"I've already released my scent!"
Huai Xu sat on the upper bunk, her legs dangling and swaying unconsciously. Suddenly, she leaned down to look at Zhou Li, her long hair falling naturally. "How long do you think it'll be before someone comes looking for me?"
Zhou Li lay flat. "I don't know."
Huai Xu's face was exquisite. After taking Zhou Li's advice, her skin looked much more natural. Now, her eyes, sparkling as light from the floor reflected in them, were filled with anticipation as she gazed at Zhou Li. Zhou Li had to turn over to face the wall. She's an old monster, he reminded himself.
His heart immediately calmed.
"Three days?"
"Don't know."
"Five days?"
"...Remember to change back in the morning."
"Oh, are you asleep?"
"I'm asleep."
"Okay, okay... good night."
Huai Xu stretched out a hand, pointed into the air, and the room dimmed.
She turned over to lie down but couldn't fall asleep. She tossed and turned on the upper bunk, careful not to disturb Zhou Li.
