"Agreed."
The low, wooden male voice slowly descended.
Si Jianye narrowed his eyes, a smile in them.
This little girl was learning to bargain.
"What are you two doing?" Feng Ninghe, walking ahead, paused and turned to look at the two figures, one large and one small, stopped behind her.
Si Xin Xin trotted up, the little pigtail on her head swaying, her tender, fair, round face filled with curiosity, as if contemplating where to play.
Si Jianye slowly followed behind, looking at Feng Ninghe. "How much longer does Xin Xin need to take medicine before you can treat her congenital deficiency?"
Feng Ninghe subconsciously glanced down at the small figure ahead and replied softly, "She still needs to take medicine for a while longer. It depends on her body's absorption. It shouldn't take too long."
Si Jianye's eyes flickered with a subtle light as he voiced his thoughts, "After she finishes absorbing the medicine, how will you treat her?"
To treat her, she would have to use her Phoenix Origin to replenish Xin Xin's congenital deficiency.
The medicine could only condition her body, saving her a lot of trouble in the final step of treatment. Phoenix Origin was something no medicine in the world could replace.
Feng Ninghe did not rush to respond. She turned and gazed at the man before her. "When that day comes, you will know. Don't worry, I won't let Xin Xin come to harm."
Her clear, crisp voice reached his ears, seeming to soothe his heart.
It also instilled trust in Si Jianye.
If this woman had intended to harm Xin Xin, she would have had countless opportunities before now.
Si Xin Xin played around the street until she was tired and finally stopped.
"Pretty Mama, why don't you come back with me and sleep together!"
Si Xin Xin gently tugged at Feng Ninghe's sleeve with her tender hands, her large, teary eyes looking at her.
Looking at the childish yet earnest face before her, Feng Ninghe reached out and gently tickled her nose, smiling. "You're already a big girl. You should learn to sleep by yourself. I still need to refine medicine for you, and there are many things to attend to. I should go back."
Refining the medicine to treat Xin Xin was extremely intricate and time-consuming.
A flicker of disappointment crossed Si Xin Xin's bright eyes, but she still nodded obediently, indicating she understood. "Then, I'll wait until Pretty Mama has time to sleep with me."
Si Jianye's hands were casually crossed over his chest, his intense gaze fixed on the two before him.
Those other women went to great lengths to please Si Xin Xin.
Yet, looking at Feng Ninghe, she had effortlessly won Si Xin Xin's affection without doing much.
His gaze unconsciously deepened.
Si Xin Xin waved goodbye to Feng Ninghe reluctantly, her other hand already clutching Si Jianye's sleeve.
"Daddy, I want to play with Pretty Mama again tomorrow."
As Si Xin Xin turned to leave, taking only a few steps, her gaze fell upon Si Jianye, her eyes full of anticipation.
Seeing the girl's eagerness, Si Jianye felt a pang in his heart, but he still patiently replied, "Didn't she say she needs to refine medicine? The medicine you've taken, though not much, is refined from a hundred kinds of herbs and takes a lot of time. She's busy refining medicine and doesn't have time to accompany you."
Si Xin Xin's affection for Feng Ninghe was even more fervent than for her own father.
Even though Feng Ninghe was merely Si Xin Xin's godmother.
With simple words, she drooped her head slightly, a hint of dejection on her small face. "Then, I'll wait until Pretty Mama has time, and I'll play with her then."
The two headed rapidly towards the residence.
Upon entering, Si Jianye flicked his sleeve and removed the mask he wore.
Before they had taken a few steps, a crisp female voice rang out from outside the house.
"Feng Qingcheng pays respects to the Underworld King!"
The moment the female voice sounded, Si Xin Xin's brow furrowed, and a hint of annoyance flashed across her eyes.
That annoying Feng Qingcheng had actually tracked them here.
She had relentlessly pursued them in Xiyou Continent, and now they had to see this detestable woman again in Ligou.
Axi had just closed the gate when he heard someone arrive.
He instinctively looked at Si Jianye.
Si Jianye's expression was as cold as ever, his eyes devoid of emotion. He turned his gaze to the gate and uttered three icy words, "Open the gate."
He was equally annoyed by Feng Qingcheng.
Five years ago, this woman had appeared before him with the newborn Si Xin Xin.
Feng Qingcheng had exchanged this child for a lifetime of favor.
Creak—
Axi opened the gate behind him, the wooden door emitting a dull sound.
As the main gate opened, an exquisite carriage was parked silently.
Beside the carriage stood a woman with a graceful figure.
Seeing Si Jianye, a hint of excitement flickered in Feng Qingcheng's beautiful eyes.
Upon learning that Feng Ninghe had returned to Ligou, she could no longer restrain herself.
The woman who should have died five years ago was now alive and well, returning to the Feng family!
More importantly, the Underworld King was also in Ligou.
She absolutely could not let these two meet. The secret of five years ago must not be exposed! Kuai Shu Ge.
"Greetings, Underworld King."
She suppressed her emotions, stepped forward quickly, and bowed. As she bent, a large portion of her fair skin was exposed.
This outfit was specially prepared for the Underworld King.
However, Si Jianye's gaze did not linger. His indifferent male voice slowly descended, "My whereabouts were revealed by that old man, weren't they?"
He had only told the old man his whereabouts.
If this woman could find him, she must have gotten the information from the old man.
Feng Qingcheng's eyes flickered slightly, and a faint smile rose on her exquisitely made-up face. "Underworld King, Master was also worried about your safety, fearing you couldn't take care of yourself. So, I came on behalf of Master to visit you."
Si Jianye grunted softly, remaining silent.
He didn't believe the old man would worry about his safety. No one in this world could harm him. It must be Feng Qingcheng making up an excuse to come.
Si Xin Xin clenched her small fists, her angry eyes fixed on Feng Qingcheng.
Five years ago, it was Feng Qingcheng and Feng Tongtong who conspired against Pretty Mama. This wicked woman had caused Pretty Mama to suffer a tragic fate!
No wonder she had disliked this two-faced wicked woman from the beginning. Feng Qingcheng was inherently evil!
Now, Feng Tongtong had become a laughingstock in the entire Ligou, with everyone waiting to see her make a fool of herself, yet Feng Qingcheng was still doted upon.
She would definitely teach this wicked woman a good lesson!
Si Jianye could sense the annoyance radiating from Si Xin Xin.
Si Xin Xin had disliked Feng Qingcheng before, but never with such intense hatred.
Why did this girl suddenly hate Feng Qingcheng so much?
At this moment, Feng Qingcheng's eyes were fixed on Si Jianye, how could she notice the change in Si Xin Xin's emotions?
When she finally looked at Si Xin Xin, her bright eyes were clear, and she had regained her usual innocent and adorable demeanor.
"Xin Xin, you and the Underworld King are new here. I should fulfill my duty as a host. How about I take you sightseeing in a couple of days?"
Feng Qingcheng proactively suggested.