"Ha ha ha, Little Goddess, you don't make a sound until you really make an impact. It's hard for others to even have one baby, and yet you manage to have three treasures in one pregnancy. That's truly enviable."
Bai Cang dressed in a scarlet robe, swaying the folding fan lightly in his hand, a carefree smile on his lips, strolling over with a lighthearted smile.
"Bai Cang, you always tease me. If you are truly envious, act on it soon and save sister Yu Luo from being hurt and saddened."
Yu Yao linked arms with Yao Ming and walked out of the pavilion, greeting her. Her eyes, however, looked at Yu Luo following behind Bai Cang, with a deeply profound statement.
At this moment, her complexion was rosy, and with her pregnancy, she added a few more maternal softness. She exuded an aura of happiness.
Yao Ming's mouth curved into a smile, his expression one of tenderness and affection. Though he didn't speak, the meaning was conveyed through his eyes as well.
Bai Cang heard this and glanced at Yu Luo who was following behind him, looking embarrassed.
He coughs lightly, trying to cover up his discomfort, "Little Goddess is right. How can marriage be taken lightly? My nature is carefree and I prefer freedom. As for Yu Luo, if you have someone you like, don't hide it. We are brothers and I will certainly brighten your way."
Yu Luo, who was following behind, changed color upon hearing this. She bit her lower lip lightly, her gaze sweeping over Bai Cang before settling on Yu Yao, and with an effort to suppress her sadness, she smiled faintly and said, "Bai Cang is jesting. I am now fully devoted to my path, and matters of the heart must be put aside for now."
Yu Yao saw the situation and secretly sighed. Yu Luo clearly had feelings for Bai Cang, but Bai Cang seemed to have no intention of continuing.
She gently patted Yu Luo's hand and comforted her, "Sister Yu Luo, fate is predestined. Perhaps one day, you will meet the person who makes you willing to put everything aside."
Yu Luo, aware that she was being consoled, didn't want to show her sadness to others at this moment and forced a smile while saying, "I understand. By the way, Flower Goddess sister, I haven't congratulated you on your pregnancy yet. It's a small token of my regards; please don't mind."
After she finished speaking, she presented the carefully prepared gift.
Yu Yao smiled and went to meet her, "I'm just happy that my sister has come. There's no need to prepare any gifts."
Although she said it that way, she still reached out to take the gift Yu Luo handed over.
As the two of them talked and laughed, they sat down in the pavilion.
Bai Cang's eyes never left Yu Luo, and he felt relieved that she wasn't causing trouble, but he also felt a sense of emptiness and unease.
He shifted his gaze and casually waved his folding fan, and an exquisitely unique rectangular silken box appeared in his hand.
He extended the box to Yao Ming in front of him and smiled playfully, "It's not anything great, just some small trinkets for my future three little nephews. Don't mind it."
Yao Ming accepted it with a smile and was about to say something when a cheerful and unrestrained laugh was heard from afar.
"Yao Ming, you're indeed blessed, having three in one pregnancy. It's something that even this elder brother of yours is envious of."
He is dressed in a dark purple robe, his sleeves fluttering, revealing a touch of restlessness and majesty. As he walks forward, a faint black mist surrounds him, complementing his cold and stern face. He seems like the deepest ink in the night, but still exudes a unique charm.
It is Mo Yan, the demon king.
With the arrival of Mo Yan, the atmosphere became even more joyful, as if the air itself was filled with the scent of happiness.
As they talked and laughed, they walked into the pavilion and sat down.
Subsequently, other gods, demons, and spirits from the six realms came in succession to offer their congratulations. Whether they were good or bad relations, most of them who heard the news brought gifts to come and offer their congratulations.
The entire Bيلو Liáo Tái became even more lively, with continuous laughter and joyous conversation.
In fact, Yu Yao and Yao Ming do not really like such scenes, and they did not expect all the gods and spirits from the six realms to come and offer their congratulations.
