Fox Demon: Why did your brother beat you up every day at the beginning of the month?

"Here's the agreed-upon money; you've won the bet after all."

Dongfang Haoyang scratched his cheek and smiled faintly, placing a pot of sake in front of the fortune teller's grave with a hint of regret in his eyes.

"If I had arrived earlier that time, maybe none of this would have happened..."

Dongfang Haoyang sat in front of the tomb, took a sip of wine from the wine pot in his hand, and looked up at the sky.

"You stinky cockroach, what are you saying..." Tu Shan Ya Ya blushed, remembering the prophecy the fortune teller had given her and Hao Yang, and turned her face away.

"Ah, Ya Ya is actually shy, we've been married for so long..." Dongfang Haoyang had just sat on the ground and was teasing Ya Ya with a smile when Tu Shan Ya Ya headbutted him in her arms in embarrassment and indignation.

"I was just joking, don't take it so seriously." Dongfang Haoyang rubbed his hands helplessly, his little head nuzzling against his chest.

"Alright, alright, Rongrong, you don't need to join in the fun anymore..."

He turned around and looked at Rongrong, who was hugging his neck from behind, and smiled helplessly.

"Hehe, the fortune teller also did a reading for Rongrong, and of course it was accurate."

Tu Shan Rongrong hugged Haoyang's back tightly and rubbed against him.

"Ah, that's why I'm offering a fourfold bet..."

Dongfang Haoyang rubbed the little heads of Ya Ya and Rong Rong, who were pressed against his chest and back, and smiled helplessly.

The two demons and one person stood up and respectfully bowed to the tombstone of the fortune teller.

"Although there were some twists and turns, the outcome was ultimately good, and it would be even better if you could see it..."

After Haoyang Rongrong and Yaya finished their prayers, they walked to the tombstone inscribed with "Little Taoist Priest" to pay their respects to Yuechu and Honghong.

"Brother, it's all done here."

Dongfang Yuechu looked at his brother and Rongrong Yaya, his eyes filled with a rare seriousness.

"Ah, we're done here. Let's go pay respects to our parents at Yuechu's grave." Dongfang Haoyang said, ruffling Yuechu's hair, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

Thinking back, so many years have passed, Haoyang still remembers his mother Qin Lan's face, and how she would always ask him to buy her candied hawthorns, all while keeping it a secret from his father.

Upon reaching the two largest and most ornate tombstones in the cemetery, Haoyang and Yuechu knelt down. Tushan Honghong, Yaya, and Rongrong knelt down behind them as well, and the group of people and demons kowtowed three times.

"Brother, aren't our parents supposed to be frugal? This tombstone you've built is a bit too big..."

"I feel like it's a bit too small... If Mom and Dad want to complain, they can complain about me instead."

Dongfang Haoyang respectfully placed three incense sticks in the incense burner. Honghong and Rongrong set out fresh offerings. Tushan Yaya took a broom and carefully swept every corner in front of the two large tombstones.

Dongfang Yuechu chuckled as he stuck strings of candied hawthorns into his mother's incense burner.

"Idiot! Don't do such unnecessary things! Be serious!" Dongfang Haoyang punched Yuechu on the head, leaving a big bump.

"Ouch! Brother, why did you hit me? Doesn't Mother love sesame candied hawthorns the most...?"

"You idiot, you can't stick it here!" Dongfang Haoyang said, pulling the candied hawthorn off and throwing it into the fire. Soon, the golden divine fire melted the candied hawthorn.

"We have to cook it in the fire like this so that Mom can eat it..."

"I see..."

"Um……"

The two of them tacitly pulled a large bag of candied hawthorns from their storage bags, intending to throw them into the fire.

"You two are not allowed to waste food!"

Tu Shan Rongrong slammed the abacus into the ground with a thud, then gently tapped her own Haoyang on the head.

"Why destroy all this delicious food? We should offer it as a sacrifice so that the rest can be eaten by people."

