Old Enemies Meet; Li Xianlu Shines; The Jade Maiden Plays Matchmaker; All Are Astounded

Li Xian puffed up the "Pure Astral-Qi Garment" around his waist and abdomen, altering his figure slightly to make himself look somewhat fat. But a temporary measure could never be flawless; on close inspection, there were flaws everywhere. He moved swiftly, hurriedly washed his hands, and returned to the dining table.

Using the table as cover could hide his waist, abdomen, and feet, but his shoulders and neck could not be concealed. There were still flaws upon close inspection. Li Xian thought, This happened too suddenly. Had I known earlier, I would have worn a black robe and not feared being exposed so quickly. But then again, if I had known sooner, why would I have saved her? What Jade Maiden? I should have let her sink into the lake and feed the fish.

Zhao Ranran washed her hands again. Her jade-like face was faintly flushed as she cast Li Xian a seemingly casual glance, then sat opposite him. She had consumed little while sleeping in her dream, and though she felt hungry now, she was not in a rush to eat. Confused, she asked, "I... was truly unconscious for three years?"

Her brows suddenly furrowed slightly. She vaguely sensed something familiar about Li Xian, but her mind was muddled. Having only just awakened from a long sleep and received such a jumble of information, she had no time to dwell on it.

Li Xian said, "Why would I lie to you? If I wanted to deceive you, why save you? In your condition, had no one awakened you, you would have slept forever. Did I go through all that hardship just to wake you up and lie to you?"

Zhao Zaizai believed him and cupped her hands. "Thank you for saving me. I will engrave this favor upon my