Qian Renxue stared at him blankly, saying nothing for a long while.
After a long time, she finally spoke softly.
"Thank you."
Her voice was quiet, yet filled with sincerity.
Liu Bai smiled but said nothing.
Qian Renxue lowered her head. After a moment of silence, she suddenly asked,
"Liu Bai, why are you helping me?"
Liu Bai thought for a moment, then said,
"Probably because... you're a good person."
Qian Renxue froze, then could not help but laugh.
"A good person? That's the first time anyone has ever described me that way."
Liu Bai smiled.
"What? Do you think you're not a good person?"
Qian Renxue shook her head without answering.
She gazed at the distant sea. Moonlight spilled across the rippling surface, making it beautiful as a dream.
"I did many wrong things before."
She spoke softly.
"For Spirit Hall, for godhood, I did many... not very good things. I was afraid I would disappoint Grandfather."
Liu Bai looked at her without speaking.
Qian Renxue continued,
"But now I understand. Grandfather wouldn't be disappointed. He only hoped that I would live well and see this world for her."
She turned to look at Liu Bai.
"So, thank you. Thank you for being willing to help me."
Liu Bai smiled faintly but said nothing.
The two sat quietly on the beach, neither speaking again.
Moonlight streamed down, and the sea breeze brushed gently past. Everything was so peaceful.
After a long while, Qian Renxue stood up.
"I should go back."
Liu Bai nodded.
"Alright. Be careful on the way."
Qian Renxue looked at him and suddenly asked,
"Liu Bai, are we friends now?"
Liu Bai smiled.
"Of course."
The corners of Qian Renxue's lips lifted slightly, revealing a faint smile.
Then she turned around. With a gentle flap of