After dinner, Liu Changxu took Wu Xuege, Xiao Zier, Yang Yuxuan, Chen Yufei, Jiang Xuefeng, Yang Qingxue, Liu Qingying, Su Jinxiu, Li Zhenxin, and Lian'er with him to the Jade Pool Hall in the Ruyi Lotus Palace.
Warmth filled the Jade Pool Hall. The clear Spirit Pool shimmered with a soft jade glow, and amid the drifting mist, Liu Changxu and his wives entered the pool in light clothing to relax.
Liu Changxu soaked in the Spirit Pool, feeling the warm spirit water nourish every limb and bone. His body and mind were utterly at ease.
As his gaze swept over his wives playing in the pool, the smiles on their faces filled him with satisfaction, but also stirred a measure of wistfulness.
After nearly two thousand years of arduous cultivation, he had reached the pinnacle of this world. Not only was his cultivation immensely powerful, but he also possessed an endless lifespan.
Yet even with such strength, he and his family still faced grave trials in their struggle to survive.
From the beast tides unleashed by the Demon Race on Mysterious Yellow Star to the heavy shadow now cast by the Troll Race's army, danger had always hung over their heads.
To confront these crises, he had no choice but to devote all his energy to strengthening himself and his family, leaving far less time to spend with them. It had been years since he had last played with his wives in the Spirit Pool as he did today.
While he was lost in thought, Su Jinxiu swam to his side, nestled naturally against his shoulder, and asked softly:
"What are you thinking about, Your Majesty? You're even frowning."
Liu Changxu came back to himself, gently slipped an arm around her silky-smooth waist, and said with a smile:
"Nothing.