Never Too Far Novel

Chapter 2044

Willow looked at the sunset and said, “I know that a big part of my current status comes from my family’s support and reputation. Still, I want to achieve something to showcase my efforts.”

Jasper understood her feelings and patted her hand reassuringly. “You have done more than enough.” He looked through her background, and whether it was because of her identity or family, she had contributed far more to society than most people.

Feeling encouraged, Willow raised her head and tried to seek his approval. “Really? Am I doing well?”

“You are a brave girl,” replied Jasper. It wasn’t ordinary for a 23-year-old girl to assemble a group of people to search for cultural relics by herself. Plus, she had already started recruiting participants a year ago, which showed her passion. Content held by NôvelDrama.Org.

Willow grinned and said, “My dad used to say I’m fearless since I was little. My parents were always worried about me.”

“I can tell.” Jasper chuckled.

“My mother used to say that no man would dare to be with me since I am such a wild girl. She even said I will never get married if I keep on being naughty.” Willow changed her voice, acting like her mother.

Jasper’s eyes darkened, and he asked, “How did you respond, then?”

“I told her I would not be getting married if that’s the case! Isn’t it fun to live a free life?” Willow smiled sweetly.

At that moment, Jasper’s eyes widened, and he wondered if Willow was actually being serious about it.

He couldn’t help but ask, “Aren’t you planning to get married?”

As Willow looked at the sunset in the distance, she replied, “The world is magnificent! I haven’t had enough fun yet! I’ll think about it when I’ve had my fill.”

Jasper looked at her adoringly as he thought, Sure. I will wait until you are ready.

Willow held his hand and said, “Let’s go! We should head back now.” She picked up her bag and was about to stand up when she noticed cracks on the ground. Feeling surprised, she approached it, wanting to examine the cracks. However, as soon as she stepped on the soil, it creaked as if it couldn’t bear the weight.

“Ah!” Willow’s eyes widened as she waved frantically. “Help me!”

“Willow!” Jasper immediately grabbed her hand and lifted her into his arms. Soon, the two disappeared right on the spot; what was replaced was a loose pit.

In the dim and dry soil, Willow’s face was pressed tightly against Jasper’s chest while he wrapped his arms around her securely.

“Are you hurt?” Jasper ignored the fact that he was covered in dirt and quickly checked on Willow.

“I’m fine. What about you?” asked Willow as she tried to raise her head.

“I’m fine. Don’t move. Let me clean up a bit,” said Jasper as he covered her head. He pushed away the soil around them and patted the dust off his head before helping her sit up.

Willow lifted her head from his embrace. Her face was clean, save for some dust in her hair. Jasper reached out and smoothed out her hair, cleaning it up.

On the other hand, Willow hurriedly took out some wet wipes from her bag and started wiping his face when she saw him covered in dirt.

“I’ll do it myself.”

“Don’t move. I got this.” Willow insisted as she gently wiped his face.

Jasper sat still like a well-behaved child, allowing her to clean his face. Once Willow was finished, she looked around. At that moment, her eyes widened in excitement. “It’s the tomb! We fell into the tomb!” she exclaimed. The light outside illuminated what seemed to be a well-preserved and dry chamber. It turned out that they had fallen into an underground tomb. The rainwater must have washed down the soft soil from the slope, covering the tomb and forming a thin layer of soil on top of it. That was why it couldn’t withstand their weight, causing them to fall in.