Chapter 39: Qing Lin

Chapter 39: Qing Lin

Xiao Yan and Xiao Yu bid farewell to their father and the three elders as they sent off the guests who had come to witness the Xiao familys coming-of-age ceremony. Before leaving, Ya Fei, with a flirtatious look, secretly threw a seductive glance at Xiao Yan, causing his face to flush and his heart to race.

Lady Ya Fei is truly an enchanting beauty

Xiao Yan shook his head lightly, calming himself down. Just then, a familiar and boisterous voice reached his ears.

Little Yanzi! Second sister misses you so much!

As the voice sounded, Xiao Yan was tightly embraced by a strong arm, and a hand kept rubbing his hair. Xiao Yans face lit up with joy.

Second sister, its been so long!

Ah, its been a year! Youve grown taller! The person with the voice turned Xiao Yan around to face her. You also look much more handsome now. Youll definitely find a beautiful wife in the future!

Xiao Yan looked at the spirited and outgoing woman in front of him, grinning widely. She had short hair and a handsome appearance that resembled more of a mans than a womans.

Big sister Xiao Li, its been a while.

Xiao Yu, who was standing beside him, also greeted Xiao Li softly. Xiao Li smiled in response.

Oh, little Yuer, its only been a year, and youve become much more beautiful! Xiao Li then playfully pulled Xiao Yan towards Xiao Yu. What do you think? How does my little Yan look? Are you interested in marrying him?

Um

Upon hearing this, both Xiao Yan and Xiao Yus faces turned awkward, and Xiao Yu even blushed and waved her hands repeatedly.

Sister Xiao Li, please dont tease me like that.

Hahaha! Just kidding, dont take it seriously!

Xiao Li laughed heartily, but she didnt notice the deep sorrow that had covered the fleeting delight in Xiao Yus eyes.

At that moment, Xiao Yans gaze shifted to behind Xiao Li, where another woman with long hair, who bore some resemblance to Xiao Li but exuded more elegance and gentleness in her every move, slowly approached.

Xiao Yans eldest sister, Xiao Ying.

Eldest Sister.

Xiao Yan called out softly, and Xiao Ying looked at her beloved younger brother with eyes filled with a tender affection akin to a mothers love.

Its been a long time, Yaner.

Since the passing of Xiao Yans mother, Xiao Ying and Xiao Li had treated Xiao Yan like a precious treasure, sparing no effort to protect him and trying their best to make up for the maternal love he lacked.

And indeed, they had succeeded.

During the period after Xiao Yans mothers death, it was their constant care and nurturing that helped Xiao Yan overcome the pain of losing his mother in a short period of time.

Qing Lin kept apologizing to Xiao Yan, her voice so faint it was like the buzzing of a mosquito, and she seemed on the verge of tears.

Xiao Yu, who had no idea what had just happened, saw Qing Lins expression and instantly felt a surge of sympathy. She pressed Xiao Yans shoulder, who was still squatting on the ground, and asked with a hint of displeasure.

Xiao Yan, what did you do just now?

Ah how should I put it Xiao Yan scratched his head awkwardly, looking at Qing Lin with teary eyes. It seems like my eyes deceived me

Huh? What do you mean? Xiao Yu raised an eyebrow, completely puzzled by what Xiao Yan was saying.

Just then, Xiao Ying spoke up.

Thats not true, Yaner. Your eyes didnt deceive you.

Huh?

Xiao Yan furrowed his brows, looking up at his eldest sister in confusion.

Xiao Ying lowered her head and looked at Qing Lin before speaking.

Qing Lin, show them.

Huh?!

Upon hearing Xiao Yings words, Qing Lin was suddenly shocked, looking up at Xiao Ying with teary eyes.

Captain Xiao Ying

Qing Lin murmured softly, as if praying for something.

But Xiao Ying smiled faintly, gently stroking Qing Lins head with her hand.

Dont worry, no one will dislike you.

Upon hearing Xiao Yings reassurance, Qing Lin fell silent for a long time. Eventually, she bit her lip lightly and made up her mind. She extended one arm forward, while the other hand pulled up the sleeve that tightly wrapped around her arm.

Then, Xiao Yan and the others saw itthe skin on Qing Lins wrist was completely different from that of a human; it resembled snake scales.

What is this?!

Surprise and astonishment filled Xiao Yan and Xiao Yus faces, and even Xiao Zhan shared the same expression.

Do you know? Our mercenary group is located in an area that intersects with the territory of the Snake People, Xiao Ying said softly, gently caressing Qing Lins head, as she slowly revealed Qing Lins background.

This child is a descendant of both humans and the Snake People.