A supreme's hints, a night of romance

Bright Moon Supreme's gaze was gentle, her voice calm. "No need for formalities, Star Abyss. Please forgive us for being an uninvited guest."

Lin Yi bowed slightly, "I wouldn't dare disturb Your Majesty with such a private matter. Your Majesty's presence is an honor to our humble abode."

Zhaoyue smiled slightly, raised her hand and gestured, and a box carved from some kind of warm, ancient wood appeared out of thin air and floated in front of Lin Yi.

Congratulations.

"Thank you for your generous gift, Your Majesty." Lin Yi accepted it with both hands, without examining it, and put it away directly.

The gift from the Supreme Being is no ordinary item, but now is not the time to investigate it.

Although he was curious, his expression remained completely unchanged.

Zhaoyue then turned to the Eternal Beginning Dominator beside her, "Heng Shi, it's been a long time."

The Eternal Beginning Dominator nodded slightly. "I have been injured and unable to personally attend the celebration for the Supreme One in the Spirit Race. It was my fault, and I hope you will forgive me."

Zhaoyue was silent for a moment before slowly saying, "Given our relationship, why bother with such formalities?"

Lin Yi:???...???

There's something going on.

Something's definitely up here!!

He immediately lowered his eyes, his gaze falling on the smooth, mirror-like ground before him, as if studying the subtle energy patterns flowing across it, while his ears involuntarily perked up.

So that's how it is... No wonder a newly ascended lord's banquet could attract the presence of the Supreme One himself.

It seems they weren't after me at all!

The Eternal Beginning Dominator clearly noticed the countless thoughts around him suddenly becoming incredibly focused. A hint of helplessness appeared on his face as he coughed lightly, "Zhaoyue, we can talk about the past later. Today is Star Abyss's celebration. Star Abyss, what are you standing there for?"

Why don't you invite His Majesty inside?

"Oh, oh, yes, yes." Lin Yi quickly responded, stepping aside to lead the way, "Supreme, two Sovereigns, please."

As he walked, his mind raced with thoughts.

"Good heavens, good heavens, they're calling her Zhaoyue directly now... This relationship is clearly extraordinary. Human Race records make absolutely no mention of the relationship between the Eternal Beginning Dominator and the Bright Moon Supreme, it's likely the Eternal Beginning Dominator personally ordered the news to be blocked. This is... quite a big story."

"The Supreme One might have come this time because he couldn't catch the Ruler, and knew that the Eternal Beginning Dominator would most likely attend this kind of banquet, so he came... What a strange fellow..."

As Lin Yi pondered this, he led the Bright Moon Supreme and the two rulers into the central hall.

The many venerable masters who were already seated in the hall all stood up and bowed when the Bright Moon Supreme appeared.

At this moment, they remained bowing, the atmosphere solemn yet subtly enveloping.

Lin Yi's gaze swept quickly across the area.

Several highly experienced Human Race lords had calm expressions on their faces, even showing a hint of understanding, as if they had expected this all along.

The lords from the Spirit Race, the Crystal Spirit Race, and other Pan-Spirit Alliance groups, while equally respectful, couldn't hide the shock deep in their eyes, and several exchanged meaningful glances.

The Eternal Beginning Dominator and the Bright Moon Supreme are so familiar with each other, and their relationship is clearly extraordinary!

If this news gets out, it will likely cause a major upheaval within the Pan-Spirit Alliance!

Lin Yi suppressed the turmoil in his heart and led the three to the main seats at the very front of the hall.

After the three men were seated, he did not follow them. Instead, he turned around and walked towards the raised platform that had been specially reserved in the center of the hall.

With that step, a subtle change seemed to occur in his aura.

The demeanor was no longer that of a welcoming figure at the entrance, but rather the calm and majesty befitting the "Star Abyss Lord".

An invisible force field naturally spread, drawing all eyes in the hall involuntarily to him.

"Thank you all for taking the time to attend this banquet at Silverblue." Lin Yi's voice was not loud, but it resounded in every corner of the "Star Abyss Hall".

"Star Abyss's success today is inseparable from the cultivation of the clan, the guidance of teachers, and the care of relatives and friends. Today's banquet is twofold: first, to express our gratitude, and second, to gather together." His words were concise, without excessive formalities. "On this occasion, I also have a personal matter I wish to share with you all, and I would like you to bear witness to it."

He raised his right hand, palm up, and gently gestured towards a certain spot in the VIP area to his side.

A slender figure in an elegant silver dress gracefully rose from the table.

It was Aurelia.

She moved with light and agile steps, reaching the high platform in just a few steps, and naturally stood beside Lin Yi.

