bookbashuk Chapter 1325 Family Meeting
Chapter 1325 Family Meeting
Chapter 1323 Family Meeting (Part 1)
After Xiao Jifenglong "Potato Pancake" drank the medicine, changes were visible to the naked eye in just a few minutes.
The little head that had been drooping gradually lifted, and its dim eyes regained their brightness and spirit.
It first gently wagged its tail on the counter, then stretched its curled-up body, and suddenly raised its head, letting out a loud and powerful roar.
"what!"
This roar was no longer weak and feeble, but carried the vitality unique to a young dragon, which made everyone present breathe a sigh of relief.
Paimon was so excited that he immediately rushed over, hugged the little dragon's neck with his small arms, and said with tears in his eyes:
"Potato Pancake! You're finally alright! You almost scared us to death today. Don't scare us like that again, okay?"
Little Dragon seemed to understand Paimon's words, gently nuzzling her cheek with its head and letting out a soft whimper.
Seeing Xiaolong return to normal, Ying smiled with relief, but quickly composed herself. She carefully folded the letter and map from the box and put them into her backpack, reminding him:
"Now is not the time to be happy. The medication only temporarily suppresses the symptoms and does not completely cure the disease."
"Let's go home first, settle things at home, and then we can discuss the trip to Mount Santoso in more detail."
She paused, then added, "The letter also said that we must arrive before Xiaolong completely loses consciousness, so we need to hurry."
Looking at the spirited little dragon, Ianshan felt very gratified. However, considering that Nata was busy preparing for the Holy Night of Return to Fire pilgrimage and could not offer more help, she said somewhat apologetically:
"I'm so sorry, Mr. Shao Yun and Ms. Ying. If your little dragon had fallen ill later, after the Holy Night Pilgrimage, all of Nata's resources could have helped you prepare the supplies and manpower for the Holy Volcano. But right now... we are simply too busy."
Shao Yun waved his hand and sincerely thanked Ianshan and Ifa, saying, "Please don't say that. You have already helped us so much. We will remember this kindness in our hearts."
"Xiaolong is alright for now. Let's go home and pack our luggage and plan our route. We can handle the rest ourselves."
Ifa stepped forward, patted Shao Yun on the shoulder, and said, "Have a safe trip, buddy!"
"I also wish you a successful completion of your 'name-washing ceremony' so that Potato Pancake can fully recover!"
……
In short, their little dragon "potato pancake" has temporarily regained its vitality, and the Shao family's worries have finally been put to rest.
After thanking Hiah, Ianshan, and Ifa, they took the little dragon and the mother goat, boarded the carriage again, and headed from the Olympic Stadium toward the pasture.
The carriage traveled along the road in Nata, its wheels making a steady "rolling" sound as they rolled over the ground.
Xiao Long, who was sickly during the day and had difficulty even opening his eyes, was full of energy at this moment.
However, instead of nestling in Ying's arms, it moved closer to the mother goat.
Perhaps remembering that when he was weak during the day, it was the mother goat who carried him and comforted him, Xiaolong became especially close to the mother goat.
It clung tightly to its mother goat's body with its little paws and rested its head on her neck, refusing to open its mouth no matter what, just like a clingy little follower.
The mother goat rolled her eyes at the adorable little dragon: "He was on the verge of death during the day, but now he's got the energy to act cute. He doesn't look like the Fire Dragon King at all."
Despite her displeasure, her body remained still, allowing Xiaolong to rub against her. Occasionally, she would gently nudge Xiaolong's head with her chin, tacitly acknowledging the intimacy.
After all, for Shao Yun's sake, let it go...
Paimon, sitting to the side and watching this harmonious scene, couldn't help but laugh and said, "Potato Pancake and the sheep are so close now, no wonder you two live in the same kennel."
The little dragon looked up at Paimon and barked, its little tail wagging even more enthusiastically.
The group chatted and laughed, and by the time they returned to the ranch, it was almost afternoon.
From afar, a familiar figure could be seen standing at the entrance of the ranch; it was Yuan Shang.
Upon seeing the carriage approach, Yuan Shang immediately strode forward. After Shao Yun and his family alighted from the carriage, he immediately noticed the little dragon being held by Ying and quickly went to greet him.
"Mr. Shao Yun, Your Highness, Miss Paimeng, you're finally back! How is Xiaolong?"
After all, they are also part of the ranch, so it's normal for Yuan Shang to care more about them.
Shao Yun jumped off the carriage, not directly answering Yuan Shang's question, but instead looking up in the direction of the pasture, and said in a serious tone:
"Xiaolong's illness has only been temporarily suppressed by the medication; it has not been completely cured."
"We need to hold a family meeting next. By the way, where's my brother-in-law? Where is he now?"
Upon hearing "family meeting," Yuan Shang paused for a moment, then lightly tapped the ground with his foot and replied truthfully, "His Highness went to the Kingdom of Night Gods this morning to handle some matters and hasn't returned yet."
