After packing up, Su Ming and Xiao Wu walked out of the room, only to run into the same hotel staff from earlier.
The staff member looked at Su Ming and Xiao Wu with a strange expression, especially noticing Xiao Wu's slightly flushed face. He patted Su Ming on the shoulder, laughing mischievously, "Young man, take it easy! We could hear you two from outside earlier!"
Su Ming raised an eyebrow. What are they thinking? I'm only six years old. What could I possibly do? They were training—just training!
Xiao Wu, on the other hand, was blushing deeply with embarrassment.
Once they returned to the academy, Xiao Wu said, "Su Ming, thank you so much for today. I don't know how to repay you."
Su Ming joked, "If you don't know how to repay me, how about marrying me?"
Xiao Wu's face, which had just calmed down, turned red again. "W-What are you talking about? We're only six years old!"
Su Ming grinned, "Alright then, how about being my little sister for now?"
Xiao Wu thought to herself, Little sister? I'm old enough to be your ancestor!
After a moment of thought, Xiao Wu asked, "Su Ming, if many people came after me to kill me in the future, would you protect me?"
Although Xiao Wu already knew Su Ming was aware of her identity as a spirit beast, she still wanted to hear his answer.
Su Ming replied seriously, "Don't worry. If anyone ever dares to hurt or kill you, I'll make sure they pay. And I won't let you get hurt—unless I die first!"
Su Ming knew Xiao Wu was a 100,000-year-old spirit beast, but his words were genuine. Even if his heart and strength weren't mature yet, he had the system, and he was confident that he could protect Xiao Wu.
If anyone tries to hurt Xiao Wu, I'll bring out Susanoo and crush them with a Buddha Top Form!
Xiao Wu smiled and said, "Then I'll be your little sister!"
Su Ming was overjoyed. "From now on, you have to call me big brother!"
"Su Ming-gege!" Xiao Wu called sweetly, though it still felt a bit strange since she was used to being the boss.
Su Ming then made a decision. Taking Xiao Wu by the hand, he quickly led her to a small forest.
Xiao Wu was confused by Su Ming's sudden actions.
Then Su Ming said, "Xiao Wu, I know you're a 100,000-year-old spirit beast in human form!"
Xiao Wu's heart skipped a beat. Why did Su Ming suddenly bring this up?
Seeing Xiao Wu's lack of reaction, Su Ming felt puzzled. Her response isn't right. Why isn't she shocked that I know she's a 100,000-year spirit beast? Something feels off.
"Aren't you surprised?" Su Ming asked.
Realizing she had been too calm, Xiao Wu panicked. Oh no, I should've acted surprised! What should I do?
Quickly adapting, Xiao Wu's eyes welled up with tears. "Su Ming-gege, I just became your little sister. You're not planning to kill me for my spirit ring and bone, are you?"
Seeing Xiao Wu on the verge of tears, Su Ming waved his hands frantically. "Of course not! You're my little sister. I'd never kill you!"
"I told you this because I want you to trust me. Give me some time, and no one will be able to hurt you."
Then, Su Ming told a little lie, "I know you're a 100,000-year-old spirit beast because my eyes are special and can see it."
"I understand now! I trust you," Xiao Wu said, smiling.
The two of them then hugged naturally.
Xiao Wu felt a sense of relief. Now that Su Ming had openly revealed her identity, she no longer had to hide from him, and things didn't need to be so secretive between them.
She smiled inwardly, Su Ming-gege, you're such a fool. The Sharingan can't see through the identity of a spirit beast in human form. If I didn't have your diary, I might have been fooled by you.
But despite the little lie, Xiao Wu didn't feel upset. Instead, it made her feel warm inside.
Hand in hand, they headed off to eat.
If you looked closely, you could see that Su Ming's ears were still red. It was his first time saying such heartfelt things, and he was a bit flustered.
While eating, Su Ming started writing in his diary.
Today's diary entry begins!
[Today, I gave Xiao Wu the remaining body-tempering liquid. It's no use to me anymore, but it's perfect for helping her improve her physique.]
[Those seven bottles should be just right for Xiao Wu. If I'm correct, she's already condensed her first spirit ring, but after using the body-tempering liquid, she should be able to handle a 2,000-year-old spirit ring for her second one.]
The other female protagonists who hadn't obtained spirit rings yet were now a bit envious of Xiao Wu. She had the advantage of being close to Su Ming!
[I also tried cultivating my spiritual power technique today. It was incredibly painful, so I won't be able to practice it frequently for now. But the effects should be great—otherwise, the pain wouldn't be worth it!]
[The happiest thing today was that Xiao Wu agreed to be my little sister! Of course, this is just the first step. Eventually, Xiao Wu will be my wife!]
[All the good things I'm giving her now? Consider them part of my bride price in advance, hehe!]
Although the girls didn't know what a "bride price" was, they understood that Xiao Wu probably couldn't escape Su Ming's grasp.
As for Xiao Wu, she didn't mind so much. She figured things would happen naturally. Su Ming was kind, strong, and handsome—what was there to complain about? For now, she was happy with their current relationship.
[Today, I also confessed to Xiao Wu that I know she's a 100,000-year-old spirit beast. Surprisingly, she wasn't that shocked, which makes me feel like something's off!]
Xiao Wu tensed up when she read this, and the other female protagonists grew nervous too. Did Xiao Wu give herself away?