Miao Wangqing sensed someone arriving at the entrance to the bamboo courtyard, while Li Wuyi's mind was immersed in a tranquil calm.
This was the Wangliang Sect, and they were within his own bamboo courtyard. Naturally, he had no need to release his divine sense to keep watch over the surroundings. Thus, Li Wuyi, having entered this state, was completely unaware of Miao Wangqing's reaction.
The instant Miao Wangqing extended her divine sense, her beautiful eyes flew wide open, and a stunned expression appeared on her face. At that moment, a voice sounded from outside the courtyard.
"Is Eldest Senior Brother here?"
Li Wuyi's mind was currently in a serene and harmonious state when his body suddenly jolted.
A voice had intruded upon his peaceful, tranquil consciousness. It came so abruptly that he did not react at once.
Half-roused, his hand paused mid-motion as he watered the plants. He then turned his head in puzzlement to look at Miao Wangqing.
"It's Little... Little Junior Brother!"
Miao Wangqing was likewise startled awake by that voice. Seeing Li Wuyi looking at her questioningly, she hurriedly pointed toward the courtyard gate, her expression excited as she spoke.
"Little Junior Brother? Oh... Little Junior Brother?"
Li Wuyi first repeated Miao Wangqing's words, but in the next instant, he was fully awake. He cried out in shock, straightening instinctively and heedless of the spiritual water spilling from his ladle...
Watching the formation restrictions churn rapidly before the courtyard gates suddenly swung open, Li Yan caught sight of the two people behind them at a glance. He could not help but stare blankly.
Fourth Senior Sister was looking at him with delight written across her face. That had been within his expectations, so there was nothing unusual about it.
But Eldest Senior Brother had the hem