It was already very late, and Dark did not linger long in the clubroom.
After observing the three Ghost Butterflies in the bonsai for a while longer, he had the Magic Spirits returning to the dormitory bring along the Meow Meow Grass and Fox Grass. Finally, under Agumon's reluctant gaze, he picked up the little Gu Huo Bird from its cradle before leaving the clubroom.
They agreed to return to the clubroom tomorrow afternoon after classes to continue their research, then each headed back to their dormitories.
The little Gu Huo Bird suddenly woke up on the way back to the dormitory, and it was still squawking loudly when they reached the common room, drawing quite a few curious looks.
It seemed to be far less brave than expected. The completely unfamiliar surroundings frightened it, and it clung tightly to Dark's chest without letting go.
Only after entering the relatively cramped dorm room did the little Gu Huo Bird gradually become livelier—when Dark placed it in the bathtub for a wash, it completely regained its energy!
After making a fuss in the bathroom for ages, Dark finally emerged carrying the drenched bird, carefully drying it with a towel.
Not long afterward, Aurora arrived with a late-night meal.
Dark had assumed that Aurora would not come so late at night, but not only had she come, she had brought a feast with her—a whole chicken stewed with snow ginseng!
Aurora placed the tray on the table and lifted the cover, instantly releasing the rich fragrance of snow ginseng chicken stew.
"Coo?"
Catching the scent, the little Gu Huo Bird flapped its wings and jumped onto the table, craning its neck to peer into the dish.
Then, in the very next second, it fled into the blankets in terror and trembled beneath