Chapter 192: You’re Still Calling Her Senior Zhu?

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“That’s right. If Brother Lei wants to climb the dragon and attach himself to the phoenix, Yu Shanshan is the best choice. Besides, hearing what Qianqian said, I feel that Li Baobao also seems quite interested in him. But did we see Lei Qing go attach himself to the Li Family?” Guan Fei also chuckled and said, “The way I see this kid, although he looks a bit uninhibited and does whatever he wants on the outside, he is a man with pride in his bones.”

“Third Brother-in-law, hearing you say that…” Zhu Xiyu felt as if he was really praising her son for being outstanding. While a satisfied look revealed itself at the corners of her mouth, she also felt a vague worry: “I’m just afraid he won’t be willing to acknowledge me as his mother.”

“He’s already called you that, so why are you afraid he won’t acknowledge it?” Guan Fei raised his brows and chuckled, “Don’t worry, Xiyu. If he dares not to acknowledge you, then he’s just taking advantage of you for nothing. I, your Third Brother-in-law, will break his two legs.” Guan Fei could also tell that Zhu Xiyu now genuinely liked Lei Qing.

“Third Brother-in-law, I won’t allow you to bully my child.” Zhu Xiyu seemed to have truly accepted Lei Qing as her son in her heart, and she began to defend him with a coquettish tone.

“You, you’re good in every way, except you’re too gentle and spoil the child too much.” Guan Fei laughed and shook his head, “Nothing is settled yet, and you’re already protecting and spoiling him like this. They say a loving mother often spoils the child. Especially my nephew Dongfang Lan, his aptitude is undeniable, but look at how you’ve spoiled him? He’s full of that creamy pretty-boy, sissy air all over. Boys need to be allowed to be a bit wilder, a bit crazier. Only with more polishing and experiencing more setbacks will they grow, mature, and become capable, responsible men who truly stand tall between heaven and earth.”

“But I can’t bear to see my child suffer…” Zhu Xiyu also felt slightly that her ways were not right, but she had always been soft-hearted.

“That’s no problem. Later, send Dongfang Lan to Lei Qing’s Black Flag Regiment and let Lei Qing teach him a good lesson. They are close in age and have common topics.” Guan Fei smiled, “Only away from you will your child grow up.”

Zhu Xiyu pondered for a moment, then nodded slowly, “Third Brother-in-law, you’re right. Lei Qing is a few months older than Lan’er, so let Lei Qing take on some of the responsibilities of being an older brother.”

As the group talked, the powerful medicinal properties of the Little Rejuvenation Pill had already begun to circulate completely within Lei Qing’s body, forming waves of heat that flowed throughout his entire body.

The meridians damaged by that palm strike earlier, and the injured internal organs, were all slowly healing under the powerful medicinal force. If Lei Qing were conscious right now, he would certainly sigh with emotion at what a powerful pill it was. It was no wonder that although Banruo Temple was not a Fighting Qi Holy Land, it was still one of the eighteen major powers of the Alliance, and the most mysterious and reclusive one at that. Their territory was extremely small, and their numbers were few, but the temple was filled with experts and was very powerful.

Even within Banruo Temple, the Little Rejuvenation Pill was an excellent healing medicine. One step above it was the Great Rejuvenation Pill, a holy medicine that could regenerate flesh and bone. One wondered if Banruo Temple could even bring out a single one of those.

It was only thanks to Little Guanyin Zhu Xiyu having great face and a renowned reputation for kindness that she had the opportunity to obtain three pills from Banruo Temple to keep by her side. If sold, each one would cost over ten thousand.

At the same time, the Jade Pendant on Lei Qing’s chest also seemed to begin playing its role. A water-green aura spread out from the Jade Pendant, circulating continuously around his body.

In just a little over half an hour, Lei Qing woke up faintly. In his daze, he saw himself lying on a soft bed with several people around him. He had a dream; it seemed he dreamt of his mother returning to his side. Then he tightly held her hand, never letting her go again.

“Brother Lei, you’re awake?” Zuo Qianqian, who had been watching Lei Qing closely, cried out in pleasant surprise.

The others immediately turned their attention to Lei Qing.

Lei Qing’s consciousness gradually returned, but he was startled to discover that he was tightly holding Little Guanyin Zhu Xiyu’s hand. Frightened, he instantly became much more awake. He hurriedly turned over to get up and felt that the injuries inside his body had miraculously healed for the most part.

“Senior Zhu, this junior didn’t mean to hold on to you and not let go. I truly offended you.” Cold sweat broke out on Lei Qing’s forehead. He was joking, right? Holding onto Zhu Xiyu in front of so many people. If word got out, he feared Dongfang Cangqiong would castrate him. Moreover, he felt very close to and respectful of Zhu Xiyu, and absolutely had no intention of profaning her. He hurriedly let go of her hand.

Zhu Xiyu already regarded him as a son in her heart, so naturally she did not feel ashamed. Instead, she smiled gently, “It’s alright. I was willing to let you hold it.”

Lei Qing was slightly stunned and found it strange. Why would she be willing to let him hold her hand? Even if she had a good temper, that wasn’t a reason, was it?

