Comprehension Ability: I Forge a Villainous Longevity Family

"What a selfish and vicious Yuu Clan."

Chen Zhixing squinted his eyes slightly, a hint of coldness flashing in them.

His situation was somewhat similar to Little One's. At birth, both had a uniquely gifted cousin above them.

But he was far luckier than Little One.

Because though Chen Tianxiong was many things, he never had the intention to kill him!

Mostly, it was merely a youthful dispute between Chen Zhaosheng and Chen Zhixing.

And, inversely, it was he who almost killed Chen Zhaosheng with a heavy hand back then!

"A strip of cloth can still be patched; a measure of grain can still be pounded! Two brothers, yet incompatible!!"

"That Yuu Clan and that little beast stole a bone from my grandson. Someday, I will cripple her son's hundred bones!"

Fifth Master Shi Qizhong clenched his fists tightly, eyes filled with sorrow, releasing a mournful roar.

Ji Bu, on the other hand, appeared somewhat disheartened and said:

"Shi Li was born with Nine Patterns, a pair of Ancient Pattern Holy Eyes, backed by the Yuu Family and Profound Celestial Sacred Lands, and shielded by the Stone Race. Now that Shi Li has seized Little One's Longevity Bone, he will advance even further, his status esteemed with a promising future. I'm afraid there's nothing we can do against him in the future..."

By the end, Ji Bu's tone had become exceedingly low.

Shi Qizhong also remained silent, fists clenched, eyes bloodshot.

Without guessing, he understood that with Shi Li possessing the Longevity Bone, he would inevitably rise further, possibly becoming another Chen Zhixing, reigning over the world, overlooking the beings!

Only Little One, whose Longevity Bone was excavated, even surviving was a great blessing, but the prospects were destined to be bleak...

"Uncle Ji, Grandpa Wu, I'm fine..."

Little One woke up at some point, weakly reaching out to gently wipe Shi Qizhong's eyes.

Even now, his face bore no trace of hatred, only uncontrollable tears flowing down.

He couldn't understand what wrong he had done, why his beloved aunt treated him this way.

It was merely a Longevity Bone. If his aunt and brother wanted it, he would gladly give it to them; why go to such extremes?

"Truly a kind-hearted child."

Chen Zhixing reached out to stroke Little One's small head, smiling slightly, said: "Don't you hate them? Shi Li got your Longevity Bone, borrowing it to stand above the world in full glory, reaching longevity! Yet you're doomed never to have any connection with cultivation, only to become a waste."

Little One looked up at Chen Zhixing, his round black and white eyes devoid of hatred, only filled with determination.

With a serious expression, he said softly: "Big Brother, it's just a bone; longevity isn't decided by a bone but by oneself, one step after another!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Zhixing was stunned; then, seemingly having thought of something, he couldn't help but laugh.

"What a phrase, 'longevity isn't decided by a bone but by oneself, one step after another'!"

Chen Zhixing was full of admiration and comfort.

At this moment, he had made a decision.

This Little One Shi Huang, he was determined to protect him!

What Celestial Chosen Protagonist or not, what future enemy or not!

As Little One said, every path is created by oneself!

My future lies within me, not in celestial mandate!

Only by possessing the indomitable great spirit, 'I say my destiny is with me, then destiny is with me,' can one become truly invincible!

In this moment, an invisible shackle that had existed within Chen Zhixing seemed to collapse dramatically!

"Since that's the case, let me tell you a secret." Chen Zhixing looked at Little One.

Little One also widened his bright eyes, curiously looking at Chen Zhixing, saying: "Big Brother, what secret?"

Chen Zhixing blinked and smiled: "Have you ever seen plants wither and then flourish?"

"Hmm??"

At these words, Little One showed confusion, while Ji Bu and Fifth Master paused.

"Patriarch Chen, do you mean... could it be that Little One's future Longevity Bone might grow back?"

Ji Bu and Shi Qizhong couldn't help but reveal a hint of joy.

