Chapter 261 The Milky Way Breaks its Gate
"So, it was the eldest brother who saved Nezha?"
After the warm and pleasant reunion, Yang Jian couldn't help but start doing the accounting.
Hearing this question, Yang Chan looked up at the sky, "Where are the stars? Why have they disappeared?"
Yang Jian gave her an annoyed look. How much time has passed? Still talking about stars? It's almost dark. There are plenty of other things to look at!
"Big brother, you're back. Is it only Third Sister I see?"
Having temporarily let Yang Chan go, Yang Jian turned his attention to Yang Jiao, his tone sour that even Master Yu Ding couldn't help but move away from him.
“It’s all fate,” Yang Jiao said innocently, not at all like she was deliberately avoiding him. “I went to the East Sea first to save a dragon, and I never expected to run into Third Sister at Chentang Pass.”
"dragon?"
Yang Jian was surprised. At that moment, Ao Bing, who was pretending to be a bracelet on Yang Jiao's wrist, flew into the air: "That's right, it's me—"
Yang Jian looked at Ao Bing, then at Nezha, and couldn't help but ask, "Are you Ao Bing, the Third Prince of the East Sea?"
"I have good taste, that's me."
Upon receiving an affirmative answer, everyone except Yao Ji and Yang Tianyou, who were unaware of the situation, widened their eyes in surprise. Ao Bing and Nezha, these two could get along peacefully?
Master Yu Ding waved his fan and looked at Yang Jiao. He really was a divine being, extraordinary, extraordinary indeed.
“It’s not just dragons,” Nezha said, changing the subject, “we also encountered a three-headed dragon.”
"A three-headed dragon?"
Yang Jian exclaimed in surprise, and Xiaotian Dog instinctively hid behind him, looking around.
Yang Jiao raised his chin and pointed at the three-pointed double-edged spear in his hand: "Look, isn't it in your hand?"
Everyone's attention then shifted to Yang Jian's weapon. "Is this the Three-Headed Flood Dragon in disguise?"
“That’s right,” Yang Jiao nodded. “If it’s a destined person and a weapon, and he chooses to be a weapon, there’s nothing I can do about it.”
The three-headed dragon, now transformed into a weapon, remained motionless. Following Yang Jiao as a destined companion was too risky; it was better to be a weapon. He had come to terms with it.
A group of people surrounded Yao Ji and Yang Tianyou, chatting and laughing. After three years of separation, everyone had so much to say.
Just then, the originally clear sky was suddenly covered by colorful auspicious clouds, shining brightly. Everyone looked up and saw Marshal Tianpeng slowly descending on the auspicious clouds.
With a clearly relaxed smile on his face, he didn't put on airs and warmly greeted Yao Ji: "Your Highness, this can be considered the end of your hardships and the beginning of happiness."
Yao Ji smiled gently, her attitude towards him still quite good. After all, she remembered that Tian Peng had spoken highly of their family in the past.
"What brings Marshal Tianpeng here?"
Upon hearing Yao Ji's question, Tian Peng laughed and said, "Naturally, I am conveying the imperial decree on behalf of His Majesty and the Empress."
He then produced a golden imperial edict and announced loudly, "The Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother have decreed that Yang Jian's act of splitting the mountain to save his mother is commendable for his filial piety. The Heavenly Court, mindful of his sincerity, hereby pardons Yao Ji and Yang Tianyou. The Heavenly Court will hold a grand banquet to announce this to the world and quell the disputes among all parties."
Upon hearing these words, Yao Ji and Yang Tianyou embraced tightly, their eyes filled with relief and gratitude for surviving the ordeal: "Thank you, Your Majesty, thank you, Your Highness."
Although Yao Ji knew this was a embellishment of the original bet, she was already very grateful that the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother, who cared so much about the heavenly rules, could actually keep their promise.
After all, in her heart, she had indeed made a mistake.
"A banquet is to be held?"
Yang Jian was happy, but he was still puzzled by the Heavenly Court's unnecessary actions. They weren't exactly on good terms, were they?
