Watching the young boy celebrate with pure, unbridled excitement, Shen Yu let out a soft, genuine chuckle.
He reached down to gently adjust the blankets over Lu An'er's chest, the oppressive aura of his entirely replaced by the easy warmth of an elder brother.
"Alright, save your energy for now, Little An," Shen Yu said, his tone playful yet carrying a subtle weight that naturally commanded obedience.
"You still have a long way to go before you can parade around as my little brother. Rest up, let the energy settle, and tomorrow you'll wake up to a whole new world."
"Yes, Brother Wei!" Lu An chimed enthusiastically, settling back against the pillows.
Though his frame remained noticeably thin, his dark eyes sparkled with a vibrant, newfound life force that had been absent for years.
Shen Yu straightened his back and turned his gaze toward Lu Chen.
