A simple sentence, yet it filled Shen Xiaoyan's eyes with tears in an instant.
She had always thought it was for Ruan Ruan and the others' own good to stay in the space, but she hadn't realized it was just her shirking responsibility.
Believing she had given Ruan Ruan and the others a safe illusion, she had overlooked the fact that humans are social creatures.
Even she herself couldn't bear to stay in the space all the time, let alone three toddlers.
Seeing Shen Xiaoyan suddenly cry, Zhen Lingrong was startled and quickly asked, "What's wrong?"
Shen Xiaoyan wiped away her tears and shook her head, "Nothing, my eyes just got something in them."
Hearing her say that, Zhen Lingrong naturally didn't believe it.
What a joke, if she believed such a low-level excuse, she'd be a ghost.
Since Shen Xiaoyan was unwilling to say, she couldn't force it out, so she stopped asking.
After lunch, Shen Xiaoyan's mood had also recovered.
Because she knew that dwelling on regrets was useless; the most important thing was how she would act in the future.
No matter what happened in the future, she would never again put Ruan Ruan and the other two children into the space.
Yi Zhixie and the others returned to their rooms to rest and only came out nearing evening.
When Yi Zhixie, Na Muzu, and Lu Taobao saw Ruan Ruan and the other two, they were naturally overjoyed. The three little ones also missed them dearly and played with them happily for a while.
As for Yi Modun, Yuan Heng, and the others, they looked at them in surprise, completely unable to understand how three children had suddenly appeared.
Although they didn't know how they had appeared, perhaps due to their age, they were particularly fond of children upon seeing them.
Therefore, one by one, they held Ruan Ruan and the other two, talking non-stop.
Afterward, a change in events left Shen Xiaoyan dumbfounded.
Yin Susu, holding Yi Zhixie's ear, exclaimed loudly, "Look, look! They are hundreds of years younger than you, and their children can already buy soy sauce. Look at yourself; after hundreds of years, you haven't even conceived. Tell me, tell me, is there something wrong with you? My father-in-law is here, let him take a good look at you."
Yi Zhixie winced as Yin Susu pulled his ear, and felt extremely helpless hearing her words.
"What does my father-in-law have to do with this? He's an alchemist, not a doctor. You can't just say anything out of anxiety."
As soon as Yin Susu heard Yi Zhixie's words, she tightened her grip by another third.
"How dare you speak to your mother like that! You've grown bold after going out for a while!"
"Ouch, ouch, ouch, Mother, please be gentle! Why do you think there's something wrong with your son? Look at your son, handsome and dashing, does he look like he has a problem?"
Yin Susu looked at Yi Zhixie for a while after hearing this, then nodded and said, "He looks handsome and dashing, but who can tell if there's something wrong!"
"Cough!"
Even Shen Xiaoyan couldn't help but cough upon hearing Yin Susu's words.
Such bold words were truly unlike Yin Susu's usual demeanor!
It seemed she was truly anxious, wanting Yi Zhixie to have a child quickly, which was why she spoke like this.
Na Muzu quickly stepped forward, helped Yin Susu to a seat on the side, and comforted her, "Mother, don't worry. Earlier, your husband was still childish and playful. Then, that incident happened, and we stayed in the small world for so long. Now that his injuries have healed, he needs to recuperate, doesn't he? With your father-in-law here now, recuperating is even easier, isn't it? Once his body is fully recovered, you can have as many grandchildren as you want! Don't you think so?"
As Na Muzu spoke, she also exchanged glances with Yi Zhixie.
Seeing this, Yi Zhixie quickly retreated a few steps, and only when he felt he was at a safe distance did he quietly let out a sigh of relief.
However, he shot a fierce glance at Zheng Wei and Shen Xiaoyan.
Zheng Wei smiled faintly at this, while Shen Xiaoyan felt utterly helpless.
Was she caught in the crossfire?
However, she was more curious; hadn't Yin Susu been anxious about Yi Zhixie having children before?
