Xiang Yu stared at Li Yao's peaceful sleeping face, wondering just how much she had pushed herself that even someone of her cultivation level had fallen asleep. With her current strength, she was way past the point of requiring sleep.
"Xiang Yu, where is the Sect Master?" Elder Huang asked as she approached. She thought to herself that she had just seen the sect masters enjoying food by themselves. If the sect master didn't pour a few drinks, would they think they were looking down on them?
Xiang Yu quickly pressed his finger to his lips in a shushing gesture, his eyes darting meaningfully toward Li Yao's still form. Elder Huang followed his gaze and immediately understood, lowering her voice.
Li Yao stirred slightly at the sound, her eyelids fluttering as if she might wake up. Both Xiang Yu and Elder Huang froze, watching nervously as her breathing deepened again and she settled back into sleep. Xiang Yu released a quiet breath of relief.
