Free Web NovelChapter 265: Chapter 265: Arrival of the Empress
In the deep heart of the SSS rank polluted zone, Han Soi and Cang Yuze fought side by side with their men. Dark mist covered everything. The ground was black and cracked. Strange, twisted trees grew everywhere, giving off a heavy, dangerous feeling. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com
Numerous polluted beasts attacked them from all directions. Some beasts were huge with sharp claws and glowing red eyes.
Others were fast and sneaky, jumping out from the black mist. The air smelled rotten and heavy.
Han Soi swung his long silver sword, which glowed with powerful energy. Every swing cut through several beasts at once.
Cang Yuze fought with a pair of golden gauntlets that shone brightly. He punched forward, sending strong waves of energy that crushed the beasts in front of him.
Their men fought bravely around them, using artifacts and their own beast forms to kill the polluted creatures.
After killing a large group of beasts, Han Soi and Cang Yuze stood back to back, breathing heavily but staying alert.
"We have been through this polluted zone many times already," Han Soi said while wiping blood from his sword. "But we still have not found the core."
Cang Yuze nodded as he crushed another beast with his gauntlet. "Yes. This zone is much bigger and more dangerous than normal. The core must be hidden very well. As long as we do not destroy the core, the zone will keep producing more beasts."
Just then, a huge SS rank polluted beast charged toward them. It had thick black scales and sharp horns. Its roar shook the ground.
Han Soi and Cang Yuze moved at the same time. Han Soi jumped high and slashed down with his glowing sword. Cang Yuze punched upward with full power. Their combined attack cut through the beast’s defense and killed it in one strike.
When the SS rank beast fell, a bright light appeared from its body. Several rare treasures dropped onto the ground... shining crystals, valuable herbs, and a beautiful piece of spiritual jade.
Han Soi picked up the spiritual jade. It glowed with soft, pure light. He smiled and said, "Yue Yue will definitely like this. She can use it to make accessories or help the cubs grow stronger."
Cang Yuze looked at the treasures and nodded. "She has been working so hard purifying everything. When we go back, we will give her all these things. It will make her happy."
The two men continued fighting while talking.
"We need to find the core soon," Cang Yuze said as he punched another beast. "The longer this zone stays, the more dangerous it becomes for the entire empire."
Han Soi slashed through two more beasts and replied, "Yes. The crack in the orb is still there. Even if the zone has stopped growing, something is still feeding it from inside. We cannot relax."
Their men kept fighting around them, killing polluted beasts one after another. The ground was covered with black blood and broken bodies.
After killing another wave of beasts, Han Soi looked at the treasures again and thought of Yue Yue’s gentle smile. It gave him more strength.
Cang Yuze also felt motivated. "For Yue Yue and the cubs, we must finish this quickly."
They continued moving deeper into the polluted zone, using their powerful artifacts and working together with their men. The fight was hard and dangerous, but both of them refused to give up.
The dark mist grew thicker ahead, hiding even more threats.
But Han Soi and Cang Yuze kept advancing, determined to find the core and destroy it as soon as possible.
It was another peaceful day in the Sea Palace. Yue Yue was sitting in the bright hall, playing gently with the two griffin cubs and Xiao Bai. The cubs were becoming more active every day and loved staying close to her.
Suddenly, a servant came and announced, "Your Highness, the Eighth Prince has come to visit."
Yue Yue looked up in surprise. Cang Yuzain, Cang Yuze’s youngest brother and the eighth prince, walked in with a warm smile on his face.
"Sister in law," he greeted her kindly. "How are you and the little ones?"
Yue Yue smiled back and replied softly, "We are all fine. Thank you for coming to visit."
They chatted warmly for a few minutes. Cang Yuzain asked about the cubs and how she was feeling after everything that had happened. He was gentle and easy to talk to.
Then he said with a playful smile, "I brought someone to meet you. I hope you do not mind."
Yue Yue was stunned. Before she could ask who it was, a beautiful woman entered the hall.
The woman was elegant and graceful. She had long flowing hair, gentle eyes, and a warm, motherly aura. She was so beautiful that Yue Yue’s mouth opened slightly in surprise.
The woman walked forward, took Yue Yue’s hands gently in hers, and said with a kind smile, "You must be Yue Yue, right? You are so beautiful. No wonder my cold son was completely smitten by you."
Yue Yue was stunned. She blinked a few times and asked hesitantly, "And you are...?"
The woman smiled brightly and replied, "Of course I am that brat’s mother... your mother in law." The woman chuckled.
Yue Yue’s eyes widened in shock. She was meeting her mother in law right now? Her heart started beating fast and she instantly became nervous. She had not expected this visit at all.
But her mother in law was very easy going. She laughed softly and said, "Do not be so nervous, my dear. I just wanted to see the girl who stole my son’s heart. And look at these adorable cubs! They are so cute."
She leaned down and gently touched one of the griffin cubs’ heads. The little one chirped softly and did not seem afraid.
Yue Yue tried to calm herself and said politely, "It is an honor to meet you, Lady, I... I did not know you would come so soon." ƒгeeweɓn૦vel.com
Her mother in law waved her hand lightly and joked, "Oh, do not call me Lady so formally. Just relax. I heard about the trouble with the polluted zone and wanted to check on everyone. Especially on the new daughter in law and my grandbabies."
She sat down comfortably and continued chatting in a warm, friendly way. She asked Yue Yue about her life, how she was taking care of the cubs, and even teased her a little about how Cang Yuze had changed since meeting her.
Yue Yue slowly felt less nervous. Her mother in law was kind and easy to talk to. She even played gently with the cubs, making them chirp happily.
Xiao Bai also came closer, curious about the new person. The woman stroked his head softly and said, "What a lovely little one. You are all such a beautiful family."
Yue Yue smiled shyly. Even though she was still a little nervous, she felt warmth in her heart. Meeting her mother in law like this was unexpected, but it was turning out to be a gentle and comforting moment.
She had never thought that the empress of the Sea Empire would be this easy going.
Yue Yue looked at the beautiful lady who was stroking little Xiao Bai’s head, and even her Xiao Bai, who generally avoids strangers, was leaning comfortably in her arms.
