Halloween Birthday

Chapter 3

Wei Ying is losing control, and his only thought right now is, "Over my dead body, will you take what is mine,"

Lan Zhan grabs Wei Ying by his shoulders. "Wei Ying, look at me, focus."

Wei Ying's eyes are everywhere searching, searching for the person who wants his soulmate. Lan Zhan can not make him listen. Finally, in a soul-searing kiss that brings Wei Ying to his knees, he looks up to Lan Zhan. Lan Zhan cups his face, "You are the Yiling Patriarch, Grand Master of Demonic Cultivation. You have no equal, but more importantly, I Will. Have. No. One. But. You.

Wei Ying's mind is a mess. This was never expected. Hearing more laughter, his heart begins to race; it angers him, and it makes him see his weakness, and yet at the same time, Lan Zhan is his strength.

Lan Zhan shakes Wei Ying till he finally focuses on him. 

"Do you remember the Yiling Patriarch that walked out of the Burial Mounds the first time? Do you remember how focused on revenge you were? How dangerous had you become? How unyielding you were? 

Wei Ying, looking deep into his husband's eyes, nods slowly.

"Be that Wei Ying again; be focused, be dangerous. Leave no enemy behind. Bring your darkness; it is yours to command."

"You are right, Lan Zhan."  He stands up, and with an evil smile, he turns away from Lan Zhan, ready to fight.

Wei Ying's eyes glow even redder, and the red and black smoke surround them. As they embrace, Lan Zhan's blue essence entwines with Wei Ying's. Together, they are one and invincible.

Suddenly, a loud growling can be heard, making the ground tremble beneath them. It becomes louder and closer. Now, in front of them is a hideous-looking monster.  It is an ancient mythical creature known as a Pixiu dragon.

It has the body of a mighty lion and the wings of a dragon. Its claws are long and sharp; It is more significant than a jingshi. It has long, protruding fangs used to collect demons and evil spirits and draining them of their essence. They are considered powerful protectors of the souls of the dead. It can also bring good luck to those in need, but its mind has been altered.

From behind, the monster steps out, a handsome man by most standards. His eyes and mouth show his cruelty. His smile is dangerous and cold. 

He bows to Lan Zhan and Wei Ying, "Let me introduce myself. I am Xi Lin. This wonderful creature belongs to me. Through many spells, I have become its master. It will only do my bidding. His sole purpose now is to give me the things I want. I want to destroy you, and I will have your title, and your husband will become mine."

Lan Zhan leans to Wei Ying and whispers, "Remember who you are. Call upon the darkness; you are its master. We came here together; we will leave here together."

Wei Ying locks eyes with Lan Zhan and says, "Do you mind if I give my husband one last kiss" Just in case you  actually win?"

Xi Lin laughs, "I will give you one last moment; after that, he belongs to me!"

While kissing Wei Ying deeply, Lan Zhan infuses his qi into him. While Wei Ying is otherwise occupied, Lan Zhan steals the Oblivion talisman from Wei Ying. He knows he has just broken about a hundred rules, but he doesn't care. Wei Ying is his to keep safe should the unthinkable happen.