Chapter 795 Gathering together

Upon hearing Xiao Ling's call, Xi'er, whose eyes had been tightly closed, trembled slightly and slowly opened them.

A hint of bewilderment lingered in her eyes regarding the strange changes within her body. Her little head shook slightly, as if she hadn't fully recovered from that warm and comforting sensation.

It wasn't until her gaze met Xiao Ling's smiling eyes that she seemed to suddenly wake up. Her eyes lit up, and she took short strides and ran towards Xiao Ling.

Without the restless energy of her powerful fighting spirit pulling at her, she walked steadily, her little arms and legs swaying, looking exactly like a cute and adorable little girl, with none of the domineering and cleverness she had shown before.

When she ran up to Xiao Ling, she tilted her round little face up, stretched her arms wide, and her sweet, childlike voice burst out: "Daddy! Hug me!"

Upon seeing this, Xiao Ling quickly stepped forward, bent down, and opened his arms to hug his daughter's soft little body.

He raised his hand and gently stroked Xi'er's delicate cheek, then kissed her smooth forehead, his voice full of laughter and praise: "Xi'er is such a good girl, she doesn't cry or fuss, she's really Daddy's good baby."

Xi'er giggled as she was kissed, her little arms wrapped tightly around Xiao Ling's neck, and she rubbed her head against his neck, saying in her childish voice, "Xi'er listens to Daddy the most!"

Medusa, who was standing nearby, took in the whole scene. Her red lips pursed slightly, and a hint of jealousy flickered in her eyes. Her tone was tinged with a coquettish sourness: "Hmph, now that you have a father, you've completely forgotten about your mother?"

Upon hearing her mother's words, Xiao Xi'er's bright little eyes darted around, as if she instantly understood something. She immediately lifted her head from Xiao Ling's neck, stretched out her soft little arms towards Medusa, and called out in a clear, crisp voice,

"Mommy, hug me! Xi'er always listens to Mommy the most!"

Seeing this, Medusa's reproach instantly transformed into a gentle smile. She shook her head helplessly, her tone full of doting affection.

"I just can't do anything with you, you little devil."

After saying that, she reached out and took her daughter from Xiao Ling's arms. Xiao Xi'er then wrapped her arms around Medusa's neck and gave her a quick kiss on her smooth cheek. The sweet and soft touch made Medusa's smile deepen.

This vivid and heartwarming scene made Xiao Ling chuckle softly. He looked up at Medusa, and their eyes met, both filled with tenderness, and they smiled from the bottom of their hearts.

Xiao Ling and Medusa smiled at each other. One of them held Xi'er's little hand, while the other stood protectively by her side. The three of them walked slowly out of the secret chamber side by side.

As soon as I stepped into the courtyard, the warm morning light greeted me, and the petals of the crimson datura were still fluttering down. But unlike the tranquility just now, there were three familiar figures in the courtyard.

These three were none other than Xiao Yan, Yao Chen, and Xiao Diao, who had come to visit the Snake-People Clan after learning the good news that Xiao Ling had a daughter.

Even Yao Chen and Xiao Diao had just finished dealing with the complicated affairs of the Spirit Talisman Hall and rushed to Jia Ma Holy City without stopping. They hadn't even had time to catch their breath yet, and their travel-worn appearance revealed a hint of impatience.

"Cousin, sister-in-law! I've come especially to see my little niece today." Xiao Yan stepped forward first, his hearty laughter breaking the tranquility of the courtyard. He raised an eyebrow and teased,
"I never expected you to become a father so early, cousin. You're truly blessed!"

Before he finished speaking, his gaze eagerly fell on Xiao Xi'er in Medusa's arms, his eyes filled with a curious smile.

Yao Chen and Xiao Diao nodded to Xiao Ling, and then their eyes were fixed on the exquisitely beautiful little guy.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ling's smile deepened, and he nodded gently to the three of them: "Perfect, let my precious daughter get to know you today, and we can catch up properly later."

Having said that, he leaned closer to the little one in Medusa's arms, pointed at the three people in front of him, and his voice became even softer and more patient.

"Xi'er, look over here. This cheerful man is your Uncle Xiao Yan, who is also your father's cousin. The one next to him is your Uncle Xiao Diao, your father's sworn brother. As for the one standing in the middle, although he looks young, he is your father's senior. You can call him Grandpa Yao Chen from now on."

Xiao Xi'er blinked her big, curious eyes, shook her head as if she understood, and then, as if she had completely figured out the generational order, she raised her delicate, sculpted face, revealing two shallow dimples, and her sweet, childlike voice was as sweet as honey:

"Hello Uncle Xiao Yan! Hello Uncle Xiao Diao! Hello Grandpa Yao Chen! It's a pleasure to meet you all!"

