485: Return to Crape Myrtle

“A tree that stands out in the forest will surely be toppled by the wind. The Ancient Heavenly Court, the Underworld, and even some hidden ancient clans probably won't let this matter rest.”

“I understand, thank you for the reminder.”

Ye Xuan nodded; he had already anticipated this point.

He knew the saying, ‘An innocent man is guilty only for possessing a treasure.’

What's more, he had obtained the Legacy of the chaos green lotus.

Although it was just a phantom, the true chaos green lotus had long disappeared, but it was equally powerful.

“If you need anything, you can always come to the Ouyang Family. You are Ouyang Lan and Hong Ling's husband; no matter what, the Ouyang Family can be your shield.”

Daoist Qingxuan left these words and then departed with his people.

Soon, the Ten Thousand Clans Square became completely empty.

Ye Xuan looked at the people beside him: Tang Linglong, Fire Linger, Yue Xuan, Sacred Maiden Shen Lan, Huang Li, and the Phoenix guards, as well as the special little Dragon girl Ya Ya.

“It's time for us to go back too.”

Ye Xuan said softly.

This trip to Zhonghuang Mountain had yielded far more than expected, but it had also attracted stronger enemies.

He needed time to digest the Legacy and improve his strength.

With a wave of his sleeve, immense spatial power enveloped everyone, and he was about to leave.

Suddenly, he felt something and looked up at the majestic peak of Zhonghuang Mountain.

In the misty clouds, he seemed to see a peerless immortal figure, flashing by, watching him with a complex gaze.

“Xuanji...”

Ye Xuan murmured to himself. Tai Hao's memory fragments had given him a vague understanding of this princess of the Ancient Heavenly Court.

He retracted his gaze, no longer lingering, and with everyone's figures, instantly vanished from the Ten Thousand Clans Square, leaving this place of trouble... The spatial fluctuations subsided, and Ye Xuan's group had appeared on the outskirts of Ziwei Great Emperor Star.

Looking at the familiar star in the distance, gently enveloped by the power of the Nuwa Stone, everyone's tightly strung nerves finally relaxed.

“We're home...”

Tang Linglong murmured softly, her eyes filled with longing.

Her last return was only for a few days, and with important matters at hand, she had very little time to spend with her child.

This time, she could finally spend quality time with her child.

Fire Linger also excitedly held Ya Ya's small hand, pointing ahead: “Ya Ya, look, that's our home!”

Ya Ya's big eyes looked curiously at the beautiful star, her small face showing a hint of shy anticipation.

After all, her grandfather had died, and she was now alone. If not for Ye Xuan and Fire Linger, she would truly be an orphan with nowhere to go.

Ye Xuan's Divine Sense swept across, confirming that the Ye family Secret Realm was safe and sound, and the protective grand formation was operating well, bringing him some peace of mind.

He waved his sleeve again, and space shifted. In the next instant, everyone appeared directly within the Ye family Secret Realm.

“It's the Family Head! The Family Head is back!”

“And the Mistresses! They're all back!”

The Ye family members also sensed Ye Xuan's aura at this moment.

The return of Ye Xuan and the others instantly ignited the enthusiasm of the entire Ye family.

Qian Yan Yue, Ouyang Lan, Ouyang Hongling, Heavenly Maiden Miaofa, Yan Ruyu, and other wives and concubines, as well as children like Ye Xi and Ye Qingxian, and Ye family elders like Ye Qingtian, who had already received the news through special means, had been waiting for a long time.

“Daddy!”

“Mother!”

The children, like joyful little birds, were the first to rush over.

Ye Xi and Ye Qingxian directly threw themselves into Ye Xuan's embrace, while other younger children gathered around Tang Linglong and Fire Linger, asking for hugs.

Ye Xuan held his daughters, a warm smile appearing on his face.

He gently stroked the children's hair, savoring this long-lost Family happiness.

Tang Linglong and Fire Linger were also surrounded by the children, their faces beaming with smiles.

Yan Ruyu and the other women also came forward. Although their eyes held tears, there was more joy and relief.

They could feel that the aura of Ye Xuan and the others was much stronger than when they left, especially Ye Xuan. That unfathomable Dao rhythm, as if he was one with heaven and earth, filled them with pleasant surprise.

“It's good that you're back.”

Ling Huacai said softly, her gaze gently sweeping over everyone. When she saw Ya Ya, who was obediently hiding behind Fire Linger, a hint of curiosity flashed in her eyes, but she didn't ask further.

Seeing the gazes of his many wives and concubines.

Ye Xuan gently pulled Ya Ya to the front and said to everyone: “This is Ya Ya, a child we met outside. She lost her Family, and our encounter is fate. She will stay in the Ye family from now on and live with Ye Xi and the others.”

Upon hearing Ye Xuan's words, Ya Ya shyly lowered her head, her small hand tightly clutching Fire Linger's clothes.

Fire Linger smiled and squatted down, saying to Ya Ya: “Ya Ya, don't be afraid. These are all our Family members. This will be your home from now on.”

Perhaps sensing the pure and warm kindness around her, Ya Ya slowly raised her head, shyly looked at everyone, and whispered: “H-hello everyone.”

This tender voice instantly melted everyone's hearts.

“Hello, my name is Ye Xi, I'm Daddy's daughter. You're so cute, you'll be my little sister from now on. I'll definitely take good care of you.”

Ye Xi was the first to accept Ya Ya, patting her chest as she spoke to Ya Ya.

After Ye Xi spoke, the other children also curiously gathered in front of Ya Ya, hugging her calves and pestering her to play.

The children's actions made Ya Ya's nervousness quietly disappear, and being children, they quickly started playing together.

This scene also brought bright smiles to everyone's faces.

That evening, the Ye family held a grand banquet, both to welcome them back and to celebrate Ye Xuan's victory as the champion of the Ten Thousand Clans Gathering and his acquisition of Zhonghuang Mountain's Luck.

The news had already been relayed back by Daoist Qingxuan and others, and the entire Ye family was immersed in immense joy and pride.

At the banquet, cups clinked, and laughter filled the air.

Ye Xuan did not elaborate on the dangers and battles of the gathering, only sharing some interesting anecdotes and gains, which drew gasps of admiration from everyone.

The children listened intently, especially Ye Xi, whose eyes sparkled with longing for powerful strength and the outside world.

She was gradually growing up, and her power was becoming stronger; she would have to go out and temper herself sooner or later.

After all, if she always stayed in the Ye family, in this safe place, even if she was strong, she wouldn't gain practical combat experience.

Only through trials of life and death could she truly transform from a hothouse flower into a strong individual capable of protecting the Ye family.

Under Fire Linger's care, Ya Ya ate the delicious dishes she had never seen before, her face showing an innocent smile.

The faint trace of Dragon Clan Bloodline within her, nourished by the rich Spiritual Qi of the Ye family, also seemed to become more active.

Ye Xuan could feel that the ancient Dragon Clan Bloodline within Ya Ya was awakening at a slow and steady pace.

After the banquet, Ye Xuan handed over some of the resources he had acquired, suitable for the Ye family members, to Ye Qingtian.

He would distribute them to enhance the overall strength of the Family.