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Douluo Dalu_ Legend of the Ancestral Dragon_chapter_0078
Chapter 78
Chapter 78: Celebrating Qian Renxue's Birthday
2024-07-17 Author: Xianyu Wangyue
"Sister Dong'er, who is this?"
Hu Liena, standing not far away, was someone she knew; she was a disciple Bibi Dong had accepted a few years ago. But she had never seen the eleven or twelve-year-old girl before her.
"Her name is Xiao Wu. She's Aotian's... younger sister, whom he met outside," Bibi Dong said.
Xiao Wu was still too young. If she were to say Xiao Wu was Aotian's woman, she didn't know how Qian Renxue and Hu Liena would view Aotian.
Therefore, Bibi Dong could only temporarily say Xiao Wu was Aotian's younger sister.
"Hello, Sister Xue'er," Xiao Wu greeted obediently.
"What a cute little sister." Qian Renxue also took an instant liking to Xiao Wu, pulling her over.
Aotian watched this scene with a smile from behind, saying, "Since everyone is here, let's set off."
"Wait a moment, I'll go change into casual clothes first," Bibi Dong said.
She was still wearing her majestic papal robes, which were unsuitable for an outing.
Before long, she came out wearing a generous and elegant casual outfit. Her slender waist was tightly cinched, allowing her full bust and hips to display their astonishing charm.
"Sister Dong'er, your figure is getting better and better," Qian Renxue said enviously.
Bibi Dong playfully patted Qian Renxue's back and teased, "You're not so small yourself. You have the potential to surpass me."
Qian Renxue's pretty face flushed slightly, and she thought to herself, "Is this why Aotian likes Sister Dong'er?"
In terms of figure among the girls present, Hu Liena ranked after Qian Renxue, and then came Xiao Wu.
Xiao Wu, at only twelve years old, was truly plain compared to the other three.
Xiao Wu's gaze lingered on Bibi Dong, Qian Renxue, and Hu Liena, full of envy. Then she lowered her head to look at her own body and sighed inwardly, wondering when she would reach Sister Dong'er's proportions. It seemed Aotian liked them big.
"Let's go. We'll boat on the West Lake in the morning, make a cake in the afternoon, and then I'll take you all flying," Aotian said with a smile, walking out first.
One woman and three girls followed him, forming a uniquely beautiful sight in this world.
Even the highly disciplined Temple Knights of Spirit Hall could not resist their charm upon seeing the women behind Aotian.
Mature and voluptuous, tall and noble, astonishingly seductive, and youthfully beautiful—these four women each had their own unique allure, capable of fulfilling almost every man's fantasy.
The young, inexperienced knights immediately turned red-faced and shamefully lowered their heads. Even the older ones couldn't withstand the pressure of the beauty before them, daring only a quick glance before being too afraid to look up, worried they would show some disgraceful form of disrespect to the Pope.
The Knight Captain's expression was grim as he shouted, "Clear the way!"
Aotian and the others got into the carriage and headed west of Wuhun City, where there was a scenic lake perfect for boating.
Qian Renxue wrapped her arm around Xiao Wu's slender waist, letting Xiao Wu sit on her lap as she asked, "Xiao Wu, where is your home?"
Xiao Wu glanced at Bibi Dong. Seeing Bibi Dong nod slightly, she then said, "Sister Xue'er, my home is in the Star Dou Great Forest."
"Inside the Star Dou Great Forest?" Qian Renxue was startled for a moment but quickly understood, unable to hide her shock. "You're a soul beast?"
Xiao Wu blinked her large, clear black-and-white eyes and nodded twice.
Beside them, Hu Liena was also stunned. She had spent the last few days with Xiao Wu and they had become very familiar, but she never expected Xiao Wu to be a soul beast.
Bibi Dong said, "You don't need to be surprised. Once a hundred-thousand-year soul beast transforms into a human to cultivate, they are considered human. In my eyes, she's just a beautiful little sister."