The three of them felt a warmth in their hearts when Xiao Xi'er greeted them with her soft, sweet voice. Smiles instantly spread across their eyes as they felt that the little girl's exquisite appearance was simply too adorable to resist.

Especially Yao Chen, who stroked his beard and laughed heartily, his laughter so loud that it shook down several datura petals from the corridor.

He strode forward, his slender fingertips gently touching Xi'er's soft cheek, his eyes overflowing with tenderness.
"Good! Good! Good! What a lovely little girl! Her eyebrows and eyes are just like your father's, and that cleverness is just like his! So well-behaved and sensible at such a young age, what a lovable little darling!"

Xiao Yan, watching from the side, couldn't help but chuckle. He reached out and ruffled Xi'er's hair, agreeing with her with a smile.

"Absolutely! This little one has inherited all the best features of her cousin and sister-in-law. She's bound to grow up to be a stunning beauty!"

The little ferret immediately took two steps closer, its long, narrow eyes showing a rare hint of affection, and spoke in an exceptionally gentle tone,

"He's such a cute little guy, so adorable. Your Uncle Little Mink will take you to catch some magical beasts to ride later, okay?"

Faced with the three's overwhelming enthusiasm, Xiao Xi'er showed no shyness whatsoever. Instead, she raised her delicate, rosy face and called out the titles of "uncle" and "grandpa" again and again in a sweet, childlike voice. Her soft, sweet voice warmed the hearts of the three, making them feel as if they had a warm charcoal fire burning inside them.

The laughter and chatter in the courtyard grew louder, and the petals of the crimson datura fluttered down, carrying the joy throughout the courtyard. Even the passing breeze seemed to carry a touch of sweet warmth.

Just then, a ripple suddenly appeared in the void beside them. Before they could even focus their attention to investigate, a sweet, slightly reproachful female voice rang out clearly in the courtyard. "Hmph, Xiao Ling, you rascal, you had a daughter and didn't even tell me! Do you think I'm an outsider? If Little Fairy Doctor and Qing Lin hadn't let it slip, how long were you planning to keep it from me!"

Before the words were finished, the fluctuating void suddenly cracked open, and the light of the spatial passage rippled around it. A slender figure, accompanied by a faint fragrance, gracefully leaped out of the door.

The newcomer wore a magnificent purple and gold dress, with dark patterns and flowing clouds embroidered on the hem. As she moved, her purple hair cascaded down to her waist like a waterfall, making her skin appear even whiter than snow. Her purple eyes sparkled, with slightly upturned corners, revealing a touch of lively charm.

She has a slender and well-proportioned figure, a waist so thin it could be grasped in one hand, and a graceful yet upright posture. Her whole body exudes the unique and bright charm of a mature woman, yet she also possesses a lively and agile spirit like a young girl.

The person who arrived was none other than Zi Yan, who had specially traveled from Gulong Island after receiving the news.

With her current cultivation level, coupled with the innate spatial mastery of the Taixu Ancient Dragon Clan, crossing tens of thousands of miles to reach the Jia Ma Empire is nothing more than a casual matter.

"Hehe, I didn't inform you because I was worried that you would be too busy dealing with the affairs of the Ancient Dragon Clan and wouldn't have time to spare. I didn't mean to hide anything from you."

Upon seeing that the visitor was Zi Yan, Xiao Ling was first taken aback, then scratched his head helplessly, explaining with a hint of amusement in his voice.

It's really not his fault. These days, as a new father, his heart and eyes are completely occupied by his adorable daughter.

Even when he had a spare moment, he spent it all with Medusa, whom he hadn't seen for a long time. The two of them would snuggle together and recount all the little things that had happened over the years. For a moment, they completely forgot about informing Ziyan. Of course, this excuse he gave Ziyan was part of the reason.

"Hmph, I won't listen to your excuses!" Zi Yan crossed her arms, raised her pretty face slightly, rolled her eyes at Xiao Ling playfully, pouted her red lips, and said in a coquettish tone, "You're in the wrong here. You have to refine two hundred bottles of pills for me as an apology before I'll forgive you!"

With her acting all childish and capricious, where was the majesty and domineering aura of the Ancient Dragon Emperor of the Taixu Clan? She was clearly just a little girl having a tiff with her sweetheart, and there was a hint of intimacy hidden in her reproachful expression.

