Chapter 285: Chapter 97 Departure_3
The day before, Du Xixi told Old Hei, Old Bai, and the many viewers in her live stream about being absent for a few days. That evening, Du Xixi ended her relatively short live stream and, together with Ke Lian, took the two children and boarded the spaceship to leave CD-0329 Star.
Accompanying them was not 2569, but Ke Xing.
The two children were reliant on Du Xixi’s breastfeeding, so taking them to the party was quite normal. Besides, Chen Yin missed the two children and specially noted in the invitation—hoping Yiyi and Er Er could attend.
Although Ke Xing had long since retired, he still had some influence in the Military Department, and there were quite a few people who remembered him. Chen Yin, being a considerate person, sent an invitation addressed to Ke Xing as well.
Being a robot caretaker, 2569 naturally couldn’t accompany them to the party. If left alone at the villa, there’d be nothing much for 2569 to do, so Du Xixi arranged for 2569 to stay at Old Hei and Old Bai’s place to help teach them.
Although 2569 is just a robot with limited cooking skills, after multiple rounds of "training" by Du Xixi, 2569 could already serve as a temporary substitute teacher.
Du Xixi wasn’t expecting 2569 to turn Old Hei and Old Bai into top chefs, but at least keep the Iron-eating Beasts busy these days so they wouldn’t lose their touch and would need to practice from scratch.
To this, Old Hei and Old Bai, originally having a few days off, had no complaints. They even warmly welcomed 2569 and assured Du Xixi that they’d diligently learn cooking skills from 2569.
Du Xixi knew Old Hei and Old Bai’s personalities well. She understood their eagerness to learn cooking skills, otherwise, she wouldn’t have sent 2569 over.
When Du Xixi and the others returned to the Blue Star Empire aboard the spaceship, Rob, arranged by Chen Yin, personally came to greet them. Rob bowed to Du Xixi and Ke Lian, then stood beside Ke Xing, showing great curiosity towards the two little boys.
The two children were held by Ke Xing throughout the journey. Grandpa’s overwhelming love didn’t allow Du Xixi and Ke Lian to take over, despite their concerns about tiring him.
"The little masters have grown quite a bit!" The last time Rob had seen Yiyi and Er Er in person was during a visit to the military hospital with Chen Yin. Back then, Yiyi and Er Er were tiny and carefree, with Yiyi even sucking his own fingers constantly.
"Of course! These two little guys sure love to eat and drink!" Ke Xing juggled the two children a bit, amused by the noticeable weight of his grandsons.
An unreserved laugh might be considered bizarre and laughed at, but Ke Xing’s smile was full of warmth and affection. Passersby glanced over a few times but didn’t focus attention on the intentionally concealed Du Xixi and Ke Lian, instead finding Ke Xing interesting and the two little children he held very cute.
"Let’s head to the Imperial Palace first. The party will start in three hours, and we need to return to the Palace to get dressed," Rob said seriously, only speaking after confirming the passerby were out of hearing range.
The party today aimed to gather various forces together. Chen Yin was even set to announce something significant, leaving what might happen after some hints were dropped earlier a mystery.
Recalling His Majesty Chen Yin’s instructions before leaving the palace, Rob’s expression grew more serious as he transformed into a hovercar form.
No matter how many times she had seen it or sat through it, Du Xixi still found it amazing—a mecha that could turn humanoid, look just like a human, and also transform into a vehicle, becoming a safe and fast means of transportation.
Du Xixi: The power of technology is truly remarkable!
"Miss! Sir! Please board quickly!" The hovercar’s door moved slightly as two flamboyant headlights turned on. Since there weren’t many people around, Rob’s flashy side hadn’t drawn much attention, otherwise, someone might’ve caught such a shocking display.
Du Xixi, supported by Ke Lian, got into the car, with the two children placed in safety seats, and Ke Xing could only sit in the passenger seat, occasionally turning to check on his grandsons.
"Ah! Ah! Ah ah!" Yiyi was as mischievous and playful as ever. He used his voice to draw Du Xixi and Ke Lian’s attention, but as they turned to look, he closed his eyes and turned away, letting out another "ah."
Du Xixi and Ke Lian: ... What’s that supposed to mean? Disliked by his parents?
Compared to Yiyi, Er Er was very well-behaved. He quietly lay in the safety seat, shifting here and there, without needing Du Xixi and Ke Lian’s help, already finding the most comfortable position for himself.
"Ah!" Er Er followed Yiyi with a shout, watching a big drop of drool run from Yiyi’s mouth. He was confused for a moment but knowingly wiped his own clean mouth.