Bound By Fate (BL)

Back to Sect

As the lantern festival drew to a close, Lin Yu and Xu Wei made their way back to the camp, their spirits lifted by the evening's events. The laughter, the lights, and the shared moments had been a welcome reprieve from their constant vigilance. However, as they approached the camp, their minds refocused on the task at hand: ensuring the village's safety and uncovering the truth about the hidden entity which might not seem harmful to them (yet).

Upon reaching the camp, they found the other disciples huddled around the fire, discussing their patrols and observations.

"We've completed another sweep of the perimeter. There's no sign of the creature. It seems the immediate threat has been eradicated," Xu Wei announced.(they have done it on the way)

The disciples nodded in agreement, though an air of caution remained. Lin Yu could see the concern in their faces; the memory of the dark creature was still fresh.

"We should maintain a watch tonight, just to be sure," suggested Mei Lin, one of the more experienced disciples.

Xu Wei agreed. "We'll set up rotations. Everyone needs to be vigilant. We can't let our guard down."

Lin Yu and Xu Wei volunteered for the first watch, taking up positions at opposite ends of the camp. The night was quiet, the only sounds being the crackle of the fire and the occasional rustle of leaves. Lin Yu's mind wandered to the dark figure they had encountered. There was something unsettling about its behavior, as if it had been studying them rather than simply attacking.

As their watch came to an end without incident, Lin Yu and Xu Wei gathered the others to report. "The night has been calm," Xu Wei said. "We'll conduct one final patrol in the morning before we prepare to return to the sect."

The disciples settled into their makeshift beds, leaving Lin Yu and Xu Wei by the fire. The flickering flames cast long shadows, creating a dance of light and dark around them.

"We should probably tell the sect elders about that entity," Lin Yu murmured, breaking the silence.

Xu Wei considered this for a moment before replying, "We will. But let's first gather more information. We need to understand what we're dealing with."

Lin Yu nodded, trusting Xu Wei's judgment. They sat quietly for a while, the fire's warmth providing a brief comfort against the cold night. As the first light of dawn crept over the horizon, the camp stirred to life. The disciples began packing their belongings, readying themselves for the journey back to the Blue Moon Sect.

Before they left, Xu Wei gathered everyone. "You've all done well. We've ensured the safety of the village for now, but we must remain vigilant. Let's head back to the sect and report our findings."

The journey back was uneventful, but Lin Yu's thoughts remained occupied with the man(hidden entity). He wondered about its motives and what it meant for their future. As they neared the sect, the familiar sight of its towering gates brought a sense of relief and anticipation.

Upon returning, they found their awaiting them at the entrance. His eyes scanned the group, noting their weariness and the unspoken tension among them. "Welcome back," he said. "I trust you completed the mission?"

Xu Wei stepped forward, giving a concise report of their actions. He deliberately left out the encounter with the hidden entity, not wanting to alarm the sect without more concrete information.

Master nodded with satisfaction. "Good work. Take some time to rest and then return to your training. We must always be prepared for any threat."

As the disciples dispersed, Lin Yu and Xu Wei lingered behind. They exchanged a knowing look, a silent agreement to continue their investigation into the hidden entity. Whatever it was, they would face it together.

That night, as Lin Yu lay in his bed, he thought about the wish he had made at the lantern festival. He wished for Xu Wei's happiness, and he hoped that whatever challenges they faced, they would face them together. His heart swelled with warmth at the thought, and he drifted off to sleep with a sense of peace.

The path ahead was uncertain, but Lin Yu and Xu Wei's bond would be their greatest strength against the darkness that awaited.