Chapter 113 - Chapter 113

Although the interaction was brief, it was clear that the creature knew this human would not harm it. Moreover, as long as it lay on her shoulder, the little fox dared not bite her anymore. Jiang Xuxu's eyes softened slightly as she looked at the palm-sized little plump radish on her shoulder. Still, she instructed it, "Don't run off. If you behave, I'll take you to see your mother before your reincarnation." The little plump radish seemed to understand her words, flapping its tiny short hands, apparently wanting to hug her. Jiang Xuxu paid it no attention. She walked to the table and studied the millennial Thunderstruck Wood her master had left. The wood was charred black, with ravines and patterns sprawling across the branches, scorched by thunderous fires. Jiang Xuxu had once asked her master why her Thunderstruck Wood was not made into a magical instrument. Her master had replied, "This piece of Thunderstruck Wood was found specifically for you. However, it's not yet time to give it to you. Once you are free from the constraints of the Guan family's destiny, you can then craft it into the magical instrument of your choosing." The Guan family had raised her for eighteen years, using her destiny to shield Guan Ruirui from calamities, with fates intertwined, difficult to unravel. Therefore, she could only sever ties with the Guan family step by step. Taking on the major calamity of a car accident for Guan Ruirui was repaying a favor. Settling the upbringing costs for eighteen years was repaying a debt. Severing official ties with the Guan family was breaking off affections. Now that her debts and obligations were settled, as her master had said, she had received the Thunderstruck Wood he had prepared for her. Jiang Xuxu pondered for a moment before taking out a cinnabar pen to sketch the desired shape on one of the branches. Crafting a magical instrument was no simple task. The runes had to follow the grain of the thunder pattern, with the carving, polishing, and consecration of the runes all demanding the expenditure of spiritual energy, not something that could be achieved overnight. Jiang Xuxu looked at her makeshift desk. After a moment of thought, she decided to move her belongings from the rental house. The Jiang family's villa had no shortage of rooms, especially since the room she was in was an en-suite. Initially designed for the convenience of the nanny to look after the child, a bed was also installed outside. Although it was later moved, it was primarily used for storing toys. Jiang Xuxu had not planned to stay long-term, but now that she had returned and decided to settle in, it was time to furnish properly. However, there was no rush for these things. After tidying up, Jiang Xuxu ordered some items online from the spiritual website before going to bed with Little Beauty and the little plump radish. The next day, she came downstairs. Although it was still the holiday season, the Jiang family did not have the habit of letting children sleep in. As soon as Jiang Xuxu came downstairs, she saw Jiang Han sitting next to Lu Xueqi, whispering something to her. Catching a glimpse of her out of the corner of his eye, he suddenly seemed to think of something and abruptly shut his mouth. Next to him, Jiang Cheng felt inexplicable and followed his gaze toward the stairs. Upon seeing Jiang Xuxu, he did not display any obvious aversion but merely nodded coldly and shifted his gaze. Instead, it was Lu Xueqi who walked over to her with a smile and said, "Xuxu, I heard you led people to the teaching building to save me that day. I haven't had the chance to thank you properly. Now that you're home today, what about I cook for you at noon as a token of gratitude? What would you like to eat?" Jiang Xuxu's brow quirked slightly as she glanced at Lu Xueqi and her "left and right guardians," her eyes remaining indifferent, "No need." Lu Xueqi's face fell at her response, but she persisted, "Don't be polite with me. I've studied cooking. Though I'm not a master, it's still edible. Tell me what you would like to eat..." "I said no need," Jiang Xuxu interrupted, her demeanor still calm. Lu Xueqi's voice became hoarse. Before she could speak again, Jiang Cheng and Jiang Han next to her had simultaneously darkened their expressions. Jiang Cheng was especially displeased, "Jiang Xuxu, Xueqi is making a special effort to cook for you to express her gratitude. What is this attitude?" Jiang Han also wanted to chide her but abruptly saw Jiang Xuxu's almond-shaped eyes sweeping over them. Feeling a jolt in his heart, the words at the tip of his tongue were forcefully swallowed back, and his lips sealed tight.