Night was falling. Chang Le pushed open the window to see lights twinkling in the distance, casting a pale, gray glow onto the uneven tiles below like moonlight.
Footsteps sounded behind her. Xu Yingqi reached out, wrapping her arms around Chang Le's waist to let her lean back securely.
The warm embrace and familiar breath together created a sense of tranquil security, allowing Chang Le's mind to gradually settle, much as it had when she was back at the Sword Sect.
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