"Sister, let's eat here," Qi Ling said casually. "After we finish eating, I'd like to go sightseeing in the city. Do you have time, sister?"
"I..." The mysterious woman felt her head spinning. After all, given her status, this was the first time she had ever been treated like this.
But for some reason, Qi Ling's actions made her feel a sense of joy and ease, as if in front of Qi Ling, she no longer needed to put on so much pretense and could freely express her true self.
"Alright then, young man, let's eat here." The mysterious woman sat down gracefully, her elegance undiminished even at this roadside stall. "I'm free anyway, so I'll keep you company."
"Gentlemen, here for lunch?" The owner greeted them warmly as soon as they sat down. "My little shop may be simple, but the taste of our boxed lunches is absolutely top-notch, and you don't need to worry about hygiene!"
"Boss, how much are your meals?" Qi Ling asked.
"Judging from your handsome appearance, you two must be a match made in heaven. Well then, since we're destined to be together, I'll only charge you two Copper Soul Coin per person," the shopkeeper said with a smile.
Upon hearing the shop owner's words, the mysterious woman blushed deeply.
In the past six months, Qi Ling has become much more muscular, and coupled with his innate kingly aura, he looks much more mature than he actually is, making him and her look like a real couple.
She wanted to explain, but for some unknown reason, the mysterious woman didn't speak; instead, she lowered her head slightly.
However, Qi Ling, being the typical straight-laced guy he is, once again proved his worth by smiling and saying to the shop owner, "Boss, we're not a couple, she's my older sister."
The shopkeeper suddenly realized and said, "Oh! I see. Forgive my poor eyesight, I'll go get the rice for you two right away."
Upon hearing Qi Ling clarify their relationship, the mysterious woman felt a strange sense of loss. Then, a sudden realization struck her: what was wrong with her? Had she really fallen for him?
Qi Ling noticed the mysterious woman's unusual reaction and couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong? Sister, are you unhappy?"
"Little brother, don't you want me to be your girlfriend?" The mysterious woman was stunned when she said this; she didn't know why she had said it.
After a moment of surprise, Qi Ling scratched the back of her head and said, "Of course not, it's just... I'm afraid it will bother my sister."
"Why don't you try being a couple with me for a day?" the mysterious woman said, now truly feeling like she was ready to go all in.
"Huh? A one-day couple? Starting today?" Qi Ling said, "Isn't that a waste? Half the day is already over!"
"You little rascal, do you want it or not?" the mysterious woman said angrily.
"Yes! Of course I want it! I couldn't ask for more!" Qi Ling said. "But, if that's the case, how should I address you, sister?"
"As for how you address me, just call me 'sister.' I think I'm your only sister, right? I really like this special title," the mysterious woman said with a smile. "Of course, I only have you as my little brother."
"Then wouldn't we be any different from how we are now?" Qi Ling asked.
"Of course there are differences. Today, I'm your girlfriend, so I can do things like this. Come on, open your mouth, ah!" The mysterious woman said, scooping up a spoonful of rice and bringing it to Qi Ling's lips.
This was the first time Qi Ling had ever felt like she was the weaker party. Before, in front of Xiao Wu and the others, she was always the one in control! It seems that differences in life experience really do affect the relationship between two people.
Regardless, the two really did seem like a couple, enjoying their meal together sweetly. After paying the bill, the mysterious woman acted even more like a young girl in love, strolling around the city with Qi Ling.
"Wow, what beautiful jewelry!" The mysterious woman stopped at a stall and exclaimed, looking at a hairpin there.
"Sister, do you like it?" Qi Ling asked. "Then I'll give it to you."
"Really? Great!" the mysterious woman exclaimed happily.
When Qi Ling bought the Phoenix- shaped silver hairpin and personally placed it in the mysterious woman's hair, the woman asked with a slightly shy smile, "Does it look good?"
"Beautiful, the most beautiful woman in the world!" Qi Ling said sincerely. At this moment, she was the most beautiful woman in the world.
"Hehe, thank you for your compliment, I'm very happy," the mysterious woman said with a smile. "You gave me such a precious gift, I can't not return the favor."
"Close your eyes, little brother."
Qi Ling felt her heart beating faster. Was something like something out of an idol drama really going to happen today?
When Qi Ling opened his eyes, the mysterious woman smiled and said, "This is my return gift to you, little brother. You must keep it safe."
Just as the two were enjoying a pleasant moment, a woman dressed in a tight-fitting outfit suddenly appeared from nowhere and respectfully said to the mysterious woman, "My lord, it's time. We must go back."
Qi Ling was startled when she saw the woman who had suddenly appeared. She hadn't sensed her presence at all, and the woman's strength was far superior to her own.
The mysterious woman's face showed regret, and she said apologetically to Qi Ling, "Little brother, I'm sorry, I have to leave now."
Let's fulfill today's promise tomorrow.
"Are you leaving, sister?" Qi Ling said with considerable disappointment. "When will we see each other again?"
"Yes, sooner or later, little brother," the mysterious woman laughed. "Just like today, who knows, we might suddenly bump into each other at any time."
Watching the mysterious woman leave, Qi Ling felt a sense of loss. And for some reason, he had a feeling that something extraordinary might happen the next time they met.
After parting ways with Qi Ling, the mysterious woman's smile gradually vanished, replaced by an expression that distanced her from everyone.
"You know what to do about today's events," the mysterious woman said.
"Yes, sir," the woman who appeared later said. "All I know is that after finishing your business, you rested briefly before leaving Heaven Dou City."
"Hmm, very good," the mysterious woman said. "In that case, let's go back, back to that place I least want to return to."