Chapter 54: Hurry Up and Make Me with Father!
To be honest, although Chen Xi’s feelings for her beloved disciple went beyond the typical master-disciple bond, she was quite satisfied with both of his future wives.
Zi Xunyi was practically perfect in every aspect, though she had a slightly mischievous, almost cunning and manipulative, streak, occasionally saying shocking things with a straight face.
The Serpent Queen was the cold-on-the-outside, warm-on-the-inside type. She was somewhat xenophobic, but she cared deeply for those close to her. As a former queen, her abilities were undeniable. Her only flaw was her dislike of socializing. Apart from Yan Zhen’s acquaintances, she had few friends.
When they had first met in her past life, she had been polite and respectful, without a trace of her usual arrogance and aloofness, clearly positioning herself as his wife, her world revolving around him, her demeanor traditional.
It was strange that such a woman would have a daughter with a completely opposite personality.
“I also find it unbelievable!”
Yan Yan’s mental voice echoed through the chamber, then a three-colored flame emerged from the Serpent Queen’s forehead, transforming into a porcelain doll-like girl with fiery red hair, her small hands holding the hem of her white sundress, her appearance that of a little princess.
However, the moment she opened her bright, intelligent eyes, her noble aura vanished, replaced by a mischievous glint.
She threw herself into Yan Zhen’s arms, nuzzling his chest, sighing dramatically.
“To actually meet my father when he was young… it’s like a dream~”
He smiled, stroking her head, her soft, red hair like silk beneath his fingers.
“Yan Yan, behave yourself!” The Serpent Queen scolded her, her voice stern. “Come greet your Master Chen Xi.”
She released him, running towards Chen Xi, her voice sweet and obedient.
“Hello, Master Chen Xi!”
Chen Xi smiled.
“Just as well-behaved as your father…”
“Heehee, I’m Father’s daughter, after all~” Unlike her mother, Yan Yan was shameless. “Master Chen Xi taught Father to be obedient, and Father taught me to be obedient~”
“Good girl.” Chen Xi chuckled. “I wasn’t prepared when you visited last time, so I’ll give you a welcome gift this time.”
Another gift? In her past life, she had received a paper crane from Master Chen Xi that could fly, equipped with automatic navigation and a homing function, allowing her to explore without fear of getting lost. It had been her most prized possession.
But in her current state, even if she received a paper crane, she couldn’t ride it. Sigh~
She said dejectedly, “I don’t want a gift.”
Her words surprised both Chen Xi and the Serpent Queen. Yan Yan refusing a gift? Wasn’t she usually excited about gifts?
“Then what do you want, Yan Yan?”
“I want to be born quickly! I want my own body!” She tugged on Chen Xi’s hand. “Master Chen Xi, please tell Father and Mother to… make me soon!”
Her blunt words made all four women blush, the Serpent Queen’s face burning so intensely that she couldn’t lift her head. She made a mental note to punish her foolish daughter later.
Yan Zhen also scratched his head, embarrassed, not knowing how to react.
Chen Xi chuckled wryly.
“That’s… not something I can decide, Yan Yan. It’s up to your father and mother.”
“Sigh, then there’s no hope. Mother is useless…”
Yan Yan sighed dramatically, her disappointment evident. The Serpent Queen’s blush turned into a scowl.
“Yan Yan! Don’t be disrespectful to your master!”
“Hmph~”
With her father and Master Chen Xi present, she wasn’t afraid of her mother’s sharp tongue. She was used to being scolded.
Chen Xi felt a pang of sympathy for the child.
Yan Yan was usually cheerful and optimistic. It was rare to see her so dejected.
“Don’t be sad, Yan Yan. I’ll give you something fun.”
She smiled, giving Yan Yan a soul treasure, the “Sky Gazing Mirror.” By channeling her Spiritual Power into the mirror, she could view any location, making her time within the Serpent Queen’s sea of consciousness less boring.
Yan Yan’s eyes lit up, her sweet voice showering Chen Xi with praise. “Master Chen Xi is the best!” She hugged the mirror, then zipped back into her mother’s sea of consciousness.
She had always preferred exploring in person, never using such a device before. It seemed quite novel now.
…
With Yan Yan gone, they returned to serious matters.
“You’re planning to use the Great Crimson Skyfire to evolve your bloodline?” Chen Xi said thoughtfully. “The Great Crimson Skyfire is extremely Yang, clashing with your Yin, cold-blooded Serpent God Bloodline. It’s not a good choice. Even if you succeed, the process will be incredibly painful.”
The Serpent Queen nodded slightly.
“I understand, but there’s no other way. If we don’t act quickly, the Water City will fall to the Crimson Sand Scorpion King.”
“Since you insist, I won’t stop you.” Chen Xi’s tone turned serious. “The Great Crimson Skyfire is within the Fire Refining Starry Sky now. I can control its power.—When do you want to begin?”
The Serpent Queen didn’t hesitate.
“Now. The sooner, the better.”
Chen Xi nodded, clapping her hand. A depression appeared on the altar’s surface.
“Zhen’er, you still have a Water Elemental Heart, right? Give it to me.”
“Oh, right.”
He retrieved the Water Elemental Heart from his storage ring, handing it to her.
She crushed the heart, then, using her Mystic Refining skills, restored it to its original form, a small, flowing river appearing above them, then poured it into the depression, creating a pool.
She then had him retrieve the remaining medicinal herbs, creating a simple medicinal bath, its color a pale blue, its aura cool and refreshing.
“My resources are limited. This is the best I can do.”
“What is this, Master Chen Xi?”
“A medicinal bath to suppress the Great Crimson Skyfire.—Remove your clothes and get in, Serpent Queen.”
“Thank you, Master Chen Xi.”
Her heart warmed. She hadn’t expected Chen Xi to do this for her, especially on their first meeting. Did this mean she had been accepted as her… daughter-in-law?
The thought made her happy. With Chen Xi’s approval, she could relax. Yun Xiu couldn’t steal him from her!
She glanced at Yan Zhen, her gaze filled with affection, her meaning clear.
He was startled, then quickly turned away, embarrassed, but Chen Xi said, “There’s no need to be shy, Zhen’er. Remove your clothes and join her.”
Huh? The Serpent Queen blinked, a nervous flutter in her chest.
He asked, “Do you need my help suppressing the Great Crimson Skyfire, Master?”
“Yes.” Her voice was serious. “Lend her your Emperor Flame Technique’s Mystic Power, Zhen’er. It will help her control the Great Crimson Skyfire, minimizing the risks.”
A new month is upon us, and with it, new opportunities for embarrassment.
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