Lin Yi took her hand and faced the crowd, "Today, I, Lin Yi, and Aurelia Sheena are officially married."

After he finished speaking, the entire Star Abyss Hall fell silent for a moment.

Immediately, congratulations erupted like a tidal wave.

Congratulations, Star Abyss Lord!

Congratulations, Your Majesty! Your marriage is a match made in heaven!

All the venerable ones present, whether Human Race or of other races, offered their blessings at this moment.

At their level, couples value affection and bond more when forming a relationship.

After all, those present all know about Lin Yi's experiences and know that Lin Yi and Aurelia met when they were both lowly and went through the war on Blue Star and the journey across the stars together. Most of the people present are aware of this friendship.

Now that Lin Yi has ascended to the position of the supreme ruler, he still chooses to join hands with her; this sentiment is enough to earn respect.

As for differences in race and cultivation level, they seem less important.

In contrast to the relatively restrained congratulations in the central hall, the reactions in the other halls were much more enthusiastic.

The Eternal Hall.

Nearly two thousand deities have gathered here, including the high-ranking and advanced deities that Lin Yi met at the Origin Universe Tower, as well as his former teammates Moon Abyss and Lan, his former guard Eternal Rock, and Ming Luo, among others.

When Lin Yi announced the news, Moon Abyss was taken aback at first, then exchanged a smile with Lan beside him and raised his wine glass.

She recalled the days they fought side by side on the Frontline, and the miracles Lin Yi had created time and time again, and her heart was filled with emotion.

This "newcomer," who once needed their team's help, has now reached a height that she can only look up to.

She took a small sip of wine, suppressing her emotions and leaving only pure blessings.

Eternal Rock smiled sincerely and clapped his hands vigorously.

Who could have imagined that the Star Core level genius who once needed his personal protection would, in just tens of thousands of years, surpass countless veteran gods and reach the position of a supreme ruler?

He once served as this lord's personal guard; with that resume, who among the ordinary gods wouldn't look up to him?

This is perhaps the most commendable and unexpected "achievement" in his long divine career.

Ming Luo laughed heartily and said to the familiar deities around him, "What did I tell you? Star Abyss Lord loyal and righteous!" The hall was immediately filled with echoes and blessings.

Many deities looked at Ming Luo with envy; the fact that he had a past relationship with Star Abyss Lord was of immeasurable value.

The Evolution Realm Hall.

The number of people here is small, but they are all outstanding individuals in the world, including Lin Yi's senior brothers such as Cang Ming and Lieyang, as well as some world lords who have had dealings with him.

Cang Ming clapped his hands and smiled, but a barely perceptible look of bewilderment flashed in his eyes.

I still remember the first time I met this junior brother in the virtual space. He was just a "little guy" who had just entered the Star Sea and needed my guidance and protection.

In the blink of an eye, the other party has become a Venerable Lord, holding such a grand celebration, with even the Supreme Being personally attending to offer congratulations... This speed of growth is nothing short of dreamlike.

Beside him, the Lord of Hong Yan Realm was even more excited.

He never imagined that what was just an ordinary invitation back then would lead to him sitting here today, attending the banquet of Star Abyss Lord.

You should know that even his clan's ancestor, the deity Hong Huan, did not receive this invitation.

He quickly raised his glass with everyone, his heart filled with relief and emotion. At the same time, he couldn't help but recall the scene when Lin Yi came to "oversee" the celebration for Hong Junran's birthday on Myriad Bloom Star.

He had felt that this boy was extraordinary at that time, but he never expected him to be this extraordinary.

Star Source Hall.

This is the exclusive area for members of the Star Source Society.

Edith's emerald eyes flickered slightly, then she smiled brightly and said loudly, "Congratulations, President!" Her voice was clear and crisp, but beneath that smile, a very subtle and complex emotion quietly passed through her heart.

Once upon a time, on the stage of the Genius Battle, she regarded Lin Yi as an opponent she needed to catch up with and even surpass.

Later, as they fought side by side in the Myriad Secret Realm, she witnessed the other party's even more terrifying talent and growth rate.

Now, the other party is a high and mighty lord, while she... She took a deep breath, suppressing that inexplicable emotion.

The gap is so large that even the thought of catching up seems somewhat futile.

But that didn't stop her from being happy for Lin Yi.

Green Leaf, Hui Yao, Liu Yun, Kenkes, Valerie, and others also stood up, offering their blessings with smiles on their faces.

East Peak Hall.

The atmosphere here is the most enthusiastic.

