The fifth night, a summer illuminated by fireflies

However, her voice sounds soft and sweet, truly making one feel a delightful shiver down their spine

With Huang Mingxi's decisive personality, I can forget about getting my hands on the magical worm shell

Huang Mingxi blinked and looked at the handbag, his expression of confusion suggesting that the handbag was not one he had brought.

Oh my! This is wonderful! I joyfully jumped up while holding Huang Mingxi's hand

In order to catch fireflies, I returned home early today; Huang Mingxi and Ji Youran have not yet returned.

It is a pity that Emperor Mingxi does not even glance at it.

Who would have thought that with a simple flick of his arm, he broke free from my grasp and said nonchalantly, "Your little strength can't hurt me."

Huang Mingxi suddenly grasped my hand tightly, his excitement reminiscent of Columbus discovering a new continent. He exaggeratedly trembled his hands and said, "You must be an angel sent by heaven! You are the most extraordinary descendant I have ever encountered!"

From a distance, one might think that a grand ball is being held here—yellowish lights illuminate the forest, and countless fireflies, like stars, flit about in groups, dancing in the wind like the skirts of fairies

Faced with my classmates who were getting excited again, I shrank my neck and truly did not know what to say

Huang Mingxi's expression was calm, appearing not to be lying

Huang Mingxi swiftly dodged to the side and frowned, saying: "You are not yet a true bloodline descendant; you do not possess the ability to control the power of the insect spiral."

It is probably because my previous words had some effect that the classmates' attitude towards Liuli is gradually changing

It swiftly flew away in the direction of the path, and I made a backward squat start and chased after it.

I was taken aback; although my mind had not yet grasped what was happening, my hand had already instinctively released its grip.

I encouragedly looked at Liu Li, hoping she could say something about "letting go of past grievances"

It is uncertain how long we have been walking, but the mist on the road gradually dissipates, and the dim sky begins to reveal itself.

It is unknown who suddenly exclaimed: "So it turns out to be the steward of His Excellency the Emperor! How disrespectful!"

My mother once said that every life has its extraordinary aspects. Does this also imply that there are distinctions between good and bad bloodlines? Although the driver of Huang Mingxi is somewhat noisy, he is indeed an interesting bloodline, and his service to Huang Mingxi, as a human, suggests that he is a good bloodline. On the other hand, the two strange bloodlines that attacked me, although I no longer remember their appearances, left a very clear impression on me, often haunting my mind in the midnight hours, causing me great fear—they must be the bad bloodlines.

I took a deep breath, quickly removed my shoes, and jumped barefoot into the stream

I do not know where she got such strength; I lost my balance and had to retreat several steps, almost hitting my head on the podium.

How amazing? Curiously, I held the conch shell next to my ear, and apart from the usual "whooshing" sound, I did not hear anything else. Moreover, my mother once taught me that this sound, often mistaken for the sound of the sea, is merely the sound produced by air flowing inside the conch shell, a natural phenomenon.

The fireflies seemed quite curious about me, an unexpected guest, and even flew around me a few times. When I reached out my hand to greet them, the timid fireflies immediately flapped their wings and flew away

I stood in the stream and shivered, acclimating to the cold temperature of the water for a while, and then I joyfully began to run in the creek.

A wave of tension and unease penetrated my mind, instantly putting me on high alert. The other hand, which had not been caught, swiftly seized the "thing" that was gripping me.

I was looking forward to the refreshing sensation of the cool stream washing over my body when suddenly, something grabbed my arm forcefully, abruptly halting my downward motion

I couldn't help but shake my arm, while the fearless fireflies merely startled, raising their wings and fluttering a few times, showing no intention of leaving at all

During this period, I have been busy applying for venues at the school and preparing related props, which has often required me to run around the school. Even when I return home, I have to prepare small decorations and have my meals brought up to the attic. As for Huang Mingxi, his work is scheduled for the night of the summer night festival, and since he usually has nothing to do, he has disappeared into some corner for peace and quiet. Therefore, Huang Mingxi and I have not had a proper conversation for a long time.

Huang Mingxi's beautiful face appeared exceptionally serene, with his eyes gently closed and long eyelashes fluttering like small fans.

The firefly spheres, adorned with tips of grass on the branches, began to sway and gradually converged into a long band of fireflies amidst the music

"Aren't you going to catch fireflies?" Huang Mingxi said with dissatisfaction, "These are all bags made for holding fireflies, specially crafted by Liu Li. The fireflies can survive for two days inside the bags, ensuring they won't starve or suffocate."

Only a single firefly remained motionless, cautiously gazing up at me. Its wings, thinner than cicada wings, slowly folded in. It carefully crawled on my fingertips with its soft little feet for a while, its plump belly occasionally glowing with yellow light, then extinguishing.

