Solidified Bond

"I... I did it. And it's all thanks to you, Senior Brother," Ji Feiyang whispered as she looked up, her trembling hand reaching for his face.

"No. It is the result of your own effort and perseverance, Miss Ji,"

He replied with a gentle smile as he stroked her hair, combing it with his fingers. "Your potential is vast and I'm certain you will eventually learn to tame the lightning. For now, I'll help you whenever I can."

"... As I thought, it's because of you. I expected to be assaulted by crackling pain from taking in the primal elements of lightning but I didn't feel anything. Not even a prick. Instead, it was soothing. Don't lie anymore, Senior Brother. I will keep it a secret if you're worried."

Xu Qi scratched his head, recognizing his own error, "Ugh. Alright. It was a slip of my tongue. But still, you don't have to give me credit for it. I'm simply assisting my adorable junior sister in her cultivation."