No, I Was Waiting For You

"They were more or less the same as the souls at the Wall Of Sorrows. However, I am certain that they looked even more miserable. It seems like his wrongdoings cannot be corrected at once even with his execution. Xijiu, I am sure you will be very occupied. Let me stay and help you." Qian Lingyu quickly offered.

Gu Xijiu shook her head. "There is no need. You need to finish your work in Tianju Hall. You should not spend too much time here, or else Gu Canmo is going to punish you."

"Xijiu, I can graduate from Tianju Hall at any time. Gu Canmo told me last year that I could leave."

Gu Xijiu was bewildered. "Did you stay to further your studies?"

Qian Lingyu paused to gather his courage. "No, I was waiting for you!"

Gu Xijiu almost tripped.

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