"It has been many years since outsiders last came in. The mountains are so dangerous—where did Gongne bring them back from?"
"I heard the chieftain say that all outsiders are scheming and deceitful."
The villagers chattered amongst themselves, full of curiosity about Xiao Zining and his companion, while some even harbored hostility.
Gongne greeted the villagers politely and led Xiao Zining and Xiao Feng to a wooden cabin. The house looked weather-beaten and aged, as though it had been built a very long time ago.
"Big Brother, Big Sister, this is my home."
With that, Gongne led the two of them inside.
"Father, Elder Sister, I'm back! We have two guests!"
Gongne shouted toward the upper floor, then motioned for Xiao Zining and Xiao Feng to take a seat.
The interior of the house was spacious and bright. All the furniture was crafted from fragrant wood, giving it a clean and comfortable feel.
Footsteps sounded from upstairs as someone descended the wooden ladder—a young, delicate woman.
She wore a brightly colored, gorgeous Miao skirt that accentuated her graceful figure. Her gentle eyes were as pure as water, her nose was exquisite and upturned, and her lips were as small and red as cherries.
Her long, flowing black hair cascaded like a waterfall, and her skin was fair. Silver bracelets and anklets adorned her wrists and ankles, chiming crisply and pleasantly with every movement.
With a single enchanting smile, she made the surrounding flowers pale in comparison!
"This is my eld…
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