"Brother~ wake up! The sun's going to burn your little bottom!"

A clear and melodious child's voice rang in his ears, and with a slight sway, Zhao Chuan slowly opened his eyes.

He looked sleepily at the familiar and adorable chubby little face in front of him, and a warm smile unconsciously appeared on his lips.

Jiang Li was pouting her pink lips, sitting on Zhao Chuan's stomach, her hands tightly gripping his shoulders, and rocking him back and forth vigorously.

Her big, round eyes sparkled with mischief and excitement.

"Hey, stop shaking me! My brother's awake, he's really awake!"

Zhao Chuan's gentle and pleasant voice came through, carrying a hint of urgency and coquettishness.

Zhao Chuan quickly reached out and tightly embraced Jiang Li's slender waist, then gently placed her on his broad, sturdy shoulders.

Then, he playfully patted Jiang Li's round and perky buttocks.

"Ugh! You're so mean, you stinky brother, how could you do this?!"

As a slight pain shot through her, Jiang Li's cheeks instantly turned a deep crimson, like those of a ripe apple.

She was both embarrassed and annoyed, and playfully swung her small fists at Zhao Chuan's broad back, punching him wildly.

"Hehe, this time the sun really got some sun on your cute little bottom!"

Zhao Chuan, however, didn't take it to heart and instead teased him with a grin.

After saying that, he leisurely put on his shoes.

"You rascal! It's clearly you who loves to stay in bed, you lazybones! Let me go right now!"

Jiang Li pouted and muttered angrily.

"Alright, alright, my little princess, I'll put you down now."

Zhao Chuan responded with a doting expression, then carefully and gently put Jiang Li down from his arms, his movements as tender as if he were holding an incomparably precious treasure.

Then, he turned and walked towards the bathroom to wash up.

"Brother, remember to come for breakfast after you've finished washing up!"

As Jiang Li spoke, she placed the sumptuous breakfast she had already bought on the table and arranged it neatly.

"Yes, I understand."

Zhao Chuan readily agreed, secretly pondering to himself:

Although I have successfully broken through the Tribulation Transcending stage and no longer need food, as a human being, I still find it hard to resist the temptation of delicious food!

After breakfast, Jiang Li nestled in Zhao Chuan's arms, feeling an indescribable sense of happiness.

Perhaps it was this concern, or perhaps it was his trust, that made her feel safe.

"Xiao Li, are you going to sleep?"

Zhao Chuan held Jiang Li carefully and said.

"No, I'm just feeling like I have an older brother. Thank you!"

Jiang Li placed her hand on his shoulder, her deep gaze meeting Zhao Chuan's cheek, and spoke with a slightly flushed happiness.

"Jiang Li!"

Zhao Chuan stared at Jiang Li, his gaze revealing a loneliness similar to that of Fu Ningna but even deeper, mixed with the pain of betrayal, abandonment, and endless suffering from illness.

That look in his eyes seemed to belong to a soul that had endured many hardships, struggling alone in the darkness.

"It's alright, brother, I've become incredibly powerful now! Look, my control over this Eye of God is getting stronger and stronger, and I can help you with it in the future!"

Jiang Li raised her small palm, and a cool and refreshing elemental power quickly gathered in her palm.

She proudly waved her hand in front of Zhao Chuan, as if to tell him that she had also become stronger.

"Yes, my little Li is truly the best! I believe she will definitely become a great help to her brother in the future."

Zhao Chuan smiled as he looked at Jiang Li's small hand, then gently extended his large hand and softly grasped her small hand.

Their hands clasped tightly together, their fingers intertwined. In an instant, the icy elemental power flowed into their skin, bringing a wonderful feeling that was both cool and warm.

"Hehe, brother, time flies! I have to hurry over to Master's place."

Jiang Li lightly jumped off Zhao Chuan's lap, winked mischievously, and turned to run towards the door.

After Jiang Li left, Zhao Chuan stared blankly at the remaining ice elemental power in his hand.

Is Mr. Zhao Chuan here?

While Zhao Chuan was still thinking, he first heard a crisp knock on the door, followed by a woman's voice.

"I'm here, what is it?"

Zhao Chuan got up, straightened his clothes, and said to the door.

“Mr. Zhao Chuan, I am Bai Shi. Do you remember me? Ning Guang heard that you have returned to Liyue and has some things she would like to ask you for help with.”

Bai Shi said sincerely.

"Hmph, she found out quickly. It seems she did a lot of research on me. I understand. You can go back now. I'll be there in a bit."

Zhao Chuan said in a cold tone.

"Ok!"

After Bai Shi finished speaking, he left.

A while later, at the Jade Pavilion...

A figure slowly descended from the sky; it was Zhao Chuan.

His movements were graceful, as if he were an immortal descending to earth.

