Chapter 1881: Chapter 1874: Separation of Flesh and Bone

Time quickly came to the second day. After learning about the situation on the Western Continent, Luo’er couldn’t stay any longer and was eager to return to Lipei.

Just as she was about to board the plane and leave, Huayu Ting suddenly dispersed the surrounding manor soldiers and brought his family in front of Luo’er.

Fei Yu, who had been brought home, looked radiant, and her figure had gained a bit of weight. Her rounded belly meant she had conceived new life for Huayu Ting again.

The children were as adorable as ever, playing and frolicking around their parents, making the atmosphere lively.

Huayu Ting rarely showed a loving expression, his gentle gaze resting on his wife and children.

The rest of the Advance Team had already boarded the Mugaliya, leaving only Luo’er to wait for Huayu Ting’s arrival. Upon seeing their family arrive, Luo’er smiled and approached them.

“Good morning, everyone,” greeted Luo’er.

“I’m sorry to have kept you waiting, Captain Luo’er.”

In front of Luo’er, Huayu Ting’s posture was humble, showing none of the demeanor of a high-ranking cultivator.

“Ah, a handsome big brother!”

Huayu Die pointed at Luo’er, exclaiming in her innocent and awe-filled voice.

“Xiao Die, that’s very impolite,” Huayu Ting frowned slightly, admonishing her.

“Hehe,” Luo’er wasn’t angry; instead, she smiled faintly, kneeling down to her level and tilting her head as she asked, “Why do you think I’m like a brother?”

“Eh, aren’t you?”

Huayu Die blinked her big eyes, looking from her father to Luo’er, confusion etched on her face.

Most people upon first meeting Luo’er would instinctively regard him as a girl, possibly a teenage girl. This probably stemmed from the Elf mixed blood leaning towards feminine traits and their generally long aging process.

For Huayu Die to immediately recognize Luo’er as a big brother showed her perceptiveness was quite outstanding, at least halfway correct.

In fact, Luo’er might be older than Huayu Ting now; calling him uncle might seem inappropriate.

“I’m sorry for the embarrassment, Captain Luo’er,” Huayu Ting said apologetically.

“No need to mind, children should express their nature freely,” Luo’er waved it off, smiling as she stood.

He paused, then grew serious, looking at Huayu Ting and said earnestly, “Well then, let’s get to the point. Which of your sons is the Manor Lord planning to send with us? We’ve already conducted a magic assessment, so I believe the Manor Lord has made up his mind?”

“Hmm…”

Huayu Ting’s expression grew solemn, lowering his head in silent contemplation for a long time, unable to make a decision.

After a deep breath, he crouched, calling over the three children, pursing his lips in prolonged silence before slowly speaking, “I am powerless and cannot take care of all of you, so I can only select one or two to go with Captain Luo’er to the Western Continent to learn new skills. Who is willing to go?”

“Go to the Western Continent?”

Huayu Yang tilted his head.

“Learn skills?”

Huayu Die also tilted her head.

“You’re of the Demon Clan, unable to cultivate. Father is still in his prime and can protect the family. But if something were to happen to Father tomorrow, who would shield you then…”

Huayu Ting spoke while sighing repeatedly.

“Therefore,” he continued, “though Father is reluctant, you also have to take up the responsibility of protecting the family. Since there is hope, you must strive for it, even if it means separating from the family.”

“To separate…”

Huayu Yang widened his eyes, fear creeping onto his face.

“Child,” Huayu Ting said earnestly, “Sometimes, we have no choice. As long as you succeed and return, Father can be at peace. For if Father cannot protect you, you can protect yourselves and your mother…”

After he finished, he rose, walked to Luo’er, and asked wistfully, “Captain Luo’er, is it possible to take two children?”

“Of course, whether one or two makes no difference,” Luo’er shrugged with a smile.

“Then, please take Yang Er and Xiao Die.”

Huayu Ting closed his eyes, revealing a pained expression.

“Daddy!”

