Chapter 610

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Protagonist:

Xu Changqing

Subsequently, Xu Changqing and his companions were invited into the Bamboo Hut.

The moment Linglong entered, she clung to Zhu Fuxian, calling out "Grandpa" incessantly.

At first he was not quite used to it, but the longer she called, the more he enjoyed it, until finally he couldn't stop smiling.

After a long absence, he once again felt the "joy of family bonds."

Although Xu Changqing and the others were not blood relatives, at this moment they were better than kin.

Originally, Zhu Fuxian had no snacks here; seeing three small children, and Linglong being the clingiest, he thought it over and simply took out some spirit plant seeds.

Triangular, emerald green.

Each was only the size of a fingernail.

Xu Changqing exclaimed in surprise: "Qingtong Crystal?"

This is the seed of a rare spirit plant.

Its exterior is thin as a cicada's wing, its interior holds a drop of transparent liquid, containing a faint life force.

Because its shape resembles the eyes of a Qingluan bird, it is also called Qingluan's Eye; its current market price is roughly five hundred middle-grade spirit stones per seed.

This handful has no fewer than twenty or thirty seeds, worth at least ten thousand middle-grade spirit stones.

Things people outside would fight madly for, unexpectedly used by Zhu Fuxian as snacks for children.

"Delicious, sweet!"

"Tastes like candy, but not too sweet!"

"Indeed quite tasty, pity there's so few!"

The three little ones ate happily, not knowing at all how precious they were.

Xu Changqing watched with a greedy look, reached out, picked one up and popped it into his mouth; his teeth gently bit down, it split with a crisp "crack," and then a slightly viscous liquid slowly seeped through the crack into his mouth, spreading out.

A slight sweetness, and a lasting aftertaste.

In terms of texture, flavor, and other aspects, it was indeed delicious.

Xu Changqing reached for a second one, but Zhu Fuxian glared: "How old are you, still snatching children's snacks?"

Xu Changqing laughed sheepishly: "In front of you, I'll always be a child!"

He thought Zhu Fuxian would get angry at those words, but instead he froze for a moment, then his gaze softened, and he waved his hand: "Forget it, if you like it, eat it."

Seeing his reaction, Xu Changqing also froze for a moment, then picked up a Qingtong Crystal and held it in his hand, only he didn't eat it, instead rubbing it back and forth with his fingers.

After a while, the three little ones had eaten their fill and started running around everywhere.

Finally they ran out of the Bamboo Hut, frolicking and rolling in the snow.

Xu Changqing and Zhu Fuxian did not stop them, but stood at the doorway smiling as they watched.

At this moment, Zhu Fuxian spoke leisurely: "Xiao Xu, after the New Year I will move to Qingmu Peak; then the Spirit Field will be completely handed over to you."

Xu Changqing heard this and took a deep breath: "This fast?"

Zhu Fuxian said with a calm expression: "I've guarded the Spirit Field for several hundred years; it's long past time I let it go!"

Xu Changqing opened his mouth to say something, but the words reached his lips and he swallowed them back, feeling a complex bitterness in his heart.

Zhu Fuxian patted his shoulder: "You're still young, you have more choices in the future; if you don't want to keep guarding it, you must leave in time.

Don't end up like me, seemingly guarding the Spirit Field, but actually trapped here."

Xu Changqing nodded forcefully: "I... understand."

Zhu Fuxian continued: "Your Ruo Qunshuang I think is not bad; although her aptitude is a bit lacking, at least she cares deeply for you.

In the future, if the chance arises, you can consider having a child."

Xu Changqing twisted his mouth, revealing a complex smile: "Then you give my future child a name."

Zhu Fuxian thought for a moment: "I won't presume to choose the formal name, but for a nickname I have some thoughts, perhaps I can give you a suggestion."

Xu Changqing asked curiously: "What name?"

Zhu Fuxian replied: "Hehe, Suisui!"

Xu Changqing nodded: "Good name."

Next, the two just stood at the doorway like that, watching the heavy snow fall rustlingly, each silent for a good long while.

Until the three little ones played until their nose tips were bright red, and Linglong even ran over tugging Xu Changqing's hem, clamoring to go home.

Seeing this, Zhu Fuxian spoke again, the wrinkles on his face blooming, smiling at him: "From now on, no need to come find me to greet the New Year!"

These words spoken, Xu Changqing's heart tightened, he suddenly thought of something, then stared at the other for a long time, only then staggering down the steps: "Linglong, Xiang'er, Feng'er, let's go home!"

After walking out the Fence Gate, he looked back.

He saw that in the snow-covered Spirit Field, only four people's footprints remained.

And Zhu Fuxian, who had been standing opposite, now had no trace to be found.

Seeing this, Xu Changqing shook his head, then summoned Broken Moon Flowing Frost, brought the three little ones, and rose into the sky.

When they arrived at Zhang Su's home, they discovered there was not a single person inside.

Moreover the main gate was tightly shut; it looked like they had left quite a while ago.

Nevertheless, Xu Changqing still delivered the gifts he carried to their doorstep, only then bringing the three little ones back to Hongfeng Valley.

Compared to when they left, it was much livelier here.

Hu Bugui, Zhao Ziyue, Miao Huayu, even Li Muyao and Lin Xiaoman had all come.

The moment Sun Shangxiang saw Li Muyao, she immediately ran over excitedly: "Senior Brother!"

Xu Zhangqing was pulled along by Lao Hu and Lao Zhao, wanting to go fish in the frozen pond.

Miao Huayu sat alone at the window, staring blankly at the snowy scenery outside.

It was Lin Xiaoman's first time coming here; she appeared very nervous, and because she didn't dare speak, she could only sit honestly on the chair.

Originally she hadn't planned to come here; after all, they had only met once, and coming rashly would likely cause the other party's displeasure.

It was because she suddenly ran into Miao Huayu, and then was brought over.

Linglong held the black cat, brought along Wangwang and Wangzai, and followed behind the fortress patrolling the "territory".

Lin Feng looked left and right, seeing everyone had things to do, only he himself didn't know what to do, and his mood suddenly became somewhat low.

Unexpectedly, a warm hand came down, pressing on his head.

Lin Feng looked up and said in surprise: "Master's Wife!"

Ruo Qunshuang asked with a smile in her eyes: "Are you hungry?"

Lin Feng hesitated slightly: "Still... still okay."

Ruo Qunshuang placed a roasted spirit potato in his hand: "Eat a little first."

Lin Feng held it while thanking: "Thank you, Master's Wife!"

Ruo Qunshuang said tenderly: "There are quite a few guests this year; Qing Ge has no time to look after you all."

Lin Feng made an "mm" sound and said: "Master's Wife, rest assured, I'm already a big kid!"

In the following time, people came to pay New Year's visits one after another.

Among them, most Xu Zhangqing didn't recognize; a minority had met once.

There were also a few who were spirit farmers from the Spirit Field, barely able to count as familiar faces.

Even Zhao Ying, whom he'd known the earliest, now brought his Dao Companion and son Zhao Mingyuan.

"Remember back then, we got promoted together; now things remain but people have changed, ah!"

"Indeed, in the end only us are still in the Spirit Field."

"Is Zhao Ziyao not in the Spirit Field either?"

"He left two years ago; now he serves as a Field Spirit Official in the Mortal World!"

"Mm... also not a bad choice; at least the second half of life is without worry."

As night fell, the entire Hongfeng Valley was decked with lanterns and colored banners, bustling and extraordinary!