The Women: We Can't Wait, Write Faster!

When Xu Sanshi stepped into the final checkpoint, the scene before him instantly changed.

Gone is the misty, cloud-shrouded scenery of Heaven-and-Earth Valley of Love Inquiry; in its place lies an all-too-familiar street.

The road is paved with bluestone slabs, and there are quaint shops on both sides. The air is filled with the faint fragrance of osmanthus.

Xu Sanshi stood there, stunned, looking around at everything in a daze.

This place... feels so familiar.

Just then, a servant boy dressed in a light blue short shirt ran over from the side.

With a fawning smile, he bowed to Xu Sanshi and said, "Second Young Master, what are you still doing here? The venue has been arranged for you. Today is your coming-of-age ceremony, and the head of the family is getting impatient."

Xu Sanshi suddenly turned his head and looked at the servant.

He recognized the servant boy; his name was Chen Wen, and he had been his personal page when he was a child.

Chen Wen's talent was mediocre, and after Xu Sanshi entered Shrek Academy, they almost lost contact.

How did he get here?

Chen Wen was also somewhat bewildered when he saw Xu Sanshi's blank expression.

He scratched his head and said, "Second Young Master, what's wrong? Where else would I be if not here? Come with me quickly."

Let me tell you, I've found you the best of the best today, you'll absolutely be satisfied!

Today is your fifteenth birthday coming-of-age ceremony, and the head of the family has personally prepared everything for you. Why aren't you in a hurry anymore?

Xu Sanshi subconsciously looked down at his hands.

Those were the hands of a young man, slender and fair, without the calluses left by years of training.

He touched his face again, and his body was much smaller than it was now.

He wasn't wearing Shrek Academy's uniform, but rather the luxurious attire unique to the Dark Nether Sect.

He... actually returned to the day of his coming-of-age ceremony at fifteen.

Xu Sanshi's heart skipped a beat, and an indescribable excitement surged through him.

On my fifteenth birthday.

It was on this day that he met Jiang Nannan for the first time.

On that same day, something happened that he would regret for the rest of his life.

It was because of that one moment of foolishness that her true love left her, and even now, Jiang Nannan's heart is still filled with shadows.

Not only Jiang Nannan, but even he himself has lived in guilt and self-blame for so many years.

If only we could do it all over again...

Xu Sanshi took a deep breath, his eyes becoming incredibly determined.

If he could really do it all over again, he would be willing to give up ten years of his life.

Chen Wen led the way, and after several twists and turns, they arrived at a secluded house.

The atmosphere here was somewhat ambiguous, with a faint scent of incense filling the air.

Chen Wen pointed to a room in the distance, winked at Xu Sanshi, and said, "Second Young Master, the person is waiting for you inside. I guarantee you'll be satisfied."

Xu Sanshi didn't speak, and walked heavily toward the room.

He knew that it was no coincidence that the Heaven-and-Earth Valley of Love Inquiry was making him retrace his steps.

This is a test of his sincerity.

The test in his heart was what truly mattered.

Is it the position of the future head of the Dark Nether Sect, the opportunity for his Martial Soul Evolution, or... the girl he has cared about his whole life?

Xu Sanshi wasn't stupid; he knew from the beginning that he was in an illusion, a place for testing people.

Even so, his heart was still racing uncontrollably.

He reached out, his hand trembling, and pushed open the wooden door.

"Squeak"

The wooden door was pushed open.

The room was dimly lit, with a large bed placed in the center.

Beside the bed, a small, thin figure was curled up.

It was a girl, dressed in a faded coarse cloth dress, her long hair falling over her shoulders and obscuring her face.

Her body was trembling slightly, like a frightened little rabbit.

Xu Sanshi stopped in his tracks, his eyes instantly turning red.

It's her.

It really is her.

Jiang Nannan.

He really came back.

Xu Sanshi walked towards Jiang Nannan step by step, his steps very light, as if afraid of startling her.

He knelt down beside the bed, his voice so gentle it could melt hearts. "Don't be afraid, I won't hurt you."

Shrek Academy, Female Dormitory.

When Xiao Xiao saw the entry in the diary where Xu Sanshi knelt down and gently comforted Jiang Nannan, her cheeks flushed bright red, like a ripe apple.

She quickly covered her face with her hands, her bright eyes peeking out from between her fingers, and whispered, "Senior Xu Sanshi... he's so gentle... I never realized it before..."

Shrek Academy, Inner Court.

After another intense training session, Ma Xiaotao's clothes were soaked with sweat, clinging tightly to her body and highlighting her hot figure.

She saw the image in her mind, raised an eyebrow, a playful smile appeared on her lips, and she whistled loudly.

"Hey, I never knew Xu Sanshi had this side to him. He usually seems so carefree, but he turns out to be quite a man when it really matters."

She paused, then pouted slightly in dissatisfaction. "But Lin Ye, can you hurry up and write? You're dragging your feet, it's driving me crazy! What about the rest of the content?"

Shrek Academy students, Inner Court Office.

Zhang Lexuan sat by the window, holding a book in her hand. Her temperament was gentle and dignified, like a blooming orchid.

Upon seeing this part of the diary, her fingers, which were turning the pages, paused slightly, and a look of understanding appeared in her eyes.

She sighed softly, "The trials of Heaven-and-Earth Valley of Love Inquiry are indeed well-deserved. They directly pull people back to the most regrettable moments of their lives. Xu Sanshi must have suffered a lot these past years."

Shrek Academy, Female Dormitory.

Having witnessed countless schemes and hypocrisy, Ning Tian smiled faintly when she saw Xu Sanshi's gentleness and remorse.

"I never expected the Second Young Master of the Dark Nether Sect to be such a devoted lover. He's willing to give up his position as the head of the family and the Martial Soul Evolution for a woman. He's much better than those sycophantic noble scions."

The Far North.

Ice Empress idly fiddled with his long, ice-blue hair.

Upon seeing this, Ice Empress immediately sat up straight, a glint of excitement flashing in his icy blue eyes.

She nudged Snow Empress beside her with her elbow and said, "Look! The show's about to begin! This human kid seems pretty interesting."

Snow Empress smiled gently, "Yes, it's truly admirable to remain rational in a situation like this and still think about comforting the other person."

Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineering Academy, Female Dormitory.

When Ju Zi saw the contents of the diary in her mind, she put down what she was holding, crossed her arms, and a meaningful smile appeared on her lips.

"A man's promises... are always easier said than done."

I just don't know if Xu Sanshi can keep his word.

She paused, then tapped the table impatiently. "But Lin Ye, can you hurry up and write? Is it fun to keep people in suspense?"