The two women walked in and saw Xiao Wujiu chatting with a group of elders in the sitting room. At a single glance, both of them grew excited.
He had really returned!
Though excited, they understood what mattered most and quietly waited at the side for him to finish his conversation.
Xiao Wujiu naturally noticed the two women who had entered. He clasped his hands toward the surrounding elders. "I agree to all of your alchemy requests. Just give me the ingredients, and you can collect the pills in a few days."
"In that case, many thanks to Elder Xiao."
"Indeed, indeed. We shall return in a few days. If you ever need anything in the future, please do not hesitate to ask, Elder Xiao."
"We shall not disturb you any longer. Farewell."
Seeing that Xiao Wujiu seemed to have matters to attend to, the elders took their leave one after another, leaving the space to him.
Once everyone had left, Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin rushed forward and tightly embraced Xiao Wujiu.
"Xiao Wujiu!"
"Young Master!"
One large and one small figure rushed over at astonishing speed. Xiao Wujiu opened his arms and gathered them both into his embrace.
"Xiao Yi Xian, Qing Lin, I'm back."
His voice was soothing as he gently stroked their heads, easing the longing in their hearts.
Only after quite a while did they calm down and begin telling Xiao Wujiu about their experiences in the Outer Academy during his absence.
From their confusion when they had first enrolled, to their usual diligent cultivation, to the people who had harassed them—although their strength and talent meant they had not suffered too many setbacks, he could still hear the longing in their words.
As evening approached, the Snow Empress entered the sitting room.