The night was deep, and in the room of the tavern, Li Qiuqiu tossed and turned, unable to sleep.
The competition was split into two days, with her match against Li Jiuxiao on the first day. In the past, perhaps Li Qiuqiu wouldn't have minded much, as Li Jiuxiao's Spirit Beast was formidable, and losing to him was understandable.
But now, Li Qiuqiu held her breath.
This breath was one of the Direct Lineage.
Though the Li Family was the main house, its strength couldn't have grown without the help of all its direct lineages.
She didn't demand equal status to the main family, but... Li Qiuqiu hoped Li Jiuxiao would see her as a person.
She muddled through the night, and when she was ready to set off the next day, Li Guan arrived.
"Second Uncle." Li Qiuqiu cupped her hands.
She respected Li Guan a lot, because, unlike Li Jiuxiao, Li Guan was very kind to people.
"Xiao Qiu, let me tell you something." Li Guan looked at Li Qiuqiu and said:
