In the following days, Xiao Yufan stayed within the Cold Water Gully to process the knowledge passed on by Huangpu Xiu. It must be said that the hidden heritage of the Huangpu family was indeed extremely tempting.
Under Huangpu Xiu’s guidance, Xiao Yufan’s strength gradually improved, and he soon stabilized at the peak of the mid-stage of Ningjing, only a step away from reaching the pinnacle of Ningjing. After that, his combat power would surely surge to a new level.
The frigid air outside the cave seemed blocked off, yet Xiao Yufan still often stepped outside, as that cold energy was still beneficial to him…
Because upon contact with the cold, his Dragon-Taming True Technique would begin to circulate wildly, continuously enhancing his internal energy. Naturally, Xiao Yufan wouldn’t refuse such a fortunate occurrence.
It wasn’t until the fourth day that, urged by Huangpu Xiu, Xiao Yufan finally decided to leave.
“Go and tell that young master Huangpu Yi not to even think about getting me to leave the Cold Water Gully, because there’s absolutely no way I’m coming out. As for why, I’ll explain when the time comes!”
Upon hearing Xiao Yufan refer to the clan leader of the Huangpu family with such a term, he nearly fainted. Although Xiao Yufan knew the old man was ancient in age, he hadn’t expected it to be this extreme—being able to address the clan leader as “young master” meant the elder must be over a hundred years old.
“Alright, I’ll be sure to pass along your message…”
Nodding his head, Xiao Yufan felt that this trip had already brought him enormous benefits, and he had no desire to stay in this place any longer. Besides, many women were waiting for him. How could he waste time accompanying an old man?
Still, despite saying that, after several days of companionship, Xiao Yufan had developed some affection for the old man. After all, everyone has a heart of flesh and blood. In a way, the old man was practically his half-master.
Leaving the cave, Xiao Yufan once again crossed the Cold Water Gully filled with frigid energy. This time, it felt significantly easier…
At the same time, outside the Cold Water Gully, a lone figure stood gracefully. Her cascading black hair danced in the wind like a fluttering fairy, yet her beautiful eyes carried a touch of longing.
“I suppose you must be alright. If you hadn’t come out soon, I would have definitely gone in to find you!”
Huangpu Xian’er’s beautiful eyes brimmed with intoxicating warmth. Thinking of Xiao Yufan’s gentle gaze, a charming smile surfaced on her lips. A woman’s heart is always sensitive; no matter what reason Xiao Yufan had for entering the Cold Water Gully, the most important part was because of her.
From the moment Xiao Yufan entered the Cold Water Gully, Huangpu Xian’er had come here daily, simply waiting for the appearance of one man…
Although they hadn’t interacted much, Xiao Yufan had gradually entered her heart, firmly taking root. This kind of feeling was something she had never experienced before—it was unique to just one person.
“If we had never met, perhaps I would have chosen to obey my fate!”
Sighing softly, Huangpu Xian’er recalled everything they had experienced together, a faint blush appearing on her face. She didn’t know why fate had drawn them together, but if they hadn’t met at Qinghua University, there wouldn’t have been so many events.
“Whose lovely little lady is this? She looks so lonely. Could she be waiting for her man?”
Just as Huangpu Xian’er, disappointed, turned to leave, she suddenly heard that familiar voice. Instantly, her disappointment transformed into ecstatic joy. She lifted her eyes and met Xiao Yufan’s teasing gaze.
Their eyes met, and a warm current surged in Xiao Yufan’s heart. He naturally didn’t believe it was just a coincidence that he had encountered this woman at the entrance of the Cold Water Gully. He was sure that for all this time, she must have come here every day.
Their experiences together were few, yet their emotions were complex. Even now, Xiao Yufan couldn’t quite define the feeling between them, but one thing was certain—Huangpu Xian’er would definitely be his woman…
“Isn’t it allowed to wait for one’s man? Besides, I’m waiting for a heartless man. Does he even know how worried I’ve been all this time?”
Huangpu Xian’er’s eyes glistened with tears. Then, with light steps, she approached Xiao Yufan and leaned tightly against his broad shoulder. In that moment of mutual affection, their two hearts were completely bound together…
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