Invincible, My Yuan'er

Qian Fan took a closer look and discovered that the shadow was actually Xu Yuan'er.

She wore a black stealth outfit, clearly meant to evade the soldiers' scrutiny, and a hint of mischief gleamed in her eyes.

"Yuan'er, what are you doing here?" Qian Fan asked in confusion.

Xu Yuan'er chuckled, climbed onto the bed, and leaned close to Qian Fan's ear to whisper.

"Qian Fan, I'm sleeping with you tonight."

Qian Fan flushed slightly at her words. He hadn't expected Xu Yuan'er to be so direct.

He gently pushed Xu Yuan'er away and said, "That wouldn't be appropriate, would it?" But Xu Yuan'er refused to give up. She caught his hand and pleaded sweetly, "No, Qian Fan, I want to sleep with you."

Helpless, Qian Fan could only agree.

Unable to contain her delight, Xu Yuan'er happily burrowed beneath the covers and hugged Qian Fan tightly, like a gentle little lamb.

Feeling Xu Yuan'er's burning body heat, Qian Fan's heart began to race. He turned his head and gazed at her lovely face, which looked all the more delicate and enchanting in the darkness of the night.

Just as Qian Fan was staring, utterly transfixed, Xu Yuan'er suddenly kissed his cheek, then swiftly closed her eyes and pretended to be asleep.

Caught completely off guard, Qian Fan froze, a bashful blush rising to his cheeks. He watched Xu Yuan'er silently, his heart brimming with tangled emotions.

"Yuan'er, what are you thinking?"

By now, Red Hare steeds were already galloping wildly through Qian Fan's heart. If that old dog Fangyuan found out that his granddaughter was sharing a bed and pillow with another man, Qian Fan probably wouldn't live to see tomorrow morning.

The eighteen-year-old Xu Yuan'er clasped her hands tightly as she nervously held Qian Fan. Resolve and courage shone in her eyes. At last, she spoke. "I've liked you for a long time. I know this might be a little sudden, but I really can't hold back my feelings anymore." Her voice trembled slightly, yet it was full of sincerity.

As the words left her lips, Xu Yuan'er took a deep breath. She raised her head and met Qian Fan's gaze, her eyes revealing an affection both tender and ardent. She leaned slightly forward, as though wishing to draw closer to him, while her hands unconsciously toyed with the hem of her clothes, betraying her nervousness.

As Xu Yuan'er confessed, her words came a little faster, but she tried hard to remain composed. She expressed her feelings in the most heartfelt words she could find, hoping he would sense the longing and passion within her. A trace of expectation lingered on her face as she waited for his response.

Finally, she lightly bit her lip as if gathering her courage, then added with a smile, "Whatever your answer is, you'll always be my big brother."

After saying this, Xu Yuan'er buried her head straight beneath the covers. Hearing her words, Qian Fan felt a surge of emotion. He hadn't expected her to express her love so bravely, much less be willing to accept any outcome.

He gently stroked Xu Yuan'er's hair and said softly, "Yuan'er, I like you too."

At Qian Fan's answer, Xu Yuan'er raised her head in delighted surprise, her eyes filled with tears of joy.

Qian Fan smiled and gathered her into his arms, feeling her warmth.

Xu Yuan'er nodded and rested against Qian Fan's chest, savoring the peace and happiness of that moment.

Elsewhere.

The Abyss Domain.

But ever since Qian Fan had left, this place had once again descended into endless warfare.

The disputes within the imperial family continued to escalate, with various factions locked in fierce struggles for power and wealth. Meanwhile, a wave of resistance swept through the populace. Dissatisfied with imperial rule, the people yearned for freedom and equality.

Amid the chaos, the city streets became battlefields. Soldiers slaughtered one another while civilians fled in every direction. Bustling markets were looted bare, and magnificent buildings were utterly destroyed. The entire city reeked of smoke and death, its former splendor swept away without a trace.

Yet from these war-torn ruins, a young man wielding the Clear Sky Hammer burst onto the scene.

