"Brother, did Yuan Yao agree to something in return for your help? To become your concubine, or something else?"
Xin Ruyin suddenly spoke up with a slightly strange expression, saying something that made Fang Yu's face change slightly.
"Cough, cough! It's a long story."
Fang Yu coughed twice.
"Then make it short. It should be Void Heaven Hall, right? I heard from Sister Yuan Yao that the Soul-Nourishing Wood in her possession was obtained from Void Heaven Hall with your help."
Xin Ruyin guessed thoughtfully.
"I really can't hide anything from you. Yes, we did meet in Void Heaven Hall..."
Afterward, Fang Yu told her about what had happened in Void Heaven Hall.
Naturally, he did not mention the deep exchange he had shared with Yuan Yao within the Spirit Eye Spring.
But even if he did not say it, Xin Ruyin could guess a thing or two. Still, she did not expose him.
"Brother really is kindhearted, always tender toward beautiful women."
Xin Ruyin smiled sweetly and teased him.
"More or less. A woman so devoted and loyal—I couldn't exactly stand by and watch her fade away, could I?" Fang Yu could not help laughing.
"Mm! Brother is right. Sister Yuan Yao truly values loyalty and affection. If you truly have feelings for her, do not let her down. If you do not, then I hope you will not provoke her. This little sister thanks you in advance."
Xin Ruyin tidied her sleeves and gave Fang Yu a formal bow, making her request.
"Ru Yin, you jest. If I had no such intentions, why would I provoke her? Rest assured. I will never let Yao Yao down."
Fang Yu chuckled and made his promise.
Xin Ruyin and Yuan Yao were both people who valued affection and loyalty. They had