Chapter 41: Xi'er's Birthday (Part 2)

  In the mysterious grand hall, a noble man sat at the top, his majestic aura was so overwhelming that it made the ten elderly men below him dare not breathe. The man wore a black gold-edged python robe, with jet-black hair hanging down on both sides, thick eyebrows, a straight nose bridge, and rose-petal-like red lips that seemed to invite people to take a bite, under the reflection of his fair skin. A delicate black agate on his right ear emitted a dazzling light. The handsome man narrowed his deep, dark eyes at this moment, leaning back slightly, showing off his laziness and nobility, with a hint of evil charm sneaking out from his extremely dignified and overbearing face.

  At this time, the man was playing with the ring on his hand in a careless manner and said faintly: "Still haven't found it?"

  The people below trembled, but Wang Shang became increasingly calm. The more they waited, the more violent the storm would be. A fat old man wiped away the cold sweat on his forehead and swallowed a mouthful of saliva before finally gathering his words.

  "Returning... Returning to Your Majesty, the jade token indicates that the young master is currently safe and sound. However, I am incompetent and have not yet been able to find the young master, please punish me, Your Majesty."

  "I report to Your Majesty, it's not that the subordinates are not diligent, but rather, there is something around the young master that can always isolate his aura, and the subordinates have no way to deal with it." As soon as the tall and thin old man finished speaking, a wound appeared on his neck, bleeding profusely.

  "The boss doesn't want to hear excuses." The voice grew louder, indicating that the person above was angry.

  "The king's anger is appeased!"

  "The king's anger is appeased!"

  "The master doesn't want to hear your nonsense, quickly find the young lord and bring him back, understood?"

  "Yes, Your Majesty, I will definitely exert all my strength!"

  "Hmm! Now that the young master has just passed the initial demonic spirit, in the mortal realm. I don't need to teach you how to find him, do I?" The man swirled the wine cup in his hand, drained it, and a few drops of crimson wine trickled down his pale chin before disappearing into his robes.

  "Thank you, Your Majesty, I will definitely live up to everyone's expectations."

  "If... this is the outcome!" Only to see in the grand and magnificent hall, a pillar with a auspicious dragon carving suddenly turned into dust.

  Ten elderly men turned pale, covering their hearts that were about to jump out, and respectfully retreated, their figures turning into shooting stars flying towards the sky.

  On this side, Zhan Qingkuang was sitting on the back of the Black Horned Rhinoceros, holding his precious son in his lap, and hurrying along at a steady pace. Since seeing Xuan Xi, Jiao had been carefully sizing him up, and then keeping as much distance from him as possible, not daring to act coquettishly with Zhan Qingkuang anymore. When no one was paying attention, Xuan Xi gave it several cold glances, looking at it disdainfully.

  Zhan Qing's right hand held Xuan Xi in his arms, feeding her the roasted apple pie to their little treasure, "Xi'er, try it and see if it tastes good."

  Watching him take a small bite, getting some jam on his mouth, and then chewing and swallowing. She took out her handkerchief and carefully wiped his mouth clean, holding his arm tightly and hugging him closer to her chest.

  Seeing his son couldn't eat anymore, Zhan Qinglang handed over the remaining apple pie to Xiao Tianbao. Xiao Tianbao glanced at him and quickly snatched it away. Seeing that he didn't seem dissatisfied, he wolfed it down and even licked his lips.

  The warm sunshine shines on, flowers and grasses gently swaying in the breeze, Zhan Liang holds her precious son tightly in her arms, reluctant to put him down.

  When the sun was setting in the west, they finally arrived at Chibi City.

  She had heard that the best wine shop in town was there, so she hurriedly drove her black rhinoceros to get there, wanting to give a good birthday present to Ye.

  "Oh dear customer, what bad luck! Our small shop is fully booked, you see..." The shopkeeper smiled apologetically.

  "Private room upstairs."

  "All the rooms on this floor have been booked and are fully occupied, I'm really sorry, really sorry..."

  With a snap, Zhan Light Crazy threw out a purse, revealing ten red crystal coins inside.

  "Th...th..." The shopkeeper was at a loss for words.

  He added ten more, and the shopkeeper's forehead began to sweat.

  Add ten more, the shopkeeper told her to wait a moment and went to find the boss.

  "Your Excellency?"

  Hearing the sound, Warlight turned her head back, was it them? The people of Wolf Flame Mercenary Group. However, she wasn't in a good mood now, so she didn't want to exchange pleasantries.

  "It really is you, sir! I thought I saw wrong just now!" Ling Han said excitedly.

  "Uh-huh."

  "Your Excellency, last time thanks to your timely assistance, my father's life was saved. Let me introduce you, this is my father, the commander of the Wolf Flame Mercenary Corps. Father, this is the lifesaver I told you about."

  "Haha" A tall, robust man with a loud and clear laugh walked over, looking at her with approval. "Little one, you're not very old, but your abilities are quite impressive! Han'er told me all about it when he got back, thank you so much!"

  "It's a small effort." He switched Huier to his left arm and stared at the approaching tavern owner.

  "Oh dear, sir, I'm so sorry! Rarely do we have such an esteemed guest, and yet our hospitality is lacking. It's all our fault, but you see...". The boss had a apologetic smile on his face, but the implication was that there was no seat for him.

  Zhan Qingkuang's face suddenly turned cold, and everyone present felt a chill run down their spines. But wanting to find a good place for Xi'er to spend her birthday was so difficult?

  "Is there no room left?" Ling Han quickly analyzed the situation. "If not, then so be it. Sir, would you like to join us instead?"

  "Ah, I see! So you're someone Lord Ling knows, huh? Look at me, I really don't know a good thing when I see it!" The boss gave himself a slap on the mouth and forced a smile.

  "It's unnecessary." Zhan Qing turned her head to leave, looking at the person in front of her who was blocking her way, raising an eyebrow.

  "If you don't mind, we'll let you have the private room we reserved. It's just a family dinner anyway." Ling Han had a good impression of this girl who had saved him, so he ignored his mother's disapproving gaze and asked her to stay.

  "No need, my mood is ruined, even good things are meaningless now, thanks for your kind intention."

  "Sir, may I ask for your honorable surname and given name." Seeing her hastily leaving, Ling Han shouted towards her back.

  "Fight lightly!"

  In the darkness, only Ling Han was left muttering the name in his mouth, feeling a little lost. His father saw this and patted him on the shoulder.

  Zhan Qingkuang's heart was filled with melancholy at this moment, her face cold and expressionless. The little one in her arms looked up at her, rubbing its soft cheeks against hers, warm breath on her neck. In an instant, all her anger dissipated, replaced by overflowing love and tenderness, as she gently rubbed back a few times.

  "Xi'er, don't worry, Mother will personally cook a birthday feast for you, so be sure to enjoy it!"

  "Ah~" A soft voice that brings a satisfying smile.