Chapter 10
The bamboo grove had no owner. Ever since Yuan Zhao could remember, it existed. In spring, when shoots sprouted, villagers […]
The bamboo grove had no owner. Ever since Yuan Zhao could remember, it existed. In spring, when shoots sprouted, villagers […]
Shi Wuxiang woke early, though his side was empty. He could hear faint activity outside and got ready. He had
Even though Shi Wuxiang had secured the position, Yuan Zhao didn’t dare spend recklessly. His money was tightly clutched, only
“Cough—cough! Cough—cough!” A burst of clearly startled coughing abruptly interrupted the two who were kissing. Chu Mingwei’s first instinct was
As the illusion shattered, the once illusory paradise revealed the mountain’s true form. Seeing the gray mist swirling outside, all
“Master, I like you!” Xiao Hei stood there, a shy flush on his face, yet stubborn resolve burned in his
The world was a vast expanse of white, fierce winds scouring the plains, sending snow grains crackling like sand. The
In October, Chazhou was cloaked in continuous drizzle. Sitting behind drawn curtains, one could hear the rain striking the banana
With Shen Zechuan away on his journey, and Ding Tao and Li Xiong absent as well, Ji Gang found the
“Can I do this? Will you think I’m dirty?” Bai Chunian murmured against his temple. “You can.” Lan Bo cupped
Bai Chunian traced a silver-white arc at dawn, landing on the ocean surface. His hair was pure white, eyes fully
The moon hung beyond the clouds, casting light over footprints of varying depths along the island beach. Bai Chunian’s steps
Lu Shangjin slammed the door and left, sitting in his car chain-smoking one cigarette after another until the buzzing in
Lu Shangjin slammed the door and sat in the car, smoking one cigarette after another until the nicotine finally dulled
Yan Yi opened his eyes, wrapped in an unfamiliar scent of pheromones. He struggled to sit up, but his spine
Meng Xizhao paused, then shook his head decisively. “It wouldn’t be better. I’d only be more afraid.” Cui Ye: “…………”
Qiu Suming arrived at the Grand Tutor’s residence, complaining in a flurry: the central message was simple—he must go to
Qin Feimang observed silently: Here he comes again, bringing tears, kneeling once more. …… It was no wonder Meng Xizhao
Lu Yang instructed him to send letters to the Hanlin Academy. Since they hadn’t settled down yet, it was more
After He Qingzao had visited, Xie Yan prepared to return to his hometown. His official term had a set limit;