Upon seeing Zhao Chuan, the guards in front of the Qunyu Pavilion made way for him, their faces showing respect.

Zhao Chuan entered the Qunyu Pavilion without any hindrance and went straight to the study.

He walked confidently to the study door, knocked, and a familiar voice came from inside: "Come in!" Hearing this voice, Zhao Chuan's lips curled up slightly, and he pushed open the door and went in.

"I heard that Lady Ningguang is looking for me. What is the matter?"

After entering, Zhao Chuan casually closed the door and said with a teasing tone.

"Zhao Chuan!"

Before Zhao Chuan could react, Ning Guang rushed over and hugged him tightly.

"What’s wrong with you!"

Zhao Chuan hugged Ning Guang back and patted her on the back, asking with some confusion.

"I almost thought something had happened to you, I was so worried, and you didn't even send a letter."

Ningguang hugged him tighter as she spoke, and the weariness in her heart began to dissipate. The two of them held each other tightly, enjoying each other's warmth and care.

after a while……

"Is that so? I was wondering why someone came to Liyue demanding someone back. It turns out our Demon Lord has kidnapped someone."

Ningguang chuckled softly.

"Oh, there's a reason for that."

Zhao Chuan scratched his head awkwardly and said.

Zhao Chuan then chatted with Ningguang about some interesting things about Fontainebleau.

In the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, Baiwen came to the study and mentioned that someone from Fontaine wanted to cooperate. So, Zhao Chuan returned to his room to start cultivating, while Ningguang went to discuss the cooperation. The Lantern Festival was just a few days away, and Keqing, Ningguang, and others were in charge of reviewing all the program arrangements.

After Zhao Chuan finished his cultivation, it was already the next morning. Seeing that Ningguang had gone to check the warehouse inventory early, he went to Wanmintang to find something to eat.

As he was thinking, Zhao Chuan got up and flew towards Wanmin Hall.

Liyue Harbor...

"Have you heard? A new god has arrived in Liyue."

A young man in a long robe looked left and right to make sure there were no other people around, and then said to his friend beside him.

"No way, right? After the death of the Geo Emperor, Liyue entered an era of human rule. How could there be a new god?"

Another man in a black trench coat said.

"It's obvious you haven't been out and about. The news about Fontaine demanding people a few months ago was all over the place. People were saying that our gods had kidnapped the gods of Fontaine. Isn't that enough to prove it?"

The young man in the long robe waved his hand and said.

"Didn't the officials say that this was a complete fabrication, and they even asked the officials from Fontainebleau to go back?"

An old man said while drinking his wine.

"Sigh, putting aside the Liyue Septally's rejection, have you noticed that when I went to worship the Geo Emperor, my prayers for simple things seemed to come true? I think either a new god has arrived, or our Geo Emperor is still alive."

The young man got more and more excited as he spoke, and his analysis made the two people present exchange incredulous glances.

“You three are quite the ladies. I just heard you mention a new god. Could you tell me about it?”

As soon as Zhao Chuan stepped into the Wanmin Hall, he happened to overhear these people talking about the new god, which immediately aroused his curiosity.

"Oh? Who are you? You look unfamiliar, but you're quite good-looking. Since you'd like to hear, sit down and let's chat."

One of them answered.

And so, the four of them chatted happily at the dinner table, sharing all sorts of interesting stories about God.

In high spirits, they ordered several dishes and wines and continued their conversation.

At this moment, Zhao Chuan was no longer a high and mighty god, but was chatting and laughing with them, as if he had become an ordinary mortal, talking with them about trivial matters of life and family affairs.

After several rounds of drinks, all three people present were completely drunk and unconscious.

Just as Zhao Chuan was about to get up to pay the bill, he suddenly heard a familiar voice.

"Shen He!"

He was startled. Had he run into someone he knew? Or should he pretend he hadn't seen them?

So he sat down again, pretending to continue drinking, while using his divine sense to search for the source of the sound.

"Welcome! Long time no see. What would you like to eat?"

Shen He turned around and saw a familiar old friend. He went up to greet him warmly, but the words he was about to say felt a little strange.

"Don't say (the welcoming lines for customers) and (the greetings) together."

Paimon, hands on his hips, looked sharply at Shen He and said.

"Long time no see, Shen He."

Ying said gently.

"Okay, I understand... And this is..."

Shen He nodded in reply, and then noticed a stranger behind Ying, who looked somewhat familiar at first glance.

"This is Miss Xianyun!"

Paimon floated up behind Liu Yun with a mischievous grin and said something. Before he could finish speaking, Shen He's eyes flashed with surprise.

"Master!"

Shen He firmly believed in the answer in his heart and shouted to Liu Yun, who had transformed into human form.

Zhao Chuan, still at the dinner table, smiled with satisfaction.

It seems Shen He has grown up, but he still has some social skills to learn.

"Hey!"

