Sunset Forest, Ice Fire Yin Yang Eye.
The place looked as familiar as ever. Gorgeous immortal-grade herbs flourished under the nourishment of the extreme springs, the red and white waters sharply divided, while mist shrouded the area and painted it like a fairyland.
The moment Jiang Zhen appeared beside the spring, two graceful figures seemed to sense his presence and instantly darted over.
"A Zhen!"
A green figure flew into Jiang Zhen's arms like a swallow returning to its nest, crying out happily. It was naturally the lively and outgoing Ice Empress.
She wrapped her arms tightly around Jiang Zhen's waist and raised her delicate, pretty face. Her large emerald eyes brimmed with longing and delight. "You're finally back! Was the tournament fun? Did you bring us any presents?"
The other white figure was far more aloof. Snow Empress stood quietly to one side, her peerless face as cold as ice and snow that had never melted in ten thousand years.
Yet Jiang Zhen's figure was clearly reflected in those ice-blue eyes. The tenderness and concern hidden deep within them were like a warm current flowing beneath an ice layer—unobtrusive, yet undeniably real.
She gave Jiang Zhen a slight nod and softly said, "You're back."
Jiang Zhen wrapped one arm around Ice Empress's slender yet supple waist, while his other hand naturally reached toward Snow Empress.
Snow Empress hesitated for a moment before placing her slightly cool, delicate hand into his palm.
Jiang Zhen gave it a gentle squeeze, savoring the touch of her icy skin and jade-like bones, then smiled. "Mm, I'm back. The tournament was nothing special, just a bunch of kids playing house. As for presents, of course I brought some. I'll give them to you later."
On his shoulder, Sea Princess Illusionary Spirit, in her miniature