Moments later, in Canglan City.
Without Xie Linyuan's constant mental attacks, Shen Zhaozhao felt a sense of peace and tranquility, and the world seemed vast. Even riding the wind was exceptionally smooth. In just half a day, she had settled down in this giant city adjacent to the Tianyan Sect.
Given her "notorious reputation" in the area, to avoid unnecessary trouble, Shen Zhaozhao skillfully turned into the clothing store. When she came out, she was dressed in a neat gray-blue men's suit, with her long hair tied up high. Unless you knew her very well, you would hardly recognize her at a glance.
She weighed another set of ordinary cotton and linen clothes in her hand and pursed her lips.
When preparing for Xie Linyuan, we naturally can't use any good materials. After all, even if that guy were covered in a burlap sack, his face and overall demeanor would be enough to make him ostentatious.
Finding a secluded alley, Shen Zhaozhao stirred her divine sense and probed into her spatial ring, preparing to take out the large pendant inside and fuss over it.
However, the scene inside the ring made her suddenly freeze in her tracks.
In just half a day...
Amidst the swirling spiritual energy, Xie Linyuan remained elegant, sitting upright on the ground, but two eagle-eyed children surrounded him.
Xiao Huang's demonic power was noticeably more refined than before, and his golden eyes sparkled with an excited sense of enlightenment, clearly indicating that he had received some extraordinary guidance.
Pipi was practically clinging to Xie Linyuan's arm, its fluffy head rubbing against the back of his hand, its golden eyes filled with adoring stares, chattering away to express its loyalty.
"Father, don't worry! If Mother ever dares to find someone else in the future, Pipi will be the first to secretly tell you, and will never let those women ruin Father and Mother's relationship!"
Upon hearing this, Little Huang nodded vigorously and solemnly, echoing in a clear voice, "Yes, Dad! If she dares to abandon you, I'll be the first to stand up for you! You can rest assured!"
Shen Zhaozhao: "..."
no? !
Xie Linyuan, you scoundrel?!
She's only been gone for half a day!
What kind of spell did you cast on her kids?!
A nameless anger surged up in her heart. With a dark face, Shen Zhaozhao didn't say a word. With a sweep of her divine sense, she directly pulled the man who was still radiating "fatherly love" out of her spiritual ring.
The alley was dimly lit. Shen Zhaozhao irritably threw the cotton and linen clothes directly into Xie Linyuan's arms: "Change quickly, and then come with me to find out about the recent movements of the Tianyan Sect."
She glared at him, her tone clearly disgruntled: "Since you've come with me, don't expect to eat and drink for free; you have to work."
Xie Linyuan was suddenly pulled out. His dark brocade robe, with its subtle patterns, still shimmered faintly in the dim alley, standing out starkly from its surroundings.
He caught the wad of clothes that was thrown at him with precision, and when his fingertips touched the rough texture of the cotton and linen, he paused almost imperceptibly.
He could clearly sense that Shen Zhaozhao was angry.
Although the full reason is unclear, it is probably related to the scene of "filial piety and parental love" that was just inside the spirit ring.
However, he didn't think there was anything wrong with having those two kids keep an eye on potential rivals for him. It was a precautionary measure, a perfectly legitimate way to prevent problems before they arise.
It is absolutely impossible to make him apologize for this.
No matter what, he still has his pride.
But... as proud as he was, Xie Linyuan couldn't bear to watch Zhaozhao get angry.
If you can't admit your mistake directly, then you have to find another way and try to win people back.
Thinking of this, Xie Kongque lowered her eyes, her gaze falling on the drab gray clothes in her arms.
He didn't even need to put his body on it; the rough texture from his fingertips clearly indicated that this material was no different from a torture device to him.
He was born with a divine body, and his skin was nurtured in the spiritual essence of celestial silk for thousands of years. How could he have ever suffered the wear and tear of such mundane coarse cloth?
However, Xie Linyuan did not say much, but simply followed instructions and began to unfasten the jade belt buckle at his waist with slightly slow movements.
A black outer robe, a dark-patterned inner garment... one by one, priceless garments imbued with spiritual light were removed and neatly folded on a clean bluestone, forming a stark contrast with the drab gray cotton and linen clothes.
In the dim light, his pale skin seemed to glow with its own soft light, and his figure was tall and well-proportioned.
Shen Zhaozhao subconsciously looked away, her ears burning slightly, and she cursed inwardly that this peacock spirit was always keeping his dead screen on!
Xie Linyuan seemed completely unaware, silently putting on the coarse cloth shirt.
really.
The rough fabric rubbed against my neck, immediately bringing a distinct and persistent itch, as if I were being repeatedly scratched by countless tiny pebbles.
Xie Linyuan frowned slightly, but did not speak immediately. Instead, a barely perceptible glint flashed in his eyes, which were hidden in the dim light.
He suppressed his discomfort and even subtly adjusted his posture, making the collar rub against his neck even more.
Time passed quietly, and the faint sounds of the bustling city outside the alley made the alley seem even more tranquil.
After a while, estimating that the time was right, Xie Linyuan let out a very soft "hiss," a sound that carried a hint of pain that was hard to ignore, successfully drawing Shen Zhaozhao's attention back from her deliberate aversion.
She subconsciously turned her head to look, and saw that in the dim light, Xie Linyuan's head was slightly tilted, and the exposed part of his neck and even above his collarbone was a shocking crimson, with some tiny red rashes even faintly visible. This formed a strong contrast with his surrounding pale skin, making the red marks look particularly ferocious and... pitiful.
His long eyelashes drooped, and his thin lips were slightly pursed, as if he was trying his best to endure great discomfort.
Immediately, she raised her pair of bright, watery peach blossom eyes, her gaze filled with three parts grievance and seven parts helplessness. She carefully extended two fingers, gently pinched the corner of Shen Zhaozhao's sleeve, and shook it very slightly.
As she moved, the wide, rough linen sleeves slipped down, revealing a wrist that was also rubbed raw and red.
"……pain."
The single word, spoken in a low, low tone, with a barely perceptible tremor at the end, seemed like a hook coated in honey, piercing straight into the softest part of one's heart.
Without complaints or accusations, simply stating a fact is more damaging than any accusation.
Shen Zhaozhao's heart felt as if it had been suddenly clenched by something.
Of course she knew that this guy was almost certainly acting. No matter how delicate his skin was, it shouldn't have been worn down like this so quickly. This was clearly a self-inflicted injury ruse.
But... knowing it was real, the large expanse of glaring red really hit her eyes, like a thin needle, unexpectedly piercing her heart.
A sudden, intense sense of guilt surged up without warning, instantly overwhelming her anger caused by her child's abduction.
Shen Zhaozhao: "..."
After a few seconds of silence, Shen Zhaozhao finally just pressed her throbbing temples, sighed resignedly, and slapped away his hand that was gripping her sleeve. "Wait."
Although his tone was sharp, his movements became much gentler.
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