Fang Miaomiao, Cai Cuicui, Ji Xiaofen, and Ji Xiaolan stood at the entrance to the Great Thousand World, their eyes filled with amazement and curiosity.
Here, clouds and mist swirled, ethereal energy permeated the air, and exotic flowers and rare herbs exuded captivating fragrances; every inch of air seemed to brimming with life.
A crystal-clear stream meandered through the landscape, its depths visible, where fish darted and frolicked joyfully.
Distant mountains appeared and disappeared, like a traditional Chinese ink painting in a fairyland, breathtakingly beautiful.
Fang Miaomiao couldn't help but exclaim, her voice filled with delight.
"This place is simply where immortals live!"
Cai Cuicui nodded repeatedly, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
Fang Xian smiled as he looked at them, his eyes filled with tenderness and pride.
"Mom and Dad, let's go meet your daughters-in-law!"
Fang Miaomiao and Cai Cuicui were overjoyed, repeatedly saying,
"Yes, yes, yes!"
Ji Xiaofen and Ji Xiaolan, however, were a little nervous and at a loss.
Fang Xian noticed their worries and gently took their slender hands, saying softly,
"Don't worry, you'll all get along well."
Feeling Fang Xian's warmth, Ji Xiaofen and Ji Xiaolan's concerns instantly vanished.
"Mm."
"We'll listen to our husbands."
Fang Xian smiled slightly, conjuring a halo that enveloped everyone.
He controlled the entire Great Thousand World; with a mere thought, they appeared in his "underground headquarters."
In the blink of an eye, a vast underground space unfolded before them.
A towering tree stood in the center of the space, its trunk so thick that it would take more than a dozen people holding hands to encircle it.
The lush foliage stretched out in all directions, like a giant green parasol, almost completely covering the underground space.
Just then, a group of women dressed in gorgeous attire surged in from all directions; they were Fang Xian's 71 daughters-in-law.
Each face beamed with a sweet smile, their eyes sparkling with joy.
They had received Fang Xian's message two days prior and had prepared in advance to welcome their arrival.
The 22 daughters-in-law leading the way were Fang Xian's wives from Blue Star.
Lin Mengqian was the first to run to the elderly couple, curtsying slightly, her face adorned with a shy yet warm smile.
Xue Nai's eyes sparkled, her hands clasped in front of her, and she said sweetly:
"Dad, Mom, you've finally arrived! We've been waiting for so long!"
Her voice was clear and melodious, like a mountain spring flowing into the hearts of the elderly couple.
Chen Tingxuan winked mischievously, her smile radiant.
"Dad, Mom, isn't it nice here? Let's stay here from now on!"
Chuixue, her cheeks flushed, smiled and took Cai Cuicui's hand affectionately, saying,
"Mom, look at us! We're family now!"
Following Chuixue's gesture, the remaining wives greeted them in unison.
"Dad, Mom, we are all your daughters-in-law."
Looking at this group of lovely daughters-in-law, Cai Cuicui's eyes welled up with tears. She gently stroked their hair, her voice trembling slightly.
"Good, good, you're all good children!"
Fang Miaomiao nodded with a smile, her eyes filled with joy and satisfaction.
Then, the two elders took out carefully prepared gifts from their bags.
The gifts were varied: some were exquisite jewelry, others beautiful clothing, and still others precious handicrafts. Each gift was imbued with their deep love and blessings for their daughters-in-law.
The daughters-in-law received the gifts, their eyes glistening with emotion.
They gathered around the elderly couple, chattering with words of gratitude, filling the underground space with a warm and joyful atmosphere.
Joel's eyes were filled with sincerity and expectation as he gently held the small hands of Ji Xiaofen and Ji Xiaolan.
"Welcome, my two little sisters, to our big family."
"Welcome, welcome!"
Nami echoed, her smile as bright as sunshine, instantly dispelling any hint of awkwardness in their hearts.
"Thank you."
"Thank you."
Ji Xiaofen and Ji Xiaolan were touched and also offered them gifts.
Similarly, the 71 wives had also prepared gifts.
Everyone exchanged gifts, enjoying a harmonious and joyful atmosphere.
At that moment, all the unfamiliarity and distance vanished, replaced by a deep sense of family affection and warmth.
Just then, the eight wives turned around, leading their children with beaming smiles.
The children were exquisitely beautiful, incredibly adorable.
The eight wives approached the elderly couple, bowing slightly, their faces radiant with sweet smiles.
Mu Yunzhi's bright eyes curved into crescents as she gently picked up a little boy and presented him to the elderly couple.
"Dad, Mom, this is my child with Fang Xian, his name is Fang Yun."
The little boy opened his round, bright eyes, curiously observing Fang Miaomiao and Cai Cuicui before him, babbling in words only he could understand, and reaching out his little hand to try and touch Fang Miaomiao's face.
Fang Miaomiao smiled broadly, quickly reaching out to carefully take the child, gently stroking his little face.
"Oh my, this little one is so pretty! He looks exactly like his dad when he was a child!"
Tang Xiaowu, carrying a little girl with pigtails, walked to her mother's side, her voice soft.
"Mom, this is our little princess, her name is Fang Wu, she's so well-behaved!"
Fang Wu gave her mother a sweet smile and called out "Grandma" in a sweet, childish voice.
Cai Cuicui's heart melted at that "Grandma," and her eyes instantly welled up with tears.
She took the child, hugged her tightly, and gently rocked her.
"My little darling, Grandma loves you so much!"
The other wives also gathered around, bringing their children one by one to the elderly couple.
The three daughters, dressed in pretty little dresses, looked like three adorable little elves, blinking their big, watery eyes and looking curiously at Fang Miaomiao and Cai Cuicui.
The five boys, full of energy, danced and giggled nearby.
The entire underground space was filled with laughter and joy; the children's laughter, as clear and melodious as silver bells, echoed in every corner.
The elderly couple, watching this lively and heartwarming scene, felt a deep sense of happiness and contentment.
They took out small gifts they had prepared beforehand—delicate toys and pretty trinkets—and distributed them to the children.
The children received the gifts, dancing with delight, repeatedly saying, "Thank you, Grandpa and Grandma!"
The family sat together, enjoying this precious time of reunion.
At this moment, all worries and weariness vanished, leaving only deep family affection and boundless joy.
Looking at this harmonious and happy scene, Fang Xian's resolve hardened; he was determined to become the strongest.
Only then could he protect what he cared about and live the life he desired.
"The extraterritorial war," he must
win.