Within the resplendent Small Dining Hall of the Ruyi Lotus Palace, cups crossed in a flurry of toasts at the evening banquet. Liu Changxu set down his wine cup and said gently:
"Children, I intend to return to Hundred Spirits Star in a few years."
Like a pebble cast into a tranquil lake, his words instantly stirred a thousand waves.
His youngest son, Liu Futian, sprang to his feet and said excitedly:
"Imperial Father, I want to go back with you! I want to see the Liu Household's ancestral home and properly pay my respects to the grandparents I've never met."
Before Liu Futian could sit down, his daughter Liu Fuxin also rose, her eyes gleaming with anticipation, and added:
"Imperial Father, I want to go with you too. Not only do I want to pay my respects to my grandparents, I also want to see my maternal grandfather and elder brother, whom I've never met."
Looking at his thoughtful children, Liu Changxu felt warmth fill his heart. A gratified smile appeared on his face as he said gently:
"Nothing could make me happier than seeing such filial devotion from you. Still, this will have to wait a few more years. Next, I'll be joining you in rebuilding Cloud Sky Immortal City."
Liu Changxu swept his gaze over everyone and continued:
"Of course, aside from rebuilding Cloud Sky Immortal City, there is another matter of vital importance that we must address."
At this, Zhao Qi'er arched her delicate brows, curiosity filling her eyes, and could not help asking:
"Husband, what else could be even more important than rebuilding Cloud Sky Immortal City?"
Liu Changxu pondered briefly, then said unhurriedly:
"I have an idea, though it isn't fully formed yet, so I'd like to discuss it with you. Our Great Han