Becoming Husband and Wife

The land of Yinghuo was vast and empty, as if only endless desolation and silence remained between heaven and earth.

It was in such an environment that an ancient temple suddenly appeared, a ruin named "Great Thunderclap Temple," standing silently.

It exuded an aura that did not belong to this era.

The ancient Bodhi tree in front of the temple gate was as old as a dragon, its mottled bark seemingly telling ancient legends.

And within the temple, Ye Fan felt a strange Buddhist light. The light was pure and ancient, seeming to contain a power that transcended time.

Chang'e was immersed in the wondrous feeling brought by the Buddhist light when suddenly, the sound of a clapper struck her ears like a clap of thunder, jolting her back to reality.

Her heart tightened. Could this story be ending abruptly again?

As expected, with Su Yang's pronouncement, the story was interrupted once more.

Chang'e quickly searched her memories, wanting to continue pursuing the unfinished narrative, but found that she had retained nothing.

For a moment, anxiety appeared on her face, and she couldn't help but complain:

"Why does this person always stop talking halfway through? Can't he just finish it in one go? It's so agonizing to be left hanging like this!"

"No, when Jade Rabbit gets back, I'm definitely going to ask her clearly where she heard this story. I have to go and hear it myself!"

Her expression showed a hint of urgency, her curiosity already impossible to suppress.

Meanwhile, deep within the Lunar Divine Hall, two women with an even more ethereal grace than Chang'e also wore anxious expressions.

They were the rulers of the Lunar Star, Xi He and Changxi.

"This is unbearable! Sister, I absolutely must go to the Earthly Immortal Realm!" Changxi's voice was hurried, her eyes filled with longing, as if the unfinished story was pulling at her very soul.

The two had been secretly observing everything in the Lunar Divine Hall. It was only when they became interested in what Jade Rabbit had given Chang'e that they had quietly eavesdropped, never expecting to be so captivated by the story, unable to stop.

Xi He looked at her sister, her expression complex, her tone carrying a hint of helplessness. "It's not that I won't let you go out, it's that every time you go out, you cause quite a commotion."

"Back during the Witch-Demon Calamity, you secretly ran into the Primordial World and were targeted by the two Golden Crows on the Solar Star.

Now you want to go to the Primordial World again. If you stir up trouble, how will I account for myself?"

Changxi's expression dimmed upon hearing this. The past was like smoke; during that period, both sisters had found themselves in difficult situations.

If Xi He hadn't sworn to fight to the death in the name of the Lunar Goddess, she probably would have become another Empress to the Demon Emperor Di Jun.

Later, when the Witch-Demon Calamity descended, Xi He almost perished along with the Demon Clan. Fortunately, she had made arrangements on the Lunar Star, allowing her to preserve her life.

At this moment, a flash of inspiration suddenly crossed Changxi's eyes. She looked at Xi He and said softly, "Sister, how about you come with me?"

"This is no longer the Primordial World of the past. We have both cultivated to the Quasi-Sage realm, so there shouldn't be any danger."

Xi He was slightly taken aback. She pondered carefully, and it was indeed true.

But she still hesitated. After a moment, she slowly said, "If you promise to discuss everything with me before making a decision, then I will agree to you going to the Earthly Immortal Realm."

Upon hearing this, Changxi's face lit up with joy, and she quickly agreed, "Don't worry, Sister, I'll be good!"

Seeing her like this, Xi He felt a sense of helplessness, but she had indeed developed a strong interest in the subsequent development of the story.

Not only did Changxi yearn to go to the Earthly Immortal Realm to investigate, but Xi He also harbored the same thought.

It was just that they seemed to have forgotten where the storyteller was now; they had no clue.

The two then left the Lunar Divine Hall directly and headed for the Earthly Immortal Realm.

At the same time, in the Lingxiao Treasure Hall of the Heavenly Court.

Immortal music flowed melodiously, song after song echoing through the hall.

Several palace maids danced gracefully in the hall, while the Jade Emperor, the Great Heavenly Venerate, sat on the main seat, holding a glass of glazed ware, about to take a sip.

Just then, Taibai Jinxing slowly walked into the great hall.