Qian Renxue recalled Aotian's identity as a divine dragon, and the shock in her heart gradually subsided. Aotian wasn't human, and she didn't mind that, so why should she mind Xiao Wu?
Moreover, Aotian seemed quite fond of Xiao Wu. Thinking this, Qian Renxue tightened her arm around the girl.
If it was something Aotian liked, then she wouldn't dislike it either.
"It's the first time this sister has seen such a beautiful soul beast," Qian Renxue said with a smile.
Xiao Wu replied shyly, "You're the beautiful one, Sister. All three of you sisters are more beautiful than me."
Bibi Dong and Qian Renxue couldn't help but smile, but Hu Liena's smile was slightly unnatural.
Her temperament was not as mature as Bibi Dong's and Qian Renxue's, and she didn't think things through as comprehensively. For a moment, she found it hard to accept Xiao Wu's identity as a soul beast.
Bibi Dong, Qian Renxue, and Aotian naturally noticed Hu Liena's strange reaction, but none of them said anything.
Bringing it up now would only embarrass Hu Liena. The best way was to let her slowly accept Xiao Wu's identity through their future interactions.
The four of them boated on West Lake for several hours, returning to the Pope's Palace at noon.
Making a cake was an indispensable part of Qian Renxue's birthday celebration. Ever since Aotian had personally made a cake for her first birthday, she had fallen in love with this tradition.
In the afternoon, inside the imperial kitchen of the Pope's Palace, Bibi Dong dismissed all the servants. The three women and one man began to bustle about.
After several hours, an extra-large fruit cream cake was finished. Xiao Wu stared at this unprecedented creation, her mouth watering uncontrollably.
In Qian Renxue's room, led by Aotian, the group sang the birthday song for her. Qian Renxue was deeply moved.
"Quick, make a wish," Aotian reminded her.
"Mm," Qian Renxue nodded, closing her eyes to make a wish.
She hesitated for a moment in her heart, then made her wish: "I hope Brother Aotian and Sister Dong'er will always be together, loving each other dearly. I hope I can always stay by Brother Aotian's side. Even if I can only be a younger sister, I will be content."
After wishing, she blew out the candles in one breath.
"What did Xue'er wish for?" Bibi Dong asked with a smile.
Qian Renxue shook her head, saying playfully, "It won't come true if I say it out loud."
"Then don't say it. Let's eat cake," Bibi Dong said with a laugh, personally taking the knife to begin slicing the cake.
She first cut three slices, handing them to Qian Renxue, Hu Liena, and Xiao Wu.
Xiao Wu looked at the cake placed in front of her and gulped, especially when she saw the pieces of her favorite carrots on top. She could barely tear her eyes away.
Secretly glancing at Aotian, she struggled internally for a moment, then picked up her slice and offered it to him.
At the same time, Qian Renxue and Hu Liena also offered their slices, extending them toward Aotian.
"Aotian/Mr. Ao, you eat first," the three of them spoke at once, their actions surprisingly in unison.
Bibi Dong pursed her lips, a faint smile playing on them.
The actions of these three girls did not surprise her.
Three slices of cake were offered to Aotian simultaneously. This was a situation that Qian Renxue, Hu Liena, and Xiao Wu had not anticipated, and the atmosphere suddenly grew a bit awkward.
Hu Liena quickly explained, "Mr. Ao worked the hardest making the cake, so he should eat first."
"I... I..." Xiao Wu, being more thin-skinned, couldn't think of an excuse.
Qian Renxue said nothing, seemingly unsurprised by the actions of Hu Liena and Xiao Wu. She simply watched Aotian quietly.
Aotian felt a headache coming on. Accepting any one slice would make the other two feel awkward.
Just as he was about to accept all of them, Bibi Dong scolded playfully, "There's still a big piece here. Let him eat this one."
With that, Bibi Dong placed the largest piece of cake in front of Aotian.
The three girls finally took back their cakes and began to eat quietly.
Aotian chuckled, eating the cake Bibi Dong had given him.
