sbdcsierra Chapter 130 Expectation
Chapter 130 Expectation
In the early morning, as the first rays of sunlight pierce through the thin mist like fine threads.
As you gently brush across the ancient and mottled stone pavement, this small town, forgotten by time, seems to be given new life.
Daya slowly woke up in the morning light. Her eyes not only reflected the scenery outside the window, but also shone with an indescribable determination and expectation.
She gently nudged Xiaoyue, who was sleeping beside her, her voice soft yet carrying an undeniable strength.
"Xiaoyue, wake up. We should get going. We still need to find Shui'er and the others today."
Xiaoyue rubbed her eyes, her gaze still somewhat hazy.
But upon hearing Daya's words, he immediately nodded and sat up.
After a simple yet thorough wash, the two went to the inn's lobby together.
Mei Yanyan and Hong Pijing were already waiting there for a long time.
Their faces also bore the freshness of the morning and the determination to embark on a journey.
Looking at these two companions who had supported each other along the way, Da Ya felt a surge of warmth in her heart.
Along the way, the four of them have experienced countless trials and tribulations together.
The affection between us has long transcended words and become the most precious treasure in our lives.
"Yan Yan, Senior Hong," Daya said, her voice carrying a hint of solemnity.
"Xiaoyue and I have discussed it and decided to go look for the people from our Su Family Village today."
Are you planning to wait for us here, or come with us to search for them?
Upon hearing this, Mei Yanyan replied without hesitation, "Of course I'll be with you. Since we're in the same group, we should stand together through thick and thin."
Hong Pijing, on the other hand, remained calm, as if he had already made up his mind.
He smiled and said, "Da Ya, since we've chosen to work together, we won't give up easily. More people mean more strength."
Upon hearing this, Daya felt an indescribable surge of emotion.
She originally thought that Hong Pijing still had residual poison in his body and wanted him to stay and recuperate properly.
To my surprise, they both agreed so readily.
So the four of them quickly packed their bags and prepared to embark on a new journey.
Before setting off, they went to say goodbye to the official who was in charge of receiving them.
The guards of the Illusionary Spirit Palace led them through a winding corridor to the official's study.
The official in the study was sitting upright at his desk, carefully reviewing official documents, his brow furrowed, as if burdened with endless worries.
"Sir, we have some business to attend to and have come to report to you."
Daya stepped forward, her tone respectful yet firm.
The official looked up at them, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
Clearly, he hadn't expected these people to come and say goodbye so early.
But he quickly regained his composure and nodded with a smile.
"Since you have important matters to attend to, I will not try to keep you."
However, with frequent wars outside these days, you must be extra careful. Should I send some men to protect you?
Daya quickly shook her head: "Thank you for your concern, sir. We are just looking for some clues and would not dare to trouble you."
Upon hearing this, the official smiled and said, "Alright, if you encounter any difficulties, please feel free to come to me. I wish you a safe and smooth journey."
"Thank you, sir. We'll take our leave now."
After Da Ya finished speaking, the four of them left the study.
After leaving the official's residence, Daya and Xiaoyue exchanged a glance, their understanding unspoken.
They knew that their search for the people of Sujia Village was not only to complete a mission, but also to find their lost companions.
"We need to find the coded messages left by Shui'er and the others first," Xiaoyue suggested.
Daya nodded in agreement.
They all knew the importance of the code that Yun Dan had taught them.
These coded messages acted like a beacon, guiding them through the darkness.
"Then I'll take Yan Yan and head towards the East Gate, while Xiao Yue and Senior Hong will head towards the South Gate."
Regardless of the outcome, we will meet at the East Gate in an hour.
"Row."
So the four of them split into two groups. Daya and Mei Yanyan headed towards the east gate, carefully searching every corner.
They stopped from time to time to observe the trees on both sides of the road, the marks on the ground, and other subtle clues.
Xiaoyue and Hong Pijing headed towards the south gate, following a winding road.
Time flies like an arrow; an hour passed in the blink of an eye.
The sun had risen high in the sky, and its rays shone on them, bringing a touch of warmth.
But their faces all showed signs of fatigue and tension.
They knew that only by finding those coded messages could they locate Shui'er and the others.
