Chapter 23 (V Release Triplet)

Chapter 23 (V Release Triplet)

Halfway to the Thorns Star, their journey was interrupted by a swift cruiser flying from Emperor Star, forcing them to make an emergency landing on a nearby planet.

Edgarlay.

The steward accompanied Lu Wei throughout.

Observing Lu Wei's increasingly infuriated expression, the steward couldn't help but intervene.

Lu Wei's face was twisted in displeasure. "Whoever he is, I don't care if he's carrying my child, take me to get an abortion!"

The steward, influenced by Emperor Star's education, attempted to dissuade him. "Pregnancy in space isn't easy, and although Edgarlay permits abortions, it might be too late for regrets if you really go through with it!"

Lu Wei was so furious, he felt like lashing out at someone!

Too late for what?!!

He wouldn't be getting pregnant and having children for anyone in the future, would he?!

If it weren't for the fact that His Majesty the Dog had deceived him, claiming their royal family had low fertility rates, he would have vanished without a trace long ago.

These idiots actually dared to try and deceive him even after he became pregnant, pretending he wasn't expecting, hoping he'd carry the child to term without realizing it and having no chance to change his mind?

Disgusting!

With great effort, Lu Wei suppressed his instinctive urge to vomit and angrily connected to the Star Network. "I'm immediately going to schedule an abortion!"

With a few quick taps, he scanned through all the nearby hospitals.

Opting for a well-reviewed and reliable option, I promptly booked an abortion appointment for the afternoon.

Lu Wei's expression shifted.

For he realized that thanks to his affiliation with the Emperor Star, his abortion on Edgarlay could now be covered by medical insurance.

It's deeply ironic.

The flight attendant dared not ask any questions, and silently led him to a nearby seat once he was done with his task.

The florist shop's employee was a charming young lady who offered him a glass of water.

A soft, goose-yellow ribbon adorned her hair, triggering a fleeting memory that reminded Lu Wei of his sister.

Back when their family was still whole, she used to wear such yellow ribbons, with her smooth hair cascading gently by her ears.

But he had been without family for a long time now.

Lu Wei lowered his eyelids, gazing at his still-flat abdomen.

His heart was filled with turmoil.

The flight attendant's reassurance proved ineffective; in the afternoon, his brother arrived punctually at the hospital.

Emperor Star's affiliated Edgar Lea Central Hospital.

In the obstetrics and gynecology department.

Carrying his medical insurance card, Lu Wei observed the affectionate couples - husbands and husbands, wives and wives, and husbands and wives - as they passed by.

It felt surreal.

The doctor, who hadn't received an abortion request in ten years, asked, "Are you sure you want to terminate the pregnancy?"

Lu Wei: "…"

Seeing his hesitation, the doctor immediately understood the situation.

In the interstellar era, conception was a tremendous blessing. For a man carrying a child to seek an abortion consultation alone—

There was an eighty percent chance that it was an unplanned pregnancy, and very likely with a man who already had a family.

That was why he seemed so downcast and had come to the hospital alone.

At this thought, the doctor's expression turned disdainful as he gestured for Lu Wei to lie down on the medical equipment.

With a cool tone, the doctor said, "Just so you know, there's no turning back once you decide to have an abortion."

If the nobleman who had cheated was to find out, they wouldn't be able to compensate by keeping the child.

The physician instructed him to undergo a genetic examination first.

The machine whirred, seemingly encountering an issue during the process.

The doctor was exasperated. "You can't even specify your race, and now if anything goes wrong with our equipment, you'll be footing the bill!"

Due to the young man's ignorance of his own race, they couldn't arrange for a suitable instrument and had to use one randomly.

Not only might the information obtained be incomplete, but there was also a risk of damaging the machinery.

Lu Wei sneered. "Send the repair bill to the Imperial Royal Family on Emperor Star."

The doctor didn't pay attention to his words.

For his focus had shifted elsewhere.

After completing the test, the physician fell into a long silence upon receiving the results, "...".

Lu Wei asked, "What's the matter?"

The doctor replied, "Is that Mr. Lu? Which planet are you from, exactly? The report doesn't indicate you're from Emperor Star."

For some reason, the doctor was using formal address with him.

Lu Wei brushed it off casually. "From a rural planet nearby."

Doctor: "Since we don't have physiological data on your species, it's challenging to measure your bodily values accurately. We're also concerned about any potential accidents."

Lu Wei felt relieved. "So the surgery can't be performed?"

He was startled by his own relief.

The doctor shook his head and wiped his sweat with a handkerchief. "We did conduct a preliminary examination, but the results are tentative; there's a risk of error..."

If there was no error, who could tell him what the report actually meant??

He recognized every word on the report, so why couldn't he comprehend its meaning as a whole??

The genetic examination revealed that the fetus carries three distinct bloodlines.

One is unknown, clearly belonging to this expectant father before them.

But what about the second bloodline?

It's from the royal lineage of Emperor Star.

And the third... is from Blue Star?

Both the royal lineage of Emperor Star and the bloodline of Blue Star are renowned for their exceptional combat prowess.

Furthermore—assuming this expectant father represents the first bloodline.

