The Truth of Back Then?

Next, through Zi Yan's recounting and some supplementary details from Xiao Wujiu, Zhu Kun roughly understood her experiences over the years. Although the punch of an old father had almost been unable to hold back when he heard that Zi Yan had chosen Xiao Wujiu, he still endured it.

This was because, just as Zi Yan said, Xiao Wujiu was the person who had treated her the best after that human named Su Qian, even though he did not have only one partner.

However, as a human who stood at the same level as him before the age of thirty, whether judged by the things the other party had done, his talent, or his status, he was thoroughly worthy of Zi Yan. Furthermore, this was the choice she had made.

Besides, whether it was the resources he provided, the companionship he made up for, or even securing the Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit and helping her integrate the entire Ancient Dragon Island to ascend to the position of Dragon Emperor, he should, by reason and emotion as a father, even say thank you to him.

Naturally, such words were impossible for him to say aloud. After accepting this fact, he merely patted Xiao Wujiu's shoulder, casting a look of gratitude and recognition toward him. Xiao Wujiu likewise offered a smile, returning a steadfast gaze, and the two men silently completed a tacit exchange just like that.

"Hey, did you say that you'll do whatever I ask?"

At that moment, Zi Yan suddenly spoke up. She hesitated for a fraction of a moment first, yet still failed to utter that title, calling out only a "hey," but the expression on Zhu Kun's face visibly brightened as he nodded hurriedly without stopping.

"That's right, that's right! My daughter, just speak. As long as