Hmph! You are an even "weaker" pure human than I am

How did the fog come about

However, I always feel that my classmates have misunderstandings about Liuli, so I explained: "Perhaps everyone has misunderstood each other with Liuli. Although she has a sharp tongue, she is a very serious and responsible person. If everyone is willing to get along with her well, I believe that the previous grievances will dissipate."

This is precisely your most precious aspect!" Huang Mingxi exclaimed excitedly, "You are the only human to date who did not immediately transform into a bloodline after the Descendant Ceremony!

I have a face that is quite suitable for causing harm It is neither familial nor friendly, and there is no reason for conflict As for who I am, it is better not to say, to avoid unnecessary trouble

"No!" I innocently shook my head, desperately speaking well of Liu Li, trying to help the seemingly on the verge of collapse Mo Li regain her composure, "She is really here to help us!"

Due to the excessive amplitude of the movement, the fireflies that were originally surrounding me were startled and quickly dispersed, resembling an explosion of fireworks.

Oh? What is he doing with a bag?

I sensed that Jasmine suddenly became tense, as she was now holding her breath.

The other fireflies, seeing their companion safe and sound, also curiously gathered around.

One by one, transparent "firefly balls" rose by the stream, soon filling the branches and the tips of the grass.

Liuli was completely indifferent to the chaos in the classroom; as soon as she saw Huang Mingxi, she unceremoniously pushed me aside and rushed straight towards him

The fireflies no longer circled around me from a distance; they hesitantly approached me, and a few bolder ones even landed on my fingertips

Who knew that the classmates actually nodded in unison.

Unknowingly, the tense feeling I had just now seems to have vanished, and my taut body is gradually relaxing. The familiar scent of roses strangely soothes my restlessness, much like a hand gently stroking a cat's fur.

The classmates stood against the wall like paper people, looking pitiful and trembling.

"Ouch!" The muffled groan from beside me sounded very familiar.

Alas! Poor fans all over the world.

What do you want to do?!" Emperor Mingxi, who had just let go of his guard, immediately became alert again, and he questioned with an unstable breath.

What on earth is wrong with me!

Did you not see how she treated Jasmine? A girl clutched her chest, her face full of panic.

Fortunately, I was attacked by the Bloodline.

Liu Li raised her hand with satisfaction and waved it. Immediately, the classmates stopped all their actions like machines receiving commands.

Several dark lines suddenly appeared on my forehead

I looked at him in astonishment.

A male student said with great distress, "That witch! Every discussion she tears us apart... No, it's worse! She shows no respect for authority! She even said my glasses are worse than beer bottle glass. What is beer anyway? I had to look it up on the internet and found out it's a cheap alcoholic drink for commoners! She also said I look more ridiculous than a four-eyed toad. I had to look that up too and found out it's a lowly amphibian that can't even compare to me! But when I switched to contact lenses, she said they could cause retinal detachment and even catch fire if I'm not careful. And then my lenses immediately caught fire as soon as she finished speaking! Luckily, they fell off before they burned my eyes and blinded me. She's a demon! A demon!"

"You are also the only bloodline who has no reaction to the insect spiral!" The boy's cheeks flushed with excitement as he took a deep breath, "Only those of the bloodline can use the insect spiral. The fact that you are not affected by it and cannot use it only indicates one thing: fundamentally, you are still a human!"

Ah! I finally realized, "Is your hand alright?"

Seeing me staring at his face without moving, the originally stern Huang Mingxi furrowed his brows uncomfortably, signaling me to keep my distance: "What are you daydreaming about! Don't get so close to me, it's suffocating!"

I lifted my head and saw the delicate pink lips, the high-bridged nose, and the gaze as deep as dark jade.

I followed closely behind Emperor Mingxi from a distance

The stream is very clear and also quite shallow, allowing me to see the little fish sleeping at the bottom.

It just occurred to me that while I was preoccupied with coming to find fireflies, I did not bring any tools to catch them

Before me is still the elegantly contoured chin

Although my extraordinary reflex arc could certainly save me in times of danger, I decided within a second that it would be better to simply lie down in the stream and soak for a while—after all, I had just exerted myself too much and was drenched in sweat

The sound of "huā huā" certainly does not resemble the voice of anyone speaking, does it

What is Huang Mingxi doing

Time gradually passed in this harmonious atmosphere. Shortly after the start of the new school term, the scorching summer finally began to migrate to other places, and the weather gradually became cooler

The boy's face revealed a look of surprise; he was momentarily speechless, staring blankly. Suddenly, he exclaimed with excitement: "Heavens! You are actually unaffected by the worm snails? You still retain a human heart?"

Ah? I looked at Huang Mingxi in confusion

It was only after the tote bag was emptied that I came to my senses

At the tail end of this summer, the summer night festival of Rose Academy is about to commence

I looked speechlessly at the "senior sisters" and "senior brothers" in the classroom as they fled in panic.

