The sun sank in the west, disappearing behind the distant mountains.
Only wisps of sunset glow remained, painting the horizon crimson.
"Almost there. Another hour or two, and I'll reach Star Luo City."
On the woodland trail, Zhu Zhuyun glanced at the sky, then looked away, ready to continue on her journey.
But the next moment, she lowered the right leg she had just lifted. Wariness filled her pretty face, and she arched her body like a startled kitten.
Rustle, rustle, rustle.
A rustling rose from the woods. Something was clearly approaching.
"Zhu Yun, we're old acquaintances. Do you really need to be so nervous?"
As the voice faded, several figures sprang into view before Zhu Zhuyun.
"Dai Weisi!"
A flicker of surprise crossed Zhu Zhuyun's eyes.
"Surprised?"
A smile appeared on Dai Weisi's handsome face.
He was thoroughly pleased with himself.
Zhu Zhuyun's reaction was exactly what he had wanted to see.
"Move!"
Zhu Zhuyun couldn't be bothered to argue with him. She simply uttered that cold command.
She no longer wanted anything more to do with this man.
"Move?"
"No, no, no. I waited here to invite you over to my residence. You mustn't refuse."
"And to discuss getting back together."
As Dai Weisi spoke, he even winked at Zhu Zhuyun.
At once, Zhu Zhuyun's gaze grew dark and icy.
She knew the Netherworld Grand Duke must have broken off her engagement for her. Dai Weisi refused to accept it and intended to resort to extreme measures.
"Don't waste your time scheming. No one's coming to save you."
"While we've been talking, my men have surrounded you. Now there's no escape."
"Ten Soul Ancestors, plus the Soul King beside me. Even if you sprouted wings, you couldn't escape."
Dai Weisi looked utterly smug. As he spoke, he flicked