Over the next week, Gu Shaojun took Xiao Man out twice more in the middle of the night. One time, they went to that cave for Artifact Refining, and the other time, they went to explore a nearby Jade Mine. As expected, the area where jade was produced was rich in Spiritual Energy. The two of them practiced their Cultivation there for two hours, and Xiao Man's Qi Cultivation Great Perfection reached its peak. She figured she would be able to reach Foundation Establishment soon after she returned.
For the next few days, Gu Shaojun became much busier with his military duties. He left early and came back late, even spending two consecutive nights away from the dorms. But Xiao Man didn't feel bored or lonely. Perhaps it was because of the anticipation in her heart—she knew that he would eventually return. Gu Shaojun felt the same way. Every time he rushed back and saw the young woman waiting for him in the dorm, his face would break into a smile of pure happiness and contentment.
