"Of course, I went out to find you!"
Qian Renxue quickly walked into the room and gently tapped Qian Renjue's head.
"Ah!"
Qian Renjue raised his hand to cover his head.
Seeing the worry and reproach in Qian Renxue's eyes, he quickly admitted his mistake.
"Sister, Jue won't do it again next time."
"You should remember that!"
Qian Renxue ruffled Qian Renjue's hair, slightly exasperated.
He had just promised not to use his martial soul today, but in the blink of an eye, he had forgotten.
She shot him a glance.
Qian Renxue then looked up at Qian Xunji and spoke in a clear, bright voice.
"Dad."
"Ah, Xiao Xue, you're back just in time."
Qian Xunji smiled, holding a square brocade box.
He handed it to Qian Renxue.
"Take a look at the gift I've prepared for you. If you don't like it, you can exchange it."
"Alright."
Qian Renxue nodded slightly.
As she opened the box, a soft glow reflected in her violet eyes.
Next to her, Qian Renjue suddenly leaned in, their faces touching.
He exclaimed, "Sister, your gift is so exquisite, it's like a mini angel!"
"Haha..."
Qian Xunji couldn't help but laugh heartily, pleased by the child's praise.
Qian Renxue glanced at Qian Renjue beside her.
Her eyes were filled with affection as she lowered her gaze back to the golden necklace in the box.
The centerpiece of the necklace was a pair of interlocking diamonds, with three sets of wings layered like bamboo leaves on either side—golden in color, each piece embedded with flat white diamonds.
Beneath the diamonds, a bright golden hue shimmered through.
As Qian Renjue said, it truly resembled a mini angel.
Qian Xunji explained from the side, "Xiao Xue, this is a storage soul tool. Each white diamond contains eight cubic spaces."
"Thank you, Dad. I really like it."
Qian Renxue smiled up at him, pleased that the gift suited her taste.
Now that her martial soul had awakened, she could use soul tools.
"Sister, let me help you put it on."
Quick as ever, Qian Renjue snatched the necklace before Qian Xunji could act.
He beamed at Qian Renxue.
"Alright."
Qian Renxue smiled and nodded.
She watched as Qian Renjue raised his hands, slowly clasping the soul tool around her neck.
Leaning forward, she kissed him on the cheek.
"Thank you, Jue."
"Hehe..."
Qian Renjue rubbed his cheeks, clearly satisfied.
Now his sister and mom were both here!
Qian Xunji's eye twitched slightly as he watched from the side.
His chance to bond with his daughter had been snatched away.
Even though it was his own son, he felt a little disappointed.
Still, if Xiao Xue was happier this way, it was all that mattered.
"As long as Xiao Xue is happy," Qian Xunji smiled, feeling content.
But when he looked at Qian Renjue, a hint of concern crept into his eyes.
He gently reminded him, "Jue, you should check if your gift meets your expectations too."
"Yes, yes, I'll look at it now!"
Qian Renjue eagerly nodded, picking up a bamboo tube he had set aside.
He shook it, and a rolled-up scroll fell out.
Qian Renjue took the scroll and handed it to Qian Renxue.
"Sister, open it with me."
"Alright."
Qian Renxue nodded slightly.
She too was curious about how Qian Xunji had prepared this gift.
As the scroll unfurled, Qian Xunji grew a bit nervous.
The colorful scroll revealed a brightly lit hall.
In the painting, Bibi Dong held Qian Renjue, while Qian Xunji held Qian Renxue.
They stood on either side of the composition.
At the center, Qian Daoliu sat on a sofa.
It was a beautifully hand-drawn family portrait!
Each family member looked vivid and lifelike, their expressions filled with warmth.
"Amazing!"
Qian Renjue's large violet eyes sparkled, clearly loving the gift.
Qian Renxue's eyes also brightened with excitement.
If only things could truly be like this, it would be wonderful. But… could it really happen?
Qian Renxue couldn't help but glance at Qian Xunji.
She felt a bit worried.
At the same time, thoughts of the Angel God Trial filled her mind, dimming the light in her eyes.
Listening to the laughter around her, Qian Renxue looked at Qian Renjue, her eyes welling up with tears.
At this moment, Qian Xunji didn't notice Qian Renxue's concern and instead breathed a sigh of relief.
When Qian Renjue had asked for this gift, it had been a difficult task.
In the end, he had to commission several paintings before selecting the best and most realistic one.
"Dad, Jue really like this family portrait!" Qian Renjue's voice was filled with joy as he gently stroked the painting.
Family reunions.
It was a wish etched deep in everyone's heart, wasn't it?
"Haha... As long as you like it, Xiao Jue."
Qian Xunji was overjoyed. He stepped forward, hugging both children close.
Watching the siblings gaze at the painting with admiration, a trace of hesitation flickered in his eyes.
Should he try harder as well?
He didn't expect her to forgive him, but at the very least, he hoped she wouldn't take it out on the children.
Qian Xunji stopped thinking further.
He just needed to do his best, and leave the rest to fate.
Smiling warmly, he said, "Alright, we've seen the gifts. Now, come try the cake I made."
Qian Xunji smiled and waved his hand. A single-layer red cake appeared on the table.
The only decoration on it were the characters for "Xue" and "Jue."
Qian Renjue carefully stored away the family portrait, unable to resist a little complaint.
"Dad, this cake looks so plain..."
"Pfft."
Qian Renxue couldn't help but giggle and nodded slightly.
Qian Xunji's face changed a bit, showing a trace of awkwardness.
"Uh, Jue, it's the first cake I've made. I'll get better at it."
"Mhm, I'll finish it all!"
Qian Renjue smiled brightly, nodding earnestly.
"Haha..."
Under the soft candlelight, the playful voices of father and children echoed throughout the room.
Qian Renxue pursed her lips, sticking her tongue out as she licked the cream off Qian Renjue's face.
It was rich, sweet, and full of warmth.
Soon, the night grew late.
After tidying up the room and washing their clothes, Qian Xunji prepared to leave and return to his own residence.
Before leaving, he reminded them, "Xiao Xue, Xiao Jue, you've just awakened your martial souls today. Rest well, and tomorrow I'll take you to get your spirit rings."
"Got it. You rest early too, Dad."
Having finished washing up, Qian Renjue stood at the courtyard gate, waving goodbye to Qian Xunji.
...
The next day.
Qian Renxue and Qian Renjue didn't train in swordsmanship.
After getting up in the morning, they began absorbing soul power to strengthen their bodies, under Qian Renxue's supervision.
The siblings sat cross-legged on the bed, adapting to the tedious process of soul power cultivation.
When it was time, they grabbed their books and headed toward Bibi Dong's courtyard.
While keeping Bibi Dong company, they also trained their Eye of Insight.
"Haha, sister, if you don't run faster, you'll lose!"
Qian Renjue ran ahead, excited about the new day.
But following behind, Qian Renxue felt a bit anxious.
Would Bibi Dong's attitude toward Qian Renjue worsen after being triggered by her presence?
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