Becoming a Saint From the Iron Armor Skill

Chapter 377: Chapter 195: Non-stop Cultivation

To avoid drawing attention, she had specifically gone to a secluded part of the mountain forest to cultivate.

This naturally did not escape Chen Cheng’s notice.

"You haven’t rested yet either?"

Shen Qingshuang said softly, her tone a stark contrast to her usual coldness, now tinged with a bit of awkwardness and unease.

Although the branches of this large tree were quite thick, there weren’t many suitable places to stand, and Chen Cheng had long since occupied them all.

If she wanted to come up into the tree, she would have no choice but to get closer to Chen Cheng—so close that they were less than three feet apart.

Shen Qingshuang was now twenty-three years old, but she had never been this close to a man before.

Suddenly exposed to the masculine, virile aura that constantly emanated from Chen Cheng, she was naturally unaccustomed to it.

Shen Qingshuang was devoted to cultivating the Martial Dao and clearly knew little about matters between men and women. She didn’t realize this was the natural scent of attraction.

But subconsciously, she didn’t want to leave. This aura gave her a wonderful feeling she had never experienced before; it was quite attractive to her.

And because of this naivety, she unconsciously moved a little closer to Chen Cheng again.

The majestic, towering peaks almost subjected Chen Cheng to their immense pressure.

The mix of her cold aura with a hint of temptation created a stark contrast, an interweaving of pristine purity and wild abandon.

It made Chen Cheng unconsciously look up!

It wasn’t that Chen Cheng lacked self-control, but rather a natural wariness toward an approaching enemy!

Sensing something was amiss with Chen Cheng, Shen Qingshuang’s cheeks suddenly burned, and she hurriedly took a step back.

And Chen Cheng, for his part, finally lowered his banner and silenced his drums, ceasing all hostilities.

Shen Qingshuang, after all, was a young woman in the bloom of her youth; she vaguely understood some things.

’A strong man like Chen Cheng possessed a True Dragon Qi that could not be offended.’

Feeling rather guilty, she quickly changed the subject, "Junior Brother Chen, are you trying to comprehend Sword Intent?"

In truth, Shen Qingshuang had only recklessly flown up to the tree branch to investigate because she had vaguely sensed a sharp edge, like Sword Intent, emanating from where Chen Cheng was hidden in the large tree.

But once she was on the branch, she didn’t sense any Sword Intent at all.

There was only Chen Cheng, who appeared deep and reserved, yet was filled with a fiery aura.

"I was just idle, so I was thinking back on some of the Martial Arts Skills I’ve cultivated," Chen Cheng replied casually.

"Oh." Shen Qingshuang murmured, doing her best to suppress the panic in her heart. She then said solemnly:

"Diligently cultivating the Martial Dao is a good thing, of course, but you must also balance work and rest.

Otherwise, if you become too exhausted, you could damage your body’s foundation, which would in turn affect your future Martial Arts Achievement.

You are only nineteen, yet you’re already a Muscle Strengthening Realm Martial Artist and have even developed Saber Momentum. You’ve already surpassed many people.

Even Shen Qingyao and I are not your match.

If you join the Great Dao Sect in the future, you might even have a chance to become a True Disciple.

So, you should be even more careful, in hopes of going further on the path of the Martial Dao in the future."

"Yes, I understand," Chen Cheng replied seriously.

Shen Qingshuang added a warning, "You must also be extra careful on this demon-slaying trip. Although Shen Qingyao and I are here and can probably protect you...

...the Demon Beasts are powerful and savage. Accidents are bound to happen, and there may be times when the two of us can’t look out for you.

If we’re fighting a Tier Three Demon, just make sure you stay far away."

Shen Qingshuang had always been as cold as ice, but now, acting completely out of character, she was nagging him endlessly.

This undoubtedly revealed one thing: Chen Cheng was very important in her heart!

Chen Cheng could also sense her affection and said with a serious expression, "Alright."

Shen Qingshuang nodded, then said with immense authority, "As for the people from the Jiang and Wang Families, you don’t need to worry. My Shen Family will absolutely not allow anyone to lay a single finger on you!"

The people from the Jiang and Wang Families she mentioned were, of course, Jiang Lang and Wang Xiongba.

’Shen Qingshuang always appears as cold as ice; who would have thought she also had such an adorable side?’

A sudden impulse moved Chen Cheng, and he wanted to step forward and pull her into his arms.

’Since Shen Qingshuang is genuinely protecting me, then I will genuinely protect her as well. This feeling is much deeper than my previous thought of simply returning a favor.’

Just then, a soft cough came from below the tree.

"Junior Brother Chen, we still have to travel tomorrow. You should get some rest."

Shen Qingyao’s voice was very low, but her beautiful eyes were staring intently at the two people on the branch, who were practically on top of each other.

Such a moonlit night was perfect for comprehending the Star Moon Realm. She, too, had just been in the mountain forest, practicing the Seven-Star Sword Technique for a while.

...

「The next day.」

At dawn, the Demon-slaying Team set off early and continued their journey. They once again didn’t stop at any posthouses, traveling over a hundred more li until nightfall before finding a place to rest by the official road.

After a full day, although no one in the team complained, the Skin Grinding Realm Martial Artists were even more exhausted.

The cargo horses all collapsed to the ground the moment they stopped, clearly exhausted.

Chen Cheng, however, was still full of vigor and once again took on the watch for the first half of the night.

The third day was the same.

Chen Cheng was still full of vigor and once again took watch duty.

By the fourth day, the way everyone in the team looked at Chen Cheng had completely changed.

Whether it was the older-generation Bone Forging Realm Martial Artists, the younger-generation Muscle Strengthening Realm Martial Artists, or the Skin Grinding Realm Martial Artists responsible for menial tasks—they all felt a heartfelt admiration for Chen Cheng.

Even Liu Ruofeng, the "Little Divine Arrow" known as the number one demon slayer of the younger generation, had proactively greeted him several times, always addressing him as Lord Chen!

On this day, the Demon-slaying Team once again did not stop at the posthouses along the way.

However, they stopped to rest a little earlier than on the previous days.

In the afternoon, the group stopped near a mountain ridge.

They had already reached the borders of Moshan County. Another day or two of travel would bring them to Moshan County Town.

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