Paimon was a little surprised. So that's how he found out. I was so naive to think she was a new friend. Paimon struggled internally and almost cried out of embarrassment.

"Hmm! I don't recall you ever seeing me like this before. How did you recognize me at a glance?"

Liu Yun was somewhat puzzled as to why his usually aloof disciple had suddenly become enlightened.

"Having spent more than ten years together, I can still recognize my master no matter what he looks like."

Shen He said expressionlessly, but those few words actually moved Liu Yun, who was an immortal.

"Haha, Liu Yun, you can cry too."

At this moment, Zhao Chuan, who couldn't hold back any longer, flashed to Shen He's side and laughed.

"Hey, Zhao Chuan, what are you doing here? How come you're laughing at such a touching scene?"

Paimon said with a disdainful look.

"Zhao Chuan, I didn't cry, I was just feeling a bit emotional. You're not allowed to spread rumors."

Liu Yun gave Zhao Chuan a murderous look, which made Zhao Chuan feel a chill and immediately shut his mouth.

"What's wrong, Master? You..."

Shen He looked at the group with some confusion, then glanced at his master's eyes and said.

"It's nothing. I saw your letter and knew you were working in Liyue Harbor, so I came to check on you."

Liu Yun said with relief.

"Ying, let's go, let them have a good talk."

Zhao Chuan said to Ying.

"Yeah, too."

Ying nodded in agreement with Zhao Chuan's words.

A corner...

"Zhao Chuan, you've been missing ever since we met during the Fontaine Crisis. What's going on?"

Paimon raised a question.

Zhao Chuan reluctantly revealed some things he knew.

"So, you took another risk!"

Ying felt a pang of sympathy after hearing Zhao Chuan's story, but she also felt that the person in front of her was too strong, and that she was still somewhat lacking compared to herself.

"It's okay, I'm perfectly fine!"

Zhao Chuan shook his head and said indifferently.

"So what brings you back this time?"

Ying took Zhao Chuan's hand and said.

"Haha, of course I'll celebrate the holiday with you."

Zhao Chuan then took Ying's hand and kissed the back of it.

"Ugh, you guys are so greasy, I can't stand it anymore, I'm going to find Liu Yun."

Paimon, speechless, noticed the strange looks in their eyes and immediately made a hasty retreat.

Zhao Chuan gently took Ying's fair and soft hand, and the two stepped into the void together, flying towards the sky.

Their bodies moved lightly through the clouds, as if they were walking on clouds.

The clouds beneath my feet are as soft as cotton, giving me a dreamlike feeling.

When they reached a certain altitude, Zhao Chuan stopped and stood steadily on the clouds.

He turned his head and looked at the distant mountains with Ying.

The sight before them left them in awe.

The mountain range stretches endlessly, shrouded in clouds and mist, resembling a mysterious and beautiful painting.

The mountain peaks soar into the clouds, and the mist drifts among them, adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the entire scene.

Faced with this magnificent scenery, Zhao Chuan and Ying both felt their own insignificance and triviality.

They quietly admired it all, their hearts filled with awe for nature.

This place feels like a secluded paradise, where one can forget the troubles and noise of the world.

Zhao Chuan took a deep breath, enjoying the fresh air, and felt exceptionally relaxed.

He turned to look at Ying beside him, and saw that her face was beaming with a happy smile and her eyes were sparkling.

At that moment, he felt that everything he had done was worthwhile, just to see her so happy.

They lingered above the clouds for a while longer, enjoying this rare moment of tranquility.

Finally, Zhao Chuan took Ying's hand again and slowly flew back to the ground with her. Ying looked back at the clouds in the sky, reminiscing about the scenery just now, but then she remembered the time she and her brother had traveled through the sea of ​​stars, and her face showed some disappointment. In order not to arouse Zhao Chuan's suspicion, she put on a happy expression again.

"Have you finished talking? Liu Yun and Shen He are hungry and are calling us to go eat."

Paimon floated over, a hint of anticipation on his face, his hands unconsciously rubbing together.

"You guys go ahead, I've already eaten. I'm going to Qunyu Pavilion now, I have some things to take care of."

Zhao Chuan shook his head slightly, a hint of determination in his eyes.

"Okay, be careful."

Ying gazed at Zhao Chuan's face, her eyes filled with concern and tenderness.

She walked gently towards Zhao Chuan, tiptoed slightly, and gave him a light kiss on the lips.

In that instant, a barely perceptible blush appeared on Zhao Chuan's face.

After the kiss, Ying smiled at Zhao Chuan, her eyes sparkling, as if to say:

"You must return safely."

Then she turned and left with Paimon, her steps light and graceful.

As Zhao Chuan watched their departing figures, a warm feeling welled up in his heart.

He took a deep breath, composed himself, and then walked towards the Qunyu Pavilion with firm and powerful steps.

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