It was late at night.
The moonlight was as clear as water.
A black and gold spear moved through the air like a dragon, its shadow flashing and its momentum overwhelming.
The tip of the spear reflected a cold glint in the moonlight, sharp and menacing.
The spear pierced the air with such imposing force, yet the person wielding it wore a faint smile, their gaze lingering on the woman sitting on the steps.
The moonlight was gentle, and his gaze was even gentler.
"how."
He casually twirled the spear in his hand to finish his stance.
Shen Zhuochuan turned around and asked with a smile.
On the steps, Song Tingwan, wearing a cloak, smiled at him, resting her chin on her hand, "You didn't disappoint my expectations."
The man chuckled softly, put away his gun, and sat down beside her.
"That would be an immense honor."
The woman beside him was slender, and he always unconsciously lowered his voice when speaking to her.
After a pause, Shen Zhuochuan brought up the day that Song Siyao and his group arrived in a hurry.
"Your sister and the others were extremely worried the day you went missing."
As he spoke, he glanced sideways at Song Tingwan, his tone smiling yet carrying a deeper meaning.
How could she not tell?
"You were worried sick too?"
Her eyes, as clear as water, sparkled brightly, and Chen Zhuochuan responded softly.
Song Tingwan met those dark eyes and chuckled, "But right now, all I can think about is finding the last ingredient to refine into a pill to restore my body."
Once she has the ability to protect herself, she will stay by her sister's side and work with her father to try to change this predetermined fate.
Last time I felt like I had everything under control, but as we got closer to the last ingredient, things went too far astray.
Unexpected developments, and the pressure that feels like it's pushing us along.
It seems that some unimaginable danger is approaching.
She didn't have the extra love and energy to give to him.
She was under immense pressure, and her expression showed a rare hint of fatigue.
As for the rest, it's best not to say more.
But her eyes told the whole story.
"I know."
Shen Zhuochuan smiled nonchalantly, "Song Tingwan, after everything is over, would you be willing to give me a chance to stand by your side?"
A cool breeze blew by, causing her to wrap her cloak tighter around herself.
Song Tingwan and he locked eyes.
She smiled gently.
"If it's you, then yes."
That's enough.
The two looked at each other and smiled.
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The day before the auction.
The five of them gathered in the courtyard again.
Wu Ling brought his sister Wu Tang to say goodbye to them.
"I suppose you might stay here for a while. My mother is in Cloud City, so I'll go back with Tangtang to see her."
Wu Ling also knew about tomorrow's auction, and since they were in familiar territory, they figured there wouldn't be any danger.
He then felt relieved and left with his sister.
"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Tingwan, for saving my brother and for saving me in the matter of Yunlou." Wu Tang bowed deeply.
According to what the steward said that day, if they really acted according to the plan, they would definitely be wiped out.
These past two days, Meng Jiao also told her that an evil spirit had possessed the body of one of their companions, and their plans were relayed to the stewards the following day.
If Song Tingwan hadn't disrupted their plans, she might have died on the top of this Cloud Tower.
Wu Tang's gaze lingered on the Song sisters for a moment.
He suppressed a hint of curiosity.
Meng Jiao whispered to her.
Lord Yun Chuan tried several more times in private, but his divine artifact still could not shake Yun Lou.
But why is it that Venerable Yun Chuan can split a building with the divine weapon belonging to that person named Song Siyao?
They were puzzled, but realized they had hit the jackpot.
If it weren't for the arrival of Song Tingwan and her group...
She and Meng Jiao will surely die on the top floor of the Cloud Tower.
Thinking this, Wu Tang knelt down before Song Tingwan and performed a solemn salute once again.
It startled the unsuspecting people.
Wu Ling was startled, but she didn't go to help her younger sister.
Song Tingwan was startled and took a step back, quickly helping the person up. "What are you doing? You don't need to be so polite."
Song Siyao also lent a hand and helped the lively and outgoing girl up.
"So, you mean you'll return it later?"
Wu Ling was surprised to learn that this question was not asked by Song Tingwan.
He smiled and nodded. "Don't you need me?"
Song Tingwan smiled broadly and said, "We'll wait for you to come back."
If I can get the Flying Immortal Flower tomorrow.
It's still uncertain who will wait for whom.
After seeing off Wu Ling and her brother, the group of five set up a table and chairs in the yard, taking a rare break to bask in the sun and drink tea.
"This trip was quite tiring."
Qin Yuanyuan sat on the recliner, swaying gently with her eyes closed, looking extremely comfortable.
Baili Xijiang covered his mouth, crept up to her, and suddenly stomped on the rocking chair's footrest, kicking her up.
"Are you crazy, Baili Xijiang?!"
Qin Xi sat up abruptly, slamming her hand on the armrest as if the world was spinning.
Song Siyao suppressed a laugh as she watched, and said to her older sister, "Luckily, your things are durable."
Song Tingwan toyed with an embroidered round fan in her hand, covering her mouth and chuckling softly: "These two are such frenemy."
Wan Qiji was applying oil to his giant sword when he glanced at the two noisy people. "They can't stand not arguing for a day."
He's used to it.
The three of them sat around the table, laughing at the two rivals over there while drinking tea and chatting.
"Sister, last night... I heard some noises in the yard."
Suddenly, Song Tingwan paused in peeling the orange, then looked up at her with amusement, "How did you hear that? Were you eavesdropping at the door?"
Wan Qiji coughed twice, then quickly dropped the knife in his hand and drank two sips of tea.
The two sisters looked at him with suspicion.
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