Was it really because she suddenly saw the adorable Ruan Ruan and the other two, that she suddenly became so enthusiastic?
After thinking about it, Shen Xiaoyan still didn't quite believe this reason.
She guessed that Yin Susu had always wanted Yi Zhixie to have a child but had never succeeded.
And since there were no other children born around her, she didn't feel anything.
However, the sudden appearance of Shen Xiaoyan and the three little ones now acted as a fuse, igniting Yin Susu's impatience.
Shen Xiaoyan was also very curious why Yi Zhixie and Na Muzu, who both seemed to like children, had never had one themselves.
But it was clearly not the time to ask, so Shen Xiaoyan temporarily suppressed this curiosity deep within her heart.
Thinking that they must be hungry since they had just woken up, Shen Xiaoyan prepared to get something to eat. Na Muzu followed her to the kitchen.
While cooking, Shen Xiaoyan finally had an opportunity to ask her inner doubts.
"Muzu, I see that you and Yi Zhixie really like Ruan Ruan and the others. Why don't you have children of your own?"
Na Muzu was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, and finally said, "I... I just like them being well-behaved and cute!"
Hearing Na Muzu's reply, Shen Xiaoyan actually had a moment of daze.
This kind of answer reminded her of a certain type of person from her previous life.
They also liked children very much, but they only liked other people's children.
Because they saw few children of other families, they thought they were all intelligent and adorable.
However, if they were asked to have a child themselves, they would refuse, because they knew that their own child would not solely be seen as cute.
Thinking of this, Shen Xiaoyan could only sigh.
This was their own affair, and as an outsider, she couldn't say anything.
If they couldn't get past their own internal obstacles, no matter what outsiders said, it would be useless.
Having collaborated for many years, their tacit understanding had long been cultivated, so a table of food was quickly prepared.
Yi Zhixie and the others also knew that the auction was about to begin, so they didn't delay and sat down to eat quickly.
Seeing the food on the table disappear at an astonishing speed, Ruan Ruan and the other two children's mouths gaped in unison.
After they finished eating, the time was just right. The previous attendant knocked on the door again.
As expected, as Shen Xiaoyan and the others were about to leave, Xi He and the other two followed them like persistent shadows.
Seeing this, Shen Xiaoyan and the others didn't even spare them a glance, letting them follow.
As they stepped out into the sunset and entered the auction hall, night had already fallen.
The auction hall was still pitch black, and nothing could be seen clearly. Shen Xiaoyan and the others, still following the attendant, were led all the way to Room One of the Heaven section.
Fortunately, the room was large enough, and there were enough sofas and wooden chairs inside. After they entered, they could still all be seated comfortably.
Xi He and the other two spontaneously sat in a corner, trying their best to remain silent and minimize their presence.
However, these three uncharacteristically behaving individuals made Shen Xiaoyan a little suspicious.
They were clearly not of this temperament, yet they suddenly put on such an act, making it very difficult not to be suspicious!
Shen Xiaoyan watched the three of them for a while before looking away.
However, she then noticed that the moment she withdrew her gaze, Xi He and the other two let out a collective sigh of relief.
This made Shen Xiaoyan even more vigilant. These three must have done something, and it was likely something targeting her or those around her, otherwise, they wouldn't be so nervous.
However, she didn't plan to say anything. When the time was right, they would naturally reveal their flaws, and she wouldn't need to do anything extra.
The auction was about to begin. Xiang Fei was wearing a black qipao today. Compared to yesterday, she exuded an air of solemnity and mystery.
Her makeup was also meticulously applied, making her appearance even more beautiful.
Perhaps because the three auctions the previous night were too successful, even now, her eyes still sparkled with a brilliant light.
"Welcome everyone back to our auction hall. As your time is precious, Xiang Fei will not say much. Let's get straight to the point."
"The first auction item tonight is... the Purple Electric Cloud Beast..."
"...'s egg."
