Chapter 26
How can you sleep at night at your age? It's understandable that you can't slee
At midnight, Shen Shu'an sat cross-legged, diligently practicing his internal energy.
"System, is the female sparrow pregnant yet?"
"And why would a bird have a difficult birth? Could the Reclusive Sparrow chick that's a quest reward be one of the female sparrow's offspring?"
The more Shen Shuan thought about it, the more she felt there was a big problem.
She continued to practice her dragon language whenever she had a spare moment today. She had already completed 90% of the 1,000 dragon language practice requirement for the side quest, and she would be able to collect 200 points tomorrow.
Therefore, Shen Shuan had already begun researching the mission of the Recluse Sparrow.
[Host, you're pregnant. There are three eggs, one of which is particularly large, causing a difficult birth. Mission rewards will be determined based on the outcome.]
"Oh, but what do you mean by 'depending on the situation'?"
[If the host can persuade the Reclusive Sparrow to entrust its young to you, the reward will be the entrusted little Reclusive Sparrow.]
[If you don't have one, the system will reward you with a Reclusive Sparrow from the system shop; the two have the same talent.]
"Oh, I see."
Shen Shuan nodded, then said decisively, "Then I'll still go with the online store."
System: […Host, you haven't even completed your mission yet, and you've already been selected?]
Just as Shen Shu'an was about to argue, the system notification sounded.
[Ding, 150 emotion points collected from Xuan Yi.]
Shen Shu'an: "?"
Shen Shuan was puzzled for two seconds, pondered for two seconds, and then rolled up in horror.
"What does this mean? Why is this guy thinking about me at night instead of sleeping?"
Faced with Shen Shu'an's reaction, the system paused for a moment, then said seriously: [Host, I don't think the situation is as you think.]
"What is it then?" Shen Shuan asked back, her little paws timidly hugging herself.
……
At the same time, in the Dragon Palace at the center of Dragon Island.
Xuan Yi transformed into human form, sat upright at his desk, and began reading the "Complete Collection of Dragon Language" in his hands.
The black-robed figure who had appeared beside him at noon earlier couldn't help but advise, "Your Highness, it's time to rest."
Since Your Highness returned to Dragon Island, apart from the first few days when you weren't used to it, you've never stayed up so late.
In the past, when Your Highness was in the wilderness, you had to pay attention to your safety at all times, so vigilance was inevitable.
But now, why are you suddenly working so hard? Although diligence is a good thing, Your Highness is still young. What if you hurt yourself?
Seeing that Xuan Yi remained silent and only quietly looked at the book, the old man spoke again: "Your Highness is naturally intelligent. Learning the Dragon Language will not be accomplished overnight. Please do not overwork your mind."
This time, Xuan Yi finally spoke up: "She already knows it all."
His voice was very calm, without even a change in tone.
But the old man in black robes was suddenly startled and immediately realized the meaning behind Xuan Yi's words.
"...Your Highness, you mean that little girl?"
"Um."
"So, Uncle Wu, don't try to persuade me anymore."
After the soft words were spoken, the room fell silent.
The old man, referred to as Uncle Wu, opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something, but looking at Xuan Yi's focused profile, he ultimately did not speak.
"Yes, Your Highness, this old servant understands."
As he spoke, his right hand instinctively reached out to make a calculation, but then he suddenly remembered the blood he had vomited at noon, so he had to let go, lower his head, and disappear into the darkness.
Xuan Yi was already used to the other party's appearances and disappearances, and continued to focus on the book in his hands.
He didn't want to compete with her.
However, they will be attending classes together for a long time to come.
His slightly drooping eyelashes trembled gently, and his fingertips turned another page, casting a faint shadow under his eyes.
……
The next morning, Shen Shuan looked at the system panel with confusion, noticing the notifications that had lasted until 2 a.m. the previous night.
Is Xuan Yi still awake at 2 AM?
"Hmm."
Shen Shuan shook her head. "Aren't they working way too hard?"
Just thinking about it gives me goosebumps. Damn it, she won't go to sleep until 2 a.m. tonight either.
[Ding, host, good morning.]
