Chapter 193 A Nighttime Conversation in the Palace Recalls Our First Encounter; Deep Affection Warms the Cold Night

The night was ink-black, and the moonlight was like water, gently spilling into the sleeping quarters of the Nishen Imperial Palace.

After the long period of post-war cleanup and continental unification, from sealing the God Realm Passage to wiping out the remnants of the Spirit Hall, this land finally welcomed true peace. Su Chen stood at the pinnacle of the Douluo Continent, holding the God-Defying Power, dominating the four seas and eight wildernesses. Yet, what he cared about most was never the status of supreme ruler, but the fifteen gentle beauties nestled in his arms.

The lights in the hall were soft, the warmth enveloping, and the hearth fire gently leaped, completely dispelling the slight chill in the air.

Su Chen leaned languidly on the wide soft couch, his posture relaxed, his demeanor noble yet lazy. Surrounding him were fifteen figures; each was an indispensable light on his path against heaven, a treasure he would protect at all costs.

Xiao Wu was the most clingy, dressed in a pink and white gown, her soft rabbit ears trembling slightly. She was curled up on Su Chen's lap, like a Soft Bones Rabbit that had found its warmest refuge. Her arms wrapped around Su Chen's waist, and her cheek pressed tightly against his chest, listening to his steady, powerful heartbeat, filling her heart with a complete sense of security. She lifted her small face, her lively eyes glistening with fragmented tears, her voice soft and sticky with endless devotion:

"Su Chen Gege, do you still remember the first time we met? In the Star Dou Great Forest, I was being hunted by people from the Spirit Hall with nowhere to run, and you descended from the sky and stood in front of me... From that moment, I decided I would follow you for the rest of my life."

Su Chen lowered his head, his fingertips gently stroking the soft rabbit ears atop her head, his thumb lightly rubbing the fine fur. The doting in his eyes almost overflowed. He softly kissed her smooth forehead, his voice deep and tender, like a vow carved into the soul:

"I remember. From the day I met you, I swore I would never let you suffer any harm again, and I would never let you watch the moon alone again. Every day from now on, I will be by your side."

Xiao Wu's nose stung, and tears finally slid down, yet she smiled blissfully, burying herself back into Su Chen's embrace, unwilling to get up again.

Beside them, Zhu Zhuqing, in a fitted ink-black dress, had shed the sharpness and cold glamour of the Hell Civet, and lowered all the guard and tension of the Shadow Knight. She leaned quietly against Su Chen's shoulder, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, her cold voice carrying a hint of laziness and coyness as she murmured softly:

"Su Chen Gege, handling state affairs is so boring... Will you play with me?"

Throughout her journey, she had struggled through bloody noble disputes and fought on the edge of life and death battlefields, having long grown accustomed to disguising herself with strength. But by Su Chen's side, she no longer needed to be the decisive Shadow Emissary; she only needed to be a small woman who could rely on him and act spoiled without worry.

Su Chen's heart softened. He unhesitatingly pushed all memorials and documents aside, reached out, and gently pulled Zhu Zhuqing's delicate body into his arms, settling her securely on his lap. He lowered his head, rubbing his nose against her forehead, his voice filled with infinite indulgence and affection:

"Alright, I'll play with my Shadow Knight until she's had enough."

"From now on, there will be no more complicated state affairs for you to worry about, and no more life-and-death crises for you to face. I conquered this world not for you to help me govern it, but so that you can forever be carefree and be your most authentic self."

Zhu Zhuqing's eyes instantly turned red. She tightly hugged Su Chen's neck, burying her face in his neck hollow, her voice choked with emotion:

"Su Chen Gege, with you here, I'm not afraid of anything..."

Not far away, Ning Rongrong, in a pink luxurious gown, gently spun the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda in her palm, its seven-colored stream of light softly showering Su Chen. She bounced over to Su Chen, looked up with her cute and charming face, and extended her slender fingertip to gently touch Su Chen's glabella, pouring her purest and most powerful auxiliary spirit power into his body without reservation. Her eyes sparkled, and her voice was clear and firm, carrying a lifelong commitment:

"Su Chen Gege, my power belongs to you forever! My Spirit, my spirit ring, everything about me... it's all yours!"

Su Chen chuckled softly, reached out, and gently pinched her rosy cheek, then lowered his head to kiss her soft, sweet lips. His voice was tender and solemn, every word filled with cherish:

"My Rongrong will always be my treasure. Whether now or in the future, you will forever be my most beloved little princess."

Ning Rongrong's cheeks turned crimson, and she shyly rushed into Su Chen's embrace, unwilling to leave.

