Book 3: Chapter 14: Ruan Zhan returns

Book 3: Chapter 14: Ruan Zhan returns

However, Ruan Zhan was unable to calm down. He was both worried and had lingering fears.

He was worried because the reason he left his stable life of two years was to realign his emotions which were gradually going off-track. He wanted to return to his previous calm. However, despite travelling all over and seeing all sorts of wonders, Xiao Xias figure would always accidentally make its way into his mind, stirring him up. Because of this, he had started believing in fate. Perhaps he had owed her in his past life, and was fated to settle his debt in this one.

He had lingering fears because it was lucky he had been thinking of her, forging a strong link between their minds. Otherwise, if he had arrived just a little later, he would have lost her forever.

Dreamkill spell.

What person would use such an insidious move? If he hadnt sensed Xiao Xias plight and arrived in the nick of time, she would have died within that world. There wouldnt be any marks on her body and her soul would forever be unable to reincarnate. This was because someone without powers would be trapped by the spell unless it was ended or unless they received outside help.

This was a taboo technique and it was rather high-end. It needed very strong magic power. It wouldnt be used without an extremely good reason. Even he had only heard his father speak about it. Today was his first time seeing it. According to his father, the person casting the spell would also be at risk in the dream realm. If someone forced their way in from the outside, they could learn the casters secrets, or give the caster the greatest blow if so desired.

The dream realm was a persons innermost desires and truths. No one could disguise themselves in the dream realm. Therefore, their weaknesses would also be exposed. Furthermore, the caster was also part of the dreamkill spell. Even as the creator of the dream realm, they couldnt remain uninvolved.

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Tomorrow. Tomorrow he will return to his previous life which was no longer quite the same, and figure this secret out.

Tomorrow, he will see Xiao Xia once again. The person who disturbed his peace yet filled his heart, making it palpitate yet also forcing him to keep his distance.

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The next day, Xiao Xia was unable to sit still the entire time. When dinner time came and the person she was waiting for had yet to arrive, she seemed about to despair.

Dinner for the two who were equally bad at cooking meant delivered fast food along with a randomly stir-fried vegetable dish.

If only Ruan Zhan were here. Wan Li grumbled, frowning at the murky plate of vegetables he had stir-fried.

Yes.

Right, I forgot you were the high priest who can communicate with yin and yang. Wan Li went and snatched Ruan Zhans simple luggage. Ill help you take it upstairs. Since you said youre treating us, you just need to prepare a large amount of cash for our meal. I want to eat a huge meal this time, to the point of bursting.

If you dont end up bursting, Ill use a silencing talisman so you wont be able to mouth off ever again.

See, hes threatening me. Wan Li turned to the silent Xiao Xia. He clearly knows I love to talk, and insists on using this to scare me. You know what thats called? Abusing his powers. Help me argue with him, Ill leave it to you. He finished speaking and ran up the stairs.

The moment he left, the atmosphere in the room immediately became ambiguous. Ruan Zhan slowly walked to Xiao Xias side.

Are you alright? He spoke politely without thinking, giving her a glance. He saw her lonely appearance in front of the bar and the empty space made her seem especially delicate in contrast. His heart slightly twisted.

He subconsciously stretched out his hand to cup her slightly haggard face, but stopped halfway and grabbed the chopsticks from her hand instead. Youre really brave, daring to eat his cooking.

I came back late today and he had already finished cooking. Almost burned down your kitchen.

Its fine, Ill have him pay for it.

The two looked at each other and smiled. Their eyes met, but no more words came out.

It shouldnt be this way, Xiao Xia thought.

She thought she would have welcomed him delightedly, and even exchange a hug between friends who havent seen each other for a while. She didnt expect to be so nervous. Not only was she unable to find anything to say, her heart was also pounding wildly. She had never acted polite with him, treating him the same as anyone else and bugging him shamelessly. How did her feelings towards him completely change just because he left for a bit? No, she had to get back to normal. How were they supposed to work together in the future if things were so awkward?

She leapt off the stool, wanting to dispel the awkward atmosphere. She didnt expect that her jumping off would end up bringing her closer to him, almost bumping into his chest. Her face immediately heated up and she hurriedly turned away.

Luckily Wan Li was quick in coming back down, rescuing Xiao Xia from her predicament. They then all went to eat a sumptuous meal, but Xiao Xia didnt really speak much the entire night. She watched as Ruan Zhan and Wan Li bickered endlessly. Although they exchanged barbs, it overlaid their friendship.