The expected pain did not arrive. With a splash, something blocked You Meng's attack. Was it the sound of water?
Bai Ruozhu opened her eyes to see a figure standing in front of her. It was still that deep, dark presence. His posture was upright, and even his silhouette exuded a chilling aura, as if her divine protector had descended before her, shielding her from all attacks.
Bai Ruozhu's heart skipped a beat. She was somewhat excited, yet found herself amusing. They had been together for so long, yet why did seeing his back still make her heart race? But how did he get here? And why was he alone, and what was with the water around him?
Bai Ruozhu's heart tightened. She felt something different about her Achun, though he remained him. His strength seemed to have grown significantly, but would this affect the merfolk curse on him?
