Just as Ao Yunyu, filled with curiosity, was steadily walking along the winding path toward the beautiful villa, on the other side, Licia had just finished a sumptuous breakfast and cheerfully skipped out of the spacious and bright kitchen. She also took light steps toward the door, ready to begin her day's adventure.

As if guided by some mysterious force, their footsteps moved in an uncanny rhythm, their pace perfectly synchronized. As their footsteps rose and fell, the distance between them gradually decreased until they arrived at the door simultaneously.

In that instant, Licia yanked the doorknob, and almost simultaneously, Ao Yunyu pushed the door open as well. With a loud bang, the two collided, followed by two clear, melodious yet utterly astonished screams from children.

"Ouch!" Ao Yunyu cried out, her body swaying as she fell heavily to the ground. She touched the small bump on her forehead in confusion, and a wave of pain instantly spread throughout her body, making her frown involuntarily.

Meanwhile, Lycia was also in excruciating pain. Because she was weaker than Ao Yunyu, the bump on her forehead was noticeably larger. She pouted her pink lips in pain, tears welling up in her eyes as she tried to hold back the tears that were about to spill, pressing her injured forehead with a look of grievance.

Despite the sudden collision, the two little ones did not hold a grudge. After a brief moment of shock, they got up together and couldn't help but chuckle when they looked at each other.

Ao Yunyu extended her friendly hand first and asked Licia with concern, "Are you alright? I'm sorry, I didn't see you opening the door."

Although Lycia was in excruciating pain, seeing Ao Yunyu's sincere apology and concern instantly dispelled her unhappiness. She forced a strong smile and held Ao Yunyu's hand despite the pain: "It's okay, I should have looked carefully before coming out."

The two little ones looked at each other's foreheads and, since they couldn't see their own, they both thought the other's was bigger. For a moment, both of them felt a little embarrassed.

Then they said in unison, "Um, is your forehead alright? *2

The two little ones looked at each other in bewilderment, and then burst out laughing.

"Hahaha!!! *2"

......

After the cheerful laughter subsided, the two little girls formally began their self-introductions. Lycia, with her big, round eyes, greeted Ao Yunyu enthusiastically: "Hi, Ao Yunyu, it's nice to meet you. I'm Lycia, from the Origin Elf Clan. Is this your first time here?"

Ao Yunyu responded with a sweet smile, "Lycia, it's a pleasure to meet you too. That's right, I recently arrived at the Heart of the Divine Island. My name is Ao Yunyu, and I'm a member of the Huanglong Clan."

"Speaking of which, Lycia, I feel there's something special about you, a kind of inexplicable closeness, but we're supposed to be meeting for the first time, so why do I feel so familiar?"

Upon hearing this, Lycia tilted her head playfully. After a moment's thought, she explained in her heavenly voice, "Perhaps we've met before? That's why it feels familiar."

Besides, the Heart of the Divine Island is a magical place; it allows us, beings from different races, to resonate with each other. Perhaps that's why it feels familiar to you.

"For example, my little sister listens to me very well, hehe, isn't Lycia amazing!"

"Ooh ho~ Clap clap clap!!!"

Ao Yunyu clapped along in agreement, but Licia, who rarely enjoyed such treatment, looked smug.

"Since you're a newcomer to the Heart of the Divine Island, Lycia is willing to be your guide and show you every corner of this mysterious island. I know every place like the back of my hand!" Lycia looked at Ao Yunyu with expectant eyes, eager to try.

Lycia: (*?ω?)

Upon hearing this, Ao Yunyu smiled and nodded, saying, "Alright, then please guide me, Licia."

Upon hearing this, Lycia cheered, "Great! Let's go now!"

"So, Ao Yunyu, where do you most want to go right now? Licia is ready to assist you!" Licia asked eagerly.

Ao Yunyu covered her mouth and chuckled, then gently pointed with her finger at the towering World Tree, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and longing: "Lycia, I really want to go to the top of the World Tree first."

Upon receiving the instructions, Lycia immediately replied, "No problem. The view from the top of the World Tree is amazing. You can see any part of the Heart of the Divine Island, and there's even a ball up there."

"Hehe, let's go explore there first!" After saying that, she took Ao Yunyu's hand, and the two of them swam together towards the World Tree, beginning their first wonderful journey in the Heart of the Divine Island.

......

The World Tree stands majestically in the center of the heart of the divine island. Although it is quite a distance from Chen Ping's villa, for the two little ones immersed in this new and wonderful world, the journey is more like a fun-filled adventure.

They strolled leisurely, enjoying the scenery along the way. Whenever Ao Yunyu encountered a strange landscape or creature that interested her, she would stop to study it, and even play and interact with it, having a great time.

This might delay their arrival at the World Tree by a few days, but it didn't dampen their spirits at all; instead, it made their journey even more exciting.

Meanwhile, as Lycia and Ao Yunyu walked further and further away, Ellie arrived at the villa as usual. She gently pushed open the door, and her figure rose lightly to the second floor like a bubble on water, floating straight towards Lycia's room.

However, when she pushed open the door, she found the room empty. Licia's bed was a mess, with the blankets off, clearly indicating that Licia hadn't tidied up when she left. This scene puzzled Ellie. Usually, Licia would need her to wake her up before getting out of bed, but this morning she had left early. Could there be some special activity or new adventure waiting for her?

Ellie tilted her head and started thinking. Hmm, it seems like no amusement parks have any events lately, right? So where could Lycia have gone?

Unable to figure it out, Ellie went to find someone. She also placed a mark on Lycia, so no matter where Lycia went, Ellie could sense the general direction, and the closer she got, the clearer the direction became.

After leaving the villa, Ellie sensed the direction and quickly found Lycia's way. She was over at the Great Valley. Hmm? Ellie wondered if Lycia had gone in to find something delicious, as she walked towards that direction.