Godmother and Aunt

Of course, who was older between Luan Yu and Nan Shui Shui might forever remain a mystery.

Nan Shui Shui looked thoughtfully at Liu Xing and Firefly, then nodded. "I hit it off with little sister right away. If you need any help, just say the word. If I can help, I definitely will."

After their brief time together, Nan Shui Shui could tell that Luan Yu was not someone with ulterior motives. On the contrary, she was rather straightforward, and she was also a Rank 8 Spirit Tool Master. Befriending such a Rank 8 Spirit Tool Master would bring no harm whatsoever to the Earthly Dragon Gate.

Luan Yu said solemnly, "Sister Nan, you know that I came here to search for rare metals in the Far North. It wouldn't be convenient to bring these two little ones along, so I was wondering if Sister Nan could help look after them. Of course, when I return, I will repay you generously."

Nan Shui Shui waved her hand. "What's the big deal? I like these two children too. Qiuqiu has already acknowledged them as her younger brother and sister, so as their mother, I should show some goodwill as well. From now on, let these two children call me Godmother."

Nan Shui Shui had made a fine calculation. By gaining a Godson and Goddaughter for free, she could win over an unaffiliated Rank 8 Spirit Tool Master. It was a guaranteed profit with no loss. Besides, Nan Qiuqiu liked the two little ones as well, so why not?

At those words, Luan Yu's face turned green. She wanted to speak, but stopped; stopped, then wanted to speak again. The two little ones called her Sister, yet if they acknowledged Nan Shui Shui as their Godmother, what would that make her? She would be made a generation younger for no reason at all.

Still, Nan Shui Shui meant well, so Luan Yu had no reason to refuse. Having a Godmother at the Soul Douluo level would benefit the two little ones in the future. Although she preferred the carefree life of drifting clouds and wild cranes and disliked getting involved in all sorts of messy affairs, the two children could not follow her around the world forever. Having a few more powerful connections would be better for their future.

Although she would take the two little ones back to the Sun Moon Empire to raise because of her identity, having broader connections would still be more beneficial at times. Sooner or later, they would come in handy.

Thus, Luan Yu could only nod aggrievedly and force a smile. "It is these two little ones' honor to have Sister Nan as their Godmother."

Luan Yu made up her mind. Once she returned, she would have the two little ones change how they addressed her. They had already indulged her desire to be called Sister for long enough, and it was not appropriate to keep calling her that. Her own elder sister did not have her talent for preserving her looks and appeared much older. She could not possibly have the two little ones call her elder sister Sister too. Luan Yu herself did not mind, but her sister was not as shameless as she was.

Having made her decision, Luan Yu immediately stepped forward and said to Liu Xing and Firefly, "You two little ones, I found you a Godmother. From now on, Sister Nan is your Godmother. Hurry and greet her."

Liu Xing's mouth twitched. What was going on? It had not been long at all, yet he had not only gained a six-year-old older sister, but now also a Godmother.

Still, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. Firefly and he were still young and needed to survive and grow in this world. Social etiquette was unavoidable. Having a Godmother was not a loss for him. Whether by his age in his previous life or this one, Nan Shui Shui could be considered his elder.

"Godmother."

Liu Xing called out readily. Luan Yu had already told Firefly and him that she would temporarily leave them in Dragon City and entrust them to someone's care. She had matters to attend to elsewhere and would return in as little as a few months or as long as a year. It seemed that she intended to entrust Firefly and him to Nan Shui Shui.

Since he had already acknowledged a six-year-old loli as his older sister, acknowledging a Godmother did not feel like much of a burden either.

Seeing Liu Xing speak, Firefly hurriedly called out to Godmother as well. To her, family and friends were both novel things, and she wanted to experience them all.

Nan Shui Shui's maternal affection overflowed as she gently rubbed their little heads. "Ah, such good children."

She then looked at Nan Qiuqiu, who stood beside them with a blank expression, and sighed. It would be nice if this girl were even half as obedient as Liu Xing and Firefly.

Once Nan Qiuqiu came back to her senses, her face filled with excitement. Liu Xing and Firefly had acknowledged Nan Shui Shui as their Godmother, so did that not make them her younger brother and sister for real?

"That's great! I have a younger brother and sister now!"

The few youngsters from the Earthly Dragon Gate exchanged glances, each seeing the faint sorrow in the others' eyes. Well then, two more little ancestors had arrived. The sect master and Big Sister Head only cared about taking in relatives, while they had far too much to consider. At such a young age, they were already bearing pressure they should not have had to bear.

Luan Yu said to the two of them, "For this period of time, follow your Godmother. You must be good and listen to her, all right?"

"Mm, we understand, Sister."

Liu Xing nodded like a little adult, his expression serious.

Sister?

Nan Shui Shui looked at Luan Yu with an odd expression. However, being clever, she did not reveal anything unusual. Unfortunately, there was one little one present who did not know how to read the room.

"Huh? Sister? Are you Liu Xing and Firefly's older sister too? Then should I call you Sister as well?"

Luan Yu looked as if she had been struck by lightning. Her expression was awkward, and she shot Liu Xing a fierce glare. Yet Luan Yu's skin had always been as thick as a city wall. Without changing expression, she said, "Your mother and I address each other as sisters. From now on, little Qiuqiu, you should call me Aunt. You two are the same."

"Oh, Aunt."

Nan Qiuqiu had no interest in adults. Moreover, her mother was watching her like a hawk, so she did not dare act up for fear of getting her bottom smacked. If that happened, all her prestige before her younger brother and sister would vanish.

Under Luan Yu's threatening gaze, Liu Xing and Firefly could only change how they addressed her to Aunt. The two exchanged a glance, both holding back their laughter. Even Luan Yu had a day like this! This was the price of pretending to be young.

Sigh! Speaking of the price of pretending to be young, was he not the same? Looking at the Pink-Haired Loli beside him, Liu Xing sighed. He, a dignified, iron-boned man, a super tough guy who could face death calmly, actually had to call a six-year-old loli Sister one day. Really, he had disgraced all tough guys everywhere.

With the two little ones settled, Luan Yu no longer had any burdens. After saying goodbye to Nan Shui Shui, she left. She waved to the two children and gradually disappeared at the end of the street.

Watching Luan Yu's departing figure, Liu Xing and Firefly felt unexpectedly reluctant to part with her. Luan Yu was the first person they had met after arriving on Douluo Continent, and the first person to show them kindness. She held a different place in their hearts.

Nan Shui Shui took Liu Xing and Firefly by the hands and said gently, "Come on. Godmother will take you to buy some clothes first, then we'll return to the Earthly Dragon Gate."

"Mm."

Liu Xing and Firefly nodded. They were both wearing simple white robes, which clearly were not suitable for children their age. Clothes like the Pink Children's Clothing Nan Qiuqiu wore were what they ought to be wearing. Of course, Liu Xing refused to wear pink.

Before long, under Nan Shui Shui's lead, the group of little ones was brought to a clothing store in the northern part of the city.