"Going Home"

In a corner of the Inner Academy of the Jia Nan Academy, Xiao Yan and Xun'er strolled along a tree-lined path.

To be honest, the two of them currently give off the impression of being a couple deeply in love on a date!

Xun'er clearly liked this atmosphere.

It had been a long time since she had experienced this feeling of being alone with Brother Xiao Yan.

"Brother Xiao Yan, will you always remember Xun'er? No matter where Xun'er is?"

Finally, after the two had been strolling for an unknown amount of time, Xun'er spoke up somewhat nervously.

Even though she knew exactly what Xiao Yan's answer would be, at this moment, Xun'er just wanted to hear him say it with her own ears!

This is probably how you behave when you like someone.

Although Xun'er is the eldest daughter of the Gu Clan, she is no exception in this respect!

"Of course, how could I forget Xun'er?"

Xiao Yan smiled and said it as a matter of course.

Sure enough, the next second, Xun'er smiled, a smile as radiant as an elf!

"Hehe, I knew Brother Xiao Yan was the best!"

Specks of light filtered through the leaves of the trees, Xun'er across Xun'er's body as she suddenly ran in front of Xiao Yan, then stood with her hands behind her back, leaning slightly forward.

Time seemed to stand still at that moment.

Even though they had spent a long time together, Xiao Yan was still unable to come back to his senses for a long time.

It wasn't until Xun'er waved her little hand in front of him that Xiao Yan awkwardly lowered his eyes and touched his nose.

"Xun'er, shouldn't you tell me what's on your mind?"

To hide his unease, and also because he genuinely wanted to know, Xiao Yan asked again.

"Brother Xiao Yan, the atmosphere is so nice, can't you just leave this matter alone for now...?"

Xun'er, who was originally very happy, suddenly showed a wronged expression.

"Because Brother Xiao Yan wants to help Xun'er solve this problem as soon as possible!"

As he spoke, Xiao Yan subconsciously reached out and ruffled Xun'er's hair.

The girl wasn't very tall, only reaching Xiao Yan's shoulder, which made it quite easy for him to make this movement.

Of course, the girl in front of him did not reject the boy's intimate actions.

Or rather, she was simply enjoying it wholeheartedly.

In addition, Xiao Yan's explanation also made Xun'er very happy!

However, even so, this "trouble" of hers is not something that her current Brother Xiao Yan can solve!

But now that things have come to this point, it wouldn't be appropriate for her to keep things to herself.

"Brother Xiao Yan, actually, I need to go home..."

Even though she was unwilling, Xun'er knew that she couldn't delay any longer.

"Oh, so Xun'er is homesick. That's easy! Let's ask for leave and go home together! It's been almost two years since we last went back!"

At first glance, Xiao Yan didn't realize that the "home" Xun'er mentioned was not the same as the one he was talking about!

"What's wrong? Xun'er, why are you still unhappy? Is there something else bothering you?"

Seeing that Xun'er remained silent, Xiao Yan asked anxiously.

"Brother Xiao Yan, I'm not talking about the Xiao Household of the Jia Ma Empire..."

After a moment of silence, Xun'er finally spoke with difficulty.

If she could, she would really prefer to go back to the Xiao Household!

Unbeknownst to her, Xun'er's attachment to the Xiao Household family had even surpassed that of the Gu Clan!

Because this place holds her childhood memories, her laughter, and the people she loves.

It's fair to say that the Xiao Household holds so many beautiful memories for her!

"Not the Xiao Household? Xun'er, could it be that you...?"

At this moment, Xiao Yan finally realized the meaning behind Xun'er's words.

Just like Xun'er's feelings for the Xiao Household, Xiao Yan had already subconsciously regarded Xun'er as a member of the Xiao Household.

Over the years, Xiao Yan had almost forgotten that Xun'er was actually living with the Xiao Household.

Furthermore, the other party's original surname wasn't "Xiao"!

Xiao Yan had only heard his parents mention Xun'er's true identity occasionally.

But he didn't know the specifics.

After all, Xiao Zhan and Yang Xiyue, the couple, didn't know much about Xun'er's family either. How were they going to explain this to Xiao Yan and the others?

"Yes, Brother Xiao Yan, in less than a month, my father will send someone to pick me up."

Even Xun'er, who is usually very good at controlling her expressions, had a look of helplessness and bitterness on her face at this moment.

Xiao Yan opened his mouth, but didn't know what to say.

Rationally speaking, Xun'er's family wants to take her home, and as an outsider, I have no right to say anything more.

But emotionally, he truly didn't want Xun'er to leave!

He had gotten used to having a girl calling him "Brother Xiao Yan" by his side all the time.

Furthermore, his feelings for Xun'er had long since changed without him realizing it.

Does he really only see Xun'er as a younger sister?

After examining his own conscience, Xiao Yan realized that he could not deceive himself.

The feelings between childhood sweethearts are not so easy to control.

"Can... we not go back?"

Xiao Yan himself knew that asking this question was somewhat selfish, but at this moment he still chose to follow his heart.

However, Xun'er only smiled before shaking her head.

She smiled because Xiao Yan wanted to keep her!

Shaking her head means she will shoulder her responsibilities!

Furthermore, she can no longer defy the will of the entire Gu Clan.

"Phew~, I got it. Xun'er, can you tell me about your family?"

After gathering his scattered thoughts, Xiao Yan exhaled and asked, feigning calmness.

Xun'er is going back to her real home!

In the meantime, he needed to learn some information about Xun'er's family.

That way, I can easily find them someday, and even bring them back, right?

"Since Brother Xiao Yan wants to know, then Xun'er will naturally tell you the truth!"

After giving a playful smile, Xun'er began to tell Xiao Yan about some things related to the Gu Clan.

Of course, because Xiao Yan's current strength is limited, and Xun'er doesn't want to put too much pressure on Xiao Yan, her description of the Gu Clan is still somewhat general.

Even so, listening to Xun'er's description, Xiao Yan was shocked to an unimaginable degree.

To be honest, Xun'er is very mysterious, and the family behind her is not simple. Xiao Yan can guess some of this.

It's not that simple; it's truly beyond his imagination!

In a place like Central Plains, they are among the top-tier powers. How exaggerated must that be?

According to Xun'er's description, Xiao Yan also learned that her family not only had Dou Venerable, but even Dou Sheng!

You should know that the Dou Sheng Realm is already considered legendary in continents outside of Central Plains!

It can be said that at this moment, Xiao Yan was truly deeply shocked by Xun'er.