As a symbiotic being, I raise children amidst the chaos.

Mei, who was standing to the side, was initially overjoyed to see the reunion, but after hearing Kiana's heartfelt confession, the excitement she felt for the return of her former love gradually faded.

For some reason, a strange emotion began to slowly grow and spread in her heart... Bronya glanced at Kiana without leaving a trace, her fair and delicate hands clenching slightly.

She seemed to be trying to grasp something, but after only a moment, she slowly let go. At the same time, the corners of her mouth turned up slightly, outlining a subtle yet confident curve.

Just then, Chen Yuan, who had been standing quietly to the side, suddenly smiled slightly, his gentle gaze falling on Kiana. He then spoke softly.

“I know you’ve been working very hard lately. Theresa has told me everything.” As soon as she finished speaking, Kiana looked at Chen Yuan with some surprise.

Then, Chen Yuan continued, "However, you don't need to push yourself too hard. You should know that growth is a long and gradual process, so just take it slow."

"No matter when or where, I will always be by your side to support you." Upon hearing these words, Kiana's tense nerves instantly relaxed, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

Taking a deep breath, Kiana tried to calm her excited emotions. Then, a bright smile bloomed on her face, and she clung tightly to Chenyuan like a koala once again.

"What are we having for dinner tonight?" Kiana tilted her head back, blinked her bright eyes, and said with a hint of coquetry in her voice, "I've been studying all day, and my stomach is growling!"

Hearing this, Chen Yuan looked down at the adorable girl in his arms, gently stroked Kiana's delicate nose with his right hand, and replied with a smile,

"You little glutton, you're such a sweet tooth! Hmm... tonight I've just prepared some ordinary home-cooked dishes, nothing special."

After the farce that everyone was having, everyone returned to their normal routines. Kiana and Bronya started doing their homework, while Raiden Mei went into the kitchen to help Chen Yuan.

Time flew by, and before they knew it, it was time for Himeko and the others to return. When they saw Chen Yuan appear before them safe and sound, everyone couldn't help but show their joy.

Himeko, in particular, quickly stepped forward and gave Chenyuan a big hug, saying happily, "You're finally back! We were all so worried about you!" Then came a burst of laughter and playful banter.

After a lively gathering, night quietly fell. Everyone celebrated this moment of reunion with a simple but joyful dinner.

Everyone sat together, enjoying the food and sharing their recent experiences and anecdotes, filling the room with a warm and joyful atmosphere.

Even after dinner, the lively atmosphere in the dormitory didn't diminish at all. Kiana and Bronya were seen sitting around the game console, engrossed in their game and chanting slogans to cheer themselves on.

Mei and Fu Hua took the initiative to clean the dishes and tidy the kitchen, while the Yae Sakura sisters sat quietly to the side watching TV, occasionally letting out a soft laugh.

Himeko and Wendy huddled together, diligently reviewing the textbook materials they would need for tomorrow's class, occasionally exchanging a few words in hushed tones. Only Chenyuan and Theresa were relatively relaxed, sitting quietly on the sofa, watching the others busily working.

At this moment, Theresa gently shook her head and said to Chenyuan in a slightly teasing tone, "If this continues, Kiana and the others will be spoiled rotten by you!"

After saying that, a playful smile appeared on her face. She then added, "But thinking about it carefully, it makes sense. Back in the day, wasn't I spoiled by you all the way through?"

Hearing this, Chen Yuan couldn't help but laugh out loud. He glanced gently at the group of people who were playing and laughing, and then replied, "As long as everyone is happy, what's wrong with spoiling them a little?"

"Auntie! Are you talking bad about me again?!" Kiana rushed over, her big, bright eyes wide with suspicion as she looked at the two of them.

While shouting loudly, she happily shoved the cake in her hand into her mouth and took a big bite. However, this bite was disastrous; the soft cream instantly sprayed all over every corner of her cherry-like mouth.

"Kiana, eat slowly, be careful not to choke." Seeing this, Chen Yuan couldn't help but shake his head, a helpless smile on his face.

Then, a hand slowly extended, and a symbiote quickly slid out from the sleeve, precisely grabbing a tissue from the table and gently wiping Kiana's cream-smeared lips.

