The girl's name was Gu Yunyou, and she was considered one of the most outstanding young prodigies among the entire Gu clan.
With her good looks and strength, Gu Yunyou attracted many suitors.
Although she wasn't as exceptional as Xun'er, ever since Xun'er had left, Gu Yunyou had become the little goddess of the younger generation.
However, she had always secretly harbored feelings for Gu Fei, the leader of the younger generation in the Gu clan.
She had fallen in love with Gu Fei long ago, but never expected that the first request Gu Fei made to the clan leader would be to marry Xun'er.
Each night, Gu Yunyou struggled to understand why and where she was less than Xun'er.
Xun'er had left the Gu clan a long time ago, while Gu Yunyou had grown up alongside Gu Fei.
Even after growing up together, did the bond between them not compare to what he felt for Xun'er?
Despite this, after Gu Fei married Xun'er, Gu Yunyou would come to this place every night to reminisce about their past.
Gu Fei was so exceptional that she couldn't bear to let him go.
When she saw Gu Fei again today, it seemed that his strength had increased yet again. She had long since been unable to grasp the full extent of his power and potential.
Gu Fei was carefully studying the system panel. Meanwhile, Gu Yunyou rested her chin in her hand, secretly gazing at him, lost in thought.
Her face flushed, and her breathing became uneven.
Gu Fei quickly noticed the disturbance not far away.
"Who's there?!"
Gu Fei turned sharply, wary, and found his childhood friend, Gu Yunyou.
Startled by Gu Fei's reaction, Gu Yunyou grew nervous, afraid he would discover that she had been secretly watching him these past few days.
[Gu Yunyou is panicked. Emotion value increased by 3.]
Flustered, she spoke first, trying to hide her embarrassment.
"Brother Gu Fei, why aren't you with Xun'er?"
Her voice trembled slightly as unease stirred within her.
Gu Fei, however, seemed different—there was a distant look in his eyes. In the past, the mention of Xun'er's name would have brought a warm smile to his face, softening his gaze.
But now, he appeared indifferent, as if hearing the name of a stranger.
"There's no need for me to be with Xun'er."
"No need?" Gu Yunyou's heart fluttered with a strange emotion as she subconsciously pressed further.
"Yes, never again."
"Xun'er and I… we're getting a divorce."
Gu Fei met Gu Yunyou's gaze.
She saw a flicker of hope in her eyes.
[Gu Yunyou feels anticipation. Emotion value increased by 5.]
The system notification flashed at the right moment.
Gu Fei observed Gu Yunyou's reddening face and understood something.
It seemed this girl hoped he would go through with the divorce, right? Could it be… she liked him?
Just as Gu Fei was about to speak, a familiar female voice interrupted.
"I will not divorce him!"
Gu Fei and Gu Yunyou both turned toward the source of the voice.
It was Xun'er, arriving at Gu Fei's place.
[Xun'er is angry. Emotion value increased by 100.]
Xun'er's face was filled with anger as she stared at Gu Yunyou with hostility.
Gu Yunyou took a step back, looking helplessly at Gu Fei.
Seeing her reaction, Xun'er was about to speak when Gu Fei's expression darkened.
"What are you doing here?"
His voice was full of disappointment and anger.
He scolded her: "You have someone else in your heart, and you still want to torment me?"
Xun'er bit her lower lip, her teeth pressing against the soft skin, and looked at him nervously.
Of course, she couldn't deny her mistake. But Gu Fei being here with Gu Yunyou...!
"Then what are you doing with Gu Yunyou here? If I hadn't come, would you have married her instead?"
Anger flashed in Xun'er's beautiful eyes, her dissatisfaction growing.
Even though she deeply cared for Brother Xiao Yan, she wouldn't allow Gu Fei to concern himself with Gu Yunyou!
[Xun'er is furious. Emotion value increased by 100.]
Xun'er glared at Gu Fei, her anger now spilling over.
"Are you divorcing me because of her?"
Gu Fei looked at her with disappointment and let out a long sigh.
Xun'er was still as beautiful and captivating as ever. But she was no longer the innocent girl she once had been.
"Xun'er, why do you think that?"
"I grew up with her. It's natural for me to care for her as a brother."
"Don't you know the real reason why I want a divorce?"
Xun'er's eyes reddened, but she stubbornly continued to look at him.
Women are perceptive, and of course, she had noticed long ago that Gu Yunyou liked Gu Fei.
It had been fine when Gu Fei kept his distance from other women before.
But now, Gu Fei was her husband. Even if she didn't love Gu Fei, she would never allow Gu Yunyou to have thoughts about him!
"Do you truly want to divorce me?"
"What other option do I have? Should I stand by and watch you give everything I provided you to another man?"
Xun'er's eyes flickered with guilt, but she refused to back down in front of Gu Yunyou.
[Xun'er feels ashamed. Emotion value increased by 80.]
Gu Yunyou stood silently behind Gu Fei, listening intently to their conversation. She, too, wondered why Gu Fei suddenly wanted a divorce.
As Gu Fei's harsh words echoed, Gu Yunyou began to understand.
Could it be that Xun'er harbored feelings for another man?
Gu Fei didn't want to say anything more. He frowned slightly and gazed into the endless night.
"It's late. You both should head back. I want to rest."
Xun'er's eyes widened in disbelief.
He was really sending her away.
But Gu Fei's decision was firm, and so she had no choice but to descend the mountain with Gu Yunyou.
Once alone, Gu Fei returned to his room, shutting off his thoughts. He focused on his system panel and started training.