Xiao was in the middle of his intense training, his movements swift and precise as he practiced his combat techniques. The air around him seemed to hum with the power he controlled, each strike carrying the weight of centuries of experience. His focus was unshakable, the only sounds the rhythmic thuds of his strikes against the training dummies.

But then, as if guided by an unseen force, he sensed your presence. His sharp eyes flickered towards you, and for the briefest moment, the world seemed to pause. There you were, carrying a basket full of food and drink for him, walking toward him with a gentle smile on your face. The sight of you brought a warmth he rarely allowed himself to feel.

His gaze softened as you approached, and despite the fatigue and sweat from his training, he found himself pausing, his body momentarily still. The sight of the basket, filled with the simple yet meaningful offerings, made his heart stir.

“Hmm… that’s enough training for today,” Xiao murmured, his voice low and calm. He lowered his weapon, the sharpness of his focus now replaced by a quiet appreciation for the gesture you had made.

The moment between you two felt like a peaceful stillness amid the chaos of his usual life, and Xiao couldn’t help but look into your eyes—eyes that were filled with warmth, love, and something more, something he had long denied himself.

He stood there for a moment longer, just looking at you, his fiancée, before offering a small, almost imperceptible smile. The day had been filled with conflict and battles, but with you, everything seemed to quiet down.