"You know how extraordinary that woman is, so if the Warcraft Continent can restore its former state, then brother, you must strive for the position of the Beast King," said Wu Wei, Long Fu's other wife. She had a son and a daughter named Long Yunlan and Long Yunyi. Long Fu had only married two women in his life, Shui Xing and Wu Wei.
"Yunlan, there's no need to say anymore. It doesn't matter who becomes the Beast King of the Warcraft Continent as long as we can protect it!" replied Long Yunyi indifferently.
But his words ignited an unnamed anger in Long Yunlan's heart.
"Brother," Long Yunlan expressed her dissatisfaction with her brother's words.
"Hmph, big brother, you're too soft. Father never sees you, only Long Yunqing," Long Yunlan raised an eyebrow, clearly very angry.
"Big brother, you're the legitimate heir of our Long family. Long Yunqing doesn't stand a chance."
The man maintained his gentle and compliant appearance. "Little sister, don't worry, it doesn't matter to me who rules the Warcraft Continent. What's important is that we can return to a world filled with the sound of birds, fragrant flowers, beautiful scenery, and sunshine, rather than living in darkness like we do now."
"Hmph! Brother, I finally understand why father doesn't value you. You never strive or fight for anything. Now that there's an opportunity, why do you still hesitate?" Long Yunlan couldn't understand her brother's thoughts.
Her older brother had a better temperament than Long Yunqing, but he wasn't as delicate and fragile as Long Yunqing, always putting on a face of being wronged and bullied, making people want to shut him up.
"Mother, if Long Yunqing were to take the position of the Beast King, I, Long Yunlan, would be the first to disagree."
"Oh?" Wu Wei scrutinized Long Yunlan and said, "I didn't expect you, child, to have such a strong side. Before you're even sure if that woman is the one we're waiting for, you're arguing here with flushed faces and thick necks. Is that interesting? Besides, your father never said who would become the Beast King. Qing'er might not be the best choice. Lan'er, you should learn from your brother. Your brother is right. We've lived in darkness for too long. As long as we can restore the Warcraft Continent to its former state and protect it, it doesn't matter who becomes the Beast King."
"Mother, why are you saying the same thing?" Long Yunlan coldly snorted and continued, "No one dares to confront the Nightmare Demon Beast on the current Warcraft Continent. But once the continent is restored, many powerful beasts will go to great lengths to seize the position of the Beast King. Long Yunqing may seem pure on the surface, but his heart is filled with malice."
"Yunlan, let's stop talking about this. We should follow Father's arrangements," Long Yunyi's tone contained some displeasure. He glanced at his mother but didn't say the rest of his thoughts.
What did Long Yunlan want to say? A hint of killing intent appeared on Wu Wei's face, silencing Long Yunlan's indignation.
With an expressionless face, Wu Wei said calmly, "Everyone, go back and rest. Don't waste time on uncertain matters."
Long Yunlan and Long Yunyi dared not say anything further and turned to leave. Wu Wei pondered her life for a moment. She had been a dying beast when she met Long Fu. Although she couldn't become his official wife, Long Fu and Shui Xing had treated her well over the years. She couldn't forget their kindness.
Letting out a sigh in her heart, Wu Wei turned and walked towards her bedroom.
After Mo Yunxuan rode the Nine-Winged Golden Dragon Beast and left the capital city, he lost all connection with Yu Yueyin after traveling three hundred miles. "What's going on? Why is there no connection here?"
Mo Yunxuan felt inexplicably anxious.
"Nine-Winged, do you know where we are?" Mo Yunxuan looked around. It was going to be dawn in another hour, and he needed to find Mo Er as soon as possible.
A layer of white mist enveloped the area, making it impossible to see anything clearly. Mo Er's aura had also disappeared here, indicating that something was amiss. "Master, there's a strong barrier here. Could Lady have entered the barrier?"
The Nine-Winged Golden Dragon looked around, faintly discerning a glimmer of light through the white mist. Humans couldn't see anything, but they, as divine beasts, could.
"Can we enter?"
"Master, let me try." The Nine-Winged Golden Dragon attempted to fly towards the source of the white light but was forcefully repelled back.
"Master, this barrier is too powerful. We can't enter," the Nine-Winged Golden Dragon said, surprised. What kind of place was this? The barrier was as solid as steel.
"No, we must find a way to get in," Mo Yunxuan's gaze turned dark, thinking about that smiling face as radiant as flowers, and a trace of tenderness flickered in his eyes.
"Master, let's explore the surroundings first."
"We need to be quick." Mo Yunxuan couldn't wait any longer. He hadn't expected that with the presence of the Moonlight Jade, he would lose track of Mo Er.
