"I'll work hard to catch up to you!"
Ma Xiaotao's face was serious as she declared with conviction.
No matter how much effort it took, she would persevere and always stay by Chu Ge's side!
Life was so long. She refused to be left behind by Chu Ge just because her strength couldn't keep up!
"Good. I believe in you."
Chu Ge nodded earnestly, offering her sincere encouragement. He believed it wouldn't be long before she could reach that level too.
These were things she was bound to experience in her life anyway. With his help, Xiaotao would surely reach even more unexpected heights!
"Of course~"
Ma Xiaotao threw herself into his arms, smiling brightly.
How I wish...
I could always be with him!
"But..."
"It's about time we got some rest."
Looking at the beauty in his arms, Chu Ge chuckled and stroked her head. It was already late, and she needed to be in peak condition to absorb the Soul Bone tomorrow.
With that, he took the slightly blushing woman into bed with him, and before long, they drifted into dreams.
The peaceful night passed in a flash.
That night, Ma Xiaotao slept more soundly than she had in ages, and she was happier than ever. Of course, every future day with Chu Ge would make her happy too.
Early the next morning.
Chu Ge opened his eyes and gently kissed the forehead of the woman in his arms. Unexpectedly, when he merely stroked her little head, she opened her eyes in bewilderment, looking as though she had been startled awake.
"Oh, you."
If Chu Ge hadn't already known she was awake, he might actually have believed that performance. This girl was truly adorable!
"What is it, Chu Ge...?"
Ma Xiaotao asked sleepily.
"Nothing."
"You wake up that