The "firefly reeds" on both sides of the brook and the reflections in the water complement each other, making the brook appear as if it is adorned with a skirt made of stars, breathtakingly beautiful

Faced with a scene resembling a fairyland, I felt a surge of playfulness

Another girl could no longer contain herself and opened her mouth: "Do you remember that cold winter day when I quietly hid in the woods, gazing at the handsome figure of His Majesty... Suddenly! That person descended from the sky! Yes! It was Ji Liuli! She is undeniably cuter than any doll in the world, yet why does she possess a heart more venomous than a viper? She actually forbade me from seeing His Majesty! She mocked me for my low status, my humble origins, and my poor taste. She! She is undeniably cuter than any doll in the world, yet why does she possess a heart more venomous than a viper? She actually forbade me from seeing His Majesty! She mocked me for my low status, my humble origins, and my poor taste. She! She even said that wearing the school uniform made me look as ridiculous as a lantern! She also said I would surely be punished by the wise bird! And immediately, a foolish bird defecated on me! She must be an evil sorceress!"

Huang Mingxi picked up a firefly ball from the reeds, rubbing it in his hands while looking at me with an inscrutable expression: "I am not the same as those ordinary bloodlines."

The stream is not wide; I can easily jump over it with a light leap

At this moment, Huang Mingxi is the most authentic version of himself

I stood on the podium, tongue-tied, compelled to accept the fervent adoration of my classmates

Huang Mingxi stretched her neck and leaned closer, asking nervously: "Did you hear that?"

After this farce, I inexplicably became the new favorite in the class. My classmates treated me with great courtesy and were quite cooperative in preparing for the summer night festival

Centered around her and Huang Mingxi, classmates within a radius of 5 meters, regardless of gender, were wailing and fleeing in all directions

I held my breath and stared wide-eyed as the firefly crawled onto the back of my hand, being careful not to startle it

Meanwhile, I also noticed that Huang Mingxi's ears were subtly flushed red at the tips.

I scratched my head, did Liuli hurt me? I suppose not, so I shook my head.

"I am not yet a bloodline..." I instinctively retorted

The classroom was suddenly enveloped in a deathly silence, as if even the air had ceased to circulate.

The air, infused with the scents of fresh grass and earth, penetrates deep into my lungs with each breath, bringing me a sense of tranquility. I walk lightly along the uneven mountain path, as my senses have transformed; I can clearly see the scenery around me.

I silently wiped my sweat, awkwardly forcing a smile: "Hehehe..."

Therefore, I quietly took a breath, trying to ignore the sensation in my hand.

Otherwise, I will surely regret missing the expression of His Majesty Huang Mingxi at this moment

Just as I finally managed to pinch a corner of the bag, a strange thing happened

How nostalgic it is

Since there are distinctions between good and bad bloodlines, what then is the nature of the treasure, the insect shell, as a bloodline artifact? Is it good or bad?

Looking at his proud appearance, it seems as if everything that just happened was all thanks to him...

For me, none of these are matters worth engraving in my heart

Huang Mingxi absentmindedly played with a firefly ball. It seemed that he and Tu Shu were thinking about something. After a moment, he took out a seashell covered with purple light from behind, as if he had made a decision. He sighed slightly and explained, "The reason why I didn't let you touch it is because it has a fatal attraction to the bloodline. Don't think it's just a tool without consciousness. Most bloodlines can't control it. Instead, they will be influenced by it, and even lose their self-awareness and become the servant of the snail. However, the snail only affects the bloodline. You haven't become a real bloodline yet, so you shouldn't be affected too much."

Next, the students complained to me one after another, as if they had seen a savior, about the "unacceptable" things that Liuli had done in the past, which were nothing more than verbal attacks and unexpected incidents.

The backyard of Rose Castle is a large lawn, with nothing but pet cages and pets. Outside the iron gate is a muddy road, with grass growing on both sides. Fortunately, it has been sunny for the past half month, and the muddy road has been dried white, making it hard and firm to step on, which gives it a rural path atmosphere.

What?

Ha...ah?My laughter hadn't stopped yet, but halfway through it changed into a tone-raising interjection.

The sweet fragrance of roses lingered at the tip of my nose, and I could not help but take a deep breath. Instantly, I felt as if my entire being was immersed in the delightful aroma, bringing a sense of comfort and ease throughout my body

Liu Li turned around with an imposing manner, and his gaze swept around the classroom.

Because of my mischief, the fireflies by the stream fluttered their wings and flew up. They were not at all panicked, but curiously approached, seemingly wanting to figure out who had disturbed their peaceful gathering.

My goodness, how could Jasmine look like this? Could it be that she is so furious that she wants to give Liuli a good beating?

