70: Chapter 70 Sending Off at the Airport 70: Chapter 70 Sending Off at the Airport Ye Shikai returned to his room and sat on the bed to meditate, slowly rotating his inner strength within his body.
His complexion turned somewhat pale; suppressing the energy within his body today had consumed a great deal of his inner strength.
He just hadn’t shown it in front of Su Qingyu and Su Ziqing.
He could sense his own unease—if the issue of Demon Addiction wasn’t resolved, it would undeniably limit his abilities in the future, and might even cause serious problems at critical moments.
Nevertheless, he had also, to his surprise, discovered that a portion of that energy, after merging with the energy Ji Qian had transferred into him, had actually transformed into his own inner strength.
Although it was only a part, it indicated that there was indeed a connection between that energy and inner strength.
If he could completely transform this energy into inner strength, it would significantly elevate his combat prowess.
Perhaps the two differed only in their medium, converging along distinct paths, ready for him to harness.
Just then, the sound of his phone ringing echoed in his ears.
Glancing at the caller ID, it was Ji Qian calling—why would she call him?
“Hello.” Ye Shikai responded gently; Ji Qian had helped him so much today, and he had yet to express his gratitude properly.
“How are you feeling?
You must’ve used a lot of inner strength today.” Ji Qian’s voice came from the other end of the line, tinged with concern.
“Yeah, it’s indeed a bit uncomfortable, but manageable.
Thank you for your timely help.” Ye Shikai replied sincerely.
I’m leaving for Europe tomorrow, the plane’s at ten in the morning.
Can you…” Before she could finish, Ye Shikai interjected,
“Okay, I’ll see you off.” He knew what Ji Qian wanted to ask.
Having owed her in the past and considering her help today, it was only right to see her off.
“Mm, okay, I’ll wait for you there.
Let’s leave it at that for now, I’m hanging up.” Ji Qian’s tone carried an excitement she couldn’t quite conceal.
“Alright, you also expended a lot of inner strength today, you should rest up.”
“I know, good night.” But
“Good night.” With that, Ye Shikai ended the call.
Ji Qian had traveled all the way back to Huaxia, and he hadn’t welcomed her; he couldn’t leave without seeing her off either.
It looked like he would be ditching work tomorrow…
Ye Shikai returned to his bed and continued his cultivation.
Before the issue with the energy inside him was resolved, every bit of increased inner strength enhanced the potential for coping next time.
The next morning, Ye Shikai got up early, jogged around the neighborhood for a bit—normally, breakfast was prepared by Nanny Wu, but today he made an exceptional breakfast for Su Qingyu and Su Ziqing.
Then he left a note on the table requesting leave from Su Qingyu, before donning a black trench coat and silently leaving the villa, heading to the airport terminal.
Arriving at the airport, Ye Shikai glanced down at his watch; it was just past seven.
Though early, Yanjing, as the capital of Huaxia, had an airport that buzzed incessantly through day and night.
Ye Shikai found a seat and sat quietly, playing with his phone.
“You came so early?” Suddenly, a woman’s voice sounded by Ye Shikai’s ear.
Looking up, he saw black high heels matched with a black coat and a hat perched on her head, emanating elegance—it was Ji Qian, who had also arrived early.
“Yes, to wait for you.” Ye Shikai smiled subtly, the charm in his smile irresistible.
Ji Qian smiled knowingly in return; their attire for the day complemented each other, exuding style and looking like a couple.
Coupled with Ji Qian’s stunning beauty, passersby kept casting glances their way, with many men envying Ye Shikai.
“Hehe, it’s still early, join me for breakfast?” Ji Qian’s face flushed slightly.
“Sure.” Ye Shikai was momentarily taken aback by the unexpected invitation to breakfast, but accepted and got up.
As he did, Ji Qian reached out and grabbed his hand.
Is that alright?” Ji Qian asked, somewhat embarrassed.
Ye Shikai didn’t speak; instead, he let Ji Qian hold his hand as they headed toward a restaurant in the airport.
For any other man, having a beautiful woman hold your hand was something to long for, but not for Ye Shikai; he feared that once he held her hand, memories of their past together would surface.