Many children, many blessings: Stealing the offspring of powerful figures to cultivate immortality.

Jiang Yining felt a chill run down her spine, as if two ferocious beasts were simultaneously eyeing her back.

The spiritual tea in her hand suddenly lost its fragrance.

The armchair was so hot it looked like a brazier.

Two powerful figures at the pinnacle of the cultivation world were working tirelessly, expending their own spiritual energy to build infrastructure.

Meanwhile, she, the "contractor," was enjoying a shoulder and leg massage from a handsome man.

This scene is indeed a bit...too capitalist.

"Cough cough."

Jiang Yining sprang up from the armchair like a spring.

His face instantly adopted a serious expression that said, "I'm very busy, I was just doing my job."

"Forgive me, forgive me, Amitabha Buddha."

Jiang Yining clasped her hands together, muttering some scriptures that seemed to come from nowhere, while subtly taking two steps to the side.

He tried to distance himself from that group of flamboyant vixens.

"Um... Mei... no, Yu Li."

Jiang Yining extended a finger and disdainfully pushed away the handsome man in pink who was trying to lean against her.

Yu Li was raising her pinky finger, preparing to peel another grape for the head of the household.

Suddenly pushed, her eyes, full of affection, instantly welled up with tears.

"Master, is there something I've done wrong in serving you?"

"Good, very good, it's just too good."

Jiang Yining spoke nonsense with a straight face: "But the most urgent task now is to settle my people."

"Look at this newly built stone house, so empty and shabby!"

"You're so beautiful, your taste must be top-notch."

Jiang Yining pointed to the bare stone houses: "Go, use your skills to help decorate the interior."

"Remember, it should be warm and cozy, luxurious, and in line with the Jiang family's style!"

Upon hearing that she was praised for being "beautiful" and was to be entrusted with an important task, Yu Li was overjoyed.

Suddenly, I no longer felt wronged.

He tossed the grape skins aside, tidied the stray hairs at his temples, and gave a sweet reply.

"Rest assured, Master, I will make sure this place is as comfortable as the palace in Qingqiu!"

After saying that, Yu Li swayed her slender waist and, with the remaining nineteen handsome men, rushed towards the stone house complex like a flock of butterflies.

Finally, we managed to get rid of those conspicuous bags.

Jiang Yining breathed a sigh of relief.

However, those two burning gazes, as if they were tangible, remained fixed on her.

It didn't decrease by even a fraction because the fox spirit left.

Ji Lingxiao held a long sword, dressed in white. Although his spiritual power was exhausted and his face was slightly pale, his cold and oppressive aura was even stronger.

Bai Ze crossed his arms, his golden eyes filled with a resentful look that seemed to say, "You seemed to be enjoying yourself just now."

"Cough cough."

Jiang Yining coughed tactically again.

She looked down at Jiang Lei, who was standing beside her with a blank expression.

Good boy.

An army is raised for a thousand days, but used for only one.

Now is the time for you to share your mother's burdens and solve her problems!

Jiang Yining quietly reached out and gently pushed Jiang Lei's bottom.

"Baby, go."

Jiang Yining lowered her voice and frantically hinted, "Go praise your two uncles."

"That house was built so quickly and so well, go and give it a good review."

Jiang Lei raised his head, his eyes, which resembled Ji Lingxiao's, filled with great confusion.

boast?

How to praise?

Why praise?

Weren't they working voluntarily?

Although the little one had a million questions in his mind, his mother's words were law.

Since Mother wants me to praise her, then I will.

Jiang Lei sheathed his small wooden sword and, with his short legs, ran over to the two big shots who were still "fighting over a girl".

Ji Lingxiao looked at the small figure running towards him.

His previously icy expression melted in a corner.

The anger and jealousy I felt just moments ago miraculously dissipated in front of this little dumpling.

Even Bai Ze abandoned his accusatory stance, squatted down, and looked at Jiang Lei with a smile.

"Little Lei, didn't you think Uncle Bai's 'Growth of All Things' move was especially cool?"

Bai Ze wagged its big tail, looking expectant.

Ji Lingxiao, not to be outdone, snorted coldly: "All show and no substance, my sword energy can still split mountains faster."

The two exchanged another glance, sparks flying.

Everyone is waiting for the final verdict on this child.

Jiang Lei stood between the two.

Look left, look right.

Then, the little guy stretched out his two chubby little hands expressionlessly.

He gave a thumbs-up to both Ji Lingxiao and Bai Ze.

His movements were perfunctory, and his expression was indifferent.

It's like a like-giving machine that doesn't understand emotions.

After completing this action.

Without uttering a single unnecessary word, Jiang Lei turned around and, with his short legs, ran back to Jiang Yining's side.

He reached out and hugged his mother's leg, burying his face in it, continuing to be his little darling.

The entire place was silent, and a few withered leaves were swept past the two people by the wind.

Jiang Yining covered her face in embarrassment.

I wanted to have my son distract me and liven things up.

Even just saying "Uncle is awesome" would be great!

What's the meaning of giving a thumbs up without saying a word?

Are they treating them like street performers, giving them tips?

Ah, it really is Ji Lingxiao's child.

Their taciturn and deadly nature—preferring action to words—is practically identical.

However, to Jiang Yining's surprise...

The two men, who should have been furious, now looked... pleased?

Ji Lingxiao looked at that small figure from behind, and the corners of his mouth actually turned up slightly.

"Composed, reserved, and not easily swayed by emotions."

The Sword Master gave this a high evaluation: "As expected of my son, he will surely be able to intimidate those demonic beasts when he becomes the second generation Sword Master."

Bai Ze was laughing so hard his eyes disappeared from his grin.

"Wow, Little Lei'er's thumbs-up is perfect!"

"They must think I'm amazing, they're so excited they can't speak!"

"This child has always had good taste, just like me!"

Jiang Yining: "..."

Is this the legendary "fatherly love filter"?

It's so thick it could practically stop bullets!

Just as the atmosphere had eased and Jiang Yining was preparing to strike while the iron was hot, she tried to persuade the two Venerables to dig the well as well.

A communication jade slip at Bai Ze's waist suddenly began to flash wildly.

The red light flashed rapidly, clearly indicating that something extremely urgent had happened.

Bai Ze's smile vanished, and he reached out to grasp the jade slip.

My divine sense probed in, and the next second...

The Demon Emperor's once carefree and handsome face instantly turned ashen.

A violent demonic aura overflowed uncontrollably, causing the surrounding rubble to tremble slightly.

"What's wrong?"

Jiang Yining sensed something was wrong and immediately stopped joking.

"It's a message from the Grand Elder."

Bai Ze crushed the communication talisman in his hand, his voice cold: "The snake clan and eagle clan in the Southern Wilderness are fighting over a newly discovered spirit mine."

"Both sides suffered heavy casualties, and even several demon kings were caught up in it. The situation is on the verge of getting out of control."

"I must rush back immediately to suppress it."

Jiang Yining nodded.

Although she wanted to keep Bai Ze, this free laborer, for a few more days, she also knew what was important and what was urgent.

If things get chaotic in Qingqiu, her newly established base will likely be affected as well.

"Important business is at hand, you should go quickly."