Hahaha! With one hand holding my removed shoes and the other stirring the cool stream water, I occasionally playfully splashed water into the reeds.

The fireflies that did not enter the bag danced gracefully around the "firefly ball"

I could not help but slow my pace and walk slowly

Truly deserving of a Doctor's degree, indeed!

At school, Huang Mingxi often appears serious and unsmiling, yet he always provides assistance when I need it, and he playfully engages in little antics. He enjoys an extraordinary popularity among his classmates, but their admiration for him seems blind and peculiar, often giving me a sense of dissonance. Although Huang Mingxi is quite charming at school, I still prefer the Huang Mingxi at home.

However, there is no wall in the world that is completely impenetrable

Fortunately, I am not a normal human being now

Because of my disturbance, the clusters of fireflies, like mist emitting a faint glow, suddenly fluttered up with my movements and then scattered in panic.

I stared in astonishment as I released my palm that was holding the ball, and the fireflies busily fluttered their wings, causing the small ball to immediately sway and float up

I began to frantically examine Huang Mingxi's hands

At this moment, this forest, along with the Emperor Mingxi surrounded by fireflies, is astonishingly beautiful

The students immediately collapsed onto the ground like athletes who had just run tens of thousands of meters, with many of them gasping for breath.

Due to the fact that Huang Mingxi's seat is in the center of the classroom, there is no third person in the area with a diameter of 10 meters in the middle of the classroom

Huang Mingxi became increasingly uncomfortable under my gaze, and finally, with a glare, she scolded me with flushed cheeks, "How can a lady keep staring at others?"

However, when fireflies crawl, the friction against the skin can cause a slight itching sensation

"Have you never been hurt by her?" the classmates asked curiously

At this moment, he is solemn, dignified, sacred, and beautiful

I left a note for Huang Mingxi, pressing it down with a cup on the dining table. I plan to first go to the destination to survey the terrain.

The fireflies in the reeds began to come alive, hovering by the stream, as if filled with curiosity about me, this uninvited guest, wanting to approach yet hesitant to do so

Several fireflies accidentally flew into the bag, and the originally flat small bag in my hand immediately began to expand, transforming into a round ball within two seconds

... ...

It seems that everyone will have a pleasant few days ahead, as I will come back to help again!" After saying this, Liuli skipped away.

Continue along the cobblestone path from the Rose Castle to the back garden, and you will come across an inconspicuous wrought-iron gate adorned with carvings

Huang Mingxi ignored me; he seemed to have pulled out a conch-like object from somewhere and began to blow gently into it.

I should clearly admire him or grow to like him more, yet a terrifying urge for destruction suddenly surged within me

Therefore, I am still very glad that I did not mention it in advance

A minute later, I disappointedly returned the bug snail to him: "I didn't hear anything at all..."

I feel as if I am traversing a fairy tale kingdom, with countless starlights scattered around me. They resemble mischievous sprites, sometimes dancing gracefully around me, and at other times frolicking away, leaving behind a dreamlike arc of light

This display of arrogance has caused me to frown

Alright, I admit that Huang Mingxi plays the "conch" beautifully, but could you first explain what the previous actions meant

Was that muffled groan I just heard a figment of my imagination

I carefully grasped a bag, and although my fingers felt a smooth texture, the outline of the bag was almost invisible. It was completely transparent, like a soap bubble

No longer retreating at all costs, but rather attempting to greet Liuli.

However... I gazed deeply at Jasmine, and she immediately widened her eyes, eagerly perking up her ears to listen to what I would say next. Faced with her hopeful gaze, I said with a heavy heart, "Unity and mutual assistance are the traditional virtues of our country"

Could it really be him who did it? Could it be related to the sound of the "conch"?

I curiously touched my own face

I could only touch my nose and asked in as gentle a tone as possible: "What are you doing with this thing?"

So cute

The rhythmic and modulated sound emanated from that strange "conch shell", its ethereal tones resembling the wind singing, filled with a sense of joy

What is there to be excited about? Didn't you already know?

It is unclear what material it is, but it feels smooth to the touch, appears very thin, yet does not wrinkle at all

Fortunately? The boy wearing glasses excitedly grabbed the thick English dictionary and assumed a defensive posture, his exaggerated movement startled me, and I thought he might throw the dictionary at me as a weapon

Suddenly, a playful stream of fluorescent yellow light darted past me.

It seems that he was truly startled by my actions just now

After a while, he suddenly realized and said, "It's all because of you!"

I gaze upward at the sky, where a few sparse stars are dotted across the deep blue expanse, and the round moon hangs in midair, illuminating the path ahead of me

What are you waiting for! I pulled Huang Mingxi back.

Although I am a human who is turning into a blood descendant, I am still a human for now!

