Na'er Wants to Give Her Brother the Best Gift

"It's fine, Na'er. I understand. But where do you want to go? I'll take you."

"Hehe, if you're asking where, then how about the Amusement Park?"

"No problem. If Na'er wants to go to the amusement park, then I'll definitely go with you."

"Oh, right. Today is also a special day, so, Brother, Na'er has a huge gift for you too!"

A gift? Na'er had actually prepared a gift for him? She was so thoughtful.

But a gift? Although he gave Na'er spending money, he had never allowed her to spend her own money on buying things for Wu Yang Jin. He felt that Na'er was someone he needed to cherish and protect.

"Mm! Then close your eyes! I'm starting now~ Brother, hurry up and close your eyes first!"

"Alright, alright. Look, I've closed my eyes."

This was interesting. Wu Yang Jin thought Na'er was being so mysterious, but how was he supposed to see the gift with his eyes closed...

"Mwah! Mwah!"

Ah...

That was right. Na'er's cherry lips lightly kissed Wu Yang Jin on the forehead and cheek.

OMG! OMFG!

That was what he thought to himself. Of course, Wu Yang Jin had not awakened those memories; this was merely an expression of emotion.

"Hehe~ Brother! Do you like this gift?"

Na'er stared eagerly at Wu Yang Jin, waiting for his response as though she were hoping to be praised.

"Of course... of course I do! Na'er! I love it so much that I'm stuttering! So, Na'er, is there anything you want for your birthday? Or even now?"

"I do! But..."

"Mm? What is it?"

"Actually, Brother, did you think that was all?"

"Huh? Could it be, Na'er...?"

"That's right, there's another gift!"

As she spoke, Na'er took out a small box. Inside was a flower, silver-purple in color, with the two characters "Na'er" carved onto it.

"Na'er... what is this?"

"Hehe! Brother, Na'er specially asked Auntie Lang Yue to take me and have this custom-made!"

"This..."

"Hehe, Brother... Huh? Brother, what's wrong?"

Before she could finish speaking, Wu Yang Jin suddenly hugged Na'er, his voice slightly choked with sobs.

"It's... it's nothing. I just didn't expect Na'er to spend so much on me. You really didn't need to do this."

"Huh? Brother, don't be like that. Na'er did this because I care about you and like you."

After a happy morning, they had lunch with Tang Wu Lin's family. Everyone had come to celebrate Wu Yang Jin's birthday.

After that, Wu Yang Jin took a short nap at noon. When he returned to his room, he changed clothes, checked that he had everything, took his wallet, and prepared to set off with Na'er.

Money? Over the past few years, the school had actually given him scholarships!

On top of that, with the talent he had displayed in forging, the pocket money and Federal currency he received from those around him, along with money similar to New Year's gifts, had added up to quite a lot.

He naturally intended to give Na'er plenty of that Federal currency, but he also knew he had to save some for emergencies—like today.

After changing into the outfit Na'er had specially picked out for him before, he called Na'er over and set off with her for the amusement park.

As for Na'er's clothes, she was wearing the outfit he had given her as a gift for their anniversary back then.

Wu Yang Jin held Na'er's hand. Looking at how unbearably adorable she was, he still felt an indescribable joy in his heart.

After arriving at the amusement park, they paid in Federal currency, bought two tickets, and entered the Amusement Park, where he accompanied Na'er on the rides she liked.

The carousel, bumper cars, water rafting, roller coasters, ball toss machines, spinning teacups—the smaller kind suitable for children—and so on...

For rides like the rapids, he wrapped Na'er up thickly to take care of her. They still got a little wet, but Na'er had a lot of fun, and that was what mattered most.

Before leaving, they saw staff members bringing over several machines. Curtains covered the entrances, and it seemed that people could go inside to do something.

The staff noticed the two children and came over to ask them.

"How about it, kids? Want to try our newest Soul Guidance photo machine?"

"Mm?" Wu Yang Jin asked in confusion.

"You go inside, follow the prompts, press the buttons, and then you can choose different photo options, like stickers and formats."

"Huh? Brother, I want to do it!"

"Oh, and since these were just brought in, they're free for the next few days. You can give them a try."

Wu Yang Jin took Na'er inside, and following the prompts, they took several photos.

Once they came outside, they looked at the printed photographs and each chose one to keep as a memento.

This was also Na'er's request. As for the remaining photos, Na'er carefully put them all into an album for safekeeping.

In the blink of an eye, they were back at that familiar place, having dinner. Knowing that it was Wu Yang Jin's birthday, Uncle Zhang had specially called over the people nearby to prepare a grand feast for him and Na'er.

Of course, the indispensable grilled fish and fried potato cakes from when they had first met were a must, and afterward, the adults gave the two children some space.

However, there was one thing about Na'er that had never changed. She was like a bottomless pit when it came to food. It felt as though no one could out-eat her, perhaps except Tang Wu Lin.

At this moment, within the Sea of Consciousness...

"Haah~ A birthday, one of those holidays humans often celebrate," the Ice Empress said.

"What made you think of that all of a sudden?" the Snow Empress asked.

"Nothing. I just feel that although I arrived late, from the time you first met him until now, it's gone by quite quickly by human standards."

"Yes. This old man also feels that, in the blink of an eye, this child is about to enter intermediate academy."

"Oh, right, Mr. Old Long, what was he like when he was there?" the Ice Empress asked.

"Mm? He never told you?"

"No, he didn't. I want to hear about it too," the Snow Empress said.

"To be honest, it's a long story, but I'll briefly say a few things first."

"Alright." x2

"When he was there, he was an understanding person. Though he could be somewhat reckless at times, he was ultimately very rational. He treated people generously and cared deeply for his family and friends. Although at that time... he had no lover. Still, he was a hero. He did what needed to be done and was, by all accounts, an upright person. He had his minor flaws too, but that was only human."

"Is that so? Sigh, but if he were just an ordinary child, wouldn't it be nice if days like these could continue?"

"Yes, but... this old man feels that it's about time. I have a feeling."

This was a conversation that took place in the Sea of Consciousness. In truth, aside from important matters, the few of them had always been rather bored, except for the Snow Empress.

This time, when Wu Yang Jin entered the Sea of Consciousness again, they also held a small birthday celebration for him.

Several more days passed. One day after school, Na'er found Wu Yang Jin and wanted to make a small request of him.

"Brother, after dinner, can you take Na'er for a walk by the sea?"

She looked at Wu Yang Jin with yearning eyes, as if she absolutely needed him to agree.

Wu Yang Jin would not refuse, so he naturally agreed. How could he possibly refuse Na'er's request?

Na'er looked at him with eyes as clear as purple crystals and said,

"Go see the sea? Sure, Na'er! I want to go take a look today too!"

See the sea...

For some reason, he felt that Na'er especially wanted to go today. Was there something she wanted to say, some reason behind it?

That was what he thought, but there was no reason to refuse. Besides, he needed to treasure every single moment he spent with Na'er.