One person and one beast immersed themselves in a question-and-answer discussion about the origin of Yin Water and the mysteries of its laws, completely forgetting the passage of time.
By now, the deep night outside the window had long since faded. The sky had turned pale, and the faint light of dawn had filtered through the window lattice.
Zi Ji finished explaining everything she understood about the Yin Water Attribute, her insights into controlling it, and its many profound mysteries. Then she gently rubbed her slightly aching temples.
"All right. I've said everything I know and understand."
Jiang Zhen was still immersed in digesting and contemplating his new insights. Hearing this, he suddenly realized that an entire night had already passed.
He drew a deep breath, suppressing the many insights surging through his heart. Then he rose, solemnly cupped his hands toward Zi Ji, and bowed with sincere gratitude.
"Thank you for your guidance, Big Sister Zi Ji!"
Zi Ji, sitting on the sofa, was stunned by his sudden form of address and solemn thanks. Then her deep-purple eyes narrowed slightly, her brows lifting as she stared at him with a hint of amusement and barely perceptible embarrassment.
This guy... He was calling me by my name before, and now he's calling me Big Sister?
With his strength and temperament, he actually called me "Big Sister"... How could he even say that?
Yet despite grumbling inwardly, the corner of her bright-purple lips curved upward ever so slightly in an uncontrollable expression of pleasure.
She gave a soft hum in response and said nothing more.
After thanking her, Jiang Zhen did not linger. He turned and left Zi Ji's room, gently closing the door behind him.
Walking through the quiet hotel corridor, Jiang Zhen stroked his chin. His mind was still