Ling Xiao Palace
After the meeting ended, You Wen had just wanted to rest for a while.
A voice came from the throne behind him.
"Little Ten, you did very well."
You Wen turned around in delight and found Di Jun seated on the throne, smiling warmly at him, his face full of satisfaction.
"Father Emperor, you're back?!" You Wen exclaimed joyfully.
Di Jun had already returned when the meeting began. Seeing You Wen calmly and methodically handle the various issues raised by the Demon Gods and Demon Commanders, Di Jun had stayed hidden nearby without making a sound.
With his current strength, concealing himself from everyone was simplicity itself.
"Little Ten has finally grown up. He knows how to share the burden with Tai Yi and me now."
Di Jun was filled with emotion.
The timid little Golden Crow who had followed behind him when he was sent to Hong Huang had now become a mighty Golden Crow capable of standing on his own.
"Imperial Father! It's good that you're back! I'll leave the Heavenly Court's affairs to you. I'm going to Hong Huang to find the boss!"
You Wen's tone held nothing but excitement at the prospect of running off to find Liu Mang, without the slightest concern for his old father.
Di Jun: "..."
You Wen's words were like a basin of cold water dumped over him, chilling Di Jun to the bone.
I fucking shouldn't have gotten ahead of myself.
"Little Ten, come. Let Father Emperor inspect your cultivation and see whether you've been slacking off."
Well then—he could not even be bothered to find an excuse anymore.
Half an incense stick later.
You Wen lay on the ground, his eyes dull and lifeless.
"Why did you beat me? Big Brother was right after all. Adults