By the window, Qian Renxue wore a holy golden gown, the sacred light around her as soft as water, having long lost the coldness and majesty of the Angel God. She watched Su Chen quietly, her eyes filled with relief and deep affection. Abandoning her God Position, severing all ties with the God Realm, and choosing to remain in the mortal world to follow the man who made her heart flutter—this was the most correct and regretless decision of her life.

She slowly walked over to Su Chen, gently leaned into his arms, and looked down at the quiet night outside the window, her voice soft and firm:

"Su Chen, giving up the God Position and choosing you was the best decision I've ever made."

Su Chen tightened his arms, holding the Angel Beauty tightly, his chin resting gently on the top of her head, his voice low and solemn, as if swearing an oath to the world:

"To meet you, and to have you give up everything to stay by my side, is the greatest fortune of my life."

Ah Yin stood gently on the other side, her emerald green dress perfectly harmonizing with the aura of life. Countless slender, soft Blue Silver Grass quietly spread from the ground, gently Binding Su Chen's arms and waist, the branches intertwined, the roots locked together, symbolizing her unwavering love for this life. She looked up with her pure and gentle face, crystal tears glistening in her eyes, her voice soft yet incredibly firm:

"Su Chen, let's be together forever."

Su Chen lowered his head, his warm, thin lips gently pressing against her smooth, delicate skin. That single kiss was an eternal promise.

"Forever."

Besides these five, the rest of the beauties were also expressing their purest love and devotion to Su Chen in their own ways.

Karin stood timidly to the side, her red hair hanging low, her cheeks flushed. Remembering the time she secretly kissed Su Chen while healing him, her heart couldn't stop racing. But she was no longer timid; she bravely raised her eyes to gaze at the man she loved, her eyes full of undisguised admiration.

Hinata, in a pure white dress, quietly guarded the palace door. She didn't speak or fuss, but her gaze was constantly fixed on Su Chen, silently protecting him, never leaving his side—this was the only obsession of her life.

Kushina was busy in the kitchen outside the hall. Waves of fragrance drifted in as she personally cooked steaming hot meals for Su Chen, the warmth of home filling the air.

Zi Yan, lively and active, rushed up to Su Chen from time to time, tugging on his sleeve and whining for candy, like a little girl who would never grow up.

Hanabi, full of vitality, cultivated beside Su Chen, her eyes bright and determined, wanting only to become stronger and walk alongside him.

Medusa leaned against the soft couch, seductive and charming, her snake tail gently coiling, her Charm deeply ingrained, blooming her allure only for Su Chen.

Xiao Xun Er sat quietly by the bed, warming the bedding to be soft and comfortable, waiting demurely without uttering a word.

Xiao Yi Xian, in simple attire, meticulously prepared nourishing medicated cuisine for Su Chen, her eyes gentle as she carefully tended to his health.

Yun Yun held a long sword, her posture elegant and transcendent, quietly accompanying him. One sword, one heart, was their most tacit understanding.

Qing Lin controlled the snake swarm to patrol outside the hall, her small figure serious and focused, isolating all disturbances to guard this peace.

The fifteen beauties, each with different styles, personalities, and tenderness, all had their hearts tied solely to Su Chen.

Enveloped by endless love and warmth, Su Chen felt a deep sense of peace and softness in his heart.

He slowly opened his arms, embracing all his beloved women, and the God-Defying Power gently spread out, forming the most solid barrier, securely protecting them in his arms, isolating them from all external noise and trouble.

"In this life, I went against heaven, crushed powerful enemies, settled disputes, sealed the God Realm Passage, and unified the Douluo Continent..."

Su Chen's voice was low and gentle, slowly echoing in the hall. Every word was the most solemn oath of his life:

"Everything I have done was never for supreme hegemony, nor for eternal prestige."

"I did it only for you."

"To ensure you no longer wander, no longer live in fear, and no longer face life-and-death separation."

"To give you a stable, happy, and carefree home."

"Now, the wish is fulfilled, and the continent is peaceful."

"I promise you that after ascending the throne, I will bestow favor equally, accompanying a different beauty every night; on weekends, I will take all of you on trips to see all the beautiful scenery this continent has to offer."

"All fifteen of you are my Empresses, and my only true loves in this life."

As his voice fell, countless gentle, choked responses instantly rang out within the sleeping quarters, intertwining and resounding throughout the entire Imperial Palace:

"Su Chen Gege, we will love you forever!"

"We will stay with you forever, never leaving!"

"No matter where the future takes us, we will always follow you!"

Tears fell, smiles blossomed, embraces were warm, and vows were fervent.

The night was gentle, the moonlight serene, and the hearth fire swayed softly.

This night, there was no noise, no killing, no conspiracy, and no chains.