Chapter 120: A Sea Voyage with Beauties

Shi Yan was carried by Xia Xinyan, speeding across the vast expanse of the Endless Sea, his expression one of shock and awe. The skeletal hand that tore through the void, radiating an earth-shattering demonic aura, had struck down Xiao Hanyi, who was at the Second Heavenly Rank. Such terrifying power sent a chill through Shi Yan’s heart, suddenly making him realize how far he still had to go on the path of martial cultivation.

Lost in astonishment, Shi Yan suddenly felt himself sinking. His complexion changed as he hurriedly looked at Xia Xinyan, only to see a streak of blood trailing down her neck, originating from the corner of her veiled mouth and flowing onto her porcelain-white skin.

“Are you hurt?” Shi Yan asked sternly.

“A demonic beam struck just now. I had no choice but to block it, and it injured my heart and lungs,” Xia Xinyan replied calmly. “My Reincarnation Martial Soul is fading. Once its power is completely drained, I fear I won’t even retain the strength of the Hundred Calamity Realm this time. We’re on our own now.”

Shi Yan’s heart tightened. Out here in the boundless sea, with no islands or ships in sight, and no way to fly freely, falling into the ocean meant a near-certain death.

He had hoped Xia Xinyan could find an island for them to rest on before her Reincarnation power vanished, but that hopeful wish seemed impossible now.

“I’m fading fast,” Xia Xinyan’s delicate body trembled, a shadow of sorrow flashing through her beautiful eyes. She glanced down at Shi Yan with a self-mocking smile. “I never thought I’d die with a lustful demon like you…” Before she could finish, her slender form began to sink rapidly, and even the strength in the jade-like hand holding Shi Yan seemed to ebb away.

Shi Yan’s face darkened. He suddenly grabbed Xia Xinyan’s delicate hand, and together they plunged down toward the sea below.

*Splash!* They hit the water with a powerful impact, plunging nearly ten meters before coming to a slow stop. The salty seawater rushed into Shi Yan’s mouth and nose, and the force made him swallow some seawater involuntarily, choking his breath.

Injured by the demonic light and suffering backlash from her Reincarnation Martial Soul, Xia Xinyan lost consciousness after the fall.

Underwater, Shi Yan’s expression grew solemn. Holding his breath, he tightly embraced Xia Xinyan, kicking his legs vigorously as he raced toward the surface.

He broke the surface with a gasp, greedily inhaling fresh air, floating with Xia Xinyan in his arms, his mind a whirl of confusion.

The endless sea stretched in every direction with no end in sight. To stay afloat, he had to keep moving his legs constantly, and when necessary, channel his essence energy to propel himself forward. If he couldn’t find an island or a ship to rest on, his stamina and energy would eventually be exhausted.

When that happened, they would likely drown together.

Shi Yan scanned the horizon—nothing but boundless water.

In his arms, Xia Xinyan’s eyes were tightly shut, the veil slipped away, revealing her peerless beauty. Her soaked clothes clung to her exquisite curves, alive with seductive allure.

Holding her, feeling the delicate contours of her body, even in this hopeless situation, Shi Yan’s blood stirred, his mind restless.

Xia Xinyan was a breathtaking beauty, and now with her wet clothes pressed against her flawless figure, her enticing curves seemed almost like a spell, capable of shattering any man’s reason and turning a gentleman into a wild beast.

Shi Yan forced himself to breathe deeply, determined not to indulge in such thoughts. He needed to find solid ground!

With a grim expression, he extended his spiritual energy in all directions. Wherever his energy passed, he detected numerous life waves beneath the sea—schools of fish.

Yet, despite spreading his spiritual energy over a radius of a thousand meters, Shi Yan found no solid objects, no footholds.

His legs kept kicking, his eyes flickering with determination. After a long moment, he gritted his teeth and headed east.

He gently turned Xia Xinyan over, resting her against his back as he swam.

Her full, supple curves pressed tightly against his broad back. Shi Yan could feel the softness of her form, and his heart trembled again, nearly losing control.

The woman on his back possessed an enchanting charm and a noble demeanor, her perfect curves radiating a majestic aura even in her unconscious state. Normally aloof and dignified, she now clung to him, her soft chest pressing against him—temptation he struggled to resist.

Shi Yan repeatedly warned himself not to let his thoughts wander, knowing this was no time for distraction, yet his mind betrayed him, captivated by her irresistible charm.

Straddling the waves, Shi Yan quickened his pace, channeling more essence energy into his legs, extending his spiritual energy further to search for any solid refuge.

In this effort, he battled his own reason, suppressing the overwhelming allure of the woman on his back—a grueling struggle.

The sun vanished behind clouds, a bright moon rose in the night sky, and countless stars sprinkled their celestial energy into Shi Yan’s body, converging in his heart.