That would mean the other two belong to his spouse, right?

His husband possesses genes from both the royal lineage of Emperor Star and Blue Star. What could result from the union of two superpowerful warrior races?

The doctor snapped the report shut with a resounding "snap."

"Wait a moment!"

Lu Wei: ?

The doctor wiped his cold sweat profusely before turning to him with a smile. "Please wait here for a bit. I need to step out for some consultation."

With his hands rubbing together, the doctor's demeanor was surprisingly amiable for some reason.

A complete one-eighty in attitude.

Exiting the ward, the doctor immediately dialed his superior's number.

—"We have a pregnant patient at Central Hospital who wants an abortion. The fetus carries an SSS-grade genetic lineage."

The voice on the other end of the line rose in pitch. "What did you say? SSS-grade!"

The doctor composed himself. "There's a shared bloodline from both the Emperor Star royal family and Blue Star."

The person on the phone responded, "Which Emperor Star royal family and which Blue Star?? Are you daydreaming??"

An incomplete examination report was sent through and then escalated up the chain of command layer by layer.

By the time the doctor returned to the ward, half an hour had passed.

Lu Wei had grown weary of sitting on the medical equipment.

"Finally back, what a hassle. I've made up my mind—" No more beating around the bush.

After he left, Lu Wei lay alone with nothing to do.

He thought about his family of four and then the woman with the goose-yellow ribbon.

Suddenly, he made a firm decision.

In this completely unfamiliar interstellar environment, it wasn't bad to have a little family member connected to him by blood.

The doctor smiled ingratiatingly before Lu Wei could speak. "Mr. Lu, the mayor of our Edgar Lea Star Territory wants to communicate with you."

Lu Wei: ?

The doctor, fearing that he was uninformed, elaborated, "The City Lord is essentially the highest authority in our region. However, he's wise and benevolent. He just wants to have a chat with you; there's no intention of doing anything improper."

The three-dimensional communication was established.

Before Lu Wei's eyes materialized the silhouette of the City Lord, a man with a beard and an amiable smile.

The City Lord spoke in a gentle and kind tone, "Why do you wish to terminate the pregnancy? Is it because your family isn't treating you well?"

Lu Wei turned his head and whispered, "You need the approval of the planetary leader for an abortion?"

Doctor: "Ahaha, well, not exactly."

For an ordinary person's abortion, it typically ends with the individual signing the surgical consent form and paying the fee.

But — can you be treated as an ordinary person?

You're carrying the royal bloodline of the Emperor Star!

What if they proceed without proper inquiry, and the Emperor Star's royal family retaliates in anger??

Who in Emperor Star wasn't aware of the royal family's difficulty in conceiving offspring?

Assuming this was the lineage of some noble, the child in that womb would at least be an imperial prince!

The doctor didn't dare to question him directly but spoke softly, "If someone from another planet is seeking an abortion, we need more information. Shouldn't you inform your family about this?"

Lu Wei clicked his tongue and turned to reply to the mayor, "Family? Haha, just a fool."

Mayor: "..."

Doctor: "..."

To be honest, it was the first time they'd encountered such a recipient.

Though they had no clue whose child it was from one of the nobles, that noble's taste seemed quite unconventional.

The mayor's face contorted for a moment, thinking to himself, It's as I suspected – he's having a tantrum with the royal family.

Trying his best to remain calm, the mayor asked, "Whose child are you carrying, then?"

Fiery Pepper raised an eyebrow. "None of your business."

The City Lord: "..." Sigh.

Without any clear information, he dared not hastily send a notification to Emperor Star. He could only try to extract more details from the pregnant male.

As the City Lord inquired, he simultaneously eliminated possibilities.

Fortunately, the royal family of Emperor Star had a dwindling bloodline, making it easier to narrow down.

Firstly, it was not from the direct line of the royal family.

The two princesses were immediately ruled out, followed by the current monarch, who was even less likely.

His gaze shifted to the collateral branches. Eliminating those who were not of suitable age, there weren't many left, and the answer would come swiftly.

As the City Lord of Edgar Lea Star brainstormed frantically, he tried to reassure Lu Wei. "I've already arranged for an abortion. It'll be done very soon."

He resembled those leaders who made grand promises.

Lu Wei: "..."

Didn't he say he wouldn't attack? It seemed this bunch had some comprehension issues.

The mayor pondered and could only count on one hand the possible suspects.

From an influential noble family, the eldest son of the Saka clan.

And from another branch, the Adolf family.

There could only be one truth!

That was...

Before he could finish, he heard the hurried report of a servant returning.

"Lord Mayor, His Majesty has brought his army and is heading straight for your position!"

Mayor: "Who??"

Who the hell are you talking about?

The three-dimensional call was hastily ended.

Lu Wei didn't even have time to catch what they were saying.

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Lu Wei had been half-heartedly conversing with the City Lord and wasn't paying full attention, hence he missed it.

But the Doctor heard every word clearly.

The Doctor's pupils dilated in extreme shock.

Upon this realization,

didn't that mean the Emperor of Emperor Star was both a member of the royal family and had Blue Star bloodline? A king born from the union of two warrior races, possessing the power to awe the entire universe.