However, since they have come, it is not possible to turn them away. They can only greet them with hard skin.
Not long after, Yun Lan, the chief official under the Emperor of Heaven, arrived with gifts on behalf of the Emperor of Heaven.
Yun Lan was dressed in a long robe as white as snow, with a gold crown on his head. His face was handsome and gentle.
"Divine Lady Yu Yao, Night Mist God Yao Ming, the Emperor of Heaven has sent Yun Lan to express his heartfelt congratulations to you two."
Yun Lan's voice was clear and resolute, and his words contained not only congratulatory wishes but also a subtle inquiry that was not easy to detect.
Yu Yao stood up to welcome him, and Yao Ming quickly came forward to help her carefully, supporting her side by side. They walked towards Yun Lan together.
"Your journey from afar has greatly illuminated the beauty of Bailu Yao Tai, so please come in and take a seat."
Her voice was clear and melodious.
Yao Ming stood aside, with a faint smile playing on his lips. However, he was busy figuring out the intention behind the Emperor's decision to send someone over.
He didn't believe that the other party was just here to offer congratulations.
The group entered Bailu Yao Tai, where celestial flowers and rare herbs grew everywhere, with spiritual beasts darting through the scene, creating a harmonious and peaceful view.
Yun Lan surveyed the surroundings, praising it in his heart while also becoming more vigilant.
After a series of polite congratulations, Yun Lan recalled the purpose for which the Emperor of Heaven had sent him and said, "Bailu Yao Tai is a rare divine sanctuary. May I know, what are your plans for the future?"
Yu Yao and Yao Ming exchanged a glance, understanding at once that this was a test.
"Cloud Lan, we two only wish to be away from the hustle and bustle on Bailu Yao Tai, and focus on nurturing our pregnancies. After our children are born, I will resign my position as a Flower Goddess."
She remained silent for a moment before speaking the truth.
This was something she had given much thought to. Since she planned to retire to Bailu Yao Tai, there needed to be someone to take over the Flower Realm.
There was no need to hold onto something and not use it. She didn't care about those things, and she was too impatient to deal with them.
Yao Ming had known of her plans all along and naturally had no objections to her decision.
He then added, "The Emperor can rest assured. Although I am an evil god, I also have my own bottom line and principles. As long as you don't provoke me, I won't do anything to the Heavenly Realm. Inform the Emperor that he can put his heart back in his chest."
Yun Lan's little calculation was uncovered, causing his expression to become awkward. However, it took only a moment for him to regain his composure.
Yun Lan nodded slightly, "I will certainly convey your two's intentions to the Emperor. The Emperor is concerned about the situation in the six realms, and now that they are peaceful, he naturally hopes to maintain it for a long time."
Yu Yao smiled gently, "Thank you, Yun Lan. We just want a little peace and quiet on Bailu Yao Tai."
Yao Ming snorted coldly, "I don't care how you do it. Just as long as you don't disturb my tranquility. If you dare to infringe on my peace, I won't mind paying a visit to the Heavenly Realm."
His voice wasn't small, and most of the guests present heard him. Then he curled his lips, indeed, only he, the evil god, would dare to say something like going to the Heavenly Realm for a stroll.
Mo Yan, the demon king, was drinking with Bai Cang when he heard this. His gaze turned towards this direction and he burst into laughter, "Yao Ming brother has spoken in a bold manner. With your words, the old man from the Heavenly Realm won't dare to disturb your peace."
The gods, demons, and spirits around heard this and drew back their lips, choosing to just silently drink without daring to respond.
In their hearts, they all secretly calculated whether it was right to not come personally, as that might also disturb the evil god's tranquility and make him unhappy.
For a moment, the atmosphere of the scene became somewhat subtle. Among the laughter and joy, there was a trace of carefulness as everyone feared accidentally offending this evil god.
