Eh?
Why did I make that sound?!
Ling Xiaoyou felt extremely embarrassed.
She never expected that she would make such a noise just from relaxing a little.
She secretly glanced at Bai Shuanglian, who was manipulating the ‘Yang Flame’.
Seeing that her expression was serious and focused, with no sign that she’d noticed the sound Ling Xiaoyou had just made, Ling Xiaoyou let out a sigh of relief.
Thankfully, Bai Shuanglian didn’t notice.
Otherwise, it would have been even more humiliating.
Then Ling Xiaoyou remembered that this Alchemy Pill was given to her by Bai Shuanglian.
So it was Bai Shuanglian’s fault after all!
That’s right, it’s all because of Bai Shuanglian!
If she hadn’t designed the Alchemy Pill like that, I wouldn’t have made such a sound.
Ling Xiaoyou forced herself to place the blame on Bai Shuanglian in her mind, which made the shame she felt for making that sound ease a bit.
But to prevent herself from making another sound like before, she covered her mouth with her small hand, forbidding herself from making any more noises.
Bai Shuanglian didn’t really understand why Ling Xiaoyou was covering her mouth.
But seeing the other girl wave her little hand to show she was fine, Bai Shuanglian didn’t press the issue.
The golden ‘Yang Flame’ continued to radiate light and heat, carrying the sanctity of the sun.
If they weren’t in a secluded forest where no one would pass by, this scene would surely have been seen by others.
She didn’t know how much time had passed.
Ling Xiaoyou kept drifting in this tingling sea, her little head already feeling a bit fuzzy.
But the power of the Alchemy Pill was limited.
Soon, Ling Xiaoyou felt the medicinal strength within her fading.
Is it ending?
It felt kind of fast.
Ling Xiaoyou felt a bit of regret, but she didn’t have any thoughts like ‘let’s take another one’.
After all, she was already unsteady on her feet.
If she took another Alchemy Pill, she might not be able to handle it.
Since the medicinal power was fading, the tingling should also lessen, right?
Then I don’t need to cover my mouth anymore.
Ling Xiaoyou was thinking this when, suddenly, the tingling feeling seemed to transform into a surging wave, crashing over her and submerging her in the ocean.
“Ying~”
She let out a faint moan.
Her legs went weak, and she collapsed onto the ground.
“Xiaoyou, what’s wrong?!”
Bai Shuanglian was startled by Ling Xiaoyou’s sudden collapse.
She hurriedly dispelled the ‘Yang Flame’ and moved to approach Ling Xiaoyou, but stopped when she saw Ling Xiaoyou’s hand gesture.
“I’m… I’m fine.”
Ling Xiaoyou’s voice trembled.
If Bai Shuanglian listened closely, it would be obvious, but all her attention was on Ling Xiaoyou’s safety, so she didn’t notice.
“Are you really alright?”
Bai Shuanglian asked worriedly.
“I’m… I’m fine. I… I just got tired from standing… so I sat down for a bit…”
Ling Xiaoyou took a whole minute to finish the sentence, clearly not looking fine at all.
Seeing this, Bai Shuanglian wanted to say more, but Ling Xiaoyou glared at her, so she stopped.
But even though Bai Shuanglian didn’t speak, her heart was full of confusion.
That’s not right.
Isn’t this Alchemy Pill supposed to be safe?
Why did Xiaoyou become like this?
And she doesn’t look hurt.
What exactly happened?
Also…
Bai Shuanglian looked at Ling Xiaoyou’s delicate face, now flushed red with watery eyes.
For some reason, the current Xiaoyou seemed…
Seductive?
Ling Xiaoyou had no idea what Bai Shuanglian was thinking.
Right now, she just felt helpless.
What is up with this Alchemy Pill?
Shouldn’t the tingling sensation get weaker when the effect wears off?
Why did it get even stronger?!
Now her legs were so weak she couldn’t even stand!
Ling Xiaoyou glared at Bai Shuanglian.
It’s all because of this annoying person.
If she hadn’t given me this weird Alchemy Pill, I wouldn’t be like this!
Bai Shuanglian had no idea why she was being glared at, but seeing that Ling Xiaoyou seemed safe, albeit blushing and acting a bit strange, she relaxed a little.
After ‘resting’ on the ground for a while, Ling Xiaoyou felt the weakness slowly fade.
She looked at Bai Shuanglian, reached out her small hand, and the meaning was obvious.
Bai Shuanglian understood, came closer, and took Ling Xiaoyou’s hand.
Ling Xiaoyou placed her hand on Bai Shuanglian’s shoulder, preparing to stand up.
Suddenly, as if she sensed something, Ling Xiaoyou’s face instantly turned even redder.
But Bai Shuanglian didn’t notice Ling Xiaoyou’s expression.
Her gaze was attracted by the slightly darkened, damp-looking ground nearby.
“Strange? Did it rain?”
Bai Shuanglian instinctively looked up at the sky, but saw no clouds or rain.
Ling Xiaoyou’s face turned even redder at her words.
She shoved Bai Shuanglian away with her small fists.
“Don’t look, don’t look! Stay away from here!”
Even though Ling Xiaoyou had no real strength, and her punches didn’t hurt at all, her strong reaction left Bai Shuanglian confused.
What did I do wrong?
Puzzled, Bai Shuanglian didn’t resist, moving a bit farther away, but still able to see Ling Xiaoyou clearly.
At the same time, she was pondering where that puddle on the ground came from.
Could it be rising damp from the ground?
But if it was, shouldn’t there be a muddy smell?
But she didn’t smell any earthiness.
Instead, it was more like…
The scent of Jasmine?
On this side, Bai Shuanglian was lost in thought.
Ling Xiaoyou, meanwhile, cast a spell, enveloping herself in a Water Ball that completely isolated her from the outside.
She took off her Work Uniform, tossing the soaked clothes into her Space Ring, and changed into the clothes she wore when she went out.
But even as Ling Xiaoyou changed, anyone watching carefully would notice her eyes were unfocused and her movements stiff, clearly not paying attention to the process.
Uuuu, to think someone actually saw this happen!
And it was that annoying Bai Shuanglian!
I can’t show my face anymore…
Annoying Bai Shuanglian, was this all your plan from the start?!
Did you want to see me like this?!
You’re definitely waiting for me to come out so you can laugh at me!
Uuuu, I definitely won’t forgive you!
Ling Xiaoyou was full of shame and frustration, her mind in turmoil.
If she could go back in time, she would never have agreed to Bai Shuanglian’s invitation!
She finished changing quickly.
Looking at the Water Ball barrier around her, Ling Xiaoyou’s mood grew even more complicated.
She didn’t want to go out and face Bai Shuanglian at all.
Maybe I should just hide inside the Water Ball forever.
Then I wouldn’t have to face that person!