Seeing him arrive, a hint of surprise appeared on the Jade Emperor's face. Normally, he rarely appeared on his own initiative unless summoned.

Taibai Jinxing walked into the hall and bowed. "Taibai pays his respects to the Great Heavenly Venerate."

The Jade Emperor nodded slightly, then waved his hand, signaling the palace maids to withdraw.

After everyone had left, Taibai Jinxing spoke, "Great Heavenly Venerate, Jade Rabbit has returned."

"So soon?"

Surprise was evident in the Jade Emperor's tone. Only ten days had passed in the heavens, and Jade Rabbit had already returned.

But then he thought, one day in heaven is one year on earth. Ten years have passed, and she should have found the whereabouts of the Seventh Princess.

He then said, "Let her in."

"Yes."

Taibai Jinxing responded and stepped out. With a wave of his hand, Jade Rabbit, who was waiting outside the hall, slowly walked in.

As soon as she stepped into the hall, she felt an indescribable pressure washing over her, making it difficult to even breathe.

Although she was also an immortal, she had not cultivated diligently since her transformation. She was now only at the Heavenly Immortal realm.

As for the Jade Emperor, his cultivation was unfathomable. No one in the Three Realms dared to claim to know his true strength.

The Jade Rabbit quickly knelt and bowed, her tone respectful. "I am the Jade Rabbit under the Lunar Goddess. Greetings, Jade Emperor!"

"Rise."

The Jade Emperor's gaze fell upon her, and he spoke indifferently. "Ten days have passed since the Heavenly Court's decree. Have you ascertained the whereabouts of the Seventh Princess?"

"Reporting to the Great Heavenly Venerate, your subordinate has investigated and confirmed her location."

As soon as the Jade Rabbit finished speaking, her expression became slightly uneasy. She knew very well that what the Seventh Princess had done in the Earthly Immortal Realm had violated the Heavenly Rules!

This was a major event that could cause the Heavenly Court to lose all face!

Seeing her expression change drastically, the Jade Emperor's eyes turned cold, and he continued, "Since you have found her whereabouts, why have you not brought the Seventh Princess back to the Heavenly Court?"

Although the Jade Rabbit's cultivation was only at the Heavenly Immortal realm, it wouldn't have been difficult for her to escort the Seventh Princess back.

The Seventh Princess had only just stepped onto the threshold of the Heavenly Immortal realm, while the Jade Rabbit had already cultivated to the ninth level of the Heavenly Immortal realm!

As soon as he finished speaking, the Jade Rabbit subtly scanned her surroundings. In the Lingxiao Treasure Hall, none of the immortal officials were present.

Only the Jade Emperor, Taibai Jinxing, and the Jade Rabbit were in the hall.

Seeing the Jade Rabbit looking around, Taibai Jinxing frowned and reprimanded, "Jade Rabbit, the Great Heavenly Venerate is asking you a question. Why do you not answer and instead look around?"

The Jade Emperor also quietly watched the Jade Rabbit, waiting for her reply.

The Jade Rabbit took a deep breath and then respectfully said to the Jade Emperor, "Reporting to the Great Heavenly Venerate, this matter... I fear the Great Heavenly Venerate would not wish for outsiders to know."

Upon hearing this, the Jade Emperor's brow furrowed slightly, and he asked, "What do you mean by that?"

The Jade Rabbit cast a meaningful glance at Taibai Jinxing, the implication clear.

The Jade Emperor pondered for a moment, then spoke, "Taibai, if there is nothing important, you may withdraw."

Although Taibai Jinxing was unwilling, he dared not disobey the Jade Emperor's command. He could only bow and say, "Your subject understands."

With that, he turned and left the great hall. As he passed by the Jade Rabbit, he snorted and gave her a displeased look.

After Taibai departed, the Jade Rabbit stepped forward a few paces and solemnly reported, "Reporting to the Jade Emperor, the Seventh Princess has violated the Heavenly Rules and has privately married a mortal!"

"According to your subordinate's investigation, the mortal's name is Dong Yong. He is a farmer in Qingshan City. He owns no land and makes a living as a servant for a local landlord."