Forging Bonds (Fifth and Final Update)

"Godmother" is a title that Yin Yunze knows but is not familiar with, and with whom he has never had any real-life connection.

Yin Yunze never imagined that the reason he would be associated with the nickname "Mother Yu" would be because someone would call him that.

Just as Yin Yunze was stunned by this strange title, Xu Yue kowtowed three times swiftly and called out sweetly to Yin Yunze, "Greetings, Godmother!"

Actually, although Xu Yue was quick, if Yin Yunze wanted to stop her, he could at least have stopped Xu Yue from calling out "godmother".

However, after thinking it over, Yin Yunze realized that aside from the awkwardness of the title, acknowledging Xu Yue as his daughter was undoubtedly more beneficial than harmful.

At least with this relationship in place, even if Xu Hanxian were to do something to Yin Yunze later, he would have to consider Zuo Xiaoyu and Xu Yue's thoughts.

Seeing that Yin Yunze neither agreed nor really objected, Zuo Xiaoyu breathed a sigh of relief.

"Divine Fox Goddess, you saved Yue'er's life, your kindness is like giving her a second life, yet you ask for nothing in return—how can my daughter and I feel at ease! You went to so much trouble, if you leave empty-handed, what will others think of our Xu family!"

Looking at Yin Yunze, Zuo Xiaoyu took a few steps closer, lowered her head, and said, "You are essentially Yue'er's second parent. If you really don't want anything in return, then let Yue'er be your goddaughter! You are the godmother, helping your goddaughter without asking for anything in return is quite reasonable—"

After seeing the evil spirit emerging from the Ghost Bone, Zuo Xiaoyu, as an ordinary woman, was genuinely terrified.

Zuo Xiaoyu was just a woman and didn't know the ins and outs of the situation. She only saw that Xu Yue suddenly fell ill, and then her condition worsened day by day, until it seemed that there was no cure.

If it weren't for the fortunate encounter with this fox spirit, Zuo Xiaoyu dared not imagine what would have happened afterward.

Having learned her lesson, Zuo Xiaoyu naturally wanted to find a way to deal with this kind of situation.

And what could they possibly rely on to compare to the Nine-Tail of Qingqiu Fox standing right before them?

Of course, this is also because Yin Yunze appeared to be without desires or wants from beginning to end.

From the Subordinate Deity to the temple, Yin Yunze remained unmoved, which is why Zuo Xiaoyu resorted to this desperate measure.

Since they can't be bound by shared interests, they can only resort to appealing to family ties!

Xu Yue kowtowed to you and called you her godmother, and you didn't deny it, so you've already become related to her.

If Xu Yue gets into any more trouble in the future, you, as her godmother, can't just abandon her!

The practice of adopting a child's mother was a popular one in ancient times, with the aim of praying for the child's healthy growth.

While others might adopt stones or trees as their godmothers, Xu Yue adopted a Nine-Tailed Fox spirit from Qingqiu, which certainly wouldn't be a disgrace to the county magistrate's family.

Xu Yue was also a quick-witted child. Hearing Zuo Xiaoyu's words, she immediately put on a wronged expression. "Godmother, is it because Yue'er doesn't meet your standards? So, you don't like Yue'er as your goddaughter?"

"Fine, I'll accept you as my goddaughter. Yue'er, get up! You've just recovered from a serious illness; kneeling on the ground for too long isn't good for your health."

Suppressing his awkwardness, amidst Xu Yue's cheerful thanks, Yin Yunze looked at Zuo Xiaoyu and said, "Since I've acknowledged Yue'er, Madam, you don't need to be so polite. Just call me Yi Yun."

"Okay, Sister Yi Yun." Zuo Xiaoyu, always quick to follow the lead, called Yin Yunze "sister" and then added, "From now on, you can call me Xiaoyu, little sister!"

Well, now I have a younger sister too.

Yin Yunze never expected that what was Xu Hanxian would result in the arrival of a goddaughter and a god-sister.

Despite feeling slightly awkward, Yin Yunze was secretly pleased.

