That night, midnight.
With a loud clatter, the rolling shutter was pulled down heavily.
Chen Feng tucked the Paper Crane into his pocket, carried a bag of clothes, and waved goodbye to Li Hongxia and the other woman.
"Sister Hongxia, Xiao Yao, take it slow on the way."
"Alright, goodbye, Xiaofeng."
"Goodbye, Brother Chen Feng."
Li Hongxia and her daughter both responded, then slowly rode away on their electric bike.
Watching the red taillight disappear at the end of the street beneath the night sky, Chen Feng finally turned and headed home.
Tap, tap!
His footsteps echoed as he expanded his perception and walked slowly.
He tore open an Energy Bar wrapper, and crisp crunching sounds echoed continuously in his mouth.
"I wonder if there are any Snake Men nearby."
Because of the black snake incident that afternoon, Chen Feng was especially vigilant now.
Beyond that, he actually felt a trace of anticipation.
If there really were Snake Men nearby, would killing them earn him another Secret Medicine reward from the Martial Arts Hall?
The thought flashed through his mind. Chen Feng licked his lips and slowed his pace.
Soon, more than ten minutes passed.
He returned home without incident, feeling slightly disappointed.
Click!
The door opened, and warm light spilled across the living room.
The television was still playing quietly. Chen Yun had somehow fallen asleep on the sofa, leaning back slightly with her head tilted up, her eyelashes long.
Then, perhaps sensing the sound of the door opening—
Chen Yun's eyelashes trembled, and she opened her hazy eyes.
"Xiaofeng?"
"Sis."
After responding, Chen Feng changed into his slippers.
"If you're sleepy, go back to your room and sleep. Don't catch a cold."
"I'm fine, hehe."
Smiling, Chen Yun quickly stood up and went to the kitchen, bringing out