"Woof woof? (Boss, why did you stop?)" Gou Dan looked at Bai Ye with confusion. Too worried about Xiao Fantuan, it overlooked the subtle yet deadly crisis.
Hou Ying, however, frowned. The moment Bai Ye suddenly stopped, the energy from the bottom of the lake was something even he couldn't underestimate!
Behind them, Dapeng, seeing the space becoming increasingly oppressive as time passed, had an idea and flew back to Bai Ye's side.
"Master! Please don't worry. With the terrifying strength of the Yin-Yang Beast clan, even royalty wouldn't dare to offend them. So, Lord Xiao Fantuan will be fine over there."
"Moreover, the resources on the Tetes Continent are much better than here. For Lord Xiao Fantuan's current level, development there will definitely be smoother!"
Dapeng spoke in Da Xia language. He had been studying furiously these past few days, his mind filled with Chinese characters even while on patrol, and he could finally communicate normally...
Gou Dan glanced back at him. "Dapeng, what do you mean by that? Isn't it faster to get stronger by staying by our Boss's side? No dog would believe such a comfort!"
"Let's go home."
Suddenly, Bai Ye spoke. Gou Dan's eyes widened. "Woof? It actually worked? I don't understand!!!"
By the time Gou Dan looked up again, Bai Ye was already gone. Hou Ying had also left silently.
Gou Dan ran around the lake for a while, then decided to head home. "Woof woof woof!! (Dapeng, you watch here, I'm going home to check on my younger brothers.)"
After barking, Gou Dan accelerated, wisps of energy swirling beneath its four paws, its speed several times faster than before. In the blink of an eye, it had rushed out of the volcano.
Watching Gou Dan's retreating figure, Dapeng pondered, "Wind power similar to Lord Hou Ying? But it seems a bit ordinary? The other wolf packs also have no magic, are they just ordinary magical beasts?"
"If that's the case, why does Master like them so much? And that group of humans, weaker than ants... I really don't understand!"
Dapeng shook its head in confusion, flapped its wings, and flew down to the foot of the mountain.
"Brothers, it's safe, it's safe! You can continue working!"
Dapeng flew directly into the construction team crowd who were still taking shelter from the earthquake, greeting them with a smile and familiarity. These past two days, he had spent a lot of time in the construction team to learn Chinese.
As for the workers, they were initially surprised by Dapeng with wings, but now they were used to it. Before coming to work here, they had undergone ‘training’ for a long time and were somewhat prepared.
"Safe? Dapeng, what was that earthquake just now?"
"Yeah! It was so scary, I couldn't even stand steady!"
The workers gradually came out.
Dapeng calmly explained, "It's nothing, it's nothing! There was a minor issue in the volcano, but it's been resolved. Everyone, don't panic."
"Is that so! That's great, we can continue construction then."
"Let's hurry, the sooner we finish, the sooner we go home!"
"Dapeng, Dapeng! Dapeng, was that giant golden super bird you just now?"
A daring coworker asked, and the question immediately drew everyone's attention.
Dapeng nodded generously. "That's right, it was me. To be precise, I'm not just any big bird, but an Ancient Demon Peng! A powerful and ancient race, with a long and unbroken lineage... Of course! Everyone, don't be afraid. Like Master... cough, like Boss, I am also a good citizen who loves peace and life!"
"Σ(°△°|||)!!! Holy crap!!!" The coworkers were stunned.
"You, are you really the kind of monster they talk about in the news?"
"Then... Dapeng, will Brother Ye and you attend the Da Xia National Influence Commendation Conference tomorrow?"
"Dapeng, I thought I heard you say something about Master earlier?"
...
Lone Star Villa.
After returning home, Bai Ye gave some potions to Xiaobai, letting it take care of Quan Shi and the others, and then went back to his room.
Hou Ying sat in the living room, watching the news while continuing his bamboo weaving.
When Gou Dan returned, it felt that this once warm and lively home was unusually heavy and oppressive for the first time.
Evening.
Modu Happiness Elementary School. After school, parents gradually picked up their children at the school gate.
"Lydia, will Brother Bai Ye come to pick you up?"
"I'm heading back now! Remember to wake up early tomorrow, don't be late! My good deskmate and friend!"
Si Jiujiu, following her parents, waved goodbye to Lydia with backward glances.
"What a cute little girl!"
"Wow! Isn't that Bai Ye's sister, Lydia? Wow, she's much more radiant than my daughter!"
"Tsk tsk! Brother Ye's family has such strong genes!"
"Ahem, Brother Ye said that Lydia is not his biological sister..."
"It doesn't matter if she's biological or not! Brat, work hard, understand?"
"By the way, Lydia is probably waiting for Brother Ye there, right?"
"Holy crap! Son, stop! We'll go home later!"
"I heard from parents who were lucky enough to see this morning that Brother Ye's car is a Big G, with the license plate Mo A.16888???"
...
Some people guessed that Bai Ye would come, so they found various excuses to keep their children waiting, looking at the passing vehicles...
However, when their attention shifted away from Lydia, a figure flashed past in front of Lydia, and in the blink of an eye, Lydia also disappeared.
"Brother, why didn't you drive to pick me up?"
Lydia's little face was full of smiles. She had made many friends at school today. This kind of environment was her first time experiencing it, and she found it novel, not repulsive.
"Huh? Brother, what's wrong? You seem unhappy?" Lydia quickly noticed Bai Ye's unusual silence.
"Xiao Fantuan it..." Bai Ye told her about Xiao Fantuan being taken away.
Lydia's full joy was immediately replaced by anxious sorrow. That night, she ran to the volcanic green lake and cried all night.
The next day, Imperial Capital People's Square.
Early in the morning, while various instruments and equipment were still being installed and temporary structures were nearing completion, the square was already crowded with people, buzzing with excitement.
People had rushed from all over the country overnight, all for the sake of witnessing the extraordinary moment of the 'People's Hero Commendation Conference'. They were also looking forward, with anticipation, to what earth-shattering secret the state officials would reveal...