The arrival of the entire family turned Dawn Manor from a hushed retreat into a buzzing hive.0

Not long ago, the only liveliness here came from a handful of rowdy young Ice Folk cubs, Xue Ning’s forced smiles, and little Sheng'er’s quiet, solitary chill.0

Now Xue Ning had her son and daughter-in-laws at her side, plus a grandson and granddaughter tugging at her sleeves. She also had sisters apart from Yan Yu to share secrets with. Sheng'er suddenly enjoyed the company of her younger brother, sister-in-laws, and nieces and nephews. She also reunited with Cui Huayin, Jiang Shuixing, and Yao Jue, who had taught her how to paint when she was small.0

Cloudpeak Province lay frozen in snow, yet Dawn Manor felt like early spring. Warmth seeped into every corner; smiles were impossible to suppress.0

Outside these walls, Jing Shuixiang ranked third among...0