Chapter 48: Chapter 48: Rival; Gu Shi

The girl fixed her gaze on Xin Yan, who smiled warmly in response. She hoped the little girl agreed, but if she didn't, she would not force her.

"Will I be able to eat tasty food?" The girl posed an innocent question. Xin Yan gave a positive nod while fighting back tears.

"And to be protected from the rain and sun?" The little girl inquired, and Xin Yan nodded, a tear falling from her eyes. She felt sorry for the girl and wanted to help her.

"Then I will follow you, Aunty," she agreed, giving Xin Yan a bright smile that contrasted with her gloomy appearance.

Xin Yan laughed, while Chen Wenling secretly wiped her tears. It was a truly heartwarming moment.

"Good, then I will call you Xin Chuxi; Xin is my surname and Yan is my name; I promise you that you will not face any problems while you live with me." Xin Yan squatted to her level, holding the little girl's shoulders.