Xia Xiao glanced casually at the female voice that hummed softly, and he knew it was Azhu. This guy was still lingering around, and no one else would be so boring.

Ah Zhu is often tactless, but at this moment he was concentrating on eating wontons, yet he kept opening and closing his little mouth and talking non-stop.

"I heard from Xiaoran that you have been trying to grow fruits these past few months. Have you succeeded?"

Xia Xiao nodded, picked up the white porcelain bowl, and drank several mouthfuls of soup in a row. The wonton soup was very hot, but the taste was rich and mellow, and the addition of chili oil and vinegar made it even more delicious. Xia Xiao had been eating steamed buns and steamed buns during this period, because both noodles and rice were not tasty after they were cold.

In comparison, the wontons tasted like a delicacy, which whetted his appetite. The meat filling was also sufficient, and Xia Xiao finished a large bowl in just a few bites.

Although it was a spring evening, Xia Xiao was sweating profusely while eating. But it was this way that made him happy. Xia Xiao stood up and served another bowl, his face full of satisfaction. But looking at Ah Zhu, although she was also very hungry, she still blew some wontons for Doudou to cool down, put them on the plate on the ground, and then started to eat.

Ah Zhu loves to eat, but she won't swallow it whole like Xia Xiao does. No matter how delicious something is, you need to savor it. Just like she has to eat wontons in two bites. The first bite is the wonton belly, and then eat a bite of meat, so that the fragrance stays between the teeth. The second bite is to take the wonton with more dough and the wonton soup. The aroma of chicken, shrimp and dough interweaves and goes down with the soup, satisfying the taste buds and filling the stomach.

But considering Ah Zhu's appetite, one bowl is definitely not enough. She and Xia Xiao went to Auntie's place one after another, making her feel that they were secretly competing with each other.

"They can even compare in eating. The students in this class are really worrying. But Xia Xiao probably can't eat as much as Ah Zhu. That girl's appetite is recognized by us as the best."

With Ah Zhu around, there was never any leftovers, but today, the aunt miscalculated. She muttered a few words, smiled and asked her partner to cook a few more bowls of wontons, so that these little guys could eat enough, and she was not afraid that they would eat themselves out of money.

"How does it feel to be in the Fruit Realm? It's said that Zhimao can turn the contracted beast into part of his armor. You haven't used it a few times, but you've reached the Fruit Realm. That's so cool. My strength is improving so slowly, but by the end of this year, I will definitely be able to advance to the Young Age of the Venerable Realm and sign a spiritual contract with the Wild Beast that Master prepared for me."

Doudou ate a few more wontons, sat on the ground, and wagged his tail at Ah Zhu. She was full, and while stroking Doudou's head, she looked at Xia Xiao. It was rare for him to eat more than her, which made Ah Zhu curious.

"How long have you not eaten? Are you a reincarnated evil spirit?"

Xia Xiao put down the spoon, raised his eyebrows, picked up the bowl, and drank the soup like a sea sip. When he put down the bowl, Xia Xiao sighed comfortably.

“I’m full.”

The feeling of fullness made Xia Xiao sit for a while longer. When he looked at Ah Zhu, he couldn't help but say:

"You are the one who talks too much. Even wontons can't stop you from talking."

"It's been so long since we last met, what's wrong with me saying a few words?"

After collecting the bowls, the two said hello to the aunt and walked towards the alley outside the cafeteria. Before they knew it, it was already dark, and they walked towards the five-story building in the twilight, chatting along the way.

"Are there any missions during this period?"

Xia Xiao suddenly thought of this question, because he didn't want to go out on a mission. Although he had successfully entered the realm of the Fruit of Honor, earlier than previously estimated, he didn't feel bored, and could even continue like this until he reached a higher realm. He had seen darkness darker than the night after dusk, and his goal was not the sea of ​​stars, but to shatter that darkness and pull out the woman in it. This has always been his motivation, making him full of fighting spirit whenever he thought of it, and he never had the idea of ​​being lazy.

"No, I've been practicing, but Senior said that you'll be tested once you're promoted, and then give us time to deal with what's about to happen."

Ah Zhu's eyes were still bright in the dark night, but she was full of doubts. She didn't know what else she needed to do. Although she loved to play, she now knew the importance of cultivation, because her strength was too far behind that of the people around her. She wanted to catch up, if not surpass them. But Xia Xiao understood what the senior said, so he explained:

"It's probably about the war between the Great Xia Dynasty and the Southern Shang Empire. I will definitely go back then, because my father and eldest brother will volunteer to go to the west. Ever since I joined the Great Xia Dynasty with the First Church, I have been thinking about how to stop this war, but even now, I can't think of a way. The ambition of the Southern Shang Empire has been exposed. You know, that prince has a plan to conquer the entire continent. Not to mention us, even Wang Ling can't influence it at all."

"What should we do then?"

"I don't know. It depends on the situation."

Azhu fell silent. Doudou looked at her for a few seconds, startled by her jumpy look, and her hair stood on end.

"I have an idea!"

"What else can you think of besides eating?"

