When Xiao Ningâer sat beside Nie Liâs bed, Ye Ziyun lightly sighed and walked to the side. Although she appeared to not be concerned, she would occasionally turn her gaze over to Nie Li.
Looking at the quietly sleeping Nie Li, Ye Ziyunâs heart became complicated.
âNingâer likes you so much. So why are you still chasing after me?â
Ye Ziyunâs heart had a little resentment. Nie Li is nothing more than a rascal that had unreasonably barged into her life, causing her calm heart to faintly ripple.
When Nie Li got her to bring Nie Yu away, Ye Ziyun had realised how much she worries for his safety. When she saw Nie Li unconscious, she had finally realised how worried she really was.
It seems that, Nie Li has broken through into her heart.
But what is she going to do next?
The originally sleeping Nie Li suddenly began to struggle in agony, his brows were tightly locked together, causing Xiao Ningâer to panic.
âCould Nie Li be having a nightmare?â Xiao Ningâer said with worry.
âZiyunâŚâŚâ
The dreaming Nie Li had a painful expression on his face and heartbreakingly called out. His face was covered with tears.
Not knowing what Nie Li was dreaming about, Xiao Ningâerâs heart was severely torn apart when he called out. But she bore down the tears to keep them from coming out. When she had first made contact with Nie Li, he already told her that the one he likes is Ye Ziyun. However, Xiao Ningâer still loves Nie Li without any hesitation.
This calling out for Ziyun, caused the atmosphere between Xiao Ningâer and Ye Ziyun to be extremely awkward.
Ye Ziyun couldnât figure out why Nie Li would dream of her. Furthermore, itâs so painful that tears were covering his face. She had a feeling that the Ziyun that Nie Li was calling isnât her. She couldnât figure out why Nie Li likes her so much. It was to the point that he would even call out for her in his dreams. Within Ye Ziyunâs heart, thereâs a little feeling of being touched; however, she was also feeling bad for Xiao Ningâer.
The atmosphere was quiet.
âNingâer, IâŚâŚâ Ye Ziyun doesnât know what to say. She knows that Xiao Ningâer likes Nie Li very much. However, she had stolen the guy Xiao Ningâer likes.
Xiao Ningâerâs shoulders slightly trembled from trying to keep the tears from falling. She lowered her head and looked at Nie Liâs face. She then covered him with the quilt that he threw off and stood up. The current her, went back to her originally cold attitude.
âYe Ziyun, since young, Iâve been very envious of you. Youâre the daughter of the City Lord, thereâs no one that could force you to do anything. You just need to stretch out your hands and every beautiful thing in the world will be sent to you. As for me, I have to fight for everything that I want. To fight against marrying into the Sacred Family, I even risked my life.â
âIn this world, finding someone that I could wholehearted love is too hard. Nie Li made me understand the meaning to live on. In my heart, Nie Li is someone irreplaceable.â
âI donât know what had happened between you and Nie Li to the point that itâs unforgettable for him. Even when dreaming, he thinks of you.â Xiao Ningâerâs voice paused for a moment, her eyes flashed with a trace of sadness and then turned firm, âHowever, all of this doesnât matter.â
âI, Xiao Ningâer, wonât admit defeat so easily. No matter what happens, I will always stay by Nie Liâs side. If Nie Li does not pay any attention to me, I will be his shadow. Although the one he likes is you, even if the both of you ended up together, I will still not give up.â
Xiao Ningâer stood on the spot. Moonlight shot through the window and illuminated her body. Sheâs wearing tight fitted clothes, like a sculpture of a goddess. She looked at the sleeping Nie Li, a faint trace of gentleness flashed through her eyes.
At this moment, Ye Ziyun didnât know how to answer Xiao Ningâer. Perhaps, the knot between Xiao Ningâer and her will never be untied. Furthermore, she couldnât say words like letting Xiao Ningâer to take Nie Li. Because this would be disrespectful towards Xiao Ningâer and Nie Li.
Perhaps Ye Ziyun is reluctant? Her heart is in a thorough mess.
Sheâs different from Xiao Ningâer. Ye Ziyun is peaceful and uncompetitive. She only lives in a peaceful world. If it wasnât for Nie Li barging in so suddenly, perhaps she wouldnât have such headache. However, Nie Li has already done it.
In this small room, both of the girls were emotional, and did not know what to say.
Three whole days have passed, Nie Li has yet to awaken. The two girls took turns to take care of Nie Li. As for Nie Yu, she has been in her room training and sleeping whenever sheâs tired.
During these last few days, all kinds of construction was being held in the City Lordâs Mansion. The blueprint to the Ten Thousand Demonic Beast Array has been passed to Ye Xiu. After seeing how powerful the Ten Thousand Demonic Beast Array was, they immediately sent more people over to construct it.