"We weren't saying anything bad about you, we were just talking about your recent progress in training."

"Hmph! You have no idea how hard I work!" Kiana pouted, put her hands on her hips, and proudly puffed out her chest when she heard this.

"I get up early and go to bed late every day, training hard, all so that I can become stronger and become a true top-tier Valkyrie!"

"Yes, yes, of course Kiana is the most hardworking and the best!" Himeko chimed in with a smile, not forgetting to wink at Kiana with a hint of teasing in her tone. "Otherwise, she wouldn't have passed, would she?"

"Hmph, Aunt Himeko... no, teacher, how could you say that to me!" Kiana's original address was interrupted by Himeko's oppressive and unfriendly gaze.

It was as if an invisible hand had gripped her throat, forcing her to swallow her words back. She pouted, muttering under her breath, "Always bringing up people's past, it's so unfair!"

At this moment, Chen Yuan chuckled softly, shook his head slowly, and looked at Kiana with encouraging eyes, "Alright, Kiana. Actually, you are much stronger than you imagine."

"As long as you stay firm in your beliefs, forge ahead bravely, and keep moving towards your goal, I believe that one day you will definitely reach the other side of success."

Just as everyone was lost in thought, Theresa suddenly cleared her throat and interjected. She said with a serious expression, "Ahem, although the current atmosphere doesn't seem quite right for these words, I still have to solemnly remind everyone."

“True strength does not depend solely on an individual, but also on the collaboration and cooperation of the entire team.”

"It's like the games you play with Bronya every day; each character has a unique and indispensable role."

"If everyone can perform their duties and fulfill their responsibilities, then we will be able to go further and further on this long road until we finally realize our dreams."

"But... I really want to become the strongest!" After hearing these words, Kiana slowly lowered her head, staring at her slightly immature hands, and murmured to herself.

"Just like the mortal world, it possesses a power strong enough to protect everything. I also yearn to protect those I cherish so much, to prevent them from suffering any harm."

“Indeed, Kiana.” Theresa chuckled softly after hearing this, a rare hint of relief in her eyes. “This world is full of unknowns and variables, and there will always be an ever-growing number of even more powerful enemies.”

"Perhaps your strength can indeed come in handy at certain times. But there are always things you can't do on your own."

Just then, Chen Yuan, who had been listening quietly, spoke up at just the right moment, "Kiana, Theresa is right. Even I often need your help and support."

"Indeed, it is crucial to strive to improve your own abilities, but at the same time, you must never neglect the people who have always been there for you and care about you."

Upon hearing this, Kiana was slightly taken aback, then fell into a long silence as if petrified. Chen Yuan, on the other hand, took all of this in stride, a faint smile playing on his lips.

In his view, Kiana was already excellent enough at this moment and needed no further changes. After all, the world had changed because of his arrival, and he would never allow Kiana to repeat the suffering of the original story.

"Master Chen, do you have a moment to spare?" Just then, Fu Hua, who had just finished washing the dishes, slowly walked out of the kitchen. When she reached Chen Yuan's side, she leaned down slightly, lowered her voice, and whispered, "I have some important matters I would like to discuss with you."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yuan's heart skipped a beat, and he instantly guessed the purpose of Chen Yuan's visit. With a calm expression, he nodded slightly and replied, "I understand. I will go to your room when it is deep into the night, and we will talk then."

Time slipped by unnoticed, and before we knew it, night had fallen like a thick black curtain. One by one, the lights in the dormitory went out, and the surroundings fell into silence, broken only by the occasional chirping of insects.

As all was quiet, Chen Yuan, as promised, silently arrived at Fu Hua's door. He gently raised his right hand, curled his fingers, and softly knocked. The knock echoed clearly in the silent corridor. "Fu Hua, I'm here."

Fu Hua's calm voice, as always, soon came from inside the room, "Master Chen, just come in." After receiving permission, Chen Yuan reached out and grasped the doorknob, gently pushed it open, and the door swung open.

Upon entering the room, one sees Fu Hua sitting upright at her desk, with a sheet of white paper on the table. She holds a pen in her hand, seemingly drawing something.

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