Fighting Against the Odds: I Am the Right Path

If she said that, Xiao Yan would definitely go back to the Jia Ma Empire with her, agree to all her requests, stay with her until the child is born, and then go to Zhongzhou to rescue Xiao Yu.

But if that were the case, I, who would have a child by then, would not be able to go to Zhongzhou with Xiao Yan to protect him, not to mention that Xiao Yan would definitely not agree.

Anyway, the situation of the snake people is somewhat different from that of humans. The ten months of pregnancy of humans does not apply to the snake people. Therefore, there is still a long time before the baby in her belly is born. With her current strength, she can also consciously control it.

At least during this period of time, try your best to help Xiao Yan finish what he needs to do, so that he can completely calm down.

Thinking so in her heart, Cai Lin looked at Xiao Yan who was walking in front of her with Zi Yan on his shoulders. Influenced by the prosperous atmosphere around them, her heart was slightly touched. She walked forward and stretched out her white wrist, and gently yet firmly embraced Xiao Yan's arm like a little woman.

"Colorful scales?"

Xiao Yan looked at him with some surprise. Cai Lin blushed slightly, but then she said with a cold expression and confidence.

"What? Do you have any opinions?"

"No! Absolutely no opinion!"

Xiao Yan quickly shook his head and felt the softness of Cai Lin's chest through his arm. Seeing the once noble Snake Queen now holding his arm like a little woman, his heart was moved. In a trance, Xiao Yan even wondered if he was dreaming.

Then Xiao Yan calmed himself down, breathed a sigh of relief, and calmly accepted the reality before him. Tenderness also emerged in his eyes as he looked at Cai Lin.

Now that he has decided to be responsible for her, Xiao Yan will not try to escape.

Xiao Yan would never be stingy with what he deserved.

"Let's go~"

Xiao Yan smiled, holding Zi Yan who was sitting on his shoulder with one hand, and letting Cai Lin hold the other hand. The two of them strolled on the busy street. Passers-by occasionally cast envious glances at them. To anyone who looked at them, they could see that they were a happy family of three. Only the little medical fairy in Xiao Yan's heart felt mixed emotions.

Along the way, there were all kinds of stalls on the street, some selling snacks, some selling toys, and some selling archery awards similar to those in Wutan City.

It was at this moment that Xiao Yan suddenly reacted. The scenes before him were too familiar. Looking carefully, he saw many paper-cut window decorations on the windows on the street, and many lanterns with the word "Fu" written on them, which were exactly the same as the scenes of the Xiao family celebrating the New Year.

Yes, today is the New Year.

Xiao Yan nodded suddenly, guessing that Mei'er and the others had brought the Xiao family's customs to the Black Horn Region.

If that's the case, Mei'er and the others might have gone home as well. After all, they haven't been back for two years. With Yuan Yi helping to look after them, there's no problem for them to go back for a few days.

"Xiao Yan! I want to eat this!"

At this moment, Zi Yan gently pulled Xiao Yan's hair and pointed at a stall selling barbecue skewers with shining eyes. Xiao Yan put away his thoughts and smiled softly.

"Good~"

Then, under Zi Yan's command, Xiao Yan and Cai Lin strolled through the stalls, dipping in sugar, grilling meat, frying rice cakes, etc. Xiao Yan even saw a lot of novel foods that were not even available in the Gama Empire.

Xiao Yan was very pleased when he noticed this. If even small stalls like this on the street were selling delicacies from all over the world, it meant that the business plan of the Black Horn Region was quite successful.

(It seems that Yuan Yi and Sister Ya Fei have worked very hard this year.)

Xiao Yixiang sighed in her heart that the business in Black Horn Region had developed to this level in just one year, which was enough to prove how much effort the two of them had put in.

(That’s right. I must thank them properly when I see them later.)

Xiao Yan agreed with this in his heart, and at this time the three of them came to a huge circular square. In the center of the square stood a statue. Xiao Yan and Cai Lin were stunned when they saw the statue.

This statue seems to be Xiao Yan and Xiao Yixian?

On the statue, Xiao Yan had a solemn expression on his face, his fists clenched in a fighting stance, and there were several chains surrounding him.

Behind him stood the statue of Little Medical Fairy, with her back leaning against Xiao Yan, her hands tightly clenched in the Xuan Zhong Ruler, her face full of fortitude.

