Chapter 60 – Promise (2/2)

“I am a direct descendant of my family. When I was born, somebody put numerous seals on my body. If I want to breakthrough one level, I will have to spend extra effort on loosening or breaking the seals so I can access my Qi.” Lin Zi Yan continued, “However, I can use part of the sealed energy at random times, they are out of control. I have always wondered who put these seals on me and for what reason…”

It was an unexpected confession, and Ye Wei did not even understand half of what Lin Zi Yan was saying. He did know that Lin Zi Yan becoming a Warrior under these circumstances was quite astonishing.

“Just focus on training. When you are stronger and able to defend yourself, I might tell you more! I did loosen a couple seals today and got some of my power back from that. I will be stronger than I am now once my body recovers.” Lin Zi Yan smiled to cover up her worries; the past two days hadn’t treated her well.

“That’s good to hear!” Ye Wei nodded and replied. He then solemnly looked at Lin Zi Yan and continued, “Zi Yan, next time you attempt to break those seals, let me know in advance. I will come to guard you!”

Unsure about Ye Wei’s intention, Lin Zi Yan started blushing again, “Erm… Why?” She asked shyly.

Ye Wei’s face turned red and started stammering, “I… I’m just, just worried that you will get into an accident like this again…”

Lin Zi Yan was not sure whether to accept his offer or not. She would have to be in thin clothes when she trains again. She did not want to go through this embarrassing situation all over again.

“Zi Yan, I will get you another glass of water.” The awkward silence was getting to Ye Wei’s nerves; he thought she wanted to say no but couldn’t say it to his face. He stood up and tried to escaped downstairs

Just as he was leaving the room, Lin Zi Yan stopped him: “Ye Wei…”

“What’s the matter?” He turned around in confusion not knowing what to expect.

Lin Zi Yan looked toward Ye Wei with a soft gaze, “Ye Wei, I meant it earlier… Nobody can know about what happened today, not a single detail… We…” She didn’t know whether to tell how she felt about him.

“I know. This will be our secret!” Ye Wei was increasingly frustrated. He tried to stay calm, but it was just impossible. He stomped out through the doors right after he replied.

Lin Zi Yan could see Ye Wei was hurt, and her heart was hurting from feeling guilty for giving him so much information at once and pushing him away to an extent.

Ye Wei suddenly stopped by the door on his way out. He did not turn around, but he spoke loud enough for Lin Zi Yan to hear it, “I know I am not good enough for you both in terms of my family background and cultivation. You are in another world than me…”

“No… That’s not what I mean…” Lin Zi Yan’s eyes turned red, and her heart was aching. She couldn’t find the right words to explain how she felt.

“But…” Ye Wei took a deep breath and said with determination, “My family is not very powerful, but we will work our way up; I am weak, but I will keep training as hard as I can! I will catch up with you one day and even overtake you! I just got to know you not long ago, but you’ve become the most important girl in my life. We are more like brother and sister now, but when I am strong enough I will ask you out properly and hopefully you’d eventually become my wife…”

Ye Wei stormed downstairs after giving the speech.

Lin Zi Yan was not expecting a confession, and her face was as red as a cherry tomato. The sweet taste lingered in her mouth while a line of tears ran down her face.

‘Ye Wei, you are talented and hardworking, but you don’t understand how my family works… I can’t expose you to that kind of risk. I’m so sorry.” Lin Zi Yan sighed and wiped her tears dry.