After hearing this, Tang Nian had a strange look on his face, and then he fell into a strange silence as if he was under a spell.

Her eyes were fixed on Shi Ye in front of her, her lips trembling slightly, as if a thousand words came to her mind but were choked in her throat, and for a moment she didn't know where to start.

Deep in Tang Nian's mind, a complex emotion surged like a tide.

That emotion told her that what was happening before her eyes could not be entirely blamed on Shi Ye's fault, and she shouldn't hold it against him too much.

After all, both Shi Ye and herself were actually innocent victims of the feud of the previous generation.

However, at the same time, reason was like a sharp sword, ruthlessly cutting off the tenderness in her heart.

Reason coldly reminded Tang Nian that no matter what, she must not allow herself and Shi Ye to continue to be entangled like this.

Finally, Tang Nian mustered up the courage to open his mouth and tried to say the words that had been brewing in his heart for a long time.

But just as she was about to say it, she suddenly felt her throat dry, as if she had lost her voice. All the words were stuck in her throat and she couldn't express them smoothly.

At this moment, Shi Ye's eyes were like a burning torch, staring at Tang Nian hotly and firmly, as if he wanted to see through her eyes to the deepest part of her heart.

That focused look seemed to be able to burn a hole through Tang Nian's entire body.

Faced with such a sharp gaze, Tang Nian couldn't help but feel a little flustered and uneasy, and his originally calm expression became a little unnatural.

She subconsciously lowered her head, avoiding Shi Ye's frightening gaze, not daring to look him in the face.

Strangely enough, Tang Nian and Shi Ye had inexplicably developed a wonderful feeling of mutual understanding since their first meeting.

It seemed as if there was an indescribable, inexplicable and powerful attraction that had quietly lingered around the two of them since the moment they first met.

To them, each other is different and unique.

This special emotional bond makes them get closer and closer without realizing it. To them, they are different from each other.

Shi Ye slowly closed his eyes, as if to temporarily suppress the surging emotions in his heart.

When he opened his eyes again, they were filled with bright red bloodshot, which were traces of endless pain and sorrow. He stared at Tang Nian deeply, his eyes as hot and firm as a burning flame.

His voice trembled slightly, with a hint of sob that was difficult to conceal, "Nian Nian, no matter what happens, let me accompany you to complete the second test, okay? I want to stay by your side."

After a pause, Shi Ye said, "At least let me stay by your side during the second test."

Even to this day, Shi Ye still only thinks of Tang Nian.

He considered her wholeheartedly. Tang Nian was not the kind of person who was ungrateful, but she clearly understood what the decision she had made meant.

Now that she has taken this step, she should keep a certain distance from Shi Ye to avoid causing him more harm.

"Shi Ye, no, I should call you Qian Shi Ye. There is always an insurmountable mountain between you and me, the Spirit Hall. My mother passed away because of the Spirit Hall. This has become an indelible pain in the hearts of our whole family. This mountain is so high and steep that no matter how hard you and I try, it is difficult to climb over it. Don't you understand?"

Tang Nian spoke earnestly, and every word sounded heavy as if squeezed out from the depths of his heart.

Shi Ye stared at Tang Nian motionlessly, as if he wanted to see her true thoughts through her eyes. He said softly, "Little Tang Nian, I am who I am. I am definitely not one of those cold and heartless people in the Spirit Hall. I have my own unique views and understandings on the matter of soul beast transformation. I know your concerns, but Nian Nian, please don't push me away because of these reasons and let me completely disappear from your world."

After a pause, Shi Ye took a deep breath and said more firmly, "I know that when you know all of this, it may be difficult for you to accept it for a while, but Xiao Tangnian, please believe me, I am willing to wait, no matter how long it takes, even if you still cannot accept it all in the end, I will continue to wait silently."

After a pause, Ye Dao said, "This is a choice I made willingly. Xiao Tangnian, you don't have to think too much about it. All of this was done voluntarily, and I never thought about what would happen as a result."

Hearing these words, Tang Nian was slightly startled and panicked for a moment.

That’s right, only Shi Ye would call her like that.

Xiao Tang reads.

Whenever she uttered this name from his mouth, Tang Nian could always feel a deep tenderness. His voice was clear and gentle, as if carrying endless tenderness and love. Every time he called her name, it was as gentle and warm as a spring breeze on her face, making people intoxicated and unable to extricate themselves.

In the end, Tang Nian was defeated helplessly. He sighed softly and said angrily, "Whatever you want."

Even though they were just three simple words, to Shi Ye they sounded like the sound of nature.

His heart finally settled down a little because Tang Nian finally gave in. Even if it was just such a slight concession, it was an excellent start for him.

However, considering the complex and delicate relationship between the two, Shi Ye knew that he could not act too hastily.

So, he cautiously took a few steps back, walked to a place not far from Tang Nian, stopped, and stood there quietly.

Just like he promised before, even though he couldn't get close, he chose to guard from afar.

Tang Nian tried her best to ignore Qian Shiye's presence. She closed her eyes and continued to feel the presence of Huangquan's aura.

At this moment, she had no idea how to face Qian Shiye. The situation between the two of them was a little too awkward. For Tang Nian, she just wanted to pass the second test quickly and then stay away from Shi Ye.

She wanted to be alone and think carefully about the current problems between them.

So in the following period of time, Tang Nian worked even harder.

She almost stayed up all night to feel the presence of the Yellow Springs aura, and slowly she found the trick.

Just like at the beginning, as a container, the Yellow Springs aura she left behind was too little, and most of it flowed away.