Those gathered here were the core members of the East Peak Mercenary Group, as well as Veteran Platform had followed Lin Yi Aurelia in battles since the Blue Star era.

Zhou Yuxuan, Chen Yu, Liu Yuan, Elizabeth, and others were among them.

As Veteran Platform were among the first to follow Lin Yi out of Blue Star, they witnessed far too much.

From the struggles of Blue Star to the difficult establishment of a foothold in the Star Sea, and now to the Venerable One hosting a banquet for all...

All of this feels like a distant memory.

To them, Lin Yi and Aurelia were not only leaders, but also comrades-in-arms and family who had shared life and death with them countless times.

This joy is pure and intense, untainted by any consideration of self-interest, and contains only the most sincere blessings.

Silver Blue Hall.

Li Zhenguo, Zhou Donglai, and other high-ranking members of the Silver Blue Civilization, along with Lin Yi's Parents and relatives, and other important figures within the civilization, all gathered here.

When Lin Yi made the announcement, Lin Ruiming and Zhou Jinghua held each other's hands tightly, their eyes filled with relief and excitement.

Zhou Jinghua couldn't help but raise her hand to wipe the corner of her eye.

As Parents, they have watched their son grow step by step to where he is today, from a child prodigy on Blue Star to the powerful Star Abyss Lord throughout the cosmos.

Now that their son has started a family, and his partner is Aurelia, whom they already know, approve of, and are grateful to, this fulfillment fills their hearts with indescribable happiness and satisfaction.

Li Zhenguo let out a long sigh of relief, a smile spreading across his face. Zhou Donglai beside him, "Great, that's wonderful. Commander Aurelia... no, she's Madam now. She's sacrificed so much for our civilization."

Zhou Donglai nodded emphatically, his eyes also feeling a little hot.

He recalled the most difficult five thousand years of the Silver Blue Civilization, and the image of Aurelia leading the remnants of the Eastern Edge in a bloody battle across the sea of stars.

Now, it was all worth it.

Everyone in the hall was all smiles, raising their glasses in celebration, as if it were their own child getting married.

Lin Xuan and Lin Yao excitedly whispered among themselves, already imagining how they would address their new sister-in-law.

The different halls, separated by the guests' status, cultivation level, and relationship, avoided the restraint and awkwardness of powerful individuals of different levels sharing a room. Yet, they were all filled with similar enthusiasm because of the same joyous occasion.

Without any elaborate ceremony, Lin Yi finished his announcement and walked hand in hand with Aurelia down from the platform, returning to the main seating area.

He sat down beside the Eternal Beginning Dominator, while Aurelia sat quietly beside him.

As soon as he sat down, Lin Yi keenly sensed that the atmosphere in the small area at the head of the table was somewhat different from the lively atmosphere in the rest of the hall, carrying an indescribable subtlety.

Bright Moon Supreme turned her gaze and it fell on Lin Yi again, a gentle smile playing on her lips.

"Star Abyss," she said.

"Your Excellency." Lin Yi bowed slightly.

"You've transcended racial prejudices and differences in cultivation levels to become the partner of this Spirit Race girl who has weathered storms and supported you through thick and thin," Bright Moon Supreme said slowly, her tone carrying extremely straightforward praise. "Very good, very good."

Lin Yi quickly replied, "Your Excellency flatters me; I was merely following my heart."

He spoke humbly, but out of the corner of his eye, he keenly noticed that although the Bright Moon Supreme was speaking to him, her gaze had bypassed him and quietly landed on the Eternal Beginning Dominator beside him, who was holding a wine glass with his eyes lowered, as if studying the subtle ripples in the wine.

The Eternal Beginning Dominator seemed not to hear the words of the Bright Moon Supreme, only unconsciously stroking the crystal-clear cup wall with his fingertips.

Lin Yi immediately understood, and then focused his attention on his nose and mind, picking up the wine glass in front of him and using the act of drinking to conceal any possible expression on his face.

As expected... there was an affair.

The Bright Moon Supreme's gaze lingered on Heng Shi for a moment, a glimmer of memory flashing in those eyes that seemed to contain the endless mysteries of the starry sky.

"Star Abyss," she spoke again, "From your initial entry into the Star Sea to your current Venerable Lord Rank combat power, the short time you've taken is not far from what I achieved back then."

"Human Race is the cornerstone of the Pan-Spirit Alliance. I hope you can take that crucial step soon and become the second ruler of Human Race."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yi's heart stirred slightly.

The supreme ruler of the Spirit Race publicly expressed his desire for this Human Race to quickly become the dominant force?

That sounds a bit subtle.

