The improved female villains regained their memories.

The aroma made her a little dazed, and she just sat there blankly by the window, unable to concentrate on her book. But then, a cat's meow interrupted her reverie.

"Meow!"

It was Qi Feng, who used its demonic energy to carry a food box and jumped from outside the window to her table.

"Qi Feng?"

"Meow."

With a helpless expression, Qi Feng pointed to the food box and pushed it in front of Liu Yin. Liu Yin opened the food box, which was full of her favorite foods.

In the corner was a strip of cloth. Liu Yin picked it up. On it was a little figure bowing and apologizing, drawn by Ling Qi, along with some words, roughly:

【(╥╯^╰╥) I made a mistake, please forgive me】

Liu Yin chuckled, patted Qi Feng's head, and asked, "Where is he?"

"Meow!" Qi Feng pointed outside, then took his reward out of the food box and lay down in the corner to eat.

Liu Yin walked out, and Murong Xu was hiding behind a big tree, peeking out half her face to look at her: "Liu, Liu Yin, you're not angry anymore, are you?"

His tone was pitiful, lacking his usual exaggerated manner.

Liu Yin wanted to say she wasn't angry, but after thinking about it, she still pretended to be angry: "I'm not angry anymore."

"...You're still angry, aren't you? How can I make you stop being angry? I'll kneel down for you, okay?"

"Don't you dare say 'kneel'!" Liu Yin frowned, then became genuinely angry: "A grown man, kneeling before others all the time, isn't that shameful?"

Murong Xu muttered, "What's so shameful about kneeling before you?" But seeing Liu Yin's angry face, she quickly changed her words: "Okay, okay, I was wrong. I'll never say such things again."

"It's good that you know. You are the deputy leader of my Mangrove Forest Gang. Don't look down on yourself like that every day." Liu Yin said this, but seeing Murong Xu's pleading look, she softened again. "Don't do it again."

"Okay, okay." Murong Xu grinned and leaned closer, seemingly not caring at all.

Liu Yin couldn't help but smile.

Compared to the will of Heaven, she still preferred Murong Xu's favoritism.

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In a while, it will be Liu Yin's birthday.

Of course, the most important thing is the family reunion festival.

Every year at this time, Liu Yin goes to the ancient tree to pray for blessings. After praying, she helps tie a red ribbon to the tree branch.

My mother said that the wind can take everything away, but it can also bring everything. As long as you pray sincerely, the wind will take away sadness and bring joy.

Liu Yin didn't think her birthday was that important, but she valued the family festival and the prayer for blessings very much.

In the past, there weren't many people in the Mangrove Forest Gang, so the Family Reunion Festival was rather quiet. But this year is different. There are a lot of people, and I've made so many good friends. No matter what, it's going to be more lively.

In the past, there were few tables along the river, and the candles lit were scattered and pitifully few.

And this year...

Liu Yin loved watching such a scene, like a fire dragon soaring down the river like a star; it would surely be the most beautiful scene during the family reunion festival.

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That night, as always, I sat with Murong Xu, drinking tea and chatting. When the topic turned to the upcoming Family Reunion Festival, Murong Xu said, "Everything is pretty much ready. You just need to follow the procedures."

It's good to have Murong Xu around. He will arrange everything for you, and you can do whatever you want. Liu Yin smiled and nodded, "Thank you for your hard work."

"This year..." Murong Xu asked, "Do you still want to make the same wish as before?"

Liu Yin smiled and nodded: "Yes, a wish is something you want the most. Since it's the most wanted thing, you have to want it every year."

In the northern gangs, Liu Yin had witnessed countless partings and deaths.

She hated war, which, in essence, meant she hated the pain of separation and death.

Especially, parting.

That's why she made that wish—she didn't want to see any of her companions lose their lives or be separated from others for no reason.

Because parting is a very sad thing.

Chapter 525 The Willow Rises with the Wind (Part 2)

Recently, for some reason, Liu Yin has been having some unusual dreams.

My dreams are filled with fragments, and in those fragments are her, Murong Xu, and everyone else.

Many things happened in the fragments of the dream, but without exception, the final outcome was always farewell.

The worst time was when she saw everyone covered in blood, lying on the ground.

"!!"

She suddenly opened her eyes; the morning light was already shining through the window.

Today is Family Reunion Day.

Everyone gets up very early, and as the gang leader, she has to get up even earlier.

Murong Xu arrived at the door early to wait for her, and together they prepared for the family dinner that evening.

She composed herself and greeted the guests with her usual gentleness.

The others arrived at her room just in time. After preparing tea and snacks for everyone, she went about her business.

When she returned, Murong Xu was also sitting there, mingling with everyone.

She likes this atmosphere and cherishes it.

"Everyone, today is Family Reunion Day." She said with a smile, "Family Reunion Day is a day for families to get together. To me, you are my family, so at least today, let's put aside all the messy things and have a happy holiday."

“Exactly, exactly.” Murong Xu nodded in agreement: “You guys are having a boring chat, always talking about cultivation, talismans, and all sorts of nonsense. Can’t you talk about something more romantic?”

Sikong Xuan glanced at him: "You start."

"Me starting? Then I love you."

"roll."

A burst of laughter erupted. Murong Xu was always like this; with him around, the atmosphere in their gang would never cool down.

only......

Thinking of that blood-red dream, sorrow appeared in Liu Yin's eyes.

She didn't want to leave.

I don't want to no matter what.

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As the sun sets in the west, the ancient, towering tree has witnessed countless seasons. The marks of time are deeply etched on its rugged trunk, and its bark is mottled, like the face of an old man who has experienced many hardships. Every crack tells a story of past storms.

It was time to make a wish. Liu Yin walked towards the ancient tree and turned to look at Murong Xu.

Murong Xu gave an encouraging smile before turning her head to look directly at the ancient tree.

She stepped forward, knelt under the tree, and prayed sincerely.

Mother said that as long as you pray sincerely, the wind will come and grant your wish.

When she closed her eyes, she heard the sound of the wind.

After making her wish, she got up and tied a red ribbon to the ancient tree.

May you never again suffer the pain of separation.

Suddenly, this thought popped into her mind.

Then, she herself was surprised.

Why do I have to say "again"?

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The banquet has ended.

Although I'm a little reluctant to say goodbye, it's truly over.

Everyone was drunk, but fortunately Yang Pingsheng helped, so cleaning up wasn't too slow.

When Liu Yin returned to her room and was about to wash up and rest, she heard another knock on the door.

She opened the door and saw Murong Xu standing in the doorway.

"Is there something you need?" Liu Yin asked, looking at him.

Under the moonlight, Murong Xu's face was somewhat blurred, as if overlapping with that in a dream, carrying an illusory, thin shadow.

"Didn't you say I'd give you my gift after I finished?" He smiled sheepishly, and even someone who couldn't read human nature could see the expectation in his eyes.

Liu Yin couldn't help but laugh: "Then give it to me."

"Then come with me."

"Where?"

"Take the gift."

"Will it take a long time?"

"You'll see when you get here."

The second day of the Family Reunion Festival is the time to eat zongzi and qingtuan. It's already very late today. If we go with Murong Xu, we don't know when we'll be able to return.

Liu Yin didn't want to sleep in tomorrow, but seeing the other person's bright eyes, she still said helplessly, "Okay."

A warm hand grasped her.

Murong Xu was as happy as a child, and said, "Let's go now!"

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"Where's the gift you gave me?" Liu Yin asked.

"Wait a little longer," Murong Xu replied.

The wind was strong and cold at the mountaintop, so Murong Xu used her spiritual energy to shield Liu Yin and help her ward off the cold.