But he was not a chess piece, because he always stayed behind the scenes.
However, he couldn't become a chess player either, because he wasn't strong enough yet.
"Hmm, husband." Lady Yan responded softly, then added, "Don't worry, with Xiaozhao around, I'll always retain some humanity."
As Lady Yan spoke, a black crow flew out from within the Ghost Realm and mischievously perched on her shoulder, energetically calling: "Mother!"
Upon hearing the call of "mother," a hint of human warmth appeared in Lady Yan's otherwise indifferent divine gaze.
The crow also called out to Li Yuan, who was about to turn away, "Father, let's have a meal together."
Li Yuan smiled and said, "Alright."
With that, he went to move a large stone.
But before he could act, Lady Yan said, "Leave the household matters to me."
These familiar words traveled across a distant time.
Li Yuan halted his steps.
