Once Qingque recognized Bi Ji's identity, the misunderstanding was quickly resolved.
However, because the aftereffects of burning her divine core still remained, Gu Yuena did not stay long and soon left with Di Tian and the others.
At the entrance to the Governor's Mansion.
"Take care, and no need to see you off. You're welcome to visit again next time." Kiana's voice was laced with laughter, yet an imperceptible strand of divine sense clung to the departing convoy like silk thread.
The instant the car window rolled down, Gu Yuena's gaze was icy cold. Her silver hair swept into a sharp arc in the evening breeze, and with a loud bang, the car door shut, completely sealing that chill within the cabin.
The Soul-Powered Car smoothly departed the bustling district, its hovering engine emitting a low hum. In the driver's seat, Di Tian's bruised and swollen left eye barely opened into a slit, reflecting Gu Yuena's tightly furrowed brows in the rearview mirror.
He swallowed and cautiously asked, "Master, that person just now... could she have been that one from ten thousand years ago?"
"Yes. Her strength is no weaker than mine. If you encounter her, remember to be careful."
Gu Yuena nodded. Seeing that Di Tian seemed to have more to say, she calmly added, "But I've already spoken with her. At least for the short term, she won't interfere with our plans."
"Yes."
Seeing how confident his Master appeared, Di Tian immediately felt relieved, though he could not help feeling ashamed.
Master must have known of the other's existence long ago. That was why she had come here specifically, and why she had expressly instructed them not to act rashly beforehand.
Yet unexpectedly, they had tried to be clever and ended up being taught a lesson by the