Han Shun was in his deep trance right now. He started by imagining his life with Bai Gege right now to make himself feel safe to cultivate.
Because in honesty, he cultivated because Bai Gege in his mind kept reminding him about how precious and amazing he was.
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"Bai Gege, am I doing good?" Han Shun asked Bai Gege, who was putting food on his plate in his imagination.
"You're doing great, Han Shun," Bai Shijue said with a smile. "You're the best in my heart. Nothing will ever replace you."
"You— um… you promise to never replace me, okay? Bai Gege is Han Shun's only light. I don't know what to do without Bai Gege on my side…." Han Shun said.
"Han Shun, do I ever turn my back on you?"
"No…"
"Then stop being insecure about it, okay? I will be by your side, just like this."
"Just like this…."
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