"Huh? What did you say?!"
Ye Qiu was stunned, not hearing clearly, and leaned in to ask again.
Seeing Ye Qiu approach, Xiao Wu felt a little apprehensive, her face flushed. She remembered how he used to bully her, and it was always like this. Putting down the carrot in her hand, she swallowed the sweetness in her mouth, her voice clear and pleasant: "Sister Xiao Wu said... will you kick me away!?"
"Er... haha..." Ye Qiu was taken aback, then smiled. He hadn't expected Xiao Wu to ask him such a question. He immediately became interested, propping up half his face, a hint of playfulness flashing in his black eyes.
"Don't worry about that. I won't kick you away now. But when you grow up, that's another story. After all, you made me miss out on so much rabbit meat. Let's do it like you said earlier, use yourself to compensate me, to feed me."
After saying that, Ye Qiu smacked his lips, his eyes filled with anticipation as he looked at Xiao Wu.
Xiao Wu, who had often sensed Ye Qiu's improper thoughts about her when she grew up, clearly understood the meaning of the word "eat" in Ye Qiu's words. Her heart suddenly beat faster, she bit her silver teeth, and her eyelids turned red with shame, shouting softly: "You... you're not allowed to think those bad things!"
"Alright, I'll try not to think about it. But are you still going to compensate me with… yourself?"
Ye Qiu chuckled and nodded. He was still a child, so dwelling on such things wasn't exactly conducive to his growth.
He looked at her, Xiao Wu, whose face was like a carved jade doll, with light brown hair swaying in strands near her eyes. A playful smile appeared on his face, and he reached out to pinch her delicate cheek.
"Ah, you!"
Just as his fingers were about to make contact, Xiao Wu yelped and dodged away, her face flushed. "You wish! You just said you didn't like that."
Ye Qiu smiled faintly, sizing Xiao Wu up and down for a moment. He used his index fingers and thumbs to make a frame, looking at Xiao Wu through it, and said with a light smile, "I didn't say I didn't like it. Of course, if you don't grow up to be pretty, then I won't want you."
"What?! But you clearly already…" Xiao Wu's expression changed, a hint of panic flashing across her face. The words caught in her throat, and she looked at Ye Qiu with a wronged expression.
He had already kissed her, and she had kissed him. In Ye Qiu's words, they had already "sealed the deal." How could he say such a thing?
Xiao Wu blinked her eyes, sniffed, and hurriedly shouted, "Xiao Wu will definitely be prettier when she grows up!"
Xiao Wu's eyes were red-rimmed, with a watery, crimson gaze, looking so delicate and lovely that Ye Qiu's mood instantly improved.
"Alright, alright, I won't say anymore. We'll see about all this once you've grown up." Ye Qiu waved his hand, knowing when to stop. He was just joking, after all. He believed that Xiao Wu would have a great face and figure when she grew up.
Ye Qiu reached into his pocket and pulled out a few lollipops, placing them on the table. "Here, have these for lunch. I'll go return the lunch box to Grandpa Jack, and tell him not to prepare rabbit meat tonight."
"Ye Qiu, where are you taking those rabbits?"
Looking at the lollipops on the table, and then seeing Ye Qiu packing up the rabbit meat, Xiao Wu couldn't help but ask.
Ye Qiu replied, "Can't let it go to waste. I'll give it to Grandpa Jack. Just pretend you didn't see it."
"Oh~"
Xiao Wu nodded in agreement.
After speaking, Ye Qiu ignored her and walked outside. Seeing the bedboards outside, he didn't forget to remind Xiao Wu, "Right, the bedboards drying outside, you should bring them in when they're ready. Don't let them crack from the sun."
"Did you hear me?!"
"Xiao Wu-jie knows!"
Hearing a sharp cry, Ye Qiu then carried his things and walked towards Grandpa Jack's house.
Xiao Wu looked at the candy on the table, recalling their earlier conversation, and her face was burning hot.
It's all Ye Qiu's fault! He's always so frivolous when he talks.
Xiao Wu stretched out her small hand and touched her face. She then looked down at her body and suddenly felt a little anxious. What if she didn't grow up to be as pretty as Ye Qiu thought she would be?!
"Ah~ How could Xiao Wu-jie possibly grow up to be unattractive!"
At this time of day, some villagers were already heading out to the fields to work. Greeting them all the way along the path left Ye Qiu feeling a bit parched.
