I Possess a Scroll of Demon-Subduing Records

The combination of magical arts, science, and systems meant that even the Heavenly Court's sanctions were powerless against the mortal realm.

As for earthquakes, all the mountain gods and local deities are their own people, and thanks to Lin Yi's propaganda, these deities who have been granted titles do not dare to act arrogantly and have to protect the area properly.

If you don't do this, be careful that your mountain is felled and your temple destroyed.

Many deities feel like they've simply changed jobs, but being respected and worshipped, and having a very stable position, they naturally have no complaints.

Lin Yi has offended the Heavenly Court severely, yet no major chaos has occurred in the mortal realm. Of course, he has also paid a heavy price.

He controls his clones to run around every day, acting as both father and mother to the other. Luckily, he has the clone technique.

If he had to work at such a high intensity for three to five years, he would definitely become depressed.

This year, many things went smoothly. Jin Yu completed her apprenticeship and went out to gain experience. The relationship between the demon race and the human race was relatively harmonious. Lin Yi also recruited some talented people from the demon race to serve in the imperial court.

But amidst everything going smoothly, there was also something that worried Lin Yi the most.

That was Lingyi's state.

Her physical and mental condition were not good.

Although Lin Yi spent a lot of time with her and prepared many medicinal meals, it was only a drop in the ocean.

She would probably be happier if she had a child.

But Lin Yi had no choice. His wish had been fulfilled, and he had tried his best to sow the seeds, but there was really nothing he could do.

After much thought, Lin Yi decided to take Lingyi out for a walk.

She was originally innocent and carefree, but after marrying him, she was trapped within the palace walls. He should take her out to relax, but not as a princess.

Royal families have many rules and elaborate rituals.

Lin Yi disliked it, but he had to admit that using etiquette and hierarchy to distinguish people was indeed the most suitable way to consolidate his rule.

In earlier years, he could have spared time to streamline the bureaucratic procedures, but now he didn't want to waste his energy on such troublesome matters.

The liberation of people's minds cannot be achieved in a day or two.

It was New Year's Eve again. After arranging the sacrificial rites as usual, Lin Yi went to Lingyi's room.

Lingyi sat in front of the mirror, looking at herself, lost in thought.

"My wife, how about coming out for a stroll with me?"

Before Lingyi could react, Lin Yi swept her up in his arms and carried her out of the palace in a flash.

She hadn't flown for a long time since becoming a princess, and she couldn't help but feel nervous and scared. But feeling Lin Yi's strong and powerful body, she naturally felt at ease.

Lin Yi carried her flying around wildly, weaving and twirling amidst dazzling fireworks.

Lingyi's slightly depressed mood gradually eased.

Is there anywhere else you'd like to go?

High in the sky, Lin Yi carried Ling Yi as they flew, asking her questions as they went.

"I want to go to Mount Tai to set off fireworks and listen to your stories."

Lin Yi: "..."

His smile suddenly faded considerably.

Lin Yi knew that Mount Tai and the fireworks were very important memories for both him and Ling Yi.

They first met at Mount Tai, where he gave Lingyi some fireworks, which Lingyi mistook for a fireworks messenger.

Lin Yi wasn't preventing her from thinking about these beautiful memories; rather, he sensed a certain flag was flying.

When a person is about to die, they go for a stroll through places that hold fond memories, as if life has no regrets.

This is exactly what Lin Yi is worried about.

But soon, he smiled again and said, "Okay, let's go secretly."

Lin Yi also had some fireworks stored in his cloud bag, which he could use to set them off.

After many years, bird-shaped fireworks reappeared on Mount Tai.

Inside the temple, Ling Lin watched the fireworks, a slight thought stirring in her heart.

She knew it must be her sister and brother-in-law who had arrived.

She missed him very much, as it had been a long time.

But this time, she found herself missing someone else entirely.

Linglin felt a little flustered and scared. She subconsciously looked at Bixia to see her reaction, but saw that Bixia's expression was indifferent and she seemed unmoved.

Linglin was surprised; she had initially thought that Bixia had not lost her memory.

Otherwise, why would she have foolishly followed her sister and done something like surrogacy?

But now it seems that Bixia's expression is completely unmoved, as if she has no feelings for Lin Yi at all.

Linglin was curious, but she said nothing.

