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Chapter 546 Happy to be a father

Qu Liu raised his eyes and fixed his gaze steadily on Xiang Zhu.

As the leader, Xiang Zhu is like a stabilizing force, shouldering the heavy responsibility of the rise and fall of the spiritual world.

At this moment, Qu Liu's face showed the maturity and open-mindedness of a person who understands the world. With a smile on his lips, he slowly tried to smooth things over: "Commander-in-chief, what Ajing said makes sense, and I fully agree with it. Since you are in the position of commander, it is natural for you to take on the responsibility. Although your strength is limited, you see, we, the subordinates, are running around for the spiritual world, working day and night, and it's really hard. Everyone's vision is always limited, and many times it's like groping in the fog, and we just put all our hopes on you. Madam, don't you think this makes sense?" After speaking, Qu Liu slightly turned sideways, turned his head to look at Yin Ting, his eyes were as gentle as water, and there was a hint of inquiry.

Yingting met Qu Liu's gaze and nodded gently. Her eyes were firm and bright, like the twinkling stars in the night sky: "It is absolutely true. The current situation is as complicated as a mess. We really need a clear direction. Many times, facing those difficult choices, we are like a ship lost in the vast ocean, completely at a loss. We really have to rely on you, the commander-in-chief, to have a far-sighted vision, point out the way forward for everyone, lead us to break through these difficulties, and resolve the crisis before us."

Xiang Zhu listened quietly, his expression gentle, with a hint of thought in his eyes.

He raised his hand and gently stroked his chin, with a faint smile on his lips all the time. In that smile, there was both relief for everyone's understanding and a clear understanding of the situation.

When Xiang Zhu heard this, he paused, the smile on his face froze slightly, and then his eyes fell on Ajing as gently as the warm spring sun.

With a smile that seemed helpless and teasing, he said, "Look, your words are so logical and sincere that they make me look incompetent as the commander-in-chief."

When Ah Jing heard this, her heart skipped a beat and she panicked. She subconsciously swung her fair hands in front of her quickly, shaking her head like a rattle, and said anxiously, "Commander-in-chief, I absolutely didn't mean that! I was just as anxious as an ant on a hot pot when I thought about the crisis in the spirit world. Those thoughts were out of control and all came out at once. Please don't misunderstand me!"

Xiang Zhu shook his head gently, his helpless smile full of tolerance for A Jing. He sighed and said with emotion: "I know, you guys are putting all this heavy burden on my shoulders, as if all the affairs of the spirit world have become a one-man show for me. Can't you share more of the burden with me?"

Yin Ting couldn't help but take over the conversation, pretending to be angry while her beautiful eyes turned around, her tone full of intimacy in daily interactions. Thinking about the rush of these days, the corners of her mouth drooped slightly, and she said coquettishly: "How dare I not share the burden? Qu Liu and I have been busy with the affairs of the spirit world these days, and the soles of our shoes are almost worn out. We have been inspecting and tending to spirits one after another. The hardships involved are beyond the understanding of others."

Qu Liu also followed suit, with a bit of grievance on his face. Those difficult tasks emerged in his mind, and he smiled bitterly and said, "Yes, the tasks assigned by this mansion are more difficult than one, and the difficulty is like a mountain towering into the clouds. I work hard for the spirit world every day, and I hope to contribute more to the spirit world. You say these words, which really makes us feel uncomfortable."

Ah Jing nodded quickly, as if to show his determination, and raised his voice and said: "Did you hear that, Commander-in-Chief, who wouldn't help you and love you? We are all dedicated to the spirit world, without any selfish motives." Xiang Zhu looked at everyone, his eyes full of relief, and waved his hands with a smile, like comforting a group of upset children. He said gently: "Okay, okay, it's my fault. Don't complain, just take a good rest here, at least for two days, so that I can calm down and think of a way to make your work easier." After hearing this, the tense lines on everyone's faces instantly relaxed, revealing a long-lost smile.

At this time, Shousheng, who had been standing quietly at the side, looked a little lonely, as if he had been forgotten in a corner by the bustle. He sighed softly, with a hint of self-mockery in his voice: "You are all in pairs, talking and laughing, which makes me look even more lonely." Ah Jing was sharp-eyed and noticed Shousheng's strangeness at a glance. Seeing this, she hurried forward to comfort him, her eyes full of concern: "Don't say that, how could I forget you?" As she said that, she winked playfully and looked at Xiang Zhu: "This matter depends on the ability of Commander Xiang Zhu."

Xiang Zhu pointed at himself innocently, looking like a wronged child, and said with a wry smile: "Okay, okay, I'll think of a way to get Shousheng's good lover back, so that he won't be absent-minded every day. If he goes on like this, the bamboos on my Qixia Mountain will be chopped into toothpicks by him." When everyone heard this, they were stunned at first, and then burst into laughter. The originally tense and depressing atmosphere disappeared without a trace in an instant.

On Qixia Mountain, clouds and mists linger, and green bamboos sway. Zhenzhuju stands quietly in the middle. This is where Yinting and Quliu live, and it is also Yinting's home that carries countless old times. After not returning for a long time, the air is filled with a faint atmosphere of familiarity and strangeness.

Yin Ting stepped into the house, her eyes gently sweeping across every corner, as if she was reuniting with an old friend, and whispered softly: "Yes, it's been a long time since I came back." That voice was filled with the tenderness and emotion accumulated over the years, and every word seemed to float from the depths of memory.

Qu Liu walked to her side, stretched out his arm and gently wrapped it around her shoulders, sighing slightly, with a bit of attachment and regret: "If we hadn't been urgently recalled this time, I'm afraid it would be difficult for us to have the opportunity to return to this Zhuzhu Residence together and relive the tranquility of the past."

There was a mysterious smile on Yin Ting's lips, and a different light flashed in her eyes, as if she was hiding a sweet secret. She laughed softly, "It's not just the two of us who come back here this time." Her voice was soft, but it was particularly clear in this quiet room.

Qu Liu was slightly startled, a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes, and then, as if he had caught some key information, surprise instantly bloomed on his face like fireworks. He widened his eyes, his eyes were full of expectation and disbelief, and subconsciously grabbed Yin Ting's shoulders with both hands, and asked anxiously: "Could it be...you are pregnant?" His voice trembled slightly because of excitement.

Yin Ting nodded gently, her smile became brighter, like flowers blooming in spring, her eyes full of happiness and tenderness.

In an instant, Qu Liu's eyes turned red with excitement and tears welled up in his eyes. He picked up Yin Ting and spun around several times, saying over and over: "I'm going to be a father! I'm really going to be a father!" His voice was full of irrepressible joy, which was the ecstasy and responsibility of becoming a father.

Yinting was amused and giggled, her laughter was as clear as a silver bell, echoing in the house. She reached out and gently stroked Qu Liu's cheek, saying softly: "Yes, little Qu Liu is going to be a father." At this moment, Zhenzhuju seemed to be infected by their happiness, filled with a warm and sweet atmosphere.