Chapter 1578 - 806: A Man’s Most Basic Responsibility (2)
Two lives—identical pendants—what on earth is happening here?
After changing clothes, Xiao Che immediately entered the Heavenly Poison Pearl. In the emerald green world, the red-haired girl still peacefully floated in a protective posture, showing no signs of waking up.
In these two days, he tried to ask his grandfather and Xia Qingyue if there were places nearby with red-haired people. The response he always got was "it’s the first time he’s heard of it." This made Xiao Che more intrigued and skeptical about the identity of the girl. However, he did not tell anyone about her existence.
Having changed into casual wear, he stretched out his Divine Body. Suddenly, a tempting and delicious aroma wafted to Xiao Che’s nose, instantly making him drool. He followed the scent, saw a pot of soup on the table, and rushed over at full speed. As he lifted the lid, an enticing aroma rose slowly with the steam.
"Ginseng chicken soup!" Little Aunt is indeed the best!" Xiao Che’s stomach immediately rumbled. He picked up his chopsticks and began devouring the food. After eating for a while, the front door opened, and Xiao Lingxi walked in charmingly in light yellow clothes. Seeing Xiao Che’s table manners, she opened her mouth and said: "Oh? Chicken soup? Smells so fragrant! And it seems like there’s the taste of ginseng. Xiao Che, who made you that chicken soup? Haha, you didn’t tell me, secretly eating here alone!
Xiao Lingxi’s words made Xiao Che pause: "Little Aunt, don’t tell me you didn’t bring this over?"
"Certainly not!" Xiao Lingxi said, her eye expression suddenly growing peculiar: "Who else in this Xiao Family could make chicken soup for me? Hmm... it could only be your wife, Qing Yue! It seems you two have a very good relationship as husband and wife.
Xiao Lingxi’s words obviously carried a hint of jealousy. Xiao Che put down his chopsticks and muttered: "Impossible! There’s no way she would make chicken soup for me."
Absolutely impossible!
Ha! It doesn’t matter who made it for you. First, drink the chicken soup, then drink it all. "I’m here to tell you, the small sect people will arrive in the afternoon. The whole small family is preparing for their arrival. When the time comes, you must be careful not to accidentally offend the visitors from the small sect," Xiao Lingxi said solemnly.
Got it. If things get tougher, I’ll just refrain from going out. They can’t choose me anyway," Xiao Che replied indifferently.
Xiao Lingxi shook her jade like jade at him and sternly said: "The Clan Master said, the young Grandmaster of Xiao Sect wants to comment on everyone within the Xiao family." No one will be missed! At that time, you must remember your manners.
"There" is no need to worry. "Unlike Little Aunt, I’ve always performed the best," Xiao Che answered with a smile. He then resumed devouring his food.
Okay. Then I’ll go find Dad to help out first. After you finish the chicken soup, it would be great if you could join us," Xiao Lingxi said and turned to leave. Not long after Xiao Lingxi left, Xia Qingyue returned. Today, she replaced her red clothes with a water-blue dress embroidered with a phoenix motif. Her hair was adorned with a sapphire brooch, pearl earrings dangled from her ears, and a sapphire blue pearl necklace was hung around her neck. The visible skin on her neck appeared snowy white, transparent to the point of almost being invisible. It radiated light, creating a very beautiful scene.
Xiao Che stared at her in bewilderment, his eyes flashing intensely. This unique and beautiful scene, isn’t it like a fairy descending to the mortal world?"
Xia Qingyue entered the room, each step light and graceful, as if she were stepping on clouds. Her snow-white face and pale neck were not only extraordinarily beautiful but also exuded a noble and aloof pride that could make one feel ashamed. "No one seeing her would believe she’s just a young daughter of a town merchant, but would rather believe she’s an Empress transcendent and unmovable.
While Xiao Che’s heart sighed a thousand times, he stared at her dumbfounded. "This room is the only place she could change! He must have slept so soundly that he missed her transformation into such a beautiful scene! Ah, simply unforgivable!!
