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"No problem, he can sleep on the floor." Pei Qiyu said with a look of disdain.

Just as Shi Wuming was about to protest loudly, a creaking sound came from upstairs, and Baili Chi ran down from the second floor, looking at them happily.

"Master Ning, Miss Wen, you're back too, that's great!"

Seeing the genuine joy in this young man's eyes, Wen Qiao waved back cheerfully and asked, "Did nothing happen when you returned?"

"Nope," Baili Chi replied obediently, "though there were more people on the streets, they didn't dare to attack us."

"Why?" Su Molan asked, puzzled.

This was also what puzzled them. The people of Bone Town harbored immense malice, capable of doing anything. They had just left the Thirteen Palaces of Dry Bones; anyone with a bit of sense would know it was the best time to rob them. With so many people, they couldn't possibly fight them all off.

Baili Chi pointed at Auntie Hua and said, "Because we are still Auntie Hua's guests."

Instantly, Wen Qiao and the others' gazes fell on Auntie Hua, and they understood.

They had been in the Thirteen Palaces of Dry Bones for months, yet Auntie Hua still kept their rented rooms for them, acknowledging them as her guests. As long as she recognized them, the people of Bone Town wouldn't dare to attack them.

This also reaffirmed their understanding of Auntie Hua's status.

After bidding farewell to Auntie Hua, they went upstairs together.

Liu Qingyun and the others stood in the corridor on the second floor. When they saw them, they nodded in greeting and said, "We're relieved to see you return safely."

Since it was still night, it wasn't appropriate to say much. After exchanging goodnights, Wen Qiao and the others headed to the third floor.

There were only two rooms on the third floor. Shi Wuming stood there foolishly and asked, "Which room am I staying in?"

The four of them looked at him simultaneously. Pei Qiyu said irresponsibly, "You can stay in the corridor."

Shi Wuming: "... Don't be so heartless, can you at least act like a human?"

Pei Qiyu was indifferent. Although he was now human, he was ultimately a reincarnation of a demon seed. After awakening his demon seed memories, he was no longer purely human. So he coldly pulled Su Molan into the room and slammed the door shut.

Shi Wuming's gaze fell on Wen Qiao and Ning Yuzhou.

As Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao were about to close the door in front of him, Shi Wuming said with a mournful face, "Don't leave me out here. What if I wake up tomorrow as a skeleton? Wouldn't you be scared?"

Wen Qiao's hand paused. Given the special circumstances of Bone Town, such a thing could indeed happen. Otherwise, why wouldn't the visiting cultivators dare to wander around at night in Bone Town? They had been somewhat confused earlier, but after touring the Thirteen Palaces of Dry Bones and learning from Shi Wuming, they naturally understood the uniqueness of Bone Town.

In the end, it was Su Molan who opened the door and let him in.

Ning Yuzhou wouldn't have taken him in, so it had to be their side. Su Molan, fearing he might disturb Wen Qiao and the others, had to bring him in.

Pei Qiyu's face was extremely sour, and the way he looked at him made it seem as though he wanted to throw this person out to become a skeleton.

Shi Wuming, driven by a strong survival instinct, said, "Don't be like that, brother. Meeting is fate, and our bond is so deep, it must be destined by heaven! I promise I won't disturb you two. Can't I just sleep on the floor?"

Pei Qiyu sneered. Was this really about sleeping on the floor?

When he noticed Pei Qiyu lying on the bed to rest, Su Molan sitting on the bone chair in front of the bed meditating, and himself on the floor, Shi Wuming finally understood why Pei Qiyu's face was so terrible.

This wasn't just about sleeping on the floor; it was a matter of male pride!

Knowing Pei Qiyu was on the verge of exploding, Shi Wuming didn't provoke him and obediently curled up on the floor.

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The next day, Liu Qingyun and the others came to the third floor to bid them farewell.

Liu Qingyun, still with her usual cold demeanor, said to them, "We are disciples of Wenxu Palace in Tianlun Continent. If any of you visit Tianlun Continent in the future, you can find us at Wenxu Palace."

These words subtly conveyed their intentions.

In Evil Spirit Abyss, Baili Chi and the others had been saved several times by Wen Qiao and the others. Such life-saving favors couldn't be ignored. Here, it wasn't their territory, and saying more would be futile. However, Tianlun Continent was different. Given Wenxu Palace's status in Tianlun Continent, if they ever visited, they wouldn't lack opportunities to repay their kindness.

Liu Qingyun's words also indirectly indicated that if they ever visited Tianlun Continent and needed anything, they should feel free to seek them out.

Baili Chi followed up, "Sister Liu is right. If you ever visit Tianlun Continent, you must come find us."

Sang Yufei and the Ge brothers echoed in agreement.

Having expressed their intentions, Liu Qingyun glanced at Baili Chi and said, "Farewell, everyone."

After all, they were just passing acquaintances, and there was no need for deep ties or lingering sentiment. Wen Qiao and the others also bid them farewell, but only Baili Chi's eyes welled up with tears.

Seeing his expression, the Ge brothers and Sang Yufei felt a chill run down their spines.

Their little junior brother wasn't particularly difficult to deal with and usually listened to his senior siblings. However, he was too trusting, and without the protection of their sect, he might have been deceived to death long ago. Despite being deceived several times, he hadn't learned his lesson and seemed to forget each time he was beaten.

However, it was the first time they had seen Baili Chi so reluctant to part with mere passing acquaintances. What kind of magic had these people cast on him?

With red-rimmed eyes, Baili Chi said, "You must come to Tianlun Continent to find me. I'll be waiting for you!"

As he spoke, he looked earnestly at Wen Qiao and Ning Yuzhou, clearly addressing them.

Under the watchful eyes of Liu Qingyun and the others, Ning Yuzhou merely smiled slightly without committing to anything.

Wen Qiao, seemingly unable to bear it, said, "If we have the chance in the future, we will visit Tianlun Continent. But you should focus on improving your cultivation first. Being so weak, you can't even defend yourself against deception. What's the point?"