That man was Tang San.

After learning that Qian Fan had left the Abyss Domain, Tang San hadn't simply turned and departed as others had imagined he would. He stood where he was, staring ahead with unwavering eyes, as though pondering something important.

He tightly gripped the Clear Sky Hammer, whose might shook the continent, and a powerful, imposing aura radiated from his entire body.

Suddenly,

Tang San moved! His figure flashed like lightning as he charged toward the rebels in the Abyss Domain, Clear Sky Hammer in hand, with Thunderous Might. Every step carried unparalleled strength and resolve, as though he meant to trample heaven and earth beneath his feet.

With a deafening crash, the entire rebel base in the Abyss Domain was smashed apart by the Clear Sky Hammer in Tang San's hands!

Yet at that moment, Tang San unexpectedly discovered a little girl curled up in a corner. She looked only about eight years old, with a haggard face and shabby, tattered clothes, but her large eyes were especially bright and captivating.

Something stirred in Tang San's heart. He approached and gently stroked the girl's hair, asking tenderly, "Little girl, what's your name? Why are you here all alone?"

The girl lifted her head, her delicate little face filled with fear and bewilderment. Blinking her large eyes, she looked pitifully at Tang San and whispered, "I... my name is Chen Sixue... I'm lost..."

Tang San frowned slightly, an odd feeling rising within him. That name seemed somewhat familiar, yet he couldn't remember where he had heard it. He studied the girl before him and thought, Her surname is Chen? Could she... surely it couldn't be such a coincidence...

He shook his head, feeling that he was overthinking things. There were so many people in the world surnamed Chen. How could he so easily encounter the daughter he had been searching for all this time? Perhaps it was merely a coincidence.

Yet when he saw the girl's eyes, as clear as water, his suspicions only deepened.

That gaze involuntarily reminded him of someone-his brother, Chen! Tian! Yi!

And though the girl before him was still young, he could already tell that she possessed an extraordinary bearing.

Tang San took a deep breath and decided to ask a few more questions. "Chen Sixue, where do you live? Do you have any relatives we can contact?"

The girl lowered her head and fiddled with the hem of her clothes, saying quietly, "I... I don't know... I've never seen my mom or dad..."

Tang San's heart jolted. Those words struck it like a heavy hammer. His eyes widened as he stared at the girl in disbelief, his suspicions growing stronger and stronger.

Could she really be his daughter?

But why would she say she'd never seen her parents? Had something happened?

Countless questions flooded his mind, leaving Tang San feeling as though his head would split apart.

He steadied himself, trying hard to calm down.

No matter what, he had to uncover the truth. He crouched until he was at eye level with the girl and said gently, "Chen Sixue, don't be afraid. If you'd like, you can come with me. I'll help you find your way home. All right?"

The girl hesitated, but eventually nodded. Secretly delighted, Tang San picked her up and carefully carried her away from this place. In the days to come, he would spare no effort to unravel this mystery and uncover the truth of her origins.

After a moment's thought, Tang San looked at the girl before him. "Come with me," he said softly. He decided to take her in for now. At the very least, he couldn't let her suffer in this war-torn world.

Chen Sixue hesitated, but eventually nodded and followed Tang San out of the shattered Abyss Domain.

Tang San led Chen Sixue through a dense forest and finally reached a secluded, peaceful mountain village. Surrounded by green mountains and clear waters, it resembled a beautiful painting.

Tang San said gently to Chen Sixue, "Xiao Xue, let's stay here tonight. It may be humble, but it has a peace untouched by the outside world. Tomorrow, I'll take you somewhere you've never been before. It's sure to surprise and excite you."

Chen Sixue gazed curiously at everything around her, her heart full of anticipation. She knew Tang San could always bring her unexpected experiences.

Night fell, and the little mountain village grew especially quiet. Tang San sat beside the campfire, savoring this rare moment of peace.

Tang San looked up at the sky.

"Xiao Wu, are you still waiting for me...?"

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