The crisp sound of clinking glasses rang out clearly in the silent night sky, as if bearing witness to the deepening bond between them. The banquet was held to celebrate the lifting of the castle's curse, and the faces of the invited guests beamed with joyful smiles.
The banquet lasted until late into the night before the guests finally dispersed with lingering reluctance. Lu Chen and Huo Yao walked side by side on their way back to their room. The evening breeze gently blew, bringing a trace of cool air, while in the flower bed, the fragrance of lilies drifted through the night.
"The stars are so lovely tonight," Huo Yao said, looking up at the night sky with a hint of wonder in her voice. The moonlight poured down like a silver veil, casting a soft glow over her.
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