(A statue was erected)

Xiao Yan and Little Medical Fairy were slightly stunned when they looked at the statue, but Zi Yan looked as if she was used to it.

After all, Su Qian had previously erected a statue of Xiao Yan in the inner courtyard as a memorial, but unfortunately it was broken into pieces shortly after it was erected.

"Sir, seeing your surprised expression, this must be your first time in the Black Horn Region, right?" A middle-aged man saw the astonishment on Xiao Yan's face and walked over. He looked at the statue with gratitude in his eyes and explained softly, "The statues are the leader and deputy leader of the Evil Prison. It is under their leadership that the Black Horn Region has been transformed so much, allowing us civilians to live a good life without having to worry about fear anymore."

As he spoke, the middle-aged man's eyes were filled with regret and sorrow.

"Unfortunately, the two of them died in an accident last year. All of us residents in the Black Horn region were deeply saddened when we heard the news. We spontaneously built this statue to express our gratitude to them. We will never forget their kindness."

Hearing the middle-aged man's words, Xiao Yan couldn't help but look a little embarrassed.

Although he was really praising them, it sounded as if they were dead. As the parties involved, he and Xiao Yixiang felt really weird listening to it.

"Anyway, please enjoy yourself. These few days, the Evil Prison and all the shops in the Black Horn area are holding a large-scale event. I think it's called the Chinese New Year or something. I wish you and your family have a good time."

"Thank you."

Xiao Yan responded politely, and then the middle-aged man waved his hand lightly, and walked away leisurely on the street.

After walking a few steps, the middle-aged man looked back at Xiao Yan's back, his brows slightly raised.

Why does he look so familiar?

It's that feeling that you see it almost every day, but you can never remember it.

(It may be an illusion.)

The middle-aged man shook his head slightly, turned around and left leisurely.

Xiao Yan stood in front of the statue and admired it for a moment, thinking that the craftsmanship was really good. When he was about to leave, a familiar voice suddenly sounded.

"Brother Zijing! I saw daddy!"

Chapter 523: Celebrating the New Year in Black Horn

Just when Zijing picked up Yunxiao and turned around to go back, she heard Yunxiao shouting happily, which made Zijing very sad.

Xiaoxiao and Brother Xiao Yan had just met each other when Brother Xiao Yan died a violent death, and Xiaoxiao doesn't know about this yet.

As for the father Yun Xiao was talking about, Zijing didn't even look at him and naturally thought that she was talking about the statue.

"Xiaoxiao." Zijing was filled with grief, but she didn't know what to say, so she could only force a smile and said, "Xiaoxiao, we should go back, your mother is still waiting for us."

"Daddy wants to go back with us too!"

When Zijing heard these words that didn't sound like they were spoken to him, he was stunned for a moment and the corners of his mouth twitched.

How can we take such a big statue back?

However, at this moment, Yun Xiao in his arms shouted again.

"Daddy! Xiaoxiao is here! Ah! Sister Ziyan is here too!"

Eh?

This sounds like seeing a real person.

Zijing suddenly felt something was wrong. He turned his head abruptly and saw Xiao Yan walking towards him quickly. His expression suddenly became dull.

Brother Xiao Yan?!

"Daddy!"

Yun Xiao broke free from Zijing's arms and ran towards Xiao Yan happily, while Zi Yan, who was on Xiao Yan's shoulder, flipped over and jumped down, and picked up Yun Xiao who was running towards Xiao Yan.

"Xiaoxiao! Long time no see!"

"Sister Zi Yan!"

Yun Xiao was not angry when being stopped by Zi Yan. Instead, he waved his arms happily. Zi Yan also looked at this little sister whom she had not seen for a year with great curiosity.

At this time, Xiao Yan walked over, stood behind Zi Yan, bent down slightly, and took Yun Xiao from Zi Yan's hands into his arms. Yun Xiao put his arms around Xiao Yan's neck, with a happy smile on his face.

"Daddy, Xiaoxiao misses you so much."

"Yeah, Daddy misses Xiaoxiao too."

Xiao Yan rubbed Yun Xiao's pink little face affectionately, then looked at Zijing who was walking over with a look of astonishment on her face.

"Zijing, long time no see."

"Brother Xiao Yan, haven't you already..."

Zijing's eyes were full of disbelief, and Xiao Yan smiled slightly.

"Well, it's a long story. I encountered a lot of things."

