Chapter 404: Farewell

Yu Zhizhi’s territory had finally been approved. Starting now, she could officially move in!

She hadn’t found a Guard Team yet, but having a territory meant she had a "home" that was truly her own!

A faint smile appeared on Louis’s face. "Congratulations."

Yu Zhizhi clutched the letter tightly. With the Divine Hall Alliance and the United Law Enforcement Team present, this was the perfect time for her to make her choice. "I think... I’ll return to my territory first. Once I’m ready, I’ll send you all invitations."

As she spoke, Yu Zhizhi looked toward Yusen. "Is that alright?"

Yusen replied softly, "Of course."

’He’d been afraid Zhi Zhi would only invite Louis, since they had made an "agreement" a long time ago.’

Atop the Sea Whale, Shen He withdrew his gaze. "...A territory."

’This result is a bit unexpected.’

’The little rabbit had never mentioned applying for one.’

’So, she’s been preparing for this all along.’

’Still, compared to the possibility of her choosing the Moon Rising Empire, it’s for the best that the little rabbit is going to her own territory.’

’This way, she won’t belong to any empire.’

Yu Zhizhi was thrilled. She finally didn’t have to choose between Louis and Yusen.

She couldn’t help but look in Zero’s direction. Even though he wore a mask, she felt certain he was watching her.

The young man from the Cat Clan gave a gentle wave.

From the Knight Alliance, Wild Dog, who had been silent for some time, spoke slowly. "Ms. Zhi Zhi, the Knight Legion can accept any commission. Do you require an escort?"

Anyone could see that Miss Rabbit was all smiles after learning she had her own territory.

Hearing Wild Dog’s offer, Yu Zhizhi nodded enthusiastically.

’An escort from the Knight Alliance would be amazing!’

The elderly councilman from the Moon Rising Empire wore a regretful expression. ’Miss Rabbit can’t stay in Moonrise now,’ he thought. ’I had a feeling she was just about to accept the Paradise Leader’s offer.’

’This territory certainly came at an opportune moment...’

"Ms. Zhi Zhi, when do you plan to set out?" Wild Dog inquired.

Of course, in her heart, Yu Zhizhi wanted to leave as soon as possible—

But after a moment of hesitation, she said softly, "Tomorrow."

Yu Zhizhi looked at Yusen. "Will you be staying the night?"

Yusen replied, "No, we’ll be leaving soon."

Now that the matter was settled, he needed to return to the Deep Sea Empire to handle some state affairs and await the invitation from Zhi Zhi’s territory.

On the Beast World Planet, only a handful of females had ever possessed their own territory.

’In the beginning, she’ll need an empire’s support.’

’After I get back, I’ll have to personally select a contingent of soldiers to send to Zhi Zhi.’

Their brief time together soon came to an end.

Yu Zhizhi was reluctant to see them go. She gave a small nod. "Alright."

The Mermaid Youth stepped forward and bent down, pulling her into an embrace.

"We’ll see each other again soon,"

he murmured.

Yu Zhizhi’s eyes welled with tears. After Yusen let her go, he gazed at her intently for a long moment before finally giving in, lowering his head to kiss her.

The crowd fell silent.

Yu Zhizhi grew flustered and tried to pull away, but Yusen held her wrist tight.

He didn’t release her until the kiss was over.

Yu Zhizhi’s cheeks burned.

Yusen smiled. "I’m off."

She nodded.

The Mermaid Youth returned to his delegation and boarded a carriage.

The Undersea Mission was the first to depart.

The giant Sea Whale remained where it was.

Shen He watched her with a displeased expression. "Not going to say goodbye to me?"

’I came all this way to the Extreme Ice Palace just for her, and she was so sad to see Yusen go, but she won’t even spare me a glance?’

Yu Zhizhi looked at the Big Shark and slowly shuffled over.

"Lord Shen He, I wish you a safe journey."

As she got closer, Yu Zhizhi noticed Buli was there as well. She waved happily, and Buli smiled and bowed in return.

Shen He glanced down at her condescendingly. ’Such a troublesome, fickle little rabbit.’

’The priority now is to figure out how to plant some of my people in her territory.’

He glanced at Buli.

Buli nodded, patted the giant whale’s back, and the creature turned around. The massive procession departed.

Yu Zhizhi then turned to look in Zero’s direction.

The young man from the Cat Clan had already leaped down from the carriage roof. He approached Yu Zhizhi. "I have to go, too. Things have been busy at the Divine Hall lately. Be careful on your way to the territory, though with the Knight Alliance, there shouldn’t be any major issues."

Aside from the Three Great Empires, the Knight Alliance possessed the strongest military force. Whether traveling by land or sea, common criminal gangs wouldn’t dare to target them.

Yu Zhizhi nodded gently.

’I didn’t even get a chance to have a proper chat with Zero.’

As if reading her mind, the young man from the Cat Clan drew closer, leaning in to murmur in her ear, "Don’t forget the Divine Hall Illusion Realm. You can come anytime. I’ll be waiting."

"Okay!" A smile returned to Yu Zhizhi’s face, and she gently tugged on the corner of Zero’s sleeve. "Thank you for making a special trip out here."

"Of course I’d come for something involving you."

’The little rabbit advanced to SS Level. Things are going to get complicated. The whole way here, I was worried that tiger would do something reckless.’

The young man from the Cat Clan slowly straightened up. "When I have some free time, I’ll come visit you at your territory. You won’t refuse me entry, will you?"

Yu Zhizhi quickly replied, "You’re welcome anytime!"

It was time for Zero to leave as well.

He departed with the Divine Hall Alliance and the United Law Enforcement Team.

In the blink of an eye, the area outside the Extreme Ice Palace grew quiet and empty.

The councilman from the Valoran Empire exchanged a few pleasantries with Yu Zhizhi before leading his delegation away.

Finally, only the Knight Alliance and the people from the Moon Rising Empire were left.

Yu Zhizhi turned to look at Louis.

He was discussing the route with Wild Dog.

She glanced in another direction—

Cang Lan’s golden-haired figure was receding into the distance.

Something stirred in Yu Zhizhi’s heart, and she hurried after him. "Prince Canglan!"

The Moon Rising Soldiers quickly parted to let her through.

Cang Lan stopped. Hearing the little rabbit’s footsteps draw near, he slowly turned and stared daggers at her. "What is it?"

His voice was colder than the winds of the Extreme Ice Palace.

Yu Zhizhi’s heart skipped a beat. ’The look in the Big Tiger’s eyes right now is terrifying...’

But...

She was the one who had gone back on her word regarding the marriage alliance. Yu Zhizhi gathered her skirts with both hands and gave him another sincere curtsy.

She felt incredibly guilty facing Prince Canglan.

Because she was now carrying a little tiger cub in her belly.

’But I can’t tell him.’

’Once the Golden Tiger Cub is born, he should be able to sense it instantly. I’ll just wait and deal with everything then.’

Yu Zhizhi hesitated.

She couldn’t stop herself from taking two more steps toward him.

She stopped, slowly raised her arm, and offered her wrist to him. "Prince Canglan, you... go ahead and bite."

As soon as she finished speaking, she squeezed her eyes shut.

A long moment passed with no response.

Until...

She heard Cang Lan let out a cold laugh. "What is this? Compensation?"

’Does this Rabbit Clan female really think I can’t live without her blood?’

Yu Zhizhi slowly opened her eyes, staring at him in a daze.

"Who the hell do you think you are." Cang Lan’s eyes seemed to freeze over. He turned and walked away without a shred of hesitation.