“Lei Qing, don’t you know what you did to Xiyu yourself?” Guan Fei was also deeply afraid that Lei Qing’s pride would flare up and he would refuse to climb the dragon and attach himself to the phoenix by acknowledging Zhu Xiyu as his mother. So he deliberately put on a fierce and wicked look, planning to intimidate him first.

Lei Qing trembled at these words and thought to himself, could it be? Did I really do something bad to Zhu Xiyu? You, you must be joking, right? Wasn’t I injured earlier? Eh, my injuries healed that fast? No, no, what exactly did I do to Zhu Xiyu? Why did my injuries heal so fast?

He was scared by Guan Fei’s fierce expression, and his mind started thinking in the wrong direction.

Feeling guilty, he secretly glanced at Zhu Xiyu, only to see her eyes were soft as she looked at him with a somewhat “affectionate” gaze. Lei Qing’s heart immediately skipped a beat, and he cried out inwardly, bad news. Could it be that she sacrificed herself to save me? Something like the legendary “Dual Cultivation Technique”? You, you must be joking, right? She is an elder! Besides, why do I feel like I didn’t feel anything…

He had always had a vivid imagination. Once his mind started wandering, it truly surged like a tide. What to do? She was so old, she could be his mother. Moreover, if such a thing happened and he gave Dongfang Cangqiong a bright green hat, if it got out, he would surely die without a burial place.

Fortunately, none of them knew mind reading, otherwise they would have fainted from the lewd thoughts filling his brain.

“Kid Lei, why are you still standing there?” Guan Fei scolded fiercely, “Are you burning the bridge after crossing it? A real man does what he does, but he must admit it and take responsibility.”

Responsibility, responsibility…

These two words echoed constantly in Lei Qing’s mind. Had he really done something heaven-forbidding to her? It must be so; otherwise, Guan Fei wouldn’t be so fierce in demanding he take responsibility for Zhu Xiyu.

But how could he take responsibility? Dongfang Cangqiong wasn’t dead yet… Could it be that he had to take Zhu Xiyu and elope? Then find a place to hide and live in fear every day?

Lei Qing’s face was now ashen, as if he were mourning his own parents. He wished he could just bang his head against the wall and end it all. He did feel close to Zhu Xiyu vaguely, but that closeness was treating her like the mother he had never met. How could he have done something worse than a beast? To actually have…

“Good kid, looking at your dejected look, you’re not planning to admit it, are you?” Guan Fei shouted in a rage, “Don’t any of you stop me, just let me beat this kid to death.”

“Third Brother-in-law, don’t be impulsive. Qing’er isn’t that kind of person. If he refuses to admit it, perhaps he has his own difficulties.” Seeing Lei Qing’s reluctant, painful, and annoyed expression, Zhu Xiyu couldn’t help but sigh softly.

“Xiyu, you two aren’t even related yet. And you’re already protecting him like this? Aren’t you afraid he’ll rebel against you in the future?” Guan Fei said aggressively, “Hmph, if this kid did it and refuses to admit it, and word gets out, how will you, Little Guanyin, show your face in public? Remember, many people saw how he was with you. Don’t any of you stop me, let me beat him to death and be done with it.”

Lei Qing was truly petrified. Really, had he really defiled Zhu Xiyu? Guan Fei was a man who never spoke nonsense. This, this matter was simply too outrageous, too terrifying.

Actually, he had just woken up. Although his consciousness was gradually clearing, it was still somewhat blurry. Waking up to such a baffling situation, and then being bombarded by Guan Fei, his brain was practically mush. The more he was bombarded, the more confused he got; it was a complete mess.

Right, Qianqian was nearby. Lei Qing grabbed onto Zuo Qianqian as if she were his last Life-saving Straw and asked urgently, “Qianqian, did I really do something bad to Senior Zhu?”

Zuo Qianqian sighed softly and said heavily, “Those shameful things you did to Sister Guanyin were seen by many people outside. Although Sister Guanyin was treating your injuries at the time and didn’t want you to suffer more harm, if this gets out, it will eventually tarnish and ruin Sister Guanyin’s reputation. Brother Lei, I advise you to acknowledge this relationship.”

Lei Qing nearly fell onto the bed, feeling dizzy. He did it, he really did it. Even Zuo Qianqian said so, so it probably really happened.

However, Lei Qing really wasn’t the kind of irresponsible person. Although this matter was hard for him to accept for a moment, now that things had come to this, he had to bite the bullet and agree. He nodded heavily and said to Little Guanyin, who was looking at him with concern and “affection”: “Senior Zhu, regarding this matter, I, Lei, will take full responsibility to the end and will absolutely not let you down.”

Zhu Xiyu’s eyes lit up with joy. Thinking that she had gained such an outstanding son, she beamed with joy and said, “Qing’er, rest assured, I will treat you well in the future and won’t let you suffer any grievances again.”

Such gentle words made Lei Qing’s heart feel comfortable. He thought to himself, Zhu Xiyu wasn’t bad either; she was gentle, dignified, and kind-hearted. It’s just…

“You’re still calling her Senior Zhu?” Guan Fei laughed, “If you had admitted it earlier, it would have been fine. Why don’t you change how you address her quickly?”

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