A Farewell So Soon

After Wei Lanshan handed Xi Xiu over to Vivian, she planned to leave.

Xi Xiu knew that she and Wei Lanshan would part ways upon reaching this place, but she hadn't expected her to leave so abruptly.

Vivian closed the door, leaving the space for Wei Lanshan and Xi Xiu.

She then went to her office to verify the information in Xi Xiu's file with the Mingzhao Star System, following the established procedures.

Once confirmed to be consistent with Xi Xiu's file records, she entered Xi Xiu's file into the orphanage's database, completing the admission process.

Wei Lanshan quietly looked at the little girl before her, a sense of reluctance welling up in her heart.

"Aunt Lan, are you leaving already? So soon?" Xi Xiu asked anxiously.

"Xi Xiu, parting is a part of life. I have other matters to attend to and cannot delay any further."

"Then, then will we see each other again?" Xi Xiu bit her lip, her heart filled with sadness.

Along the way, it was Wei Lanshan's protection that had ensured her safe arrival at Ningkui Star, and it was Wei Lanshan who had taught her the skills needed to survive in this world.

"It's unlikely I'll be able to see you within ten years. Xi Xiu, you must listen to Vivian. She is a very good person, gentle and patient. Remember, as long as you don't draw too much attention in public, you can spend these eleven years safely." Wei Lanshan advised Xi Xiu.

"I understand, Aunt Lan. Thank you for everything you've done for me." Xi Xiu thanked Wei Lanshan sincerely and even bowed.

Wei Lanshan's instructions gave Xi Xiu a sense of warmth. She had experienced such affection in her previous life, which was why she had given her all to repay that elder.

Although this woman had been cold and ruthless towards her initially, the fact that she had saved her in the end and brought her along during their escape was enough to balance things out.

Xi Xiu decided not to dwell on the matters within the laboratory anymore. Wei Lanshan had given her more than two lives; the karmic debt was already immeasurable.

Moreover, she truly felt that this woman was incredibly powerful, both mentally and physically. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been able to escape with her alone and succeed.

Wei Lanshan knew how to pilot spacecraft and understood numerous mechanical theories, which was highly inconsistent with her identity as a biologist. Her network of contacts was also incredibly vast.

From the fact that wherever she went, she knew the local black markets and could conduct transactions with them without any obstacles, Xi Xiu realized that the impression this woman gave off was vastly different from her true capabilities.

Xi Xiu resolved in her heart to become someone like Wei Lanshan, possessing the ability and strength to travel freely throughout this star system.

"I've recorded an audio file. When you turn ten and learn how to decode it, you'll understand more about things I can't tell you right now."

Wei Lanshan knew that Xi Xiu might not understand everything yet. Having just emerged from a sealed laboratory, she had never experienced the outside world. No matter how much of a genius Xi Xiu was, she couldn't possibly absorb all this information at once.

Therefore, she recorded the important things to note and placed them in Xi Xiu's communication terminal, setting a password.

Xi Xiu knew that the woman before her wasn't treating her like a child. Their interactions, since arriving on the surface, had always been on an adult level.

So, along the way, she hadn't pretended to be cute or innocent in front of Wei Lanshan. She had asked Wei Lanshan many questions she didn't understand, keeping them all in mind.

"Xi Xiu, you must strive to become strong. Only then will you have a place in this boundless star system. The road ahead is arduous. Take care."

Wei Lanshan stroked Xi Xiu's soft hair and spoke these words to her.

"I understand, Aunt Lan. Please don't worry. I only wish we can meet again among the stars. By then, Xi Xiu will not disappoint you." Xi Xiu declared solemnly, her pure black eyes wide open.

Wei Lanshan was very satisfied with Xi Xiu's response. She already knew the road ahead was difficult, yet Xi Xiu was willing to strive. Even if she were alone, her courage alone was worthy of admiration. Therefore, she had not saved the wrong person.

"Are you afraid, facing such a vast world alone?"

"I am fearful, but I cannot be afraid." This was Xi Xiu's honest thought. This world held dangers, but it also held immense beauty, boundless and magnificent. Moreover, her life was long, and she could do many things she hadn't had the chance to do in her previous life. This was a different life.

"Good. If you encounter any difficulties, you can find Vivian. She will help you. Don't let her civilian role fool you; she was quite formidable back in the day." Wei Lanshan seemed to be reminiscing about their past shared moments.

"Understood. Aunt Lan, this is a gift for you. I think it's quite useful, please accept it." Xi Xiu handed Wei Lanshan a piece of paper.

This was Xi Xiu's handwritten copy of the Tranquil Heart Art, translated into the Alliance language. It was a token of gratitude for saving her life. Although the gift was small, it was all she possessed at the moment.

Wei Lanshan reached out and hugged the little girl, who only reached her waist. The tiny infant who had emerged from the cultivation pod felt like it was just yesterday, yet now they were about to part.

"Alright, thank you, Xi Xiu. I will be watching you from somewhere beyond the sea of stars." Watching you grow and amaze this era.

At this moment, Wei Lanshan had no idea what kind of gift she had received. Later, during countless perilous situations, she would be grateful for her kindness towards the child. Saving Xi Xiu was the most correct choice she had ever made.

After finishing these arrangements, Wei Lanshan left the orphanage. Xi Xiu stood in place until Wei Lanshan's figure was no longer visible.

After bidding farewell to Xi Xiu, Wei Lanshan changed her identity again and quietly left Ningkui Star.

Only Vivian knew her destination. It would take her nearly a star month to travel from Ningkui Star back to the Capital Star.

She took the item Xi Xiu had given her and scanned the text, storing it in her terminal.

Then, she accessed the Star Net, connected to the Central Brain, and reviewed the mission she was about to undertake.

For the next ten years, Xi Xiu heard no news from Wei Lanshan. The profile picture on her contact list remained perpetually gray.

Only the Star Coins that were deposited into her account punctually each month let Xi Xiu know that Wei Lanshan still existed somewhere in the depths of the universe, in places she didn't know.

Xi Xiu stood in place for a long time. She was deeply grateful that Wei Lanshan had saved her, guided her through their escape, and protected her. She would repay this kindness in the future, and they would surely meet again.

She would strive to become strong. This world was so magnificent. Casting aside her past name and identity, she would set off towards the stars with a new name.

It wasn't until much later that Vivian came to her side, looking in the same direction as Xi Xiu. "She's a very good person, isn't she?"

"Yes. Aunt Lan is a good person."

"Let's go. I've already arranged your accommodation. I'll take you to familiarize yourself with the environment here first."

Vivian held Xi Xiu's hand and, after returning to the orphanage, activated its transparent protective shield. With this shield in place, no one could enter without her permission.

Xi Xiu looked at all of this. This was where she would live from now on, and it wasn't bad at all. It was far better than the place she had spent her childhood in her previous life.

Along the way, Vivian introduced Xi Xiu to everything here: where to study, train, eat, and live.

The orphanage's rules and many other important points: "Have you memorized all of this?"

Xi Xiu nodded and obediently replied to the director, Vivian. These matters were not difficult for someone who had already developed self-discipline habits. The only thing she needed to be mindful of was concealing her talents.