Back to the Star Dou Great Forest.
Su Bai took out the seed of the Blue Silver Emperor.
He could feel the breath of life from it.
"System, is there a way to revive Ah Yin?"
Su Bai directly asked the system.
Since Tang Hao entrusted him to protect Ah Yin well, he naturally had to do so.
So, first of all, reviving Ah Yin is the priority.
[Ding! The host can use the All Things Soil on it to revive the soul beast within.]
"All Things Soil?" Su Bai's heart leaped with hope at the prospect.
It was a relief to know that he had the means to revive Ah Yin. The system's foresight amazed him – had it known about his future connection with Ah Yin all along?
Filled with gratitude, Su Bai carefully buried the Blue Silver Emperor's seed in the All Things Soil, hoping for a swift revival.
But time seemed to stand still as he waited in anticipation. "How long?" he finally asked.
[Ding! The Blue Silver Emperor needs time to gestate before it can be fully revived. It is estimated to take five years to complete the revival.]
"Five years..." Su Bai's heart sank at the realization.
Although disappointed by the lengthy wait, he remained steadfast in his determination to see Ah Yin revived.
Five years may seem like an eternity, but for a soul beast like him, it was but a fleeting moment.
The thought of being reunited with Ah Yin filled Su Bai with excitement.
And when that day arrived, he could finally feast on Ah Yin...
Wouldn't Tang San then have to acknowledge him as a father?
The anticipation sent shivers down his spine.
By then, Tang Hao would surely be grateful for his efforts in protecting and reviving Ah Yin.
With a protective barrier set around the planted seed, Su Bai left to await the passage of time.
...
Zhu Zhuqing's cave.
At this time, Zhu Zhuqing was sitting on a stone bench outside the cave, caressing her belly with one hand and gazing into the distance in a daze.
Only when Su Bai appeared did she break from her trance
"Why are you here instead of with that woman?" she asked coldly, her tone tinged with bitterness.
Su Bai smiled wryly, knowing she meant Liu Erlong.
She saw Liu Erlong being taken away by him.
As for Xiao Wu, it's clear that she has deep feelings for Su Bai.
Su Bai approached Zhu Zhuqing, carrying a pot of soup with care.
He carefully put the pot on the table, poured some soup into a bowl, and handed it to Zhu Zhuqing.
"Here, have some more. It'll help keep you strong," he suggested, his voice warm with concern.
Zhu Zhuqing turned her head away, her expression distant.
But Su Bai persisted, his smile unwavering as he gently offered her a spoonful of the fragrant soup.
"This soup is made with special herbs and ingredients. It's not only nourishing for you but also beneficial for the baby," he explained, his eyes reflecting sincerity.
Zhu Zhuqing hesitated, then relented, allowing Su Bai to feed her a spoonful of the comforting broth.
As she sipped, warmth spread through her body, soothing and easing her worries.
Su Bai then reached out and touched her belly, his touch gentle as he listened intently.
Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but smile at the gesture, touched by his care and attention.
"At least he's showing concern for us," she thought, feeling a sense of gratitude towards Su Bai.
But then, she felt his hand begin to move, his touch wandering from her belly to her leg, and she blushed, pulling away in surprise.
"What are you doing?" she exclaimed, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment.
Realizing Su Bai's intentions had shifted, Zhu Zhuqing felt confused and flustered.
Even though she was pregnant, he still...
"Hey, no need to worry, I was just scratching an itch," Su Bai chuckled awkwardly, his embarrassment evident. "Just couldn't help myself."
His actions just now had been purely instinctive.
Blame it on Zhu Zhuqing's enticing figure—the touch had sparked a flame within him.
But with Zhu Zhuqing being pregnant, he knew he couldn't act recklessly. He had to rein himself in.
"Hmph, you better not," Zhu Zhuqing retorted coolly, though a faint smile tugged at her lips.
Su Bai's eagerness was palpable, a testament to Zhu Zhuqing's allure.
Feeling a sense of satisfaction, she realized her charm still held sway.
Zhu Zhuqing was pleased with Su Bai's demeanor, finding solace in his unspoken admiration.
Observing her reaction, Su Bai couldn't help but feel overwhelmed by desire once again.
Unable to resist, he leaned in and planted a tender kiss on Zhu Zhuqing's lips.
Her eyes widened in surprise as their lips met.
After a moment, Zhu Zhuqing pulled away, breathless from the unexpected intimacy.
Her heart raced as she shot Su Bai a reproachful look, a warning laced in her gaze.
"I won't," Su Bai reassured her with a quick shake of his head.
But truth be told, he found Zhu Zhuqing's allure irresistible, his desires barely contained.
However, he knew better than to act impulsively, especially considering Zhu Zhuqing's condition.
Suppressing his desires, Su Bai said, "You're already Level 30, right?"
Zhu Zhuqing blinked in surprise before nodding slowly.
Thanks to the immortal grass Su Bai had given her, she had already broken through to the next level.
If only she had obtained soul rings, she would be even more powerful.
But Zhu Zhuqing was strong-willed; she wouldn't have mentioned it unless Su Bai had brought it up.
Su Bai smiled warmly, "How about this? Tomorrow, I'll take you to get soul rings. Sound good?"
"Soul rings..." Zhu Zhuqing's heart swelled with gratitude.
He's so thoughtful!
It was the first time someone had shown her such kindness, especially considering her tumultuous past.
With her family's connection to the Star Luo Royal Family, she had always needed to prove herself and become stronger.
Her fate had always hung in the balance, and she knew that without strength, she would be doomed to a life of misery.
Yet, despite her struggles, Su Bai treated her with unwavering care and respect.
Reflecting on this, Zhu Zhuqing's gaze softened, and her heart filled with a newfound warmth and appreciation.
At that moment, she was overcome with emotion, leaning in to return Su Bai's affection with a passionate kiss.