Chapter 1815: Chapter 1813: Remember When We Were Young

Sima Xiao Wen was only surprised for a moment because, according to the initial plan, Chu Chengfeng was not supposed to go to the airport. It was unclear why he decided to come.

However, having him lead the group made things more reassuring.

The journey was silent, and they quickly arrived at the airport.

They waited for about twenty minutes, and the plane from Beyond the Ocean finally landed.

Elder San Ye and Elder Sima were so emotional that tears seemed to well up in their eyes, although they managed to hold back.

Even though these old friends occasionally had disagreements, fights, and differences when they were together, they had been apart for so many years. Some of those who had once fought alongside them had already passed away, and now only two elders had returned.

But from now on, they would be a family.

They would never let past tragedies reoccur.

Sima Xiao Wen had known all along that Xino was among those coming, but she was still momentarily stunned upon seeing him.

The elders, who hadn’t seen each other for years, embraced, seemingly with tears of joy. However, they kept their heads lowered, making it hard to discern their expressions.

At this moment, a tall and thin figure walked toward her, arms open, with a beaming smile. Despite having handsome, well-defined foreign features, his Mandarin was impeccably standard as he spoke, "...Beautiful Xiao Wen, it’s truly a destined encounter across a thousand leagues. I never imagined we’d be from the same clan."

Sima Xiao Wen smiled slightly, "I didn’t think so either."

However, she still shared a brief hug with Xino, knowing it to be a customary gesture.

Yet suddenly, she felt an intense heat at her back.

She didn’t mind, slowly releasing her hold. Xino looked at her with smiling eyes.

His smile was sunny and handsome.

However, Sima Xiao Wen glanced aside, realizing it had been Chu Chengfeng’s gaze earlier. His face was calm, yet there seemed to be malevolent energy rising in his eyes.

She smirked sarcastically, not understanding why he came along, with such a look, as if catching someone in the act.

Shameless, does he deserve it? Is he qualified?

Sima Xiao Wen disdainfully looked away, though she didn’t have a favorable impression of Xino either, given his past inappropriate intentions toward Gu Qiaoqiao.

But so much time had passed, and now they were of the same clan. Sima Xiao Wen couldn’t bring up past issues and could only smile, "Yes, I didn’t imagine you were from the Phoenix Clan."

"Yes, yes, I never would’ve guessed you’re from the Phoenix Clan either. But I always thought you had an extraordinary presence, standing out distinctively. I thought you surely weren’t ordinary..."

Sima Xiao Wen hadn’t expected Xino to say such a long string of words so quickly and fluently, and she amusingly shook her head.

After some small talk among the others, a simple introduction commenced, then they headed to the Peony Garden by car.

The Peony Garden was now where the four elders of the Phoenix Clan resided.

Though it was winter and the surrounding scenery appeared desolate, the sunshine today was just right, and the sky was so blue it seemed washed by water, enhancing the elegance of the environment.

Xino had both a company and a house in the Imperial Capital.

But they first went to the Peony Garden, where two elders and others stayed, as they couldn’t all be out together. The meeting prompted an array of emotions and exchanges.

Twelve people came back this time.

Xino returned with his grandfather.

Two other families also came back, belonging to Elder Wu Ran and Elder Lan Cheng.

Strictly speaking, it was three families.

They were all elderly, as some younger ones stayed in the Foreign Lands.

Those who returned were aged, adhering to the belief of returning to one’s roots. After all, this was their native land.

If they were to pass away, they wished to be buried where they were born.

Subsequent affairs had nothing to do with Sima Xiao Wen. She was, after all, a junior, and with many elders around, and Chu Chengfeng, the shrewd Phoenix Clan Leader, managing everything perfectly.

It had been a long time since Sima Xiaowen last saw Liu Ling, and this time, she seemed somewhat off, with an inexplicable smirk of schadenfreude in her eyes. Sima Xiao Wen didn’t understand why she was gloating but didn’t bother pondering over it.

Meanwhile, Xino kept talking to her.

Sima Xiao Wen patiently responded.

At this moment, Chu Chengfeng, after arranging everything, held back from showing his unusual state to others and quickly left the Peony Garden under the pretense of an excuse.

His heart was about to leap out of his chest, his forehead bulging, as if something was tearing at his body.

He knew why.

Because at the airport, that young and handsome Xino had hugged Sima Xiao Wen.

He had been forcibly holding it in; something was amiss right after leaving the airport. But as the clan leader, if something went wrong now, it would be a blow to the joyous Phoenix Clan members who had just flown back.

He couldn’t let them see his vulnerable side.

Fortunately, many things had been arranged in advance. Elder Sima and Elder San Ye were his most reliable aides, and today wasn’t the right time for a grand reception.

After a long journey, everyone was tired, coupled with the emotional rise and subsequent tension; what was needed was proper rest, setting the welcoming feast for three days later. Then, the Phoenix Clan people followed Xino back to their residences.

With those who stayed discussing fervently together, his departure wasn’t an issue.

In his rush to leave, Liu Ling sensed something was off, unaware of where Chu Chengfeng was driving off to.

She called Chu Chengfeng, but after a long wait, no one answered. Determined, she kept calling, only to finally hear the hurried beeping sound she recognized—either the phone ran out of battery or was turned off.

Liu Ling was more inclined to believe Chu Chengfeng had turned off his phone.

Standing at the Peony Garden entrance, she stomped her foot fiercely in frustration but could do nothing. Soon after, Sima Xiao Wen emerged, gave her a casual glance, and without exchanging words—as there were no outsiders around, even basic decorum wasn’t required—Sima Xiao Wen drove off, leaving the Peony Garden.

Liu Ling watched the car leave, a sinister smile emerging on her lips.

Smug, aren’t you? Think you’re so great, Sima Xiao Wen, with your enterprise now? I’ll make sure you can’t keep it running!

By now, it was already evening.

The sun had fallen behind the mountains, deepening the twilight. Neon lights flickered on, painting the night scene of the city more vibrant and beautiful than the day. But Liu Ling was in no mood to watch, leaving with bleak and sinister eyes.

Meanwhile, Chu Chengfeng had already driven out of the Imperial Capital, heading toward an endless wilderness.

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