From her perspective, Bixia's hand could not be seen gently touching her abdomen.

Her eyes were indifferent, but her heart was filled with boundless tenderness.

As the fireworks lit up the sky, the usually well-behaved baby in her belly started to stir, kicking her stomach incessantly.

Perhaps this child was born with a special ability and knew that her father had come.

Bixia dared not meet Lin Yi. The child had not been born for a year, and her secrecy had already exhausted her. If she met Lin Yi again, she feared that the Eastern Heavenly Emperor would take notice.

Once he discovers he's pregnant, the baby will likely be unable to be born.

Therefore, Bixia could only act indifferent.

If two hearts truly understand each other, why bother to meet?

If two hearts do not understand each other, what is the point of meeting?

Bixia has adjusted her mindset, and now she is no longer afraid of her inner demons.

"Today's fireworks are still beautiful."

Down the mountain, Lingyi smiled and sighed, but her expression was naturally different from before.

She was as beautiful as a peach blossom back then, charming and lovely. Now she is alluring and mature, no longer as innocent as she once was.

Lin Yi couldn't help but pull her into his arms, sighing inwardly.

If he hadn't provoked her back then, Lingyi would still be that innocent and carefree little fairy, instead of turning into what she is now in just a few years.

Although her beauty remained unchanged, she had experienced far too much human suffering that she should never have had to endure.

Lingyi seemed to know what he was thinking and hugged him tightly.

This is a silent comfort.

Seeing the harmonious relationship between the couple, Yan Qingqiu felt a pang of bitterness welling up inside her.

During the Lunar New Year, Lin Yi and his princess went out to play, leaving her alone in the palace. How could she not be angry?

But seeing the warm atmosphere of the two embracing, she couldn't bear to go out and ruin it.

In this situation, she probably shouldn't have come; she seemed superfluous.

"Hmph, I'm not going to live much longer anyway, so I'm not jealous."

Yan Qingqiu muttered harsh words in his heart, but in the end, he still flew away.

Lin Yi sensed something was amiss, knowing that the fox had come and gone, and couldn't help but feel a little guilty.

Fortunately, although the fox was wicked and liked to cause trouble, it was still kind at heart.

Lin Yi felt a little guilty. Today was New Year's Eve, such an important holiday, and he had given all his attention to Ling Yi, indeed neglecting Yan Qingqiu.

This vixen didn't cause him any trouble today, but she'll definitely hold a grudge.

They were husband and wife after all. Although their relationship wasn't pure and involved a lot of exchanges of interests, it wouldn't be accurate to say that there were no feelings between them.

However, they both harbored resentment towards each other, and neither of them took any further steps towards the other.

Lin Yi wasn't one to be coy. If Yan Qingqiu was too embarrassed to come over, then she'd just go find Yan Qingqiu...

Chapter 693 You Be the King

After returning to the palace from Mount Tai, Lin Yi originally planned to go find Yan Qingqiu after Ling Yi fell asleep.

Lingyi is a mortal and needs sufficient rest, while the fox spirit is physically strong and resilient.

But Lingyi took the initiative to suggest, "Today is New Year's Eve, you should go and keep Qingqiu company."

"I'll go after you fall asleep."

Lin Yi didn't hide his thoughts, but Ling Yi shook her head and said, "Go ahead, don't be too biased, or Qingqiu will be unhappy."

Lin Yi and Yan Qingqiu have been married for so long, so Lingyi naturally knows about their relationship.

Speaking of which, she and Yan Qingqiu had met a few times before, back in Taishan Prefecture.

At that time, she never imagined that they would one day share a husband.

The fox spirit was proud and arrogant, and Lin Yi did indeed favor her more. Lingyi was pleased with Lin Yi's favoritism towards her, but she didn't want Lin Yi to continue like this.

It might take some courage for him and Yan Qingqiu to break the current deadlock.

Lingyi felt she could give him a push.

"Go ahead, I'm going to sleep right away."

Looking into her sincere eyes, Lin Yi knew she was serious, so he didn't insist any further.

He knew Lingyi's personality; beneath her gentle appearance lay a resolute heart.

She rarely made demands of him, but Lin Yi never refused any of them.

Even now.

Lingyi silently watched him leave, experiencing the scene of parting.

To watch your loved one leave while fully conscious.