Shen Shuan shook her head, gazing at the sky with a slightly melancholic 45-degree angle. "Sigh, I know my charm is unmatched."
[Host, why are you suddenly like this?]
"Haha, that kid Xuan Yi couldn't sleep last night because he was thinking about me!"
Shen Shuan sighed and quickly got out of bed.
[No, host, aren't you being a little narcissistic?]
Unfortunately, no one paid attention to what the system said.
Shen Shu'an hummed a little tune as she went to find Nian Qiuhua and Shen Wuming for breakfast.
Hehe, of course she knows.
That kid, he must be having trouble sleeping because of her, right?!
"Hahahahahaha." Shen Shu'an burst into laughter inside.
Hehe, can't sleep, that's good.
At this age, how dare I sleep? How can I sleep soundly?!
Think about her, she meditates and practices qigong every night, and last night she didn't fall asleep until 12:30 in the morning.
So what Nian Qiuhua and Shen Wuming saw was a little dragon that was clearly in a good mood.
The little white dragon flew over happily and even performed an aerial spin.
Nian Qiuhua and Shen Wuming were puzzled, but they still clapped their hands in agreement.
After finishing breakfast, Shen Shuan excitedly rushed to the teaching cave.
Unfortunately, she did not see the scene she had envisioned.
The little black dragon, sitting on his futon, was completely black. No matter how closely you looked at him, you couldn't tell whether he had dark circles under his eyes or not.
Furthermore, he did not appear sleepy or lacking in energy.
Upon seeing her arrive, Xuan Yi even nodded to her.
"Aww."
"Good morning."
Shen Shuan then greeted Xuan Yi generously, smiling as she looked at him.
Oh dear, if she calculates her emotional value and the points rewarded for completing the Dragon Language quest, she'll have several hundred points again.
What should I buy next?
Is it "Basic Array Formation Mastery" or "Basic Shapeshifting Mastery"?
Ugh, this is so annoying.
"Hmph, hmph hmph~"
Hearing the singing that suddenly came from beside him, Xuan Yi quietly turned his head to look.
He looked at the increasingly plump and adorable little white dragon.
What's wrong with me? Why am I in such a good mood today?
"System, is the female sparrow pregnant yet?"
"And why would a bird have a difficult birth? Could the Reclusive Sparrow chick that's a quest reward be one of the female sparrow's offspring?"
The more Shen Shuan thought about it, the more she felt there was a big problem.
She continued to practice her dragon language whenever she had a spare moment today. She had already completed 90% of the 1,000 dragon language practice requirement for the side quest, and she would be able to collect 200 points tomorrow.
Therefore, Shen Shuan had already begun researching the mission of the Recluse Sparrow.
[Host, you're pregnant. There are three eggs, one of which is particularly large, causing a difficult birth. Mission rewards will be determined based on the outcome.]
"Oh, but what do you mean by 'depending on the situation'?"
[If the host can persuade the Reclusive Sparrow to entrust its young to you, the reward will be the entrusted little Reclusive Sparrow.]
[If you don't have one, the system will reward you with a Reclusive Sparrow from the system shop; the two have the same talent.]
"Oh, I see."
Shen Shuan nodded, then said decisively, "Then I'll still go with the online store."
System: […Host, you haven't even completed your mission yet, and you've already been selected?]
Just as Shen Shu'an was about to argue, the system notification sounded.
[Ding, 150 emotion points collected from Xuan Yi.]
Shen Shu'an: "?"
Shen Shuan was puzzled for two seconds, pondered for two seconds, and then rolled up in horror.
"What does this mean? Why is this guy thinking about me at night instead of sleeping?"
Faced with Shen Shu'an's reaction, the system paused for a moment, then said seriously: [Host, I don't think the situation is as you think.]
"What is it then?" Shen Shuan asked back, her little paws timidly hugging herself.
……
At the same time, in the Dragon Palace at the center of Dragon Island.
Xuan Yi transformed into human form, sat upright at his desk, and began reading the "Complete Collection of Dragon Language" in his hands.
The black-robed figure who had appeared beside him at noon earlier couldn't help but advise, "Your Highness, it's time to rest."
