Everything that needed to be said was conveyed without words.
Chu Jinyun's eyes brimmed with reluctance to part and unspoken warnings. In the end, she simply patted Nie Shanshan's shoulder. "Be careful with everything."
Sang Yanping also addressed Chen Qing and Shen Xiuyong in a solemn tone. "The Sect will be waiting for your good news."
Afterward, the group mounted their Treasure Steeds. The figures of Sang Yanping, Chu Jinyun, and the others grew blurry in the distance before vanishing completely.
Nie Shanshan watched silently for a moment. Soon, an Outer Sect Steward from the Celestial Treasure Upper Sect arrived to guide her to the Outer Sect to check in.
"Nephew Nie."
Shen Xiuyong called out as he stepped forward. "The affairs of the Outer Sect are many and complicated. Though we walk different paths now, we are from the same sect. If you ever need help, you must send word to me."
Chen Qing also stepped forward and said, "Senior Sister Nie, let's stay in touch."