As Tu Shan Rongrong spoke, she arranged several plates of candied hawthorns, placed them beside the tombstone, bowed respectfully, and lit three incense sticks.

"I'm sorry... Rongrong."

"No, I should be the one apologizing. Although I really wanted to burn more of the past, it was your decision after all..."

"I know, Rongrong did a great job."

"Idiot, you could have refused me..."

"Hey, it's time to burn paper money."

"Ah, I'll be right there."

With a smile, Dongfang Haoyang held Rongrong's hand and walked towards Ya Ya and the others. After paying their respects to Yuechu and Haoyang's parents, the group returned to Tushan.

…………

"Ah, boss, boss."

At the entrance of Tushan, Haoyang and his group had just returned to Tushan when they saw Jin Linling standing at the entrance, waving excitedly at everyone.

"Well then, I won't bother you any longer. Honghong and I will head back now."

"Yes, remember to indulge in beauty less and exercise more, or you might die young."

Dongfang Haoyang crossed his arms and looked helplessly at Yuechu. He now had the authority of the Heavenly Dao, and Yuechu was clearly lacking in energy, with much less firepower in his body.

Dongfang Yuechu's lips twitched and his face flushed slightly.

"Hey! Brother, it's not appropriate for you to say that to me!" Dongfang Yuechu looked at Tu Shan Ya Ya and Tu Shan Hong Hong, who were studying something to the side.

"Sigh, what can I do? Your brother has the Pure Yang Holy Body~"

"Ugh, this is so annoying! Goodbye, big brother!" Dongfang Yuechu said, waving his hand resentfully as he prepared to leave.

"Feed him." Dongfang Haoyang called out to Yuechu.

"What's wrong now, brother?"

As soon as Dongfang Yuechu turned around, a bottle of golden pills was thrown at him.

He opened his hand, caught it, and took a look.

"Nine-Turn Golden Elixir?!"

"Hmm, this is the enhanced version. It should be more than ten times more effective. After finishing this bottle, you'll probably live for over a thousand years. However, the potency is quite strong, so it's best to take it in moderation."

Dongfang Haoyang said something meaningful to Yuechu, then walked towards Jinlinling with his hands behind his head.

"Hey, boss!"

"Oh, no need to shout, I'm right here. Just tell me what's wrong."

"Great news! It's about Chu Batian and Yue Tixia. They made a vow under the Bitter Love Tree today."

"Really? They're really slow... Didn't they confirm their relationship years ago? Why are they taking so long? I even prepared a generous gift for them..."

"Hey, boss, wanna go check it out? They're making their vows under the Bitter Love Tree today!"

"Wait, what did you just say?! Aren't they demons?! Why would they form a bond of reincarnation under the Bitter Love Tree?!"

"Yeah, right, but I don't know the specifics. I heard it was Yue Tixia who proposed it, apparently because of that incident more than ten years ago."

"Is that so..." Dongfang Haoyang nodded slightly.

"Okay, I understand."

"Then I'll go watch the fun first, you guys hurry up, or it might be over." Jinling Ling said, turning into a golden light and flying towards the direction of the Bitter Love Tree.

Dongfang Haoyang sighed. This guy's got way too much free time...

Now, Jinlinling's territory, Huangfengling, has been completely integrated into Tushan and is now managed by Kong Qing and Yang Tian. Jinlinling can be said to be completely liberated, and now he also holds the position of elder under the Dao Alliance.

Yueyue receives double salaries from Huangfengling and the Dao Alliance, and she doesn't have to do anything. She spends her days traveling and playing games, and occasionally arranges marriages between monsters and humans. She's practically a matchmaker.

"Oh well, there's really no way... Rong'er, Ya'er, why don't you go?"

Haoyang originally didn't like joining in on this kind of fun, but

Dongfang Haoyang looked at the two demons who were standing still, making noises.

"Huh? Oh, okay. Let's go."

