“And so, we’ll be leaving the Supreme Realm of Infinity and traveling to another realm for my trial and recultivation journey.” Zephyr spoke seriously to the two women standing before him.
His expression was solemn and composed, completely different from the relaxed and easygoing demeanor he usually displayed.
The seriousness in his golden eyes immediately caught their attention.
Both Yvette and Chu Qingyi listened attentively.
“So,” Zephyr continued, “I want to ask both of you something.” He paused briefly before speaking again.
“Do you wish to remain in the Supreme Realm and continue your cultivation?” “Even if you accompany me, you won’t be allowed to directly help me complete the trial or reach the Supreme Realm.” “You can stay here if you wish.” His voice was calm but sincere.
He wasn’t asking casually.
He genuinely wanted to know their thoughts.
And he wanted them to answer with the same seriousness with which he had asked the question.
For a moment, silence filled the room.
The two women lowered their gazes slightly as they considered his words.
Their expressions became thoughtful.
However, only a few seconds later, both of them looked up simultaneously.
Their eyes met.
A knowing smile appeared on each of their faces.
Without speaking, they seemed to understand exactly what the other was thinking.
Both gave a faint nod.
Then Yvette spoke first.
Her mismatched black-and-white eyes softened as she looked at him.
Affection and devotion were clearly visible within them.
“I will follow my prince.” Her melodious voice was gentle yet unwavering.
“Whether it is heaven or hell, I will go wherever you go.” A faint smile appeared on her lips.
“The place where my prince stays is the place where I belong.” There wasn’t the slightest hesitation in her words.
Only absolute devotion.
Zephyr felt warmth spread through his heart.
Before he could respond, Chu Qingyi stepped forward.
“As your Shadow…” She paused briefly.
A noticeable blush appeared on her cheeks.
Then, gathering her courage, she continued.
“And as your lover…” The moment those words left her mouth, her face immediately became even redder.
Yet despite her embarrassment, she forced herself to continue.
“It is my duty to remain by your side no matter where you go.” Her silver eyes met his.
“So I am coming as well.” Her voice was firm despite her obvious shyness.
The bold declaration completely contrasted with her flushed face.
The sight was so adorable that Zephyr almost laughed.
Almost.
Instead, his heart filled with warmth and affection.
These two truly cared for him.
Without another word, he stepped forward and pulled both women into an embrace.
The two of them froze momentarily before relaxing into his arms.
Zephyr smiled softly.
“Both of you are making me fall harder and harder in love with you.” The honesty in his voice caused their faces to brighten immediately.
Yvette and Qingyi both smiled.
A genuine, beautiful smile.
Resting comfortably against him, they looked happier than ever.
Then, standing on their tiptoes, they each kissed one of his cheeks.
“We love you too.” Their voices sounded almost simultaneously.
For a brief moment, the atmosphere became incredibly warm.
A scene that would have made anyone watching smile.
Unfortunately, the peace lasted only a few seconds.
Zephyr suddenly felt two painful pinches attack his waist from both sides.
“Ow!” He immediately cried out.
Yvette and Qingyi were both smiling sweetly.
Very sweetly.
Far too sweetly.
The kind of smile that signaled danger.
“It is very rude,” Yvette said.
“To confess to both of us at the same time,” Qingyi finished.
The two women exchanged glances before looking back at him.
Their smiles remained bright.
Their fingers, however, did not loosen in the slightest.
Even Zephyr could sense the jealousy hidden beneath their expressions.
Of course, neither woman was foolish enough to believe they would be the only women in his life forever.
They knew who he was.
And they knew the future that awaited him.
But even so…
For now…
They still wanted him all to themselves.
At least for a few more years.
Zephyr looked at the two jealous beauties and could only smile helplessly.
Somehow, being loved too much was becoming a very dangerous problem.
….
Some time later…
Inside a vast sparring chamber built specifically for Zephyr’s training sessions with his beloved Shadow, Qingyi, the sharp sounds of clashing weapons echoed continuously through the room.
Clang!
Clang!
Screech!
Sparks flew as steel met claw.
The two figures moved across the arena at incredible speeds, their silhouettes blurring as they crossed paths again and again.
Neither side showed the slightest intention of holding back.
Zephyr wasn’t wielding a weapon.
Instead, his hands had transformed into a pair of draconic claws.
The claws were snow-white in color, covered with intricate golden vein-like patterns that pulsed faintly with power.
Despite being a part of his body, they possessed durability and sharpness comparable to the finest weapons.
Even a peak Immortal Emperor-grade sword would struggle to damage them.
Across from him, Chu Qingyi held her Life-Bound Sword firmly in her grasp.
The blade emitted a faint silver glow as sword intent flowed around it.
Years of nurturing had transformed the weapon dramatically.
It was now standing at the very threshold of the Empyrean Grade, only a step away from undergoing a complete evolution.
When Zephyr had first met her, the sword had merely been a low-level Immortal Emperor-grade weapon.
Now, after years of cultivation, countless resources, and Qingyi’s relentless tempering, it had become one of the strongest weapons among Immortal Emperors.
The growth of the sword reflected the growth of its master.
Boom!
Zephyr’s claw collided directly against the edge of her blade.
The resulting shockwave spread throughout the arena, causing the surrounding defensive formations to light up briefly.
Qingyi’s silver eyes narrowed.
Sword intent surged from her body.
At the same moment, Zephyr grinned.
His golden eyes shone with excitement.
Unlike most cultivators who preferred overwhelming weaker opponents with superior cultivation, Zephyr genuinely enjoyed sparring against skilled opponents.
And Qingyi was undoubtedly one of the most talented swordswomen of her generation.
To him, every battle against her was both training and entertainment.
The two exchanged dozens of blows in the span of a few breaths.
Claw met sword.
Sword met claw.
Neither side gave an inch.
The battle looked less like a spar and more like a confrontation between two peerless geniuses.
Of course, Qingyi still held a significant advantage in cultivation.
As an Experienced Immortal Empress, her foundation and understanding far surpassed Zephyr’s current capabilities.
However, Zephyr’s bloodline, physique, and absurd combat talent allowed him to bridge a large portion of that gap.
Combined with the countless resources and teachings he had received from Ophis and Tiamat, he was capable of displaying combat power that far exceeded what should have been possible.
Another exchange sent both of them sliding backward.
For a brief moment, they stood facing each other across the arena.
Qingyi’s silver ponytail swayed gently behind her.
Zephyr flexed his draconic claws.
A smile appeared on both of their faces.
Neither intended to stop anytime soon.
After all, this was one of the few opportunities Chu Qingyi had to fight without either of them worrying about life-and-death consequences.
And more importantly— Both of them genuinely enjoyed spending time together like this.