The Star Gate Appears, an Old Friend Returns, and the Meteor Shower Mystery Sparks Laughter

The sea breeze swept across the beach, carrying a salty, damp scent. The golden sand was warmed by the sunlight. Dai Mubai stood at the shore with his hands behind his back, his blue eyes fixed on the distant horizon. Though his brows were slightly furrowed, his tone was firm. "Everyone, stay calm. Trust Little San. He never breaks his word."

Oscar stroked his chin, kicking pebbles with the tip of his foot, his face full of worry. "But it's already been three days past the agreed date. Could Little San have run into some trouble on the way here? The soul beasts in the deep sea are far more dangerous than those on land."

Xiao Wu gripped the corner of her clothes, her rabbit-ear-like lashes trembling lightly. Her voice carried a faint choke. "And Sister Zhixia... if she finds out Brother Gu was taken by the Spirit Hall Empire, she'll definitely panic. I'm just afraid she'll act impulsively."

Zhu Zhuqing walked over to Xiao Wu and patted her shoulder, her cool voice calm and steady. "Lin Zhixia isn't an impulsive person. We should trust her judgment."

The moment she finished speaking, silver-purple starlight suddenly shimmered in the air behind them. Strands of star patterns intertwined, instantly forming a radiant Star Gate. The doors slowly opened, and a slender figure quietly stepped out. She tiptoed behind Ning Rongrong and gently covered her eyes with both hands.

"Guess who I am~" Lin Zhixia deliberately softened her voice, making it sweet as honey, with a mischievous lilt at the end.

Ning Rongrong's nose twitched, and she immediately recognized the familiar scent. Smiling, she turned to hug her, but the instant her eyes fell on Lin Zhixia's face, her smile froze. "Sister Zhixia! What happened to your face?"

Everyone looked over at once.