Just as Xiao Yan and Zi Yan left the Attic where Gu Yuan was staying, a graceful figure in blue-green came treading through the air from a distant, mist-wreathed peak.
Her beauty could topple cities and kingdoms. Her dark hair fluttered in the wind, lending her an ethereal grace untouched by the mortal world.
It was Xun'er, who had hurried over upon hearing the news!
"Brother Xiao Yan!"
Xun'er's voice was as sweet as a lark's song, and her eyes brimmed with burning love for Xiao Yan.
With a light push off her toes, Xun'er threw herself into Xiao Yan's arms, her face full of affection.
Xiao Yan teased, "I haven't seen my Xun'er for a while, and she's grown even prettier."
"Really?"
A sweet smile appeared on Xun'er's face. Even a casual remark from Xiao Yan was enough to fill her exquisite features with happiness.
After sharing a tender moment, Xiao Yan's face softened into a smile.
"Xun'er, now that I've come to the Gu Clan, I'll make sure everyone knows you're my woman!"
"No one can stop us from being together!"
As he spoke, a fierce, piercing light blazed in Xiao Yan's eyes.
Xun'er's face flushed crimson, and she gave a small nod.
Beside them, Zi Yan muttered, "Hey, hey, hey! Could you two spare a thought for my feelings?"
Xun'er stuck her tongue out at Zi Yan. "Zi Yan, you've had Brother Xiao Yan all to yourself for so long. Can't you let me talk to him a little longer?"
At that, embarrassment immediately crossed Zi Yan's face, and she stammered, "Then... then I'll let you off this time."
Xiao Yan and Xun'er burst out laughing. Freeing one arm, Xiao Yan drew Zi Yan into his embrace as well. "Neither of you is getting away from me."