The Art of Subduing Dragons

Chapter 167

After completing the task, Luo Qingci sighed in relief. From then on, whether Tianjizi lived or died was no longer her concern.

When she returned, she couldn't find Ruan Li. Luo Qingci was a bit surprised and asked Su Yu, who also said she hadn't seen her.

Feeling uneasy, Luo Qingci wondered why Ruan Li had suddenly left the Su Ling Tavern.

Just as she was about to go look for her, Cheng Su entered and said, "She left me a message saying she needed to discuss something privately with Yun Xuan and the others. She was worried that you would be concerned if she didn't come back in time, so she asked me to let you know."

Luo Qingci's brow furrowed slightly. A private discussion? What could be so urgent?

But since Ruan Li had decided this, Luo Qingci didn't dwell on it too much. She chatted with Su Yu for a bit and then returned to her room. Lately, Luo Qingci had been particularly diligent. With Ruan Li not around, she had nothing else to do and focused on meditation and cultivation.

She had intended to meditate while waiting for Ruan Li. However, when she came out of meditation, several hours had passed, and it was already dark outside.

Luo Qingci was startled and immediately realized that Ruan Li was still not by her side. She was about to get up when the door was pushed open.

The person who had made her anxious had returned.

"Master, you're awake?" Ruan Li, seeing Luo Qingci's movement, quickly put down what she was holding and walked over to her.

Luo Qingci relaxed and leaned against Ruan Li as she approached, saying softly, "Yes, I lost track of time while meditating. I thought you hadn't come back yet and was a bit startled."

Perhaps because of the soft twilight light or because Luo Qingci had just woken up, she seemed unusually lazy and gentle, her usual cool demeanor softened.

She buried her face in Ruan Li's abdomen and spoke with a hint of grievance, which melted Ruan Li's heart.

"I came back a long time ago. I saw you meditating and didn't want to disturb you. I'm sorry if I made you worry."

Luo Qingci shook her head. "It's my fault for losing track of time. I was suddenly afraid you hadn't returned." She sniffed the air. "It smells so good."

Ruan Li couldn't help but laugh. "The other day, you mentioned plum blossom cakes. I took the opportunity to make some. Do you want to try?"

Seeing Luo Qingci's rare lazy and clingy demeanor, Ruan Li didn't want to leave and used a spell to bring the plate of plum blossom cakes over.

Luo Qingci straightened up and looked at the cakes Ruan Li was holding. The plum blossom petals had been delicately carved, looking lifelike, and the sweet aroma lingered. She took a piece and tasted it, chewing thoughtfully.

Ruan Li's eyes were fixed on her. "How is it? Does it taste good?"

Luo Qingci smiled with her eyes, "It's delicious. Your skills are always so good." She couldn't help but chuckle.

Ruan Li was puzzled by her sudden laughter. "Why are you laughing all of a sudden?"

Luo Qingci's eyes were filled with nostalgia. "I was just thinking about how you used to cook for me when you were so young and did such a great job. It seems like a real shame now."

Ruan Li laughed too. "I remember you once called me a child laborer." At that time, she didn't know what that meant, but looking back, it was still quite amusing.