Since Your Highness returned to Dragon Island, apart from the first few days when you weren't used to it, you've never stayed up so late.
In the past, when Your Highness was in the wilderness, you had to pay attention to your safety at all times, so vigilance was inevitable.
But now, why are you suddenly working so hard? Although diligence is a good thing, Your Highness is still young. What if you hurt yourself?
Seeing that Xuan Yi remained silent and only quietly looked at the book, the old man spoke again: "Your Highness is naturally intelligent. Learning the Dragon Language will not be accomplished overnight. Please do not overwork your mind."
This time, Xuan Yi finally spoke up: "She already knows it all."
His voice was very calm, without even a change in tone.
But the old man in black robes was suddenly startled and immediately realized the meaning behind Xuan Yi's words.
"...Your Highness, you mean that little girl?"
"Um."
"So, Uncle Wu, don't try to persuade me anymore."
After the soft words were spoken, the room fell silent.
The old man, referred to as Uncle Wu, opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something, but looking at Xuan Yi's focused profile, he ultimately did not speak.
"Yes, Your Highness, this old servant understands."
As he spoke, his right hand instinctively reached out to make a calculation, but then he suddenly remembered the blood he had vomited at noon, so he had to let go, lower his head, and disappear into the darkness.
Xuan Yi was already used to the other party's appearances and disappearances, and continued to focus on the book in his hands.
He didn't want to compete with her.
However, they will be attending classes together for a long time to come.
His slightly drooping eyelashes trembled gently, and his fingertips turned another page, casting a faint shadow under his eyes.
……
The next morning, Shen Shuan looked at the system panel with confusion, noticing the notifications that had lasted until 2 a.m. the previous night.
Is Xuan Yi still awake at 2 AM?
"Hmm."
Shen Shuan shook her head. "Aren't they working way too hard?"
Just thinking about it gives me goosebumps. Damn it, she won't go to sleep until 2 a.m. tonight either.
[Ding, host, good morning.]
Shen Shuan shook her head, gazing at the sky with a slightly melancholic 45-degree angle. "Sigh, I know my charm is unmatched."
[Host, why are you suddenly like this?]
"Haha, that kid Xuan Yi couldn't sleep last night because he was thinking about me!"
Shen Shuan sighed and quickly got out of bed.
[No, host, aren't you being a little narcissistic?]
Unfortunately, no one paid attention to what the system said.
Shen Shu'an hummed a little tune as she went to find Nian Qiuhua and Shen Wuming for breakfast.
Hehe, of course she knows.
That kid, he must be having trouble sleeping because of her, right?!
"Hahahahahaha." Shen Shu'an burst into laughter inside.
Hehe, can't sleep, that's good.
At this age, how dare I sleep? How can I sleep soundly?!
Think about her, she meditates and practices qigong every night, and last night she didn't fall asleep until 12:30 in the morning.
So what Nian Qiuhua and Shen Wuming saw was a little dragon that was clearly in a good mood.
The little white dragon flew over happily and even performed an aerial spin.
Nian Qiuhua and Shen Wuming were puzzled, but they still clapped their hands in agreement.
After finishing breakfast, Shen Shuan excitedly rushed to the teaching cave.
Unfortunately, she did not see the scene she had envisioned.
The little black dragon, sitting on his futon, was completely black. No matter how closely you looked at him, you couldn't tell whether he had dark circles under his eyes or not.
Furthermore, he did not appear sleepy or lacking in energy.
Upon seeing her arrive, Xuan Yi even nodded to her.
"Aww."
"Good morning."
Shen Shuan then greeted Xuan Yi generously, smiling as she looked at him.
Oh dear, if she calculates her emotional value and the points rewarded for completing the Dragon Language quest, she'll have several hundred points again.
What should I buy next?
Is it "Basic Array Formation Mastery" or "Basic Shapeshifting Mastery"?
Ugh, this is so annoying.
"Hmph, hmph hmph~"
Hearing the singing that suddenly came from beside him, Xuan Yi quietly turned his head to look.
He looked at the increasingly plump and adorable little white dragon.
What's wrong with me? Why am I in such a good mood today?