Sibling

'Xia Clan? Qingyue & Yuanba, aren't they are characters from Against the Gods? But why can I be here? Did I transmigrate to their universe? More importantly, I didn't read it that much & my memories didn't help me either.' Feeling confused, Ren closed his eyes & fell in his thought.

'Interesting, no matter what this time I will live my life fully. I don't want to become a coward & have a dull & boring life again. Especially in a world where nearly everything decided by strength alone. Because why not? Who doesn't want to gain powers & looks cool? That's the reason I like anime, manga & novel because it's cool & interesting.' The more he thinks about it, the more excited he felt. This is the first time he feels like this.

'So what if I can be killed? Isn't I already died once? The gains totally outweigh the risk!!' After opening his eyes, he can feel his doubt, fear, uncertainty, & the other negative feelings are swept away replaced by determination & anticipation. Like there's nothing that can shake his motivation. Unknowingly, his aura changed. His mind becomes clearer & broader, his heart becomes firmer & his thought bolder.

'This guy? What happened? Why he suddenly feels different?' Xia Qingyue feeling something strange, but can't pinpoint it.

"Hi Big Brother, my name is Yuanba, how should I call you?" a little boy with dark skin asking Ren curiously. His black hair is cut short paired with black eyes.

"Ohh.. little brother Yuanba, my name is Ren, you can just call me Big Brother Ren," Ren answered with a smile.

"He is my little brother, not yours," Qingyue said while frowning. She has black long straight hair, jade-like skin & a pair of tranquil blue eyes that as clear as crystal. Ren was stunned for a while because of how high her beauty level even as a kid. He doesn't know at what level her beauty is once she starts growing up. The first thing on his mind the first time he sees her is a character from anime. The chibi version of Akame from Akame ga Kill. But instead of red, her eye color is blue.

"Cough.. how cold you are. Little Brother, your Big Sister is scary." Ren answered amusingly.

"How can!? Big Sis is gentle & kind. She is always playing with me & never angry. Big Brother, don't lie to me." Little Yuanba replied immediately while pouting.

'How enviable, looks like they're really close.'

"Hei little girl. Isn't it the time to introduce yourself?"

"Don't call me a little girl! I have a name, Xia Qingyue."

"A good name. Little sister, your expression is so cold, don't put such a flat & gloomy face. That didn't suit a cute girl like you. Look at Yuanba, he is so cute & expressive."

"Ehehehe." Yuanba smiled bashfully.

"Who is your little sister!?" Qingyue replied while feeling embarrassed, she chooses to distance herself & sit far away.

"Big Brother Ren, I hear that you saved dad yesterday, can you tell me?" Yuanba asked excitedly, while his eyes shining brightly.

"No, you're wrong Yuanba, it's the opposite. It's me that saved by your father, but I will tell you my stories," Ren started telling his stories, from losing his way in the wood, chased by a pack of wolves, charging straight to battle, nearly killed several times, & saved multiple times by the guards.

Yuanba hearing all of that shocked in awe. He can only gasp in admiration, how can someone who at the same age as his sister be that brave? If he was the one who in that situation, he would already loudly & running to his sister asking for help. Unknowingly Ren already became an idol in Yuanba's mind. He vowed to make Ren as his role model.

"Big brother, I still want to hear your another story, do you have right? Tell me! Tell me!" Yuanba asked excitedly.

"I'm sorry little brother. That's the only thing from my story. Because I lost some of my memories back then. Rather, I need someone to help to answer my questions later."

"Are you alright Big Brother Ren? How about your family?" Yuanba asked worriedly.

"Haha... It's alright Yuanba, don't worry. Even though I don't remember clearly, but I know that I didn't have any family in this world. But thank you for your concern." Ren patting Yuanba's head gently.

"That's right Big Brother, I will help you. You can ask anything to me. But, I'm not that smart so, If I don't know I will ask my sister for help."

"Yuanba! I didn't say that will help him." Qingyue voiced her disagreement.

"Big sis, how can?! Big Sis, please!!!" Yuanba asked pleadingly.

"This… Haahhh, okay okay don't cry. I will help." Qingyue can only agree resignedly.

''Really!? Yay, thank you Big Sister. You are the best!"

"Well? Sigh... Thank you Yuanba, Qingyue."

"I'm doing it only because of Yuanba."

"Hahaha, I know. Oh right, I still remember some interesting stories, do you two want to hear?"

"Really? I want! Tell me, Big brother!"

"Hahaha... Okay okay. Hmm… let's start with the story of 'The Three Little Pigs'."

After that Ren told some stories that he knows to the Xia siblings. From 'Little Red Riding Hood', 'The Ant & the Grasshopper', 'Hansel & Gretel', 'The Little Mermaid', & 'The Wizard of Oz'. Little Yuanba can't stop changing his expression every moment. From nervous, scared, laughing to suddenly crying. Even Qingyue can't help to be fascinated & asking Ren to tell them the same stories repeatedly.

Maybe because this is the first time for them to hear something like this, or because entertainment in this world rather lacking. But this would be an unforgettable experience for them. Until Ren feel his mouth ran dry & the siblings unknowingly already fallen asleep next to him. Suddenly the door opened & some people entered. Xia Hongyi appeared with some maids.

"Bring Qingyue & Yuanba to their room. Careful, don't wake them up."

"""Yes Master."""

After that, all of them exited, except Xia Hongyi.

"Uncle Xia, do you need something?"

"Haha little Ren, it's nothing. I just wondered, where my children run off to. Because I didn't see them in their room & even forget their dinner."

"I'm sorry that I wasn't aware. I will be careful next time."

"No no, no problem at all. Rather I was grateful. This is the first time they are acting freely with someone at the same age as them. I know that they are actually feeling lonely. They are always together because they don't have any friends. Qingyue always trying to act mature & Yuanba is to shy without her. Inviting the other children to play or sending them to go out together isn't helping too much either. But today, I feel relieved, thank you."

"Uncle, please don't give me too much credit. I didn't even do that much. Yuanba & Qingyue are bright children, they would surely shine on their own in the future. Please have more faith in them."

"Hahaha.. you are right. Sorry for making you listen to this old man rant." Xia Hongyi laughing heartfully.

"Hehe... no problem at all. If it only this, I can hear it anytime."

"Hahaha once again thank you little Ren. It's already late, you should rest. If you need anything, just tell the maids. Well then, goodnight.

After being left alone, Ren quickly drifted asleep.