Xiang Fei's dramatic pause caused Shen Xiaoyan to burst out laughing.
However, what was this Purple Electric Cloud Beast?
She clearly saw Zhen Lingrong's eyes light up when Xiang Fei first mentioned the name.
But after Xiang Fei said it was an egg, Zhen Lingrong shook her head in disappointment.
Perhaps guessing Shen Xiaoyan's confusion, Zhen Lingrong smiled and explained.
"The Purple Electric Cloud Beast is a type of divine beast. Their entire body is pale purple, and they constantly flash with purple lightning. They are only about the size of an adult man's palm, looking very cute and lovable."
Hearing this, Shen Xiaoyan found it somewhat amusing.
Did the Purple Electric Cloud Beast get the title of divine beast based solely on its appearance?
Of course, she had thought too much. Zhen Lingrong continued, "Although the Purple Electric Cloud Beast looks very cute, no one should underestimate it. Otherwise, your fate, hehehe, do you know what it feels like to be struck by lightning? Being hit by the purple clouds spat out by a Purple Electric Cloud Beast would result in a fate ten thousand times more miserable than being struck by lightning, turning you into dust and annihilating your soul."
Upon hearing this, Shen Xiaoyan couldn't help but gasp.
So it was a creature with both appearance and power!
It truly deserved the title of divine beast.
Seeing Shen Xiaoyan's serious expression, Zhen Lingrong suddenly smiled again, "Of course, what I just said was the combat power of an adult Purple Electric Cloud Beast. As for the purple egg in Xiang Fei's hand now, for the hatchling to have such strength, it would likely take hundreds of years."
Shen Xiaoyan: "..."
Who speaks like that, with such a dramatic pause!
Just now she thought Xiang Fei was detestable, but now she found Zhen Lingrong even more infuriating.
Good thing she had been so excited just now, wanting to bid for it immediately to give to the children.
At this moment, she heard Lin Xin sigh and say, "Even the hatchling's offensive power is not weak. It's about the same as being struck by lightning normally. Although cultivators, due to their strong bodies, are no longer afraid of natural lightning, being struck would definitely cause temporary immobility. In combat, every second is crucial."
Shen Xiaoyan nodded in agreement upon hearing this.
However, before she could say anything, Mi Le Buddha said, "So what? Whether it can hatch is still a question! If it could hatch easily, do you think this thing would be up for auction?"
At this point, Shen Xiaoyan felt completely defeated.
Can't you just say everything at once if you have something to say?
Must you speak in halves and hidden pieces, revealing it all in stages?
You pique people's interest, only to let them down completely in an instant.
Shen Xiaoyan sighed and decided to just watch the show and not participate in the bidding.
Unexpectedly, Ruan Ruan, who was sitting beside her, suddenly ran onto her lap, looked at her with her big, bright eyes, and pouted, "Mother, Ruan Ruan wants the egg."
Shen Xiaoyan was surprised. This was the first time Ruan Ruan had expressed wanting something.
However, Mi Le Buddha had just said that the egg might not hatch, but the price would definitely not be low.
Would she have to spend a fortune to buy it back, only to fry it into an omelet?
As soon as this thought crossed her mind, Shen Xiaoyan trembled all over.
She couldn't possibly do something so wasteful.
Before she could say anything, she heard Zhen Lingrong say decisively, "Since our little Ruan Ruan wants it, we'll buy it. Even if it doesn't hatch, we'll just boil it and eat it."
Hearing this, Shen Xiaoyan couldn't help but admire them. They were truly mother and daughter; their thoughts were so similar.
Except that she thought of frying it into an omelet, while Zhen Lingrong thought of boiling it.
Shen Xiaoyan wanted to say that there were actually many delicious ways to prepare eggs.
But before the words left her mouth, she swallowed them back.
This seemed to be going off-topic!
They were already discussing how to eat the Purple Electric Cloud Beast before they had even acquired it. Was this really appropriate?
If others knew their thoughts, they would surely want to bite them to death!