Chapter 337: A Mother at an Impressive Age
Usually as healthy as a horse, her heart was pounding irregularly.
The thumping in her chest was so loud she could hear it herself.
Xia Linglong covered her chest with confusion.
This was just too abnormal—too abnormal.
She pulled out a delicate jade bottle containing a heart-nourishing pill tailor-made by an Immortal Alliance physician.
She downed one and felt it go down.
No use!
Her heartbeat didn’t slow down; it was still racing like there was no tomorrow.
Every time she thought of Yun Zhonghe, this would happen.
Sigh, why couldn’t she keep herself calm?
Xia Linglong was quite perplexed.
Deciding to seek help from her family, she took out her communication pendant, caressing its surface gently. Then, she focused her mind to send a message to her mother far away in Central Continent.
Transmitting messages with a communication pendant was usually no small feat, especially from East Continent to Central Continent which made it pretty much impossible.
But who’s talking about Xia Linglong?
She was the richest tycoon in the cultivation world, the heiress of the Xia Trading Company!
Her communication pendant was far more advanced than Yun Zhonghe’s usual ones.
Sending a message from East to Central was a piece of cake for her.
Xia Linglong: [Mom, how are you doing lately?]
Soon, a faint glow flashed on the pendant.
Her mother replied promptly but in a cold tone.
Mother: [I’m doing fine, except for having a troublesome daughter causing me endless headaches.]
Seeing her mother’s reply, Xia Linglong felt a pinch in her heart. She understood what her mother meant.
Her parents had always wished she would take over the family business and live a life of boundless wealth, but Xia Linglong yearned for the path of the sword, seeking higher realms irrespective of the family’s objections. She ran off to the East Continent to join the Xuantian Sect alone.
A few years ago, Xia Linglong and her parents quarreled fiercely over her dream of becoming a swordsman. The situation was tense to the extreme.
However, bl**d is thicker than water; eventually, her parents slowly acquiesced, allowing her to pursue her swordsmanship in East Continent, only asking her to attend family affairs occasionally.
Her father and mother also mentioned if she failed, she’d have to come back to inherit the family business right away.
It was really like saying, “If you don’t work hard, you’ll be left with inheriting a fortune.”
Visiting Tianhai City was part of her duty representing her parents’ business interests.
At first, she thought it would be a routine trip, but things could have ended badly.
Since then, Xia Linglong hadn’t told her parents about her ordeal.
But when she sent a report via the communication pendulum, even mentioning her current experiences, her mother’s initial indifferent attitude melted instantly, becoming full of worry.
Xia Linglong’s mother was genuinely concerned. Hearing her precious daughter nearly lost her life at Tianhai City, all pretenses crumbled.
Mother: [My dear daughter, are you alright? Did you get hurt? Say what you need, I’ll immediately arrange to deliver it through Xuantian Mansion, no matter the distance! I will ensure your safety at any cost.]
Warming up inside: [Mom, really, I’m fine. Don’t worry too much about me. I’ve got everything I need here. But mom, there’s something I want to ask you…]
Mother: [Tell me, honey.]
These words carried so much warmth and gentleness, crossing thousands of miles to give Xia Linglong boundless reassurance.
In Central Continent, in a luxurious mansion, gold and jewels shone brightly throughout the grounds.
Absolutely radiant, the eaves shimmered golden, and the floors were lined with flowing gold. Every inch of the house gleamed like it was made of wealth itself.
In the courtyard, flowers bloomed vibrantly, especially peonies and many money trees arranged in a baguazhen pattern.
On the soft couch in the bedroom, reclined a dignified yet… young girl?
Yes, a young girl, quite similar to Su Xinghe.
Tiny and petite, barely developed, standing around one meter thirty tall, her chest as flat as an airport runway.
She bore a striking resemblance to Xia Linglong, though with much more childish features.
Dressed in a gorgeous red dress, fluttering with light as she moved, intricate and exquisite patterns adorned the dress.
Her hair was intricately tied into a complex chignon, decorated with sparkling gems and smooth pearls, appearing immensely luxurious—a stark contrast to her youthful looks.
