Chapter 390: I Choose Her as My Partner

Chapter 390: I Choose Her as My Partner

Ruo’er packed her belongings, then asked Dong Xiyan for guidance before heading down the valley with Lin Nuo.

After descending the valley, they went to meet Xia Hanmo, and the three made their way to Ru Yu Village. They had calculated the timing, and if there were no major accidents, they should arrive at Ru Yu Village before Lin Nuo’s grandmother’s memorial date.

In principle, Lin Nuo’s grandfather would also be attending, but he had important matters to attend to and couldn’t spare the time. Furthermore, Ru Yu Village was quite far from where he currently lived, so he decided against it.

He wouldn’t send someone in his place for the memorial either; that would be disrespectful to his deceased wife. Instead, he asked Lin Nuo to convey his sentiments.

Originally, the memorial was meant to be just Lin Nuo and Xia Hanmo, but Lin Nuo chose to bring Ruo’er along.

It was simple: with various tasks along the way, having a little girl with them would be much more convenient.

This kind of memorial has many tedious details; burning incense, paper offerings, and local customs all matter greatly. Even on the memorial day, the right timing must be chosen, and they had to proceed regardless of rain or thunder.

People in this realm of cultivation are quite superstitious about gods and ghosts. In a small village away from the hustle and bustle, it’s even more particular. For the memorial, they needed quite a few items, and if it were just him with Xia Hanmo, he would probably end up as a pack mule.

But with Ruo’er, it was different. She’s a newly inducted immortal, and with her Spirit Bag Technique, she could toss out a small spiritual pouch and enlarge it to store all their bundles—simple and convenient.

Ruo’er, the top choice for home travel!

Travelling to Ru Yu Village would take almost half a day by flying with their swords, but Lin Nuo couldn’t carry two people well due to the strain, and Xia Hanmo, being weak, shouldn’t fly at high altitudes. So they opted to take a horse-drawn carriage.

They stopped at an inn, where Ruo’er went to secure the horses while Lin Nuo first escorted Xia Hanmo to a spot to sit down and eat something to fill their stomachs.

Seeing her long-lost obedient son, Xia Hanmo was naturally delighted, but it also brought a hint of regret.

She held Lin Nuo’s hand and earnestly said, “Nuo’er, it makes me very happy that you took the time out of your busy schedule to accompany me to the memorial. However, dear, you’re at the age where you should think about settling down. I hope you can bring a young lady to accompany me for the memorial.”

Lin Nuo casually replied, “Isn’t Ruo’er a young lady?”

“Ruo’er? Isn’t she just a little girl you brought along? I’m talking about a young lady suitable for starting a family, not just someone to attend to you.”

“Why do you think Ruo’er isn’t suitable?”

“Oh, so you’re planning to choose Ruo’er, is that it?”

“You can understand it that way.”

Lin Nuo brushed it off, thinking that he’d brought Ruo’er along, and could casually mention to her mother that they were an item.

What’s it called? The all-round little maid, versatile in many roles—international labor model, home travel expert, and dealing with a marriage-pressing girlfriend.

“Ha, Ruo’er is such a good girl, so kind-hearted and hardworking. She follows you wholeheartedly, Nuo’er, you can’t let her down!”

Xia Hanmo was very pleased, squeezing Lin Nuo’s hand, continuing her heartfelt advice.

“Got it.”

Lin Nuo continued to respond aloofly; while his mother meant well, she often loved to nag.

“Master, madam, I’m back~”

Having secured the horses and arranged for the inn staff to feed them some fodder, Ruo’er happily ran back.

Seeing Ruo’er return, Xia Hanmo was overjoyed and hurriedly grabbed her hand: “Ruo’er, my dear child, being able to enter the Lin family is truly a blessing for us!”

“Ah, madam, you overpraise me! If it weren’t for Master showing mercy and bringing me along, how could I have the opportunity to enter the Lin family?”

Ruo’er thought it was about entering the Lin family as a maid, and with such a big hat piled on her, she couldn’t bear it.

Xia Hanmo continued with a smile: “No, no! Ruo’er is a good girl, destined to be a virtuous wife. Nobody is perfect; my Nuo’er has some shortcomings and can seem aloof at times, but he has a good heart, so don’t take it to heart. It’s all about mutual understanding in any relationship.”

“Master has a truly good heart and treats me well. Honestly, it’s me who should be thankful for his tolerance~”

“Ruo’er, come here for a moment. I need to talk with you. Let’s step aside for a bit.”

Lin Nuo pulled Ruo’er’s hand to step aside.

Ruo’er was puzzled; what was so important that they couldn’t say it openly?

“What is it, Master…?”

“Ruo’er.”

“Ruo’er is here, Master.”

“Recently, my mom is going to chatter with you frequently; just go along with her.”

“Of course, it’s an honor for me that the madam talks to me. She’s so polite—truthfully, it’s my honor to enter the Lin family as a maid.”

“When she talks about entering the Lin family, it’s not what you think about being a maid.”

Lin Nuo replied flatly. Ruo’er tilted her little head in confusion and asked, “Not as a maid? Well, then what is it? I’m a bit slow, can’t figure it out, Master.”

“She often urges me about settling down, so I told her you’re my future partner.”

“Settling down?! When, Master! How many kids do you want, and what will their names be~!”

Ruo’er’s big, sparkling eyes widened, and her fluffy white ears and tail began to wag excitedly.

Settling down. Hmm, that seems a bit fast, but it’s fine; since it’s Master’s wish, there’s surely a reason behind it.

In the future, I will absolutely be a virtuous wife, a supportive partner to Master, teaching the children to take their father as their example—becoming a chivalrous hero, famed throughout the world.

Hehe, with my celestial roots and Master’s extraordinary talent, our children will definitely be future heroes!

Master still isn’t married, so I’m number one—the rightful wife—no matter if Master takes concubines; that won’t change my status!

“Calm down; it’s just a little lie, all just pretend.”

Lin Nuo gently tapped her on the head, cutting off her strange fantasies.

“Ah, it was all a show…?”

Ruo’er’s enthusiasm instantly dimmed, her tone laced with intense disappointment.

“Of course, it’s a show. I don’t intend to settle down just yet—you need to cooperate and act like her daughter-in-law; do as she wishes.”

“Hmm…”

“You don’t want to? Then I can find someone else.”

“Of course, I’m willing! So, Master, does that mean I’m your fiancée now?” Ruo’er wiggled her big ears and asked.

Lin Nuo nodded: “You could think of it that way, but it’s just a ruse.”

“Master, can we have some intimate nicknames for each other?”

“No need; there’s no need to be too contrived. Just be as usual.”

Lin Nuo directly rejected that proposal; he didn’t like any close nicknames. He usually called Ruo’er by her full name in a very cool manner; how awkward would it be to use a close nickname?

Thinking about intimate nicknames made him remember onomatopoeia like “little heart,” oh please, isn’t that something a villain would say?

The only onomatopoeia he liked was:

Little Bi Bi.