A New Commission

This truly was an astonishing tale.

Though many details were open to debate, if it were made into a movie, it would probably become a massive hit, right?

A child who had endured countless hardships meeting someone like the true chosen one...

Yu Wuyi found herself thinking of such things for no reason.

But more importantly, what was she supposed to do now?

"Alright, I've received your payment."

"So, what are your plans from here on out?"

he asked gently.

"Why don't you seem surprised at all?"

Ning Tian was somewhat puzzled. In her experience, everyone who learned her identity was either shocked or ingratiating. Even people of status and standing would reveal at least some emotion.

Yet none of that could be seen on Yu Wuyi. It was as though he had known her identity all along.

"Hm? You mean your identity?"

"Haha, I did indeed know that already. This Odd Jobs Shop of ours may not be large, but it has quite a bit of influence."

"As long as you can afford the price, I can even pluck the stars from the sky for you."

Of course, Yu Wuyi would not tell her that he had only confirmed her identity after scanning her just now.

Besides, he did need to maintain a certain air of mystery. Only by being shrouded in mystery could he make things beyond ordinary reason more readily acceptable.

It could also make anyone watching from the shadows wary.

Though there was no one like that at the moment.

He clearly already knew who I was, yet the payment he asked for was something he let me name myself.

Wasn't that the same as blocking a wave of enemies for me for nothing, and even offending the Dark Leap Auction House?

Why would he go this far for someone he had only just met?

No, he knew my identity from the beginning. Could it be because of my sect?

But she quickly dismissed that thought, because all she could see in the young man's eyes was a pair of crystal-clear gazes without the slightest impurity.

Reflected in those two differently colored eyes was only one scene—one person.

"Thank you!"

Ning Tian expressed her gratitude as sincerely and forcefully as she could.

Her reddened eyes from crying, coupled with the expression of someone trying hard to suppress her emotions, made her look utterly adorable.

What a feast!

Seeing such a heart-melting sight, Yu Wuyi silently gave thanks in his heart.

Outwardly, however, his expression did not change. He had to maintain his gentlemanly persona.

With an unhurried wave of his right hand, a cake on a large plate appeared out of thin air in his hand, and he pushed it before Ning Tian.

With a flick of his left hand, he produced a fork as if performing a magic trick and placed it beside the plate.

"You must be hungry after hiding for so long. However, this shop only serves drinks and desserts. Please forgive the poor hospitality."

"N-No, not at all. Thank you!"

Ning Tian shook her head fiercely, picked up the fork with her little hand, and immediately took a bite.

The cream melted in her mouth. It was sweet without being cloying, rich with the flavor of milk.

The cake was soft and delicious, fluffy and delicate, with the fragrance of wheat filling her nose.

"It's so good!"

She voiced her thoughts without realizing it. During her time in prison, she had eaten little different from the other prisoners.

Hard, terrible steamed buns, pickles as tasteless as wax, and all sorts of things like that.

Yet to survive, she could only endure her churning stomach and force herself to swallow them.

Now that she was eating something so delicious again, inexplicable emotions surged into her heart.

The tears she had just stopped began to flow once more. She ate absentmindedly, bite by bite, immersed in her own emotions.

In a situation like this, it was best to let her vent on her own. A disciple of a great sect who had suddenly suffered such a setback needed to release it somehow.

If she kept it bottled up inside, it might instead breed inner demons and lead her down the wrong path.

Quietly, Yu Wuyi turned and walked toward the wine rack. Pretending to organize it, she carefully examined the system's newly added functions.

The two of them each immersed themselves in their own affairs.

Only after finishing the cake did Ning Tian gradually recover from her emotions.

She looked at the plate with only a little cream left on it, then turned toward that white-haired back.

A different sort of feeling began to grow within her heart.

He was clearly only a few years older than her, so why was he so mature and steady?

He was especially meticulous in everything he did, and he cared deeply about her feelings, knowing what she needed...

And he was even running such a large shop all by himself...

As the young sect mistress of the Nine-Colored Glazed Tile Sect, she had naturally met many outstanding young men, whether they were her age or around Yu Wuyi's age.

Most of them were much taller than Yu Wuyi.

Yu Wuyi: Was that polite?!

There were also quite a few handsome ones, but not a single one gave her the feeling Yu Wuyi did.

His meticulous observations, his understanding words, his gentle and warm expression, his attitude of always keeping his word, and so much more.

Those qualities gave Yu Wuyi his one-of-a-kind aura.

In Ning Tian's eyes, he was as dazzling as the midday sun.

"Would you like another serving?"

After Yu Wuyi finished reading through the entire feature introduction, he turned around and happened to meet Ning Tian's eyes.

As though she had been electrocuted, Ning Tian abruptly lowered her head. Two faint blushes bloomed on her pretty face, which had only just recovered.

"Hm? What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell somewhere?"

Why had she suddenly gotten so strange? It wasn't like I put anything in the cake.

"Nothing. Your cake is delicious."

Ning Tian sharply drew in a breath, forcibly suppressing the flutter in her heart and doing her best to look normal.

When she raised her head again, the two blushes had already vanished.

It had to be said that her self-control was strong. She had managed to return to normal in such a short time.

One had to remember that she was only ten years old. Even though everyone on the Douluo Continent matured early, such self-control was especially outstanding.

Since she did not say anything, Yu Wuyi naturally had no intention of probing further. He merely walked back to the counter and stopped before her once more.

"So, what are you planning to do next?"

This time, he no longer addressed her as "ma'am," but as an equal.

Ning Tian's expression was somewhat complicated. She seemed to have an idea, but she was extremely hesitant.

In the end, she still spoke.

"I have a request, but I don't know whether you..."

The implication was that she did have something in mind, but she did not know whether Yu Wuyi could accomplish it, so she did not dare finish her words.

"Do you remember what I said earlier?"

"My Everything Shop may not be much, but its capabilities are."

"As long as you can afford the payment, I can even pluck the stars from the heavens for you."

"You didn't think I was joking, did you?"

Yu Wuyi revealed a confident smile.

Ning Tian stared at him blankly. Of course, she had heard those words clearly, but at first, she truly had thought they were merely meant to comfort her.

But now, seeing the boy's confident appearance, she somehow found much more courage in her heart.

If it was him, then maybe he really could...

No, he definitely could!

Without realizing it, in that brief span of time, Yu Wuyi had already left an indelible mark on Ning Tian's heart.

But that seemed only natural. Even if it had been someone else with experiences like Ning Tian's, it would have been difficult not to fall under Yu Wuyi's assault, right?

"I want to submit a commission!"

Ning Tian's voice was firm and forceful.

"Alright, then what is the content of your commission?"

Yu Wuyi revealed a pleased smile.

"Send me back to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!"