"The dress suits you better than the red one," Xiao Che complimented her, expressing his heartfelt admiration, incredibly delighted.
Xia Qingyue’s admiration remained unmoved. She saw the empty soup pot on the table, walked over to pick it up, and prepared to leave.
"Did you make the chicken soup for me?" Xiao Che asked loudly.
Xia Qingyue coldly asked, her back to him, yet a subtle emotion in her eyes, even if she herself couldn’t comprehend it.
It was really good. That’s when I knew you’re excellent even when making soup," Xiao Che said with a smile. He stretched as he stood up and seriously remarked: "To repay my wife Qing Yue’s chicken soup, I will be more energetic tonight at the window."
Xia Qingyue had grown accustomed to his occasional flirtations. She said expressionlessly: "The small sect people will arrive this afternoon. Their leader is the youngest son of the Master Xiao Sect, named Xiao Kuangyun. I’ve heard from the master that Xiao Kuangyun’s cultivation strength is only considered average among the younger generation of Xiao Sect, and his reputation abroad is extremely poor. However, as the youngest son, he was spoiled rotten. Nobody in Fuyun City dares provoke him. It’s best to avoid facing him head-on."
Xiao Kuangyun? Alright, I got it. Thank you for warning me, my wife Qing Yue," Xiao Che said with a laugh.
Today is the arrival day of the small sect people.
The news of Xiao Sect’s arrival not only affected the Xiao Family but also greatly impacted the entire Fuyun City.
Fuyun City, in all aspects, stands at the bottom of the Blue Wind Empire. On the other hand, Xiao Sect is positioned at the highest peak of the Blue Wind Empire. The levels between the two are countless. The people from the small sect, as well as the youngest son of the small sect Master coming here, is no different from the Emperor visiting the lowest rural family. The whole Fuyun City was shrouded in a tense atmosphere. Some people faintly looked forward to it, hoping to use any means to establish even the slightest connection with the small sect. Even more people were shocked internally. Upon discovering they would arrive this afternoon, they locked themselves inside to avoid accidentally offending them. If the small sect people want to kill them, it would be no different than stepping on ants. To them, the law is merely a joke.
The major courtyard of the small clan was orderly and immaculate. Two days earlier, the biggest and most luxurious courtyard, where Xiao Yunhai had lived, was cleaned and redecorated again. Even the window sheets, blankets, and furniture were replaced. Additionally, Xiao Yunhai had moved to the adjacent small courtyard. Even for the next few days, he personally arranged some food for himself. Though he was already dead tired, his spirit remained unbelievably vigorous! That was because he had absolute confidence that his son Xiao Yulong would be selected by Xiao Sect this time! At that time, his son would soar to the sky! And he himself would become someone no one in Fuyun City dare provokes. But
(TL: li = 0.5 km)
From ten in the morning, Xiao Yunhai personally led all the elders to wait at the clan gate, ready to welcome the guests. They kept waiting until noon—then—until afternoon—until five in the afternoon, a small family disciple shouted from afar: "Master! They’ve arrived!! The people from Xiao Sect have arrived. That noble status is surely Xiao Sect!"
Everyone’s Divine Body trembled. Xiao Yunhai
rapidly took a step forward, whispered: "Wow! Immediately notify everyone to be prepared. I will definitely forgive no one who messes up and offends the noble guests! Elders, follow me to go meet them once!"
Xiao Yunhai rushed out frantically. Until he finally sprinted forward, he saw four people determinedly approaching in their direction.
Among these four, the leading figure was a young man, looking around twenty years old, dressed in luxurious attire, normal physique, and average features. His fair face was faintly tinged with a sallow hue, resembling an excessive indulgent person. By appearance, he wouldn’t stand out in a crowd. However, even this ordinary face was filled with arrogance and conceit. He walked with his hands clasped behind his back, eyes looking up, hardly glancing at occasional passersby, as if even a glance would dirty his eyes.
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