"Hahaha……"

"Hmm?! Something's suspicious. What are you two up to? Let me see~"

Dongfang Haoyang watched as the two women hid the things they were holding behind their backs, his eyes filled with curiosity.

"No, no, let's hurry up and get going, hehe~"

Dongfang Haoyang was pushed by Tu Shan Ya Ya and Tu Shan Rong Rong as they entered the Tu Shan gate.

"Hey, just let me take a look."

"I don't want to show this to those stinky cockroaches, hehehe."

Tu Shan Ya Ya stuffed the things directly into the big bear, and the two girls pushed Hao Yang towards the tree.

In fact, Dongfang Haoyang could sense through his supernatural powers that they were two red pills exuding a mysterious aura.

Honestly, you two little gluttons. If you want to eat something, just tell me.

Soon, the two demons and one person passed through the teleportation portal and arrived at the Bitter Love Tree.

"Wow, haha! It's so lively!" Tu Shan Ya Ya's eyes lit up as she looked at the Tu Shan demons and Taoists gathered around the Bitter Love Tree, which was surrounded by three or four layers of people.

This kind of scene only happened on the day my sister and the dead cockroach rekindled their bond.

There are usually quite a few people, but it's rather rare to see a place so crowded that it can't accommodate everyone.

"Okay, let's go." Dongfang Haoyang led Ya Ya and Rong Rong to the innermost part in a flash, where several Tiger Might Army soldiers saw their Daoist.

Qi Qi flashed in front of him and knelt down on one knee.

"Master Dao, we'll clear a path for you right away."

"It's alright, let's not spoil everyone's enjoyment of the lively atmosphere."

"Yes!" The Tiger Might Army soldiers vanished from their spot in an instant.

"The Demon Emperor level used to be the pinnacle of cultivation for both demons and humans, but now it's become the threshold for the Tiger Might Army. Things have really changed."

Tu Shan Rongrong held Haoyang's arm and said calmly.

"Hehe, now our Tushan is the most powerful, even Aolai Kingdom has to rank second, so it's only natural that it's so lively."

Dongfang Haoyang smiled faintly. Now the world is at peace, and most of the conflict between humans and demons has been resolved. Legendary figures like the Third Young Master and Six Ears have mostly chosen to retire.

Even Haoyang himself rarely appears in the public eye anymore.

Beneath the Bitter Love Tree, Chu Batian and Yue Tixia knelt before the giant tree, reciting vows of reincarnation.

The surrounding monsters and humans watched with great interest.

As the oath was concluded, the two demons stood up.

"I'm sorry, Chu Batian, I'm making you do this unnecessary thing..."

"No, there's no need for that between us. I'm already content with winning your heart. I'd be willing to do it a thousand times over."

Chu Batian looked at Yue Tixia with tender eyes and gently plucked a few pink petals from her head.

"I'm sorry, please forgive my stubbornness..."

Yue Tixia bowed slightly to Chu Batian.

Even after more than ten years, Yue Tixia still couldn't get over that hurdle in her heart—that failed attempt to rekindle their relationship.

That unworthy, failed attempt at rekindling the relationship...

That had always been her inner demon, thankfully

With this clumsy fox demon by his side for over a decade, he finally had the courage to confront his own heart.

"Moonlit Lament, don't worry, I won't leave this time, and this time I'll protect you!"

Chu Batian's lips curled up, revealing a hearty smile.

"Now that Tushan has a benefactor, even those creatures cannot cause trouble in this world."

"Little fox demon..." Yue Tixia was stunned for a moment, then her lips curled up and she smiled.

"You really do look a bit like Er Shi, Chu Batian."

"By the way, regarding the bride price..."

"That's actually unnecessary. The clan just wanted to test your sincerity. My dowry is already prepared."

"Oh! That won't do. It was Daoist Master's personal order. He said it concerns the reputation of Tushan and gave me more than 100,000 taels of silver as a betrothal gift to be sent to the Great Forest."

