Sisters

In the Far North, within the Ice and Snow Divine Hall, Shui Yue'er had just emerged from the illusion of the Ice and Snow Trial. Although her Soul Power had increased to level 99 due to becoming the High Priestess, neither her Soul Skill nor her control over her Soul Power matched her immense strength. That's why she had been so easily suppressed by Shui Bing'er. Although her sister and that fool had told her to leave everything to them, she couldn't just sit idly by. Moreover... she wanted to find a way to survive. It might be a slim chance, but what if?

"Um?"

Sensing the gates of the Ice and Snow Divine Hall open, she was somewhat confused. Only a handful of people could enter without activating the barrier, but shouldn't they be at Jialing Pass right now? How come...?

"Yue'er..."

Shui Bing'er walked in, looking travel-worn. Seeing that Shui Yue'er had clearly just been through a battle, she seemed to remember something, and her eyes dimmed. However, she quickly put on her usual cold and aloof demeanor and greeted her as if nothing had happened.

"Elder sister!"

Although Shui Yue'er was puzzled as to why her sister would come here at this time, she couldn't hide her joy and rushed to hug Shui Bing'er. "Alright, why are you still like when you were little..." Shui Bing'er was surrounded by her, but she still stroked her hair and said affectionately.

"Why are you looking like this? What's so appealing about the rewards in the Ice and Snow Trial anymore? But it's alright, it's really boring having you here alone. More battles are good too, since your Soul Power isn't directly related to your strength."

"Oh right, sister, how come you have time to come see me? Did you come to pick me up? The war... ended so quickly? Where's that idiot? Why didn't he come with us? Is he with them? Really, I can't just go back so easily. Even if you came in person, it wouldn't work. He didn't come by himself, and he didn't bring my favorite pudding and little cakes. It has to be from that shop in Heaven Dou City, otherwise I definitely won't leave. Let him be so busy, hmph!"

Upon hearing Shui Yue'er mention Yu Tianshuang, Shui Bing'er's face stiffened. Fortunately, she was tall, almost a head taller than Shui Yue'er. She was preoccupied with pouting and counting on her fingers, unaware that Shui Bing'er was staring at her with her usual adorable expression. Shui Bing'er was momentarily stunned. "Sister, sister, what's wrong?" Shui Yue'er asked for a while, then, noticing that her sister was lost in thought, she waved her little hands back and forth in front of her, calling out to her with some dissatisfaction.

Shui Bing'er snapped out of her reverie and said with a smile, "Oh, I was just thinking about when we were little. Back then, you were so greedy. If your aunt and I wouldn't buy you something, you'd pester Tianshuang. He spoiled you too, and he'd rather get scolded by me than not buy it for you..."

Upon hearing this, Shui Yue'er was reminded of her childhood, and a sweet smile involuntarily appeared on her face. However, remembering that her older sister was still nearby, she quickly lowered her head, shuffling her toes along the ground, her adorable face now flushed slightly. "What do you mean by spoiling... Sister, what are you saying? So shameless... I'm so embarrassed! Who... who wants him to spoil them? There are so many women around him, hmph, I don't want that..."

"You, you're always saying one thing and meaning another. You clearly like that guy so much, but you insist on denying it. If only... if only you could be more honest..."

Upon hearing this, Shui Yue'er immediately bristled. "No way! I'm a girl! How can I be as proactive as you guys... No, no, sister, I didn't mean you... Oh, I... I meant..."

"Alright, I'm not blaming you. I was just feeling a bit sentimental. But that blockhead Tianshuang, you wouldn't say he could keep up the act with you forever, but everyone else is definitely more proactive than you, even that girl Huo Wu..."

Upon hearing this, Shui Yue'er wouldn't have reacted so strongly to others, but when it came to Huo Wu... she immediately shouted, "What!!! Huo Wu??? No, when did this happen!!! How come I didn't know..."

Shui Bing'er quickly covered her ears with one hand and her mouth with the other, "Can you please stop shouting so loudly? You're making me dizzy! Ugh... You keep calling me a stupid girl, but I'm not stupid at all, I'm much smarter than you!"

"Oh, I know, I know. By the way, if he's not coming, he can't just leave me with nothing, right? Where are the things?" Shui Yue'er pried open the hand covering hers and then held out her hands.

Seeing her expectant gaze, Shui Yue'er said somewhat awkwardly, "I forgot..."

"Huh? What did you forget? He forgot? Really..." Shui Bing'er looked at her disappointed eyes and felt a pang of heartache. She really was a terrible older sister...

Shui Bing'er was so overwhelmed with guilt that she couldn't say anything more. She could only make up an excuse. "I've been a bit busy. You know, the war is still going on. He really didn't have time to bring you anything, so he could only ask me to come and see you..."

Upon hearing this, Shui Yue'er concealed her disappointment and fell silent. Shui Bing'er, for a moment, also didn't know how to speak, and the atmosphere inexplicably became heavy and oppressive. "Sister... how does it feel? Is it... very comfortable?"

Shui Bing'er was pondering how to begin, as time was of the essence, when she suddenly heard Shui Yue'er's nonsensical words. She looked at her, somewhat confused, and asked, "Huh? What?"

"Well... that..." Shui Yue'er pouted, her pretty face slightly flushed, and gestured with her eyes to the room she had stayed in. Then she realized, wait... how did she know...? Did she leave the door open? That means even Xue Wu and the others knew. No wonder everyone gave her those strange looks the next day.

Shui Yue'er naturally knew what she was thinking. Recalling those enchanting scenes, she quickly covered her blushing face and said shyly, "No, it's just... I know that I have the highest authority to grant permission in the Ice and Snow Divine Hall, so..."

Shui Bing'er breathed a sigh of relief, "Phew..." "Thank goodness, thank goodness, otherwise how would I face Xue Wu and the others in the future... But to be honest, it feels really good. You'll see later, there will be opportunities!"

Shui Yue'er's tone was somewhat dejected. "Oh..."

Shui Bing'er felt a pang of heartache seeing her like this, and also felt uneasy. She quickly comforted her, "Why are you like this? You know in your heart that Tianshuang likes you. You two are just one step away from being together. After the battle is over, find a good opportunity to talk it over and be honest with each other. You should also control your temper. After all, you're all grown up now. You can't always expect him to give in to you."

Shui Yue'er took a step back, dodging the outstretched hand, and then said in a spoiled tone, "No way! I want to be a girl forever, I don't want to become a woman and fight with so many people, especially that Huo Wu!" As she spoke, she took step back, her cute face slowly filling with tears. Finally, she looked at Shui Bing'er with reluctance, and waved her hand to open an icy blue door. "Take good care of him for me. Also, eat more of what I like to eat. Don't complain about the sweetness, and don't worry about getting fat. Just consider it as you eating it for me..."