Seeing the child's actions, Xitong fell silent for a long time. This kid was truly bold; it made one want to scratch the walls in exasperation.
However, as the drop of blood continuously soaked in, the Blue and White Jade Pendant, which had originally been black and white like an ink painting, gradually changed color. Then, a flash of pale green light burst forth, directly enveloping the child. At first, it was just a faint glimmer, but the light grew brighter and brighter until it finally formed a pillar of pale green light that shot straight up into the night sky.
The blinding radiance caused Shuqi to instinctively raise her hand to shield her eyes. Fortunately, Xitong had been thoroughly prepared; the moment Shuqi pressed her hand against the jade pendant, Xitong had already cast a barrier around the entire thatched cottage.
Chapter 16