"Wow... that's way too much! Daoist Master is really rich..."

"No, it's mainly because it was given by Rongrong, and it can also be considered as proof of the friendship between Tushan and the Gushu Yuetixia clan."

"Of course, this is not a political marriage. I genuinely like you, Yue'er."

Yue Tixia covered her face, her cheeks turning bright red.

"Idiot, you idiot! There are so many people here, I'll be embarrassed to say something like that... Let's talk about it when we get home..."

"Ah, sorry, sorry." At this point, more than half of the crowd surrounding the Bitter Love Tree had left.

"Honestly, I thought it would fail like last time. Demons forming a reincarnation bond, what a disappointment..."

"That's right, that's right..."

Dongfang Haoyang's lips twitched violently, and he secretly exchanged a glance with Hu Da and Hu Er, who were wearing invisibility talismans.

"Send all those who make sarcastic remarks to jail for a thorough overhaul, understand?"

"Don't worry, Master Dao, we'll take care of these things!"

Tiger One and Tiger Two clasped their hands in a fist salute and led the Tiger Might Army off to do their work. They could let go of the ordinary people who were just bored and watching the show, but this was about Commander Chu Batian of Silver Moon, their capable subordinate, and they had to deal with it seriously.

"But Chu Batian is really something, can I even tell him about the betrothal gifts I gave him...?"

Although Chu Batian and Chu Ling'er have saved enough money over the years to live on for several lifetimes, that's for themselves. As top experts of Tushan and the face of Tushan, Haoyang wouldn't allow his brother to get married in a undignified manner; the ceremony had to be the most impressive.

"Ah, let's punish him by making him a live-in son-in-law, Rongrong, what do you think?"

Tu Shan Rongrong looked at her husband with a smile on her face.

"Absolutely not! Otherwise, the 10 silver notes that Tushan invested would be completely wasted. We're not doing charity; it would be foolish not to make money, wouldn't it, my good husband?"

"Alright, alright, I've already stepped down. Whatever your plans are, just go ahead and do them. Of course, you still have to follow the rules."

"Of course, while I like money, I also despise things like capitalist monopolies."

"After all... Chu Batian and Chu Ling'er were driven out of the great forest and forced to wander because of these things..."

"Hmm...I believe you, Rongrong."

Dongfang Haoyang smiled and took Rongrong's hand. As for Ya Ya, she had already said goodbye to the two of them and gone out to have fun. Of course, there were no less than a dozen Tiger Might Army soldiers secretly following her to pay the bill.

"You really laid out my plan perfectly..."

Dongfang Haoyang led Rongrong from the front to Chu Batian and the other man.

"Master Dao! Master Dao!"

The surrounding demons and Taoist priests knelt down instantly upon seeing Dongfang Haoyang and Tushan Rongrong under the Bitter Love Tree.

Although Haoyang had repeatedly stipulated that people did not need to kneel or bow when they saw him, and that a nod was sufficient, it still did not change the behavior of the demons.

"Please rise, everyone. There's no need for that. We're just taking a stroll. Please continue."

Upon hearing this, all the demons stood up.

"Um, my benefactor..."

Dongfang Haoyang waved his hand to interrupt Chu Batian. He wasn't angry; it was all an open secret.

"Take good care of them, or I'll dock your pay for a month."

Yue Tixia held Chu Batian, who had an embarrassed smile on his face, her own face so red it could bleed.

"Uh, yes... thank you for your help."

Haoyang patted Chu Batian on the shoulder and took Rongrong's hand as they walked towards the snack street.

"Rongrong, would you like chicken strips or fish balls? Or how about some lamb skewers?"

"Hmm, Haoyang, I want to eat fried stinky tofu~"

"Um, are you sure...?"

"Hehe, just kidding~ Give me a few vegetable rolls, and some spicy rabbit legs, Ya Ya's favorite."