Breaking through the illusion of the mortal world

Chapter 77 Blushing Again

The next morning, as soon as the sky began to lighten, Lu Ming got up.

The streets were already bustling with people, and he headed straight for the teleportation plaza in the west of the city.

The enormous white jade plaza appeared even more magnificent in the morning light, with several towering teleportation gates standing silently like giant beasts, their engraved array patterns shimmering in the sunlight.

Many monks have already gathered in the designated area to wait.

Lu Ming found the waiting area corresponding to the teleportation array to Tianque City and stood in an inconspicuous corner. He concealed his aura, not wanting to attract attention.

However, his body had already reached the Great Perfection of the Body Tempering Realm and had been transformed by divine blood. The unique martial arts essence and extraordinary temperament emanating from him would still attract the attention of some discerning experts.

As the hour of Chen approached, the stewards responsible for maintaining the formation began to get busy, and the square became even more lively.

Just then, a clear bell rang out from afar.

Lu Ming's heart stirred slightly, and he looked up.

Ning Qingxue was slowly walking towards them.

She was still wearing a long dress today, which shimmered in the morning light. The silver bell on her wrist made a pleasant sound with each step, instantly attracting the attention of some of the cultivators present.

Behind her followed a woman in a light purple dress, her face veiled, her aura profound.

Ning Qingxue ignored the gazes around her and focused her attention precisely on Lu Ming in the corner.

A sly smile played on her lips as she walked straight toward Lu Ming.

"Hey, Lu Ming." She stopped in front of Lu Ming, tilted her head slightly, and looked him over. "What a coincidence, you're going to Tianque City too?"

Lu Ming didn't expect her to take the initiative to talk to him, especially in front of everyone.

He felt all eyes on him instantly, making him extremely uncomfortable.

He tried to remain calm and nodded: "Yes, Miss Ning."

Ning Qingxue seemed oblivious to his embarrassment, instead taking a step closer, her bright eyes fixed on his face, her tone tinged with a hint of mockery:

"I was just wondering, when you see a girl during the day, do you still blush easily like you did last night?"

"Huh?" Lu Ming was a little surprised, he really didn't expect Ning Qingxue to greet him like that.

Her words, warm and gentle, brushed against Lu Ming's ear.

But such a straightforward question caught Lu Ming off guard.

Lu Ming instinctively wanted to deny it or avoid eye contact, but the girl's piercing gaze and smiling lips seemed to have a magical power, making his cheeks feel uncontrollably burning slightly.

He subconsciously turned his head away, trying to avoid that burning gaze, but a blush honestly rose at the base of his ears.

"Haha, just as I thought!" Ning Qingxue chuckled as if she had discovered something extremely interesting. Her voice was as clear as a silver bell, carrying a sense of triumph.

"You really do blush as soon as you speak! Have you gone crazy from practicing cultivation? You're so easily teased."

Lu Ming felt even more embarrassed by her laughter, wishing he could disappear into a crack in the ground. He could only keep a straight face and force himself to remain calm as he looked in the direction of the teleportation array, hoping that the array would activate as soon as possible.

Seeing his expression, Ning Qingxue seemed even more amused and wanted to say something more.

Just then, a loud voice came from the direction of the teleportation array: "Those heading to Tianque City, bring your jade tokens and enter the array in order!"

The waiting monks immediately sprang into action.

Lu Ming felt as if he had been granted a pardon, and hurriedly said to Ning Qingxue:

"Miss Ning, the formation has been activated." He wanted to blend into the crowd immediately and escape this embarrassing situation.

"Hey, what's your hurry?" Ning Qingxue persisted, still following beside him as they walked towards the teleportation array, her eyes holding a hint of a smile and a touch of arrogance. "How interesting."

The gazes from those around them became more intense, many of them filled with envy.

Lu Ming felt his face getting even hotter, so he could only bury his head in his hands and quicken his pace, wishing he could disappear into the teleportation portal immediately.

The woman in purple followed Ning Qingxue silently, her gaze beneath the veil calm and unwavering, as if she were already used to this scene.

When it was Lu Ming's turn, he practically rushed to hand over the jade talisman. After the steward verified it, Lu Ming was about to step into the light gate.

"Wait for me!" Ning Qingxue's voice was filled with laughter. She handed over the jade talisman, and the person in charge became noticeably more respectful upon seeing it, quickly verifying it.

She quickened her pace, standing shoulder to shoulder with Lu Ming again. Just before stepping through the portal, she turned to him with a sweet smile and whispered, "You look quite cute when you blush."

Having said that, before Lu Ming could react, she flashed and disappeared into the rippling light gate. The woman in purple followed closely behind.

Lu Ming stood there, feeling a burning sensation on his face where her words had touched. Under the steward's urging gaze, he suppressed the turmoil in his heart and stepped into the teleportation portal.

A familiar feeling of being pulled apart came over me, and the surrounding light distorted and changed.

Lu Ming steadied his mind and silently circulated his spiritual energy to protect himself.

In this bizarre and fantastical spatial passage, he could still feel the fragrance of flowers ahead, and Ning Qingxue's playful smile and words echoing in his ears.

As the surrounding light stabilized and he felt solid ground beneath his feet, Lu Ming found himself standing in the teleportation plaza of another magnificent city.

The air here is much more humid, a stark contrast to the dry, cold north.

We've arrived at Tianque City.

He subconsciously looked to his side and saw Ning Qingxue standing not far away, watching him with a leisurely air.

When she saw him looking at her, her clear, cool eyes curved into a smile, as if to say, "Look, you're blushing again."

Lu Ming immediately looked away, feeling helpless. This girl named Ning Qingxue was beyond his ability to handle.

"Let's go, you blockhead." Ning Qingxue snorted lightly, her tone still arrogant, but she no longer looked at him. She and the woman in purple walked straight out of the square, the crisp sound of bells fading into the distance.

Lu Ming watched their figures disappear into the crowd, let out a long sigh of relief, and at the same time felt a strange emptiness in his heart.

He shook his head, casting aside these distracting thoughts, and stepped into the bustling world of Tianque City.