Ouyang Che has been gone for two days. During these two days, Wushuang hasn’t had the energy for anything. Habits can be truly terrifying. Before, when he wasn’t around, she didn’t feel much about being alone. But after spending so much time together recently, when he left, she felt empty inside, as if something was missing. She’s become prone to daydreaming, looking somewhat absent-minded. Tao Hua, noticing her mood, plans to host a party at home. Actually, there are only a few people attending, all familiar faces. Lin Xinlan was invited by Tao Hua specifically to counsel her. While barbecuing in the backyard, she chatted with Wushuang. "Ouyang Che went back?" Lin Xinlan asked casually. Wushuang nodded, "Mm, he had some matters and returned to the island." "He’ll be back, right?" "...Maybe." Wushuang smiled faintly. That night, she hurt him deeply; perhaps he won’t come back. It’s just as well; it’s the outcome she wanted. Lin Xinlan noticed her gloomy expression and decided to be direct: "Wushuang, do you also like Ouyang Che?" Wushuang was stunned, she looked at her and didn’t reply. Lin Xinlan smiled, "I can tell you like him too. Tao Hua mentioned he really likes you. Since you both like each other, why not be together?" Wushuang lowered her gaze, obviously troubled. "Is it because of your illness?" she asked again. Wushuang shook her head, then nodded, "It’s part of the reason..." "What’s the other half of the reason?" "Xinlan, I know you care for me, and I know you all mean well. But some things, even if discussed, won’t change anything." Wushuang said softly. Lin Xinlan listened and didn’t press further. She smiled at her, "Wushuang, you’re very smart. I believe your considerations are sensible. But I still hope you’ll consider carefully, not to hurt both of your hearts." "Mm, I know, thank you." Wushuang smiled slightly. When Ouyang Che returned, Wushuang was in the lab conducting research. She had been researching for quite a while. Yet, her blood, hair, skin, bone marrow... all of it showed no issues. Her body was very healthy, even healthier than a normal person’s. Could such a body really die in five years? The Xuanyuan Family claimed it was a curse; she didn’t believe in curses existing in this world—such mysterious things seemed non-existent to her. Googlᴇ search novᴇlfire.net But if it weren’t a curse, how could she explain the fact that the Xuanyuan Family members never lived past twenty-seven? Frustrated, Wushuang let go of the research equipment, feeling a surge of abandonment. Forget about researching; if death comes, so be it. After all, no results ever come from the research! After sitting in despair for a moment, she tidied up the equipment and headed out. Upon opening the door, she saw Ouyang Che standing there. Suddenly seeing him, Wushuang froze, not knowing if she felt joy or melancholy. Ouyang Che looked at her deeply and said calmly, "I just got back." "Oh." Wushuang nodded slightly, "Is everything on the island okay?" Both of them tacitly avoided mentioning the event from that night. Wushuang smiled at him, "You’ve just returned, you must be tired. Go rest."