Shao Yun immediately instructed, "Go and contact him now and call him back. Also, if it's convenient, try to contact Ye Shen as well; it would be even better if she could attend the meeting."
Although Yuan Shang didn't understand why Shao Yun suddenly wanted to call Kong back and contact Ye Shen, he knew that things were definitely not simple. Without asking any further questions, he immediately nodded in agreement.
"Ok, no problem!"
……
After arranging for Yuan Shang to contact Kong and Ye Shen, Shao Yun turned and walked towards the ranch owner's house.
The family meeting was to be held in the dining room on the first floor.
At this moment, Skykirk, who was resting with her eyes closed in the living room on the first floor, heard the noise at the door and slowly opened her eyes.
Upon seeing Shao Yun and his group return, he stood up and stepped forward, his gaze first falling on Ying, preparing to inquire about the subsequent sword training arrangements.
"I'm back. Today's schedule was delayed quite a bit," Skylark said, her tone returning to its usual cool and aloof manner.
"Should we continue sword training in the coming days? The parrying techniques I taught you before still need to be reinforced."
Before Silkok could finish speaking, Shao Yun interrupted her.
"Oh, Skykirk, great, you're here right away. We're having a family meeting in a bit to discuss Little Dragon, you should come too."
When Skirk heard that it was a "family meeting" and that she was specifically asked to attend, she was stunned.
She pointed to herself, raised an eyebrow, and asked in surprise, "A family meeting? Me? Are you sure?"
In her view, she was merely Ying's swordsmanship instructor, a temporary resident of the ranch, and thus an "outsider," having little to do with the "family meeting."
Shao Yun's invitation was far beyond her expectations.
Shao Yun ignored all of that, waved his hand, and said bluntly:
"Of course I'm sure. You're my wife's mentor, so you're practically family. You're qualified to listen in, and you might even be able to give us some advice."
Silky instinctively looked at Ying, and the two locked eyes, a scene reminiscent of "Xiahou Dun looking at Erlang Shen – their eyes met."
Ying nodded slightly to her, her eyes carrying a hint of invitation.
Although Skirk was still somewhat confused, seeing Shao Yun's resolute attitude and Ying's lack of objection, she acquiesced to attending this unexpected family meeting.
Ying, Paimon, and Silky took their seats at the dining table in the meeting room.
Skirk chose a corner spot, crossed her arms, and maintained her aloof demeanor, giving the impression that she was merely there to observe a discussion that had nothing to do with her.
Just as Shao Yun was calling Shen He to bring the baby out of the nursery on the second floor to attend the meeting, Kong was summoned back by Yuan Shang from the Abyss Order's headquarters in the Kingdom of Night Gods.
Immediately afterwards, the door was pushed open, and Kong rushed in, clearly having returned immediately after receiving the news.
"I'm back!" Kong panted, her gaze sweeping over everyone in the room before finally settling on Shao Yun. She asked urgently, "What's the matter that's so urgent?"
"Yuan Shang only said you were having a family meeting, and even made me rush back from the Kingdom of Night God. What happened?"
Shao Yun saw Yuan Shang follow Kong in, but he didn't see Ye Shen, or rather, Ye Shen's consciousness appear...
He frowned, looking at Sora with a puzzled expression, and asked, "You came back alone? Where's Miss Yagami? Is she busy with something and couldn't come?"
Kong knew that Shao Yun hoped the Night Goddess (or her consciousness) would be present, but he could only shake his head helplessly and explain:
“I asked her, and Yagami said she has a very important matter to deal with recently and is really unable to get away.”
"She mentioned that a very ancient soul is about to return to the human world, and that soul is named 'Shibarak'."
"It is said that it is the soul of the first generation of the Nata Fire God. She needs to keep an eye on this matter to prevent any accidents, so she really doesn't have time to attend the meeting."
"The first generation of Vulcan?" Shao Yun paused for a moment upon hearing the name, then nodded thoughtfully.
Having lived in Nata for a long time, I had heard about it, but I never expected it to happen at this time.
However, Xiaolong's matter was more urgent at the moment, so he didn't dwell on it any longer. He waved to Kong and Yuan, signaling them to sit down, and said:
"It doesn't matter. Since she has something urgent, we won't wait. After we wait, could you pass on a message to her and ask if she can lend a hand?"
"Okay, I've got it." Kong nodded quickly and pulled Yuan Shang to sit down in an empty seat at the long table.
Now, Shao Yun, Ying, Paimon, Sikerk, Shen He, Kong, and Yuan Shang are all seated in the restaurant; everyone should be present.
Shao Yun cleared his throat, just about to start recounting the great operation to save his little dragon, but... wait a minute, there are seven people, but one is still missing?
At that moment, Ningguang was walking out of the study with a broom in her hand, wearing a cleaning apron, clearly tidying up the house.
"Ningguang? What are you doing?" Shao Yun called out to her, beckoning her over. "Come here, come here."