If the Ten Thousand Demonic Array was laid down earlier, the Dark Guild wouldnât be able to be so arrogant, and come and go as they wish.
City Lordâs Mansion, Main Affairs Hall
Ye Zong is currently arranging and handle various matters. In this battle, the casualties from this recent battle was huge. He has to arrange the pension. Many places in the City Lordâs Mansion were destroyed, and he has to send someone to repair them. Whenever he could, Ye Zong would pay visits to Nie Li, but did not let Ye Ziyun and bunch to know about it.
âCity Lord, Young Master Ye Han seeks an audience.â
A guard hastily rushed in.
The tightly knitted brows of Ye Zong were released. Lightly smiling he said, âOh? Xiao Han has returned? Bring him in, quickly.â
That particular guard ran out. Quickly, a smart and handsome looking young man walked in. Heâs wearing a white robe, his body looked like a jade tree. His facial features were almost as though they had been sculptured, he had a sharp and clear cut handsome face. He has a tall pointed nose, medium thick lips, black hair and clear eyes.
Anyone that saw him wouldnât be able to hold their joyous screams. Such a handsome youth!
Ye Han, the adopted son of Ye Zong, the next possible successor of the City Lord. He has always been the attention of Glory City. When he reached thirteen years old, various families sent people over to request marriage, but were all rejected by Ye Han with an excuse of cultivating..
Ye Han also did not let down everyoneâs expectations of him. He reached 1-star Gold rank Demon Spiritualist at eighteen years old, becoming the genius that has the most potential after Ye Mo. Thereafter, he followed an elder of the Snow Wind Family to train for two years. Of course, if it wasnât for Nie Li popping out so suddenly, the name of number one genius would belong to Ye Han.
Ye Zong laughed and then puzzledly asked, âXiao Han, your back. Whereâs Elder Ye Ming? He didnât come back with you?â
Ye Han cupped his hands, appearing to be very polite and said, âElder Ye Ming has found a secret place. That place was too dangerous for me so he let me return to Glory City first.â
âOh? So thatâs the case. Haha, itâs good youâre back.â Ye Zong patted on Ye Hanâs shoulders, âXiao Han has grown, youâre looking more outstanding compared to the past. In these recent times, your cultivation did not fall behind, right?â
âYeah, I have already reached 3-star Gold rank.â
When Ye Han mentioned his own cultivation, it sounded gentle and light, but held an indifferent attitude.
â3-star Gold rank? Not bad, this has far surpassed my expectations!â Ye Zong laughed and said, âTonight, I will set up a dinner at the City Lordâs Mansion to celebrate your return.â
âMany thanks, foster father.â Ye Han also lightly smiled. He looked around and puzzledly asked, âI wonder where is lil sis Ziyun now?â
Ye Zong slightly paused and then laughingly said, âZiyun still doesnât know that youâre back. Iâll send someone to notify her!â
Ye Han nodded his head, showing a gentle expression on his face and smilingly said, âIâve brought back a present with me to give to her.â
âZiyun is looking after a wounded friend. Iâll send someone to get her. As for the present, no harm in waiting till tonight to give it to her. Father will test your cultivation. If you donât pass the test, Iâll have to punish you by making you face the wall.â Ye Zong said, openly laughing.
Ye Hanâs expression turned solemn, he nodded his head and said, âYes.â
The various families of Glory City have been paying attention to every move in the City Lordâs Mansion. When they suddenly received an invitation to join the dinner for welcoming Ye Han, they sent people over.
âHave you heard? Young Master of the City Lordâs Mansion is back. The City Lord is going to host a dinner to welcome his return.â
âI heard that his cultivation has already reached 3-star Gold rank in just two years of time!â
â3-star Gold rank? Thatâs really extraordinary! With such cultivating speed, heâs already the number one genius within the Glory City, right?â
âNumber one genius? That might not be the case. Recently, there are several geniusâ emerging within Glory City! Including Nie Li who killed the Abyss Demon from that time. Heâs probably the number one genius!â
âRight.â
For the City Lordâs invitation, various families have sent their representatives over. As for the Sacred Family, the Patriarch has personally attended to it. As for Alchemist Association, Yang Xin has been sent as a representative.
Huyan Family
âDad, that kind of banquet is going to be dead boring, you still want me to go no matter what?â A lovely and pampered voice sounded. This voice simply melts the bones off of people. The one talking is Huyan Lanruo. Sheâs wearing a sexy silk dress. Her figure is extremely sexy. The perkiness in front of her chest is proudly standing, the white dress couldnât cover that deep ravine at all. When she walks, they would slightly shake. Her charm is simply disastrous.
âLanruo, I donât want to nag, but you should already be married at your age. However, you seem to despise everyone. This time, the City Lordâs Mansionâs young master has returned. Heâs handsome and his talent is pretty good too. The family behind him is even more solid. Thereâs nothing you can despise about. Doesnât he fit your standards?â