I really didn't mean to, but considering my classmates' reactions, if I had told everyone earlier, Liuli would have inevitably been pranked, right?

More and more fireflies landed on my fingertips and arms, the itchy feeling made me increasingly unable to bear it.

It seems that I accidentally used a lot of strength just now, and Huang Mingxi appears to have been hurt; I am not sure if he is injured.

What kind of person are you exactly! Why is Ji Liuli afraid to do anything to you? Even His Majesty looks at you with different eyes?My classmates don't believe it at all, and because I keep trying to "clear the name" for Liuli, I gradually become more and more aggressive.

I couldn't help feeling a little puzzledーー observing everyone's reactions, it seems not so much like wanting to "avenge" Luli, but more like hoping to never see Luli again in my life, fearing to avoid her at all costs.

I stood on the attic and gazed into the sunset that was about to fall below the horizon. I decided to catch fireflies in the mountain stream behind the castle tonight.

A series of transparent little bags float lightly in the air, spinning and falling. If you don't look carefully, you won't even notice the existence of these bags.

The melodious music floats in the depths of the forest, and the firefly balls sway up, down, left, and right with the cheerful melody, as if echoing the rhythm of Emperor Mingxi.

As soon as I thought of this being a girl older than me, I couldn't help but get goosebumps all over.

So I don't have to worry about absorbing other people's life energy in the future! I can continue to live and jump around in the sunshine, make many, many friends, and return to my parents' side to be the most ordinary girl!

I haven't had time to appreciate such beautiful scenery. The pebbles under my feet, which have been moving restlessly, seem to no longer tolerate my "teasing" of fireflies. They roll impatiently, and as a result, I slip and fall backward.

... ...

It is still uncertain," Huang Mingxi said excitedly, "but this possibility cannot be ruled out!

The Emperor Mingxi took a step back and shouted as if he were going all out: "If you dare to attack me, you will be doomed!"

When I finally found my balance and stood up straight, Liuli was already standing in front of Huang Mingxi like a puppy who had found its owner, eagerly waiting for his attention.

We will prepare well for the summer night festival! That 'division of labor' should not be deliberated any longer! Let's just follow the instructions in the booklet! We do not need her help at all!'' Jasmine exerted all her strength to shake off my hand, and then she grabbed my collar and shook me vigorously, ''Hurry up and send her back! Darling!''

After a while of frolicking with the firefly ball, the fireflies unconsciously moved closer to Huang Mingxi. Just when I thought Huang Mingxi would be engulfed in the dim yellow glow, the firefly ball ceased its advance and all the fireflies came to a halt in mid-air

Huang Mingxi pretended to be serious as she picked up the bug shell and gently blew into it, producing a melodious "woo woo" sound that floated through the forest shrouded in night. The enchanting melody was different from the earlier tune of the fireflies diving into their bags; it sounded like a mother's call, urging the children playing outside to return home early

The originally wide road suddenly became filled with towering black shadows on both sides. The surroundings fell into complete silence, and I could only hear the sound of my own footsteps.

It seems that this girl named Luli is not as indifferent as she usually appears, at least she cares about fireflies, doesn't she?

"Supervisor?" Jasmine's voice rose several decibels, sounding like a broken horn, piercing my eardrums and causing a dull pain. "Why didn't you say so earlier!"

Alright, your expression is very cute, it can completely melt my grievances

I am not a "fangirl"!

After listening to the boy's red-faced and indignant complaint, I sympathetically responded with a sigh: "You are truly unfortunate..."

Liuli, however, was completely unconcerned; the joy in her eyes was almost overflowing.

This situation, which feels like facing a formidable enemy, is truly amusing, isn't it

I stared in astonishment as Huang Mingxi continuously threw the bag in all directions

Thus, the places I have walked always rise in waves of light, as spectacular as the surging tides.

I turned back to look at the Rose Castle behind me and found that a thick white mist had already obscured my view

It was only then that I realized I was on a path through the woods

What is this guy doing? Is he not here to help me?

This small object, covered in purple light, appears diminutive, yet it is surprisingly heavy when picked up, feeling icy cold in the hand

When Liuli appeared boldly and openly at the entrance of our classroom, my first reaction was to stand fearlessly in front of the Liuli, whose height only reached my chest, and to watch every movement of my classmates in the classroom with great vigilance

Speaking of which, it has been a long time since I last saw Huang Mingxi in casual clothes; at first glance, it feels as if a lifetime has passed.

I perked up my ears and listened carefully once more, and indeed there were none of the sounds that Huang Mingxi had mentioned, so I had no choice but to honestly shake my head and say, "No."

Just as I was feeling deeply moved, someone tugged at my skirt

sacred, noble, and awe-inspiring

That is to say! The boy received my sympathy, and his mood instantly improved

Jasmine stood there with her mouth agape for a moment, then hysterically pointed at my nose and shouted: "You are accomplices, aren't you! You must be in cahoots! You definitely are!"

