"Though the tribulation is fierce, it is not a road without an exit."
Li Yunjing stroked her silky hair, his voice steady and reassuring. "That is precisely why I must gather our strength and mend the roof before the rain comes. With all of you safe, I can face it without distractions."
"Do not worry too much. If the sky falls, the tall ones will hold it up."
His gaze swept over Xing'er and Yue'er as he said gently, "What you need to do is cultivate with peace of mind and improve your strength as quickly as possible. Only then will you be able to protect yourselves, or even lend me a hand."
"Yes!"
Xing'er nodded emphatically. "We will work hard at cultivating! We will never hold you back, Brother Yunjing!"
"That's right!"
Yue'er also declared firmly, "We're going to become very, very strong!"
Their words were soft, yet brimming with resolve.
In truth, Xing'er and Yue'er had devoted most of their energy to cultivation over the years. Their subordinates naturally handled the Star Moon Trading Firm's business, so it did not take up much of the two women's time.
By now, both women could be considered Golden Core Realm experts.
They also enjoyed considerable renown in the City of Glory.
Liu Ruyan's cultivation was somewhat higher than theirs. Seeing them this time had eased Li Yunjing's mind considerably.
Golden Core Realm cultivators were not particularly powerful in battle, but their thousand-year lifespans gave him ample time to supply the three women with more resources and help them strive for the Nascent Soul Realm.
He had several treasures that could ensure that, even if Liu Ruyan, Xing'er, and Yue'er could not break through by their own strength, he could assist them with secret treasures and allow all three to form