Qin Yi slightly smiled and said, "Actually, this matter isn’t difficult to resolve."

Jing Wuyan looked hopeful, "Brother Qin, do you have a way?"

"Just drop that ’if’. Aren’t those old folks from Netherworld Hall just dissatisfied with Miss Xiaoxi’s background? You directly ask Old Xiao Jian to formally acknowledge Miss Xiaoxi as his goddaughter; Old Xiao Jian holds quite a high position in Netherworld Hall, doesn’t he? If his goddaughter marries you, it’ll be seen as a match of equals, and that’ll solve the problem."

Jing Wuyan’s eyes gleamed as he slapped his forehead in surprise, "Right, why didn’t I think of that? Brother Qin, you’re so clever; I’m such a fool. I’ll go back and plead with Uncle Jian to take Xiaoxi in as his goddaughter."

Jing Wuyan was all smiles; this issue had troubled him for so long, but unexpectedly, Qin Yi solved it with just a word.

"Brother Qin, when Xiaoxi and I have kids, we must honor you by recognizing you as the godfather."

Qin Yi laughed, "You’d better marry Miss Xiaoxi first."

"I’ll go back and start preparing right away, and try to get the wedding done before you leave, Brother Qin. You have to drink at my wedding before you go."

Qin Yi was about to speak when suddenly his gaze sharpened, looking in a direction.

"Brother Qin, what’s wrong?"

Qin Yi said, "The Elf Clan has appeared."

With his Divine Thought covering the area, nothing within a kilometer could escape Qin Yi’s senses.

Qin Yi clearly saw a dozen elves, dressed in golden armor and holding big bows, standing on century-old trees just a hundred meters away, watching them.

Each of these individuals looked exceptionally handsome.

The rumor that elves are stunningly beautiful is not an exaggeration.

These elves were merely observing and did not approach.

Qin Yi suddenly understood that because Hua Nian and Little Leaf were present, these elves were uncertain of their identities.

"Friends from the Elf Clan, please come out to meet us; we are friends, not foes."

Qin Yi could clearly see that those elves appeared slightly surprised, likely puzzled as to how he could see them in the thick fog.

Qin Yi waved at them with a smile, causing the elves to appear even more astonished.

"It’s Brother Jin Wen," Little Leaf said happily, waving her small hand.

This dense forest fog had little effect on the Elf Clan; both Little Leaf and Hua Nian could see those elves.

The leading elf waved his hand, and all the elves behind him spread their wings and flew toward Qin Yi.

"Brother Jin Wen," Little Leaf waved her small hand.

The leading elf turned out to be Brother Jin Wen, whom Little Leaf mentioned; he looked at Qin Yi and the others with vigilance.

Qin Yi laughed, "Don’t misunderstand; we are not bad people."

"Hua Nian, Little Leaf, come over," Jin Wen said with a neutral expression.

Hua Nian gestured for Little Leaf to follow him toward Jin Wen; Qin Yi did not obstruct them.

"You two are too reckless, sneaking out like this; don’t you know everyone at home is worried sick?" Jin Wen frowned and reprimanded.

Hua Nian hung her head in shame, "Brother Jin Wen, I’m sorry."

Jin Wen sighed helplessly, "Never mind, as long as you’re safely back. When you return, behave well, or you’ll get a severe scolding."

Little Leaf asked timidly, "Brother Jin Wen, is Granny Hua very angry?"

"What do you think?" Jin Wen said irritably, "Just wait until Granny Hua spanks your little behind." 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

To everyone’s surprise, Little Leaf promptly turned and flew toward Qin Yi, diving into his arms, "Big Brother, take me away. I don’t want Granny Hua to spank me; it hurts a lot."

Qin Yi pinched her little cheek, "Don’t worry, with Big Brother here, nobody will dare to spank you."

"Really?"

"Of course, when has Big Brother ever lied to you?"

Jin Wen looked at Hua Nian, "Who are these people? Why are you with humans?"

Hua Nian explained the events of the past few days to Jin Wen.

"Brother Jin Wen, they are all good people. If it weren’t for Brother Qin, I would have been captured by the bad guys long ago."

Jin Wen scrutinized Qin Yi and silently praised his handsome appearance, even more striking than the elves themselves.

"On behalf of the Elf Clan, I thank Lord Qin for saving Hua Nian and Little Leaf," Jin Wen slightly bowed in salute.

Qin Yi shook his head, "No need for thanks; I have a bond with Little Leaf. Besides, Little Leaf saved me too, so it’s only right that I save them."

Jin Wen took out a Jade Bottle from his arms and handed it over with both hands, "This is Elf Spring Water, it’s very beneficial for Cultivation, a unique item of the Elf Clan. Consider it a token of gratitude for saving Hua Nian and Little Leaf."

"Everyone, the forest is filled with fog, making it very easy to get lost; I will arrange for someone to escort you out."

Having said that, Jin Wen looked at Little Leaf and extended his hand, "Little Leaf, come here, Brother Jin Wen will take you home."

Anyone could tell that Jin Wen was issuing a polite request to leave. Qin Yi could see that Jin Wen was filled with caution towards them.

However, someone in the Elf Clan intended to harm Hua Nian and Little Leaf, so he needed to go to the Elf Clan to resolve these issues and ensure their safety.

Little Leaf clung to Qin Yi’s neck and refused to let go, "No, going back with Brother Jin Wen means Granny Hua will spank me. I want to stay with Big Brother."

Jin Wen felt helpless and laughed, "But Big Brother needs to go home. Be good, listen, I’ll plead with Granny Hua for leniency when we return."

"No, staying with Big Brother means Granny Hua won’t dare to spank me," Little Leaf clung tightly to Qin Yi’s neck.

Qin Yi looked at Jin Wen, "Can we visit the Elf Clan?"

Jin Wen paused and then said, "Lord Qin, I apologize sincerely; our Elf Clan never opens itself to outsiders. Please understand."

"Hmph, big deal. Even if you invite us, we wouldn’t care to go," Yun Mengyao said dismissively.

Jin Wen remained calm and did not argue with Yun Mengyao.

Qin Yi thought for a moment and said, "But I have a very important matter; could I meet your Clan Leader?"

"Lord Qin, please don’t put me in a difficult position."

Yun Mengyao frowned, "Qin Yi, what’s wrong? They’re clearly not welcoming us; why insist on going? If you really want to go, just fight your way in; why beg him?"

Qin Yi glanced at her, knowing Yun Mengyao’s dissatisfaction stemmed from Jin Wen’s attitude toward him. However, he didn’t want any conflict with the Elf Clan; he just wanted to help Hua Nian and Little Leaf solve their problems.

Qin Yi looked at Jin Wen, "I really have a very important issue; could you let me meet your Clan Leader?"

Jin Wen firmly said, "I apologize, but no human has ever entered the Elf Clan. You can tell me what it is, and I will relay it to the Clan Leader."

Qin Yi said, "This matter can only be discussed face-to-face with your Clan Leader."

Who knows if Jin Wen is part of the Great Elder’s faction?

"Brother Jin Wen, Brother Qin and the others are the saviors of Little Leaf and me. Brother Qin wouldn’t lie; he definitely has a very important matter. Please, let them come with us," Hua Nian said.