Chapter 414: The Demon Lord Junzhu's Slacking Daily Life Chapter 507: Changing Address to Call Him Elder Brother

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

However, Yan Si insisted, "Your money is your money, but this is a token of affection from Second Brother and your Second Sister-in-law. Only if you accept it can we rest easy letting you go out."

Qianqian knew she could not refuse, so she had no choice but to accept the banknotes helplessly, saying gratefully, "Thank you, Second Brother, and please thank Second Sister-in-law for me as well."

Yan Si gently stroked her hair and said softly, "You've grown up too, and have your own mind now. Elder Brother doesn't ask for you to be extraordinary; he only hopes you can be safe and sound."

His gaze was gentle and concerned, as if he could see through Qianqian's eyes into the unease in her heart.

Hearing Elder Brother's words, a warm current surged in Qianqian's heart. She raised her head and smiled at Yan Si, "Second Brother, rest assured, I will take good care of myself.

After we leave, you go back and tell Second Sister-in-law to comfort Mother more. Mother listens to her very much, so that will put my mind at ease too."

Seeing Qianqian's determined look, Yan Si knew further persuasion would be useless. He sighed, gave a few more instructions, and then turned to leave.

Night fell, destined to be a sleepless night. Qianqian lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to sleep. Her heart was filled with fear and anxiety toward the unknown; after all, this was her first time traveling far, and there was important business to attend to.

Meanwhile, Yan Jie was too excited to sleep because he was going out with Elder Sister. He kept rolling around in bed, imagining all sorts of interesting things that might happen on the journey, his mood exceptionally cheerful.

And in another room, An Wangfei likewise tossed and turned, unable to sleep. She worried about the two children, not knowing if they would encounter difficulties or dangers on this trip. The thought weighed on her heart like a heavy stone, pressing down heavily.

However, though the night was long, it inevitably passed. When the sun slowly rose and a streak of golden sunlight sprinkled across the earth, a new day announced its arrival.

In the morning, Qianqian got up early and quickly changed into a set of men's clothing. Not only that, she deliberately smudged her face darker, so that she looked like a somewhat short but quite handsome young man.

Qianqian was leisurely eating breakfast in the courtyard when Yan Jie, carrying a small bundle, hurried into her courtyard.

He spotted Qianqian eating at a glance and unceremoniously plopped down right beside her.

The well-trained Mantou, seeing this, very cleverly handed a pair of chopsticks to Yan Jie. Yan Jie said thanks, took the chopsticks, and began eating in big mouthfuls.

Watching Yan Jie wolf down his food, Qianqian couldn't help but feel curious and asked, "Is there no food in your courtyard? Or did your servants mistreat you?"

With his mouth full of food, Yan Jie mumbled, "There is, but eating breakfast together with Elder Sister makes it taste more fragrant!"

Qianqian smiled slightly and nodded, saying, "Mm, after we finish eating, we'll set out.

Remember, when the time comes you can't call me Elder Sister anymore; you have to change your address to Elder Brother, and I'll call you Younger Brother. Understand?"

Yan Jie chewed his food, nodding from time to time to show he was listening to Qianqian. Qianqian continued speaking, and after they finished eating, the two rode out together on horseback. Yan Jie naturally knew how to ride; after all, he came from a military general's family, and although he didn't practice martial arts, he rose early every day to exercise.

Moreover, on his eighth birthday, An Wang gave him a little horse named Xiao Ni. The reason for this name was that when they first met, Xiao Ni's four little hooves were covered in mud.

Watching Qianqian's dashing figure on horseback, Yan Jie couldn't help imagining how wonderful it would be if one day he could ride out to play with Elder Sister. So he resolved to practice riding hard. He never expected it would actually come in handy today.

After the two finished eating, they each led their horses to the gate. Just as they were preparing to depart, they suddenly heard a shout from behind: "Aunt, Aunt, wait for me!" Qianqian turned at the sound and saw Xiao Jing'er running toward her on little legs. She hurried forward and scooped Xiao Jing'er into a tight embrace.

Close behind, Shangguan Xingyu gasped, "Run slower, don't fall!"

Looking at the scene before her, Qianqian couldn't help finding it amusing and said with a smile, "Xiao Jing'er runs really fast!"

Shangguan Xingyu hurriedly explained, "I specially sent Xiao Huang to find out when you two were leaving. Xiao Huang came back and said you'd already gone to the stables to fetch the horses. I got so anxious I hurried over with Xiao Jing'er."

Shangguan Xingyu then complained, "You two are leaving and didn't even send someone to notify us? So we could come see you off."

Qianqian smiled and replied, "Parting always makes people sad. I was afraid Mother would cry, so I didn't dare tell her." Shangguan Xingyu nodded understandingly, "That's true. But don't worry, I'm here with Mother; I'll comfort her well. You just go do what you need to do without worry, but you must remember to come back soon."

Qianqian nodded solemnly, giving an "Mm" to show she remembered. At this moment, Yan Jie, who had been standing to the side, also stepped forward and greeted Qianqian, calling out, "Second Sister-in-law!"

Seeing this, Shangguan Xingyu patted Yan Jie's head and gently instructed, "When you're out there, you must listen to your Elder Sister, and pay attention to your own safety too." Yan Jie nodded obediently, "Got it, Second Sister-in-law."

Just then, Xiao Jing'er hugged Qianqian's neck and planted a loud "smack" kiss on her, then said in a milky voice, "Aunt, Jing'er will miss you!"

Qianqian gently kissed his rosy cheek and said tenderly, "Aunt will miss you too, Xiao Jing'er." Xiao Jing'er clung tightly to Qianqian, little hand grabbing her hem, humming and whimpering, seemingly unwilling to let go.

Watching this, Shangguan Xingyu felt a pang of anxiety; she worried this would delay Qianqian and Yan Jie's journey. So she hurried forward, trying to take Xiao Jing'er from Qianqian's arms.

However, Xiao Jing'er was unwilling; he clung tightly to Qianqian's neck, refusing to let go. Despite using all his strength, he was still too young and was ultimately carried back by Shangguan Xingyu.

Xiao Jing'er looked at Qianqian with a wronged expression, waving his little hands in the air as if bidding her farewell. In a milky voice he said, "Goodbye, Aunt, come back soon!"

At this, Yan Jie suddenly asked, "What about me?" Xiao Jing'er turned his head, glanced at him, and then said solemnly, "Uncle, you have to take good care of my Aunt!"

This remark made everyone present burst into laughter. Qianqian laughed, "This little guy, so young yet so crafty!" Then she stroked Xiao Jing'er's head and comforted him, "When Aunt comes back, I'll bring you lots and lots of delicious treats, okay?"