Chapter 33

As Lin Qin played a tune, although it made Lin Zheng and the other person somewhat embarrassed, the laughter of the crowd quickly brought everyone closer together. After listening to the music, Li Ruoshui completely relaxed. It was then that Lin Zheng understood Lin Qin's intentions and, when no one was looking, secretly gave Lin Qin a grateful look. Lin Qin accepted it calmly, returning a look that indicated Lin Zheng owed her a big favor, and then proudly held her head high like a peacock, following everyone to the hall!

Lin Zheng smiled helplessly and followed everyone to the hall. During the conversation, the elders found various reasons to leave, leaving a group of young people in the hall. The topics quickly became lively, and the innocence revealed by three little kids when they tried to act like adults made the atmosphere even more warm and lively!

Li Ruoshui watched Lin Zheng laugh heartily and chat with everyone, feeling a warmth in her heart. In the past, Lin Zheng only truly opened up when he was with her and the fat guy. Now, he seemed to be filled with joy all the time. Li Ruoshui smiled gently, her face full of warm happiness. Although this scene did not catch Lin Zheng's eye, it was noticed by the people around, who felt even more fondness for Li Ruoshui!

The group chatted until lunchtime, when the conversation gradually slowed down. The table was still lively, and Lin Zheng and a few others chatted happily. Li Ruoshui kept serving Lin Zheng food and also took care of the three little kids sitting next to her. Li Ruoshui was very graceful and composed, showing no signs of awkwardness. She occasionally joined in the conversation, especially with Lin Qin, with whom she had a very enjoyable chat about ancient poems and music. Lin Qin was very fond of the Yaogu, but the tunes she knew were all from ten thousand years ago. Li Ruoshui, on the other hand, knew the tunes from this continent. Both were very knowledgeable about the Yaogu, and they felt a deep connection, eventually leading Lin Qin to push Lin Zheng aside and continuously ask Li Ruoshui about the tunes she knew!

Li Ruoshui answered all of Lin Qin's questions, and occasionally Lin Qin would ask about a tune. Although Li Ruoshui was familiar with the tunes, she knew very little about the ancient ones from ten thousand years ago. Many of the tunes that had been passed down were altered or incomplete. Hearing Lin Qin recite complete ancient tunes, Li Ruoshui was surprised, thinking that even many ancient families today did not have as many ancient tunes!

Li Ruoshui looked around, realizing that Lin Zheng's family was not as simple as the small village they lived in. Whether it was their manners, behavior, or demeanor, they were far superior to her own family. Li Ruoshui smiled helplessly, thinking that Lin Zheng's family must be quite remarkable!

Just as Li Ruoshui was about to收回目光, she seemed to notice something surprising but was unsure. She just stared at the person, her mind racing with thoughts!

"Little girl, I visited your home a few years ago, don't you remember? I played a significant role in bringing you and Little Zheng together!" The fortune-teller said playfully, sipping his wine and looking at Li Ruoshui!

"Oh, you're the half-immortal from back then? I'm truly grateful." Li Ruoshui's face showed surprise as she stood up and bowed gracefully!

Everyone was very interested and asked questions one after another. Lin Zheng glanced at his third grandfather and then at Li Ruoshui, seeming to understand something!

"Do you all remember the time I traveled to the Western Regions a few years ago?"

Seeing everyone nod, the old man continued, "I stayed at the Li family for a few days back then. I met this girl, Li Ruoshui, and it was rare to see such a pure child. So I divined for her, and it turned out that her fate was somehow connected to our Little Zheng. I told her family that Wukong Mountain could find her true love! Ha, I didn't expect Little Zheng to actually end up with her. What do you think, did I do a good job?"

Lin Zheng showed a look of "I knew it," and reached across Lin Qin to hold Li Ruoshui's hand. Li Ruoshui felt a sweet warmth in her heart, thinking, "Fate! Wonderful and indescribable!"

Their hands gripped tighter, and Lin Qin stood up, saying, "Hey, you're ignoring me! Fine, Third Brother, you sit here. We'll chat more later, Li Ruoshui!" Lin Qin pushed Lin Zheng to sit next to Li Ruoshui, and Lin Qin pretended to be upset, sitting between Lin Dao and the others.

Everyone was delighted, and the atmosphere became even more lively!

Lin Zheng didn't hesitate, sitting down next to Li Ruoshui. Lin Chu, Lin Zheng's uncle, said, "Since you're part of the Lin family now, Li Ruoshui, don't be so formal. I heard you plan to return home in a year. We'll have Lin Zheng and a few others go with you to meet our in-laws!"

"Li Ruoshui, this is a small token from our elders, a welcome gift!" Lin Zheng's third aunt came to Li Ruoshui's side, handing her an antique box. She playfully swatted Lin Zheng's hand away, saying, "Little Zheng, can't you let go?"

Lin Zheng reluctantly let go of Li Ruoshui's hand, and Li Ruoshui took the box with both hands. She looked at it, her hands trembling, and said in disbelief, "Could this be Tianli wood? This is too precious!" Li Ruoshui looked at Lin Zheng's third aunt, unsure of what to do!

