Chapter 153 - Lanling's Challenge

The next day in Yalian, a major event had the locals on the edge of their seats, popping melon seeds into their mouths as they filled every teahouse in town. Even the tourists joined the chaos, eager to hear what would happen next.

Before noon, Lanling and Meixi sat alone in the living room, a Dome of Silence surrounding them, muffling their conversation as they drank tea and maintained their composure.

Lanling was the first to cave. He groaned and planted the side of his face on the table, completely abandoning his usual mannerisms. "I want to see Ruki!"

Meixi stifled a laugh, finding her younger brother's yearning for his lover endearing. But not wanting to be rude, she coughed lightly. "I know~ But you have to look at this from his perspective. He has no memories, he's currently the prized pupil of General Kenshin Kiyohara, and he's expected to repay him for saving his life!"