The hermit looked at the hairpin and his expression instantly lit up with joy. He never expected that Xiaomeng would still keep the token of love he had given her.
So, Xiaomeng hasn't forgotten him yet, has she? Xiaomeng gave him so many firsts, but ever since their first dual cultivation, Xiaomeng has vanished without a trace.
He searched for tens of thousands of years, and had almost given up hope, but unexpectedly, a turning point came today? Xiaomeng! She has me in her heart!
The hermit looked at the wooden hairpin in his hand. The familiar texture and warm feel instantly stirred up the softest memories deep in his heart.
His eyes softened, as if he could see the past years and the figure that haunted his dreams through this small object.
“This…this is what I gave her back then…she still keeps it…” The hermit’s voice trembled slightly, and his eyes even became a little moist.
He never expected that after the passage of time, Xiaomeng would still have kept this token. It was not only a symbol of their betrothal, but also a testament to the deep affection between them.
Seeing this, Tuantuan, though not quite understanding the complex emotional entanglement involved, was also moved by the hermit's emotions. It gently circled around the hermit, radiating a warm light, as if offering silent comfort.
"Hermit, it seems that Lady Meng... has feelings for you. Your story must be very beautiful, right?"
Tuantuan expressed its concern in its own unique way, and although its understanding of the word "story" may differ from that of humans, its intention was warm and sincere.
The hermit took a deep breath, slowly calming his surging emotions. He gazed at Tuantuan, his eyes filled with gratitude: "Thank you, Tuantuan. You gave me hope and the courage to reunite with Xiaomeng."
I will accept this hairpin. It is not just a token, but also a bridge connecting us.
He gently tucked the wooden hairpin into his bosom, as if treasuring a priceless treasure.
At this moment, the hermit's state of mind underwent a subtle change. He was no longer just protecting and helping Tuantuan, but also determined to find Xiaomeng again and rekindle their past relationship.
"Tuantuan, go, bring the Primordial Purple Qi to your master, that is your mission. As for me, I will also embark on my journey to find the unfinished fate between me and Xiaomeng. Perhaps, one day in the future, we will meet again."
Tuantuan sensed the hermit's determination and hope. It nodded gently, its pink light flashing and enveloped in primordial purple energy, preparing to leave: "Yes, Mr. Hermit, Tuantuan will do its best! I hope you can find Master Xiaomeng too. Remember to tell us when you do!"
With a soft flash of light, Tuan Tuan vanished from its spot, leaving the hermit standing there alone, gazing at the empty void, his heart filled with new hope and anticipation.
He knew that from this moment on, he was no longer searching alone, and he would no longer drift aimlessly! He was going to develop a formation to summon Xiaomeng! With this hairpin imbued with Xiaomeng's aura, he was confident he could develop it!
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In the system realm, the dreamlike radiance still enveloped every corner, and Dream continued to work diligently in her post, planning the worlds that the various system spirits were about to travel to, ensuring the smooth progress of each mission.
She had just finished setting the time travel parameters for a small system and was about to enter the confirmation when she suddenly paused, a barely perceptible worry flashing across her face.
"What's going on?" Meng murmured to herself. Her keen intuition told her that something seemed to be about to happen, but this premonition was not reassuring.
She closed her eyes, concentrated, and tried to sense the source of the unknown fluctuation, but everything within the system seemed to be operating normally, without any signs of abnormality.
A moment later, she slowly opened her eyes, her gaze filled with doubt and worry. "Could it be that something happened to Tuantuan? Or..."
The image of the hermit appeared in her mind. Although tens of thousands of years could erase many memories, that special feeling still occupied a place in her heart.
The Dream Master doesn't often feel this uneasy, but today the premonition is so strong that she has to take it seriously.
She decided to temporarily put aside her work and activate the unique sensing method of the system world. This is a special means used to monitor the safety and status of the system spirits. Although it is not usually used easily, the current situation made her feel that it was necessary to confirm whether Tuantuan was alright.
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"Lord Meng, Tuantuan is back!" A familiar voice gently rang out, interrupting her thoughts. Meng opened her eyes and saw a pink ball of light drifting towards her; it was Tuantuan, who had just returned from completing her mission.
Tuantuan jumped excitedly in the dream, radiating a warm pink light. It couldn't wait to share: "Lord Dream, Tuantuan found the Primordial Purple Qi! Also, I met the Hermit Master. He knows you, and he even accepted the hairpin you gave me!"
Upon hearing this, Meng's eyes flashed with a complex mix of surprise and worry. "The Hermit... is he alright? It's good that he found me, but it also means..."
She didn't continue speaking, but simply sighed softly.
Tuantuan noticed the change in Master Meng's emotions and was somewhat puzzled, but it could sense that something important must be involved, involving the hermit and Master Meng's own past.
"Lord Meng, what happened? Can Tuantuan help?"
Meng looked at Tuantuan gently and shook her head. "No, Tuantuan, you've already done very well. There are some things I need to face on my own."
All you need to know is that, no matter what, we are all striving for a better future.
Although Tuantuan couldn't fully understand, it could sense the Dream Master's determination and strength. It nodded vigorously, radiating an even brighter light, as if giving the Dream Master silent support and encouragement.
Meng smiled, a smile filled with relief and determination. "Alright, we all have our own missions. Tuantuan, go back and assist your master. I will handle everything here."
Following Meng's words, Tuantuan nodded, filled with respect and concern for Master Meng, and once again plunged into the vast system world.
Meng remained where she was, her eyes gleaming with a deep light, lost in thought. After glancing at the newly arrived little dumpling, Meng sighed helplessly and then continued to control and record the little systems.
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Meanwhile, after watching Tuantuan leave, the hermit returned to his original residence, a house he had built just like Xiaomeng's, with anticipation.
Looking at the hairpin in his hand and sensing the aura of Xiao Meng within it, the hermit's eyes flickered a few times before he carefully sealed it away. If he didn't seal it, Xiao Meng's aura on the hairpin would gradually dissipate.
He will only take it out after he has created the array he wants.
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