Once it was completely over, Shen Ranxi lay on Feifei's back and was carried into the lake by it.
The little fellow had been by her side all along, its black bean-like eyes watching her worriedly as it held up its slender Cloud Transformation arms to wipe her sweat.
"Thanks..." Noticing Feifei's gaze, she added, "Feifei worked hard too. I'll treat you all tomorrow."
Feifei proudly raised its head. I was sleeping so soundly for most of the night, yet this Auspicious Beast worked so hard to help you. If I don't get anything good out of this, you're dead!
Looking at her bedraggled state, Shen Ranxi weakly washed herself up, then left the space, dove into bed, and immediately fell asleep.
Meanwhile, the Back Mountain was anything but peaceful.
Zhao Wuji and Flender faced the Black-robed Man as if confronting a formidable enemy. Zhao Wuji wore a grave expression, every muscle in his body taut as he radiated a powerful aura, like a lion that had just awakened.
This was entirely different from his playful scuffles with the students. The full might of a Soul Saint was released without reservation, and the crushing aura and pressure enveloped the entire area, making it hard to breathe.
Yet the enemy standing opposite him showed no reaction whatsoever, telling Zhao Wuji that this man was no pushover.
"Senior, may I ask what brings you here so late at night?" Flender appeared respectful, but was secretly gathering his strength. If the man had truly come to settle old scores, then he would fight him to the end.
The powerful aura leaking from the Black-robed Man was far beyond what he could withstand. The cold killing intent alone made the hairs on his body stand on end.
"I never expected to see the