Yet, despite having the Star Martial Soul within, he could not harness its power—unable to activate the Star Martial Soul’s might to aid their journey. He had tried many times in recent days but failed, cursing the Three Gods Sect in frustration and quietly giving up.

A whole day passed, Shi Yan still carrying Xia Xinyan, swimming eastward.

Another tireless day went by, his essence energy draining rapidly, nearing depletion.

His spiritual energy was exhausted, unable to spread further to scan the surroundings.

Now, he could only press forward, clinging to hope and luck that they might find an island or even a large rock to rest upon. Any solid ground would suffice to restore his strength, and he would be satisfied.

In the vast ocean, he dared not stop moving; should he cease, his body would sink.

Another day passed.

Essence energy in Shi Yan’s body was nearly gone, yet Xia Xinyan remained unconscious. Her internal energy was chaotic, clearly suffering severe backlash.

That day, Shi Yan grew mentally and physically exhausted, contemplating whether to activate his negative power to cope.

Activating this power would also cause backlash; it could grant him a burst of speed but, afterward, the backlash’s surge would flood his body with fatigue.

When that time came, he might truly sink to the ocean’s depths.

He considered using the Yin Pearl’s yin power, but its nature differed from essence energy and was too strange to activate his body or serve as a power source for rapid movement.

The star power gathered by his Star Martial Soul remained dormant without the martial spirit’s secret techniques. Without the Three Gods Sect’s martial soul secrets, controlling this force was impossible.

Late at night.

The moon, a perfect disc, hung in the sky among twinkling stars; the sea breeze carried endless beauty.

But Shi Yan had no leisure to enjoy the scenery. His face was dark, essence energy nearly spent. If he didn’t find a solution soon, he might not survive the night, sinking to the ocean floor.

He resolved that the moment his essence energy was depleted, he would immediately trigger his negative power.

“Shi… Shi Yan,” the beauty behind him murmured softly.

Shi Yan’s heart leapt with joy as he abruptly turned his head.

Xia Xinyan rested against his back, her head on his left shoulder. As he turned sharply, their lips accidentally met—a brief, unintended kiss.

Shi Yan felt as if struck by lightning. His eyes blazed with scorching light, but with strong willpower, he moved his neck to break the contact.

He saw anger burning in Xia Xinyan’s eyes as she glared coldly at him.

“I didn’t mean it,” Shi Yan said calmly. “I’ve been carrying you this whole time. If I wanted to take advantage, I would have done so already.”

Xia Xinyan’s expression shifted, her glare intensifying. She tried to struggle, attempting to get off his back.

As soon as she moved, her full bosom rubbed against Shi Yan’s back, igniting his desire further; the heat in his eyes flared stronger.

“Don’t move,” Shi Yan almost groaned, his face flushed crimson, voice hoarse. “Unless you’re fully healed, it’s best you don’t move. If you don’t want something to happen to you!”

The raw desire in Shi Yan’s eyes made Xia Xinyan immediately realize the danger.

In an instant, her pale cheeks flushed a striking red.

Xia Xinyan was overwhelmed with shame.

As the pride of the Xia family’s new generation, she had trained rigorously, enduring hardships beyond ordinary endurance. Gifted with extraordinary talent, she became the family’s leading figure.

She had devoted herself solely to cultivation, never entertaining romantic feelings, looking down on all men.

Yet now, pressed against the youth she called a lustful demon, her most sensitive parts had granted him a first taste of pleasure.

Xia Xinyan was mortified. Were her strength restored, she would have strangled Shi Yan on the spot.

She glared fiercely, her face growing redder, breathing quickening, anger and humiliation mingling until she felt murderous rage.

“Uh…” Shi Yan’s expression turned strange, his eyes burning fiercely as he stared at her. “You’re reacting too? You want it as well?”

“Shut up!” Xia Xinyan spat, furious enough to vomit blood. “I’m mad at you! Why are your thoughts so filthy!”

Shi Yan’s expression faltered but he remained shameless. “Well, I guess we won’t survive the night. You’re so beautiful and innocent—dying like this would be a pity even in the underworld. Since we’re doomed, I might as well be merciful and let you taste a man’s touch. No need to thank me; I’m happy to satisfy you.”

“Shut up!” Xia Xinyan struggled, shouting, “I’d rather die than give you the chance! Put me down! Let me sink cleanly to the ocean bottom!”

“Whoa!” At that moment, Shi Yan suddenly shouted, “We’re saved!”

P.S.: That’s all for today’s two chapters. Please allow me to rest a bit—I’ve caught a cold, a real one, I swear not an excuse. My nose won’t stop running. Sorry to all readers. Bowing in apology. Signing off…