Gu Xian'er focused her senses for a moment. "I sense it," she said. "Congratulations, cousin."
Gu Shouxian nodded, then looked at Ye Tianling. "Fellow Daoist," he said, "thank you for taking care of Fairy on the journey here."
Gu Xian'er frowned. "This is my Master, Ye Tianling, the Celestial Secret Divine Son."
"Yes, I know," Gu Shouxian said. "I've already heard Ru Yue's report. However, you won't be the Celestial Secret anymore, so naturally—"
"Cousin, don't interfere with my decisions," Gu Xian'er said. "Otherwise, our bond will be broken."
Gu Shouxian flinched slightly. After a pensive glance at Ye Tianling, he said, "Fine. We can discuss this later. Come on, let's go see Elder Changyi. She's missed you terribly."
Gu Xian'er nodded and once again took the initiative to loop her arm through Ye Tianling's, acting as close to him as ever.
Gu Shouxian's pupils constricted slightly. He swept a cool glance over Gu Xian'er and Ye Tianling but didn't say another word.
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