BTTH: Bearing Children to get Reward, I'll Create the Strongest Family

"Father, I..."

Xiao Yan's voice trailed off, stunned into silence by Xiao Zhan's words.

"Yan'er, we've done everything we could." Xiao Zhan sighed deeply, his eyes heavy with exhaustion as he looked at his son's bruised and battered face.

"Father, I suspect that beast Jia Lie Bi kidnapped Xun'er..." Xiao Yan said through gritted teeth, unwilling to let go of his suspicions.

"That's enough, Yan'er!" Xiao Zhan's voice suddenly turned stern, his expression hardening.

"Do you not realize how much trouble you've already caused? The Xiao family has offended numerous forces in Wu Tan City because of your actions these past few days."

Xiao Yan flinched at his father's rebuke but remained silent, his fists clenched tightly at his sides.

"If this continues, how do you expect the Xiao family to maintain its standing in Wu Tan City?" Xiao Zhan continued, his tone heavy with reproach.

The tension in on the cliff was palpable. The Jia Lie family was one of the three major families in Wu Tan City, equal in power to the Xiao family.

Xiao Zhan knew full well that without concrete evidence, they had no grounds to openly accuse or search the Jia Lie family.

"Do you think we can just storm their gates without consequence? Unless you want a full-scale war between our families!" Xiao Zhan's voice carried the weight of his authority, leaving no room for argument.

The consequences of such a conflict were clear to him, and it was a price the Xiao family could not afford to pay.

The stability and future of the family depended on maintaining a delicate balance, one that Xiao Yan's impulsiveness threatened to upend.

"Father, are we going to give up looking for Xun'er then?" Xiao Yan said anxiously.

Thinking that his Xun'er's sister was most likely being tortured at this very moment, he was so anxious that he couldn't sleep day and night.

"Yan'er, Xun'er should be fine," Xiao Zhan said reassuringly, though his expression carried a hint of thoughtfulness.

"If my guess is correct, she has likely returned to her family."

Xiao Zhan's gaze turned distant as he recalled the day Xiao Xun'er was brought to the Xiao family.

The strength and aura of the people who delivered her were overwhelming, far beyond anything the Xiao family could challenge.

He had always known that Xiao Xun'er's identity was extraordinary, shrouded in mystery. Over the years, he had treated her with the utmost care—sometimes even excessively—because he understood the gravity of her background.

Now, her sudden disappearance without any explanation could only mean one thing: she had been taken back by the formidable forces behind her.

"Going back?" Xiao Yan's voice broke through Xiao Zhan's reverie, confusion etched across his face. "Going back to what family?"

Xiao Zhan sighed and turned to his son. "Yan'er, you must have realize that Xun'er was never truly a part of our Xiao family. There is an immense power behind her, one that we cannot afford to provoke."

"It's best to believe she's safe with them, wherever they may have taken her."

Inwardly though he was slightly bitter. 'After all these years, she leaves without so much as a farewell? It's... ungrateful, to say the least.'

Xiao Yan stood stunned, his thoughts swirling as he processed his father's words. Deep down, he believed Xiao Zhan, but the realization left him feeling hollow.

"She left... but why didn't she say anything to me?" he muttered, his voice heavy with disappointment.

Had he been too sentimental all along?

Did Xun'er see him as someone insignificant, someone not worth bidding farewell to?

The thought struck a painful chord in his heart, leaving a bitter taste in his mouth.

"Okay, Yan'er, regarding Xun'er's affairs, you shouldn't worry about them anymore."

Seeing Xiao Yan's decadent look, Xiao Zhan also felt a little sorry for his son.

"How have you been recently? Does the Qi Gathering Powder works?"

Xiao Zhan changed the subject, thinking of the medical powder Xiao Yan got from Chenfeng last time.

"No, except for the fact that my body is very hot when I ingest it, I don't have any other reaction after that."

When it came to the Qi Gathering Powder subject, Xiao Yan face finally regained some energy as he said helplessly.

"Father, what do you about that Young Master Chenfeng? Did he fool us?"

Xiao Yan asked suspiciously after not getting his problem fixed for for so many days.

"Logically speaking, it shouldn't be like that. He is an inner sect disciple of the Misty Cloud Sect and a direct descendant of the Miteer family. Why would he come to fool our Xiao family? He could still get the same results he wanted without going circles like that"

Xiao Zhan also frowned.

If this Qi Gathering Powder had no effect, they would have been fooled indeed.

Although Xiao Zhan didn't care at all about the marriage contract with Nalan Yanran. But he couldn't bear to be treated as joke like this.

"Didn't that Young Master Chenfeng say that the power of the Qi Gathering Powder will take about three months to take effect?"

"Maybe in a while, the power of the medical powder will take effect and my talent will come back?" Xiao Yan said, clinging to a fragile hope as he tried to remain optimistic.

The thought of his talent never returning was unbearable. Without it, his life would spiral into endless despair.

"I hope so," Xiao Zhan replied with a heavy sigh, his heart aching for his son.

'Yan'er, your fate has truly been unkind.'

