No one knew how much time had passed. Just as Tang Lan was gradually losing interest, a violent explosion rang out ahead.
Cracks began appearing all over the crimson crystal giant egg.
With a crack, it suddenly shattered. In an instant, streams of fiery light spilled out from the fissures.
Yet the sight that followed made Tang Lan's eyes widen, his face filled with disbelief.
What emerged from the eggshell was actually a small, tender arm.
"Da... Daddy?"
Then, a little girl of about six crawled out from within.
The little girl wore a reddish-brown long dress and looked ninety percent like the Flame Queen from before.
"W-What is going on?!"
Tang Lan's eyes widened, and he had no idea what was happening.
He walked over and carefully inspected the crystal eggshell, but he still could not find any trace of the Flame Queen.
At that moment, He Xi inside the Azure Lightning Flute suddenly said, "If I'm not mistaken, the Flame Queen has likely broken through. But the price she paid was truly becoming a chrysalis before turning into a butterfly, starting her growth anew from childhood."
"During this time, her memories will gradually disappear, and she will truly become a child. Perhaps her memories will gradually return later."
"But for now, as long as you grow closer to this little girl, I believe the future Flame Empress will surely look upon you favorably."
Ning Xian within the Black Knife Massacre also agreed. "I agree with this decision. Of course, if you are unwilling to take her with you, it would be best to stay far away from her."
This reminder made Tang Lan seriously begin considering what lay ahead.
In the end, Tang Lan smiled and picked up the little girl who had run to his side. "What