Douluo: A Century-old Legend I Am the Second Uncle Chenxin

Chapter 1819 Everyone is happy
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Mai Zheling and Xin Shouyi argued heatedly, neither able to convince the other, their spittle flying everywhere.

Bao Ruoxi (or Bao Ruoxi) was caught in the middle, her little hands nervously clutching the hem of her clothes. She looked at this person and that person, her eyes full of helplessness, like a frightened little deer.

"Old Mai! If you continue to be unreasonable, we'll go ask the young master to settle this!" Xin Shouyi was so angry that he glared at Bao Ruoxi and grabbed her forearm.

“Fine, I’ll go! Who’s afraid of who! Do you think I’m afraid of your tricks, old Xin?” Mai Zheling said without backing down, grabbing Bao Ruoxi’s other arm with his other hand.

Neither of them let go, and they "held hostage" the bewildered Bao Ruoxi from both sides, and stormed off toward Chen Xiaojun and the other two who were drinking tea under the eaves.

"Young Master! Fifth Young Master! Old Gu! You three, please be the judge!" Mai Zhe's voice preceded his arrival, his booming voice shaking even the withered leaves. "This little Ruoxi's martial soul is a steamed bun, which is a match made in heaven for my old Mai's wheat martial soul! Why should Old Xin take it from her?"

Xin Shouyi immediately retorted: "Young Master! Old Mai's logic is twisted! I am the head chef, in charge of the overall situation. I am the most suitable person to teach her the Way of the Soul Master, the essence of cooking, and even the cultivation of her culinary heart! I can let him teach her his pastry skills as well, but the master-disciple relationship cannot be confused!"

The two argued back and forth at Chen Xiaojun's table, and Bao Ruoxi was pulled slightly, her head down, not daring to look at anyone, her eyes reddening again.

Perhaps tired of arguing, the two stopped and looked at the three of them.

Gu Yuanchao and Chen Mu exchanged a helpless glance.

Gu Yuanchao waved his hand: "Am I crazy? To stand up for you all? I won't do something like promising a sister-in-law to another man and then forgetting my sister-in-law."

Chen Mu quickly replied, "Uncles, I'm still young, so I won't stand between you."

Only Chen Xiaojun remained, slowly sipping his coarse tea, facing two red-faced, burly chefs and a little girl who was almost crying from fright.

Mai Zheling and Xin Shouyi turned their attention to him.

Mai Zheling shouted, "Young Master, they've both hidden, you can't hide anymore."

Xin Shouyi nodded in agreement: "That's right. You are the young master. If a lawsuit comes up, it's either Fifth Master or you who will make the decision."

Chen Xiaojun remained silent, for these words were nothing more than trivial family matters.

He put down his teacup. "Alright, uncles, it's not good to make a scene in public."

"Ruoxi's talent is rare, so the family will naturally nurture her well, providing ample resources and guidance. As for her apprenticeship..."

He paused, his gaze falling on Xin Shouyi: "Uncle Xin, you are the head chef, an expert in the art of blending the five flavors, and your method of nourishing soul power is the most orthodox 'Five Flavors Heart-Cleansing Technique.' It would be most prudent for you to take Ruoxi as your disciple, solidify her foundation as a soul master, and teach her the general principles of cooking. Ruoxi, from now on you will formally become Uncle Xin's disciple and perform the disciple's rites."

"Young Master is wise!" Xin Shouyi's face instantly broke into a smile, like a blooming old chrysanthemum, and he glanced at Mai Zheling with a smug look.

"Young Master! This isn't fair!" Mai Zheling cried out in alarm, his dark face turning purple, veins bulging on his forehead. "My...my...Baozi Martial Soul! My Mai family's most treasured skill is what she needs most and is the perfect match for her!"

He was so anxious that he stomped his feet on the spot, almost cracking the floor tiles.

Chen Xiaojun raised his hand, and an invisible force stopped Mai Zheling's almost bursting anxiety. He turned his gentle gaze to Bao Ruoxi, who was still looking down: "Ruoxi, don't be afraid, raise your head." Bao Ruoxi timidly raised her small face and met Chen Xiaojun's calm and deep eyes.

Chen Xiaojun looked at her and softened his tone: "Uncle Xin will be your master in terms of skills and the way of the Soul Master, that's settled."

He then changed the subject, saying, "However, you have seen Uncle Mai's fondness and high regard for you; this sentiment is especially precious."

Magellan's eyes suddenly lit up, as if he had grasped the last straw, and he nodded frantically, making urgent "uh-huh" sounds in his throat.

Chen Xiaojun continued, "Ruoxi, your parents have both passed away, and you are all alone and wandering. If you are willing, from now on, you can recognize Uncle Mai as your godfather and become his goddaughter. In this way, you will have an elder and relatives in this world, and a harbor to rely on. Are you... willing?"

What a twist!

The anxiety on Magellan's face was quickly replaced by immense joy, and his dark face flushed slightly with excitement.

Goddaughter! This is much closer than a simple teacher-student relationship; it's more like family!

He only has one son; it would be better if he had more daughters.

Bao Ruoxi was completely stunned.

Godfather? Goddaughter? Relative?
These words struck her heart like a gentle tap.

The loneliness of losing her parents at a young age, the scorn she suffered in the village, the despair she experienced after being trafficked... her longing for "home" and "family" had long been buried deep in her heart, but at this moment she was deeply touched by Chen Xiaojun's words.

“I…I do!” Bao Ruoxi’s voice trembled violently, and tears welled up in her eyes.

She subconsciously pulled slightly away from Xin Shouyi's hand that was supporting her (Old Xin had already understood and let go), and facing Mai Zheling a few steps away, she bent her knees and was about to kneel down deeply: "God...godfather!"

"Hey! Hey! My good daughter! Get up! Get up!" Mai Zheling rushed forward and firmly supported Bao Ruoxi's arm with his rough and strong hand, preventing her from actually kneeling down.

He gently lifted the petite girl up, his voice filled with unprecedented tenderness. "Good girl, with your godfather here, I'll hold up the sky for you even if it falls! If anyone dares to bully you again, I'll beat them until they're stuffed with dumplings! I'll pass on all my skills to you! I'll pass them on to you!"

Xin Shouyi watched from the side. Although he was a little disappointed that he couldn't become the only master, he felt relieved when he saw his old friend so excited and the little girl's eyes shining with tears.

Once you've recognized each other as godparents, you're practically family. Working together to nurture each other will make things even more fulfilling.

He clicked his tongue, finally revealing a kind smile, and snorted at Mai Zheling, "Old Mai, you're lucky! You've found such a good girl! When you teach Ruoxi, you're not allowed to hold back and drag me down!"

"Do you even need to tell me! She's my own daughter, I'd give her my heart and soul, why would I hide her!" Mai Zheling patted his chest loudly, full of pride.

Looking at the warm yet somewhat chaotic scene before him, Chen Xiaojun felt a sense of relief. He picked up the cup of coarse tea on the table, which had long since gone cold, and took a small sip. The slightly bitter taste of the tea melted in his mouth.

This minor "talent grabbing incident" has finally come to a happy ending for everyone.

In a corner of the warehouse compound, the registration line was still moving slowly.

Winter, which had stood motionless like an ice sculpture, seemed to stir slightly before quickly returning to its unchanging indifference.

(End of this chapter)