Seeing this, Xiao Ling shook his head helplessly, spread his hands, and spoke with a tone full of indulgence.
"Okay, okay, whatever you say, two hundred bottles it is."

As he spoke, he stepped aside to let the figure behind him pass, and waved to Zi Yan with a smile, "Alright, stop fooling around, come and take a look. Speaking of which, you're actually Xi'er's godmother."

Seeing Xiao Ling back down like this, Zi Yan didn't bother to press the matter any further, since she was more concerned about her goddaughter whom she had never met.

She immediately left Xiao Ling behind, and in a flash, she was in front of Medusa. Her eyes were full of genuine smiles, and she said in a crisp voice, "Long time no see, Sister Medusa! You've become more and more beautiful. Congratulations on becoming a mother! I'm so envious!"

Medusa shook her head helplessly upon hearing this, a gentle smile curving her lips, her tone carrying a sigh of knowing wisdom.
"Ziyan, you haven't been a mother yet, so you don't know how hard it is. Once you have your own child, you'll understand how difficult it is to be a mother."

Zi Yan chuckled and didn't reply. Her purple eyes were already fixed on Xiao Xi'er in Medusa's arms. Her gaze fell on the exquisitely beautiful little girl, and she even unconsciously softened her breathing.

The naturally intelligent Xiao Xi'er remembered how Xiao Ling and Medusa had addressed the newcomer, and recalling the name her mother often mentioned, she quickly recognized the woman in purple as Zi Yan, the woman her mother had mentioned who had a very good relationship with her parents and whom she should call her godmother.

She immediately raised her delicate, pretty face, revealed a sweet smile, opened her soft arms to Zi Yan, and exclaimed in a clear voice, "Hehe, Godmother Zi Yan is so beautiful! Xi'er likes you!"

Upon hearing this, Zi Yan's eyes immediately lit up, her joy almost overflowing. The corners of her mouth involuntarily turned up, and she couldn't help but praise, "Oh my, this little guy is so well-behaved, so sweet-talking, and so smart!"

Before she finished speaking, she eagerly opened her arms and carefully took Xiao Xi'er from Medusa's arms, her movements as gentle as if she were holding a fragile treasure.

Held in Zi Yan's arms, Xiao Xi'er was not shy at all. Instead, she snuggled softly into her embrace and then tilted her little face up to give Zi Yan a quick kiss on her smooth cheek.

This unexpected display of affection instantly brought a smile to Zi Yan's face. She lowered her head and nuzzled Xi'er's soft forehead, her voice tinged with doting tenderness.
"Xi'er, you are so adorable! In a few days, your godmother will take you back to Gulong Island. The scenery there is magnificent, and there are endless spiritual fruits to eat. I guarantee you will have a great time! Your godmother loves you more and more every time she looks at you, and she doesn't want to let go of you."

Seeing this, Xiao Yan immediately laughed and teased, "Xi'er, why do you only kiss your godmother and won't let your uncles hug you? Come on, give your uncle a kiss, and your uncle has some delicious food here that will surely satisfy you!"

Faced with Xiao Yan's teasing, Xiao Xi'er immediately stopped smiling, her little body stiffened, she solemnly made an X in front of her, shook her head like a rattle drum, and said in a clear voice,

"No, Uncle Xiao Yan! Mom and Dad have already told me that Xi'er can play with girls, but she has to keep her distance from boys! Uncle and Grandpa can hug Xi'er, but kisses are absolutely not allowed!"

Xiao Yan was slightly taken aback at first, then his lips twitched involuntarily. He turned to Xiao Ling and teased him with a wink.

"Cousin, aren't you being a little too defensive? Setting such rules for the child from such a young age, are you afraid that when Xi'er grows up, you won't be able to bear letting her get married!"

Xiao Ling made no attempt to hide his feelings, nodding frankly with a tone full of self-righteous protectiveness, while a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes.

"Of course. How could I let an outsider kidnap my precious daughter? If any brat dares to lay a finger on Xi'er, I'll chop him up with my own hands!"

How could his precious daughter be led astray by some gigolo? His daughter only needs to be close to her father; everyone else can step aside.

"It seems everyone has arrived. The banquet over there is ready, so we can go together."

A clear and gentle voice came from outside the courtyard. Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw Little Fairy Doctor walking slowly towards them. Her white robes fluttered in the wind, and a gentle smile appeared on her face as she greeted everyone.

Everyone was taken aback by his words, then exchanged smiles. Xiao Ling spoke first, his eyes full of laughter: "You're so thoughtful! Since we're all gathered together, we must have a good drink today!" (End of Chapter)