Just then, a familiar voice came from not far away.
"Of course the young lady will see it. Her people are always watched over by the gods. After all... the gods are always with everyone, aren't they?"
The moment Yan Xingchen heard that voice, she was completely stunned. She could never forget that voice, and there would never be anyone else in the world with such a unique voice.
It's languid, with a touch of unpredictable coldness, but this coldness doesn't make people feel uncomfortable; on the contrary, it feels refreshing and comfortable.
She clenched her fists and turned around.
The long-haired, dark-haired girl tilted her head and smiled. She was dressed in simple summer clothes and flip-flops, but upon closer inspection, her face was undeniably stunning, unforgettable, and breathtaking.
There is only one person in the entire Noah world who is this beautiful.
Yan Xingchen almost lost her balance and took several steps back: "Young...Young Miss?!"
Quan Ji quickly put her index finger to her lips in a shushing gesture: "There are a lot of people here, don't cause any chaos."
Upon hearing this, Yan Xingchen immediately realized that she wasn't dreaming; the person standing in front of her was the real, living young lady!
Her eyes widened, and they welled up with tears: "Miss...Miss, can I hug you? Are you...are you real?"
Quan Ji naturally opened her arms to welcome him, saying, "Of course, I'm standing right in front of you, how could I be fake?"
The next second, the empress's majesty that Yan Xingchen had painstakingly cultivated vanished, and like a little girl who never grew up, she pounced directly on Quan Ji.
It wasn't until the other person's warm body temperature reached her that she truly felt she wasn't dreaming, and that the person in front of her was indeed the young lady.
"You...you weren't...you're really alright?"
She let go of the young lady, afraid that she might hurt her. The excitement and love in her eyes were hard to hide, and she wanted to hear the young lady's voice more.
Quan Ji smiled and patted the little empress's head with one hand: "Of course I'm fine. How could the young lady be in trouble? But you... it's been so long since I've seen you. You've grown so tall. Time really flies."
Yan Xingchen went along with the young lady and did not resist the caresses; in fact, she enjoyed it.
Quan Ji continued, "The reason I'm standing here right now isn't something that can be explained in just a few words. Why don't we go have a meal together and chat happily?"
Yan Xingchen was taken aback, then nodded: "Okay...okay!"
She was really happy; she never expected to see the young lady again and even get a hug.
Just as the two were about to leave, a cute little boy quietly peeked out: "Hey, hey, I didn't expect to meet you here. Do you remember me?"
Both the young lady and Yan Xingchen looked in that direction. The little boy had long hair that fell down his back, was dressed simply and casually, and had a slight smile on his face.
This face looks familiar.
Quan Ji and Yan Xingchen exclaimed almost simultaneously, "Ji Lin?!"
They were absolutely right. This was the puppet created by Gu Yuan, who had given the Gu Yuan Sword and the Chi Yu Sword to Quan Ji and Jun Chenlan!
After everything in the Xinmeng Empire ended, Ji Lin carried the will of two people and went to see the vast land of China.
I never expected to run into you here!
And now, looking at Ji Lin, his expression is lively, his language is simple, and apart from his height and cute little face not changing, he is no different from an ordinary person!
He truly succeeded, becoming a puppet with real feelings and thoughts!
This is nothing short of a miracle!
Ji Lin smiled at the two of them: "Miss, Yan Xingchen, may I join you for a meal?"
Quan Ji smiled and said, "Of course, you're very welcome. I'd also like you to take back the Crimson Feather Sword and the Ancient Origin Sword."
Ji Lin smiled and said, "It seems that Miss no longer needs it."
Quan Ji chuckled and replied, "They have completed their mission. I think... perhaps they really want to go home?"
Ji Lin nodded.
"Then, I thank you on behalf of my master, Miss."
Quan Ji hummed in agreement and placed her hands on the shoulders of the two men.
"Then let's set off now."
In an instant, the three of them disappeared from the spot.
The others around them were stunned before they finally realized what was happening.
"I think I just... saw the young lady."
Upon hearing this, the others immediately looked around.
"Young Miss...where is Young Miss?"
"He teleported away."
"..."
"Oh, maybe I'm seeing things. How could Miss still be here? She's always in our hearts. Don't be too sad."
The man touched his head, frowning, but he had clearly seen the young lady just now... She looked exactly the same as she had sixty years ago, except that her hair had grown much longer.
...
In the bamboo forest, two children performed for others, singing and wielding swords, much to the delight of the parents.
A table full of dishes was placed in front of me, like a grand feast.
When Yan Xingchen and Ji Lin saw this scene as the young lady appeared, their eyes lit up.
"Such a paradise on earth exists!"
The others saw the three arrive.
"Hey, you're finally here. Everyone should be here by now, right?"
"And there's another new friend, Miss? Aren't you going to introduce him?"
Ji Lin smiled politely and said, "Hello everyone, I am Ji Lin, and I am a puppet."
Everyone stared, stunned.
puppet?
It doesn't look like one at all; it's so agile, it doesn't resemble a puppet at all!
Those interested in the puppet, such as Yun Shenhai, quickly surrounded Ji Lin to examine him, their curiosity truly overflowing.
Only after they touched Ji Lin's body and felt his difference did they truly become certain.
This really is a puppet!
This is like a miracle!
Quan Ji looked on helplessly, and said with a wry smile, "Alright, alright, stop fooling around and hurry up and sit down to eat."
Only then did everyone obediently sit down at the table and begin eating.
A wide variety of dishes and drinks, all you can eat!
While everyone was eating, they listened to Quan Ji's boasting, which made those who didn't know the truth know it all.
Hearing that even Quan Ji herself wasn't entirely sure of the real reason, everyone felt both worried and helpless.
Quan Ji picked up her wine glass and said, "Alright, why worry so much? Isn't it enough to be here now? Who knows what might happen in the future? Come on, let's have a drink and wish for us to be together forever and live a long and happy life together!"
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn't help but laugh and raised their glasses together.
bump!
One cup, everyone drinks in joy and sorrow, and laughs heartily:
"May we be together forever and live a long and happy life together!"
—Author's Note—
The long side story is finished. Next, there are two short side stories left: one about Quan Ji and Jun Chenlan, and one about Shen Wuyue.
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