Hu Liena sat on the beach, holding a colorful seashell in her hands. Her gaze happened to fall on Chen Xuanqing, who was engrossed in catching fish.
Watching his figure, so full of childlike delight, Hu Liena could not help laughing. She called out mischievously, "Brother Xuanqing, how old are you now? And you're still catching fish here like a little kid. You're so childish!"
At her words, Chen Xuanqing turned around, his face lit by a sunny smile. He waved to Hu Liena and said, "Nana, come down and play with me!"
Chen Xuanqing had never seen the ocean in his previous life, so naturally, he wanted to enjoy himself this time.
Besides, since leaving Slaughter City, he had neither taken a proper rest nor devoted any time to tempering his mind.
That was why he let himself go so completely at the seaside-or acted so childishly, one might say.
Seeing the anticipation in Chen Xuanqing's eyes, Hu Liena felt warmth bloom in her heart. She took off her shoes and stepped barefoot into the sea.
The water gently lapped over her feet, bringing a cool, soothing sensation.
Suddenly, Hu Liena scooped up a handful of seawater and splashed it hard at Chen Xuanqing.
Caught off guard by the sudden attack, Chen Xuanqing shook his head with a laugh and swiftly retaliated, scooping up seawater and splashing it at Hu Liena in turn.
The two played at splashing each other in the sea, their laughter mingling with the sound of the waves and echoing along the shore.
As time passed, their clothes became soaked with seawater, but their faces shone with joyful, contented smiles.
An hour later, tired from playing, they returned to the beach. Chen Xuanqing found a few stones and stacked them into a makeshift fish-grilling stand.