Connecting the familiar "Heng Shi" from earlier with the slightly helpless attitude of the Eternal Beginning Dominator, several vague thoughts flashed through Lin Yi's mind like lightning.

Without giving it much thought, he first expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you for your high expectations, Your Majesty. I will do my utmost and dare not slacken in the slightest."

Bright Moon Supreme nodded slightly, then turned her gaze to Aurelia beside Lin Yi.

"Aurelia Sheena," she called out.

"Your Excellency." Aurelia immediately rose, bowing slightly, her posture impeccable.

"It's good that you were able to break free from the constraints of your birth, not be misled by external things, follow your heart, and choose your own path and partner."

As she spoke, she raised her hand in a gesture of invitation, and another wooden box, with an antique design and a material slightly different from the one given to Lin Yi, floated to Aurelia's front.

"This is my commendation for your character and choices."

Aurelia accepted the wooden box with both hands and said respectfully, "Thank you for your generous gift, Your Majesty."

The Bright Moon Supreme said no more, sat up again, and looked calmly at the front of the hall, as if she had just completed a trivial matter.

However, the meaning behind her gift, especially her "praise" for Aurelia, is enough to make any thoughtful person present ponder it for a long time.

As the banquet officially began, fine wines and delicacies were served in a continuous stream, all of which were treasures collected from all corners of the universe by the Silver Blue Civilization and the Purple Gold Star Union.

Soft, melodious music, blending the characteristics of multiple civilizations, echoed in the main hall.

The lords chatted in twos and threes, their conversation naturally revolving around the two main characters of the day, and even more so around the intriguing relationship between the Bright Moon Supreme and the Eternal Beginning Dominator.

Many lords, especially those from foreign tribes, were experiencing turmoil in their hearts at this moment.

What I have seen and heard today is enough to become top-notch secrets that I will repeatedly savor and discuss with my closest friends over the long years to come.

Guests in different halls were also enjoying drinks and conversation in their respective areas.

Time slipped away quietly amidst clinking glasses and soft laughter.

The banquet was drawing to a close.

Bright Moon Supreme was the first to rise.

She didn't say much, but simply nodded slightly to the Eternal Beginning Dominator, then glanced at Lin Yi and Aurelia before her figure faded away like a reflection in water, eventually disappearing completely, leaving only an increasingly respectful and solemn atmosphere in the hall.

Immediately afterward, the Qing Dan nodded to Lin Yi before disappearing from sight.

Immediately afterwards, the Eternal Beginning Dominator also stood up.

He said to Lin Yi, "Star Abyss, the banquet was very good. Your business is done, and I should go back now." His tone returned to its usual gentle and calm, as if the little incident had never happened.

"Respectfully seeing off the Lord." Lin Yi and Aurelia quickly rose to see him off.

The figure of the Eternal Beginning Dominator also vanished.

With the departure of the two sovereign-level beings, the invisible pressure within the hall dissipated by more than half.

With the departure of the three highest-ranking individuals, the atmosphere immediately became more lively and relaxed.

The other lords also began to take their leave one after another.

Lin Yi and Aurelia joined hands to personally escort each of the Venerable Lords to the main entrance of the "Star Abyss Hall".

Before leaving, many venerable figures offered their blessings to the two of them once again, and Lin Yi politely responded to each one.

After seeing off the last guest, the sky was filled with Star Radiance.

The night sky over Silver Blue Star was tranquil and dazzling, and the light from the "Star Abyss Hall" softened considerably.

Standing on the platform outside the hall, the night breeze caressed my face.

Lin Yi held Aurelia's hand, feeling the warmth emanating from his palm.

Although the Eternal Beginning Dominator had left, his Main Body was still here, so Lin Yi felt no worry whatsoever.

You're joking, aren't you? The Spirit Race's Supreme Being, Zhaoyue, just came in person to offer congratulations and present gifts. And anyone with eyes can see that the relationship between Bright Moon Supreme and the Eternal Beginning Dominator is anything but ordinary.

There was no prior indication of this, probably due to restrictions imposed by his status or other limitations.

Now that Zhaoyue has become a Supreme Being, with both strength and status at their peak, she may be unable to suppress some of her thoughts. Today's actions may be a subtle way of expressing her stance.

Under these circumstances, who would dare to act against Lin Yi on Silver Blue Star, right after he received the Supreme's public "encouragement" and "commendation"?

That would be tantamount to slapping the face of the Spirit Race's supreme ruler.

This invisible "protective charm" might be even more effective than the presence of the Eternal Beginning Dominator.

"Are you tired?" Lin Yi turned his head to look at Aurelia.