On both sides of the road stand deciduous trees whose names I cannot recall, and those tall dark silhouettes must be the trees beside the road

Wow! That's amazing! I excitedly rushed over, saying, "Quick, show me!"

The students immediately began to raise their heads desperately

With this, can I also command the fireflies

It is precisely because I am a human about to become a bloodline that I can clearly see the face of the Emperor Mingxi amidst a haze of dim, glowing light

"Hey! Why aren't you coming to thank me yet!" Just as I was lost in the beauty of the enchanting scenery and the lovely lady, the music suddenly stopped. Huang Mingxi put away the "conch" and pulled me back to reality.

This girl is truly unreliable If I don't find the fireflies in time won't I have to rack my brains tomorrow

The matter of fireflies behind the Rose Castle was told to me by Liu Li. She said it was recorded a long time ago, and she is not sure if it still exists now

The mottled rust spreads across it, revealing the vicissitudes of time

I truly want to remind you all: the little butler mentioned by Huang Mingxi is actually just a little follower! His real butler is your class instructor! Classmates! ... Furthermore, for the esteemed classmates, I am merely a commoner from the grassroots level, completely unrelated to the young lady and such

Tsk tsk, you still haven't made any progress, "Captain of the Royal Guard"? "Liuli sarcastically mocked, "You get hysterical at the slightest provocation, worse than the lowest of humans! With such behavior, you still wish to follow the noble Emperor, don't you feel ashamed?

I have never felt as grateful as I do at this moment

I looked at Huang Mingxi, who was inexplicably holding my hands tightly. ... This guy has always adhered to the principle of "no physical contact between men and women"; it is the first time I have seen such a disordered reaction from him ...

No wonder Ji Liuli is so polite to her, I am almost in awe of her

The sensation was akin to an electric shock, urging me to lift my feet repeatedly, and then I forcefully stepped into the clear stream, splashing bright yellow droplets of water.

The firefly does not fly very fast; along the way, it flits about indecisively, flying this way and that, and even takes a moment to rest on the closed flower buds by the roadside

Wuwuwu—

Liuli gradually transformed from being covered in thorns to becoming someone who loves to smile

Huang Mingxi continued to read without raising his head, coldly replying with an "Oh".

I licked my seemingly dry lips, reminiscent of the saying "there's no silver here worth three hundred taels," and withdrew my gaze

He wore a white short-sleeved shirt adorned with exorcism gemstones, and the pristine garment accentuated his complexion, making it appear even fairer and giving him a more youthful appearance

Soon, shimmering reflections of water appeared before me, as a small stream lay quietly in front of me

A tingling sensation arose, and I could not help but twitch my fingertips

However, I am not afraid at all, because I have not sensed any hint of danger from the very beginning

"Yes, yes, you are a bloodline with a doctor's degree, you understand everything!" I sulked, feeling disheartened as I poked at the soft firefly ball.

Do not be agitated. Huang Mingxi stood still, we still need to take the fireflies back first

I hesitantly reached out my hand, targeting the handbag

Huang Mingxi took out a transparent small bag from the tote bag, and with a flick of her hand, I heard the sound of "whoosh".

Then, I caught a glimpse out of the corner of my eye of a very conspicuous handbag, which he was twisting in his hand and holding in front of his chest

Huang Mingxi walked along the mountain path he had come from, playing the conch shell, while the firefly orbs quietly followed behind him, drifting majestically towards the Rose Castle

From a distance, it resembles the Milky Way in the midnight sky

"The seniors will obediently prepare for the summer night festival, won't they?" Liuli revealed a sweet smile, her eyes seemingly becoming even deeper, as if they were about to draw in a person's very soul...

I quickened my pace and walked forward along the white mud road in the direction indicated by Liuli

"Not too foolish yet," Huang Mingxi explained, as if he could read my mind, "The instrument just now is called the 'Insect Conch', one of the treasures of the Bloodline Realm. As long as you blow the Insect Conch, you can command all insects at will"

Um, hehe... I shyly released my hands. Huang Mingxi's soft and delicate fingers were withdrawn by him, and a strange sense of loss suddenly flashed in my mind

I finally settled down, eagerly extending my damp hand

"Come on, humans!" Liuli approached at some point, squinting her glass-like eyes as she looked Jasmine up and down.

Uh... I apologize... I did not mean to! I sincerely admit my mistake

Since you are the steward of His Majesty, you must be the young lady from a prestigious family

At this moment, Huang Mingxi is standing in the stream, holding a seashell in his hands that is only the size of his fist. The seashell is a dreamy light purple, with layers of purple halos continuously undulating on its surface, resonating with the yellow light emitted by the fireflies.

