Chapter 424: Medusa's Pregnancy and the Anomaly at Executioner City's Spirit Array
Northern Dark Continent, Capital City's Teleportation Array.
When Xiao Tiance emerged from the teleportation array with Jiu Yuan and the Dragon Sovereign, he was greeted by Xiao Xuan, who had been waiting with several disciples for quite some time.
"Tiance! Master!"
They approached with bright smiles, having received word of his return in advance.
Xiao Tiance returned the embrace with Xiao Xuan and glanced at his four disciples, satisfaction evident in his eyes.
A Surprising Revelation
Xiao Xuan chuckled with excitement.
"Tiance, you've returned just in time! I have great news for you."
Hearing the words great news, the disciples exchanged knowing glances and mysterious smiles. Xiao Tiance's curiosity was piqued.
"Oh? What's the good news?" he asked.
Xiao Xuan grinned mischievously.
"You'll find out as soon as you return to the Tiance Manor."
Purple Yan chimed in with a playful smile.
"That's right, Master. We guarantee you'll be thrilled once you hear it!"
Xiao Tiance raised a brow but chose to humor them.
"Alright, since I'll find out soon enough, I won't press you for answers."
He turned to the Dragon Sovereign.
"Allow me to introduce our newly recruited ally Dragon Sovereign, a seasoned Spirit Rank Heavenly Sovereign whose name has long echoed throughout the Great Thousand World."
The disciples and Xiao Xuan immediately bowed in respect.
"Greetings, Dragon Sovereign. Welcome to White Jade Capital!"
The Dragon Sovereign responded warmly.
"Haha, it's an honor to join White Jade Capital."
Xiao Tiance smiled and instructed Xiao Xuan,
"Xuan ge, please handle the arrangements for Dragon Sovereign. I'll explain more once I've returned to the manor."
Xiao Xuan nodded.
"Rest assured, I'll take care of it."
After a polite nod to the Dragon Sovereign and Jiu Yuan, Xiao Tiance's figure flickered and vanished.
Tiance Manor: A Joyful Discovery
Upon arriving at the ninth floor of Tiance Manor, Xiao Tiance was greeted by Medusa's radiant smile. However, unlike usual, she didn't rush to embrace him. Instead, her hands instinctively rested on her abdomen.
Xiao Tiance froze for a moment before recalling Xiao Xuan's cryptic words about the surprise waiting for him at the manor. The realization dawned on him this had to do with Medusa. Her gesture further confirmed it.
His pupils contracted sharply, and he appeared beside her in an instant, using his soul power to inspect her condition. Moments later, joy overwhelmed him as he sensed a faint, delicate life force emanating from her womb.
"Medusa... you're... with child?"
Though he was certain, the words trembled from his lips, disbelief mingling with excitement.
Medusa nodded softly, her eyes filled with maternal warmth as she gently caressed her abdomen. She looked every bit the serene, doting mother.
"Yes."
A moment of silence was shattered by Xiao Tiance's exuberant laughter.
"Hahaha! Wonderful! Wonderful! I, Xiao Tiance, am finally going to be a father!"
In his joy, he kissed Medusa on the forehead. Medusa's gentle smile deepened, and she confessed,
"I'm glad you're happy. I was worried that you might not want children."
Her confession caught Xiao Tiance off guard. He immediately embraced her, his voice warm and soothing.
**"Why would I not? I love the idea of having a child. It's true that in the past, I was consumed by my cultivation and responsibilities, leaving no room for such thoughts.
But now, White Jade Capital is established, and its strength is rapidly growing. This child's arrival couldn't be more perfectly timed.
That said, I had planned to take you on a journey across the Great Thousand World once I returned. Now that you're with child, we'll need to stay in the capital until the baby is born."**
Medusa leaned into his embrace, her face glowing with happiness.
"If my husband wishes to travel, I'll accompany you. Our Serpent Clan's pregnancies are quite different from humans'. It's unlikely this child will be born in just ten months, so we needn't worry about it."
Her voice turned playful as she asked,
"By the way, my husband, do you prefer a boy or a girl?"
Xiao Tiance was caught off guard.
"Boy or girl? I haven't thought about it."
Medusa pouted adorably.
"That won't do. You have to give me an answer right now!"
Faced with her mischievous demand, Xiao Tiance couldn't help but laugh. Medusa's beauty was enchanting enough to disarm anyone, and her playful demeanor made her utterly irresistible.
After a brief pause, he finally replied,
**"Boy or girl, I'll love them just the same. If it's a boy, the two of us will protect you together. If it's a girl, I'll protect you both.
But if I absolutely had to choose... I'd hope for a girl."**
Medusa's curiosity was piqued.
"Why a girl?"
Xiao Tiance chuckled.
**"Daughters are said to be their fathers' past life sweethearts, their little angels. Besides, with your stunning beauty and my decent looks, our daughter would be breathtaking.
She might not surpass the legendary goddess of the Luo God Clan, but she would certainly be unparalleled in her charm."**
Medusa huffed in mock jealousy but couldn't hide her smile.
A Growing Family and a Secure Future
Xiao Tiance's return to White Jade Capital marked a joyful new chapter, with Medusa's pregnancy bringing hope and excitement. As the couple shared their dreams for the future, they also prepared for the challenges that lay ahead, knowing their growing family would strengthen their resolve.
Medusa's gentle hand on her belly symbolized not just new life but also the unity and love that had carried them through countless trials.
"Then I don't want a daughter. I want a son, so you and our son can protect me together."
Medusa pouted coquettishly again, leaving Xiao Tiance stunned. He couldn't help but pull her into a passionate kiss, rendering all her complaints meaningless.
After a long while, Medusa finally stopped her playful demands. The warmth and affection she felt from Xiao Tiance had erased all her earlier worries.
