Ruan Xi didn't know who the Great Elder was, or even that such a person existed. But why did this person suddenly ask to see her? Could it be that someone had discovered He Ziqian's affairs?
Funong Star has always been xenophobic and has never allowed outsiders to land on the planet privately. Moreover, because there is a special barrier outside Funong Star, people who are not aware of the situation have no way of discovering the existence of Funong Star. Funong Star is not even covered by the star network that is now popular throughout the entire interstellar space. This is a planet that is completely independent of the national system. This is a planet that focuses on agriculture. The schools on this planet only focus on basic education. Most people know very little about deeper education.
For example, people like the original owner who don't want to study at all are everywhere on Funong Star. This makes Ruan Xi, who regrets not going to college in his previous life, a little bit amused and helpless.
Even if you want to go for a retro style, you shouldn't ignore education like this, right?
Ruan Xi unknowingly started thinking too much, and when he came to his senses, he had already reached the edge of the forest. Then, he couldn't move forward. He subconsciously looked down and found that he was entangled by the roots of a tree.
"Big Tree, I'll be back soon. Just wait for me at home." Ruan Xi had long regarded the place where the big tree grew as her home. The word "home" sounded so smooth when she said it.
"Don't go..." The big tree's mood was obviously not right. He was afraid and anxious. Not only did the roots wrapped around his waist not loosen, but a few more roots were added, making it difficult for him to breathe.
Ruan Xi couldn't help but notice Da Shu's obvious change in mood. She immediately asked with concern, "What's wrong? It's not my first time home. What are you afraid of?"
As soon as Ruan Xi asked this question, he suddenly realized that this time of returning home was different from any previous time.
The Great Elder! He was going back to see the Great Elder!
"Is it because of the Great Elder? Dashu, what do you feel? Is there... danger? Is it directed at you or me?" The communication between Ruan Xi and Dashu has always been unobstructed. Facing Dashu, Ruan Xi can say everything, is willing to say everything, and does not want to hide anything.
"I don't know... Xiaoxi, don't go back! Don't go to see that man! I think he is very dangerous. Even if... even if he doesn't hurt you now, he may hurt you in the future..." Dashu's words sounded a bit like paranoia, but Ruan Xi understood that Dashu's original intention was just to protect him.
But obviously, he couldn't avoid the Great Elder just because of this potential danger. On the contrary, he wanted to take the initiative to contact the Great Elder.
Ruan Xi felt that there were too many secrets on Funong Star. His living environment seemed peaceful and leisurely, but it gave him a feeling of being surrounded by dangers. This made him, who had experienced the end of the world, always in a state of vigilance. Only when he was next to a big tree could he sleep peacefully.
Perhaps the description of "dangers everywhere" is a bit of an exaggeration, but this feeling is indeed not very pleasant.
"Dashu, I know you are doing this for my own good, but I have to go back. Since this great elder has a secret, I will find a way to dig out the secret from him. The best defense is offense. We can't just guard that little piece of land in the mountains forever!" Ruan Xi said this in a very serious and earnest manner, with a determination that no one could change.
However, after a long silence, the big tree only said "hmm" in confusion.
Ruan Xi: "...What do you mean? Dashu, just say whatever you want to say. Don't keep it in your heart."
"What is one acre and three mu of land? Is it the place where I'm rooted? Then this whole mountain forest is my one acre and three mu of land?" At the end of the words, the big tree's tone became obviously excited, as if he was going to turn around in a circle and remeasure the land in a minute, which made Ruan Xi feel a little amused.
How could he explain this? This entire forest really didn't fit the description of "one acre and three mu of land"... Okay, seriously not, it gave me a headache.
However, with the tree's attention diverted, Ruan Xi still breathed a sigh of relief. He patted the tree's roots wrapped around his waist and said gently, "Be good. Go measure your territory first. I'll be back soon."
"Okay, you have to go quickly and come back soon!" Now, the big tree can't leave this forest at all. To be precise, it cannot leave this forest. Ruan Xi can't figure out what this restriction is, but this thing trapped the big tree, which made him very unhappy.
Sooner or later, this restriction will be broken, allowing the tree to gain true freedom.
By the way, the information says that the Tree of Life can transform into a human form. Is that true?
Putting aside the question of the Great Elder for the time being, Ruan Xi's mind was filled with new questions, and he returned to the Ruan family with his mind full of thoughts.
The housekeeper was waiting at the gate. Seeing him come back, he immediately came forward with a smile and said, "Master Xi, you are back. The elder and his wife are waiting for you in the study."
