The Night Demoness, a mid-stage Body Forging expert, effortlessly moved the broken stones and charred wood, even occasionally using her demonic energy to "clean up" the trash!
Zhang Shaozhong, who had just established his foundation, became the main workforce, diligently digging pits and burying new foundation materials according to the fairy's instructions.
In the midst of busyness, some physical contact is inevitable.
The touch of fingers when handing over tools, the intertwining of breaths when approaching to examine the array nodes... each time, Zhang Shaozhong's heart skipped a beat, and the soul contract seemed to become more sensitive, conveying a subtle ripple that made his heart race.
Ling Qingxue still maintained her aloof demeanor, but there always seemed to be a faint blush on her ears.
Ye Meier was even bolder, occasionally nudging Zhang Shaozhong or throwing him a flirtatious glance, giggling as she watched him frantically trying to catch his breath.
As the sun set, the courtyard was finally restored to its initial state of cleanliness, and the foundation of the new array had been laid, awaiting Ling Qingxue's subsequent inscription of runes and activation.
The three of them stood in the yard, looking at the fruits of their labor. Although they were tired, they all felt a strange sense of satisfaction.
"It's finally starting to look decent."
Zhang Shaozhong wiped away his sweat.
Ye Meier hooked her arm around his neck and said with a grin, "Master, the yard is all repaired. Shouldn't we celebrate the housewarming... oh no, the 'renovation celebration'? How about some barbecue tonight?"
Looking at the beautiful face so close to his, and smelling the rich fragrance emanating from her, Zhang Shaozhong's heart began to race again.
Ling Qingxue's calm voice came: "Cultivate."
Night Enchantress: "...You're so boring with your fake high-mindedness!"
Zhang Shaozhong watched the two bickering, then looked at the courtyard gradually coming back to life, and a smile appeared on his face.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
