Animation?

Simu's speed was astonishing! Were it not for Gu Lan's preparedness, there was a real possibility that the little one might have succeeded in seizing the prize.

"Father—Spirit Fruit—" Unable to snatch it by force, Simu once again displayed a pitiful expression, quick to change tactics. Such talent was extraordinary!

Gu Lan's lips curved slightly upwards as she ceased the mental tug-of-war with Simu, handing over the Spirit Fruit.

Simultaneously, she activated the shadow-carving stone in her hand.

"Hulu Brothers, Hulu Brothers, seven flowers on a vine!"

"Unafraid of wind and rain, la la la la..."

"Ding dang dong dong, Hulu Brothers..."

Just as Simu was about to grab the Spirit Fruit and bring it to her lips, she heard a strange melody...

Then, she saw a projection emanating from her father's shadow-carving stone. In the projection were seven peculiar figures, some capable of size-shifting, others of spewing water or fire...