章節 8: Chapter 8: “Little Rascal, Finally We Meet”
"What mistake?"
Qian Renxue felt her heart skip, her hand instinctively resting on her belly.
Lin Luo perked up his ears, his interest piqued at this *Baby Plan*. After all, he was the "baby" in question.
Guangling Douluo furrowed his brows. "I was going to turn Second Brother to our side, you know he's always adored you. But he refused!"
"Not only that, the rascal threatened to tell Big Brother about our plan! I was so furious… I dropped to my knees…"
Qian Renxue, tense with worry, suddenly felt her lip twitch. "…And then what happened?"
"I bowed down, begged him not to snitch."
Qian Renxue: "…And after that?"
Guangling Douluo, his face heavy, said, "He does have a conscience. He won't tell, but he wants me to convince you to give it up, says the child is doomed."
"Big Brother's famous for being ruthless; he won't take back what he says."
Qian Renxue nodded solemnly. "I understand…" She instinctively wrapped her arms protectively around her belly, as if cradling something precious.
"But I'll never let anyone harm him. If they want to kill him, they'll have to kill me first. I'm not joking." Her face cold, she spoke with a calm, fierce resolve.
Lin Luo listened quietly, feeling something warm and unfamiliar rise in his chest.
In truth, he couldn't quite remember Qian Renxue's face. But now he felt a deep desire to see her, not just to speed up his growth but to finally meet her properly.
"Don't worry too much, Xue'er. We still have support. Lingyuan Douluo stands with us." Guangling Douluo reassured her. "Snake Spear Douluo, Thorny Pig Douluo—they both pledged to protect the young lord."
"That's three elders on our side. But all the others side with Bibi Dong, and of the offering members…"
Guangling Douluo trailed off, unwilling to go on. Qian Renxue knew it meant that only he in the offering ranks supported her.
Qian Renxue smiled gently. "It's okay, Grandpa Five. We already have more than I expected."
Guangling Douluo looked at her solemnly. "Rest assured, Xue'er. Even if it costs me this old life, I'll get you both out of Spirit Hall."
"Thank you, Grandpa Five." Tears sparkled in her eyes as Qian Renxue choked out the words.
Guangling Douluo patted her cheek, a silly smile spreading on his face.
"Don't cry, girl! You're the bravest mother I've ever seen. Grandpa Five is behind you all the way!"
"Mm-hmm!"
Guangling Douluo felt Qian Renxue's commitment to her child was unlike anything he'd seen.
Spirit Hall's winter chill settled heavily, icy winds blowing. Qian Renxue's stomach grew larger, and she fell increasingly silent.
Her pregnancy was not widely known, kept a secret by the offerings and elders of Spirit Hall. Qian Daoliu wanted the news locked down to avoid scandal and planned to eliminate the "problem" before rumors spread.
The days passed. Then, on a winter morning one month later…
A cup shattered on the floor in Qian Renxue's room.
She gripped the table for support, her face pale with pain, her forehead beaded with sweat. Her legs squeezed together instinctively as warm fluid trailed down her thigh.
Qian Renxue stifled her groans, struggling to remain silent.
Inside her belly, Lin Luo felt himself turning upside down as the surrounding liquid drained away. His body was slowly inching downward.
Was he finally going to see the world from a thousand years ago?
However, her desperate effort to remain silent was for nothing. Qian Renxue gasped, collapsing onto the cold floor.
"Someone… save… my child…"
At that moment, a powerful, oppressive aura filled the Hall of Offerings.
In the main hall, Qian Daoliu's eyes snapped open, soul power surging around him as he instantly vanished.
Guangling Douluo quickly followed.
Soon, outside Qian Renxue's quarters, two opposing groups had gathered.
On one side stood the seven elders, led by Bibi Dong; on the other, the seven offering members, led by Qian Daoliu. Each bore tense, grave expressions as they watched the closed door.
Inside, the healing soul master, Jones, was delivering the baby.
In the midst of Qian Renxue's anguished cries, a piercing infant cry echoed through the hall.
Jones opened the door, smiling. "It's a boy!"
But her smile faltered as she noticed the grave faces of both parties; the tension had only deepened.
Qian Daoliu's deep voice broke the silence. "Understood. Bring the child out."
Jones sensed his malice and hesitated.
Bibi Dong commanded coolly, "Yue Guan, fetch the child."
"Yes, Your Holiness."
Before Yue Guan could move forward, two figures—She Long and Thorny Pig Douluo—blocked his way.
"What's the meaning of this?"
Ghost Douluo moved in to assist but was kicked aside by Guangling Douluo.
*Boom!*
Guangling Douluo, a determined gleam in his eyes, retracted his foot as the nine rings of his optimal soul ring configuration pulsed around him.
"Apologies, Brother. Today, this child… I, Guangling, will protect."
Qian Daoliu frowned but remained silent.
Immediately, She Long and Thorny Pig Douluo positioned themselves beside Guangling Douluo.
Lingyuan Douluo, hesitating, also stepped forward, standing protectively before the door.
"Forgive me, Your Holiness. But as a mother myself, I understand the young mistress's feelings." Her words made Bibi Dong clench her fists, purple eyes flashing with anger.
Guangling Douluo raised his divine bow, ready for battle.
"Brother, no matter what, I won't back down today. I gave Xue'er my word, and I, Guangling, keep my word!"
Qian Daoliu remained still, his expression as dark as storm clouds.
In the room…
Qian Renxue lay weakly, her hair sticking to her sweat-dampened cheeks. She turned to see the infant beside her, his bright eyes glimmering with life.
A wan smile spread across Qian Renxue's face as she extended her slender arm toward the baby.
Lin Luo gazed back, quietly studying the girl beside him. She looked weak, but resembled an angel fallen to earth.
She was truly beautiful.
Lin Luo suddenly smiled, his toothless grin beaming as he raised his chubby little hand and caught Qian Renxue's outstretched finger.
In that moment, two seemingly unconnected souls were bound by a chain that would stretch across lifetimes.
Qian Renxue's tears flowed freely as she smiled happily. "You little rascal… finally, we meet…"
Lin Luo cooed in response, "Gahh—"
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