After getting Xiao Yan's response, Zijing gradually came back to her senses and accepted the fact that Xiao Yan was still alive. She felt excited, but then gradually calmed down and showed a relieved smile.

As long as you can survive, it's the best. The process is not important.

"Zijing, why are you and Xiaoxiao coming to the Black Horn Region?"

Xiao Yan asked, Zijing was stunned for a moment, then reacted and a look of joy appeared on her face.

"Brother Xiao Yan, it's perfect! Everyone has come to the Black Horn Region to celebrate the New Year. I was just about to take Xiao Xiao back with me. You can come with us. Everyone will be very happy!"

Coming to Blackhorn to celebrate the New Year?

Xiao Yan suddenly stopped. He thought Mei'er and the others had gone back, but instead, other people came.

This is good, it lets everyone know that I am still alive.

Suddenly Xiao Yan thought of something. He glanced at Yun Xiao in his arms, then glanced at Cai Lin behind him. His expression turned a little ugly. He lowered his head and asked Zijing in a deep voice.

"Who are you talking about? Who is here?"

"Everyone, Uncle Xiao Zhan, Sister Xiao Jing, Sister Xiao Li, my mother, and many, many others. Aunt Yun Yun is here too."

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Hearing this, Xiao Yan’s already ugly expression became even uglier.

Although he would never evade his responsibilities, he also knew that he would have to face them sooner or later. Wasn't it a bit too soon? He was not mentally prepared.

(This is God's punishment for you, just take it.)

The Little Medical Fairy chuckled in her heart and teased, which made Xiao Yan silent.

Then he gritted his teeth and said to Zijing.

"Then let's go and give father and the others a surprise. I also happen to have something important to say."

"Oh"

Zijing looked at Xiao Yan's expression as if he was facing a formidable enemy. Although she didn't know why, she still nodded and led Xiao Yan and the others in one direction.

On the road, Cai Lin walked beside Xiao Yan, glanced at Yun Xiao in Xiao Yan's arms, and looked at Xiao Yan with a faint question.

"So, what are you going to tell her?"

"Tell the truth, I won't hide anything." Xiao Yan responded softly, without any hesitation, looking at Cai Lin seriously, "I will take the responsibility and will never run away."

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Cai Lin narrowed his eyes slightly, and his golden snake pupils flickered slightly.

She originally thought that if Xiao Yan couldn't bring himself to say this, then she would make it clear to Yun Yun herself.

But seeing how determined Xiao Yan is, I guess that's no longer necessary.

Cai Lin's lips curled up slightly in a smile as she followed Xiao Yan silently.

There were more than a dozen tables of people sitting in the courtyard of the Evil Hell headquarters. The courtyard was hung with lanterns and the tables were filled with delicious dishes. Logically, the atmosphere should be festive.

However, the actual situation is somewhat depressing and uneasy. A deep layer of haze shrouds the festive atmosphere.

At the main table, Xiao Zhan's face was full of sadness. He drank a glass of strong liquor in one gulp, his eyes filled with pain.

He lost his wife in middle age, and lost his son before old age. What sins did he commit in his life that God punished him like this?

"Sect Master Yun, I'm sorry." Xiao Zhan looked at Yun Yun who was sitting across the table, his eyes full of guilt, "That brat of mine has always been so troublesome. He made you feel wronged for two years. After we finally got to know each other, this brat left forever."

As he spoke, Xiao Zhan poured another glass of wine and poured it directly into his throat without even looking at it.

I had received a letter from Xiao Ji before, saying that Xiao Yan had reunited with Yun Yun and her son. I thought that I would be able to see my son bringing his daughter-in-law home to see me during the Chinese New Year this year. But now, my daughter-in-law and granddaughter have returned, but my son will never come back.

"Dad, drink less."

Xiao Jing, who was sitting next to Xiao Zhan, also had a look of deep pain in his eyes. Just as he opened his mouth to comfort him, Yun Shan, who was sitting next to Yun Yun, tried to stop him.

"Let your father drink it. The pain of losing a child cannot be erased by a few words from others."

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Xiao Wei remained silent and did not nod, but he did not try to stop her. Xiao Li's eyes were filled with grief, but he still tried his best to appear calm. He looked at Yun Yun and spoke slowly.

"Yun Yun, even if Xiao Yan is gone, you and Xiao Xiao are still members of the Xiao family. If you have any trouble in the future, just speak up and we will do our best to help you."

".Thank you, second sister."