After Qi Na and Fei Ling resolutely left on their own, the Blue Peacock's intense dissatisfaction, like a raging torrent, could no longer be contained. It shouted loudly, "What kind of people are these! How can someone with such a strange personality become a Ye Luoli warrior? That Fei Ling, her personality is completely different from her master's. I really don't understand what considerations Shopkeeper Xin Ling had in making such a choice."
Blue Peacock's words echoed in the air, her discontent seemingly tangible, making the surrounding atmosphere somewhat tense. Hearing Blue Peacock's complaints, Chen Sisi felt a throbbing pain in her head. She frowned slightly, inwardly regretting choosing such a doll. Her good upbringing taught her that gossiping behind someone's back was extremely impolite, and Blue Peacock's behavior at this moment seemed particularly petty, undoubtedly greatly damaging its beautiful and noble air.
"Alright, Peacock. Talking about others behind their backs is really impolite. You're being too petty right now, and it will greatly affect your elegant demeanor," Chen Sisi gently scolded. Her gaze held a hint of helplessness, and also worry. If Qi Na and Fei Ling heard Blue Peacock's words, it would be difficult to explain. They already didn't get along very well when they first met; if this matter caused a fuss, their relationship might fall into an irreparable stalemate.
"Master, I..." Blue Peacock was about to say something when Wang Mo abruptly interrupted her: "It's getting late, let's hurry up and go!" Wang Mo didn't want to listen to Chen Sisi anymore. She felt that Chen Sisi's comment about Blue Peacock being petty was a veiled criticism of her. Ending the topic quickly was the wisest choice.
Shu Yan, standing to the side, chose to remain neutral; it was best not to get involved in this squabble between the girls. "Let's go! We can think of a reason to cover up Jianpeng's absence on the way," he said, then led Jasmine slowly towards the school gate. Seeing Shu Yan leave, Chen Sisi crouched down and carefully placed the blue peacock on her shoulder. She quickened her pace, catching up with Shu Yan in a few steps, and said, "Yesterday Shu Yan said Jianpeng could stay at his house. That might work for a day, but it'll be difficult to hide it for two." Seeing this, Wang Mo, not wanting to fall behind, also took Luo Li and hurriedly followed.
The group silently followed the map on Shu Yan's phone. Sunlight shone on them, but it couldn't dispel the tense atmosphere between them. For Wang Mo, who usually only knew how to eat and sleep, walking for so long had left her utterly exhausted, her legs feeling as heavy as lead. She asked Shu Yan breathlessly, "Shu Yan, how far is it to Jianpeng's house?"
"According to the GPS, we're nearby, Unit 3, Building 11. The map shows this way." Shu Yan stared intently at the map, pointing in one direction, a determined look in her eyes. She then led the group to the newspaper office's staff quarters. Looking at the steep stairs before them, a sense of helplessness welled up within them. They began to slowly climb the stairs, each step feeling heavy.
"We still have to climb stairs!" Wang Mo complained as soon as she started climbing. Her voice was full of fatigue and dissatisfaction. "It's only the fourth floor, Wang Mo, have you never climbed stairs before?" Chen Sisi frowned deeply upon hearing Wang Mo's complaint. She thought to herself, "Case solved. Peacock was corrupted by Wang Mo and turned into what she is now. It's best to keep Peacock away from Wang Mo from now on."
"Sisi, I was just saying, can you not be so petty? This is not befitting of your status as a young lady." Wang Mo pouted, a hint of displeasure on her face.
"Wang Mo, you..." Chen Sisi was about to say something when Shu Yan interrupted her again: "We're here. Jianpeng used to come to my house or we'd go out together. Jianpeng never lets me go to his house."
"Why?" Chen Sisi's attention was instantly drawn to Shu Yan's words, completely forgetting what she was about to say. Her eyes were filled with doubt, eager to know the answer.
"I don't know why. Is it inappropriate for us to go to his house so rashly?" Shu Yan frowned slightly, then lowered his head in deep thought. He was also filled with worry, unsure of the consequences of this action.
Chen Sisi thought about it carefully for a moment, and then made a decisive decision: "In these extraordinary times, let's knock on the door first!"
Shu Yan nodded in agreement. He took a deep breath, slowly walked forward, and gently knocked on the door. Jianpeng's mother opened the door and immediately recognized Chen Sisi and the others as classmates of her son. Her face lit up with joy, and she warmly invited them into her home.
Chen Sisi and Shu Yan were stunned by the chaotic scene before them as soon as they entered the room. The room was a mess, with various items scattered haphazardly, leaving almost no room to step. They walked in cautiously, afraid of accidentally stepping on something. The worst part was that Jianpeng's mother kept urging them to sit wherever they wanted, but they exchanged glances, hesitated, and instead looked around. Then, they tried to appease Jianpeng's mother by saying that Jianpeng couldn't come home because of something. Jianpeng's mother didn't seem to care much.
Afterwards, the group went to Jianpeng's room, which was also a mess. They curiously wandered around his room. Just then, the doll box in Shuyan's backpack began to emit a mysterious light, and Jianpeng and Liangcai magically appeared from the box. Liangcai excitedly told Shuyan and the others that Jianpeng had first undergone arduous training with the tree spirit, and now he had mastered the Ye Luoli magic, and even had a way to restore other people's fairy power. As for Jianpeng, he proudly showed off his non-existent muscles in front of everyone, making everyone laugh.
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