Chapter 132 - I'll Go Deal with the Bugs
"Hmph, Fairy Luo..."
"It seems she's indeed hiding here!"
Dao Tianming's lips curled into a slight smile as he listened to the whispers coming from the restaurant beside him.
A woman of exceptional beauty and extraordinary strength, accompanied by a young daughter...
There was no doubt it was Luo Ruying and Luo Hongye!
However, he never expected that the once revered Luo Shen Empress had given herself to a mere mortal...?
Truly fallen from grace, both in body and mind...
If she had known this would happen, why did she resist marrying that esteemed individual back then...?
Dao Tianming couldn't help but shake his head slowly, feeling a sense of pity and regret for Luo Ruying marrying a mortal.
The Luo Shen Empress's unparalleled beauty in the Heavenly Realm was known far and wide.
When she ruled as an Empress, she possessed both majesty and gentleness, treating people with kindness and earning the admiration of countless individuals.
There were many who admired and respected Luo Ruying, including some old monsters who had cultivated for thousands of years.
Yet now, she was willing to marry a mere mortal. It was truly a waste...
Dao Immortal Ancestor had said that Luo Ruying was no longer of any use to the Dao Immortal Clan. Whether she lived or died didn't matter. If they couldn't bring her back, they could simply kill her...
But Luo Hongye had to be brought back, and she couldn't be harmed in any way.
So that meant he could do whatever he wanted with Luo Ruying, right~?
Even keeping her as a forbidden pleasure, like a caged bird in his hand, should be fine, shouldn't it?
The thought of the once dignified Luo Shen Empress becoming his plaything filled Dao Tianming with unspeakable excitement and thrill.
She was the goddess of many in the Heavenly Realm!
It seemed luck was on his side.
"Let's go!"
Dao Tianming didn't hesitate any longer. He quickly led his two disciples, following the silver bird to find Luo Ruying's hiding place.
As for the rumor of disappearances that the people in the restaurant were talking about, he had already chosen to ignore it.
As a dignified Immortal Venerable, what did he have to fear?
Looking at the entire mortal realm, how many could truly be his match?
The two clan disciples following behind him exchanged glances, sensing Dao Tianming's intention to capture Luo Ruying on his own.
One of them hesitated for a moment, then stepped forward and said,
"Steward Dao, the Ancestor instructed us to only locate the Luo Shen Empress and report back immediately, not to act rashly..."
"If we act on our own and go against the Ancestor's wishes, wouldn't that be... inappropriate...?"
Dao Tianming frowned, his expression displeased.
"What, are you using the Ancestor to pressure me?"
"I wouldn't dare!"
The disciple immediately lowered his head respectfully, a bead of cold sweat forming on his forehead.
"Hmph!"
"The Ancestor is being too cautious."
"Without her Immortal bones and the Exquisite Glaze Heart, can the Luo Shen Empress still be called the Luo Shen Empress?"
"She's nothing more than a minor cultivator whose cultivation hasn't even reached the Heavenly Immortal Realm!"
"Any one of you could easily capture her. What's there to worry about?"
The two clan disciples were left speechless, unable to refute his words.
Indeed, Luo Ruying was no longer the Luo Shen Empress of the past and posed no threat. It seemed there was really no need to wait for the Ancestor's further instructions.
"Our main mission is to bring Luo Hongye back to the Heavenly Realm. This is the will of that esteemed individual!"
"If you join me in bringing the child back, it will undoubtedly be a great accomplishment!"
"Not only will the Ancestor not blame us, but you will surely be rewarded!"
"Do you intend to let such an opportunity slip away?"
Dao Tianming continued to persuade the two.
A mere Luo Shen Empress, whose cultivation wasn't even at the Heavenly Immortal Realm, why would they need to disturb the Immortal Ancestor in seclusion?
Since he had already found them, he naturally couldn't miss this opportunity to show off and claim the credit!
The two clan disciples, hearing about the reward, were also swayed by Dao Tianming's words. After some hesitation, their expressions hardened, and they declared resolutely,
"We will follow your lead, Steward Dao!"
"Excellent!"
"Remember, follow me, and you won't miss out on the benefits."
Dao Tianming smiled with satisfaction, turned around, and swaggered towards the residence where Luo Ruying was staying...
...
Inside the Residence's Bedroom
Luo Ruying sat by the bedside, tending to Luo Hongye without leaving her side for a moment, her face filled with love and tenderness.
Whenever Luo Hongye's little face furrowed in pain, she would immediately send gentle spiritual energy to ease her suffering.
Yue Qingyou also remained by Luo Ruying's side, occasionally bringing clean water and towels for Luo Ruying to wipe the sweat from Luo Hongye's forehead.
As Yue Qingyou left the room with the used water, a dark figure emerged from the shadows in the courtyard.
The hidden guard placed a hand on their chest, bowed slightly, and said respectfully,
"Left Guardian!"
"What is it?"
"I told you not to appear in the residence unless it's urgent, didn't I?"
Yue Qingyou frowned slightly, her voice laced with displeasure.
If Madam accidentally noticed them, it wouldn't be good.
The hidden guard's body trembled slightly, and they knelt on one knee.
"I apologize, Left Guardian, but I do have urgent matters to report."
"It's of great importance and not suitable for transmission through sound."
"What is it?"
Hearing that it was important, Yue Qingyou didn't scold them further and asked directly.
The hidden guard immediately relayed the intelligence gathered by the hidden sentries in the city to Yue Qingyou.
"Left Guardian, someone from the Heavenly Realm has entered the city!"
"One Immortal Venerable and two Immortal Kings."
"They are currently heading towards Madam's location."
"From their conversation, it seems they're here specifically to take Madam and the little princess away!"
Upon hearing this, Yue Qingyou's expression instantly turned cold, her beautiful eyes narrowing. The wooden basin filled with water in her hand shattered into pieces!
The people the Demon Lord mentioned have finally arrived!
What a coincidence, I'm in a particularly foul mood right now!
The Demon Lord entrusted me with taking care of Madam and the little princess. This time, I won't allow even the slightest mishap!
"Keep a close watch on them!"
"Have the Night Sky Deities intercept them. Don't let them disturb Madam and the little princess."
"Don't engage them until I arrive."
"Yes!"
The hidden guard responded and swiftly vanished into the shadows.
Yue Qingyou calmly refilled a basin with clean water and brought it into the room. Then, she bowed slightly to Luo Ruying and said,
"Madam, it seems some bugs are coming to the house."
"I'll go out and deal with them."
"So they won't disturb you and the young miss."
Bugs...?
It's winter now, the season with the fewest insects.
I haven't seen any traces of mosquitoes or bugs in the house either...
Luo Ruying was puzzled, but she nodded and said gratefully,
"Alright, thank you for your trouble..."
Her attention was entirely focused on Luo Hongye at the moment, and she had no time to worry about anything else.
Yue Qingyou slowly retreated from the room, ordering Cai Se and the others to stay and take good care of Madam and the little princess. Then, she walked out of the house, heading towards Dao Tianming and his two disciples…