Sitting with Medusa in his arms, Xiao Tiance gently proposed,
"My dear, we haven't held a wedding ceremony yet. Now that you're expecting, how about we move it forward?"
"Move it forward?"
Medusa blinked in surprise. They had discussed having the ceremony once White Jade Capital's affairs had stabilized, but Lin Dong's sudden departure for the Ice Spirit Clan had delayed their plans. Now that she was pregnant, the matter couldn't be postponed any longer.
Xiao Tiance smiled and continued,
"Yes. Just like the sect inauguration, I'll send invitations to all the first and second tier forces of the Great Thousand World. I'll ensure you have a wedding no one will ever forget."
With his current standing, he was confident that no force would dare ignore his invitation, especially after the news of him injuring Mo Hetian during the sect inauguration had spread.
Though Medusa was touched by his words, she couldn't help but worry about the extravagance. Shaking her head gently, she said,
**"Husband, there's no need for so much trouble. Let's keep it simple just invite White Jade Capital's members to attend.
By the way, I have something else to tell you. Lord Mo Yang from Executioner City sent word that their spiritual array seemed to have been activated briefly, though it disappeared shortly after.
He mentioned that when the Heavenly Dao Sect's protective spirit array behaved similarly, it wasn't long before the extradimensional demons invaded.
I didn't tell you earlier because you were with Lin Dong at the Ice Spirit Clan, and I didn't want to disturb you. Not even Xuan ge knows about this."**
Her face reflected her worry as she spoke.
Xiao Tiance's expression turned serious. While he wasn't too concerned about the Evil God breaking free the seal wasn't in the northern part of the Great Thousand World and was guarded by the Demon Suppressing King he couldn't ignore the possibility of an extradimensional demon invasion.
In terms of power, extradimensional demons were categorized as follows:
General tier: Equivalent to Earth Supreme Perfection.
King tier: Comparable to those touching the Heavenly Sovereign level.
Emperor tier: At the Half Step Heavenly Sovereign level.
Heavenly Sovereigns (Demon Emperors):
Phantom Demon Emperor: Comparable to Spirit Rank Heavenly Sovereigns.
Profound Demon Emperor: Comparable to Celestial Rank Heavenly Sovereigns.
Sky Demon Emperor: Comparable to Saint Rank Heavenly Sovereigns.
With his current strength, Xiao Tiance was confident he could defeat a low tier Sky Demon Emperor, but killing one would prove difficult. Below that, he had no fear, given his dual mastery in Battle Arrays and Spirit Arrays and his status as a grandmaster alchemist.
"When did this happen?" he asked calmly.
Medusa replied,
"It was on the third day after you left White Jade Capital with Lin Dong. I later asked Lord Mo Yang for updates, but there haven't been any anomalies since. That's why I didn't inform you earlier."
Xiao Tiance nodded thoughtfully.
**"In that case, we'll do as you suggest. The extradimensional demons are ruthless and bloodthirsty. If they break through the northern defenses of the Great Thousand World, White Jade Capital will be their first target.
It's precisely for this reason that the Great Thousand Palace dropped their pursuit of me for using heavenly lightning to kill Feng Mingtian.
For now, don't worry about these matters. Focus on your health, staying happy, and preparing for our wedding. After that, take care of yourself and our child.
By the way, I recall that your Serpent Clan requires something akin to the Heavenly Soul Blood Fusion Pill to safeguard pregnancies, correct?"**
Medusa nodded, her voice soft.
**"Yes. According to the records of my clan, there are three levels of methods to protect a pregnancy.
The basic method uses common energy rich herbs to nourish the fetus, but the child's strength would be limited to the Dou Emperor realm.
The intermediate method uses a sixth tier pill called the Serpent Marrow Rebirth Pill, which allows the child to reach the Dou Ancestor realm. That's how I was nurtured.
The advanced method requires a seventh tier pill, the Heavenly Soul Blood Fusion Pill, which gives the child unlimited potential. However, the Serpent Clan couldn't obtain such a pill back then."**
Xiao Tiance chuckled, exuding confidence.
**"My child doesn't need some low grade seventh tier pill. Don't worry about this, my dear I'll handle it.
As a grandmaster alchemist, if I had to rely on something as mediocre as a seventh tier pill, I'd be a laughingstock. I'll ensure our child has the best of the best."**
He wasn't exaggerating. Back in the Dou Qi Continent, a seventh tier pill was indeed rare. But for Xiao Tiance, such pills were akin to scraps, far below his current capabilities.
The Earth Essence he had obtained from Tian Luo was a rare and precious resource, perfect for nourishing the fetus. Additionally, he had countless treasures at his disposal, from those left behind by the Heavenly Dao Sect to the vast array of materials offered during the sect inauguration by Mo Hetian.
Medusa smiled sweetly.
"Thank you, my husband. With a grandmaster alchemist like you, I have nothing to worry about."
Xiao Tiance laughed heartily.
**"Good. Leave it to me.
But for now, the priority is to investigate whether extradimensional demons are truly active near Executioner City. Rest well while I speak to Xuan ge and arrange for the wedding. After that, I'll take people to Executioner City to investigate.
If demons have infiltrated, even if the damage is minimal, it would be a blow to White Jade Capital's reputation."**
Releasing Medusa from his embrace, he stood up and said warmly,
"Take care of yourself. I'll be back soon."
Medusa wrapped her arms around him, whispering,
"Be careful, my husband. Please, stay safe."
Xiao Tiance held her slender waist, kissed her forehead, and reassured her with a smile.
"Don't worry. At most, I'll be gone a month maybe just a few days. Rest well, my love."
"I'll wait for your safe return." Medusa smiled gently as she watched him leave.
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