As she focused on the communication pendulum, a gem pendant bobbed playfully, gliding by her side, brushing her adorable face, until the owner impatiently tucked the pendant behind the hairpin.
“This outfit is so annoying,” she complained softly, frowning slightly.
She wasn’t too fond of wearing such attire; it felt clunky and tedious. However, it was necessary to avoid ridicule.
Let’s set aside that…
All her attention was on the pendulum, thinking about her daughter.
“Sweetheart, what issues might I answer?” she mused softly.
How could she have a daughter Xia Linglong’s age and not end up in jail?!
Actually,
Xia Linglong’s mother used to be quite the beauty before an accident forced her to resculpt her body, resulting in her current appearance that was more youthful-looking.
Holding up the communication pendulum for comfort, she shifted into a more comfortable lying position.
Then, she saw her daughter’s message—
Xia Linglong: [Mom, I think I’ve fallen in love…]
Simple and shockingly powerful words.
Wow?
Her body shot upright from its half-lit position, eyes wide open.
What happened during sweetheart’s trip? Why did she suddenly say she’s in love?
What’s going on?!
Xia Linglong’s subsequent message was even more shocking.
Second Message: [At first, I thought it was a girl I liked, but now I realize it’s the other way around. I really admire her beauty, but the one I truly fancy is another guy.]
Originally calm, Xia Linglong’s mother was not as composed anymore.
Pondering deeply, she read the message twice to make sure she wasn’t mistaken.
Her breath felt a bit obstructed, as if something heavy had settled in her chest.
Is she talking about her own daughter? How could this be?
That’s not supposed to happen!
To prefer two people at once? Was she that frivolous?!
Their family tradition has always favored monogamy, a steadfast commitment to love!
Especially when one of them is a girl.
Her thoughts spiraled endlessly, leaving her head in a chaotic mess.
She originally wanted to scold her daughter but decided to stay calm and gather more information first.
Mother: [How do you know it’s him you’re in love with?]
Xia Linglong responded straightforwardly.
[Only when I see Shixiong Yun, my heart races uncontrollably. It feels like something bangs inside my chest, and my face turns red. Whenever I see him, he fills my entire brain. No matter how hard I try to divert my attention, I can’t…]
There’s no feeling like that when facing Su Xiaoxiao.
Even in the sect, when she first saw Su Xiaoxiao, she was stunned by her beauty and felt an urge to embrace her and bring her home.
Xia Linglong was a romantic rookie; she mistook admiration for love.
Strictly speaking, it indeed was admiration, just not the kind of love she sought.
After listening to Xia Linglong, Xia Linglong’s mother sighed with relief, relaxing as the tension eased.
She had worried her daughter was a wanton flirt but settled contentedly with her clarity about love and affection.
She had always considered Xia Linglong a sword-obsessed mad girl, detached from love.
Mother: [Sweetheart, does that still have you pondering? Are there anything else bothering you?]
Xia Linglong hesitated a bit before responding uneasily.
[Honey, lots of girls like Shixiong Yun… I’m confused, and what if you guys disagree…]
Exactly, this bothered Xia Linglong the most.
What if her parents disapproved? What then?
Her mother’s just settled emotions surged back up again immediately.
Hmm?
Lots of girls liking him?!
The fear crept in; maybe this unreliable boy was causing her daughter to have wandering eyes!
Specifically, a reckless, irresponsible, heartbreaker yellow-haired lad.
This thought made her uneasy at best.
Shouting toward the bedroom door, “Husband, our beloved has a crush!”
Outside was the courtyard where an amiable man was playing jump rope with two kids.
At her call, he paused his game, lifting both children effortlessly under each arm, charging towards the bedroom quickly.
In a blink, he reached the room.
“What’s up? Is Something wrong with Sweetheart?”
Placing the laughing children aside, the man faced Xia Linglong with concern.
With a perfect face and elegant demeanor, dressed simply in a white robe, he looked ethereal standing next to those showy women.
He seemed to bloom quietly like a white lotus, serene and pure.
