"Second brother, now that you're back, can you please not leave again?"

Yang Jian shook his head: "I'll be leaving in a few days; I have things to take care of."

Yang Chan's mouth immediately pursed, and her eyes began to redden again.

“However…” Yang Jian changed the subject, “Once I finish what I’m doing, I’ll take you and your brother to Wuhun City. We’ll see each other every day then, so don’t find me annoying.”

"Really?" Yang Chan's eyes lit up instantly, and the gloom on his face vanished. "Pinky promise!"

She extended her little finger, and Yang Jian smiled and hooked it with hers.

"Pinky promise, a hundred years of vows, never to be broken."

Yang Chan was satisfied, and then started asking all sorts of questions.

Yang Jiao sat beside her, watching his younger sister chatter incessantly while his younger brother patiently answered every question, unable to suppress the smile on his face.

This is what home feels like.

The topics ranged from all over the world, from spiritual practice to daily life, from the past to the future.

Laughter from the three of them occasionally drifted out of the house.

Before we knew it, several hours had passed.

Yang Jiao suddenly interjected, asking, "Xiao Jian, what level are you now?"

Yang Jian glanced at him and made no attempt to hide anything.

Level 50.

The room fell silent for a moment.

Yang Jiao and Yang Chan were both stunned.

Level 50.

Soul King.

The twelve-year-old Soul King.

Yang Jiao opened his mouth, and after a long while, he managed to squeeze out a sentence: "Back then, when Uncle Wang said you could become a Title Douluo, I thought he was just being polite. Now it seems he was absolutely right."

His tone was calm, and there was no jealousy in his eyes, only heartfelt pride and self-satisfaction.

Yang Chan's reaction was much more enthusiastic.

"Wow! Second Brother, you're a Soul King now!" She jumped up from her chair, hands on her hips, her little face held high. "Becoming a Title Douluo is a sure thing! Let's see who dares to bully me then!"

Yang Jian smiled but didn't say anything.

Title Douluo?

His goal has never been just to become a Title Douluo.

……

The dinner was very plentiful.

Wang Hegui had prepared a table full of dishes in advance, including fish, meat, and a large bowl of steaming soup.

The three siblings sat around the table, eating and chatting.

Yang Chan ate with his mouth full of oil, and kept putting food on Yang Jian's plate as he ate.

Yang Jiao watched with a smile, occasionally interjecting a few words, creating an incredibly warm atmosphere.

After finishing the meal.

Yang Chan lingered by Yang Jian's side and refused to leave, but in the end, Yang Jiao pulled her away.

"Let your second brother rest, we'll talk again tomorrow."

Yang Chan left reluctantly, but before leaving, she turned back and said, "Second Brother, you must play with me tomorrow!"

"it is good."

The door closed, and the room became quiet.

Yang Jian sat on the edge of the bed, not in a hurry to rest, but softly called out to the air, "Uncle Yue."

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As soon as he finished speaking, a dark figure floated in through the window. Yue Guan appeared out of thin air in the center of the room, dressed in a purple robe, with a faint smile on her alluring face.

He looked Yang Jian up and down, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.

“This is how a young person should be.” Yue Guan leaned against the window, her tone tinged with emotion. “You used to always look so mature and composed, it made me feel tired just watching you.”

Yang Jian didn't respond to that, but instead said directly, "Uncle Yue, I'd like to borrow one million gold soul coins from you."

Because Yue Guan had been hiding in the shadows all day, he knew perfectly well that Wang Hegui was going to give him the gold soul coins. He nodded slightly and said, "No problem, I'll have someone deliver them tomorrow."

"Thank you, Uncle Yue." Yang Jian cupped his hands in thanks.

Yue Guan waved his hand, and with a flash, disappeared into the night.

……

For the next three days, Yang Jian put aside all her cultivation and focused on spending time with her brother and sister.

On the first day, they went to the most bustling commercial street in Linhai City.

Yang Chan was like a bird released from its cage, running around the streets, touching and looking at everything she saw.

Yang Jian bought her several new outfits and also bought Yang Jiao a good quality short fork.

The next day, they went to the beach.

Yang Chan ran barefoot on the beach, picked up a bunch of seashells, and said he would take them back to the college to give to his classmates.

Yang Jiao stood by the sea, gazing at the distant horizon, and told Yang Jian about the interesting things that had happened over the years.

On the third day, they didn't go anywhere; they just stayed at home.

Yang Chan pestered Yang Jian to tell her stories about the Spirit Hall. Yang Jian picked out some of the stories he could tell her, and her eyes sparkled with longing as she listened.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye.

When they parted, Yang Chan cried her heart out.

"Second brother...you must come to pick me up soon..." She grabbed Yang Jian's clothes, her voice choked with sobs, tears streaming down her face.

Yang Jian knelt down to wipe away her tears and looked earnestly into her eyes: "I'll come pick you up as soon as I'm done with my business."

"Pinky promise".

"Pinky promise".

Yang Chan then let go of his hand, took two steps back, and watched Yang Jian board the carriage with red eyes.

Yang Jiao stood beside her, patted his sister on the shoulder, and said to Yang Jian, "Be careful."

Yang Jian nodded, her gaze lingering on her brother and sister for a moment before she turned and walked into the carriage.

The carriage started slowly, its wheels rolling over the bluestone slabs with a clattering sound.

Yang Chan chased after her for a few steps, but was stopped by Yang Jiao.

She stood there, watching the carriage drive away into the distance, tears streaming down her face.

……

Inside the carriage, Yang Jian leaned back on the seat, gazing at the scenery rushing past the window, and remained silent for a long time.

Yue Guan appeared in the seat opposite him without disturbing him.

After a long while, Yang Jian finally withdrew his gaze, his eyes regaining their composure and sharpness.

"Where to next?" Yue Guan asked casually.

Yang Jian had already prepared his explanation.

"When I was browsing through the records from previous years in the library, I noticed a person named Qin Ming. He was said to be the second youngest Soul Emperor in the entire continent and had once studied at an academy called Shrek."

"The college must have something to offer if it can produce such students."

"Next stop, I'd like to visit Shrek Academy."

Yue Guan nodded, seemingly lost in thought.

"Qin Ming? I've heard of that name before." He stroked his chin. "He is indeed a genius. It seems Shrek Academy is not simple to have produced someone like him."

"It would be nice to go and take a look."

Yang Jian hummed in agreement, leaned back on the cushion, and closed her eyes.

No abnormalities were found during the moon inspection.

Shrek Academy.

Xiao Wu, I'm here.

……

The carriage traveled smoothly on the official road, its wheels rolling over gravel with a monotonous sound.

This is the third day since I left Linhai City.

At the current speed, we should be able to enter the territory of the Barak Kingdom in about ten days.

Soto City is located in the eastern part of the Kingdom of Barak, where Shrek Academy is also located.

Yang Jian leaned against the interior wall of the carriage, closed his eyes to rest, but his mind was already planning his next move.

Upon arriving at Shrek Academy, the first thing to do is to confirm whether Tang San and Xiao Wu have already enrolled.

If the plot doesn't deviate too much.

They should already be at the academy by now.

then……

Yang Jian's thoughts were suddenly interrupted.

Yue Guan, who was also resting with his eyes closed, suddenly opened them.

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