The two wandered aimlessly along the street, looking as affectionate as a young couple in love, and before they knew it, they had entered a residential complex.
"I thought you were taking me to your father's place."
Mo Xie glanced around the complex, a smile curling his lips as he looked at Mu Ningxue beside him.
Mu Ningxue had held his hand the whole way, unwilling to let go. She gave him a charming roll of her eyes and said with mild annoyance.
"I rent an apartment near Imperial Capital Academy. It's better to do this sort of thing at my place."
Mo Xie cast her a sidelong glance and gently squeezed her soft, delicate hand. Amusement flickered in his eyes as he asked softly.
"This sort of thing... what sort of thing, exactly?"
His warm breath brushed her ear, making Mu Ningxue tremble slightly. Her ears flushed crimson, and she lightly slapped his arm, saying crossly.
"Celebrating your birthday, of course. It wouldn't be convenient at Dad's place."
The Iceberg Beauty's rare display of girlish shyness really did have a charm all its own. It seemed the Ice Crystal Bow's influence was growing weaker and weaker.
His main reason for coming to the Imperial Capital this time was a message from Mu Ningxue, asking whether he could visit so she could celebrate his birthday.
After thinking it over, he accepted the invitation. He had already promised to visit the Imperial Capital anyway.
Mu Ningxue led him into an apartment building, took the elevator up, and opened her door.
The apartment was simply furnished, yet its understated style retained a touch of luxury, making it feel very comfortable.
"Sit down for a bit. I'll go get things ready in the kitchen."
After saying that to Mo Xie, Mu Ningxue was