Chapter 40 I Loved You

Wu Na's body stiffened instantly. She felt Mu Xuan's breath brush gently against her ear, carrying a hint of coldness. Her heart raced, as if it would leap out of her chest.

Mu Xuan's voice was deep and magnetic, as if it possessed a magic that Wu Na could not resist.

"Since you truly loved me, then use your last bit of sincerity to do me a favor."

Wu Na suddenly looked up at Mu Xuan, her eyes filled with doubt and unease.

However, when she saw Mu Xuan's deep and determined eyes, she seemed to be drawn by an invisible force and nodded involuntarily.

"I am willing to return the position of sea god to you."

However, Mu Xuan shook his head. "No, that's not what I want."

Luo Qing looked at Mu Xuan with suspicion. What kind of request would he make? The next second, her eyes widened.

Because she heard Mu Xuan say to Wu Na, "I want you to sign a contract and willingly become my slave."

Wu Na's body trembled even more violently. She bit her lower lip tightly, trying to hold back the tears that were about to well up.

She looked into Mu Xuan's hateful eyes and gave a bitter smile. She knew she had no way out and could only do as Mu Xuan asked.

Mu Xuan slowly reached out and gently grasped Wu Na's wrist.

Wu Na closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and then slowly opened her eyes to look at Mu Xuan.

A resolute light shone in her eyes, as if she had already made up her mind. She nodded slightly, then extended her hand and firmly grasped Mu Xuan's hand.

At that moment, a mysterious power seemed to permeate the air, causing both of their heartbeats to quicken.

Mu Xuan looked into Wu Na's eyes and slowly said, "Then, let's begin now."

As he finished speaking, a powerful energy surged from his hand into Wu Na's body.

Wu Na felt as if her body was bound by an invisible force, making her unable to move.

Her body trembled slightly under the impact of this energy, but she did not back down or resist.

A hint of satisfaction flashed in Mu Xuan's eyes. He gently took Wu Na's hand and said softly, "Wu Na, remember, this is your own choice. From now on, you will be my loyal servant and must obey my orders."

As he finished speaking, a powerful surge of energy erupted from their hands, forming a dazzling light.

As the light gradually dissipated, a black mark appeared on Wu Na's palm. Her body seemed to become even stiffer, and her eyes held a hint of confusion and obedience.

"It's getting late, you should go back and rest." Mu Xuan nodded to Luo Qing and Qi Ru and began to urge them on.

Luo Qing took Qi Ru's hand and released Fang Tai, Mo Ming, and Mu Qi Meng, who had been sleeping in her backpack. They were still in their mermaid form.

"My three teammates became like this because of the curse of the sea god, look."

Before Luo Qing could finish speaking, Mu Xuan interrupted her, "No problem."

He patted Wuna's hand, signaling her to lift the curse.

Wu Na stood still, "I don't want to. They, the merfolk, killed my sister. They deserve it."

Qi Ru couldn't help but retort, "Isn't it because they themselves wanted to attack the Merfolk? We were just resisting, is that wrong?"

Qi Ru's words echoed in the air, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples.

Wu Na's face instantly darkened, her eyes flashing with anger and resentment. She stared intently at Qi Ru, as if trying to see right through her.

Suddenly, she stretched out her hand, and a powerful energy surged from her palm.

This energy permeated the air, carrying a hint of coldness and killing intent.

Qi Ru felt the oppressive force of this energy, and her face instantly turned pale.

However, just as Wu Na was about to launch her attack, Mu Xuan suddenly appeared between the two.

He reached out a hand and gently grasped Wu Na's wrist.

"Enough, Wuna!" he said, his face darkening.

Wu Na was startled by Mu Xuan's sudden appearance and stern tone, and she stared at him with wide eyes.

Mu Xuan's eyes were deep and cold as he stared intently at Wu Na, as if trying to see through her inner thoughts.

With a gentle wave of his other hand, a soft energy flowed from his fingertips, protecting Qi Ru and Luo Qing behind him.

"I know you are in pain from losing your loved ones, but the Merfolk are innocent. Remember, Wu Na, your anger and hatred cannot be a reason for you to hurt others." Mu Xuan's voice was deep and powerful, each word like a heavy hammer striking Wu Na's heart.

His words made Wu Na's body tremble slightly. She bit her lower lip tightly, and a struggle and pain flashed in her eyes.

However, under Mu Xuan's gaze, she finally lowered her head slowly and loosened her clenched fists. "Alright, I will lift the curse."

Wu Na took a deep breath and closed her eyes.

Her hands began to slowly form hand seals, and a mysterious power emanated from her body, gradually enveloping the entire room.

Luo Qing and Qi Ru watched Wu Na nervously, wondering what she would do. Mu Xuan stood to the side, his eyes deep, as if waiting for something.

Suddenly, Wu Na pushed her hands forward with all her might, and a dazzling light shot out from her palms, then scattered into fragments.

The curse of the merfolk was finally lifted, and a warm power, like the spring sunshine, shone down on the three people on the ground.

The light gradually faded, revealing Fang Tai, Mo Ming, and Mu Qimeng in their restored human forms.

They slowly opened their eyes, their gazes filled with confusion and bewilderment.

Looking at the unfamiliar surroundings and their teammates in the distance, they couldn't help but smile at each other, as if all the pain and troubles had vanished at that moment.

Luo Qing and Qi Ru quickly stepped forward and excitedly grasped their hands.

With tears glistening in her eyes, Luo Qing smiled and said, "That's great, you're finally awake."

Qi Ru couldn't help but sigh, "Yes, we're finally reunited."

Luo Qing led the group out, saying, "Then we'll be leaving now. You all get some rest, we won't disturb you any longer."

Once they arrived at their room, they finally relaxed.

Fang Tai chased after Luo Qing, asking what was going on. Mo Ming and Mu Qimeng also looked at them, clearly curious as well.

"Don't rush, don't rush, let Qi Ru check you out first," Luo Qing said with a smile.

Fang Tai and the other two sat quietly by the bed as instructed, waiting for Qi Ru's examination.

Luo Qing stood to the side, a hint of worry in her eyes, but she tried her best to remain calm. The atmosphere in the room was somewhat tense, yet also held an indescribable warmth.