However, it also gave him a sense of returning home in glory. After all, the profession of a Soul Master was indeed highly respected in the eyes of these villagers.
Time flew by.
As the sun began to set, the villagers working in the fields also shouldered their hoes and walked towards their homes.
On a small hillside, the place where Tang San often trained.
At this moment, three figures stood there.
It was unknown if it was because Tang San had just lost his father, and was feeling somewhat lonely, desolate, and cold. He actually took the initiative to seek out Ye Qiu and Xiao Wu, inviting them to take a walk and chat.
Ye Qiu didn't refuse him; after all, who knew if Tang San was just looking for another brother? He followed along with Xiao Wu.
On the hillside, both Ye Qiu and Xiao Wu had a Silent Sleeve Arrow on their wrists, a gift from Tang San after he showed off a little.
Not looking for a brother, Ye Qiu thought, a little unconvinced. However, he also understood that Tang San wouldn't let himself be taken advantage of.
Ye Qiu stood in the middle, looking at the setting sun in the sky. The smile on his face was bright and sunny, giving off a very approachable vibe.
Xiao Wu stood beside him, gazing at Ye Qiu's profile. Although she still had a youthful appearance, the confidence on her face was illuminated and highlighted by the setting sun.
Tang San also watched Ye Qiu silently.
Over the past year, he had come to realize that Ye Qiu's talent was extremely powerful, even surpassing his own. While he had spent some time on theory and Hidden Weapons, Ye Qiu's talent couldn't be denied.
Furthermore, he had gained some understanding of Ye Qiu's personality. He usually didn't care much about things, and he could get along well with a group of children, without any hidden agendas.
He's a bit of a prankster from time to time.
And maybe a little… lecherous?! But he's still quite frugal; there's never a grain of rice left in his bowl.
Ye Qiu stretched his arms, yawning, and turned to look at Tang San. "Xiao San, it's getting late. Let's call it a day for now. We'll have plenty of opportunities later."
"Alright, see you tomorrow," Tang San smiled slightly. He was quite pleased with the look of shock on Ye Qiu's face when he saw his Hidden Weapons.
People are naturally drawn to strength, especially in the world of Soul Masters! He was confident he could make Ye Qiu admire him, and eventually, submit to him!
Too bad Tang San didn't know that Ye Qiu was a great actor; all that shock was fake.
"Goodbye, Xiao San!" Xiao Wu greeted Tang San. When she turned back, Ye Qiu had already walked some distance away. Xiao Wu stomped her foot and had to trot after Ye Qiu.
"Ye, Ye Qiu, wait up! Wait for Xiao Wu, please!"
"Run faster yourself!"
Ye Qiu didn't slow his pace because of Xiao Wu's calls.
He needed Xiao Wu to understand that sometimes, no matter how fast he moved forward, he wouldn't stop just because she told him not to.
Watching the two of them leave, and listening to their bickering, Tang San couldn't help but force a wry smile. It seemed only Ye Qiu could handle Xiao Wu. However, the way Xiao Wu was clinging to Ye Qiu as she chased after him made the smile on Tang San's face stiffen involuntarily.
After going to Grandpa Jack's place to get dinner, and confirming there was no rabbit meat, Xiao Wu visibly breathed a sigh of relief. With one hand carrying the food and the other hooked around Ye Qiu's arm, they walked down the road, looking like a young couple.
Looking at the hand holding the food, Xiao Wu curiously asked Ye Qiu, "Ye Qiu, how did Tang San get those sleeve arrows?"
"I'll tell you later," Ye Qiu said, glancing at her. His pace didn't falter, but his arm, hidden in his sleeve, had already undergone Martial Soul fusion.
Hidden Weapons also had gaps. As long as there were gaps, poison could seep in. Ye Qiu could easily figure out the internal structure.
Ye Qiu already knew what Tang San was thinking, but a small Silent Sleeve Arrow wasn't enough to satisfy Ye Qiu's appetite.
Besides, with Xiao Wu around, especially since Tang Hao knew her identity, their relationship was destined to be irreconcilable unless father and son were willing to give up their hundred-thousand-year soul ring and soul bone.
Not to mention, he had secretly joined the Spirit Hall.
"Oh..." Xiao Wu nodded dejectedly, no longer speaking. She tightly clutched Ye Qiu's sleeve, following closely by his side.
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