“I see,” Lin Yun nodded in realisation.
“Mo Qing, Lin Yun is a disciple of the Fire Cloud Emperor, not one of us from the Shadow Hall. As your senior brother, I must remind you to keep some distance from him. Who knows what his intentions are in approaching you? Most likely, he’s drawn to your beauty and talent. Since I’ve guided your cultivation in the past, I should also teach you to stay vigilant,” Bao Gang said.
As he spoke, Bao Gang glanced at Lin Yun. “Lin Yun, you’ve gained some fame in recent years, but please conduct yourself with dignity.”
Lin Yun responded with a smile. “Senior Bao Gang, long before Mo Qing joined the Shadow Hall, she and I were fellow disciples. Since you’ve been guiding her these years, I should thank you for your help.”
“What?” Bao Gang was momentarily stunned.
He hadn’t known this. He’d assumed Lin Yun and Mo Qing had only recently met.
Now it seemed Lin Yun had known Mo Qing far longer than he had?
“Let’s go, Mo Qing. I’ll show you around the Heavenly God Palace.”
With that, Lin Yun took Mo Qing’s delicate hand, and she didn’t resist.
“Senior Brother Bao Gang, I’ll take my leave,” Mo Qing said politely with a smile.
Then, Lin Yun led Mo Qing away, flying toward the Heavenly God Palace.
Bao Gang stood rooted to the spot, watching their departing figures. It was as if a bucket of cold water had been poured over him, chilling him to the bone…
…
Lin Yun took Mo Qing to view the Heavenly God Ranking at the Heavenly God Palace, then decided to bring her to the Xingwu Empire to introduce her to his family and friends.
Of course, Lin Yun had long ago told Mo Qing about his family situation, and she had accepted it.
Xingwu Empire, Lin Residence.
Lin Yun arrived at the residence’s entrance with Mo Qing.
Having been away for five years, Lin Yun was naturally overjoyed to return.
“Daddy!”
A familiar voice called from behind.
Lin Yun turned to see his daughter, Lin Kexin.
“Daddy, it’s really you!”
Lin Kexin hurried to Lin Yun’s side. She had just returned from Master Tu Fan’s and spotted Lin Yun at the entrance.
“Kexin, it’s been five years, and you’ve matured so much,” Lin Yun said, delighted to see his daughter.
“Daddy, come with me quickly! I have great news!” Lin Kexin grabbed Lin Yun’s arm and led him swiftly into the residence.
In the courtyard, Palace Master Yun Shang was holding a young child.
Lin Yun felt an instant connection upon seeing the child, as if their bloodlines were linked.
“Mummy Yun Shang, look who’s back!” Lin Kexin called out eagerly.
Yun Shang turned and saw Lin Yun, her face breaking into a smile.
“Lin Yun!” she exclaimed.
Lin Yun rushed to Yun Shang’s side. Her figure had returned to normal, showing no signs of pregnancy.
“Yun Shang, is this… our child?” Lin Yun asked eagerly.
“It’s our child, a boy,” Yun Shang said with a smile, nodding.
She turned and lifted the toddler.
“Little Bao, this is your father. Say ‘Daddy,’” Yun Shang said with a smile.
“Daddy.”
The toddler looked at Lin Yun, calling out in a soft, milky voice, then giggling happily. There was an innate bond between them.
“Come, let Daddy hold you,” Lin Yun said, taking the child with a joyful smile.
With Senior Sister Mo Qing’s appearance and breakthrough to immortality, and now having a son, it was truly a double blessing!
“Yun Shang, why didn’t you tell me when the child was born? How old is he?” Lin Yun asked, holding his son.
“You were travelling, and I knew it was important for your enlightenment, so I didn’t want to disturb you. He’s ten months old,” Yun Shang said.
When the child was conceived, both Lin Yun and Palace Master Yun Shang were at the Tribulation Realm. Because the child inherited their bloodline, he could already walk and talk at ten months.
“Lin Yun, congratulations on having a son and daughter!” Mo Qing said with a smile.
In the cultivation continent, having multiple wives was common, much like ancient Earth, so Mo Qing felt no surprise or objection.
“Lin Yun, this is…” Palace Master Yun Shang looked at Mo Qing behind him.
“This is my Senior Sister Mo Qing. I mentioned her to you once before,” Lin Yun said, holding his son.
Then, turning to his daughter, he said, “Kexin, go gather everyone. I have something to announce.”
…
Lin Kexin quickly assembled their family and friends.
Lin Yun introduced Mo Qing and announced that they had become cultivation partners, committed to cultivating together.
Everyone supported the decision, knowing Mo Qing was an immortal.
As for his son, since Lin Yun hadn’t been home, no one had given him a formal name. That task fell to Lin Yun.
Lin Yun named his son Lin Yi.
He hoped Lin Yi would grow to be resilient and determined, becoming a steadfast and upright man.
Mo Qing stayed at Lin Yun’s home for three days before returning to cultivate, aiming to reach the Second Eternal Realm before the entrance trial.
Lin Yun remained at home, spending time with his son and loved ones.
A month passed quickly.
Today was Mo Qing’s entrance trial, and Lin Yun went to the Heavenly God Palace’s Bright Moon Platform to watch.
Bright Moon Platform.
Not many people were present, just over a dozen.
From the top twenty of the Heavenly God Ranking, only the Master of the Carefree Tower attended.
Lin Yun’s entrance trial had drawn many immortals because he’d already made a name for himself beforehand.
“Lin Yun, you’re quite the charmer, aren’t you? A new female immortal appears, and you’ve already won her over. How many immortals must envy you,” the Master of the Carefree Tower said with a grin.
Since immortals are ageless, pairing with a non-immortal means watching them reach the end of their lifespan. Naturally, they prefer partners of similar strength, making female immortals rare and highly sought after in the Heavenly God Palace.
“You flatter me, Tower Master. By the way, what brings you here?” Lin Yun asked curiously.
After all, no other immortals from the top twenty were present.
“I heard Mo Qing is remarkably young, so I wanted to see her performance,” the Master of the Carefree Tower said leisurely, leaning back in his chair.
He continued with a smile, “I heard Mo Qing also hails from the Xingwu Empire. It’s a pity Emperor Xingwu isn’t here today, or it could’ve been quite interesting.”
Lin Yun grinned. “Tower Master, you could invite His Majesty Xingwu, couldn’t you?”
