"This isn't just politeness, but a heartfelt thank you!" Ye Hanshang solemnly grasped the alchemy vessel.
"Because you gave me hope! Even though this hope is slim, at least it's hope nonetheless!"
Xue An was silent for a moment upon hearing her words, and finally gently patted Ye Hanshang's shoulder, "Good luck!"
Ye Hanshang felt very moved and looked up, "Brother Xue..."
But the next words from Xue An completely dissolved his feeling of gratitude.
"Remember, you owe me a piece of clothing!"
Ye Hanshang: "..."
"Alright, I'll go buy you a piece of clothing right now!"
"Just owe it for now. When I remember it, you can return this favor!" Xue An said with a playful smile.
And thus, this little storm passed.
Although saddened by the departure of his first love, the hope he gained, though not too slim, quickly revitalized Ye Hanshang.
So when Xiang Xiang and Nian Nian, the two little girls, saw Ye Hanshang, he had mostly returned to normal.