Finally, an hour later, the two groups met at the East Gate.
Daya's face showed signs of fatigue, but her eyes shone with hope.
"Xiaoyue, how is it? Have you found anything?" Daya asked anxiously.
Her voice carried a hint of nervousness and anticipation.
Xiaoyue glanced at Hong Pijing, and they saw surprise and affirmation in each other's eyes.
She said excitedly, "We found it! We spotted a coded message dozens of miles to the south."
Although it's a bit blurry, I'm certain it was left behind by Shui'er and the others.
Upon hearing this, Da Ya felt a surge of excitement.
She held Xiaoyue's hand tightly, her eyes glistening with tears.
"Good that we found it. Let's go to a restaurant to grab something to eat first, and then set off immediately."
The four of them smiled at each other, their eyes filled with anticipation and confidence for the future.
They knew that as long as they united and worked together, they would definitely be able to find Shui'er and the others.
The four of them quickly finished their lunch at a bustling restaurant.
Although the table was laden with delicious-looking and fragrant dishes, their eagerness made the food taste like wax, utterly bland and tasteless.
After finishing their meal and settling the bill, Daya and Xiaoyue couldn't wait to embark on their journey towards the direction where the Su family village was located.
Walking side by side on the ancient and solid stone slab road of the City of Illusions.
Their steps were light and resolute, each step seemingly leading them toward their destination.
Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves of the roadside trees, casting dappled shadows that added a touch of tranquility and warmth to this tense yet hopeful journey.
"Sister Daya, do you think we can really find Shui'er and the others?"
Xiaoyue suddenly spoke, her voice carrying a barely perceptible tremor and uncertainty.
Although they had already found the code based on the clues.
But she had no idea how far away it would be before she truly reunited with Shui'er and the others.
Daya turned to look at Xiaoyue, her eyes shining with determination, as if she were encouraging Xiaoyue with her gaze.
"Xiaoyue, don't worry. Now that we've found the code, we're sure we can find them."
Moreover, since Shui'er and the others were able to leave behind a coded message, it means they are also waiting for us to find them. We will definitely be able to reunite.”
As Xiaoyue listened to Daya's words, her unease gradually subsided.
She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down.
Then he nodded: "Sister Daya is right, we will definitely find them."
"Trust that Shui'er and the others will be able to hide everyone well and wait for our arrival."
The four continued riding, the scenery along the way flashing by in their eyes.
At each intersection, they would stop and carefully examine their surroundings, afraid of missing any clues related to Shui'er and the others.
They knew that every detail could be the key to finding Shui'er and the others.
After walking for dozens of miles, Xiaoyue finally couldn't help but complain.
"They can walk so much! They left so few marks."
At this rate, when will we ever find them?
When Daya heard Xiaoyue say that, she gently nodded her head, her tone carrying a hint of reproach and affection.
"Why are you in such a hurry? Have you forgotten what Xiaoya said before?"
We can't leave any obvious marks, otherwise it wouldn't be good if someone noticed. They're just thinking about everyone's safety."
When Xiaoyue heard Daya's scolding, she stuck out her tongue and made a face.
She knew Da Ya was right, but her anxiety made her lose control.
"Sigh... I wonder where Xiaoya is now."
Xiaoyue suddenly sighed, her voice filled with longing and worry for Xiaoya.
"It's been three years already. I never imagined that we would all have grown up in such a short time."
If she comes back, will she recognize me? When she sees my white hair, she'll definitely give me a good scolding.
As she spoke, Xiaoyue unconsciously touched her graying hair, a hint of helplessness and self-mockery flashing in her eyes.
Daya silently watched Xiaoyue, unsure how to comfort her.
Because at this very moment, wasn't she also longing for that little girl who had also vanished without a trace?
Now, only she and her little girl, whose fate is unknown, remain in the Lin family, relying on each other for survival.
Whenever she thought of this, Da Ya felt as if a heavy boulder was pressing on her heart, making it hard for her to breathe.
Hong Pijing and Mei Yanyan, who had been quietly listening to the sisters recount their past, were also heavy-hearted and remained silent.
They were touched by the deep affection between Xiaoyue and Daya. Although they had never met Xiaoya, they were worried about her.