When the three kids came back, they saw the two people on the living room sofa chatting and laughing like old friends, having a great time.
The two of them naturally saw the kids too.
Bai Mo looked at the two girls walking over and said, “Ling’er, why don’t you take Qiao Shan out for another walk? I have something to talk to Ting’er about.”
Even though she didn’t understand why she was being sent away again right after coming back, Bai Ling didn’t think too much about it and just replied, “Oh~” with a nod.
Bai Ting stood silently to the side.
Since her father said he had something to talk to her about, then it must be something important.
Qiao Shan, on the other hand, thought he misheard at first.
He turned to look at his father, and when he saw him nod in confirmation, his heart practically burst with joy.
His future father-in-law was really looking out for him!
He’d actually created a chance for him to be alone with the girl he liked.
At that moment, he really wanted to drop to his knees and shout, “Long live Father-in-law!” Qiao Yun saw his son looking at him and thought he was asking for permission to go out again, but he had no idea he’d completely misunderstood.
“Let’s go then!” After exchanging glances, Bai Ling said to Qiao Shan, then turned and walked out.
Qiao Shan quickly agreed and followed her with a goofy grin.
This time, without that so-called “third wheel,” he could finally flirt in peace.
Along the way, he asked all the questions he didn’t get to ask earlier.
Bai Ling answered each one patiently.
That made Qiao Shan really happy.
But when he noticed how straightforward and confident Bai Ling was in her answers, he started to feel something was off.
Wasn’t she acting all shy and delicate just a moment ago? Why the sudden change in vibe? Just like that annoying guy earlier—acting all sweet and gentle in front of family, but turning into a total jerk with him.
Thinking of that, he couldn’t help but curse himself.
How could a pure girl like Bai Ling be compared to that bastard?
Still, the current Bai Ling didn’t have that weak and soft vibe from before.
Now she felt more like a dependable big sister from next door.
It was a complete shift in aura.
He didn’t know why, but it didn’t affect his good mood.
He’d learned everything he wanted to know about her, and that was enough.
Bai Ling led him to the small grove behind the villa.
She stood in her usual spot, the same way she always did, as if she were sensing something.
No matter how many questions Qiao Shan asked now, Bai Ling didn’t respond.
That made him curious.
Were girls really such fickle creatures? One moment she’s all soft and sweet, the next she’s like a big sister, and now she’s all quiet and serene? Qiao Shan was completely lost.
The reason Bai Ling ignored him was because he was being too annoying, constantly asking questions.
Even though she answered them all, it was still irritating.
Even a clay doll has a temper, let alone a real person.
Seeing that Bai Ling wasn’t responding, Qiao Shan didn’t know why, but he didn’t want to push it.
So he awkwardly stood to the side and just quietly watched her.
Maybe just looking at her like this wasn’t so bad after all.
Meanwhile, Bai Mo called Bai Ting over and said seriously, “Daughter, do you want to learn magic?” No one knew what kind of emotions Bai Mo was feeling right now.
Honestly, he’d rather teach Bai Ting magic himself than send her to a magic academy.
As the leader of the Magic Combat Unit, he was more than qualified.
He could probably teach better than most magic instructors.
If he couldn’t even do that, then he’d feel like he’d wasted his life and let the world down.
“Weren’t you going to teach me magic, Dad?” Bai Ting tilted her head in confusion, still trying to act cute.
“I’d love to, but I can’t teach better than those professional instructors.
They’re just as good as me, maybe even better.”
Bai Mo lied.
He was fully confident he could teach better than those so-called magic teachers.
He’d learned through real combat on the battlefield, and the experience he’d gained through blood and sweat was something those instructors couldn’t match.
He was sure they didn’t have the same battle instincts he did.
“Alright, it’s a bit of a shame that I won’t get to learn from you directly, but I respect your decision.
Wherever you want me to go, I’ll go.” Bai Ting was the picture of an obedient daughter.
But inside, she was screaming.
She didn’t want to be separated from her beloved little sister.
She was really reluctant to leave.
To be honest, Bai Mo felt terrible too.
Sending his own daughter off to the battlefield—what father wouldn’t feel awful about that? Even though she wasn’t going to war just yet, he knew it was only a matter of time.
It was inevitable.
Better to let them study magic now, so they’d have a better chance of protecting themselves in the future.
Bai Mo sighed softly and turned to Qiao Yun.
“Brother Qiao, I’ll leave my eldest daughter in your care for now.
If anything happens, I’ll be coming to you.”
Qiao Yun had been listening quietly the whole time.
Ever since Bai Ting came in, he hadn’t said a word.
This was Bai Mo’s family matter, and it wasn’t his place to interfere.
He was just there to observe.
Now that Bai Mo was entrusting his daughter to him, he immediately straightened up, sat upright, and put on a serious expression.
He was deeply honored by the trust.
“Don’t worry, Brother Bai Mo.
I’ll take good care of her,” Qiao Yun said solemnly, patting his chest to show his determination.
“That’s all I needed to hear.
So, when do you plan to leave?”
“I’d rather hear what you and Bai Ting think.
I can wait a little while,” Qiao Yun said, his tone now much more relaxed.
He’d just watched his old superior send his daughter away, and he felt a bit guilty.
So he wanted to give them some time to ease the pain.
“Three days,” Bai Mo said decisively, surprising Qiao Yun a little.
“Are you sure?” Qiao Yun asked, a bit exasperated.
He’d wanted to give them more time, but now Bai Mo was cutting it short.
He didn’t know what to say—just felt helpless.
“It’s fine.
Three days.
Better to rip the bandage off quickly,” Bai Mo said calmly.
Then he turned to Bai Ting.
“You okay with that?”
Bai Ting smiled faintly.
“I’m fine with it.”
But was she really? Inside, she was screaming.
Three days? That’s not even enough time to cuddle with Bai Ling properly! And after that, she’d be separated from her sister.
The pain was indescribable, but she still had to agree.
Who could understand this kind of frustration?
“Alright! Spend the next few days packing and say a proper goodbye to Bai Ling.
I think she’ll be really lonely after you leave,” Bai Mo said.
He wasn’t wrong.
Bai Ling would definitely feel lonely.
In her heart, she always saw Bai Ting as her little sister.
With memories from her past life, her mental age was far beyond Bai Ting’s.
Even though Bai Ting was technically the older sister, Bai Ling always treated her with patience and care.
As for Bai Ting’s teasing, she just saw it as a little sister being affectionate.
“Okay! I’ll head back to my room now.
Goodbye, Uncle Qiao!” Bai Ting said, bowing slightly before leaving the living room.
