Chapter 1499 - 1490: Journeying (2)

Chapter 1499: Chapter 1490: Journeying (2)

Before long, they arrived in front of the ginkgo tree. It was enormous, like a mountain, standing amidst a swirl of stars, almost reaching the starry dome.

Due to the immense size of the ginkgo tree, the surrounding stars appeared quite small.

From a distance, it seemed as though these stars, each spanning countless miles, were merely fruits hanging on the tree’s branches.

As they approached, each leaf emitted a fluorescent glow.

Thus, the entire tree was glowing.

Incredibly beautiful.

"I never expected a tree could grow so large!"

Qin Wudao examined the ginkgo tree before him, feeling even more aware of the universe’s vastness and mystery, just like the gigantic ginkgo tree in front of him—something he wouldn’t have imagined before coming here.

"Ah Jiu, look, there are so many paired paper cranes on the tree!"

Jade Snow Gentleman pointed at the pairs of paper cranes hanging on the ginkgo tree.

"Are you two interested in buying marriage cranes? It’s rumored that this ginkgo tree possesses mystical powers; as long as the marriage cranes are hung on the tree, the couple will surely be together!"

Before Qin Wudao could speak, a somewhat chubby middle-aged man approached, holding a bunch of paper cranes, and said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, one could immediately tell it was untrue.

Because Qin Wudao sensed the ginkgo tree and found no special powers, other than its size.

The so-called marriage cranes were merely a gimmick to enhance the product’s value and sell at a high price.

Just like offering incense at a temple—it’s a matter of ’faith’.

Some people believe it and will buy expensive incense to show their devotion to Buddha, while others who don’t believe it won’t buy any.

"Ah Jiu, let’s buy a pair too!"

Jade Snow Gentleman, seeing the marriage cranes, tugged at Qin Wudao’s clothes and said.

"Alright!"

Qin Wudao naturally wouldn’t refuse, so he asked the chubby man, "How much are they?"

"One thousand yuan stones per pair, no cheating!"

Hearing business was forthcoming, the chubby man’s smile widened, and he quickly took out a pair of marriage cranes, patting his chest and saying, "As long as you hang these marriage cranes on the tree, the Divine Tree will bless you to be together, with happiness and fortune!"

Qin Wudao tugged at the corner of his mouth!

But he said nothing more, for such matters are between a willing buyer and a willing seller.

He took out one thousand yuan stones and bought a pair of marriage cranes from the chubby man’s hand.

"Wishing you both endless happiness and may you soon have children!"

The chubby man was skilled in his craft and immediately offered blessings before happily departing.

Indeed,

Hearing the chubby man’s words, Qin Wudao’s spirits lifted. He felt that spending one thousand yuan stones was worth it, proving that sometimes, mood can determine one’s actions!

For affluent individuals, as long as it pleases them, they would willingly spend not just one thousand yuan stones, but even ten thousand.

"Ah Jiu, let’s each write a message, but without looking at each other’s, and then return in a thousand years to see how it turns out?"

Jade Snow Gentleman took a marriage crane, smilingly suggesting.

"Alright!"

Qin Wudao nodded.

They held the marriage cranes in their palms, using elemental energy as ink, writing down what they wanted to say.

Then, they exchanged a glance and simultaneously asked, "What did you write?"

As the words fell,

They both couldn’t help but laugh.

"In a thousand years, we’ll come back and see!"

Qin Wudao rubbed Jade Snow Gentleman’s head, then hung the pair of marriage cranes on a branch of the ginkgo tree, using elemental energy to lay a formation for protection against vandalism.

Whoosh!

A gust of starry wind swept through.

The ginkgo tree swayed in the wind, and the marriage cranes seemed to come alive, spreading their wings to fly.

Qin Wudao believed that each pair of marriage cranes represented a couple’s eternal vow, and the inscribed words were hopes for the future.

In an endless universe, cold and filled with slaughter and constant strife, this was like a haven.

People came with joy, stood beneath the ginkgo tree, and momentarily forgot about martial arts, power, and strife, immersing themselves in a land of gentleness, enjoying a brief moment of tranquility.

Qin Wudao and Jade Snow Gentleman stayed in the Celestial Tree Universe for half a month before leaving.

In the time that followed, they traveled through the starry skies with laughter and joy, exploring ancient ruins, crossing the sea of stars, feeling the cosmic winds, and camping in the wilderness...

They had no travel plans, because as long as they were together, anywhere they went became a beautiful scene.

Whether beautiful, desolate, or monotonous, in their eyes, everything was colorful...

The journey is where the scenery lies!

The one viewing the scenery resides in each other’s hearts!

Beautiful times swiftly passed by, and on the last night of their two-month journey, Qin Wudao and Jade Snow Gentleman reached a world at the far east of the Intermediate Universe.

