1890: I'm in Hextech Brawl in America

Chapter 41 Heart-to-Heart Talk by the River

"Wow..."

Sarah stood by the creek, her bright green eyes, shimmering with the light of the water, now shining slightly, revealing a rare moment of emotion.

She looked at the tranquil stream flowing before her, her eyes softening considerably.

She had spent too long in that godforsaken place, Bilgewater, where she had seen countless storms, bloodshed, and filthy seawater that could soak a person's skin to rot.

She thought her heart had long since hardened like barnacles on a seaside reef, but she never imagined that such a simple, crystal-clear stream could so easily touch her heartstrings.

This tranquility, this purity, is a luxury that the pirate city, filled with bloodshed and betrayal, could never possess.

She took a deep breath, as if trying to etch the fresh scent of grass and trees into her lungs.

Then, she turned her head to look at the man beside her, a gentle smile playing on her lips, and asked softly:

"Jianqiu, who should shower first? Or... do you want to shower together?" Her voice was soft, as if afraid of disturbing the tranquility, but the content was still bold, "That would save more time, but... who knows, it might take longer~"

Seemingly captivated by the beautiful scenery, she spoke even these slightly suggestive and vulgar words so softly, as if she were whispering to her lover.

"I'm fine with either, it's up to you."

Fang Jianqiu just chuckled lightly, not flustered by her teasing. As he spoke, he began to unbutton his clothes without any hesitation.

He casually tossed his leather jacket, shirt, and trousers onto the grass by the shore.

Soon, he was left with only a pair of loose shorts, barefoot, and strode into the water.

The moonlight shone on him, outlining a perfectly sculpted male physique.

He was like a classical sculpture, with smooth, firm lines in his physique, every muscle perfectly proportioned, exuding explosive power and strength.

Broad shoulders, a taut waist and abdomen, and long, powerful limbs gleamed faintly in the moonlight, appearing and disappearing, exuding both a wild masculine beauty and a pleasing sense of harmony.

Sarah stood on the shore, looking at the man's perfect body, almost as if he had become one with nature.

She chuckled softly, her eyes filled with even more admiration, and then she took a step and followed.

Fang Jianqiu arrived at the stream, did a few simple stretching exercises to loosen up his muscles, and then stepped into the stream.

"Whew...that feels great!"

The moment I entered the water, a refreshing coolness rushed from the soles of my feet straight to the top of my head.

Although it is a summer night, the temperature difference between day and night is huge. If an ordinary person were to go into the water at this time, they would probably be shivering from the cold.

But Fang Jianqiu was different. His physique was incredibly strong after being enhanced in all attributes by the "Show Your Sword" skill. This chill was nothing to him; instead, it was like a refreshing tranquilizer.

He was completely submerged in the water, with only his head above the surface. The clear stream gently enveloped him, like a pair of tender little hands constantly washing over every inch of his skin, carrying away the sweat, grime, and deep-seated fatigue that had accumulated over the past few days.

He closed his eyes, exhaled a long breath, and completely relaxed, enjoying this rare moment of tranquility.

Sarah also arrived at the stream, but she was not as bold and unrestrained as she had described.

She first gently unbuttoned her ill-fitting coarse linen coat, revealing a tight, sexy black leather jacket underneath, then took off her wide-brimmed cowboy hat and casually hung it on a nearby tree branch.

As the hat was removed, her long, cascading, wine-red hair cascaded down like a waterfall, flying freely in the night wind.

The moonlight shone on her hair, creating a hazy glow.

At this moment, Sarah shed some of her sharpness and gained the charm of a mature woman. It was a mature beauty, vibrant and captivating, that could not be ignored. She was truly radiant and full of charm.

Then, she bent down, reached down and untied her queen-like high-heeled leather boots, taking off the black stockings underneath.

A pair of delicate, fair, and flawless jade feet were exposed to the air.

Those feet are really beautiful.

Her insteps were beautifully arched, and her skin was as white and tender as a freshly peeled egg, gleaming with a lustrous sheen in the moonlight. Her ten toes were round and adorable, and her nails were painted with dark red nail polish, adding to her alluring charm.

She rolled up the cuffs of her tight leather pants slightly, revealing a pair of long, straight calves.

Her calves were well-proportioned, neither too thin nor with any excess fat, exuding a healthy and vibrant beauty.

