Shen Yao slowly recounted her experiences of transmigrating and then being reborn, recounting them one by one, including details that even Shen Dad and Shen Mom initially didn't know.
Listening to Shen Yao describe her time in the cultivation world, Shen Dad and Shen Mom looked at her with heartache.
They knew their daughter had not had an easy time in the cultivation world, but they never imagined it would be so difficult.
Every time they heard about the dangers she had faced, they wished they could reprimand themselves severely and hated themselves for not being able to stay by their daughter's side.
Yet, at the same time, they were incredibly grateful. It was precisely because of her experiences in the cultivation world, and perhaps due to great fortune, that she had been given another chance to start anew.
They dared not imagine what their reaction would be if things had progressed according to the original trajectory, and they had learned of their daughter's death.
They also didn't know how they would continue to live after receiving such news.
Anyone would be devastated to learn of their child's death, regardless of how many other children they had. Every child was a cherished treasure!
Unlike the Shen family, Mo Chen, upon hearing Shen Yao's account, felt not only shock but also deep affection.
He felt for what she had endured, and also for the loneliness she must have experienced living alone in the cultivation world.
Of course, he was also immensely grateful that Shen Yao had returned to this world, not only bringing him two well-behaved and adorable children but also the love of his life.
"Thank you, Yaoyao."
Mo Chen looked at Shen Yao and spoke the words he wanted to say most.
Thank you for making him realize that besides his father and nephew, there was someone else who made him feel like he had a home!
In contrast to Mo Chen, Xiao Jun listened to Shen Yao's words as if he were hearing a mythical tale.
Especially when she mentioned that Mo Xuan was a child she had found in the cultivation world, and then revealed that Mo Xuan was a Demon Lord, and a Flood Dragon, he was utterly flabbergasted.
Holy cow!
This world was too insane. It wasn't him who was crazy; no, this world was insane!
At the same time, his gaze shifted to the small box. So, this little black snake was indeed Mo Xuan?!
He was long past the age of chuunibyo. Although he had once fantasized about being a great hero or the Monkey King as a child, imagination was different from reality!
"Here, take this! You'll be responsible for him from now on!"
Mo Chen, noticing his nephew's reaction, assumed he wanted the box and handed it to Xiao Jun.
Xiao Jun: !!!
Likewise, Mo Chen had no idea that Xiao Jun was actually afraid of snakes, which was why he handed Mo Xuan over without hesitation.
Xiao Jun held the snake, his hand trembling so violently that anyone seeing him would think he had Parkinson's disease.
"Li-little Uncle! I don't want it, I'm afraid of snakes..."
Xiao Jun, trembling, tried to hand the snake back to Mo Chen, but before he could get close, the lid of the box suddenly popped open.
It turned out Mo Xuan had woken up at some point and was using his head to push open the transparent lid covering him, curiously peeking out at his surroundings.
Naturally, the first person he saw was Xiao Jun, holding the box.
Xiao Jun: !!! Don't come near me!
However, no one knew his inner cries. Mo Xuan was lifting his head, swaying as he crawled out of the box and then nestled into Xiao Jun's hands.
Whether it was their imagination or not, they felt that Mo Xuan had an inexplicable sense of dependence on Xiao Jun.
What was going on? Given Mo Xuan's usual behavior, his first action upon waking should have been to pester his mother!
But today, he was acting uncharacteristically, showing dependence on Xiao Jun?!
Everyone was perplexed and confused, and naturally, they voiced their questions.
Shen Yao looked at Mo Xuan, thought for a moment, and then said, "Animals often develop a fondness for the first person they see. Xiao Jun was the first person Mo Xuan saw upon waking. He's currently like a newborn snake, so it's normal for him to feel affection towards Xiao Jun. This is what people call imprinting!"
"So, you're saying Mo Xuan thinks Xiao Jun is his mother?" Shen Mom exclaimed in disbelief.
Shen Yao thought for a moment and nodded, saying, "That's also a possibility."
She didn't want to state anything definitively. After all, in Mo Xuan's current state, whether he regarded Xiao Jun as his mother or something else was hard to say.
Then, in the next second, she found out. It was likely the second option.
The little snake, which had been coiled in Xiao Jun's hand, looked around and then immediately darted towards Shen Yao.
The little black snake landed beside Shen Yao, lifting its small head and gently nuzzling Shen Yao's cheek.
Feeling the coldness on her cheek, Shen Yao's expression became somewhat enigmatic. This guy...
Then, in the next second, Mo Xuan flew to Xiao Jun's shoulder, rested his head limply on Xiao Jun's shoulder, and wrapped his tail around Xiao Jun's neck.
Xiao Jun: Felt as if his throat was caught by fate!
Would Xiao Jun dare to move!
Xiao Jun indicated that not only did he not dare to move, but he was also covered in goosebumps, layer upon layer!
He truly couldn't accept reptiles like snakes, even though he knew this snake was Mo Xuan, who he had been close to.
Why did he have to turn into a snake, of all things? And a snake that coiled around him? Wasn't that going to kill him?!
"Haha, Xiao Jun, it seems Mo Xuan thinks you're his mother. You'd better treat him well!"
Shen Big Brother, oblivious to Xiao Jun's plight, looked at the scene and laughed heartily.
He had been worried that his hypothetical nephew would die. Now that he knew he wouldn't, and had even found himself a guardian, how could he not be happy!
!!!
"Uncle, hurry, take this snake off me!" Xiao Jun began to plead for help from everyone, looking at them with imploring eyes, hoping to appeal to their conscience.
Alas, his plea fell on deaf ears, and instead of regaining their conscience, he was met with a fresh wave of mockery.
"No way, Xiao Jun, you're a grown man, are you really afraid of snakes?" Shen Big Brother expressed his disbelief. What was there to fear about a snake, especially one that was Mo Xuan, who wouldn't hurt anyone.
"That's right, Xiao Jun, you're a man, how can you be so timid!" Shen Second Brother chimed in.
Of course, his tone carried a hint of sarcasm, clearly enjoying the spectacle.
Even his little uncle, Mo Chen, seeing Xiao Jun's reaction, said, "It's just a little snake. Are you really afraid of a single snake?"