Wrap it up

"Tomorrow, I must make plans for Dong Xing. I believe I must settle the score with Zhuge Liang." you tell Xiao as you held her in your arms.

"Yeah...but you promised to return to me when you're done, right, Yu?" Xiao asked with a small smile.

"Of course, I will...don't you worry." you reply with an equal smile as you kiss her sweetly. Xiao giggled before the two of you fell asleep together.

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At Dong Xing, Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang fought against one another, and despite Liang's efforts, Yu managed to beat him at his own game. Of course, he'd made it back in time to see Xiao Qiao, his wife, and perhaps his forever beloved.