Meanwhile, the transparent small bags scattered around me were occupied by other fireflies

I scratched my head and looked at him in confusion

Everyone who was seen by her trembled all over, resembling a mouse encountering a cat

She is a bad child! Isn't that right!" The girl looked at me with hope in her eyes

The originally quiet classroom suddenly erupted, with girls screaming and fleeing in all directions, completely disregarding their lady-like image. The boys, on the other hand, did not react too strongly due to their pride, but what was with their actions of grabbing chairs to shield themselves?

I wish to disrupt this perfect scene, I wish to disturb this moving melody, I wish to make Huang Mingxi stop playing, and let him be silent forever

In order not to disturb it, I had no choice but to follow it quietly.

This iron door is slightly ajar, and it requires a certain amount of force to pull it open

A gentle sound of flowing water seemed to drift by my ears, and even the road ahead was filled with languid fireflies.

Excellent

Since being attacked by the "Bloodline," I have been filled with an inexplicable aversion to the existence of the "Bloodline"

In a moment, Class S1 of the Higher Department was filled with joy and enthusiasm, with students busily engaged in their activities. This unprecedented scene was extensively reported by the school's news agency, which stated that our class had created a new chapter of harmony for Rose Academy

Anyone of bloodline will be influenced by the worm shell, and this influence can also be referred to as resonance. Hasn't a voice emerged in your mind, teaching you how to use the worm shell?

I quickly grabbed her hand to prevent her from suddenly going wild: "Um, I forgot to tell you all, Liuli mentioned she would come this afternoon to 'supervise'... Oh no! I meant to say she is coming to help us prepare for the summer night festival"

I had no choice but to place the conch shell back to my ear again

However, because the bags are all transparent, I am completely unable to find them just by looking, so I simply resorted to feeling around with my hands

The mischievous fireflies danced around us, illuminating his handsome yet charming doll-like face

"She is my little housekeeper." The ever-silent Emperor Mingxi suddenly spoke softly, "Lax supervision has led to everyone’s amusement."

"Ji Liuli is here!" A voice shouted out, though it was unclear who it was.

I am happily contemplating

Several dark lines suddenly appeared on my forehead, but this expression seems a bit strange

Suddenly, I find myself reminiscing about the days before I attended Rose Academy, when the real and adorable Huang Mingxi made it impossible not to like her. Since I started school, what I have mostly encountered is the "Huang Mingxi in school".

My mother once said that I am naive and simple, making it easy for others to deceive me; my father once said that I am warm-hearted and kind, which makes it easy to win others' affection. ... Combining these two insights does not really relate to being "suitable for being hurt" ...

Liuli is still very thoughtful

I curiously examined the worm snail and found that it was not much different from an ordinary sea snail, except for the purple shimmer that constantly swept across its shell; it did not possess any other peculiar features

Human beings are indeed a suspicious and fragile species

However, I cannot loudly proclaim that I am a human about to become a bloodline...! ... Alas! The pressure of lying is immense

I followed the fireflies and discovered that there were twinkling lights in the grass beside me and on the leaves of the trees

The icy stream submerged my instep, and the round cobblestones were pressed against the soles of my feet. This tingling sensation felt as if I had been baptized by a faint electric current, invigorating every cell in my body.

How beautiful! I cannot help but exclaim.

The surroundings gradually resembled a city illuminated by lights, with an increasing number of beautiful glows, ultimately converging into a magnificent expanse of starry sky

I cast a resentful glance at Huang Mingxi, who responded with a playful wink.

Am I not very innocent?

Fireflies are joyfully frolicking in the transparent "sphere"

Uh ... ...

At this moment, I truly wish to stand still like the female lead in a movie, so that fireflies can settle upon me.

I nervously pinched my seemingly thicker cheeks and immediately noticed the wary expression on Huang Mingxi's face as he crossed his arms and stepped back...

Cough! Just as I was celebrating, Huang Mingxi had already calmed down. He cleared his throat and poured cold water on my enthusiasm, saying: "Don't be too happy too soon; everything will have to wait until you complete the full body examination before drawing any conclusions"

This ... ... is probably just a coincidence ... ...

In other words, I am still human, and I will not become a bloodline in the future, correct? I immediately grasped the hand of Emperor Mingxi tightly, looking at him with hope.

What are you doing! I am not a pervert!

After standing frozen for 5 seconds, Jasmine immediately covered her face and ran out of the classroom, crying loudly, "Wah wah wah!"

I felt embarrassed for a second, and then suddenly, with a mischievous sense of humor, I said: "What do you think I want to do?"

What is the relationship between the tote bag and me

Fortunately, I am no longer an ordinary person, so I easily opened the door and walked out

Everything is progressing in a positive direction, which has made my mood exceptionally bright, and I seem to have forgotten something very important, as if it is a hundred thousand miles away.

