Chapter 5, Deep Affection Between Grandparents and Grandchildren

"Mo Ge!" With a tender call, a chubby little girl rushed into Qin Mo's embrace

The residence of the head of the Qin family is located in the center of the courtyard

At that moment, the blanket on the stone bed was suddenly lifted, and a round figure sprang up.

In the late hours of the night, the sky over Fen Town is filled with countless stars, and the entire town is warm and cozy, in stark contrast to the biting cold of the towering mountains.

Grandfather

Wuwuwu... Brother Mo, Grandpa said you might have gone to a very far place and will never come back. You are so bad, you are a bad person, going to such a far place, why didn't you take Xiaoxiao with you...

In that year, Qin Mo was 16 years old, and he sat in silence for a month before his grandfather's grave, yet he could not bring this strong and respected elder back to life

Mo'er, what are you standing there for like a fool? Have you been frightened by the experiences of these past three days? Hmph, truly useless, not at all like my grandson

Subsequently, the faction of elders led by the Grand Elder and the Vice Clan Leader launched an attack, seizing the position of Clan Leader from my grandfather, which resulted in the complete decline of the Clan Leader's faction. Due to a series of blows that followed, my grandfather, Qin Zhengxing, fell gravely ill and passed away a year later

Qin Mo took a deep breath, nodded, and walked through the door

In a previous life, after the destruction of the Burning Town, Qin Mo had countless fantasies about what it would be like to meet his grandfather again. He would surely embrace this beloved relative tightly, weeping bitterly to release the long-held feelings of longing.

At the same time, in another part of the Qin family residence

In his previous life, after suffering severe injuries that rendered him incapacitated, his grandfather tried every possible means to help him recover his body. He even infused him with true energy multiple times, resulting in a significant decline in his cultivation level within just one year, dropping to the third stage of a martial artist.

From birth, he possessed extraordinary strength, yet he was unable to cultivate true energy, making him the most renowned oddity of the Qin family

As she approached the entrance of the courtyard, Qin Mo's keen hearing caught the subtle conversation between her grandfather and Uncle Le

Upon hearing this, Qin Zhengxing and Uncle Le were both taken aback, feeling quite surprised by Qin Mo's actions

The little girl, with tears in her eyes, cried uncontrollably, her chubby little hands clenched into fists, pounding fiercely against Qin Mo's chest, producing a "thud thud" sound

Qin Mo could only smile wryly; the commotion caused by this little girl had somewhat alleviated the sadness he felt at reuniting with his family.

At the head of the room sat an old man in a black robe, his hair and beard completely white, savoring a cup of fragrant tea. Beside him stood a youth with a face as beautiful as jade, holding a teapot and occasionally pouring tea for the old man in the black robe

Upon hearing this, Qin Mo's gaze slightly sharpened, and without pausing, his figure gradually vanished into the night

Master, the Grand Elder and the others are exceedingly ruthless. The attack on Young Master Mo was clearly orchestrated by them, aiming to target you...

In front of the stone table sat an elderly man in a white robe, with gray hair and thick eyebrows, exuding an imposing presence without anger, seated there like a lion, instilling a sense of reverence in those who beheld him

After a moment of contemplation, Qin Zhengxing soon understood. His grandson had been stuck at the ninth stage of martial arts for a full eight years. Now, having finally broken through, he had also been entangled in a prolonged battle with an opponent at the second stage of martial arts. Furthermore, after three days of honing his skills on Mount Wanren, it was not surprising that he had regained the confidence he had lost long ago.

Finally, Qin Zhengxing waved his hand and said, "Mo'er, you have just made a breakthrough, so go back and rest. In three days, it will be the Qin family's decennial memorial. During these three days, focus on solidifying your realm in the warrior stage, then go to the family library to select a suitable martial skill to enhance your strength as much as possible. Do not overthink other matters."

The figure of the stunning woman overlapped with that of the little girl in her arms

As for the subsequent matters, Qin Zhengxing is already aware, and Qin Mo did not elaborate further

So heavy

In the center of the room stood a middle-aged man, dressed in an ornate blue robe, with thick eyebrows and a broad mouth, exuding an air of cold severity. At this moment, his face was overcast with clouds, glaring at Steward Rong.

Embracing the peacefully sleeping little girl, Qin Mo could not help but recall the night of destruction in his previous life when the town was burned down, the image of that stunning woman with a scarlet phoenix mark on her forehead, wielding a jade spear, fighting fiercely in the void.

This little girl still has such great strength

Within the residence of Vice Clan Leader Qin Yide

This is Qin Mo's cousin, Qin Xiaoxiao

Qin Mo's lips moved as he nodded, indicating that he had learned something. However, he felt a bitter smile in his heart; after seeing his grandfather, his emotions had surged, leading to this action. He did not expect that in the eyes of his grandfather and Uncle Le, it would be seen as the words of a young man filled with arrogance. But upon reflection, it made sense; a 14-year-old warrior with a level of cultivation that was not outstanding within the family, yet boldly declaring that he would shoulder the heavy responsibilities of the Qin family—was this not the very definition of youthful bravado

Legend has it that a thousand years ago, there were two unparalleled masters proficient in fire-based martial arts who debated martial skills in this place for seven days and nights. From that moment on, this area experienced no cold throughout the four seasons, and the name "Fengzhen" originated from this event

However, at this moment, amidst a thousand words, there is only a gentle whisper. In Qin Mo's heart, there is but one thought: in this lifetime, he must become the pillar of the Qin family, ensuring that his grandfather no longer has to endure such hardship.

