Abyss Walker

Chapter 10 Life and Death: A Fleeting Moment

Yun Muhan understood that Mo Yu was able to become a powerful assistant in the complete annihilation of the Divine Lord in history not only because of his strategy and cunning, but also because he could always find a way to survive at critical moments.

Yun Muhan gently stroked Xi Ling's soft fur with his fingers, a gesture that seemed to bring him a little comfort.

His heart wavered between power and trust, knowing that any decision could have unpredictable consequences.

Xi Ling's movements broke Yun Muhan's reverie. He lowered his head, his eyes filled with deep affection and worry. His gaze was gentle and focused, as if the entire world had converged on this tiny life.

Every subtle movement of Xi Ling could attract his attention, and his heart beat in sync with Xi Ling's breathing.

Xi Ling opened her eyes, her eyes clear as a mountain spring, reflecting Yun Muhan's figure. Her voice was crisp and full of vitality, breaking the surrounding tranquility.

"Hey, Mu Han, why are you looking so worried? What are you worried about?" Her question was direct and sincere, without any pretense.

When faced with Xi Ling's question, Yun Muhan gave a wry smile.

He never intended to hide anything from Xi Ling; the trust between them was beyond words.

Yun Muhan sighed softly, his voice carrying a hint of helplessness: "I'm just thinking about how to handle the current situation. Mo Yu is really hard to fathom."

Xi Ling narrowed her eyes slightly; she seemed to understand Yun Muhan's predicament.

She gently patted Yun Muhan's chest with her little paws, as if giving him strength and support in her own way.

"Don't worry, Mu Han, no matter what happens, I will be by your side."

Yun Muhan felt a surge of power rising within him; Xi Ling's presence made him feel no longer alone.

He rallied, and no matter how difficult the road ahead, as long as Xi Ling was by his side, he was confident in facing all challenges.

"We now only have two options. One is to jump into the cave and try to find a writing brush, but that might be dangerous. The other is to kill the orcs around us and leave this place."

"Now it's up to you to choose, and I'll support you no matter what you choose."

Xi Ling's movements were gentle yet swift. Her body materialized in Yun Muhan's arms, as if a ray of light had instantly solidified into a physical form.

Their bodies were pressed tightly together, and Xi Ling's body temperature was transmitted to Yun Muhan through the thin clothes, bringing a strange sense of intimacy.

Xi Ling's gaze was firm and profound. She stared into the bottomless void, without a trace of fear in her eyes.

The hollow darkness seemed to recede under her gaze, and her eyes revealed a transcendent courage and determination.

Xi Ling slowly raised her hand, her fingers slender and jade-like, and gently touched Yun Muhan's chin with her fingertips. This gesture was both incredibly gentle and powerful.

Yun Muhan's chin was gently lifted by Xi Ling, and his gaze met Xi Ling's, both of their eyes filled with deep affection.

Xi Ling's fingers were cool and delicate. When they touched Yun Muhan's skin, it felt as if an electric current passed through him, making his heart beat faster involuntarily.

Xi Ling's face appeared even more exquisite in the dim light, and her skin seemed to radiate a faint glow under Yun Muhan's gaze.

Her eyelashes trembled slightly, her eyes gleamed with determination, and her lips parted slightly, as if silently proclaiming her resolve.

Under Xi Ling's gaze, Yun Muhan's face appeared even more handsome. His features were three-dimensional and deep, and his brows revealed a resolute temperament. His eyes held both deep affection for Xi Ling and a firm belief and expectation for the future.

The atmosphere between the two became unusually heavy. Everything around them seemed to stand still, leaving only the sound of their breathing and heartbeats.

"No matter what choice I make, you'll be with me, right?"

"Yes, I will always be with you."

"Then let's jump together! No matter what dangers lie ahead, I'll stay right behind you!"

The atmosphere between Yun Muhan and Xi Ling became unusually subtle at that moment.

Their breathing seemed to slow down, and the surrounding air seemed to freeze, leaving only their two heartbeats quietly accelerating.

Their lips slowly drew closer, almost able to feel each other's warm breath—a sweet premonition of impending contact.

However, at that very moment, Mo Yu's surprised gaze, like a cold wind, suddenly shattered the warm atmosphere.

Their bodies stiffened for a moment, as if they had been frozen in place by some kind of magic.

Their movements came to an abrupt halt, and even the tender embrace that was about to take place was interrupted by this sudden disturbance.

A hint of displeasure flashed in Yun Muhan's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by determination. He didn't say anything, but simply gently took Xi Ling's hand.

Xi Ling's hands were soft and delicate, a stark contrast to Yun Muhan's slender hands. His fingers intertwined tightly with Xi Ling's, conveying a silent comfort and strength.

Their eyes met; no words were needed, their hearts understood each other. Yun Muhan took a deep breath, then, with Xi Ling in tow, jumped without hesitation into the deep void.

Xi Ling showed no hesitation or fear; she trusted Yun Muhan and was willing to follow him anywhere.

After seeing the two jump down.

The orc Mo Yu burst into laughter: "Hahaha, this isn't an empty space at all, it's a black hole. The inside of a black hole contains infinite space. I did indeed find a pen, and I did indeed throw the pen into the black hole. Too bad you can't get it."

Mo Yu's laughter echoed in the empty space, his eyes gleaming with cunning, as if he were enjoying the moment of triumph.

His words carried a hint of mockery, as if he were laughing at Yun Muhan and Xi Ling's predicament.

Yun Muhan and Xi Ling's figures continued to fall under the gravity of the black hole, and the surrounding light gradually became distorted, as if even time itself became blurred at this moment.

Yun Muhan's movements were swift and decisive. He adjusted his posture in mid-air, tightly protecting Xi Ling in his arms. His arms were wrapped tightly around her, as if he wanted to use his strength to resist all dangers.

Xi Ling's body trembled slightly in Yun Muhan's arms. Tears welled in her eyes, and her lips were tightly pressed together, making her look somewhat guilty and helpless.

Her hair floated loose under the influence of gravity, a few strands gently brushing against Yun Muhan's cheeks, carrying a faint fragrance.

"Don't be afraid! I'm here, everything will pass."

Yun Muhan's voice was deep and firm, and his words were like a warm spring breeze, slowly dispelling the fear and self-blame in Xi Ling's heart.

His eyes were filled with determination and protection, and his gaze was fixed on Xi Ling, as if to tell her that no matter what happened, he would be by her side.

At this moment, everything around them became insignificant, leaving only Yun Muhan and Xi Ling's gazes at each other.

Their eyes were filled with trust and reliance, as if they were silently communicating their feelings to each other.

Yun Muhan's lips slowly approached Xi Ling's, his breathing becoming somewhat rapid, but his movements were exceptionally gentle.