"Yes."
A group of guards seemed to hold great respect for this particular guard.
"Not bad, the strength and quality of our Jia familyâs guards have really risen, and some near the Jia family have reached the pinnacle strength of the Orion Arm high level."
As Jia Yan flew along, he could sense that it wasnât just these apparent guards within the Jia family. At least half more of the power was faintly surrounding Jia Yan.
He didnât feel disrespected but nodded slightly, as this was the kind of protection a large family should have.
Among these powerful individuals, there was even one who had reached the level of a half-step dignitary, which is almost the peak strength in the Orion Arm.
But of course, to any assassin truly aiming to annihilate the Jia family, even a dignitary wouldnât count for much. In this Jia family, it was always known that the real support of the Jia family, and the reason no external force or enemy dared to have any ideas, was Jia Yan, or to be precise, the existence of his avatar, always rumored to be on Earth but never actually found by anyone.
Just that others didnât know, the original avatar at this moment quietly flew back towards Jia Yanâs battleship, and in the future, this new being would replace the original avatar, becoming the guardian god of Earth and the Jia family.
"Brother, youâre back? Youâve been gone for so many years, and we didnât know if you were dead or alive."
"Little Lin, is this how you speak to your brother? Come, let mom take a look. Xiao Yan, you seem a bit thinner now."
When Jia Yan returned to a grassy area in the Jia family, the people from the Jia family had already heard the news of Jia Yanâs return and came out to welcome him.
Even though a few children were at school, Jia Yan was still very happy to see so many familiar faces.
Especially his parents, who after all these years had not aged but seemed to be aging in reverse. Not only had their strength increased, but they now appeared to be in their twenties, and their lifespan had increased by at least several decades, ensuring many more days together in the future.
"Hmm?"
The last time he glanced at Earth with his Giant Mosquitoâs True Body, he didnât pay much attention to the family members, but this time Jia Yan, after a moment of surprise, noticed a stranger awkwardly looking at him within his family.
This man looked somewhat familiar, yet he also seemed unfamiliar.
"Xiao Yan, you might not know, but this is Qiqiâs husband. He has always fought side by side with Qiqi, and now they are together, which is something we are glad to see."
When Jia Yanâs gaze fell on the unfamiliar figure in the crowd, Mother Jia happily introduced them.
"Xiao Qiâs husband, sheâs married?"
Jia Yan was taken aback, a mix of odd feelings and emotions rose in his heart.
The little girl who always sought him out to play and seemed like a child underfoot, his beloved niece, had actually started her own family...
Jia Yan didnât quite know how he felt, but it was strange anyhow.
"Greetings, Lord Jia Yan." That young-looking husband of Jia Qi appeared a bit nervous, even unsure of how to speak or act in front of Jia Yan.
After all, Jia Yan was the most legendary figure in the history of Earth, a living myth. Such an extraordinary being present in a private setting was something heâd imagined might happen, but even so, the reality of it left him in awe and fear.
"Hmm, youâre fine. From now on, take care of Xiao Qi."
"Yes, Lord Jia Yan."
Seeing this little guy being so reserved towards him, Jia Yan didnât bother with him. Although he couldnât see what was special about him, since Jia Qi had chosen him, he must have his merits.
"Arenât Xiao Qi and the others at home? Dad, Mom, letâs stop standing outside and go inside to sit and chat."
Jia Yan smiled.
Initially, seeing Jia Yan, who, while not particularly senior in age, held the highest position within the family after such a long absence, made even Father Jia and Mother Jia feel a bit at a loss. But now, with Jia Yanâs amiable words, the atmosphere and sentiments returned to the familiarity of old times.
After all, they were family, and aside from a few young ones, nearly everyone had a good rapport with Jia Yan.
"Is this Little Ruo? Youâve grown up, do you still remember your uncle?"
A girl who looked much like Jia Qi at around ten years old stared at Jia Yan, bringing back memories of the times when he used to look at Xiao Qi.
Since the older girl is now married, Jia Yan had to find that uncle feeling through the younger Little Ruo.
"Yes, Iâm Little Ruo, and I still remember Uncle."
The young girl looked as pretty as Jia Qi did back in the day. Although the Jias themselves were only moderately attractive, after Jia Lin married that man with glasses, their children turned out to be top-tier beauties. This could be due to the Jia familyâs genes matching well with others.
"Itâs good you remember, Iâll give you a gift from Uncle, since itâs been so long since we last met."
Jia Yan smiled slightly.
Although he hadnât brought anything, with his level of power, giving someone a token was almost effortless, be it helping to boost strength or offering something rare. It was easy to make others satisfied.
"Thank you, Uncle."
Jia Ruo was no longer the little girl with a runny nose. She knew that her uncle, with his astounding powers that could repel even the strong ones of the Biochemical Star Region, was a living myth. Whatever he offered would surely be extraordinary, making her extremely happy.
"Uncle, I want one too."
As Jia Ruo finished her sentence, a lively voice came from the sky outside.
Before anyone could react, a lightning-fast figure descended from the sky to where the Jia family resided in the house.
The newcomer was a young woman, appearing just over twenty, with an impressive blend of beauty and ability, evidently someone of outstanding charisma and talent.
She was Jia Yanâs previously most cherished younger family member, his sisterâs eldest daughter, Jia Qi.
"Oh? Xiao Qi, already a mother, yet still asking Uncle for gifts, arenât you afraid your child will see?"
Jia Yan teased the newly arrived Jia Qi.
Jia Qi seemed to work at some department and had flown back directly upon hearing of Jia Yanâs return.
"Haha, Uncle, even if you tease me, I still want it. You canât be biased, I want one for myself and for my son too. Will Uncle give it or not?"
Jia Qi held a little child in her arms, her son.
"Thatâs not how you should behave as a mom, haha, whatâs the name of this child?" Jia Yan gave her an amused look before turning his attention to the beautifully crafted little boy in her arms.
The child was just over a year old and cutely resembled Jia Qi in her childhood days.
"Uncle is asking you a question, tell him your name." Jia Qi passed the conversation to the child in her arms.
"Uncle, my name is Jia Bin, Binnie. Hello, Uncle."
"Uncle, ever since this child was young, we sternly told him that misbehavior would result in kneeling before you, thatâs why heâs so afraid of you."
Jia Yan conversed joyfully with the newly arrived Jia Qi and the younger ones, quickly reestablishing warmth among them.
Yet not long after, he gazed with a sigh toward the houseâs front door.
Approaching from a distance were a graceful figure and a somewhat adolescent yet steadily maturing stout figure, making their way toward the house.
"Jia Yan, youâre finally back? Then today, I challenge you. Yes, Dad, Iâm challenging you!"
Despite the womanâs attempts to restrain him, the youthful figure continued to advance, declaring his challenge to Jia Yan with a booming voice full of strength.
However, his thunderous proclamation, under Jia Yanâs helpless gaze, was enveloped in a small, invisible sphere, unable to resonate beyond to the outside world.