Please forgive me, Chief. I did not expect that Zhao Yong would be so greedy. Having obtained such a precious treasure as the Hundred Treasures Pouch, he still coveted Qin Mo's jade pendant. This has led to the exposure of the matter, and it is all my fault for not managing my subordinates strictly enough. Elder Rong bowed repeatedly, his kind face filled with fear.

The four seasons in Fen Town have always been devoid of coldness; even in the depths of winter, the town remains as warm as spring.

At the age of 18, the jade pendant that Zhao Yong exposed after getting drunk fell, which made Qin Mo realize that the attack he encountered on Mount Wanren was the beginning of a conspiracy by the elder faction against his grandfather

It is done. The matter has already occurred, and further discussion is futile; I have a clear understanding of everything. Do not let Mo'er know about this; he has just made a breakthrough, and his primary task is to double his efforts in cultivation to catch up with his peers who are geniuses.

... ...

You little rascal, just because you have recently made a breakthrough, do you think you are something special? An eight-year gap cannot be compensated for in a day or two. With your current strength, you can barely squeeze into the top one hundred of the third generation of the family. Do not aim too high.

Thud... Qin Mo suddenly knelt down on the ground: "Grandfather, please do not worry. I will definitely work hard in the future and take on the heavy responsibilities of the Qin family."

Subsequently, when discussing the experiences of the past three days, Qin Mo could not possibly tell the whole truth. He merely informed his grandfather that he had been ambushed and, at the moment of falling off the cliff, he was fortunate to be caught by the branches and vines on the precipice, which resulted in only sustaining some minor injuries

The room is somewhat spacious, containing only a stone table, stone chairs, and a stone bed, all carved from the limestone of Mount Wanren. The only valuable item is the blanket on the stone bed, interwoven with strands of gold, radiating brilliance and illuminating the entire room

However, in the view of Qin Zhengxing, such growth is akin to a flower in a greenhouse; having just experienced a bit of wind and rain, the road ahead for Qin Mo is still very long

"Young Master, the Master is waiting for you." Uncle Le's reminder jolted Qin Mo out of his reverie

Qin Mo nodded, holding the little girl, and turned to leave

"Master, Young Master Mo has returned safely and has also broken through to the Warrior realm. This is indeed a double joy!" Uncle Le said from the side

Beneath the blanket, there is a round, plump shape, as if it is covering a ball of flesh, from which a faint sound of breathing emanates

To the west of Fen Town lies the courtyard that belongs to the Qin family

... ...

Standing in front of the door of the house, gazing at the familiar yet unfamiliar door, Qin Mo's mind was filled with fragments of memories. His grandfather, Qin Zhengxing, had attained the rank of Martial Master Seventh Stage, and the Qin family's unique martial art, "Breaking Army Fist," had been cultivated to the Seventh Level, making him one of the few masters in Fen Town.

"You little rascal, if you don't come back soon, I will be driven mad by this girl," Qin Zhengxing said with a cold expression

After listening to all of this, Qin Zhengxing's expression remained as cold and hard as usual; however, those familiar with this head of the Qin family could sense that he was in a state of extreme anger

This elegantly dressed middle-aged man in a blue robe is none other than Qin Yide, the vice clan leader of the Qin family

Hmph! You are the only one who protects him; this brat has been spoiled by you. Qin Zhengxing's face was stern, and his expression grew increasingly severe.

After a long time, under the repeated comfort of Qin Zhengxing and Le Shu, the little girl Qin Xiaoxiao finally accepted the fact that Qin Mo had returned home safely, lying in Qin Mo's arms and falling into a deep sleep

In the embrace sits a little girl with two horn-like braids, appearing to be around 7 or 8 years old, but she is quite overweight, with a chubby face and a round body, resembling a meatball at first glance. Only her eyes are particularly striking, exuding an inexplicable liveliness.

Qin Mo struggled to free himself from the little girl's "Magic Fist"; her strength was too great, even a warrior of the martial artist level could not withstand it, leaving him gasping for breath as she pounded his chest

Uncle Le, however, remained indifferent; this old clan leader has always been cold in demeanor yet warm at heart, especially towards his grandson.

Even though he had just begun to awaken the Battle Saint Body, Qin Mo's strength far surpassed that of martial artists of the same rank. He still felt a tremendous force surge towards him, like a rock crashing into his chest, causing him to collapse to the ground, unable to withstand it

"I have returned, haven't I, little girl? Stop hitting me; you are about to beat me to death."

Qin Zhengxing scolded, yet he stepped forward to help Qin Mo up; his grandson's thoughtfulness had already made him quite happy

The formidable strength and the considerable prestige enjoyed by Qin Zhengxing within the Qin family have rendered his position as the clan leader extremely stable. Over the past two decades, a subtle balance has been achieved between the clan leader faction and the elder faction.