Parting is inevitable in the future, so cherish the present and take every extra moment to look at each other.
After the two had eaten and drunk their fill, emboldened by the alcohol, she rested her chin on her hand and stared intently at Xiao Lingfeng.
I don't know how long I watched, but I noticed that Xiao Lingfeng's ears were getting redder and redder, until they looked like they were stained with blood.
"Huh? Your ears can change color!" Jian Ning reached out and touched them. The ear cartilage was hard and even a little hot to the touch. How hot was that? I hope I don't burn myself.
Unexpectedly, Xiao Lingfeng grabbed her fidgeting little hand. He used a bit too much force.
"You've had too much to drink, go and rest. I'll clean up the table!" His tone was very indulgent.
"No need, I'll show you a magic trick."
Jian Ning chuckled twice, pointed with her hand, and the plates, bowls, and wine glasses on the table instantly disappeared, followed by two large cups of yogurt fruit salad appearing out of thin air.
"Here, have some. It tastes amazing, made with the freshest fruit. Do you like it?"
"If you like it, then don't use this ability in front of outsiders anymore. I know you're capable, but you still need to be careful."
Xiao Lingfeng slowly released Jian Ning's hand, picked up the fruit salad on the table and glanced at it. It really looked as fresh as if it had just been made.
He found Jian Ning's abilities increasingly unfathomable.
"I know what's going on. Only you and my brother know. You're not outsiders."
"By the way, Xiao Lingfeng, I don't think I've ever asked you what you do, have I? SWAT officer? Soldier? Or...?"
Jian Ning hadn't asked this question before, since they'd only ever worked together to salvage supplies. But just now, she suddenly felt she could ask. It felt like the time had come.
"Pretty much. I used to be in a domestic special operations force. I retired a little over a year ago and bought three houses here. So, in a way, I'm still your landlord."
Xiao Lingfeng did not hide his identity from her.
"Wow! I remember when I rented the place, I paid three months' rent upfront."
"You're not going to ask me for money again when the time comes, are you?" Jian Ning's eyes widened suddenly; she had already spent almost all of the money she won in the lottery.
It's estimated that Jian Anping didn't have much left. When she rented the house, she didn't plan to have to pay rent to the landlord later, since the apocalypse was coming soon.
Seeing her eyes widen like a cute little deer, Xiao Lingfeng couldn't help but reach out and pat her head.
"No need to give me anything. Aren't you my master? Consider this a gift from your disciple to you. You can stay in this house whenever you like."
"Xiao Lingfeng, you're so kind! It's settled then. From now on, you'll be my first disciple here. My brother doesn't count; he's incredibly stupid."
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I have a really good sword, Purple Lightning Frost, supposedly a divine weapon. I went through a lot of trouble in a secret realm to get it, almost losing my life in the process! You can have it now!
Xiao Lingfeng smiled slightly, not understanding what she was saying at all. He guessed she had drunk too much; this person's alcohol tolerance was really not good.
"Thank you, Master. You should get some rest; I'm heading back now."
Xiao Lingfeng added some more coal to the stove, then helped Jian Ning lie down on the kang (heated brick bed), carefully covered her with a quilt, turned off the light, and went out to close all the doors.
Jian Ning wasn't drunk at all; she was perfectly clear-headed. She listened to Xiao Lingfeng's footsteps until they reached her home. Only then did she sit up abruptly.
It was already quite dark outside. I glanced at my watch; it was almost nine o'clock at night.
He didn't sleep anymore, got up, dressed, wrapped himself up tightly, and without even going through the front door, used a wall-penetrating spell to land in the snow outside.
The air was even colder at night, with the northwest wind howling. Even with a mask on, breathing felt like ice crystals were drilling into my lungs.
Jian Ning used her spiritual power to create a protective shield for herself. Following the trail of the tracking talisman, she disappeared into the night in a few flashes.
Nowadays, everyone is saving electricity and there's not much entertainment, so everyone gets into bed early to keep warm.
Lin Xueying was no exception. She and her cousin squeezed onto one bed, covered with two thick blankets, relying on the heat from the electric blankets beneath them for warmth.
They didn't even dare to stick their heads out.
It's so cold inside. I really miss winters when there are no natural disasters.
Underfloor heating is so comfortable! I can wear skirts indoors. Unlike now, I have to sleep in thick thermal underwear. I wonder when this will end.
The younger sister next to her had already fallen asleep; children always sleep a lot. She kept her eyes open, thinking about how she had seen Jian Ning today and how she seemed to be doing well, and she was happy for her too.
During this period, many people have died, and she is really afraid that her best friend from the same age will also lose her life early.
Just as I was thinking this, I suddenly heard footsteps coming from inside the room. I thought it was my aunt coming over, so I poked my head out from under the covers.
In the dim moonlight, I was suddenly stunned.
It was Jian Ning, dressed in the same clothes as during the day. Her face was completely cold, and her gaze was quite frightening.
How did you get in?
"You'll find out soon enough!" Jian Ning grabbed Lin Xueying's arm, pulled her out of the blanket, and cast a silencing spell on her.
If she were to shout at night, she would wake up everyone in the building.
Lin Xueying struggled desperately in Jian Ning's grasp, but she couldn't break free at all.
She couldn't understand where Jian Ning got such strength. She lifted over 100 pounds as if she were holding a paper doll.
Jian Ning didn't linger, grabbing Lin Xueying and heading straight into the mountains. The area was sparsely populated; even if she shouted, no one would hear her.
It took less than ten minutes to reach the top of the mountain. The biting cold wind made Lin Xueying's lips turn purple.
As soon as he was thrown to the ground, he couldn't help but cry out in pain, and suddenly realized that he could actually speak.
"Ningning, is that you? What are you trying to do?" Although she was terrified, she still forced herself to remain calm and asked.
"Lin Xueying, today is your death day. Before you die, I'll let you die knowing the truth. In your past life, you stabbed me seven times for a little food."
"Limbs, shoulders, and the last cut is here." Jian Ning pointed to her heart. It seemed to be throbbing slightly.
"Ningning, are you crazy? Why would I stab you with a knife? Who told you this nonsense?" Lin Xueying stared wide-eyed in disbelief, her petite body trembling uncontrollably.
“I’m not talking nonsense. I remember the force of every cut. Today, you’ll experience the pain I’ve endured.” Jian Ning finished speaking and stopped wasting words with her.
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