Chapter 208 Departure

Tang Nian slightly parted her lips, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back, as if she had a thousand words hidden in her heart that she wanted to express.

However, at this moment, Zhu Zhuqing broke the silence first. She said softly, "Niannian, if you still consider Mubai and me to be close friends, then please stop saying those things that make people feel distant."

Upon hearing Zhu Zhuqing's sincere words, Tang Nian couldn't help but show gratitude, her gaze fixed intently on the understanding woman before her.

Regardless, Tang Nian felt incredibly lucky and happy to have been able to come to this fantastical world.

Here, she not only gained warm family affection, but also precious friendships, which were exactly what she had longed for but could never obtain when she was a lonely wanderer.

When her family was mentioned, Tang Nian's thoughts drifted back to the past. In her previous life, she was an orphan with no one to rely on from a young age and had never experienced the warmth and love of a family.

As for friends, due to the special nature of her work and the high-intensity work pace—leaving home early every day and not returning until late at night, and often having to work overtime continuously—she simply has no time to think about making friends.

Even though life was so tough and busy, Tang Nian still longed for friendship deep down.

"Alright, since that's the case, I won't say anything more."

As soon as she finished speaking, Tang Nian deliberately feigned a relaxed demeanor, quickly turning her head to look at the plate of delicious-looking food on the table. She excitedly exclaimed, "Hehe, let me try these mouthwatering chicken wings first!"

"Okay." Upon seeing this, Zhu Zhuqing's face blossomed into a radiant smile, and she responded gently.

However, she did not notice that Tang Nian's eyes were already wet, and Tang Nian quickly suppressed the emotions that had just surged into her heart.

For Tang Nian, this night was undoubtedly the most wonderful night she had experienced since graduating from Shrek Academy.

The moon was bright and the stars were few; all was quiet. Tang Nian and Zhu Zhuqing lay close together on the same soft bed, like two inseparable sisters.

They spoke softly, sharing the delicate thoughts that only young girls possess. From childhood anecdotes to teenage dreams, and aspirations for the future, every word was filled with genuine emotion.

Before they knew it, the eastern sky was beginning to lighten, but the two remained immersed in their own worlds until the next day when the sky gradually brightened, and they finally closed their eyes and drifted off to sleep, feeling tired.

However, this brief sleep did not last long. Soon, a soft knock sounded at the door, followed by a maid's cautious call, "Ladies, it's time to get up!"

It turned out that Dai Mubai knew he couldn't let time slip away in vain, lest he delay Tang Nian's important matters. So, he had already arranged everything perfectly before dawn.

Tang Nian and Zhu Zhuqing slowly woke up at the sound. After glancing at each other sleepily, they forced themselves to get up and wash. After a quick and somewhat hasty breakfast, the two boarded the carriage that was already waiting outside.

It was early morning, and the first rays of dawn were breaking through the thin morning mist. The soft light, like a golden veil, gently fell on the carriage, casting dappled and hazy shadows.

The coachman lazily waved the leather whip in his hand, which drew a graceful arc in the air before swaying gently in the breeze, making a soft rustling sound.

The stone-paved roads on both sides of the street were damp and refreshingly pleasant due to the dew from the previous night.

Occasionally, a few crystal-clear dewdrops would drip down from the low eaves, hitting the stone pavement and splashing up small ripples.

The horses' hooves clattered on the bluestone slabs, and the wheels rolled over the gaps in the stone pavement, making a slightly bumpy ride.

Even so, Zhu Zhuqing, sitting in the corner, still looked drowsy. Seeing her like this, Dai Mubai stepped forward and gently helped her lean against the carriage behind him.

Seeing this scene, Tang Nian couldn't help but feel envious. You see, she had never been in a relationship in her previous life, and seeing everyone around her in pairs in this life, Tang Nian couldn't help but feel a little envious.

"Nian Nian?"

Tang Nian finally snapped out of her daze after Dai Mubai called her name repeatedly. When she looked up, she was surprised to find that Dai Mubai had somehow ended up sitting opposite her.

"Brother Dai." Tang Nian looked at Dai Mubai with an awkward smile. For some reason, she felt a little embarrassed. She couldn't bring herself to say that she envied her friend's relationship.

Dai Mubai didn't think much of it and laughed, "What are you thinking about? I called you several times and you didn't respond. I just wanted to tell you that I've already sent someone to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School to deliver a message to Rongrong and Oscar, it's just..."

At this point, Dai Mubai hesitated for a moment. Seeing his expression, Tang Nian quickly said, "Boss Dai, please speak freely."

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

Dai Mubai said, "When we parted ways, Oscar went to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School with Rongrong and Sect Master Ning, which we all knew. But when we left, Fatty was still at the academy, saying he had to stay with the dean for a while, so I don't know where Fatty is now."

Tang Nian lowered her head, and the breath she had finally managed to exhale was immediately lifted again. To defeat the Netherworld Serpent King, the most indispensable element was Ma Hongjun's Phoenix Fire. Now that Ma Hongjun could not be found, what should she do?

Tang Nian said, "Let's go to Shrek Academy and ask Dean Flander if he knows where Fatty went. Perfect timing, we can meet up with Oscar and Rongrong there."

Upon hearing this, Dai Mubai nodded and said, "Okay, don't rush. I think the same way. When I sent the message to Rongrong and Oscar, I said that we would meet at Shrek Academy. Rongrong's castle is not far from Shrek Academy, so she should arrive before us. We can just go there then."

Tang Nian nodded slowly, looking at Dai Mubai with gratitude, and said, "Thank you, Boss Dai."

Dai Mubai waved his hand and said, "Judging from Zhu Qing's appearance, you two must have had a long private conversation last night, and you must be tired now. You should rest for a while. I'll call you when we reach the next town."

Tang Nian nodded. Dai Mubai was right. Ever since Tang Hao took them away after the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Elite Competition ended, he had been arranging special training for them.

(End of this chapter)

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