I gazed at Emperor Mingxi with admiration

I curiously turned the snail over and over, even blowing a long breath into the deep opening of the shell; apart from the unappealing sound of "whoosh," I could not produce any other sound.

"Why are you all so afraid of Liuli..." Do not accuse me of lacking compassion; if you were to see a group of people who usually behave gracefully and speak eloquently so frightened, you would also be very curious

His face gradually took on a layer of crimson, and his beautiful eyes rolled around restlessly, seemingly unaware of where to look.

Huang Mingxi awkwardly said, "Please let go of my hand first..."

Indeed! Look at her calm demeanor in the face of danger; she truly is the steward of His Majesty the Emperor!

Having spoken, he hesitated and placed the snail in the palm of my hand, cautiously observing my reaction

I quietly lifted my foot, seeking a place devoid of fireflies to continue moving forward. The fireflies, belatedly aware, awakened and began to flutter their wings, scattering in all directions.

A few fireflies, whose wings had not yet been folded, hurriedly flew away in a panic

"Petty!" I pouted in dissatisfaction and muttered, "Aren't you also able to control the pest snails yourself?"

Then this group of naive young ladies and gentlemen began to wildly speculate about my background

"Oh! Fireflies!" However, when I saw the tree adorned with countless firefly orbs, I began to ponder again, "How am I supposed to take so many back?"

Since witnessing the disdain, anger, and even hatred that the activity committee members have towards Liuli, I have become increasingly curious about Liuli's glorious past and deeply concerned about her future life on campus

It is indeed a complex feeling to be told for the first time in my life that I "look very suitable to be hurt"

I excitedly took the tote bag, rummaging through the neatly folded bags inside

"How can you be so reckless all day long and not make any progress?" A deep voice echoed in my ears, and the warm breath brushed against my earlobe, causing a tingling sensation to spread throughout my body. I jolted and opened my eyes wide.

It is Emperor Mingxi

I could only reluctantly nod my head

Uh ...? ... Alright, so Liuli's superpower is to make things burn? Even I felt a bit nervous for the boy wearing glasses; such a prank is indeed a bit excessive, as a moment's carelessness could cause terrible harm to others... However... ... ... ... Young man, as a senior, you must have a broad mind. It's nothing to be teased by your junior; don't take it to heart...

I gazed at Huang Mingxi with lingering affection, momentarily forgetting what evening it was.

I just don't know if fireflies can still be found on foggy days

Hahaha... I do not know which mischievous firefly tickled my armpit, and I finally could not hold back any longer and burst into laughter while waving my arms.

It is unclear when it began, but a faint white mist started to envelop the white clay road. When I looked closely, I was not particularly concerned, but when I gazed into the distance, I discovered a vast expanse of whiteness ahead, obscuring everything from view

I turned around and saw Jasmine looking at me with a twisted expression on her face. She pointed at Liuli with a trembling finger and said through gritted teeth, "Why is she here!"

The reeds by the stream gently sway in the night breeze, and the fireflies resting on the reeds also dance with the wind

Huang Mingxi took the insect shell, squinted his eyes to feel it for a moment, his brows furrowed tightly, and his ears slightly moved, as if he were listening to some sound. After a while, he handed the insect shell back to me and encouragingly said, "Shall we try again?"

I am both angry and anxious: "What are you doing!"

Liuli is correct: deep in the back mountains of Rose Castle, there is a small stream. As long as you follow the path leading into the mountains, you will encounter fireflies. If you find one of the fireflies, just follow it, and you will be able to find the stream, which is the headquarters of the fireflies.

Wait a moment

I instinctively slowed my pace, and upon closer inspection, that flickering round belly was precisely the firefly I had been searching for

I carefully recalled what Liuli had said, and it wasn't that great. Jasmine's ability to withstand pressure seems rather poor... However, faced with the frightened looks of my classmates, I really felt embarrassed to say it outright, so I could only respond somewhat indirectly: "It's not too bad..."

Tomorrow is the summer night festival

Since being "attacked" by the bloodline, my "subconscious" has always been faster than my brain neurons, so I often only realize what I have just done after a series of actions has concluded

I asked Huang Mingxi in frustration: "Why can't I produce any sound when I blow?"

However, seeing Huang Mingxi's exaggerated reaction, I couldn't help but feel soft-hearted.

He is always so lovely, no matter when!

Huang Mingxi must be here to mess with me

In the center of the classroom, Liuli spoke to Lord Huang Mingxi with her exceptionally clear childlike voice: "Lord Huang, I have come to see you!"

What! The students were taken aback, "Who on earth are you! That little witch, Ji Liuli, actually did nothing to you!"

I stormed out of the creek, searching above the reeds and low shrubs for the small bags that Huang Mingxi had carelessly scattered everywhere.