Aurelia gently shook her head, her emerald eyes appearing exceptionally clear in the starlight. "It's alright."

"Let's go home," Lin Yi said softly.

The two transformed into streaks of light and flew towards Lin Yi's manor on the surface of Silver Blue Star.

Inside the manor house, the lights were on.

Inside the restaurant, a simple yet extremely warm family dinner had already been prepared.

Lin Ruiming, Zhou Jinghua, Lin Xuan, and Lin Yao were all sitting at the table waiting.

Seeing Lin Yi and Aurelia enter hand in hand, Zhou Jinghua immediately stood up with a smile, "Xiao Yi, Ellie, please sit down, we've been waiting for you. You must have been busy with social engagements at the banquet and didn't eat well, so please just have something simple to eat at home."

"Mom," Aurelia called softly, a blush rising on her face.

She had practiced saying "Mom" in her mind, and when she said it now, she felt a little shy, but not forced.

"Yes!" Zhou Jinghua responded happily, and quickly invited, "Good child, please sit down, please sit down."

Lin Ruiming's face was also full of smiles as he personally pulled out a chair for Aurelia: "Ellie, from now on this is your home, please don't be shy."

Lin Xuan and Lin Yao called her "sister-in-law" with smiles, creating a harmonious and warm atmosphere.

The family sat together, eating home-cooked meals and chatting about the interesting things they had seen and heard at the banquet. Lin Xuan and Lin Yao were the ones excitedly describing the lively scenes they had witnessed and heard at the Silver Blue Hall.

The Parents were more concerned about whether Lin Yi and Aurelia were tired.

There were no delicacies, no solemn formalities, only the most ordinary meals and the most sincere family affection.

This warm and peaceful atmosphere brought a sense of relaxation and tranquility to Lin Yi and Aurelia, who had experienced a full day of intense social interaction and emotional turmoil.

The family dinner ended amidst laughter and joy.

Night deepened.

Lin Yi took Aurelia's hand and returned to their new home.

The room was decorated in an elegant and festive style, with large areas of silver and star blue as the main colors, adorned with soft patterns in the style of the Spirit Race and crystal flowers unique to the Silver Blue Star.

Closing the door shut out everything from the outside world.

During the day, Aurelia could remain composed and poised in front of countless important figures, but now, standing in the warm yet unfamiliar room, looking at the large bed covered with brocade, she suddenly felt somewhat at a loss.

The composure that had remained unshaken in the face of thousands of troops on the battlefield seemed to have vanished without a trace.

She walked to the bedside and sat down, her fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her clothes. Her gaze wandered, and she began to make conversation, "Um..."

"... You said that today, between the Bright Moon Supreme and the Eternal Beginning Dominator... there is clearly some... inside story between them."

Her voice was lower than usual, carrying a hint of barely perceptible panic.

Seeing her unusually flustered appearance, Lin Yi felt a soft ripple in his heart.

He stepped forward, sat down beside her, and gently pulled her into his arms.

"Hehe..." He chuckled softly, his warm breath brushing against her ear. "Sigh, I noticed too. But, Ellie, let's not talk about this today."

Aurelia leaned against his strong chest, able to hear his steady, powerful heartbeat, and felt his clean, refreshing scent lingering around her nose. This slightly relaxed her tense nerves, but her heartbeat involuntarily quickened.

Lin Yi looked down at her stunningly beautiful face so close to his own. Her emerald green eyes were now like those of a startled fawn, filled with shyness and helplessness.

He wiped the smile from his face, and his gaze became extremely serious.

"Ellie," Lin Yi said softly, "From this day forward, you are my wife, my partner. But in my heart, first and foremost, you will always be my... guardian, protecting Silverblue, protecting Eastern Edge, and also protecting... me."

Aurelia listened intently, her inner turmoil strangely subsiding. She raised her eyes and gazed deeply into Lin Yi's eyes, where she saw her own reflection.

"You too." She heard her own voice, soft yet clear, "From a long time ago, you have been my guardian. Guarding my hope, guarding my choices, and guarding... my heart."

As soon as the words were spoken, the last bit of distance between the two seemed to melt away.

Lin Yi slowly lowered his head, and Aurelia gently raised her head as well.

Their lips met.

Starlight streamed through the window, casting a soft glow throughout the room.

After a long while, their lips parted.

Lin Yi raised his hand and waved it gently.

The soft lights in the room quietly went out, leaving only the starlight and moonlight streaming through the window, casting a hazy, dreamlike glow over the room.

The curtains hung lightly, concealing the springtime beauty of the room.

Nothing was said that night, only the wind and moon kept them company.