The two children, upon hearing this, stared wide-eyed at Huayu Ting, fear and anxiety reflected in their eyes.

“Sigh…”

Huayu Ting closed his eyes, unable to face them.

So the two children turned to Fei Yu, their eyes starting to redden, tears shimmering.

Fei Yu pursed her lips, turning away unable to face them, crying silently yet uncontrollably.

Luo’er observed the family’s situation, and couldn’t help but shake her head with a sigh, “Though separated by thousands of miles, there’s no need to be so torn. Future connections across the distance will only grow closer; the children can always find chances to return home.”

“Saying it is one thing, but separating children from their parents ultimately…”

Huayu Ting was overwhelmed with emotion.

“The choice is in your hands. If you choose not to go, that’s fine too,” Luo’er said.

Huayu Ting sighed deeply again, turning to look at Fei Yu. Her eyes were red, showing a pleading expression, seemingly unwilling to let the children separate from her.

But he knew well that there was no turning back. Someone must learn magic for them to establish themselves in Hua State. Otherwise, if something unforeseen happened to himself, the consequences would be unimaginable.

With this in mind, he crouched down again, gazing deeply at the two children, a sorrowful expression that mismatched his stature appeared on his face.

“Yang Er, Xiao Die, you are Daddy’s pride. Go with Captain Luo’er to learn magic, return after succeeding, and protect your mother, protect your siblings, protect me. Daddy is so reluctant to let you go, but even more unwilling to see you suffer in the future, so…”

His throat tightened, his voice gradually choked, he lowered his head, tears streaming down.

“I’m sorry, Daddy can’t protect you well, some things we have no choice. On the road ahead, take care of your sister, and after succeeding, you must come home, understand?” Huayu Ting choked as he asked.

“Oh…”

Huayu Yang widened his eyes, dazed, and nodded.

“Daddy, where are we going?” Huayu Die asked anxiously.

“We are going to learn skills.”

Being the elder brother, Huayu Yang rarely displayed the demeanor of a man, speaking to comfort his sister.

“Learn skills?”

Huayu Die tilted her head in confusion.

“Captain Luo’er,” Huayu Ting stood and looked at Luo’er, looking worn-out, “I have an extraordinary request, I wonder…”

“Feel free to speak.”

“I hope, I hope to have the two children acknowledge you as their godfather…” Huayu Ting said sincerely.

“I haven’t started a family yet…” Luo’er said, a bit overwhelmed and helpless.

“Apologies, it was somewhat abrupt.”

Huayu Ting bowed his head deeply.

“Is the Manor Lord worried that I can’t take care of the children?” Luo’er asked tentatively.

Huayu Ting bowed his head; though silent, his attitude seemed to suggest the issue.

“Rest assured, despite not starting my own family, I have raised quite a few children and have experience in that area. I won’t treat the Young Masters poorly,” Luo’er assured.

After a pause, he sighed softly, then continued, “But, if the Manor Lord is truly concerned, it is not impossible to fulfill this request.”

“Really?”

Huayu Ting lifted his head, pleasantly surprised.

“Only, I prefer not to mention it in front of outsiders,” Luo’er mused, “Nonetheless, I’ll strive to fulfill a father’s duties towards them.”

“Wonderful,” Huayu Ting, overjoyed, turned to the two children and said, “Quick, bow to your godfather.”

“No need for that, just call me uncle,” Luo’er said, unable to suppress a smile, “In fact, I’m about your age, perhaps even a bit older…”

“Say hello to Uncle,” Huayu Ting instructed.

“Hello Uncle…” the two children greeted timidly.

“Alright then, at least it’s not so blunt…”

Luo’er shook his head helplessly.

After a round of farewells, the children and parents were tearful and reluctant, finding it painfully hard to part. Luo’er held each child’s hand, leading them to board the transport plane, looking back every few steps.

With the cabin door closed, the two children began to cry uncontrollably, Luo’er tightly held their hands, sighing deeply with helplessness.