Xiao Qi gave a cry, stretched out both claws, picked up the Black Phoenix Flood Dragon's inner core, and vanished in the blink of an eye.
Du Siwen looked at Xu Qingtong in surprise and asked, "You don't have a Spirit Beast Bag on you either. Where did Xiao Qi go?"
Xu Qingtong froze, only then remembering that he had no Spirit Beast Bag. This was a major oversight. Although no outsiders had been present whenever Xiao Qi appeared, Xizi would certainly be exposed to others in the future. Without a Spirit Beast Bag, it would indeed be hard to conceal the truth from prying eyes and ears.
However, his senior sister already knew of Xiao Qi's existence. Moreover, after spending several years with her, Xu Qingtong had great trust in her character and her feelings toward him. Thus, he did not intend to lie to her again.
"Senior Sister, I have a Spatial Treasure inside my body that can hold living things. This treasure has a bearing on my life, so I never told you about it. Please don't blame me!"
Du Siwen said solemnly, "Qingtong, you established your foundation through the Heavenly Dao. You're someone who can attain the Great Dao in the future. I'm staying by your side for the rest of my life. Even if I die, I'll make sure you're safe!"
Deeply moved by her words, Xu Qingtong reached out and embraced Du Siwen, patting her on the back. "Senior Sister, thank you!"
As Xu Qingtong embraced her, Du Siwen's entire body stiffened, and she could not react for a long while. Only when he gently released her did she come to her senses. Instantly reverting to her usual temperament, she punched him in the right side of his chest and said in feigned anger,