At that moment, I could only reluctantly let go of Xiao Yu.
When we met again, it would be several months later.
By then, it would also be time for us to set out and destroy Carefree Tower.
"Jiang Ning, I'm heading back!"
"Mm!"
Though reluctant, I still forced out a smile.
Xiao Yu looked back every few steps as she entered the Experimental Building.
"Take care of yourself..."
"Don't worry, I'll be fine. Go on back!"
I smiled and waved.
My heart hurt like hell.
Xiao Yu gave me one final look before fully entering the Experimental Building and disappearing from my sight.
The doors closed once more, and everything returned to calm.
I took a deep breath, picked up the Heavenly Keystone, then turned and left...
I did not use the main gate, because Captain Niu was far too dedicated.
He was still patrolling at the entrance.
So I climbed over the wall again, found my car, and drove back to Fish Mouth.
Xiao Yu would be in seclusion for three to five months, and during that time, I would not be able to contact her through Black Lotus.
Since there was nothing pressing, I could use this time to settle myself properly.
It did not take long to return to Fish Mouth. I had breakfast before heading back.
Master was not at the shop. He was surely still fishing.
I offered incense to Grandmaster, then went back to my room and lay down to sleep.
When I woke up, it was already afternoon...
I sat cross-legged and regulated my breathing, discovering that the true qi within me was abundant.
After this trip, my own "qi" had clearly grown as well...
But I was still some distance from breaking through.
Leaving my room, I found that Master had