I'll also work hard to conquer the dungeon today.

Chapter 341 1.23 4 Paper Cutting
The moment the two stepped out, they heard a deep, resonant bell ringing in the distance.

'Dong~' 'Dong~' It sounded like a bronze bell being struck.

The sky darkened instantly, turning pitch black. Starlight filled the sky, and the blue full moon obscured half of the sky, emitting a soft glow.

Red lanterns, lit from afar, illuminated the streets section by section, like red shooting stars approaching from a distance, flashing overhead and shining brightly.

As if signaling the start of a lively atmosphere, the exquisite paper-cut figures under the red lanterns seem to be living people, going about their own activities.

A clapper snapped, and a paper figure dressed in black, carrying a white lantern, walked by, calling out, "Watch out for fire!"

The night market has begun.

Yu Yin subconsciously took a few steps toward Mu Yegui, who glanced at her but said nothing.

"What are your thoughts on making money?" Mu Yegui walked up to a stall selling tools, picked up a pair of black scissors with a red spider lily pattern, and asked casually.

"Set up a street stall, perform for money, or work for someone else?" Yu Yin thought carefully for a moment and then tentatively asked.

"It's a very orthodox way, and there are only these three options. So what's your choice?" Putting down the scissors, Mu Yegui walked forward, speaking as she went.

“I think I might have to go and sing for money…” Yu Yin hesitated for a moment before speaking softly.

Mu Yegui paused, then suddenly turned to look at Yu Yin, who remained silent. Her cool, silver eyes were calm and deep, like an ancient pool without a ripple, reflecting nothing.

"Oh, what's wrong?" Yu Yin answered subconsciously.

A small hand gently rested on Yu Yin's head and moved slightly. A soft, childlike voice, devoid of much emotion, reached her ears as she said, "Then good luck."

After saying that, she withdrew her hand and walked forward again.

"So... how do you plan to make money?" Yu Yin asked curiously.

Mu Yegui did not answer Yu Yin's question, but instead asked her name, "What's your name?"

“…My name is Yu Yin,” she said.

"Can I ask you for a favor?" Mu Yegui turned his head to look at the various stalls in the night market and slowly spoke.

"...What's wrong?" Yu Yin asked, startled.

"I haven't thought of anything yet, so could you please cheer me on for now?" Mu Yegui said softly, her misty gray curled eyelashes fluttering like butterfly wings, concealing her cool silver eyes.

With her back to Yu Yin, all that could be seen was her fluffy, soft, misty gray long curly hair, casually draped behind her head, swaying gently in the breeze.

The red lanterns of the night market cast a bright red glow on her light-colored long hair, making it appear as if it were on fire.

Yu Yin fell silent, her expression showing a hint of fear, completely unsure how to answer Mu Yegui.

"Didn't you say you'd come with me? Why won't you agree?" Mu Yegui turned his head and glanced at Yu Yin, his tone unusually tinged with confusion.

"...After all, I don't really know you...Wouldn't it be a bad idea to agree so rashly...Besides, what if...if I don't earn much money...wouldn't that be dragging you down..." Yu Yin said hesitantly, clutching her skirt.

If that's the case, then it shouldn't matter.

Among that group of people, Mu Yegui seemed the most approachable and friendly, which was why she wanted to follow her. Suddenly arriving here made her very uneasy, and she didn't know what to do. She was terrified…

Compared to the dungeon, these so-called teammates are even more terrifying. Even though I didn't see them show any ill intent, their eyes, which looked at me like I was buying merchandise, made me not want to experience it a second time.

Yu Yin didn't know if what she said was right or wrong, but she had no choice. She wanted to live, but she didn't know how to survive.

Yu Yin waited for Mu Yegui's reply. Although only a few seconds had passed, it felt like an eternity.

"Is that so..." came a soft, childlike voice that lacked any emotion.

Before Yu Yin could think further, Mu Yegui said again, "Yu Yin is a good girl, but I initially thought you would agree to my request. Your attempt to slack off failed... Well then, good luck. I'm going to sleep now, I'm a little sleepy. Goodnight."

Yu Yin tried to call out to Mu Yegui, but couldn't utter a word.

He clearly wanted to follow her, but...

Was she wrong?
Just as Yu Yin hesitated, the person in front of her disappeared without her noticing.

A familiar, soft, sweet voice drifted from afar, "You said you'd follow me, and I agreed. It was my fault for leaving without permission. So, if you're in any danger, you can call my name, and I'll come to your rescue. My name is Mu Yegui."

Yu Yin turned her head and saw the girl sitting on the roof, looking down at her. Her long, gray, curly hair fluttered gently in the breeze, and her delicate and beautiful face remained expressionless as always, yet it gave people an indescribable sense of security.

That doll-like exquisite face was empty and lifeless; its beauty was unreal, yet unforgettable at first glance.

the other side.

Lan Xiao walked through the bustling night market, but the noise around her seemed completely out of place with her quiet demeanor.

Suddenly, she seemed to sense something, and quickened her pace. As she passed a dark alley, she changed her steps and went inside. Then she turned around abruptly and looked at the person who had been following her.

The boy, wearing a gray cloak, looked at Lan Xiao with a light laugh. His blue-gray eyes held a hint of curiosity and probing. Although he wore a friendly smile, the smile did not reach his eyes.

"Is...is something wrong?" Lan Xiao trembled with fear, taking several steps back, her voice shaking as she spoke.

"Yes, I needed to talk to you, so I've been following you around," Bertias nodded and said truthfully.

"W-what's wrong... Don't look for me... I don't know anything... I can't do anything... Don't come near me..." Lan Xiao shrank back in fear, her eyes red, but she kicked something and fell heavily to the ground.

She cowered, and even as she fell to the ground, she didn't forget to move back a little, as if the person in front of her was a venomous snake or a ferocious beast.

“I said…” Bertias was a little embarrassed and chuckled dryly, “Don’t be so afraid of me, I haven’t said anything yet.”

"No! I won't listen! Don't say anything! I don't know anything!!" Lan Xiao kicked her feet, covered her head with her hands, and acted as if she wouldn't listen to anything.

Bertias: "..." This person is so annoying.

Despite thinking this, he patiently said softly, "I came to see you about making money. You should already have your own ideas, right?"

Upon hearing this, Lan Xiao suddenly calmed down.

She kept her hands behind her head, her head bowed so her true emotions couldn't be seen, but her voice was calmer than usual as she said, "So what if I do?"

(End of this chapter)