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Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Xiao Ling (萧灵) |
| Alias(es) | Ling'er |
| Gender | Female |
| Affiliation | Xiao family; Soul Forging Village |
| Occupation/Role | Xiao Yan's younger sister |
| First Appearance | Chapter 2 |
Appearance
Xiao Ling is a young girl who wears a floral dress and keeps her hair in two small braids. Her face retains a childlike roundness, and her eyes are described as exceptionally clear and pure. 2
- Floral dress
- Two small braids
- Baby-fat cheeks
- Crystal-clear eyes
Personality
Xiao Ling is lively, mischievous, and food-motivated. Qin Yu considers her difficult to manage compared with the unusually quiet Xiao Yan, calling her a “little demoness”; however, she becomes notably obedient around her older brother. 2
She is deeply attached to Xiao Yan and completely confident in his affection for her. When he is ill, she complains that he will not tell her stories or play with her, but insists that he would never stop liking her. 2
Relationships
- Xiao Yan — Her older brother, whom she adores. He indulges her, promises to protect her, and quietly cares for her while she sleeps. She wants to sleep beside him and says she will marry him when she grows up. 2
- Qin Yu — Her mother. Qin Yu tries to keep her from disturbing the sick Xiao Yan and negotiates with her over dinner and bedtime. 2
- Xiao Zun — Her father, who had brought home mountain chicken shortly before the events of Chapter 2. 2
Story Role / Major Arcs
Xiao Yan's Illness
While Xiao Yan recovers from a fever, Xiao Ling complains that he has slept all day and neglected their usual stories and play. She is asked to remain quiet so that he can rest. 2
That evening, she insists on sleeping with Xiao Yan despite Qin Yu's attempt to have her sleep with their parents. Xiao Yan later finds her asleep, wipes drool from her mouth, and covers her after she has kicked away her blanket. 2
Notable Quotes
“Brother would never stop liking Xiao Ling! Brother said Xiao Ling is the cutest. He'll always protect Xiao Ling. When I grow up, I'm going to marry brother!” 2