They arrived at a grassland, with a lake not far away.

"Go!"

Standing by the lake, Qin Wudao, with sharp eyes and holding the Xuanyuan Sword, aimed, threw it, and caught a golden fish.

Jade Snow Gentleman sat on the side, a campfire crackling in front of them.

Qin Wudao placed the fish on the fire, took out various spices from his personal space, and evenly sprinkled them over the fish. Before long, an aroma mixed with a charred scent began to emerge.

A short while later, the grilled fish was ready, though it was a bit on the blackened side.

Qin Wudao grinned, not caring, and handed the fish to Jade Snow Gentleman.

Looking at the somewhat blackened fish, Jade Snow Gentleman hesitated but still reached out, tearing off a piece and placing it in their mouth, chewing gently.

"Fool, you’re still eating it when it’s burnt!"

Qin Wudao took the grilled fish back, threw it on the ground, and like performing a trick, pulled out a few lively fish, strung them on the Xuanyuan Sword, and handed it to Jade Snow Gentleman, saying, "This time, you grill!"

Jade Snow Gentleman rolled their eyes, took the Xuanyuan Sword, and started grilling over the fire.

Qin Wudao sat obediently on the side, waiting for the fish to cook, his eyes unblinkingly watching the fish sizzle, unable to help but swallow his saliva.

The two did not speak, one focused on grilling, the other intently watching.

"The moonlight is beautiful tonight!"

Suddenly, Jade Snow Gentleman looked up at the sky, where a crescent moon hung amidst the sparkling stars, bringing a sense of tranquility to the earth.

"If you like it, I’ll pluck it down and give it to you!" Qin Wudao said with a smile.

"Higher universes are very dangerous!"

Jade Snow Gentleman hesitated and said softly.

"I know!"

Qin Wudao nodded and said gently, "It’s precisely because it’s dangerous that I need to go. I hope to become strong enough so that ministers don’t have to fight to the death to protect me!"

"I sometimes think that if I were stronger, the ministers would have it much easier, and far fewer soldiers would die in every battle!"

"Also, Elder Jade wouldn’t have died..."

Saying this, a trace of regret and guilt passed over Qin Wudao’s face, and he said firmly, "The tragedy has happened once, I don’t want it to happen a second time, so I must become stronger!"

"Only then can I protect you well!"

"And protect the Qin Dynasty!"

Jade Snow Gentleman stared at Qin Wudao, saying nothing.

"The fish is burning!"

Qin Wudao sniffed the air and reminded.

"Ah!" ℯℯ𝑙.

Jade Snow Gentleman hurriedly flipped the fish over, sighed, and said, "I knew I couldn’t persuade you, just be careful when you go to the higher universe!"

"Don’t worry!"

Qin Wudao patted his chest and said with a smile.

"It’s done!"

Jade Snow Gentleman smiled gently, handed the grilled fish to Qin Wudao, who quickly grabbed it and started devouring it heartily.

After a few bites, he tore off half of the fish and handed it to Jade Snow Gentleman, saying with a smile, "Let’s eat together!"

Jade Snow Gentleman took the fish but didn’t eat it.

"Why aren’t you eating?"

Qin Wudao asked puzzled.

"I want to eat something better!" Jade Snow Gentleman licked their lips and smiled.

"What do you want to eat?" Qin Wudao asked curiously.

"You!"

Jade Snow Gentleman waved their delicate hand, releasing a surge of energy that enveloped the area for miles, then, under Qin Wudao’s stunned gaze, leapt up and snatched the fish from his mouth.

That evening, spirit dew fell, and a gentle breeze blew...

...

The next day.

As dawn broke.

Qin Wudao opened his eyes, looked at the person beside him, a hint of apology in his eyes, and turned to leave.

As soon as he left, Jade Snow Gentleman opened their eyes, saw the fish burnt not far away, and said softly, "The fish you grilled was really bad. When you get back, I’ll teach you!"

Qin Wudao didn’t go directly to the higher universe, but rather came to the starry sky and called out with authority, "Wen Tianxiang!"

"I am here!"

In the surrounding starry space, Wen Tianxiang’s figure appeared.

"Go and bring the Empress back!"

Qin Wudao commanded.

After saying this, as if he thought of something, he waved his right hand. A torrent of energy surged out, grabbing a bright moon nearby, and within a few seconds, it was forged into a Jade Pendant.

On the Jade Pendant, there were characters on each side.

The front read Qin!

The back read Jade!

The young man plucked the stars, forged the jade, and gifted it to his beloved!

"Also, give this Jade Pendant to her!"

Qin Wudao handed the Jade Pendant to Wen Tianxiang, took one last, reluctant look at the world below, and transformed into a streak of light, disappearing from sight.