Xuantian could not help but laugh. Then, with a solemn expression, he advised, "Xiao Ru, that way of thinking is wrong. Every child is a treasure in their parents' hands. Whether you are healthy or disabled, they will not be any less heartbroken after you leave just because you are mute. Since that is so, why not make your father and mother happier while you are still here?"
A trace of confusion appeared on the little girl's face. It seemed that Uncle Lin's words conflicted with the ideas in her mind, and for a moment, she did not know how to decide.
Xuantian looked at the little girl before him with a faint smile. Though she was only three years old, she was, after all, Li Muwan's Nascent Soul reincarnation. Even without her memories awakened, her mind far surpassed that of children her age.
"Uncle Lin, I had fun talking with you. It's getting late, and Father and Mother will be back soon. I should go home!" With a trace of confusion still on her face, the little girl politely waved to Xuantian, then took small steps toward her home.
Not long after she returned, the little girl heard her parents calling from the courtyard, their voices carrying a hint of excitement.
"Xiao Ru, Xiao Ru, come out quickly! An immortal master has come to the village. He's choosing children under six to take into the immortal sect. We can't miss this chance!"
Regardless of whether his daughter was willing, Zhou Ru's father took the little girl, whose face was full of nervousness and slight fear, and prepared to head toward the village entrance.
Seeing how nervous her daughter was, the woman crouched down and gently comforted her. Then she raised her head and whispered to her husband, "Ru'er is