However, the laughter and chatter along the way came to an abrupt halt upon returning to the small courtyard.
When they saw Xiè Xīrǎn and Wáng Yuèchán standing before the small building, all their movements seemed frozen in time. Panting slightly, they carried a trace of awkwardness, but even more of joy and bashfulness.
"Sister Xīrǎn, Yuèchán, we're back."
Chapter 153