"Xiao Liuzi, why did you suddenly treat me today? And you even allowed me to drink... *hic*!"
Yun Yi's little finger hooked the edge of the wine flask, his eyes clouded with the haze of intoxication.
Under the orange glow of the oil lamp, everything appeared particularly elusive.
I supported Yun Yi's swaying body, unexpectedly plunging into those hazy, water-like eyes.
"Cough, cough, Yun Yi, you're drunk."
I averted my gaze first, a flush creeping onto my cheeks.
I had never noticed before how handsome Yun Yi was.
Though not breathtakingly beautiful, his eyelashes fluttered like those of a Puff Fan, reminiscent of Cicada Wing, and in the shifting light of his eyes lay an enchanting allure that captivated the heart.
"I'm not...," Yun Yi slurred, the alcohol taking hold of him, leaving him unable to finish a single coherent sentence.
He simply collapsed onto the table and fell into a deep sleep.
With a slight exertion of my energy, I forced out all the wine we had just drunk together.
The flush on my face faded as clarity returned to my gaze.
"Master, forgive me," I silently murmured.
I used magic to move Yun Yi to the bed and even pressed on his sleeping acupoint out of concern.
After setting up protective formations around us and tidying everything up, I took a deep look at Yun Yi.
I know this might be the last time I see him.
Because outside the door, someone has been waiting for me.
"Have you made up your mind?" San Niang leaned against the doorframe, casting a teasing glance at me.
I slowly shifted my gaze to her and nodded slightly.
San Niang's appearance dates back to that day at the market.
She had touched Xiao Qi's forehead and took the opportunity to send me a message: "Get back, that foul Taoist is coming!"
But at that moment, I was captivated by Yun Yi and couldn't believe that San Niang, who still had suspicions lingering around her, would warn me.
Thus, that seemingly ethereal Taoist set his sights on me.
I was all too familiar with his gaze; it was the same look that countless villains had when they wanted to turn me into a Willow Wood Sword.
Before encountering Yun Yi, such pursuits and persecutions were already a part of my daily life.
After all, I was Willow Demon, one who could already take on human form.
The magical power contained within my body was immeasurable compared to ordinary trees.
Even if San Niang hadn't come this time, I would still attend her academy.
"Wow, I didn't expect there would be someone like you in our demon realm. The protective array inside must have taken half of your effort to set up!"
To my surprise, San Niang casually glanced inside and immediately discerned the truth within.
"Talkative! What is going on with Xiao Qi?"
I secretly gathered my energy, not daring to relax my mind for even a moment.
After encountering that Taoist, I could see the greed and desire lurking in his eyes.
Although I didn't know how he treated people, it was clear that he would stop at nothing when it came to us demons.
After all, not all Taoists are like that fool Yun Yi.
There were certainly some things on me.
But with San Niang here, I couldn't afford to let my guard down.
Until I received a clear explanation from her, I was undoubtedly seeking something dangerous.
She knew about my current state of internal injury but chose not to take advantage of it.
Instead, she led me back to the academy where it all began, the crimson plaque looking particularly eerie under the night sky.
"Everything you want to know is inside."
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