Watching the others eat their cake, Bibi Dong was all smiles, but her hand was reaching for Aotian's waist under the table.
(end of chapter)
2024-07-17 Author: Xianyu Wangyue
"Sister Dong'er, who is this?"
Hu Liena, standing not far away, was someone she knew; she was a disciple Bibi Dong had accepted a few years ago. But she had never seen the eleven or twelve-year-old girl before her.
"Her name is Xiao Wu. She's Aotian's... younger sister, whom he met outside," Bibi Dong said.
Xiao Wu was still too young. If she were to say Xiao Wu was Aotian's woman, she didn't know how Qian Renxue and Hu Liena would view Aotian.
Therefore, Bibi Dong could only temporarily say Xiao Wu was Aotian's younger sister.
"Hello, Sister Xue'er," Xiao Wu greeted obediently.
"What a cute little sister." Qian Renxue also took an instant liking to Xiao Wu, pulling her over.
Aotian watched this scene with a smile from behind, saying, "Since everyone is here, let's set off."
"Wait a moment, I'll go change into casual clothes first," Bibi Dong said.
She was still wearing her majestic papal robes, which were unsuitable for an outing.
Before long, she came out wearing a generous and elegant casual outfit. Her slender waist was tightly cinched, allowing her full bust and hips to display their astonishing charm.
"Sister Dong'er, your figure is getting better and better," Qian Renxue said enviously.
Bibi Dong playfully patted Qian Renxue's back and teased, "You're not so small yourself. You have the potential to surpass me."
Qian Renxue's pretty face flushed slightly, and she thought to herself, "Is this why Aotian likes Sister Dong'er?"
In terms of figure among the girls present, Hu Liena ranked after Qian Renxue, and then came Xiao Wu.
Xiao Wu, at only twelve years old, was truly plain compared to the other three.
Xiao Wu's gaze lingered on Bibi Dong, Qian Renxue, and Hu Liena, full of envy. Then she lowered her head to look at her own body and sighed inwardly, wondering when she would reach Sister Dong'er's proportions. It seemed Aotian liked them big.
"Let's go. We'll boat on the West Lake in the morning, make a cake in the afternoon, and then I'll take you all flying," Aotian said with a smile, walking out first.
One woman and three girls followed him, forming a uniquely beautiful sight in this world.
Even the highly disciplined Temple Knights of Spirit Hall could not resist their charm upon seeing the women behind Aotian.
Mature and voluptuous, tall and noble, astonishingly seductive, and youthfully beautiful—these four women each had their own unique allure, capable of fulfilling almost every man's fantasy.
The young, inexperienced knights immediately turned red-faced and shamefully lowered their heads. Even the older ones couldn't withstand the pressure of the beauty before them, daring only a quick glance before being too afraid to look up, worried they would show some disgraceful form of disrespect to the Pope.
The Knight Captain's expression was grim as he shouted, "Clear the way!"
Aotian and the others got into the carriage and headed west of Wuhun City, where there was a scenic lake perfect for boating.
Qian Renxue wrapped her arm around Xiao Wu's slender waist, letting Xiao Wu sit on her lap as she asked, "Xiao Wu, where is your home?"
Xiao Wu glanced at Bibi Dong. Seeing Bibi Dong nod slightly, she then said, "Sister Xue'er, my home is in the Star Dou Great Forest."
"Inside the Star Dou Great Forest?" Qian Renxue was startled for a moment but quickly understood, unable to hide her shock. "You're a soul beast?"
Xiao Wu blinked her large, clear black-and-white eyes and nodded twice.
Beside them, Hu Liena was also stunned. She had spent the last few days with Xiao Wu and they had become very familiar, but she never expected Xiao Wu to be a soul beast.
Bibi Dong said, "You don't need to be surprised. Once a hundred-thousand-year soul beast transforms into a human to cultivate, they are considered human. In my eyes, she's just a beautiful little sister."
Qian Renxue recalled Aotian's identity as a divine dragon, and the shock in her heart gradually subsided. Aotian wasn't human, and she didn't mind that, so why should she mind Xiao Wu?
