Gu Qiaoqiao stopped asking questions, having made up her mind. She couldnât just ignore this matter, but she wouldnât handle it openly; instead, she would secretly pay Dongfang Yu a visit.
It would be best to relocate him to a safe place.
Because Dongfang Yu is a person with a legitimate identity, there must be people who recognize him.
So, if he were discovered and said something nonsensical in his confusion, it would undoubtedly cause trouble for the Mystic Sect and herself.
Although she hadnât thought of where to move Dongfang Yu just yet, she believed that there would be a solution when the time came.
She picked up the white cat and headed towards the bathroom.
Then she quickly started washing the white cat, soon revealing its true appearance. She wrapped Xiao Bai in a large towel and, after channeling a sliver of spiritual energy into it, whispered to the white cat, "You rest for a while first. In the morning, weâll head back to the Imperial Capital with Ah Ze."
The white cat nodded vigorously, its violet eyes showing delight. Then it curled up comfortably in the towel, letting out a few satisfied purrs before closing its eyes.
It had been exhausted from running all night. Initially, it was fine, but once it entered Jinling Cityâs territory, it unexpectedly encountered a torrential downpour, thus affecting Gu Qiaoqiaoâs aura-sensing ability.
However, fortunately, it was found in the end.
Gu Qiaoqiao tidied herself up and quietly returned to the room, where Qin Yize was still sound asleep.
But he had a reason for being in a deep sleep because when Gu Qiaoqiao left, she set a barrier talisman on the bed, making him oblivious to the events outside.
He was different from her.
She wasnât attending school or working right now, but Qin Yize had been traveling for days to attend her companyâs opening ceremony and hadnât gotten proper rest.
Moreover, in just a few hours, he would drive away from Jinling City. Gu Qiaoqiao felt heartache over his long journey.
Yet, at the same time, her heart was filled with sweetness.
Standing by the bed, Gu Qiaoqiao thought for a moment. She couldnât sleep immediately; she had to pack because, in a few hours, she would be going back to the Imperial Capital with Qin Yize.
Gu Qiaoqiao felt uneasy, so she set another barrier talisman beside the bed to completely isolate any sound.
Qiaoqiao was skilled at organizing items.
And she had very good living habits; everything was in order, so packing was particularly easy for her.
Gu Qiaoqiao packed her things in less than ten minutes.
Some items could be left here; there was no need to take everything along.
In Jinling City, this Gu Family courtyard was her home too.
After finishing her packing, Gu Qiaoqiao quietly got into the bed, and at that moment, Qin Yize, who had been sound asleep, suddenly turned over.
His hand naturally groped towards the empty side of the bed.
His hand, of course, did not find his soft, fragrant little wife, only the already cool sheets.
In an instant, Qin Yizeâs eyes opened.
The wall lamp was turned off by Gu Qiaoqiao, but the curtains were open, allowing him to faintly see Qiaoqiao standing by the bed.
Qin Yize looked a bit dazed.
Just as he was about to get up, Gu Qiaoqiao quickly lay beside him, reaching out her fingers imbued with spiritual energy, gently pressing on his forehead, and softly saying, "Go back to sleep; itâs not time yet."
Qin Yize gave a low "hmm" and then pulled Gu Qiaoqiao into his arms, closing his eyes and drifting back into dreamland.
It was already past two in the morning.
Outside, the torrential rain continued, and the wind was still gusting violently.
The sound of rainwater flowing was everywhere.
Completely isolating the world inside the room from outside.
Gu Qiaoqiao had initially reminded herself to wake up before Qin Yize, wanting to make breakfast for him; unfortunately, despite her good intentions, reality was that she didnât get up.
When Qin Yize kissed her cheek and said goodbye, Gu Qiaoqiao groggily opened her eyes, staring blankly at the neatly dressed, energetic Qin Yize in front of her.
Her red lips parted slightly, only looking at Qin Yize with watery eyes, half-awake, half-dreaming.
The sight made Qin Yizeâs heart melt. He reached out and affectionately stroked Gu Qiaoqiaoâs face a few times. "Silly girl, I have to go."
"Ah, youâre leaving?" Gu Qiaoqiao asked blankly.
"Yes." Qin Yize nodded, then added with concern, "Qiaoqiao, youâre still young; donât be so hard on yourself."
"Oh, I understand." Gu Qiaoqiao obediently nodded.
At this time, Gu Qiaoqiao had only slept for a little over two hours at night, so by normal standards, she should have been in deep sleep.
Thus, waking up in such a state, Gu Qiaoqiao seemed a bit disoriented, adorably so. Qin Yize couldnât resist and kissed her lips several more times.
Finally, he stood up reluctantly, gently saying, "Qiaoqiao, Iâm leaving. Take care of yourself."
Saying so, he turned to leave.
Thatâs when Gu Qiaoqiao finally cleared her mind.
Just as Qin Yize was about to turn away, he seemed to recall something, glanced at the door, and asked, "Qiaoqiao, is that little white cat sleeping on the sofa? Did it arrive last night?"
Heavens!
Gu Qiaoqiao was completely awake, quickly standing up and flying into Qin Yizeâs arms like a little butterfly, wrapping her arms around his neck.
She seemed to hesitate, and at this moment, Qin Yize reached out, tapping Gu Qiaoqiaoâs forehead playfully, "What? Donât want me to leave? Then come with me."
"Yes, Iâll go with you," Gu Qiaoqiao agreed quickly.
"What?" Even Qin Yize raised an eyebrow in surprise.
Gu Qiaoqiao nodded earnestly, "Yes, Iâm going back to the Imperial Capital with you." Then she kissed Qin Yizeâs cheek twice, "Wait for me to pack, and weâll head out together."
With that, Gu Qiaoqiao released her hold, slipping out of Qin Yizeâs arms, and dashed barefoot towards the bathroom.
Qin Yize was left puzzled. Seeing Gu Qiaoqiao running barefoot, he quickly picked up her slippers and chased after her to the bathroom, ensuring she wore them before asking, "Are you really coming with me?"
Gu Qiaoqiao was squeezing toothpaste onto her toothbrush, replying as she did, "Xiao Bai came early in the morning. I planned to go back with you and tell you about it first thing."
"About what?"
"Something seems to have happened to Nie Luanâs Archive Room No.1. Iâll explain more later."