Yun Lan, the celestial officer, looked embarrassed and coughed lightly, trying to ease the tense atmosphere, "Yao Ming the evil god is jesting. The Emperor has no such intention. Today, when I came here, it was indeed to offer my heartfelt congratulations. The Emperor is deeply gratified by the joyous news of your wedding."
He forced a smile on his face, but his eyes revealed a hint of helplessness.
Yao Ming's words made him feel a bit embarrassed, but as the envoy of the Emperor of Heaven, he couldn't show any dissatisfaction.
Seeing this, Yu Yao hurriedly said, "Cloud Lan, there's no need to take offense. Yao Ming is straightforward and has no ill intent. Please don't take it to heart."
Trying to ease the tense atmosphere.
Yun Lan, the celestial officer, nodded slightly and his expression improved, "Don't worry, divine lady. I certainly won't hold it against you."
As an equally terrifying existence as the Demon King, Yao Ming shouldn't hold any grudges against himself. He wouldn't dare to be unhappy.
Yao Ming glanced at Yun Lan, who looked timid, and scoffed in his heart. He didn't say anything else.
Although the atmosphere in the scene had slightly eased, everyone still sensed that subtle tension lingering.
Bai Cang saw this and couldn't help but laugh at the Emperor's excessive suspicion. However, he didn't say anything, just lowered his head and drank with Mo Yan.
In the Heavenly Realm, within Yun Yuan Palace, clouds swirled and divine qi wove around.
Although Chu Yuan was in seclusion, he was not completely cut off from the world.
One day, a few attendants were cleaning the courtyard while discussing something in low voices.
"Did you hear? The Goddess Yu Yao, the Flower Godess, is now with the evil god Yao Ming, and they have hidden themselves in Bailu Yao Tai. It's said that they are expecting a child. Many deities and spirits have gone to offer their congratulations, and even the Emperor of Heaven has sent Yun Lan, the celestial officer."
"I've heard too. You know, back in the day, the Goddess Yu Yao was deeply in love with our god king. Now, though... Alas."
"It seems that there is no fate between Goddess Yu Yao and our god king. Otherwise, why hasn't there been any movement in the belly of the Goddess Yu Yao, who has been married to our god king for so long? While Yao Ming has been with her for such a short period, he has already become pregnant with three embryos."
"I know what I'm talking about. I heard that the god king never touched Goddess Yu Yao. If he didn't touch her, naturally, there wouldn't be any children."
"Is that true? Goddess Yu Yao must be so pitiful. If the god king didn't like her and didn't touch her, why did he marry her in the first place?"
"Who knows?"
In the sealed chamber, Chu Yuan felt frustrated and had no interest in meditating quietly. Just as he opened the array and wanted to go for a walk, he heard the servants' discussion below.
He hesitated for a moment, and his feet froze in place as he intended to go out. He stood there in shock.
She is with Yao Ming? And they are living together in Bailu Yao Tai? And she is pregnant? And there are three embryos?
These words were like an invisible knife, cutting into Chu Yuan's heart.
A complex mix of emotions flitted across his eyes: sadness, regret, self-mockery, and a sense of release.
Once upon a time, Yu Yao had been deeply in love with him. However, he discarded her like an old coat because of his love for Wan Rou, not realizing the value of what he had.
Now, she has divorced herself from him and found her own happiness. She is also pregnant with Yao Ming's child. Thinking about it, Chu Yuan felt a bitterness well up in his heart.
Yu Yao no longer bothers himself, and he should be happy. But why does his heart feel empty, as if something is missing?
He covered his heart with his hand, frowning, and his thoughts drifted away.
Recalling the countless details of his interactions with Yu Yao, those gentle and profound feelings that he had ignored, they now pierce his heart like pins.
Chu Yuan walked to the window, gazing at the misty clouds outside Yun Yuan Palace, and his heart was filled with countless emotions.
He knew that he had lost the woman who once deeply loved him, and that all of this was his own doing.
He inwardly didn't regret it, but instead, he continued to close himself up in seclusion.
