Bad women are always eyeing me covetously.

Perhaps it's because they haven't faced these things before and can't bear to, or perhaps it's for other reasons.

At least the young fox still needs guidance from older... people.

Sooner or later she will realize that she can't have it all.

In the adult world, wanting everything comes at a high price, whether emotionally or otherwise.

Xilan will probably only understand this truth when she grows up.

But it's still early.

Children's world can be a little innocent.

At least jade can provide this condition.

Yelena, who was lying on her lap, stroked Xilan's tail with a happy expression, and seemed unwilling to let go anytime soon.

She seems to really like these furry things.

Sitting on what could be called a sofa, Xi Lan twitched her ears, seemingly enduring the sensation of being touched quite well.

No matter how many times she was touched, Xi Lan couldn't suppress the sensitive feeling that surged into her head.

She could only try to find some excuses to talk to Yelena while trying to distract herself.

"Little Yelena, have you been living here all by yourself?"

"Yeah, I'm not bored at all being alone. The grandma next door brings me lots of books to read, and I occasionally go out for a walk. That's how I met you, sister, yesterday!"

Little Yelena has a sweet tongue; she calls everyone "sister" in a way that's very comforting, and even her face is adorable.

At least Xi Lan, who had never seen anything like this before, didn't dislike Yelena very much.

If it were an impolite child, this little fox would definitely not let them touch its tail.

"What kind of books do you like? I'll bring you some tomorrow, okay?"

Even though she looks like a child herself, she acts like a little adult, which is quite endearing.

"Any book will do, I can read it!"

At this point, Yelena's eyes lit up, and she even let go of Xilan's fluffy white tail.

However, Yelena, having regained her senses, blinked her eyes and opened her mouth, seemingly as if she wanted to say something out of shyness.

Under Xi Lan's questioning gaze, Xiao Yelina finally spoke up somewhat shyly.

"Could I have another piece of that delicious candy?"

She's already eaten all the candies I gave her yesterday.

Because it tastes delicious.

In addition, there was also the scent of Yulan...

They finished eating without them even realizing it.

She felt a little shy when she asked the other person for it again.

Seeing that Xi Lan remained silent, he quickly added, "I'll offer something in exchange!"

He then got off Xi Lan, barefoot, and took a well-worn fairy tale book from the table, handing it to her.

"This is a book I really like. Shall we exchange it with my sister?"

With those innocent eyes wide open, Xi Lan simply couldn't bring herself to say the words of refusal.

It wasn't until she got back that she realized she already had the book in her hand.

Since coming to Lady Emerald's side, Xi Lan realized that she hadn't read a story in a long time.

When she got back to her room, Xi Lan's little head was filled with all sorts of thoughts before she finally put the fairy tale book in her bookshelf.

If I'm going tomorrow, I'll return this book and also take out the snacks I've been hiding.

In a slightly good mood, she unconsciously wagged her tail and hummed an unknown tune.

It's obvious that tomorrow's itinerary has already been planned.

Taking care of children seems to be quite interesting.

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Chapter Thirty-One: The Seed of Possession

But fate always likes to play tricks on people.

The next day, the little fox immediately fell ill, feeling weak all over and even having a persistent fever.

Emerald, knowing that her pet fox was sick, sat by the bed.

Looking at the little white fox with flushed cheeks and a furrowed brow, seemingly trying to sit up, I finally reached out my finger and pressed her down more directly.

"You're already this sick, what else do you want to do, you little rascal?"

For once, she didn't smile; instead, she looked at the disobedient little fox with a displeased expression.

Xi Lan looked at the Emerald Lady sitting to the side with a somewhat aggrieved expression: "I made an appointment with Yelena..."

Which Star Core Hunter did this kid learn his stubbornness from?

Jade, who had never had a headache in any negotiation, frowned at this moment and pressed Xilan, who was trying to pounce, back down.

“You’re already sick, even if you go, you’ll infect that child.”

"And you don't even have the strength to get up anymore."

“I thought you were still an obedient child…” She sighed with feigned regret, “It seems I have no choice but to reassess your worth.”

That seems to have successfully frightened the little fox.

She sniffed, but finally gave up struggling.

But at the same time, a look of fear of being abandoned appeared on her face, and her outstretched hand carefully grasped the hem of Emerald's dress.

Please don't abandon me... I'll be a good girl/girl...

Jade had no idea that her words would cause the little fox to behave this way.

"You little fox..."

I really don't know what to say.

Could it be that he really developed psychological trauma from the Star Core Hunter?

The thought suddenly popped into her mind. She lowered her eyes slightly and could clearly see Xi Lan's small hand clutching the hem of her clothes.

Even so, they still wouldn't let go.

Looking at those eyes that seemed ready to burst into tears at any moment, I felt so pitiful.

Jade, who rarely showed a moment of weakness, ultimately decided not to continue scaring him.

"Alright, alright, I was just teasing you, but if you're still going to keep thinking about it..." Emerald chuckled, teasing Xi Lan before calming down.

"My little one, I'll have someone else deliver the things. Don't think about anything else until you're better, understand?"

"You don't have the right to refuse now."

Jade still exudes that undeniable, assertive presence.

Xi Lan nodded dryly. Having received basic assurances that she could abide by the agreement, she became much more obedient.

Lying in bed, the dizziness from the earlier ordeal surged up, leaving Xi Lan speechless.

My head is spinning, and I even see several double images of the Jade Lady.

It's really making me feel a little nauseous.

Xi Lan stared blankly at the ceiling, feeling the cool palm of Jade Lady pressed against her forehead.

She obediently rubbed her palm against the person's hand before closing her eyes in peace.

Perhaps the medication was working, or perhaps all the fatigue from the past few days was finally coming at once...

At least this little fox can get some rest for a few days now.

However, even when she was asleep, Xi Lan's hand, which was instinctively gripping the hem of her jade-green dress, did not loosen.

This elicited a few helpless chuckles from Emerald.

"It seems I'll have to stop using these kinds of things to scare you in the future."

She pinched Xi Lan's cheek with her fingertips, and seeing the little fox's frightened appearance, she ultimately decided not to leave the room.

Her constitution is much stronger than that of children, so there's no need to worry too much about her catching a cold.

Besides, the company's employees aren't particularly worried about catching a cold or anything like that. They can get better as long as they take the medicine, without missing any work time.

However, the effects of this medicine seem to be quite strong for children.

We can only divide the food into several portions for the little fox to eat.

poor child.

How could I have caught such an outdated cold?

This planet is so backward... it's not even a safe place for this little guy.

These fragile lives, if not carefully tended, will perish in one's own hands...

Emerald simply watched Xi Lan's flushed face quietly, thought for a moment, and then let go of the hand that was gripping her clothes.

Seeing the little fox's furrowed brows and nightmare-like expression again, Emerald didn't hesitate to take Xi Lan's hand.

Well, after all, the other party is a patient, so it's normal to give way.

Looking at Xi Lan, whose brows had relaxed again, and feeling the warmth in his hands, he subconsciously touched her forehead.

The temperature still hasn't dropped...

Forget about the fever reducer for now; it still takes some time for the medication to take effect.

When we return to Pierpoint, or pass by a planet belonging to the company, let's pack more of the things she needs at her age on the ship.