In the palace, after a night of fierce fighting, the ground was stained red with blood.
Most of Ji Yaotian's men were killed, especially several important disciples. Ji Yaotian's rebellion provided a perfect opportunity for Emperor Haoyue to uproot Ji Yaotian's previous influence.
At the break of dawn, Emperor Haoyue issued an edict to the world, declaring the Duke Zhenguo guilty of treason and conspiring to seize power. The evidence was conclusive, and the heavens and earth would condemn him, eradicating his nine generations.
Emperor Haoyue knew the importance of eliminating the roots of a problem, so he sent people to besiege the Duke Zhenguo's mansion. Eventually, when it came time to appoint the designated individuals, Ji Yu and Ji Hong were not among them.
Early in the morning, the news spread, shocking the people who found it somewhat unbelievable.
On the other side, Su Qi and Su Li, who couldn't see their parents, were getting anxious.
The two brothers returned to Mingyue Villa to await news but remained restless.
Murong Shaofeng, who was preparing to set off early in the morning, became distraught upon learning that Su Zimo was missing, not knowing what to do.
He immediately ordered Zhu Yan to search everywhere.
Nalan Wenhao and Situ Ruoyan also learned about their daughter's disappearance. After discussing it, they decided to change their return itinerary.
When Su Zimo woke up in a daze,
Shui Xing stood silently by her bedside, holding a large brocade box in her hand.
Su Zimo suddenly sat up from the bed.
Glancing at Shui Xing, she wondered when this woman had come in. How did she not feel anything? It made her feel insecure. Why did she fall asleep so easily?
"Miss Su, you're awake?"
"Good morning, Madam."
Su Zimo rubbed her eyes, looking like she hadn't fully woken up.
"Miss, it's already late. Breakfast is ready. This brocade box contains the clothes you'll be wearing today. After you change, please come out and have breakfast!"
After Shui Xing finished speaking, she placed the brocade box by the bedside and turned to leave.
Su Zimo looked at Shui Xing's departing figure with a bitter expression. What would she be facing next? But no matter what, she had to survive and return home.
Su Zimo got up and quickly freshened up!
Glancing back at the brocade box on the bed, Su Zimo felt puzzled. Why would they send clothes to her?
Is this the outfit she is supposed to wear today?
She walked over in big strides and opened the brocade box. In that instant, Su Zimo took a sharp breath.
Inside the box was a purple dress that looked incredibly soft. It was adorned with amethysts, pale yellow crystals, and some nameless gemstones, making it exceptionally beautiful.
Su Zimo held up the dress. "Wow! It's very beautiful, but it's too eye-catching. It would be more suitable as a ball gown."
If the magical beasts of the Magic Beast Continent heard her words, they would surely consider Su Zimo a monster.
Su Zimo sighed to herself and looked down to find a crown bead on top of the dress.
Helplessly, even though it was dazzling, Su Zimo changed into the purple dress and put on the amethyst crown bead.
With everything done, Su Zimo looked around and furrowed her brows. Surprisingly, there was no bronze mirror here.
Once again feeling helpless, Su Zimo walked over to the washbasin and looked at her reflection in the rippling water.
Su Zimo could hardly believe it. After wearing this dress, she felt like a different person—beautiful, like herself, yet with a hint of something else. Su Zimo found it strange in her heart, but she didn't want to waste any more time. She had to return quickly as Yunxuan and her sons would be worried.
Su Zimo strode out of the room, and a woman came forward to greet her and lead her to the dining area.
Strictly speaking, this place was a very large cave dwelling. Apart from the fresh air, what people loved most were the exotic flowers and plants used for decoration.
The dining hall was also spacious. At a three-meter-long stone table, with Long Fu as the head, sat a dozen or so men and women. As soon as Su Zimo looked, a hint of embarrassment flashed across her face. Were they all waiting for her?
Long Yunlan saw Su Zimo's heavenly beauty and glanced at the amethyst jade dress she was wearing. Jealousy consumed her eyes, realizing that only humans could wear such clothes.
"You humans are truly impolite. If you disregard others in your human world, that's one thing, but when you're in someone else's domain, you should follow proper etiquette..."
"Lan'er, enough."
Wu Wei's gaze turned icy, his voice filled with a cold warning to Long Yunlan.
Su Zimo rolled her eyes. Whether it was the human world or the Magic Beast world, there were hypocrites everywhere. How was she supposed to know their so-called beast etiquette on this Magic Beast Continent?
"Miss Su, Lan'er is straightforward and outspoken. You don't have to lower yourself to her level."
Wu Wei stood up and pulled Su Zimo to sit on her chair.