Tianpeng nodded and offered his explanation: "After all, we are family. Back then, His Majesty and the Empress had no choice but to impose punishment because of the Heavenly Laws. Now, the explanation for the punishment naturally takes into account the feelings of their younger sister, the Eldest Princess."
Seeing Yao Ji's moved expression, Yang Jiao raised an eyebrow but neither believed nor disbelieved.
"Then I won't disturb your family reunion any longer. See you at the banquet."
Tianpeng didn't say much. Although he was surprised to see Nezha, he wouldn't ask any questions at this time. He left after announcing the decree.
Watching him leave, Yang Jian frowned: "I still feel something's off. The Heavenly Court doesn't seem like a place with such human warmth."
Once bitten, twice shy; Yang Chan was extremely wary of the Heavenly Court.
"They didn't say exactly when it would be held. A day in heaven is a year on earth. Could it be that the Heavenly Court is holding back on giving away the purple aura to our elder brother?"
Yang Chan's reminder made everyone realize the truth. Yes, the Heavenly Court had indeed pardoned Yao Ji and her husband. But the purple energy that was wagered hadn't been returned yet!
"Jiao'er..."
Yao Ji looked at Yang Jiao with self-reproach, but Yang Jiao shook his head indifferently: "It's alright, we'll deal with whatever comes our way."
“Brother is right,” Yang Jian nodded, his confidence surging after splitting Peach Mountain. “No matter how long it’s delayed, we’ll have to pay for it!”
"Let's go home first."
Yang Tianyou's words were met with agreement from everyone else: "That's right, go home."
Putting aside their doubts about the Heavenly Court, the group walked towards the Yang residence amidst laughter and cheerful conversation.
"Brother, I didn't have a chance to properly introduce you earlier. This is my master, Master Yuding. He has helped me a lot."
“I know, Nezha told me.”
"Oh, how did Nezha introduce me?"
He said we look alike.
"How so? Is it his handsome appearance?"
"Uncle-Master, you're dreaming! I mean, you two are equally narcissistic!"
...
Within the Heavenly Palace, clouds and mist swirled, creating an atmosphere of solemnity and reverence.
The Queen Mother sat high in the hall, her expression cold and stern, while Ruoshui stood straight below her, her eyes showing no fear.
"Ruoshui, do you know your mistake?" The Queen Mother's voice was icy, carrying the majesty of a superior, as she looked directly at Ruoshui.
Ruoshui frowned and asked, "What have I done wrong?"
The Queen Mother's gaze sharpened, and she said sternly, "As a deity, you have indulged in worldly desires and frequently leave the Milky Way without permission, violating the heavenly rules. What is this if not wrong?"
Ruoshui, unconvinced, loudly argued: "So what if there are desires? Is that wrong? Can't immortals have emotions and desires?"
The Queen Mother sternly rebuked, "When immortals fall in love, the Three Realms are thrown into turmoil. To violate the Heavenly Laws is to err!"
Seeing that Ruoshui still looked unconvinced, the Queen Mother's eyes flickered slightly, she snorted coldly, and continued, "Ever since I took charge of the Desire Realm, I have discovered that more than one of the gods in heaven has made a mistake. You are a female immortal, so I can speak to you politely... As for Tianpeng, who has also made a mistake, we'll see how the Jade Emperor punishes him."
Upon hearing that Tianpeng was to be punished, Ruoshui instantly flew into a rage, her eyes reddening as she questioned, "Wasn't Yaoji pardoned? And a banquet is being held for her, so why can't we?"
A faint smile appeared on the Queen Mother's lips as she deliberately misled the situation: "Yao Ji's matter is naturally different from yours."
"You're showing favoritism!" Ruoshui accused angrily, her aura becoming disordered.
The Queen Mother's face darkened: "Insolence!"
The two exchanged words, their emotions growing increasingly agitated. Ruoshui's anger burned fiercely, no longer able to be suppressed. Her emotions, like an out-of-control torrent, instantly affected Tianhe.
A sudden roar came from the direction of the Milky Way, and the water of the Milky Way broke free from its restraints and rushed out of the sluice gate...
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