In the entire Ruan family, the old lady's study is the most confidential. Obviously, this is a non-public conversation, and other people in the Ruan family are not even qualified to listen.
When Ruan Xi entered the hall, he saw that except for the old lady, everyone else in the Ruan family was there. They all looked nervous and confused. They couldn't understand why the great elder came so suddenly and specifically asked to see Ruan Xi.
"Why do you only see Ruan Xi..." Ruan Jun's mouth was still as rude as ever, but after being taught a lesson by Ruan Xi, he had almost become a coward. In addition, Miao Shulan and Ruan Mingxuan were now full of apologies to Ruan Xi, so it was naturally even more impossible for them to let their younger son confront their elder son. Before Ruan Xi could even give him a glance, Ruan Jun was pulled aside by his parents to be educated.
This saves a lot of trouble.
Ruan Xi went upstairs directly. When he reached the door of the study, he found that the housekeeper had not followed him. He stopped at the stairs and saw him looking over. He gave him an encouraging smile and said, "Go ahead. Madam is in there too."
The housekeeper probably thought that Ruan Xi was a little scared, so like an elder who cares for the younger generation, he smiled with a kind look on his serious face.
Ruan Xi: "..." Regardless of whether he was scared or not, he accepted the comfort without hesitation.
Ruan Xi has always cherished true kindness.
Ruan Xi turned to face the study door. Without trying to calm himself down or take a deep breath, he simply raised his hand and knocked on the door. He waited for someone to call him in before he opened the door and went in, then closed the door behind him.
"Grand Elder, Grandmother." Ruan Xi greeted politely and then walked forward. He did not take the initiative to find a place to sit down, but just calmly accepted the Grand Elder's scrutiny.
After a long time, the Great Elder finally nodded, and the corners of his lips seemed to curl up slightly, but it was really hard to see clearly.
"Yes, he's a good boy."
Ruan Xi felt embarrassed when hearing this familiar sentence. He didn't know how to respond, so he simply remained silent.
The Great Elder had come to see him on his own initiative, so naturally he had something to say. He just had to wait and listen. As for the outcome after listening, that was another matter.
"Ruan Xi, I'm going to get straight to the point today. Our Funong Planet is an extremely special planet. I believe you've already sensed this. If I ask you to shoulder the burden of saving this planet, would you be willing?"
Ruan Xi: “…”
And then? There's nothing else! Is this your way of getting straight to the point? You want me to agree to your request, but you don't even give me a reason?
hehe.
Ruan Xi was not very angry, he just thought it was a little ridiculous. There are indeed many self-righteous people everywhere.
Why does the Great Elder think that Ruan Xi will unconditionally agree to any request?
"What's the reason? What's so special about our planet? Great Elder, don't you think that you should lay everything out and explain everything to me before making any requests? Why do you think that I should agree to your request and become the savior of this planet when I know nothing about it? As of now, I'm afraid I don't even have the ability to save myself, don't you think?" Ruan Xi has always been soft-hearted. He will treat whoever treats him well better. On the contrary, he will repay whoever treats him badly double.
This great elder obviously wants to continue to keep the secret of Funong Star, but also wants someone to shoulder the burden of saving the planet. Ha, how can such a good thing happen!
Ruan Xi's words were so outrageous that not only the old lady but even Ruan Xi himself felt that they were extremely disrespectful. After all, the identity of this great elder was very special. On Funong Star, he was an existence that should not be contradicted at any time or in any place.
However, today, the Great Elder miscalculated. What he thought was a sure thing turned out to be an easy failure. This puzzled the Great Elder, and even the old lady was puzzled. However, her love for her grandson overwhelmed other emotions and she did not show it.
"This is the responsibility and obligation that every Funong Star person should bear, and you are no exception. It is a mistake for you to say such things." The Great Elder's teachings were old-fashioned and stiff. It was obvious that he had long been accustomed to this condescending attitude.
"So, why only me? There are so many people on Funong Star, and everyone has the same rights and obligations. I can't bear the heavy responsibility of saving the planet alone..."
This great elder, in order to restore Agricultural Star, even forced his own kind to fight each other. Would he be even more rude to the Tree of Life? Thinking of the long-dead Tree of Life, Ruan Xi couldn't help but feel a surge of anger in his heart.
Why should other creatures have to give way to humans?
It is obvious that all causes and effects are caused by humans themselves, but other creatures are asked to bear the consequences instead of humans. This is ridiculous!
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