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Jufeng and Vera Xixi hurried along, their hearts racing as they finally reached Magellanic Star in record time. There was no real need for such urgency; it was merely the anxiety of returning home that spurred them on.
The two months away had been fraught with danger. Whether it was the Battle of the Plains or the close call in Yang Chou, one misstep could have led to disaster. From the very beginning, Jufeng had refrained from letting Liu Gulang share the details with Lu Qijia; otherwise, how could she have found peace during these two months?
Though they were all part of the same Star System, the differences between the planets were stark. On the fringe worlds, Jufeng had witnessed the harsh realities of life—how many were displaced, how many were homeless, and how war and gunfire had robbed countless people of happiness and even basic sustenance. Yet here, everything remained vibrant and dreamlike.
The headquarters of Zongheng Express was located far from the Universal Manufacturing Headquarters, so Jufeng and his companions bypassed the planet's most extravagant center and headed straight for their hometown.
Sisi had lived in her hometown all her life. The first time she left was when she was sold into a life of hardship by terrorists; this second time brought her to a world filled with lights and indulgence.
The girl was curious about this planet, holding Jufeng's and Vera's hands as her wide eyes sparkled with wonder. There were so many new sights that she struggled to take them all in.
Despite her excitement, Sisi soon returned to her calm demeanor after taking in various landscapes. She murmured, "So this is what the outside world is like. I wonder if Dad has ever seen it."
Jufeng and Vera exchanged glances, both recognizing the affection in each other's eyes. Sisi was a rare girl untouched by the world's corruption; nothing seemed to taint her pure heart.
Her father's death was a wound that would take time to heal, and she could only hope that time would serve as a remedy.
As they approached home, a delicate figure suddenly appeared before them. Not far behind stood a young boy carrying a long sword—a curious duo that caught Sisi's attention.
She studied the girl blocking their path, feeling as though the vibrant colors of the bustling street faded away with her presence. In her focused gaze, only a Purple Phantom Shadow remained—unshakeable and unyielding.
Sisi had never seen such a beautiful girl before. Even in this glamorous world where beauty abounded, this ethereal being seemed like an otherworldly sprite. With purple hair and blue eyes, she captivated Sisi like a spell.
However, in the next moment, the girl made a move that left Sisi astonished. The purple shadow joyfully leaped toward her—only to land in Jufeng's embrace.
Sisi turned her head to see the girl affectionately clinging to Jufeng, momentarily frozen in place until a voice broke through her thoughts.
"Let go! Why are you holding my dad's hand?"
After a brief pause, Sisi realized the girl was speaking to her. Feeling somewhat apologetic, she reluctantly released Jufeng's broad hand. In that instant, she felt as if she had bullied the girl and genuinely felt sorry for it.
Fortunately, another child nearby came to her aid.
The boy with the sword approached, his gaze lingering on Jufeng and the girl, smiling unusually brightly. He then turned to Sisi, bowing seriously and saying, "I'm sorry, Chuyang didn't mean it. You can hold onto Wind Dad's hand; it's just that Chuyang hasn't seen her dad in a long time and misses him a bit. That's all."
Sisi was still processing the relationship between these two children and Jufeng when she was touched by the boy's sincere attitude. She shook her head, signaling that it was fine. However, the girl beside her snorted coldly and said, "Who asked you to apologize for me? Mind your own business."
The criticized boy showed no signs of being upset or discouraged; instead, his smile widened even more.
Jufeng reached out and playfully flicked Chuyang's nose, chiding, "Don't always bully Star; Star has been protecting you all along. And from now on, call Sisi 'sister'—we're family now, so don't be so fierce."
Chuyang pretended to be wronged, sticking out her tongue at Jufeng and making a funny face. Then she turned to Sisi and said, "Sisi sister, I'm sorry! I can be a bit oblivious sometimes, but I'll get used to it over time."
Sisi smiled and indicated that it was alright. Suddenly, she realized that life with Jufeng and Vera would be vibrant and colorful, filling her heart with warmth.
As the five of them laughed together, Sisi finally understood the relationship between Jufeng and the two children—they were all his adopted sons. It was mainly a change in titles, but their bond was exceptionally close, which made Sisi envious.
They were not far from headquarters; after just a few steps, they arrived at the entrance. Alongside the bustling street stood many people—business leaders like Guo Hua and ruthless figures from Liu Gulang's underworld.
Upon seeing Jufeng, Liu Gulang felt a weight lift from his heart that had been hanging there for two months. He had regretted not being able to protect Jufeng during that time; if anything had happened to him, he would have never forgiven himself.
"Brother Jufeng, if you had come back any later, I would have led the Brothers over there myself. Old Horse has already scouted several nearby planets; we were just waiting for your news."
Jufeng knew Liu Gulang was not one to flatter unnecessarily; his words came from the heart. He patted Liu Gulang on the shoulder and said, "Well, I'm back safe now." He then turned to Old Horse; this was the first time he had seen Old Horse since arriving at the Large Magellanic Cloud.
"Old Horse, you don't seem to have aged much; you look radiant. Have you been involved in any romantic escapades lately?"
Old Horse's face flushed at the comment. Despite not having seen each other for a while, he hadn't changed much—his posture was even more hunched now, and his tone had become more humble.
"Brother Jufeng is joking about Old Horse. I've been diligent with the organization and haven't dared to think about those things. At my age, I wouldn't want to waste time on young girls; occasionally finding someone older to spend time with is enough for me."
Jufeng enjoyed talking with Old Horse; he was undoubtedly someone who understood many matters well. His demeanor was just right—neither overly formal nor too casual.
No wonder Bill always looked up to Old Horse as a role model. Jufeng glanced back at Bill, who always hid in inconspicuous corners. Despite coming from a prominent family background, he consistently presented himself in a way that made Jufeng take notice.
Jufeng's personal bodyguard, Yao, was not here, and the burly Tong Bailong was also absent. They were likely protecting the other four sisters who were similarly missing, attending events elsewhere.
Guo Hua noticed the many eyes on them and reminded Jufeng, "Feng Shao, we should go inside to talk. After all, this is the company headquarters, and it wouldn't be good for prying eyes to see us."
Caught up in the joy of their reunion, Jufeng had forgotten about this concern. He quickly joined everyone in entering the headquarters.
The headquarters was built among a cluster of villas, standing out impressively. It looked quite grand, with some surrounding buildings still under construction, consuming much of Zongheng Express's financial resources. However, to establish a foothold in this commercial tide, one had to spend money; in a society that valued face, one could only counter face with face.
Just as Jufeng settled onto the sofa, Tong Bailong rushed back into the room. Upon seeing Jufeng return, he was overjoyed but quickly turned anxious before he could fully enjoy the reunion.
"Brother Jufeng, something bad has happened at home."
(To be continued)
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