After Jiang Nuo and Si Yan both forwarded the Weibo about the Weird and Strange Adventure, Jiang Nuo heard the progress of the side quest for the first time in a long time.
[Side Quest: The Villain's Secret, Progress 90%, Score +1000]
With only one day left before departure, Si Yan was busy at home preparing disinfection supplies.
Jiang Nuo nestled on the sofa, propping her chin up as she looked at him, tilting her head in confusion.
The last time I made progress was in the tomb palace, where I discovered that Si Yan's past life was that of an emperor.
I haven't discovered any secrets about Si Yan these past few days.
[The villain's identity is revealed, the plotline is altered, and the mission progresses faster.]
0732 Friendly explanation.
I see.
Jiang Nuo nodded thoughtfully, just as Si Yan returned after packing up all the disinfection supplies, carrying two large boxes in his arms.
Jiang Nuo froze, and after a couple of seconds, looked up at him. "You prepared all of this?"
That's four times the usual amount!
Si Yan sat down on the sofa and nodded obediently, "Yes, Nuonuo, quickly put her into your spatial storage, don't forget her."
Jiang Nuo: "..."
Have you been to Feng Mountain?
Si Yan: "No, just in case."
Something's not right. Something's a million times wrong.
If you've never been there, why would you have that expression?
Jiang Nuo slapped Si Yan's hand away, straddled his lap, leaned over, and pinched his cheek with a suspicious look in her eyes.
"You're hiding something from me, Si Jiaojiao."
Si Yan naturally wrapped his arms around Jiang Nuo's waist, pulling her into his embrace. Seeing that he could no longer hide it, he frowned and hesitated.
"Okay, I've been there."
Si Yan pursed her lips, buried her head in Jiang Nuo's neck, nuzzled her a few times, and continued speaking.
"At the age of eighteen, I officially inherited the title of the association's young master and went to Feng Mountain to set up formations and become familiar with the Underworld."
"Hmm." Jiang Nuo nodded, it sounded like there was no problem.
Si Yan said dejectedly, "Back then, I wasn't feeling well and had a bad temper. I tried to summon the spirit for a long time, but no underworld messengers came, so I destroyed the formation and burned the altar along with it."
Jiang Nuo pulled Si Yan's arm over her head, listening to the story while trying to find a comfortable position to lie down.
Si Yan intertwined her fingers with his, her eyes lowered as she continued.
"As a result, the spiritual energy was too strong, attracting a powerful spirit official from the Underworld, who was so angry that he flooded the array altar... causing a flash flood on the mountain."
The more you talk about it, the more awkward it becomes. Revisiting the stupid things you've done in the past is one of the hardest things in life.
"Flash floods and landslides, it's dirty and terrifying..."
Si Yan still feels uncomfortable thinking about it now. Her legs below the knees were covered in dirty mud and water, which couldn't be wiped off even after it dried, leaving a grayish residue clinging to her skin.
After reminiscing about the past, Si Yan let out a long sigh.
After a brief moment of stunned silence, Jiang Nuo's shoulders trembled from trying to suppress her laughter, so she leaned against Si Yan to calm herself down.
"Wife..."
Si Yan felt wronged, her lips close to Jiang Nuo's earlobe, her voice slightly hoarse, "You're laughing at me."
"No."
Jiang Nuo shook her head, but couldn't suppress the smile on her lips, and cupped Si Yan's face for a kiss.
"Don't be afraid, I'm here this time."
Si Yan's phoenix eyes curved slightly as he lowered them, his slender fingers hooking around the back of Jiang Nuo's loungewear, gently caressing the soft skin of her waist.
"And more..."
With his free hand, he pressed down on Jiang Nuo's head, which she was trying to lift, and deepened the comforting kiss.
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Due to the unusual location, the production team's bus couldn't get in, and the live broadcast only started outside the Sleeping Village.
The live stream immediately topped the trending charts across all platforms without much promotion upon its launch.
It's finally here! Looking forward to the surprises this time!
Go God Nuo! Slay the monsters!
Wow, this village is so beautiful! It's just like something out of a fairy tale.
Unlike the damp and humid climate of Fragrant Tree Village, Sleeping Village has a pleasant climate, with blue skies reflecting green mountains and clear waters, butterflies fluttering about, the sound of babbling brooks in the distance, and even the air itself is fragrant.
Jiang Nuo, wearing the same style of outdoor windbreaker as Si Yan but in a different color, looked up at the village.
"What a long village."
The location of Sleeping Village is quite strange. A long and wide stone road runs through the entire village, and the residents' bamboo houses are built on both sides. Each side has two long rows of houses, and they are all raised open spaces with various flowers planted underneath. Perhaps because no one takes care of them, they have grown wildly to the roadside.
Those off-camera might not know, but the seven guests standing outside the village's bamboo gate could clearly feel the extreme tranquility.
In such deathly silence, even the rustling of petals and the fluttering of butterfly wings become clear, a beauty so exquisite it's almost ethereal.
"What an evil place."
Feimina clasped her hands in amazement, then stretched out her hands, feeling a gentle breeze flowing through her fingers. "It really is magic."
"Captain Jiang, shall we go in?"
Jiang Nuo politely declined this title.
But the girl said she was used to it every time they went out, and he... really couldn't do anything about it.
Si Yong suddenly chuckled twice, seemingly mocking, his raised eyebrows hinting at a strange smile.
As Si Yan walked inside, she brushed past him, giving him a warning look, "You'd better not cause trouble here. Shut up while I'm still in a good mood."
Si Yong shrugged. "I didn't say anything... Fine, whatever."
He appeared generous, indulging the younger generation's misbehavior.
Si Yan felt nauseous just looking at him, rolled her eyes without any attempt to hide it, and walked into the village gate side by side with Jiang Nuo.
Zhou Ling and Tuoba Hong naturally followed their young master. Even though they knew Si Yong was the chairman's son, what did that have to do with them?
Needless to say, Zhang Quan considers anyone who treats Jiang Nuo badly his enemy, and this extends to Si Yan as well, so naturally he doesn't treat Si Yong well either.
However, Feimina, who witnessed the Si Family's argument that day, looked at Si Yong with great interest. After their eyes met, she looked away as if nothing had happened and walked closely with Zhou Ling.
[Hmm? The atmosphere is a bit strange.]
It seems like this guy named Si Yong is being ostracized? By the way, he also has the surname Si...
[Speaking out boldly! Could Si Yong be some kind of illegitimate child?]
I think since they've already come out to save the village, they shouldn't be fighting amongst themselves.
I feel so sorry for this guy qaq
I feel... a little sleepy.
The combat boots paused, Zhou Ling rubbed her forehead, shook her head to dispel the sudden drowsiness, and her white eyes were filled with bright doubt.
She hadn't felt this sleepy in years.
Just as I was about to ask them if they felt the same way, I heard Si Yan yawn.
"Damn it."
Si Yan, feeling drowsy, rubbed her temples and leaned against Jiang Nuo's chest. "I'm so sleepy too."
Jiang Nuo raised an eyebrow, gently patted Si Yan with her arm around him, and then looked at the others, "What about you guys?"
Tuoba Hong scratched his Tuoba -like hair. "No, I cultivate spiritual power, so I might be more resilient?"
Feimina smiled and squinted, "No, Captain Jiang..."
He yawned before he could finish speaking.
Feimina remained silent, twirling a strand of golden hair between her fingers.
"Oh... Merlin's beard, I've been caught in his trap."
Zhang Quan is not human and will not be affected by mental pollution. Jiang Nuo then looked at Si Yong.
Si Yong was already leaning against a tree, dozing off, but his expression remained relaxed.