Looking at Xiao Yan standing at the edge of the cliff, Xiao Zhan grew uneasy. "The wind is strong up here. If there's nothing more for you to do, head back to your room and rest," he urged firmly.

He was really afraid that this kid would suddenly lose his mind in a moment of despair and jump off without any care.

...

Inside the small world, a figure darted through the air with astonishing speed, leaving fleeting afterimages in its wake, as though a ghost were gliding silently through the void.

Moments later, the figure came to a halt, revealing Chenfeng, his face calm and composed.

"As expected of an Earth-level Movement Dou Qi Skill," Chenfeng remarked, exhaling deeply and flashing a satisfied smile.

During this time, aside from practicing the Dragon and Phoenix Technique with Xiao Xun'er and Ya Fei, Chenfeng devoted himself to honing his other skills.

Taken from Xiao Xun'er's private collection was a newly acquired Earth-level Movement Dou Qi Skill.

The skill, aptly named Fleeting Shadow, was precisely what Chenfeng had been practicing.

When perfected, Fleeting Shadow allows its practitioner to split into a multitude of phantoms, weaving through the battlefield like a chaotic dance of shadows, making it nearly impossible for opponents to discern the real body.

With his extraordinary talent, Chenfeng had swiftly mastered the first level of Fleeting Shadow within a few days.

Armed with this powerful movement technique, Chenfeng felt confident that, even as an 8-Star Dou Master, he could stand toe-to-toe with a Dou Grandmaster in a head on battle.

Whether it's Fighting/Movement Dou Qi Skills, techniques, or training resources, Xiao Xun'er has no shortage of them in her storage ring.

However, Chenfeng was not greedy, he just picked a few Fighting/Movement Dou Qi Skills that suited him to practice.

Besides, Chenfeng's Dou Qi attribute is the thunder attribute, and he cannot practice Fighting/Movement Dou Qi Skills with other attributes.

"Master, please take a rest."

Xiao Xun'er approached gracefully, her voice soft as she handed a glass of water to Chenfeng.

Through Chenfeng's persistent guidance and influence, Xiao Xun'er had begun to embody the role of a compliant and attentive mistress.

When Chenfeng was exhausted from training, she would dutifully offer him water and gently wipe the sweat from his brow.

During bath times, she would delicately help wash his back, her actions gentle and considerate.

Even during their practice of the Dragon and Phoenix Art, she no longer resisted, instead choosing to cooperate and cater to him willingly.

Over time, Xiao Xun'er seemed to evolve, her personality subtly shaped by Chenfeng's presence and persistence.

Observing this transformation, Chenfeng felt a deep sense of satisfaction.

He wasn't overly demanding—his main requirement was for Xiao Xun'er to let go of her grim desires to end her life and embrace obedience.

As long as she behaved, he was willing to reciprocate with kindness and care, treating her gently and lovingly. He had always been generous with his women.

In the future, if Xiao Xun'er were to bear him a son or perhaps two daughters, Chenfeng even entertained the thought of eventually granting her freedom when his strength allowed it.

Of course, whether she would still desire freedom by then was a question only time could answer.

Chenfeng accepted the glass of water with a faint smile and walked over to the stone table to sit down.

As he sipped the water, he glanced around the small world, which now looked much more welcoming compared to its initial desolation.

Determined to make Xiao Xun'er's stay as comfortable as possible, Chenfeng had brought in an array of items from the outside world. The once barren space was now adorned with beautiful furnishings and practical facilities.

A luxurious canopy bed draped with silken curtains stood in one corner, accompanied by intricately carved chairs and a polished stone table.

Around the living area, lanterns made of glowing spirit stones provided a warm, ambient light that made the evenings feel cozy.

To brighten the atmosphere, Chenfeng had cultivated a vibrant garden filled with exotic flowers and lush greenery. At its center, a small fountain crafted from spirit jade bubbled softly, its soothing sounds creating a calming effect. Xiao Xun'er often spent her mornings tending to the herbs and medicinal plants he had planted for her, finding a semblance of peace in the activity.

For entertainment, he brought in bookshelves filled with scrolls, some containing novels and poetry, while others held some interesting topics for her to study. A guqin rested on a low platform nearby, inviting Xiao Xun'er to play its gentle melodies whenever she wished.

To add life to the small world, Chenfeng had even introduced a pair of elegant spirit birds with iridescent feathers that often chirped melodiously in the mornings. Their presence, along with the playful antics of the Purple Electric Marten, made the space feel less lonely.

Though the small world still lacked the bustling vibrancy of the outside, Chenfeng's efforts had transformed it into a sanctuary of comfort and tranquility.

Looking at Xiao Xun'er's serene expression as she walked through the garden earlier, he felt a sense of satisfaction. Her surroundings might not replace her longing for freedom, but at least she wouldn't feel trapped in a desolate void.

[Ding! Congratulations to the host. You have successfully made Xiao Xun'er pregnant. As a reward, you have received a system gift package.]

[Host, please keep up with the good work!]

At this moment, a system prompt suddenly sounded in Chenfeng's mind.