek black shirt paired with long black trousers, looked equally refined.

The table before them showcased several empty dishes, evidence of the exquisite feast they had indulged in. They had been here for quite a while.

Long Tian delicately wiped the remnants of food from his mouth. However, his focus shifted as the melodic strains of music wafted in from the adjoining room. He cast a fleeting glance, and even from a distance, he discerned the presence of a dance floor.

The restaurant's ambiance was crafted to offer diverse entertainment choices, encompassing a sophisticated bar and an enchanting dance floor.

A warm smile graced Long Tian's face as he looked at Li Yue'er. "Would you like to dance?" he asked, his voice soft amidst the ambient music.

Li Yue'er, caught off guard while sipping her drink, almost choked upon hearing Long Tian's question. "Dance? I've never done that before," she said, her eyes wide with surprise.

"Then tonight will be a new experience for you; I will be your guide," Long Tian said, his smile widening, displaying his genuine enthusiasm.

Li Yue'er pondered for a moment, her curiosity piqued. It didn't seem like a bad idea after all.

"Alright, let's dance," she said, mustering up a smile.

Long Tian's smile deepened, and he gracefully stood up, extending his hand towards her. "Then, take my hand, milady," he said, his tone gentle yet confident. The chapters is up by N0vEI__bin

Li Yue'er smiled back, her nervousness easing as she took Long Tian's hand.

They both walked gracefully towards the next room, which was the dance floor. As they entered, the enchanting music played softly in the air. Long Tian guided Li Yue'er to the center of the dance floor, their hands interlocked.

"What should I do?" Li Yue'er inquired.

Long Tian's voice was soothing as he guided her, "Hold onto my shoulder."

Following his instructions, Li Yue'er placed her hand on Long Tian's shoulder. Their left hands intertwined, and together, they assumed the poised dance position.

"Simply follow my lead," Long Tian whispered.

Li Yue'er nodded while Long Tian started with the basic steps, leading her with confidence.

He guided her through the waltz, their movements synchronized and graceful. "Relax, Yue'er. Dancing is like a conversation; let the music guide you, and I'll be here to lead," Long Tian said, his voice soothing.

Li Yue'er, who had a good sense of understanding, immediately caught onto the rhythm of Long Tian's movements, especially with the music playing on the stage.

She smiled, gradually getting used to it. Her movements became smoother, perfectly synchronized with Long Tian's every step.

They gazed at each other with a closeness that made her heart beat faster. As they twirled and moved, their eyes met, and they smiled at each other.

With each passing moment, the atmosphere around them became filled with intimacy.

Long Tian looked at Li Yue'er with tenderness, while Li Yue'er began to feel comfortable in their dance embrace.

Presented with Long Tian's gentle touches, Li Yue'er felt herself melting into the comfort of the moment. She had never experienced anything like this before.

As time passed, they became lost in the dance.

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The night grew darker, bathed only in the soft glow of the moonlight.

With the music having ceased, it marked the conclusion of their dance session.

Long Tian and Li Yue'er released each other, their faces adorned with warm smiles.

"It's surprisingly enjoyable," she remarked.

"Would you like to do it more often? The more you become accustomed to it, the more you'll find yourself immersed in the joy of it," Long Tian suggested.

"Well, that sounds like a good plan," Li Yue'er agreed.

In the first bite, it tasted exquisite, yet he sensed an unusual energy permeating his body.

"What is this?" he inquired, intrigued.

"Care to guess?" Li Yue'er teased, her smile broadening.

"I'm not certain; it tastes like soul beast meat, but superior," Long Tian replied.

"Hehe, I utilized my World Tree martial spirit, enhancing and infusing energy into the ingredients and vegetables," Li Yue'er explained.

"What? You can do that?" Long Tian asked, his eyebrow raised in surprise.

"Yes, I've been experimenting with it for quite some time. The effects are impressive; it can significantly prolong your energy and stamina. It also seems to aid cultivation," Li Yue'er elaborated.

Hearing this, Long Tian grew even more impressed. Having Li Yue'er by his side was undoubtedly a wise choice.

"Now, can you prepare this every day?" he inquired.

"Absolutely," Li Yue'er affirmed.

"Great, it looks like I'll be dining out less often now that I have the best chef at home," Long Tian said, his smile widening.

Li Yue'er smiled in response, genuinely happy that Long Tian enjoyed her cooking skills.

In gratitude for providing her with a place to stay, training her, and assisting her in times of need, this was the least she could do for him.

Of course, she hoped to offer even more to Long Tian in the future.

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The sun climbed higher in the sky, and the clock read 7:15. Within the school premises, Long Tian and Li Yue'er sat in the car, driving straight to the parking lot and finding a spot to park.

Exiting the vehicle, they walked together. However, they noticed a familiar figure engaged in an argument with a security guard. It was Qin Chen.

Observing the scene, Long Tian stroked his chin, his grin widening. It appeared the security guard was fulfilling his duties effectively.

In the past few days since he and Li Yue'er had enrolled in school, Long Tian had instructed the headmaster and the security personnel to prohibit Qin Chen from entering. All of this was to prevent him from encountering Li Yue'er.

If Qin Chen met Li Yue'er, his plans would undoubtedly crumble.

"I'll meet him," Long Tian said.

Li Yue'er, however, gripped his hand, her expression filled with concern. "Please, don't hurt him, okay?" she said.

"Don't worry; we'll just talk," Long Tian reassured her.

With that, he walked towards Qin Chen.

Meanwhile, Qin Chen was seething with frustration. "I've already talked to Teacher Ning Yuan, and I've got permission. Why am I being denied entry now?" he said, his voice laced with anger.

"Don't ask me, son. You're not allowed in, so you're not allowed," the security guard replied firmly.

Hearing this, Qin Chen's frustration escalated. Despite having communicated with Ning Yuan and receiving permission not to attend school for the past few days, the security guard was now refusing him entry.

As he prepared to respond, his attention was abruptly drawn to Long Tian's arrival.

"Hey there, good morning, goldbags," Long Tian greeted, his smile mischievous.

Qin Chen, in contrast, appeared pleased. "Heh, it's quite lucky I ran into you, Long Tian. I've got what you desire; now, is our deal still on?" he said.

"Absolutely, once you provide me with that item, Li Yue'er will be yours," Long Tian replied.

"Meet me at my villa tonight," he added, handing Qin Chen a card with the address.

Qin Chen accepted the card, containing the villa's location. He grinned, saying, "Make sure you honor your word."

"You can count on it," Long Tian assured him.

"Hehe, then I guess I won't need to attend school today," Qin Chen remarked, then turned and left the school grounds.

Observing Qin Chen's departure, Long Tian's smile took on a mysterious quality. However, he didn't linger and promptly returned inside the school area.