On her first visit to Gu Sheng’s courtyard, Hong Mei felt a bit uneasy.
She sat down lightly, her eyes darting about nervously.
"The Third Elder has arranged your courtyard quite well, the spiritual energy is abundant."
Upon hearing this, Gu Sheng chuckled.
"Indeed it’s nice, much better than before I left. How about it, do you like it here?"
Hong Mei didn’t think much and nodded to him.
"I quite like it."
"If you like it, then stay here. I checked earlier, and there aren’t many courtyards around here. The guest quarters aren’t as good as mine, so if you don’t mind, you can stay here."
As soon as he spoke, Hong Mei’s face turned even redder.
"This... wouldn’t it be inappropriate? You and I are a single man and woman... it would be unseemly..."
Her voice grew quieter, but the smile on Gu Sheng’s lips widened.
"My courtyard is not just a single room, I meant you can pick any if you like."
With these words, Hong Mei’s eyes widened.
"You... you..."
"Exactly, that’s what I meant. What were you thinking? Could it be you like this room?"
Gu Sheng suddenly stood and leaned toward her, causing Hong Mei to raise her hand to stop him.
"No, that’s not what I meant, I just... just..."
"Just what..."
"Just feeling hot, and want to go out for a walk."
After saying this, she quickly got up and turned outside to run.
Watching her retreating silhouette, Gu Sheng chuckled softly.
After wandering around Stone Village for a while, the heat on Hong Mei’s face gradually faded.
Just as she was about to return, people from Sky Blue Sect approached from afar.
"Greetings, Sect Leader."
Seeing them, Hong Mei’s demeanor changed instantly, her expression cooled.
"Follow me."
The group dared not say more and could only follow along.
In a secluded area, Hong Mei stood tall and sternly reprimanded a few.
Knowing they were in the wrong, they lowered their heads, not daring to utter a sound.
After a long while, Hong Mei finally ceased her scolding.
"I don’t want to see today’s incident happening a second time. If I do, I’ll report it truthfully. Now disperse."
As soon as the group left, the Third Elder came over, smiling at her.
"Sect Leader Hong, have you adapted here yet?"
Seeing the Third Elder, Hong Mei quickly retracted her stern aura.
"I’m getting used to it."

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