As a father, I just want to quietly watch you live a long life Chapter 1741 - 454: 8 Qimen Immortal Seeds, Body Sanctification; The Underworld Welcomes a Newcomer—A Diting Appears [Monthly Ticket Requested] (Part 2)...

"Boss!"

Xi Xi called out with joy.

"Hey—Xi Xi has arrived!"

A soft smile spread across the boss’s calm features as he put out his cigarette. Two streams of blue smoke emerged from his nostrils, vanishing swiftly into the air.

A clean scent surrounded his entire form, without any hint of cigarette odor.

Next, the boss turned his eyes to Li Che, offering a friendly nod.

The boss appeared to sense the shifts in Li Che, a spark of astonishment appearing in his gaze. Evidently, he recognized that Li Che had become more powerful, and by a great deal.

In contrast to their last encounter on the return from the Divine Capital, Li Che had gained a lot more muscle.

Xi Xi had advanced too, yet Li Che’s improvement stood out more, particularly in his physique—the shining golden skeleton even cast a subtle glow in the boss’s sight.

"Not bad."

The boss commended.

"Sit down, I’ll prepare some dishes."

Dressed in a white jacket, the boss pivoted and stepped into the eatery. The drapes swayed as he went by, causing the door’s bells to chime.

Before long, a little table was arranged just outside the eatery.

The father-daughter pair, Li Che and Xi Xi, dove into the tasty spread on the table, filling their mouths so fully that they barely talked, as though saying anything extra might cost them a bite of the braised meat.

Positioned in a nearby rocking chair, the boss casually twisted up another smoke with his legs folded.

He leaned his head upward to stare at the vast sky.

High above, the dark clouds parted, uncovering a vivid azure expanse. The cloud borders gleamed with a golden edge beneath the sun’s rays.

The brilliant sun seemed to chase away the darkness and demonic aura across all of Qi Tian City, warming the body with its gentle, soothing light.

Content, Li Che leaned back in his seat and, out of habit, extended his hand to the boss, rubbing his thumb and fingers.

The boss shot him a look and threw the already rolled cigarette his way.

Li Che caught the cigarette, igniting a violet fire from his fingertips—the Tao Tribulation Fire, Primordial Dragon Elephant Flame.

Hiss, exhale—

Experiencing a rare sense of ease, he blew out a twisting cloud of smoke, his spirits soaring.

The weight from a giant like the Deceit Demon Cave in Strange Que felt much lighter now, and the burden from the Second Calamity Big Black Bull had vanished completely.

"Boss, could I request Lord Dog’s help?"

Li Che chatted idly with the boss.

At the same time, Xi Xi was frolicking near the restaurant with Gou, thrilled to reunite with Lord Dog after so long, her joy overflowing this time.

"I understand your intention, but... within Qi Tian City, Gouzi cannot act."

Surprisingly to Li Che, the boss shook his head and turned down the ask.

"It might lead to unwanted troubles, it’s unnecessary."

The boss explained.

Upon hearing that, Li Che reflected. The boss and Gouzi’s backgrounds were enigmatic, possibly tied to Strange Que, though Li Che doubted it.

Did they belong to the All Gods Camp inside Strange Que?

Were they mighty figures from the [Prison Lotus] faction?

Were they... gods?

A far more daring thought surfaced in Li Che’s head than earlier.

Before, he had merely guessed that the boss and Gou reached Divine Tribulation level, but now... that notion had risen higher.

In fact, even the Second Disaster Venerable or the Three Calamities Supreme fell short of Li Che’s current suspicions.

"Got it, then let me adjust my ask."

"Go on."

"Can Xi Xi remain at the restaurant for a bit?"

"You consider this an ask?"

The boss cocked his head, eyeing Li Che with kind expression, a real smile forming on his composed face.

For him and Gou, this wasn’t a request in the least.

"No issue."

The boss tapped off some ash from his cigarette, grinning.

Once he settled things with Li Che, the boss’s thoughts wandered, already scheming the upcoming days’ menu, pondering ways to whip up varied and tasty feasts, ensuring Xi Xi dines joyfully each day and aiming to plump her up nicely during her stay.

"Will Xi Xi be in danger here?"

Li Che thought for a moment, then posed another query.

The boss regarded Li Che, offering a faint grin.

Fine.

Li Che rose, shook off the cigarette ash, and signaled to Xi Xi with a wave.

Xi Xi dashed over full of energy, positioning herself upright, chin up, even with beads of sweat from romping with Gouzi.

Romping with Gouzi brought Xi Xi pure bliss, allowing her to unleash her full power without restraint in headbutts, and Gouzi endured it effortlessly.

"For the coming period, you’ll remain at the boss’s eatery. I’ll return to fetch you after handling my affairs."

Li Che stroked Xi Xi’s hair, beaming.

At those words, Xi Xi inhaled sharply in astonishment and froze in place.

Had bliss arrived so abruptly?

"However, you mustn’t neglect your practice here. When Dad returns, I’ll examine your training advancement. If you’ve slacked, I’ll notice right away."

Li Che booped Xi Xi’s nose, stating firmly.

In response, Xi Xi flashed a broad smile: "Dad, rest assured! Xi Xi will surely gain weight, er, I mean, boost her cultivation, become mighty!"

Li Che tousled Xi Xi’s locks, then said goodbye to the boss and Gou before leaving.

"Dad, Xi Xi will miss you."

Xi Xi licked her lips.

A twinge of hesitation tugged at Li Che’s heart, yet as he glanced back, Xi Xi had already joined the boss.

"Boss, what’s on for a late-night bite?"

"And tomorrow’s breakfast? Could Xi Xi have a preview of it?"

Li Che: "..."

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Inside the yard of Lv Taibai.