After settling Li'er and Hou Fei in Spirit Creek Courtyard, west of Star Pavilion, Yun Ce hurried off to the formation construction site. Excavation of the Minor Heavenly Star Formation's core had reached a critical stage, and there were still many details he needed to finalize himself. There was no time to lose. Spirit Creek Courtyard was rich in spiritual energy, and the Spirit Gathering Array had already been set up. As soon as Hou Fei had settled in, he ran out with the Black Rod, eagerly darting around Star Pavilion and drawing frequent sidelong glances from the guards. However, they had been warned by Yun Ce and didn't dare stop him.
Li'er didn't follow Hou Fei in his antics. She strolled out of the courtyard, following Qin Yu's aura. Before long, she found him meditating on a quiet cliff behind Star Pavilion. The sea breeze brushed the cliffside, and spiritual energy swirled around him. Qin Yu's aura was steady, a faint golden glow circulating around his body as he immersed himself in cultivation. The Meteor Tear around him quietly radiated a faint life force, blending seamlessly with the surrounding spiritual energy.
Li'er didn't approach and disturb him. She simply stood quietly to one side, her eyes resting on Qin Yu, a trace of warmth in their depths. When Qin Yu slowly finished his cultivation and opened his eyes, she smiled and walked over. "Young Master Qin Yu, you certainly know how to enjoy yourself, cultivating in peace and quiet here."
When Qin Yu saw it was Li'er, delight flashed in his eyes. He quickly rose and clasped his hands. "Miss Li'er, what brings you here? I was so absorbed in my cultivation that I didn't notice you arrive. Please forgive my rudeness."
"There's no need for formalities, Young Master,"