"The Great Tao numbers fifty, Heaven evolves forty-nine, the one missing is a glimmer of life. There are never absolutes in the world, and Heaven never cuts off all paths." Chen Zhixing smiled, not giving a definite answer.

"Heaven never cuts off all paths..."

Ji Bu and Shi Qizhong exchanged a look, faces revealing contemplative expressions.

Little One clenched his little fist, his round eyes sparkling, filled with hope and expectation.

Though he was simple and magnanimous, not believing a Longevity Bone would determine his life, the thought of losing a natural bone in a cruel way left him feeling very lost.

Now it was as if a ray of light had shone into his heart, brightening it considerably, arousing a greater fighting spirit!

"Big Brother, what should I do?" Little One's face was still pale, but his voice was no longer so weak.

"It's simple, become strong!"

Chen Zhixing replied without hesitation: "All troubles and obstacles in the world stem from you not being strong enough! Only if you're strong enough, will all hindrances and disasters be nothing more than illusions, easily dispelled with a mere gesture!"

"I... can I really become strong?" Little One's eyes grew brighter.

"Of course you can."

Chen Zhixing's expression remained calm, but his voice was more assured than ever:

"Do you know that chives, when first planted, are yellow and weak, but after being cut repeatedly, they grow greener and stronger? Or like a silkworm, confined within its cocoon, it would suffocate and perish, but if it breaks free, it transforms into a butterfly, vibrant and beautiful; this is a Nirvana, transcending the past!"

"Everything in this world always intertwines fortune and misfortune, there are no absolutes!"

"Transform into a butterfly, transcend the past..." Little One murmured this phrase repeatedly, a spark igniting deep in his innocent heart, starting to burn fiercely!

Become strong!

At this moment, Little One never desired to become strong as fervently as now!

"Big Brother, can you tell me how to become strong?" Little One instinctively looked at Chen Zhixing.

"Do you trust me?" Chen Zhixing asked in return.

"Yes!"

Little One looked at Chen Zhixing, not knowing why, but he just felt he could trust this handsome and attractive Big Brother.

Next moment.

Little One, seemingly thinking of something, his bright eyes flashed a mischievous and lively look, surprisingly used the etiquette he had seen Shi Li perform in the Stone Race, raised his hands, bowed deeply and said softly:

"Disciple Little One Shi Huang, greets Master!"

Chen Zhixing was initially stunned, then slowly squinted his eyes, a subtle smile playing at the corners of his lips.

Afterwards, this smile grew bigger and bigger!

"Hahaha, good disciple!" Finally, Chen Zhixing laughed heartily, embracing Little One closely.

Time passed slowly.

After revering his master, Little One let go of his defenses completely and started talking unrestrictedly with Chen Zhixing.

For instance, Master, Master, there is a girl named Amann in the Stone Race. I often throw snowballs with her during winters. When winter comes, will you take me to throw snowballs?

For instance, Master, Master, my parents have been gone for a long time. I miss them dearly.

Mostly, it was trivial matters about family and life. Chen Zhixing didn't interrupt; he just listened quietly, letting him narrate.

As he spoke, the already weak Little One gradually fell asleep in Chen Zhixing's arms.

Seeing this, Shi Qizhong and Ji Bu exchanged glances, noticing each other's smiles.

They hadn't expected that the newly appointed Master of the Ziwei Star, Chen Zhixing, would rekindle Little One's fighting spirit with just a few words.

"Patriarch Chen, it would be Little One's fortune to have you as his master, but the Yuu Clan likely won't let this rest easily. Won't this cause trouble for the Chen Family..."

Ji Bu thought of the Yuu Clan, and couldn't help feeling worried.

Hearing this, Chen Zhixing's long and narrow eyes slowly narrowed.

He first looked down at Little One sleeping soundly and peacefully in his arms, then raised his head to gaze at the boundless night sky outside the hall, a cold, profound light flashing in his eyes.

"Rest assured, in this world, no one can bully my disciple, Chen Zhixing's disciple!"