Seeing the atmosphere grow increasingly awkward, Daochen hurriedly said, "All right, all right, the banquet is about to begin. Let's not keep standing here, or won't I look like a host who knows nothing of etiquette?"
They exchanged glances, then followed Daochen inside.
The seats had all been assigned.
Those close to him and those who were not, those of high standing and those of low standing.
Everything had been arranged in order.
The guests then took their seats.
Daochen and Nüwa were about to head inside.
Just then, an announcement rang out behind them. "Xihe and Changxi of the Lunar Star have come to congratulate the Demon Emperor on the birth of his prince and princess."
At those two names, Daochen's expression flickered between light and shadow.
They had once shared a worldly bond, but unfortunately, destiny had decreed otherwise, and they had never ended up together. He had not expected the two of them to come.
Nüwa sighed. This Demon Emperor was such a romantic at heart. With little choice, she took Daochen by the hand and went out to greet them.
She stepped forward and took both women's hands. "The arrival of the Lunar Star Lords brings splendor to my humble abode. Why have you two come so late? I've been waiting so long."
At that moment, she displayed the dignity of the lady of the household and the generosity of a host.
The two women let out wistful sighs. They had originally planned not to come.
But after turning it over in their minds, they had decided to come and take a look.
After all, some affection still lingered. There was no harm in visiting.
"Our respects to Lady Nüwa. This is Moonlight Divine Water that we refined from the essence of the moon and branches