Courtyard Houses: From Bronze Compasses to Global Reach

Chapter 424 Top Streamer by Shichahai Beach

The days passed by.

Lin Yan planned for Chenchen and Xixi to get about 14 hours of sleep each day.

This also ensures that they are full of energy whenever they are awake.

If an ordinary family had two tireless "little engines" like these, they would probably be in chaos within half a day.

Fortunately, the entire Lin family were cultivators, whose physiques and energy far surpassed those of ordinary people.

Even so, sometimes, watching the two little ones running wildly around the yard, chasing after Xiao Qi and giggling incessantly, Wang Yuling would smile wryly at Lin Gang and say:

"We're not raising children, we're practically raising two tireless celestial beast cubs."

Xiaoqi has now become Chenchen and Xixi's most inseparable "chief playmate", "mobile mount" and "fluffy pillow".

As a mythical beast, its energy and intelligence are boundless. It knows how to conceal its claws and teeth, and welcomes its little master's "torture" with its softest belly and fluffiest tail.

They would also dart over like lightning and cushion their fall with their bodies when they were about to stumble and fall.

More often than not, it just lazily lies in the sunniest spot, letting the two little dumplings climb it like a mountain and crawl through it like a tunnel, its golden eyes full of indulgence and joy.

Mythical beasts with mythical beasts complement each other perfectly, saving adults a lot of trouble.

The two little ones are also exceptionally easy to feed.

Every day, Wang Yuling meticulously prepares supplementary food, with the main ingredients being spiritual vegetables and meats produced in the space, supplemented with a trace amount of spiritual spring water, resulting in a delicious taste and abundant spiritual energy.

Chenchen and Xixi are never picky eaters; they'll eat whatever you give them.

When fed meat, Xixi will open her mouth wide and bite the spoon with a "woof", her cheeks puffed out and her eyes squinted with satisfaction.

When fed vegetable puree, Chenchen accepted it all without hesitation, his little mouth moving constantly, and after finishing, he licked his lips as if he wanted more.

Wang Yuling's pure love and appreciation for food often gives her a great sense of accomplishment when cooking.

Today the weather is fine, and it's the Lin family's regular "outing day".

Lin Yan personally led the two little ones, accompanied by Wang Yuling and Lin Gang, to Shichahai, which was not far away.

This has almost become a fixed feature of the Dongxinglong Street alley.

Lin Yan was dressed in comfortable and casual clothes, and had a clean and handsome appearance.

He carried Xixi, who was excitedly pointing the way, in one arm and Chenchen in the other, as they strolled along the lakeside under the weeping willows.

Wang Yuling carried a wicker basket filled with snacks, fruit and warm water, while Lin Gang carried a camera bag and a picnic mat. Xiao Qi wagged its tail and followed at the front, leading the way with great pride.

The moment this group appeared, they would unconsciously attract all eyes to them.

The young women, upon seeing Lin Yan from afar, were initially captivated by his exquisite appearance and outstanding demeanor. However, when their gazes fell upon the two jade dolls in his arms, their expressions shifted to deep regret and sighs.

"Wow, she's so beautiful, how come she got married and had a baby so early... But this baby is so cute!"

The elderly men and women, as well as young wives with children, focused all their attention on Chenchen and Xixi.

The two little ones were wearing deer overalls provided by their own high-end brand. Their fair skin was rosy, and their big eyes were bright and clear, exuding a captivating charm.

They are not shy and often respond to any gaze directed their way with a bright smile.

Xi Xi, in particular, has an incredibly infectious smile.

If she notices someone watching her, she immediately raises her little face, revealing her newly grown baby teeth, her eyes curving into crescents, babbling and waving her little hands, practically radiating "cuteness waves" indiscriminately.

She seemed to have mastered social skills without being taught, and would softly call older people "Grandpa" or "Grandma".

She calls any young person she sees "uncle" or "auntie" in a sweet, gentle voice that melts your heart.

She coaxed a group of adults into stuffing candy and sachima from their pockets into her hands.

But if you try to hug her, she'll turn and run away; she's definitely a "little devil."

Chenchen's interests are quite "single".

He was somewhat reserved about crowds and lively activities, but he had a special fondness for fishing, a still activity.

As soon as he arrived at the lake, his gaze automatically locked onto the figures holding fishing rods and sitting quietly by the water.

He broke free from his father's hand, took his short little steps, and cautiously approached an old man.

It didn't make a sound, but just squatted down, rested its chin on its hands, and stared intently at the float on the water, its long eyelashes casting small fan-like shadows in the sunlight.

As the float bobs up and down, and the angler sets the hook, regardless of whether the fish is big or small, Chenchen immediately enters "supportive king" mode.

He jumped up, clapping his little hands excitedly, his face flushed with excitement, and exclaimed in his sweet, childlike voice, "Grandpa! Fishy! So great!"

That heartfelt, unreserved admiration and joy is more pleasing than any flattery.

Imagine a fisherman standing next to you, a lovely little girl who watches you fish intently and cheers you on sincerely. What fisherman could resist such "spiritual support"?

It's even more effective than the best bait! The angler who was "favored" immediately felt a surge of accomplishment. If he caught a good fish, he would be so proud that he would insist on removing the hook and giving the still-throwing fish to his "little confidant".

Thus, an interesting scene was created on the beach of Shichahai:

Xi Xi was like a social butterfly, circling the room with sweet smiles and affectionate greetings, earning a lot of loving glances and the occasional snack.

Chenchen is like a "lucky mascot" for anglers. Wherever he squats, the bite rate seems to increase, and then they will reap an exciting "gift" - a lively fish.

This caused Lin Gang, who was following behind, a lot of trouble.

He quickly produced straw ropes and plastic bags from who-knows-where and began hanging one, two, three... various kinds of crucian carp, carp, and even occasionally some grass carp of considerable size.

Lin Gang was like a mobile "fish display rack," following Chenchen who was flying all over the place with a mix of laughter and tears, while also having to be careful not to get the fishy smell on his clothes.

Wang Yuling followed a few steps behind Xixi, keeping an eye on the child's safety while watching Lin Gang's awkward situation and the joyful scene of the people by the lake being "harvested" by the two children. She couldn't help but cover her mouth with her hand, her shoulders swaying slightly, her eyes crinkling with laughter.

She would occasionally step forward and politely decline some overly enthusiastic gifts, but she couldn't resist people's sincerity and the children's bright, expectant eyes, and in the end, the "burden" in Lin Gang's hands became more and more considerable.

Lin Yan chose a lawn with a wide view and some shade, spread out his picnic blanket, and watched the lively scene unfold.

The shutter of his Leica camera clicked softly, capturing the moment his daughter made a cute face, his son's focused profile, Xiaoqi's running white figure, and Lin Gang's helpless expression as he held the "fish skewers".

Sunlight filtered through the willow leaves, falling on the children's laughing faces, on the shimmering lake surface, and into his heart.