"Because we promised, remember? You're the one who told me to watch over the children. And I agreed, didn't I? Even when Lian and the others become old grandmothers, I'll still be watching over them."
Compared to the long lives of demons like Albe, a human lifespan would probably pass in the blink of an eye.
"I'll do my best as Lian and the others' big brother, even if I can't take away all of your worries, Qiong Xing."
"Thank you, Albe."
Qiong Xing truly was blessed.
Having people who supported him like this was a genuine stroke of good fortune.
"But don't forget. You are one of my precious family members too, Albe. I'm happy that you're willing to work so hard, but don't push yourself too much. If you collapse, I'll cry, you know."
"Isn't that a bit dramatic?"
Albe laughed as if collapsing was no big deal, but Qiong Xing reminded him that no one ever knew what might happen, so it was better to be careful.
...
"Lian... could you go call Papa Leander for me?"
