But there was still a barrier talisman set here. Gu Qiaoqiao didnât try to destroy it. Everyone had left, and there was nothing interesting to see in the room.
Gu Qiaoqiao stood at the door, hesitated for a moment, turned around, got in the car, and then sped off in the direction of the base headquarters.
San Qi kept his word and didnât cause trouble for the Gu Family anymore, perhaps because Ouyang Rong lacked the energy. She was someone from the Mystic Sect and naturally understood her own condition.
She couldnât possibly ask Gu Qiaoqiao for help to cure her, and her pride wouldnât allow her to do so.
However, she didnât dare to make any more moves against the Gu Family. Not only due to San Qi and Ba Jiaoâs persuasion, but because Gu Qiaoqiao had finally made her admit that thereâs always someone better!
Gu Qiaoqiao felt her guess wasnât entirely accurate but was close enough. Sitting in her car, she looked at the distant tall walls of Gu Garden, her mouth curling with a subtle smile.
When she arrived at the base gate, Qin Yize was indeed waiting there.
Since Gu Qiaoqiao would be staying here for a day, Brother Li San couldnât stay with her all the time. He declined Qin Yizeâs invitation with a smile, saying, "Iâm not going. Itâs a hassle to register upon entering and exiting, and your new home isnât quite ready yet. Iâll come drink when you move in."
Qin Yizeâs mouth curled up, his cool demeanor suddenly warm, "Alright, then Brother San must drink more then."
After exchanging a few words, Brother Li San turned his car around and returned to Gu Garden.
Qin Yize was in a good mood today, his steps light as he led Gu Qiaoqiao toward their new home.
Despite his cool demeanor, if one observed closely, they could see a smile in his eyes and on his brows.
Gu Qiaoqiao was filled with joy.
In principle, this was indeed a personal space jointly owned by the two.
Gu Qiaoqiao always had fond memories of her time in the Northern Border City.
In a way, she realized things over there, and in Lijing Ho, she truly matured.
Each stage has its own significance.
Moreover, due to Qin Yizeâs rank, they were allocated a separate house with its own courtyard. Because of this, houses werenât adjacent to each other, with two courtyard distances between them, enhancing privacy, which Gu Qiaoqiao liked.
It was autumn already, and the weeds in the courtyard were withered, somewhat desolate, but Gu Qiaoqiao was still very enthusiastic.
The two went upstairs and downstairs to inspect, planning how to arrange and decorate the place.
They decided to set the bedroom upstairs, where the windows were large and faced the sunlight.
The floor was already laid, the walls painted snow white. Located in the base courtyard, the decor wasnât flashy and conveyed simplicity and elegance.
So, Gu Qiaoqiao started to get busy with matters related to the new home.
A few days later, San Qi and Ba Jiao returned to the island with Ouyang Rong, who looked pale.
This was also the time when Ouyang Wensheng and his wife emerged.
This time, they failed again.
So close yet always out of reach, until they saw the trio. San Qi reported the happenings in the Central Plains to Ouyang Wensheng.
By the end of the report, Ouyang Wenshengâs face was so dark, it could wring out water.
His hands were clenched, audibly creaking.
Lady Ouyang was about to set off to annihilate the Gu Family and Gu Qiaoqiao, to vent for her daughter.
San Qi didnât dare to stop Lady Ouyang. Luckily, Ouyang Wensheng restrained his furious wife, and after examining their daughter, his brows furrowed deeply.
His heart was like a stormy sea, unable to calm.
Gu Qiaoqiaoâs guess was right; the death qi on Ouyang Rong remained, and Ouyang Wensheng was most fearful of this.
Moreover, what shocked him wasnât the death qi but how Gu Qiaoqiao managed to channel it onto his daughter without suffering backlash herself.
What sort of extraordinary ability is this?
Ouyang Wenshengâs eyes showed anger, shock, and a touch of fervor.
It seemed a trip to the Central Plains was inevitable.
However, the planning for this trip needed careful thought.
The crucial thing was the godly Ruyi Ball was weak and needed recovery on the island; both the Ruyi Ball and his daughter were their lifeblood.
Any mistake would be intolerable.
Ouyang Wensheng finally quelled all his emotions, calmly took the Ruyi Ball to where the Spiritual Energy was most abundant for recovery.
Lady Ouyang finally understood what was most important now.
She stood atop a cliff, looking east, her gaze entwining it like a venomous snake.
Gu Qiaoqiao, just wait; youâll soon pay a heavy price.
And yet, the sea waves ignored human emotions, flowing eternally toward unknown ends, to an uncertain future.
In the blink of an eye, it was mid-September, and Qin Yize and Gu Qiaoqiaoâs new home was practically ready to move into.
Gu Qiaoqiao was adept at domestic living; with her skilled touches, the initially cool house instantly became beautiful and cozy.
The couple, who were often apart, could finally end their life of separation.
Moving-in day was lively. Xiao Wen, awake with full energy from a sleepy stupor, arrived with Chu Chengfeng and a large group to warm the hearth at Gu Qiaoqiaoâs new home.
This was a northern tradition, insisted upon by Great Grandma, who said it would ensure prosperity in life.
When the night was deep and everyone had left, the couple stood shoulder to shoulder on the balcony of the second floor. Situated in the suburbs, the rolling distant mountains could be seen, now barren but with the evergreen green pines standing tall.
Neighbors all around had filled the houses, with light and laughter emanating, some of whom had been separated for a long time, now joyfully reunited.
Occasionally, the cries of children could be heard, distant yet clear.
Qin Yizeâs brows twitched, reaching out to scoop up Gu Qiaoqiao. He swiftly carried her to the bed. Beside Gu Qiaoqiaoâs ear, he whispered, "Looks like I need to try harder."
Gu Qiaoqiaoâs eyes glistened with the moonlight, looking at Qin Yize, she couldnât help but laugh, which was promptly silenced by Qin Yizeâs lips.
Outside, the moonlight was like water; inside, the atmosphere was warm and inviting.
The house, though seemingly cool for the two, was inexplicably filled with warmth.
The roomâs colors and the furniture were similar, all chosen by Qiaoqiao herself, with some favorite items placed on Duobao Pavilion.
Some Gold Jade Stone Carvings she brought from the Northern Frontier were displayed, benefiting the house.