"This box is made from the branch of a Tianli tree, but it's not that surprising, right?" Lin Zheng laughed beside her!

"Well, you don't know that the Tianli tree is extremely rare nowadays. Any part of it that appears on the market will be fought over. It's a divine object that can help one understand the Dao. Every line in it contains the essence of heaven and earth. If a cultivator has a piece of Tianli wood, they have a good chance of breaking through. If a Sub-Sage gets it, they might even reach the Sage level! Even a Sage-level expert would find it easier to break through each time!" Li Ruoshui said helplessly, almost dropping the box in shock!

Is the Tianli tree so rare now, or is it just rare in the lower realms? I remember the Black Room was built with Tianli wood! Of course, Lin Zheng could only think this to himself. Even if the Lin and Yue families were in decline, some of their possessions would still cause a stir if revealed!

"Li Ruoshui, open it and take a look. Auntie wouldn't just give you a box!"

Li Ruoshui patted her chest to calm down, then slowly opened the box. A peaceful and serene aura emanated from it. She opened it fully, and a faint green light enveloped the box. The aura made Li Ruoshui feel an unprecedented calm. Inside the box, a green bracelet was wrapped in silk. Li Ruoshui instinctively picked it up and examined it. The bracelet was not a typical one; it was in the shape of a crescent moon, emitting a soft light. The bracelet seemed to contain a gentle starlight, with the light points shimmering in harmony with the shape of the bracelet, as if a piece of the cosmos was condensed within the crescent moon bracelet!

Li Ruoshui's eyes shone with joy as she thanked Lin Zheng's third aunt repeatedly, but she felt the gift was too precious and her expression seemed a bit unnatural!

"Li Ruoshui, every Lin family bride has a Phoenix Moon Bracelet. Keep it well!" Lin Zheng's third aunt raised her wrist, showing a bracelet identical to Li Ruoshui's.

"Auntie, I didn't know there was such a rule?"

"Do you know all the rules of the Lin family? Have you ever seen this before?" Lin Zheng's third aunt tapped his forehead, scolding him playfully.

"Well, I was young back then." Lin Zheng said sheepishly, turning to Li Ruoshui, "Li Ruoshui, put it on." He took her left hand and gently placed the bracelet on her wrist. Li Ruoshui didn't resist, her face tinged with a light blush and a faint smile, thinking, "Am I now a Lin family bride?"

Li Ruoshui thanked Lin Zheng's third aunt repeatedly and then bowed to the elders before sitting down to admire the bracelet. She knew that a bracelet preserved in a box made of Tianli wood must be extraordinary!

"Hey, Li Ruoshui, should I call you sister-in-law now?" Xuanxuan, a little girl, asked in a childish voice, snuggling up to Li Ruoshui!

"Um." Li Ruoshui made a soft sound, picked up Xuanxuan, and gently wiped the food crumbs from her face, her face full of joy.

Everyone laughed again.

After the meal, Li Ruoshui helped clear the table and then walked around the village with Lin Zheng.

Lin Zheng looked at Li Ruoshui and said, "Li Ruoshui, do you have a lot of questions?"

"Yes, I do, but I don't know how to start."

"Then don't ask for now. I'll tell you everything when the time is right. If I tell you now, I'm afraid you'll be in danger, and my current strength is too low!"

"Okay, I'll wait for you to tell me. Actually, these things aren't important. As long as we're happy together, that's all that matters!"

The two walked and talked as they strolled through the village. After a while, Lin Zheng remembered he needed to arrange a place for Li Ruoshui to stay. He pulled her to find Lin Qin, who was practicing the music Li Ruoshui had just taught her. Seeing the two arrive, Lin Qin happily pulled Li Ruoshui to ask about the music, leaving Lin Zheng to smile helplessly on the side!

"Hey, Lin Qin, can we find a room for Li Ruoshui first? Prepare it, and then we can talk, okay?"

"Oh, Third Brother, you're so annoying. Just stay with me. My house is big and spacious, and all the living essentials are there. Plus, I can keep Li Ruoshui company."

Lin Zheng thought about it and agreed. Just as he was about to speak, Lin Qin said, "Third Brother, let's go. We have important things to discuss. Close the door when you leave!" Then the two began a heated discussion. Lin Qin pulled out a music book, which greatly interested Li Ruoshui. The two chattered away, engrossed in their conversation!

Lin Zheng had no choice but to leave the room, closing the door and seeing Li Ruoshui look up and give him a playful smile before continuing her conversation with Lin Qin!

Standing outside, Lin Zheng truly felt that after the morning, Li Ruoshui had been gradually accepted by everyone. She was starting to integrate into the Lin family, and this felt very good, like the warmth of family. This was largely due to Li Ruoshui's gentle nature. Lin Zheng took a deep breath, feeling a weight lift from his heart, and smiled as he walked toward the village square!

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