The matter between Feng Ninghe and Si Jianye had already caused a stir in the State of Li, with people speculating about their relationship.
Madam Bai had also heard some rumors.
However, rumors were just rumors, and it was difficult to discern their truth.
Bai Niannian quickly explained, "Mother, Master and the Underworld King have a daughter, and Xin Xin is their child."
"What?"
"The biological mother of the Underworld King's only daughter is actually Miss Feng!"
Madam Bai's pupils widened abruptly, looking at Bai Niannian in disbelief.
She had originally thought Feng Ninghe was Si Xin Xin's godmother, but she never imagined she was her biological mother.
After all, Si Xin Xin's father was the Underworld King of Xiyou Continent. With his backing, it wouldn't be a problem to traverse the entire Xuanzhou Continent.
Bai Niannian was already accustomed to such reactions and nodded without hesitation, "That's right, Si Xin Xin's birth mother is Miss Feng. Not to mention her own high cultivation, she also has the Underworld King supporting her. I am very safe with them."
She didn't forget to seize the opportunity to reassure Madam Bai.
With the Underworld King around, no one would dare to attack them.
These days, although the Underworld King seemed to be acting alone, he had actually provided a lot of help in secret.
Madam Bai's eyes lit up instantly, a few glints flashing through them, "Your Master is truly someone you chose correctly."
Countless people had tried to get close to Si Jianye but failed. Bai Niannian's Master was Feng Ninghe, which meant she was indirectly connected to the Underworld King.
With such a strong background, she no longer had to worry about her precious daughter being bullied.
Bai Niannian smiled charmingly and affectionately linked her arm with Madam Bai's, "Mother, my judgment has always been good. I've only come back once, and tonight I want to sleep with you."
Looking at Bai Niannian's smiling face, Madam Bai's cheeks bloomed with a bright smile, and she couldn't help but gently flick her forehead, "You're so old, and you still want to sleep with your mother."
Bai Niannian shamelessly clung to her arm, pouting and acting spoiled, "I want to."
Not far away, a figure stood silently.
Looking at the harmonious scene before him, Feng Xing's handsome face showed a hint of relief.
As he lowered his gaze, a layer of sadness veiled his eyes.
Born without parents, he would probably never experience what it was like to be loved by family.
Fortunately, he had people who treated him sincerely. His Master had friends, and he was not alone...
In another room.
After a day of traveling, Si Xin Xin fell asleep as soon as she hit the bed.
Xiao Zhao lay on another bed.
A dim candlelight flickered in the room.
Feng Ninghe looked up at Si Jianye before her, "Underworld King, Xin Xin is asleep. She is aware of her surroundings and won't be scared. Can you sleep in your own room now?"
These days, Si Jianye always used Xin Xin as an excuse to squeeze into her room.
Now that Xin Xin was sleeping soundly, she wanted to see what other excuse this man could come up with.
Si Jianye did not rush to answer. His deep eyes instantly locked onto her, and his cool, thin voice slowly fell, "Feng Ninghe, you went to the State of Lin not just to congratulate the new Empress on her ascension, did you?"
His voice carried a hidden meaning.
He didn't believe Feng Ninghe was only going to congratulate and give gifts.
This woman must be hiding a secret.
Her thoughts exposed, Feng Ninghe raised a faint smile and said dismissively, "The Underworld King is quite impatient. Won't you soon find out my purpose in going to the State of Lin?"
She had no intention of hiding her identity forever.
Her identity had been hidden for too long...
Si Jianye quietly observed the woman before him.
Feng Ninghe's skin was as delicate as porcelain, and her cool eyes held deep intentions.
Even though she stood right in front of him, Si Jianye couldn't fathom her thoughts.
"Underworld King, I need to rest, so I won't keep you."
Feng Ninghe spoke first, her clear voice instantly drawing Si Jianye's attention back.
He deliberately glanced at Si Xin Xin on the bed, then walked into the room and briskly pulled out a bed, placing it on the floor.
Si Jianye didn't forget to explain, "Xin Xin has been with me all these years. If she wakes up in the middle of the night and I'm not here, she'll be frightened. I'll stay here."
The man then lay down and covered himself with the quilt.
Such a plausible explanation left Feng Ninghe speechless.
Over the years, she hadn't been by Xin Xin's side, so it was only natural for Xin Xin to be accustomed to Si Jianye's presence.
She was in the wrong and couldn't argue.
Looking at the 'soundly sleeping' Si Jianye, she forced herself to look away, drew the curtains, and hugged Xin Xin to sleep.
That night.
Si Jianye, who should have been lying in bed, got up and left the room.
Outside, A'xi had somehow gotten a chicken leg and was eating it with his mouth wide open.
Hearing footsteps behind him, A'xi swallowed the chicken leg in a few bites, wiped the oil from the corner of his mouth, and respectfully said, "Underworld King."
These actions were clearly seen by Si Jianye. He raised an eyebrow, "You ate a lot at the banquet, and you're still not full?"
A'xi showed a simple smile, deliberately reaching up to scratch the back of his head, "Of course I'm full, but this frog leg is really fragrant, so I couldn't resist taking one. Underworld King, why are you here so late at night?"
As the topic shifted, Si Jianye's eyes narrowed, his handsome face, half-hidden in the darkness, unfathomable, "Go investigate the soon-to-be-crowned Empress of the State of Lin. Investigate as much as you can."
A character who appeared out of nowhere, and who could make Feng Ninghe personally go to the State of Lin to congratulate her, perhaps this soon-to-be-crowned Empress had something fishy about her.
A'xi nodded without hesitation, "Your subordinate will investigate immediately."
A'xi did not delay, and his figure quickly disappeared from the spot.
Only then did Si Jianye turn and return to the room...
The next day.
After a simple meal, everyone prepared to depart.
Madam Bai reluctantly held Bai Niannian's hand, gently patting her hand, "Niannian, who knows when we'll meet again after this parting. If you have time, remember to write back often."
Bai Niannian nodded without hesitation, "Don't worry, Mother. Once I reach the State of Lin, I'll send a letter immediately!"
Although Madam Bai was reluctant, she also knew that traveling and gaining experience would not be detrimental to Bai Niannian.
Old Master Bai smiled and waved his hand generously, bidding them farewell, "Alright, hurry up and go. Young people should always be tempered more."
Under the gaze of the Bai family, Bai Niannian got into the carriage, a hint of helplessness on her beautiful face.
The carriage drove forward.
Before they had traveled a few steps, Bai Niannian couldn't help but sigh, a trace of sadness in her clear, limpid eyes.
"Missing home already?"
Sensing Bai Niannian's thoughts, Feng Xing, who was driving the carriage, spoke up.
Looking at the bustling scene around them, the familiar surroundings, Bai Niannian raised a bright smile, and the sadness in her eyes instantly vanished, "I do miss home a little."