Moreover, Aotian seemed quite fond of Xiao Wu. Thinking this, Qian Renxue tightened her arm around the girl.
If it was something Aotian liked, then she wouldn't dislike it either.
"It's the first time this sister has seen such a beautiful soul beast," Qian Renxue said with a smile.
Xiao Wu replied shyly, "You're the beautiful one, Sister. All three of you sisters are more beautiful than me."
Bibi Dong and Qian Renxue couldn't help but smile, but Hu Liena's smile was slightly unnatural.
Her temperament was not as mature as Bibi Dong's and Qian Renxue's, and she didn't think things through as comprehensively. For a moment, she found it hard to accept Xiao Wu's identity as a soul beast.
Bibi Dong, Qian Renxue, and Aotian naturally noticed Hu Liena's strange reaction, but none of them said anything.
Bringing it up now would only embarrass Hu Liena. The best way was to let her slowly accept Xiao Wu's identity through their future interactions.
The four of them boated on West Lake for several hours, returning to the Pope's Palace at noon.
Making a cake was an indispensable part of Qian Renxue's birthday celebration. Ever since Aotian had personally made a cake for her first birthday, she had fallen in love with this tradition.
In the afternoon, inside the imperial kitchen of the Pope's Palace, Bibi Dong dismissed all the servants. The three women and one man began to bustle about.
After several hours, an extra-large fruit cream cake was finished. Xiao Wu stared at this unprecedented creation, her mouth watering uncontrollably.
In Qian Renxue's room, led by Aotian, the group sang the birthday song for her. Qian Renxue was deeply moved.
"Quick, make a wish," Aotian reminded her.
"Mm," Qian Renxue nodded, closing her eyes to make a wish.
She hesitated for a moment in her heart, then made her wish: "I hope Brother Aotian and Sister Dong'er will always be together, loving each other dearly. I hope I can always stay by Brother Aotian's side. Even if I can only be a younger sister, I will be content."
After wishing, she blew out the candles in one breath.
"What did Xue'er wish for?" Bibi Dong asked with a smile.
Qian Renxue shook her head, saying playfully, "It won't come true if I say it out loud."
"Then don't say it. Let's eat cake," Bibi Dong said with a laugh, personally taking the knife to begin slicing the cake.
She first cut three slices, handing them to Qian Renxue, Hu Liena, and Xiao Wu.
Xiao Wu looked at the cake placed in front of her and gulped, especially when she saw the pieces of her favorite carrots on top. She could barely tear her eyes away.
Secretly glancing at Aotian, she struggled internally for a moment, then picked up her slice and offered it to him.
At the same time, Qian Renxue and Hu Liena also offered their slices, extending them toward Aotian.
"Aotian/Mr. Ao, you eat first," the three of them spoke at once, their actions surprisingly in unison.
Bibi Dong pursed her lips, a faint smile playing on them.
The actions of these three girls did not surprise her.
Three slices of cake were offered to Aotian simultaneously. This was a situation that Qian Renxue, Hu Liena, and Xiao Wu had not anticipated, and the atmosphere suddenly grew a bit awkward.
Hu Liena quickly explained, "Mr. Ao worked the hardest making the cake, so he should eat first."
"I... I..." Xiao Wu, being more thin-skinned, couldn't think of an excuse.
Qian Renxue said nothing, seemingly unsurprised by the actions of Hu Liena and Xiao Wu. She simply watched Aotian quietly.
Aotian felt a headache coming on. Accepting any one slice would make the other two feel awkward.
Just as he was about to accept all of them, Bibi Dong scolded playfully, "There's still a big piece here. Let him eat this one."
With that, Bibi Dong placed the largest piece of cake in front of Aotian.
The three girls finally took back their cakes and began to eat quietly.
Aotian chuckled, eating the cake Bibi Dong had given him.
Watching the others eat their cake, Bibi Dong was all smiles, but her hand was reaching for Aotian's waist under the table.
(end of chapter)
