"Coward," Nyx muttered under her breath, her eyes fixed on the disappearing shadow of Irene on the distant horizon.
The approaching figure of Xia Shuiyao, however, drew her attention. With effortless grace, her speed slowed as she descended towards the ground, her feet touching down as light as a feather.
"Tian, you've actually returned?" Xia Shuiyao's voice was soft, tinged with genuine surprise.
Xia Tian observed her closely, taking in the subtle improvements in her figure.
Her curves seemed to have filled out, particularly her breasts, enhancing her overall charm. And her flawless skin, it only added to her allure.
Xia Tian couldn't help but give her a slap on the butt. "It's 'brother'," he reminded her with a smirk.
Xia Shuiyao's face flushed crimson, a mix of embarrassment and amusement.
How had he not forgotten about that already?
"Brother," she finally managed to utter, her voice laced with self-consciousness.
