When Jiang Xiao's Yearning Halo could no longer absorb the slightest trace of life force or Star Power, a message came from the Inner Star Map: Over-Level Kill, Skill Point +5.
Jiang Xiao wiped at the corners of his eyes. The sleet gradually let up. He canceled Wounding Tear and casually waved his hand, opening the gate to the Calamity Shadow Ruins beside him.
Lure Jiang Xiao finally walked out of the stairwell and into the curtain of rain. He grabbed Ash's corpse, then jumped through the gate to the Calamity Shadow Ruins.
Jiang Xiao's figure flickered, and he appeared in the warmth of home.
Han Jiangxue's vision blurred for a moment before she saw a shivering Little Poisonous Milk. His especially pale lips made her feel a pang of heartache.
Jiang Xiao said apologetically, "Sorry, I was too impatient. The opportunity vanished in an instant. I should've taken you with me."
Han Jiangxue hurriedly grabbed a towel and wrapped it around Jiang Xiao's Little Buzz Cut. "It's good that you're all right. That person..."
Jiang Xiao curled his lips. "He wanted to live a few more days and make it to the New Year. Do you think I could agree to that?"
Han Jiangxue glared at Jiang Xiao, both angry and annoyed, then let out a huge sigh of relief inwardly. She did not show much of it on her face, however, and hurriedly pushed him toward the bathroom. "Go take a hot shower. I'll make you some ginger soup."
As Jiang Xiao walked, he said, "I have Blessing. I'm fine. It cures everything."
"Mm." Han Jiangxue answered as she turned toward the kitchen. From far away, her voice drifted over. "No matter how urgent things are next time, don't go alone."
Jiang Xiao stopped and turned to look