78: Visiting the Ruthless Empress

The morning sunlight filtered through the sheer curtains, spilling into the room as the soft rays cast a faint golden glow over everything.

Ye Wen slowly opened his eyes and felt a soft sensation in his arms.

Looking down, he saw the Saintess, dressed in white silk stockings, snuggled in his embrace, still lost in slumber.

Her sleeping face was serene and beautiful, with long eyelashes fluttering slightly as if whispering softly in a dream.

Her skin was like snow, and the white silk stockings appeared exceptionally soft and beautiful in the morning light, outlining her long legs and curvaceous figure.

Her belly was highly distended; seven months of pregnancy had made her abdomen round and warm, as if a brand-new life was gestating within.

Her palm rested gently on her belly, as if unconsciously protecting the little life inside.

Ye Wen gently stroked her hair, his movements tender and delicate, fearful of waking her.

However, her eyelashes fluttered slightly, and she slowly opened her eyes.

Her eyes were as clear as water, carrying a hint of the languor and haziness of just waking up, resembling a cat that had just roused from sleep—languid and charming.

Seeing Ye Wen watching her tenderly, a blush immediately suffused her face, her eyes filled with tenderness and reliance.

Her voice held a hint of post-waking huskiness as she cooed, "Saint, you are awake..."

Her tone carried a hint of coquettishness, yet it was filled with gentleness and maternal instinct.

Her palm stroked her belly gently, her tone laced with happiness, "Our child is very quiet too; it seems he also enjoys the Saint's company."

Watching her charming appearance, Ye Wen felt a softness in his heart.

He lowered his head to gently kiss her forehead, his tone filled with doting affection, "Good morning. Did you sleep well last night?"

She nodded gently, a happy blush rising on her face, her eyes full of tenderness, "Mm, with the Saint by my side, I slept very peacefully."

Her voice was soft, carrying a hint of languor and satisfaction.

Her fingers brushed lightly against Ye Wen's cheek, her tone playful, "Is it time to go to that person's place again?"

Ye Wen gently took her hand, his tone gentle, "Mm, I will be back by tonight."

Upon hearing this, a flash of reluctance crossed her eyes, but she quickly returned to a gentle smile.

She wrapped her arms around Ye Wen's neck, her tone coquettish, "Saint, then at night... I will be waiting for you in the room."

Watching her charming appearance, Ye Wen felt a softness in his heart.

He lowered his head and gently kissed her lips, his movements tender and delicate.

Her lips were soft and warm, carrying a faint fragrance that stirred an indescribable tenderness in Ye Wen's heart.

He gently stroked her hair, his tone full of doting affection, "Alright, I will come to visit you again tonight."

Hearing Ye Wen's answer, she leaned into Ye Wen's embrace, her face full of happy smiles, her eyes filled with tenderness and reliance.

Ye Wen lowered his head to kiss the Saintess in his arms goodbye, then slowly rose from the bed, called the maids waiting outside the room to take care of her, and then left.

Ye Wen walked slowly along the corridor of the Nourishing Life Hall.

The morning sunlight filtered through the carved window lattices, spilling onto the ground and casting mottled shadows.

His footsteps were light and composed, yet his heart had already flown to Jiang Caixuan's room.

Pushing open the door to Jiang Caixuan's room, the room was filled with tranquility.

Sunlight filtered through the sheer curtains, gilding the entire room with a soft golden glow.

Jiang Caixuan was lying on the bed, still lost in slumber.

Her sleeping face was serene and beautiful, like a flower waiting to bloom, making one unable to resist the urge to protect her.

Her long hair cascaded across the pillow like a waterfall, with a hint of messy beauty amidst the strands.

Her skin was as fair as jade, appearing exceptionally tender under the morning light.

Her eyebrows and eyes were like a painting, her long eyelashes fluttering slightly as if whispering in a dream.

Her nose was high and straight, her lips were luscious, and the corners of her mouth were slightly upturned with a happy smile, as if she were having a sweet dream.

Her figure was delicate, with a white gauze dress gently covering her, outlining her graceful curves.

Her belly was highly distended; seven months of pregnancy had made her abdomen round and warm, as if a brand-new life was gestating within.

Her palm rested gently on her belly, as if unconsciously protecting the little life inside.

Her breathing was soft and even, like a quiet cat—languid and charming.

Ye Wen walked gently to the bedside, his movements tender and cautious, fearing he might wake her.

He sat by the bed, his gaze falling tenderly upon her sleeping face, his eyes filled with tenderness and doting affection.

He reached out and gently stroked her hair, his movements delicate and soft, as if cherishing a precious treasure.

His palm gently brushed her cheek, feeling the warmth and softness of her skin, and his heart softened.

He whispered, "Cai Xuan, you are so beautiful."

Jiang Caixuan seemed to sense his touch, her eyelashes fluttering slightly, and then she slowly opened her eyes.

Her eyes were as clear as water, carrying a hint of the languor and haziness of just waking up, resembling a cat that had just roused from sleep—languid and charming.

Seeing Ye Wen watching her tenderly, a blush immediately suffused her face, her eyes filled with tenderness and reliance.

Her voice held a hint of post-waking huskiness as she cooed, "Brother Wen, why are you here..."

Her tone carried a hint of shyness, yet it was filled with gentleness and happiness.

Her palm stroked her belly gently, her tone laced with happiness, "Our child is very quiet too; it seems he also enjoys Brother Wen's company."

Watching her charming appearance, Ye Wen felt a softness in his heart.

He lowered his head to gently kiss her forehead, his tone filled with doting affection, "Good morning, Cai Xuan. Did you sleep well last night?"

She nodded gently, a happy blush rising on her face, her eyes full of tenderness, "Mm, with Brother Wen by my side, I slept very peacefully."

Her voice was soft, carrying a hint of languor and satisfaction.

Her fingers brushed lightly against Ye Wen's cheek, her tone playful, "Brother Wen, is it time to go to the Ruthless Empress's side again?"

Ye Wen gently took her hand, his tone gentle, "Mm, I need to make a trip to the forbidden area. But I will be back soon; you know, I have a teleportation array."

Upon hearing this, a flash of reluctance crossed her eyes, but she quickly returned to a gentle smile.

She wrapped her arms around Ye Wen's neck, her tone coquettish, "Brother Wen, then come back early. Ruyu and the others will be waiting for you to return early."

Watching her charming appearance, Ye Wen felt a softness in his heart.

He lowered his head and gently kissed her lips, his movements tender and delicate.

Her lips were soft and warm, carrying a faint fragrance that stirred an indescribable tenderness in Ye Wen's heart.

He gently stroked her hair, his tone full of doting affection, "Rest assured, I will be back soon; likely by tonight."

Ye Wen kissed Jiang Caixuan in his arms once more, then bid her farewell.

At the same time, he left the Nourishing Life Hall and returned to the main hall.

After saying goodbye to Ruyu, Yaochi, and Yao Xi, Ye Wen activated the array patterns in his body.

After a flash of light, Ye Wen vanished from Goddess Peak.