First Stirring of Love (1)

In the days that followed, Su Miaoxi came every day, rain or shine. It was as though she had completely forgotten those tender thoughts, throwing herself wholeheartedly into swordsmanship. Her progress was so rapid that even Shen Yuxi found it somewhat surprising.

"Has Junior Sister gotten addicted to fighting? She's forgotten all about proper business." Lin Mumu propped up her chin and boredly kicked at a little stone by her foot. Like a stone skipping across water, it bounced and hopped, rolling far away before finally disappearing into the grass.

Watching the two people in the field spar with utter focus, she silently grumbled: Junior Sister... you clearly came here at first because you wanted to get close to Senior Brother. And now? You've really turned into someone who comes to find him for sparring practice.

Zhu Yaoyao, who had come to watch with her, could not help laughing softly. She said unhurriedly, "Isn't that quite good? She gets to have contact with him, communicate and exchange pointers, and leave Senior Brother with the good impression of being studious. It kills several birds with one stone."

"Speaking of which, Junior Sister Lin's strength truly cannot be underestimated." Zhu Yaoyao's expression suddenly grew serious. Recalling the silver light that had filled the sky earlier, undisguised admiration appeared on her face. "If Junior Sister Lin had Golden Core cultivation, she might truly be able to fight Senior Brother Shen."

"Senior Sister, don't tease me." Lin Mumu curled her lips, a trace of self-mockery appearing on her face as she shrugged helplessly. "Senior Brother was going easy on me. With equal cultivation, I can manage against Third Senior Brother, but against Eldest Senior Brother, I have absolutely no chance of winning. As for Second Senior Brother... let someone else try. I can't do