Battle Through the Heavens: Reborn into the Xiao Clan, Starting with Xiao Xuan's Inheritance

Xun'er's voice came from outside the room. "Brother Xiao Yi, may I come in...?"

Xiao Yi slowly rose and opened the door. "Of course, kiddo..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xun'er stepped through the doorway.

After entering the room, Xun'er said nothing. She simply walked forward and suddenly wrapped Xiao Yi in a tight embrace.

In that instant, everything around them seemed to come to a standstill. Only two heated hearts continued to pound...

Xun'er's arms were tightly wrapped around Xiao Yi's waist, holding him ever more tightly.

Though Xiao Yi did not understand what was wrong with Xun'er, he said nothing. He simply held her quietly in return.

After an unknown amount of time, Xun'er finally slowly released Xiao Yi.

When she looked up at him, her eyes were already glistening with tears.

"Kiddo, what's wrong...?"

Xiao Yi asked softly, utterly baffled.

After all, this was the first time he had ever seen Xun'er cry.

In Xiao Yi's memories, Xun'er had always liked following behind him since childhood. She appeared refined and gentle, every bit the young lady of a distinguished family.

Yet she was, after all, the daughter of the Ancient Clan. Her nature was exceptionally strong, and no matter what she encountered, she had never been this heartbroken.

Only after Xiao Yi raised a hand and wiped away the tears at the corners of Xun'er's eyes did she slowly speak.

"Brother Xiao Yi, you must already know about my background..."

Xiao Yi froze slightly. "Huh?"

Seeing Xiao Yi's act, Xun'er's lips curled up again, revealing that familiar smile from before.

"Brother Xiao Yi, there's no need for you to hide it from Xun'er anymore..."

"When we were at the Outer Academy, I sensed a token on you that carried my father's aura..."

"Although I don't understand