Live by herself?
The Three Pure Ones were all slightly taken aback.
This suggestion had completely caught them by surprise.
Among the living beings of the Prehistoric World, any young one that had gained intelligence
either lived within its clan or entered a master's school; there were few precedents of young ones living alone.
Especially not a little one like Su Miao, with such unusual origins, an unhealed Soul Injury, and no ability to protect herself.
Yuanshi's brows furrowed first. He nearly rejected the idea on instinct.
To him, this was simply absurd!
How could a young one go without anyone watching over her?
What if something went wrong?
Tongtian was also stunned for a moment, then laughed. He found his little disciple's idea both innocent and bold.
But he was naturally free-spirited and did not think it terribly improper. He merely found it amusing.
"Live by yourself? Little Miao Heng, do you even know how to live by yourself?
What will you do if you're afraid of the dark at night? Who will you ask for food when you're hungry?"
Laozi's deep gaze fell upon Su Miao's face. He did not state his opinion immediately, only asked calmly.
"Why do you want to live by yourself?"
He wanted to know whether the little girl truly intended this, or whether it was merely a child's passing whim.
With all three masters watching her, Su Miao's little heart pounded wildly.
She gathered her courage. Her small hands unconsciously twisted Tongtian's collar, and though her voice remained soft and tiny, she tried her best to explain herself.
"Because... because all three masters... are good..."
She lifted her little face, her eyes filled with earnestness as though she did not want to disappoint any of them.
"I... I like all of you,
and