How can one become an immortal with such laziness?

"whispering sound."

Hei Yang curled his lip, looking bored.

He didn't even intend to ask Xiao Huo. Although Hei Yang thought she wasn't qualified to survive in society, he knew her family survival skills inside and out. She only played when she was winning.

"Okay, okay, just kidding, just kidding."

Hong Li chuckled and waved her hand, then said seriously, "Actually, there's not much to say!"

Just like every year, for me, it's enough if everyone gets together for a lively meal.

"Well……"

Hei Yang paused for a moment, then nodded in agreement, saying, "That's true."

Since turning ten, Hei Yang and Hong Li have stopped being considered "babies" in their parents' eyes, and their birthdays are no longer as grand as when they were children.

We'd cook some longevity noodles, gather around the table, laugh and joke, and that would be enough to celebrate their birthdays.

Hei Yang and Hong Li were happy with this arrangement, finding it convenient and easy. They also enjoyed the atmosphere of both families being together, ensuring they could have a happy birthday.

Last year, neither Hei Yang nor Hong Li were home, and it was the first time she hadn't had a family reunion for her birthday.

Hei Yang simply missed his birthday celebration, but Hong Li, unusually, invited her friends to a restaurant for a meal, and Hong Li even got drunk.

Because her family wasn't around at the time, Hei Yang had a big meal to help Hong Li overcome her longing and also to celebrate that they were finally together.

In Five Colors City, all they need to do is have a happy meal with their family; that would be the best birthday gift.

Hei Yang Hong Li has always been like this. Even after getting married, when she is too lazy to move or eat, she still remembers to send herself home to her parents from time to time so that they know how their child has been doing. They chat and laugh as always.

That's what family love is like; it's the most resilient because as long as parents are alive, there's always a source of support, and the debt of gratitude for raising and nurturing can never be repaid in a lifetime.

Yet it is also the most vulnerable, because the side facing loved ones is never guarded, and one can easily hurt each other.

There may be exceptions, but this is mostly the case.

"Moreover, and more importantly, by August, all the seasonal fruits will be available..."

Hongli's eyes sparkled as she grasped Heiyang's hands, saying happily, "Mom will buy lots of fruit, and my aunts and uncles will bring some too..."

"Hiss, that's right."

Hei Yang grasped Hong Li's hands in return, his eyes shining as well.

"Apples, pears, grapes, dates, pomegranates, peaches, pineapples, bananas..."

"Slurp~" *2

Before Hei Yang Hong Li could say anything more, the communication spirit stone suddenly lit up.

"Eh?"

Hongli looked at Elder Huo Le, the classic messenger, and couldn't help but complain, "We were just discussing food, and Elder Huo came right after smelling the aroma, didn't he..."

"Haha, good afternoon, Xiao Yang and Xiao Li!"

Elder Huole popped up in the frame, beaming with enthusiasm.

How have you been lately?

"Hmm, it's good, I'm doing very well in every sense of the word..."

Hong Li responded and squinted at Elder Huo Le, feeling that his enthusiasm must mean something was up!

"I say, Elder Huo Le, what are you planning now?"

Hongli said warily, "We already said that last time!"

We're not going to that fragmented space; you guys can lead your own teams there.

"Hahaha, it's a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding."

Elder Huole waved his hand with a smile.

"Don't worry, that's not what I'm going to talk about this time."

"Oh ho?"

Hongli raised an eyebrow, asking curiously, "Explain in detail?"

"Ahem, there's not much to say, really."

Elder Huo Le smiled sheepishly and said, "Um, Xiao Yang and Xiao Li, aren't your birthdays in a few days?"

"Ok?"

Hei Yang let out a soft "Eh?" and leaned over, looking wary. "Elder Huo Le, how did you know?"

"Okay!"

Hong Li's eyes widened in shock as she exclaimed, "Elder Huo Le, you actually investigated us behind our backs!"

You've gone so far as to scheme against us?!

"Ugh, ptooey, ptooey! What investigation? Why are you making such a nasty statement? Do you think I'm that kind of person?!"

Elder Huo Le's forehead creased with a black line as he quickly explained to prove his innocence.

"I was unaware of this matter at first, but I first heard from Senior Brother Shui Ran that Xiao Long was making a fuss about coming back to celebrate Xiao Yang's birthday."

Then I heard Xiaoxingyun say that her sister Hongli's birthday was coming soon.

I only found out it was your birthday because they told me. There's no such thing as a survey or anything like that!

"Xiaolong is always good at keeping track of dates."

Hei Yang nodded, feeling somewhat touched.

"I need to think about his birthday for a while."

"Um……"

Hongli paused, then asked, "So what do you mean? And then what?"

"after?"

Elder Huole smiled and waved his hand.

"Xiaolong was definitely rejected. He just went back a few months ago and he wants to go back again. How can one be so impatient in cultivation?"

He's destined to lead the Water Department in the future; even if he can't be as composed as Senior Brother Shui, he can't be too unreliable, can he?

"That's true."

Hei Yang nodded in agreement and smiled, saying, "Tell Xiaolong that he appreciates the sentiment, and that he should focus on his cultivation at the Five Elements Sect."

"Okay, I'll pass on the message for you."

Huo Le smiled and changed the subject.

"However, while Senior Brother Shui Ran didn't agree to Xiao Long's request, it's different for me..."

"Ok?"

A question mark popped up above Hei Yang Hong Li's head.

"How to say?"

"Ahem, as everyone knows, Elder Huo Le is always gentle and kind-hearted, understanding and caring towards his disciples, and considerate of their emotions."

Huo Le chuckled and said, "So even though Xiaolong can't go, I have no reason to refuse if Xiaoxingyun wants to come and celebrate your birthday."

"Ok?"

Hongli frowned and muttered to herself.

"Peaceful, gentle, understanding, and considerate of her disciples' feelings..."

"what happened?"

Elder Huo Le's smile froze, and he couldn't help but ask, "Is there a problem?"

"Ah, cough cough, it's nothing, it's nothing."

Hong Li waved her hand, revealing her half-moon eyes, and quickly changed the subject.

"So Elder, just say what you really want to say. Let's not beat around the bush here."

"Oh dear, oh dear, I didn't mean anything by it."

Elder Huole paused for a moment, then smiled again.

"I'm just calling to tell you about this, so you can know in advance."

"Yeah, you guys had a great time, hehe. Ah, I'm hanging up now, see you later!"

"toot toot"

The screen suddenly went black.

Hei Yang: "???"

Hongli: "???"

"no……"

Hong Li looked at the communication stone in her hand with a puzzled expression and couldn't help but ask, "What does this mean? Hei Yang, what do you think?"