Yun Qing was born with unparalleled beauty. She has always been adored by others, never the one to highlight them. Who knew that one day, someone would tell her she was merely a willful cannon fodd...
The questions from Qingyun and Linghua made Ling Jingming feel as if he were in another world.
Since being reborn, he has not spoken for a long time. His father is gloomy all day long, and apart from instructing him to win back his mother, he doesn't say a word more.
Of course, the main reason is himself; he is unable to accept the current childish voice.
However, he could not ignore the greetings from his uncle and the Grand Tutor.
"Uncle Wang, Uncle Xu, it's been a long time. Of course Jingming remembers you."
As Yun Qing watched the four men closely connected to her reminiscing as if no one else was around, a series of question marks appeared on her forehead. She felt that this world was too magical.
While she was still alive, the relationship between the group was like oil and water, but unexpectedly, only a month later, they became so harmonious.
Although it is said that a day in heaven is equivalent to a year on earth, this scene was still too much for Yun Qing.
Qingyun noticed her surprised gaze and quietly squeezed next to Yunqing.
"Qingqing, what are you thinking about?"
Yun Qing: "I'm wondering why you two suddenly have such a harmonious relationship."
Qingyun sighed, recalling the days after she left in the mortal realm.
For the three of them, life without her was no different from hell.
From that moment on, the three of them put aside their grudges and temporarily made peace.
Later, they vied to teach Jingming, and in their spare time, they lived by reminiscing about the days they spent with her.
But at this moment, Qingyun did not intend to tell Yunqing all of this. Although she seemed carefree, he was still afraid that she would be sad, not even in the slightest.
"Qingqing, you may not know, but when Ling Ye and Ling Hua were first mortals, they were sworn brothers and had a very close relationship."
"Sworn brothers?" Hearing Qingyun say this, she remembered that a little fairy had indeed mentioned in the Sichen Palace that Linghua had a close friend in the mortal world, with whom he often slept side by side. No wonder they were cousins in that mortal life.
But why do these people always only say half of what they mean? If they had mentioned Ling Ye's name that day, she wouldn't be in such a passive position now.
"Sigh!" It's no use saying anything more now. Yun Qing sighed deeply, her face showing a look of dejection.
"I originally thought that once I became the Heavenly Emperor, I could live a carefree and unrestrained life, but I never expected that I would still have to get involved with you all."
Yun Qing thought no one was paying attention to her for the time being, but in fact, Ling Hua and Ling Ye were both keeping a close eye on her.
Seeing her chatting happily with Qingyun, both of them felt a long-lost sense of jealousy.
Unable to suppress his longing any longer, Ling Ye carried the child and walked towards her step by step.
"My wife, it's been so long. Don't you have anything to say to your husband?"
Yun Qing didn't dare look at him, lowering her head and feigning weakness: "Long time no see. I... I know I've wronged you, but—"
“I don’t want your apology. Look up at me, then look at Jingming. You haven’t even properly looked at him since he was born.”
Perhaps because of the initial coercion, Yun Qing always harbored a slight fear of Ling Ye, always feeling that he was unyielding and unreasonable. When she suddenly heard him say such things, an overwhelming sense of guilt welled up in her heart.
She still remembers that the day she gave birth to her child, she asked the system to take her away.
As her soul floated in the air, she saw Ling Ye's bloodshot eyes. This fierce and cold-blooded man was crying like a child for the first time.
Yunqing knew without guessing that he definitely hadn't remarried, and that he would go to the underworld to find her when the child was old enough to stand on his own.
Thinking of all this, Yun Qing's eyes subconsciously reddened. It turned out that she wasn't completely indifferent after all.
All three men noticed her sadness. Ling Ye was overjoyed; he knew Yun Qing couldn't let go of him and the child.
Ling Hua and Qing Yun were heartbroken. They had made so many efforts during this time, but Yun Qing remained unmoved. They never expected that the appearance of Ling Ye and his son would stir her heart.
Sure enough, having a child as a bargaining chip would be better, and a glint of malice flashed in both of their eyes.
At this moment, Ling Ye put Jing Ming down and stepped forward to embrace Yun Qing.
"Qingqing, I really miss you so much. Please don't leave me alone again, okay?"
The usually strong man rarely showed his vulnerability, which made Yun Qing feel sorry for him for a moment, and she almost couldn't help but agree.
Fortunately, remembering the romantic entanglements she had caused, she ultimately resisted the temptation of the handsome man.
"Ling Ye, I'm sorry, I can't give you a definite answer right now. Let's find a place to sit down and have a proper talk."
Upon hearing this, Ling Ye's face stiffened. He had already humbled himself so much, yet Qingqing remained unmoved, not even considering their son.
Could it be that...?
Her sharp gaze then turned to Ling Hua and Qing Yun. It must be those two bitches who took advantage of the situation and lured Yun Qing to side with them.
Regardless of what the men thought, Yun Qing considered the system's suggestion and made a decision in her heart.
Then, she stepped forward, struggled to pick up Ling Jingming, and turned to leave first.
Ling Ye sighed inwardly. He had originally planned to take her away today no matter what, but he couldn't bear to treat Yun Qing like this in the end.
Left with no other choice, he could only dismiss his demon soldiers and generals and follow Yun Qing into the South Heavenly Gate.
On the way, Ling Jingming huddled in Yun Qing's arms, not daring to move.
Having been emperor for a long time, he had developed a nature that prevented him from showing his emotions.
But at this moment, feeling his mother's warm and fragrant embrace, he unexpectedly felt an urge to shed tears, something he hadn't experienced in a long time.
Ling Ye once said that the longer he stayed in this body, the more his mind would resemble that of a child.
So, he was ultimately affected after all?
Yun Qing sensed her adopted son's stiffness, lowered her head to look at him gently, and asked softly, "Jingming, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Jingming thought shyly, "My mother's voice is so nice." He shook his head and said, "No, I don't feel uncomfortable anywhere."
The four men standing nearby were a little jealous when they saw this scene; they had never seen Yun Qing be so gentle with anyone before.
Ling Ye thought of how this brat cried and begged to return to the mortal realm every day, and then looked at his current quail-like appearance. He sneered and snatched him from Yun Qing's arms.
"Qingqing, this little rascal is too fat. Let me carry him. I don't want you to get tired."
Before Yun Qing could react, she felt a lightness in her arms.
Soon, the group arrived at Lingxiao Palace.
Qingyun, unable to contain her impatience, asked first, "Qingqing, what are you thinking? Which of us are you planning to choose?"
Upon hearing this, the hall fell silent. Apart from Yun Qing, everyone else held their breath in tension.