The King of Xiuxianjuan returns to modern times and becomes a landlord

In that dim, hidden place, Bai Fan and Di Xin waited silently, like two motionless statues, afraid to disturb the tranquility of the night. Only when the silhouettes of He Qingming and Ying Ni gradually faded in the distant twilight, until they were no longer visible, did they feel a sense of relief, as if they had finally been freed from some invisible bondage. When the last of their figures faded into the night, Bai Fan slowly exhaled and stepped out of his hiding place.

"Let's go, finally! My legs are going to go numb if I don't move," Bai Fan complained, rubbing his numb legs. His voice echoed in the empty night, revealing a sense of relief. He seemed eager to leave this oppressive place and enjoy the freedom and tranquility of the night.

Di Xin followed closely behind, emerging from the shadows. Compared to Bai Fan, he seemed calmer, yet equally eager for the next move. "Stop talking! The event is almost over. Let's go shopping," he urged, a hint of urgency in his tone. He seemed to have already planned his next itinerary, eager to make the most of every moment of the evening.

As the clock ticked towards midnight, Ying Ni and He Qingming slowly emerged from the dim exit, like the last travelers in the night. Their figures stretched beneath the dim streetlights, and the air was thick with mystery and tension. Coming towards them were Bai Fan and Di Xin, their presence darkening the night and adding a touch of unpredictability.

Ying Ni's gaze instantly sharpened. She sensed the flash of panic on Bai Fan and Di Xin's faces. Just as they tried to turn and flee, Ying Ni quickly pulled two immobilizing talismans from her sleeves. With a gentle wave of her hand, the talismans traced golden paths through the air, then transformed into two beams of light, pinning Bai Fan and Di Xin to the spot.

"Why are you leaving? What did you do behind my back? Why are you so guilty that you want to escape the moment you see me?" Ying Ni slowly walked towards the two people who were frozen in place. Her voice was playful yet gentle. She stood in front of them, looking at them with a smile, as if expecting a convincing explanation, one that could explain why they chose to flee at this moment.

Bai Fan and Di Xin stared at each other in silence, a flicker of helplessness in their eyes. Soon, the effects of the immobilization talisman wore off, and the two regained their freedom. The talisman's power only held them captive for a few minutes, but those few minutes felt like a small interlude, making the night even more memorable and further complicating their relationship.

"We simply didn't want to disturb your private time," Bai Fan said, breaking the silence first, attempting to defuse the sudden awkwardness with a lighthearted tone. His words exuded a lighthearted air, as if to say they simply happened to be there at this moment, not intentionally interrupting Ying Ni and Di Xin's private moment. Di Xin nodded in agreement, his expression equally relaxed, as if they had found a reasonable excuse for their decision to leave at this juncture. However, whether Ying Ni would accept this explanation remained to be seen; whether she truly believed their excuse or harbored doubts remained uncertain.

As night fell, a gentle breeze blew. Ying Ni's mood was as gentle and peaceful as the night itself. She stood on a street corner, a faint smile playing on her lips, like the softest starlight in the night sky. Her words were soft and tolerant, "Alright, I'm in a good mood today, so I won't argue with you." Her voice revealed a tolerance and understanding, as if she didn't intend to delve into why Bai Fan and Di Xin had appeared at this time, or why they had suddenly decided to leave.

Bai Fan and Di Xin stood across from her, their eyes glancing at each other, a subtle flicker of nervousness in theirs. They knew that while Ying Ni appeared unconcerned, her keen intuition had already detected the hidden secret between them. However, as their friend, Ying Ni knew there were some matters she couldn't interrogate. She chose not to delve into them, not to upset the balance of their friendship.

"Come on, are you two going back on your own, or taking our car?" Ying Ni's voice broke the brief silence, her words carrying a warmth that refused to be rejected. Bai Fan and Di Xin felt a gaze like an arrow, piercing the night and piercing their spines. It was a silent warning, a powerful presence that only they could sense.

They didn't need to turn around to know who that gaze came from. It was a silent warning, a powerful presence that only they could sense. A thought flashed through their minds simultaneously: If looks could kill, then they would have been hacked to pieces by that gaze by now. They knew that, though Ying Ni hadn't said it explicitly, she had seen through their thoughts, but had chosen not to point it out.

"No, thanks." "We drove here," they both replied in unison, a hint of unnatural nervousness in their voices. Ying Ni was taken aback for a moment, then regained her composure. She seemed to have anticipated their answer and understood their desire for distance and privacy.

"Okay, He Qingming, let's go back." Ying Ni's voice betrayed a hint of fatigue; she was indeed tired, and decided not to pursue the matter any further. She turned and walked towards her parked car, leaving Bai Fan and Di Xin in the night, each pondering their next steps. They understood that while the awkwardness of the night had been temporarily alleviated, they would still need to find a better way to handle their relationship with Ying Ni and the secrets hidden between them. Ying Ni's decision seemed to bring an end to the night's events, but this end did not mean a solution, but rather a new beginning, one that required them to approach with greater caution and wisdom.

The night was as dark as ink, a bright moon hanging high in the sky, its silvery light bathing the entire imperial capital. Bai Fan and Di Xin stood in the shadows before the entrance, their gaze fixed on the receding SUV. He Qingming and Ying Ni sat inside, the clatter of the wheels resonating distinctly in the still night air. As the SUV vanished, Bai Fan and Di Xin breathed a sigh of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted. Yet, their hearts remained filled with worry and uncertainty, for they knew that tonight's events were only a temporary respite; the true challenges lay ahead.

"If Ying Ni discovered we helped He Qingming lure her out, would she harm us?" Bai Fan's voice trembled slightly in the night breeze. He asked the question cautiously, fearing to disrupt this brief moment of peace. His concerns were not unfounded. Ying Ni's personality and abilities forced them to treat her with caution.

Emperor Xin quickly covered Bai Fan's mouth, a hint of fear in his eyes. "Stop talking! Are you looking for death? Don't drag me into this," he said in a low, rapid voice, clearly unwilling to continue the conversation. Bai Fan also stopped struggling, realizing that Emperor Xin's concerns were not unfounded. They both knew that if Ying Ni learned the truth, the consequences would be disastrous.