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Because they had already decided to stay on Minghan Island, everyone subsequently entered a secluded state, especially Ling Xiang, who was eager for a breakthrough, and Lan Ling, who was determined to cultivate well. They both found suitable opportunities early on and went into complete seclusion.
Han Jing, on the other hand, did not completely shut herself off to cultivate. For her, self-breakthrough often required a chance rather than focused cultivation, so she only secluded herself occasionally and spent most of her time often consulting with Ming Qianyi and exploring the trading markets on Minghan Island.
Xiao Xue, however, was completely constrained by Lianwu, and without his company, she was strictly forbidden from roaming about. She had to complete the tasks he gave her daily, causing Xiao Xue to complain endlessly. But grumbling aside, in the young girl's heart, Lianwu was still her favorite person.
