The skullcap was infected by Huanhuan's emotions. It lowered its petals and rubbed the back of Xue Ling's hand. It called out sadly, "Father~"
Xue Ling touched the small bud and said softly, "When I leave, you have to take good care of your mother in my place."
Huanhuan looked at him with tears in her eyes, her small hands gripping his sleeve tightly.
Xue Ling asked helplessly, "Before I leave, can you promise me something?"
Huanhuan nodded vigorously. "Tell me. I'll agree to anything."
"I don't want to die alone. Can I be your mate?"
Huanhuan replied with tears in her eyes, "Okay!"
Xue Ling looked at her deeply. "Really? Don't you think I look too ugly now? You'll definitely regret it in the future, won't you?"
"No!" Huanhuan gripped his sleeve tighter, her eyes filled with tears. "I'll never regret it!"
Xue Ling laughed softly.
He held out a necklace with a thumb-sized red feather at the end.
