Rebirth of the Strongest Empress Chapter 2758: Epilogue (1)

Nestled within the Upper Realm, the opulent Heavenly Palace stands.

"Ye Qingtang, when exactly will the position be handed over to me?"

A large yellow dog, its tail wagging animatedly, fixed its gaze upon Ye Qingtang.

"Patience, just a little longer," Ye Qingtang replied, offering the canine a fleeting glance.

"Have you even considered if you can truly keep it, even if she grants it? Your meager Heavenly Dao energy wouldn't even suffice to fill the gaps between my teeth," scoffed a white tiger, addressing the yellow dog.

"Shi Tian pilfered my Heavenly Dao energy. But fret not, I can slowly cultivate it anew… there's no need for haste. However, Ye Qingtang, you must pledge to me… that you'll bestow upon me the position of Tian the moment you decide to relinquish it. Aside from myself, no one else possesses the inherent right to succeed to the position of Tian," the yellow dog adamantly stated.

A sigh escaped Ye Qingtang's lips. "Continue to wait. A mere thousand years have passed. Even with dedicated cultivation, accumulating sufficient Heavenly Dao energy will likely take eons."

"Mother!"

Moments later, a young boy, perhaps seven or eight years of age, darted into the palace. Reaching out, he eagerly nestled into Ye Qingtang's embrace.

"Tian."

Di Jiuyuan and the others subsequently entered the Heavenly Palace.

Ye Qingtang playfully pinched the boy's cheek, a gesture of affection, before gently setting him aside. She then turned her attention to Di Jiuyuan, murmuring, "Mother."

"Tian, the reconstruction of the Upper Realm is nearing completion. Our endeavors should become considerably less demanding in the foreseeable future," Di Jiuyuan conveyed with a smile.

"Indeed," Ye Qingtang responded with a slight nod. Her gaze then shifted to Ling Yan. "I haven't ventured beyond the palace walls for a millennium. I intend to explore the Lower Realm."

"Shall I accompany you?" Ling Yan inquired, a smile gracing his lips.

"There's no need. Please remain here to look after our son and daughter diligently. Ensure they do not stir up further trouble within the Upper Realm," Ye Qingtang cautioned with a sigh.

"Mother, observe this!"

No sooner had Ye Qingtang spoken than a crimson luminescence emanated from the boy's palm.

"What is this...?"

Ling Yan expressed a hint of astonishment. "The Heavenly Dao Karma Bloodline."

"Mother, Father… Sister annihilated two Immortal Buddha Divine Sects in the Upper Realm today. Am I superior to Sister now?!" The boy's countenance was alight with excitement.

"Wiped out two Immortal Buddha Divine Sects..."

A subtle twitch graced Ye Qingtang's lips.

One of these formidable Immortal Buddha Divine Sects had been founded a thousand years prior in the Upper Realm by the esteemed Nine Heavens Saint. Gaining entry to cultivate within its hallowed halls was a significant aspiration for disciples of numerous major factions. The other divine sect, conversely, owed its existence to the legendary Devil Cloud Sect Paragon…

"You two scallywags, if not for your mother holding the esteemed position of Tian, the disciples of those divine sects would have likely pummeled you into oblivion," Ye Ling declared, entering the Heavenly Palace while supporting a sweet-faced young girl.

"Father…" Ye Qingtang addressed Ye Ling.

"Your precious daughter has been causing quite a stir amongst the divine sects. The Devil Cloud Sect Paragon lodged a complaint, compelling me to retrieve her. Until she learns her lesson, these two troublesome youngsters are forbidden from leaving the palace premises," Ye Ling stated sternly.

"Alas, Brother Ye Ling, they are merely children," interjected a Perfected Immortal from the Dragon Emperor Clan, his tone amiable.

Ye Ling let out a weary sigh. "I truly struggle to manage these two little rascals. The sheer amount of discord they've sown across the Upper Realm in these past two months is staggering…"

Ye Qingtang cast a knowing glance at Ling Yan. "See? You've spoiled the children rotten."

Ling Yan blinked in mild surprise, a flicker of confusion crossing his features. "Why would you say that? From the very inception, my affections have been solely directed towards you. Any indulgence of theirs is merely an unforeseen consequence."

Ye Qingtang found herself momentarily speechless.

"Mother, it has no connection to me. It is entirely Sister's fault!" The boy's cheeks flushed slightly red.

"Mother, Father… it is all Brother's fault. Brother brought me there. He stood by and encouraged me to display my might…" The young girl appeared quite wronged.