Ah Zhu put her hands on her hips and said coquettishly:

"Don't look down on others. Look, everyone knows your identity. Although you are not particularly strong now, you will definitely shock Nan Shang in two years. So just tell them to get out. If they dare to attack Da Xia, even if Da Xia is destroyed, in two years you will kill one person at a time, from Changbai Mountain all the way to the imperial capital of Nan Shang."

Ah Zhu thought that scene was cool, with snow-capped mountains behind and plains in front. No matter whether it was a small town or a large city, even if the people there were fully armed, Xia Xiao would kill one person with every step. He would become the god of death, and the land his body passed would form a straight line. As he continued to move forward, everyone would die. Ah Zhu imagined the vast atmosphere and majestic momentum, but Xia Xiao slapped her on the back of her head and said:

"It won't work. I don't want to kill the people, and they won't be intimidated by me. Do you think that prince is stupid enough to listen to me?"

"Then...then sign the agreement, give them gold and silver, or cede the land if that doesn't work, and delay for another two years. Is that not okay?"

"Not bad, your brain is getting better and better, and you know how to compromise."

When Xia Xiao praised Ah Zhu, her eyebrows curled up, and she was as happy as a flickering candle. But the second half of Xia Xiao's words made her pout again.

"I've thought of this method, but the people of Daxia also have tempers. They have tolerated it many times before, but now that the fortifications have been built, I'm afraid they won't compromise again. Daxia has hidden power, and that mysterious department called the Imperial Army may appear on the battlefield this time, and Daxia will also recall us. By then, it will be a big scene, and the casualties may hit a record high."

"What should we do then?"

Ah Zhu was a little anxious. Although her small village was between two mountains and would not be involved in the war, the sound of horse hooves and the raging flames of war would definitely make her grandmother feel uncomfortable. If possible, Ah Zhu wanted to stop the war. She didn't want to see such a scene, but she didn't have the strength to do so. She could only worry, and her voice could hardly conceal her anxiety.

In the night, Xia Xiao and Ah Zhu walked straight forward. As the fifth floor gradually approached, Xia Xiao comforted them by saying:

"When you reach the mountain, there will always be a way. When you reach the bridge, there will always be a way. Don't worry."

"What if there really is no road and no bridge?"

“If there is no road, cut through the mountain. If there is no bridge, go into the water and pull the boat.”

Xia Xiao did not hesitate. This war was about to happen and would spread to his family. He had to put out the fire. No matter what method he used, he would not let the war rage. After thinking it over, Xia Xiao clenched his teeth, clenched his left hand into a fist, and patted Ah Zhu's head with his right hand.

"This kind of thing is not something you can control, so think about how to practice tomorrow!"

"Tomorrow morning there will be a test for the seniors."

“I forgot.”

"pig."

Ah Zhu's plan to pretend to be gentle has failed. Pretending to be a lady is the most annoying thing. She is more suitable to do whatever she wants. But in front of Xia Xiao, she always involuntarily puts on her most docile side, like a tired kitten who has found the most comfortable habitat. Even if it leaks, it will not make it a drowned chicken.

"Good night."

Xia Xiao's room was on the first floor and Azhu was on the top floor. After saying good night, he walked into the dormitory, while Azhu and Doudou slowly went upstairs.

After walking up a few steps, Ah Zhu felt a sense of loss for some reason. She had not felt this way in the past three months. But suddenly she felt that even if she and Xia Xiao could walk on the same road, and even be very close to each other, they would be separated because of their different destinations. This made Ah Zhu feel a little uncomfortable.

Doudou rubbed against Ah Zhu's feet, and then was picked up by him. Ah Zhu hugged Doudou tightly, and he also hugged her, and they stayed together in this dark night.

The stairs were long, making the fifth floor seem far away. Ah Zhu walked for a long time. Maybe because she was too tired during the day, or maybe because of Xia Xiao, she was not in a very good mood. When she saw Long Li, she simply greeted her, washed up and sat in the bathroom. Doudou lay on the ground, looked at her, and called out twice.

"I'm fine."

Doudou made a very aggrieved sound, thinking that Ah Zhu had changed and would not tell him the truth. But even though he made such a sound, Ah Zhu still did not express his worries. Because grandma said that in the unclear relationship, there is no right or wrong, only people worrying about themselves. If Ah Zhu continued to force his worries on Xia Xiao, wouldn't he push him further away?

Holding her knees, Ah Zhu leaned against the window and completely let herself go. She fell asleep in a daze, and after Doudou barked twice, she got up, took off her clothes, covered herself with a quilt and went to sleep.

Like many young girls who have never been in love, Ah Zhu loves to daydream a lot, but every time she lies on the bed, stretches her legs, and spreads her toes completely, she slowly falls asleep.

Seeing Ah Zhu fall asleep, Doudou curled up on the ground and slept with his tail in his arms. He used to be able to lie on Ah Zhu's quilt and fall asleep smelling her fragrance, but Ah Zhu had more and more worries and was getting more and more annoyed, so he didn't dare to do that again. But before long, Ah Zhu was already breathing evenly.

Doudou heard it and slowly climbed onto Ah Zhu's bed and slept beside her. Doudou lay down very gently and carefully, then looked at Ah Zhu twice before closing his eyes in peace.