Bun had yet to awaken his spiritual power cultivation, so his perception of danger was not as strong as Sweetcake's.
When he heard Sweetcake crying, he opened her eyes. Realizing that something was wrong, he lifted the blanket from her body and stood up.
Bun was more mature than Sweetcake and immediately understood the current dangerous situation. He shielded Sweetcake behind him and used his small body to block Sweetcake's view.
"Don't look if you're afraid. Close your eyes and count sheep. Mother and Father will be here soon."
For his part, he maintained a calmness that belied his age. His mind raced as he wondered what he would do to protect Sweetcake if those people got close.
His gaze landed on the small black shadow that was entangled with those people, and his pupils trembled.
It was him—the little boy that his father had asked the secret guards to save at the auction.
Why was he here?
