Guarding the River of Time

Chapter 451 - 441: Whose Daughter Is She?

"Brother Su, sorry to keep you waiting."

Du Ziren pushed the door open, quickly walking to Su Mu’s side with a smile.

In the next second, the sound of light footsteps echoed behind, as a woman in a brocade robe gracefully entered the room.

At the sight of this woman, Su Mu was taken aback.

Isn’t she the stall owner who sold me the hairpin last time?

"Elder Su, we meet again." Shen Yu said with a smile, though her tone revealed no emotion.

"My name is Shen Yu." Shen Yu introduced herself.

"Miss Yu doesn’t seem like an ordinary stall owner." Su Mu said with a smile.

This was Du Ziren’s residence; anyone Du Ziren personally brought to meet him must have an extraordinary status, likely similar to Du Ziren’s own.

"Why wouldn’t it count? Setting up a stall is just a hobby of mine."

Shen Yu replied.

Noticing the atmosphere was a bit off, Du Ziren quickly intervened, shifting the topic: "Brother Su, Shen Yu happens to have a residence that is perfect for you."

"Follow me." Shen Yu turned and walked outside the residence.

"Nannan, it’s time to go." Su Mu called towards a side room.

"Coming!"

The side room door was pushed open, and Nannan came running out.

Hearing this, Shen Yu turned, and the moment her gaze landed on Nannan, she froze.

For some reason, she had a momentary impression that this little girl resembled someone, Shen Cha?!

"Who is she?" Shen Yu turned to Su Mu and asked, her tone carrying a hint of emotional fluctuation.

"My daughter." Su Mu answered.

"My name is Nannan." Nannan ran to Su Mu’s side, holding his hand, and said to Shen Yu with a smile.

"Nannan...." Shen Yu’s gaze lingered on Nannan, examining her.

.....

"Big sister, you’re so beautiful." Nannan smiled, showing her two small dimples.

"My name is Shen Yu."

"Hello, Sister Yu." Nannan said with a smile.

Upon hearing Nannan’s words, Shen Yu snapped back to reality and said with a smile, "Nannan, you can call me Auntie."

Shen Yu felt an inexplicable fondness for Nannan, liking her from the very first glance, a genuine affection from the heart.

"Let’s go."

Shen Yu led Su Mu and the others towards the east side of the Ancient City.

The further east they went, the fewer the buildings, and the fewer pedestrians there were on the road.

Finally, they stopped in front of a small lake.

Shen Yu took out a "Boundary Mark," and in the next second, a wooden plank path floated on the lake.

They walked along the wooden plank for several hundred meters until they saw a small island in the center of the lake.

On the island stood a three-story ancient building, made of an unknown bamboo or wood. From a distance, the flickering lights resembled a pavilion’s lamplight, giving off an extremely serene vibe.

Once on the island, standing in front of the ancient building, Shen Yu turned and introduced, "This place is called Divine Spring Palace."

"You need a Boundary Mark to get here; otherwise, no one can cross the lake, and strangers cannot access this place."

These words were specifically said for Su Mu, as she knew Elder Su valued tranquility and safety.

Divine Spring Palace perfectly matched these criteria.

Without a "Boundary Mark," even Du Ziren couldn’t approach Divine Spring Palace, highlighting its high security level.

"Choose any treasures you’re interested in."

With that, Su Mu took out a Space Ring from his sleeve and handed it to Shen Yu.

He could tell this Divine Spring Palace was not ordinary, so he planned to exchange treasures for it; he did not want to owe anyone a favor.

"No need, this Divine Spring Palace was also gifted by the Empress; I have no right to sell it." Shen Yu waved her hand.

"Come inside, I’ll show you around."

Shen Yu led Su Mu and Nannan into Divine Spring Palace.

Upon entering, a loquat tree immediately came into view within the courtyard. However, this loquat tree bore no loquat fruit; instead, it was adorned with red, lantern-like fruits, exuding a faint fragrance.

"This tree is called the Spring Red Tree, and the fruits on it are edible, possessing very potent healing effects."

Seeing Su Mu examining the Spring Red Tree, Shen Yu explained.

Nannan gazed at the red fruits, her eyes fixed on them.

Seeing this, Shen Yu waved her hand, selecting the most plump fruit, and handed it to Nannan with a smile: "Go ahead, it’s tasty."

Nannan received the fruit with excitement: "Thank you, Aunt Yu!"

But she didn’t eat it right away; instead, she offered it to Su Mu: "Daddy, you eat first."

"You go ahead." Su Mu’s Divine Sense scanned the red fruit thoroughly, confirming it was safe.

"From now on, this place is yours, you can eat as much as you want." Shen Yu gently said.

"It’s delicious!" Nannan took a small bite, her eyes sparkling.

It was her first time tasting such a flavor, and she was utterly delighted.

...

"There are three floors in total, I suggest you stay on the third floor."

"From the rooftop, you can see the city’s lights; it’s tranquil yet lively."

Shen Yu explained as she walked.

Su Mu also inspected the place inside and out, feeling very satisfied as it met all his requirements.

"Do you like it?" Su Mu playfully tousled Nannan’s hair and asked with a smile.

"If Daddy likes it, then Nannan likes it." Nannan said with a smile, holding Su Mu’s hand.

....

"Daddy, are we moving here?" Nannan looked up and asked.

At these words, Du Ziren and Shen Yu perked up their ears, feeling a bit tense.

If Elder Su moved, no longer guarding the River of Time, it would greatly alter the dynamics of the All Heavens and Myriad Realms. Such a seemingly simple question could trigger countless occurrences.

"No, we’re not moving, but we can come here to play occasionally."

Su Mu replied with a smile.

For now, he only wanted to quickly refine the river; only when he could leave would Su Mu actually move, and that would be the true relocation.

"This is the Boundary Mark, the only one."

"Only with the Boundary Mark can you come here."

Shen Yu handed the Boundary Mark to Su Mu.

"If there’s anything you need in the future, feel free to ask me, as long as I can help." Su Mu said to Shen Yu.

At these words, even Du Ziren was taken aback.

A promise from Elder Su was worth more than countless Supreme Treasures.

"Nannan, come with me."

With that, Nannan followed Shen Yu upstairs.

Standing on the rooftop, Shen Yu pointed at the Ancient City opposite them and asked with a smile, "Nannan, how old are you this year?"

"I’m almost nine." Nannan replied.

"Nine...." Shen Yu murmured softly, deep in thought.

"Aunt Yu, what’s wrong?" Nannan noticed Shen Yu spacing out and waved her hand.