You’re tired. Go to sleep.

Faced with Meiyu’s shocking secret, you don’t react. You no longer have the strength for it.

Tonight has been too overwhelming, too much to process all at once. The feeling of being at the mercy of the twins, the terror of the beast, and the chaos within the Red Bamboo Sect—it all crashes down on you like an unrelenting tide.

The weight of everything you’ve witnessed today presses heavily on your chest, leaving you utterly drained, both mentally and physically. You can’t summon the energy to confront Meiyu now, not when your mind feels like it’s falling apart at the seams.

Meiyu watches you carefully, her gaze holding a strained ripple beneath. She opens her mouth to speak, but you stop her.

Your tired head sinks against her strong, steady body. You wrap your arms around her defined waist, seeking comfort in the warmth she offers.

No matter how chaotic or painful things become, her earthy scent and slick touch are an anchor in this storm. With her, you feel grounded. She is your home.

For a moment, Meiyu stays still. Then her expression softens, and she gently brushes the back of your head.

“Tomorrow,” you say, your face buried in the comfort of her touch.

“Tomorrow,” she promises.

She climbs into bed beside you, and the world outside seems to fade as you both settle into the silence that envelops the room. The chaos of the night is a distant memory, and though your mind remains heavy with unanswered questions, for now, you choose to let it go. You need rest. You need peace.

And with one final, steady breath, you drift into sleep, knowing that tomorrow… is another day.