Some were looking forward to seeing Xu Hanxian's expression when he returned home and discovered that his house had been burgled.

I told you not to cooperate with me, and now your wife and daughter are on my side!

"This came so suddenly, and I hadn't prepared any gift."

As they spoke, Yin Yunze took out five amulets sealed with the character for "good fortune" and handed them to Zuo Xiaoyu: "You've seen the effect of these amulets. They can protect you temporarily if you encounter anything unclean."

"Thank you so much, sister."

Without making a sound, they had become even closer. Zuo Xiaoyu excitedly accepted the amulets and couldn't help but smile.

This amulet isn't one of those fakes sold in temples to rip you off. Zuo Xiaoyu just witnessed its power firsthand. It's a treasure that can repel the Ghost Bone!

Zuo Xiaoyu had been tempted before, but Yin Yunze had been helping her, so she couldn't find a suitable opportunity to ask for it.

Now that Yin Yunze had brought it over, Zuo Xiaoyu was naturally overjoyed.

Just as Zuo Xiaoyu was overjoyed because of the peace charm, she saw Yin Yunze take out five Little Fox Immortal brand compressed biscuits and five Heal Wounds and Cure Illness.

Transferring the Heal Wounds and Cure Illness effects to these compressed biscuits, Yin Yunze handed the five compressed biscuits to Zuo Xiaoyu.

"Keep these few pieces of Fox Immortal Cake. You've already seen their effects. Most injuries will heal with just one piece. If it's inconvenient to eat them directly, you can dissolve them in water."

"Thank you so much, sister!"

Faced with this wonderful product that she had personally tried and couldn't buy, Zuo Xiaoyu was naturally overjoyed.

Although she felt embarrassed, Zuo Xiaoyu still shamelessly accepted it.

However, Zuo Xiaoyu felt quite embarrassed to just take Yin Yunze's things like that.

After placing the amulet and compressed biscuits on the table, Zuo Xiaoyu gritted her teeth and took off the jade hairpin from her hair.

Holding the white jade hairpin, Zuo Xiaoyu presented it to Yin Yunze, somewhat reluctant and embarrassed, saying, "Sister, this hairpin was passed down to me by my mother—though it's just an ordinary item, not as precious as the treasures you gave me, it's still the only valuable thing I can present to you—"

In the end, Zuo Xiaoyu couldn't help but blush, feeling that she had taken advantage of Yin Yunze.

Although Yin Yunze didn't know much about jade, he figured it must be quite valuable.

After thinking for a moment, Yin Yunze accepted the jade hairpin. "Since it's a kind gesture from you, I'll take it."

A hint of reluctance flashed in her eyes, but Zuo Xiaoyu breathed a sigh of relief.

To Zuo Xiaoyu's surprise, Yin Yunze turned around and inserted the jade hairpin into Xu Yue's hair.

"Yue'er, I was just worried about not having a gift for you! I'm offering this as a token of my appreciation, please don't find it offensive. A gift from an elder should not be refused!"

Seeing Xu Yue's astonishment and Zuo Xiaoyu's hesitant expression, Yin Yunze smiled and said, "You shouldn't mind if I give your jade hairpin to Yue'er, right?"

"If you mind, then I truly deserve to be called a human being." Looking at Yin Yunze, Zuo Xiaoyu slowly lowered her head and said, "Sister—she is truly beyond the comprehension of a mere mortal Non-Self."

"Then, let's not guess." Shaking his head, Yin Yunze said mysteriously, "Observe a person's words and actions, not what they say, but what they do."

Upon hearing Yin Yunze's words, Zuo Xiaoyu froze on the spot, muttering softly, "Don't look at what he says, look at what he does? -- No wonder. -- No wonder I felt that he --"

Yin Yunze didn't care what Zuo Xiaoyu was thinking, and bid farewell again. "Alright, this matter is settled, I really should go."

Without waiting for Zuo Xiaoyu to stop him, Yin Yunze turned and walked out of the room.