Just as their faces drained of color from the terrifying realization, a sudden chorus of loud, panicked shouts echoed from the sky outside!
Both Sheng Yuan's and Sheng Rulan's expressions instantly turned deeply solemn.
Sheng Yuan looked at his sister, his voice sharp and decisive. "Rulan, stay inside and protect Xiao Yi! I'll go out and see what is happening!"
Sheng Rulan nodded hastily. Before she could even reply, a violent, sudden tremor shook the entire estate, making the ground beneath their feet rumble!
She immediately scooped chubby Xiao Yi up into her arms, holding him tightly against her chest.
Xiao Yi clutched her clothes with a frightened expression, his little ears twitching nervously. Sheng Rulan gently stroked his head, soothing him softly, "Xiao Yi, don't be scared. Big sister is here; everything will be fine!"
