The Star Luo Empire's harbor bustled with noise as a massive Soul Tool Ship slowly docked.
Tang Wulin and his companions descended the gangway and immediately received a grand welcome from the Star Luo Imperial Family.
Before long, they arrived at the resplendent Star Luo Imperial Palace.
In the great hall, Star Luo Emperor Dai Tianling sat upon his dragon throne, his gaze commanding and profound.
When his eyes fell on Long Yue and Xu Mi'er, the corners of his tightly set mouth couldn't help lifting slightly.
Seeing how Long Yue obeyed Xu Mi'er's every word, Dai Tianling finally felt the great stone weighing on his heart settle to the ground.
"Good. Very good."
Dai Tianling felt secretly gratified. That boy Long Yue has finally wised up.
Now that he's with Xu Mi'er, I won't have to worry about sending Yun'er into some political marriage.
This is also a good thing for relations between our Star Luo Empire and Shrek Academy.
Just then, Dai Yun'er quietly sidled up to Dai Tianling and lowered her voice:
"Father..."
"Actually... I have something to tell you, too."
Dai Tianling looked down at his mischievous daughter, a trace of affection flashing in his eyes. "Oh? What is it?"
Her cheeks slightly flushed, Dai Yun'er stole a glance at Tang Wulin nearby and whispered:
"I'm already together with Tang Wulin."
"Although... although I'm not his primary partner, Sister Gu Yue knew him before I did, and she's more capable, too."
"But... I'm still very happy."
Dai Tianling was taken aback at first, then understanding flashed in his eyes.
Looking at Tang Wulin's tall, handsome figure from behind, he silently nodded to himself.
"This boy certainly has some luck with women."
"But as long as you can make peace with it, Yun'er."
"Even if you aren't