The moonlight shone on her legs, making even the moonlight pale in comparison. The beauty was devoid of any eroticism; it was purely an awe of the Creator's masterpiece. It was beautiful without being vulgar, and alluring without being obscene, making one want to admire it quietly without daring to desecrate it.

Sarah sat on a large rock on the bank and slowly dipped her perfect feet into the stream.

"Hmm~"

The moment the cool stream water touched her warm skin, the gentle touch made her hum softly.

She squinted slightly, enjoying the tingling sensation of the water flowing over her feet.

At this moment, two equally perfect and powerful individuals, one in the water and the other on the shore, were immersed in a wondrous and beautiful tranquility under the serene moonlight.

After a moment, Sarah slowly opened her eyes.

She looked at Fang Jianqiu in the water.

The man was standing in the middle of the stream, staring intently at her.

His gaze was bold and direct, roaming over her body without any attempt to conceal it, observing every inch of her skin, from her flowing red hair to her fair neck, and then to her little feet dangling in the water.

Sarah smiled charmingly.

She also unabashedly turned her gaze to Fang Jianqiu, shamelessly admiring the perfect muscle contours of the man that were faintly visible in the water.

"Jianqiu, is there something you want to say to me?"

She suddenly spoke, breaking the silence. Her mature voice, unique to a sophisticated woman, seemed to have been soaked in the stream, carrying a languid and comfortable quality that made one's bones melt.

Fang Jianqiu was somewhat surprised by the beauty's keen intuition, but not at all strange.

He nodded frankly, no longer hiding anything.

He gently paddled through the water, swam to the shore next to Sarah, turned around, let his back rest against the soft grass, half of his body submerged in the water, and looked up at Sarah sitting next to him.

"Sarah, you were summoned by me in a way that I myself cannot understand." Fang Jianqiu's voice was calm and serious.

"That force tells me that you will be my most loyal and trustworthy partner, and I believe that without ever doubting it. But... there's one thing I don't understand."

Fang Jianqiu paused for a moment, his gaze fixed on Sarah's profile, which was breathtakingly beautiful in the moonlight.

"Hehe, let me guess what you want to ask?"

Sarah quickly picked up where he left off.

"You want to ask me why I'm so enthusiastic towards Jianqiu, even... shamelessly throwing myself at him, is that it~?"

As Sarah uttered the word "passion," she slowly turned her head to look at Fang Jianqiu. Her emerald green eyes shimmered with a complex and intense light in the night, vivid and expressive, as if holding endless stories, reflecting the fiery and complex heart of this sea empress.

Fang Jianqiu nodded, without denying it.

"It's actually very simple."

Sarah gently swayed her feet in the water, creating ripples.

"When that unknown force awakened me and brought me before you, some memories appeared in my mind. I realized that my so-called first half of life, all those grudges and affections, those killings and betrayals, and even who I am, were actually created by someone. My life is like a script that was written long ago, with every step arranged clearly, full of absurdity and deliberateness."

Her voice held a hint of self-mockery, but quickly hardened again:

"But now, because of you, because of Fang Jianqiu, I have jumped out of that world. My life has a new beginning, with infinite possibilities! This feeling is like a bird hatching from its shell and breathing its first breath of fresh air. It is a... rebirth."

As she spoke, her eyes became exceptionally bright:

"And most importantly, I have someone I can trust! This trust is mutual and absolute. In Bilgewater, which was full of betrayal and scheming, I never dared to entrust my back to anyone, not even my most trusted subordinates."

"But with you... I can."

"I can trust you completely, depend on you completely, and even die for you, and you can do the same for me. This kind of unreserved trust is the most deadly poison for a pirate who is tired of betrayal and always on edge. It fascinates me and makes me addicted."

Sarah took a deep breath, as if to confirm this feeling once again:

"Just like this gentle stream, which can easily touch my heart, this feeling of being trusted, needed, and able to completely trust others is so wonderful."

Finally, Sarah's captivating smile returned: "New life excites me, and a partner I can completely trust fascinates me. Besides..."

Her body slowly leaned forward, pressing lower and lower, until her rosy lips were almost touching Fang Jianqiu's ear.

"My partner, Jianqiu, is such a handsome and strong man. Eating him would be a win for me; I wouldn't lose out at all!"

She breathed softly into Fang Jianqiu's ear.

The warm, sweet, and slightly moist scent hit his earlobe, sending a tingling, electric-like sensation through him.