Then, what about the fetus in the belly of this mysteriously stranded pregnant man on an alien planet??

The physician pinched the patient's philtrum and sucked in a cold breath. "Damn."

Whose Majesty is this??

That ruler, rumored to be fierce and terrifying, capable of summoning a Wǎngliáng beast with one hand and treading on countless corpses...

Anyone who dared to send someone to him would have their heads severed and hung outside the Royal City...

Wasn't it said that this Majesty would never have any offspring??

Lu Wei observed the doctor's face turn from blue to purple to white and asked in confusion, "What's wrong with you?"

The physician shook his head, genuinely impressed. "Brother, you're amazing."

To dare approach that Majesty.

Truly remarkable.

Not to mention how he got pregnant, but to still have the courage to fight back while carrying the child.

Bovine!

A commotion arose from downstairs in the hospital, agitating Earth Brother, who was already impatient. He jumped down from the medical equipment and walked over to the window.

The doctor nearly fainted: "Mr. Lu, be careful when you get up. Mind the fetus!"

Earth Brother leaned against the window, looking utterly confused: "It's not yours, so why do you care so much?"

The doctor felt another wave of dizziness at his casual behavior: "Wait! Be careful leaning on the window; you might fall!"

Indeed, it wasn't his.

But it belonged to that Emperor Star King!

If it went missing from their hospital, what would become of his head??

No, the entire Edgarlay planet would be in jeopardy!

Lu Wei: ???

Of course, Earth Bro couldn't care less and continued to gaze out the window.

All he could see were people in military uniforms below.

"Hmm, those uniforms look rather familiar."

"..."

Fuming, Lu Wei slammed the window shut. "I'm not playing anymore. I'm leaving right now."

He straightened his clothes and walked out of the hospital room.

The doctor nearly choked. "Where are you going?"

Lu Wei sneered. "Sarcinius."

If it weren't for being blocked, he'd probably already be on Stupid Jee Star by now.

They blocked him again and surrounded the hospital.

These people must have been ordered by His Canine Majesty to give him trouble!

Lu Wei activated his communicator to contact the pilot and steward: "Is the route back to normal now? I need to leave this place."

The starship staff, still stunned from receiving their superior's order, replied: "…"

"We can't, we can't leave yet, Mr. Lu."

They didn't know what was happening.

But it was rumored that His Majesty himself had piloted the starship here to block his path.

Lu Wei truly felt disgusted by His Canine Majesty's antics.

After telling him to leave, this bastard still caused trouble, deliberately making his life miserable!

"D*mn it!" The more Lu Wei thought about it, the angrier he became.

The doctor hurriedly chased after him, assisting Lu Wei into a rest room.

"A pregnant man mustn't get angry or run around carelessly!"

The doctor earnestly advised, his face appearing much older in an instant.

All from the shock.

He hurried to the cafeteria and returned with his hands full.

A variety of flavors of nutrient solutions.

The most prominent was the orange-scented one.

"Come, come, have something to eat first. You can't afford to be hungry during pregnancy!"

Brother Earth: "Ugh."

The doctor's complexion was even paler than his.

Oh no, how many arms and legs did he have again?

How many does one have left after losing one?

The doctor mustered his strength. "You don't like this, huh? I'll go get something else for you."

As he walked towards another cafeteria, he intended to call someone to send over different food. However, before he could make the call, his communicator rang.

It was the City Lord.

Upon answering the call, an image of the City Lord appeared on screen, his face pale and drenched in sweat.

City Lord: "His Majesty said that Mr. Lu would probably be hungry by now. Prepare something delicious for him. If he loses even a bit of weight due to hunger..."

There was no need to elaborate; they knew what awaited them.

Ever since His Majesty had arrived and learned that he was at the hospital, planning an abortion, his expression had been terrifying, as if he were about to devour him whole.

It wasn't a metaphor; the oppressive aura around him almost made the doctor kneel.

Doctor: "..."

Haha, so it truly is His Majesty's man and His Majesty's child??

The mayor had just gone through the darkest moment of his life and couldn't force out a single smile.

"His Majesty has already passed by. He should be arriving shortly."

- Which means, if he sees the expecting partner looking any thinner, oh ho.

The City Lord wiped his cold sweat. "Thankfully, you knew to report such matters to your superiors. If you had really terminated the pregnancy..."

His words trailed off, leaving room for speculation.

The doctor recalled how he had initially assumed it was some noble's affair resulting in an unplanned pregnancy.

He had even looked down on that young man.

Now, upon reflection, he was grateful for the split-second decision to conduct a genetic test first.

Otherwise, he wouldn't dare imagine what could happen.

Goodness gracious!

The nobility was indeed something one couldn't afford to offend, the aristocrat among aristocrats.

In the vast expanse of space, the stronger the genetic lineage, the more challenging it was to perpetuate.

Not only had the direct bloodline of the Emperor Star's royal family not seen a newborn in a long time, but the Blue Star organization also hadn't produced an heir for a century.

This child had been blessed with an abundance of advantages since birth, a precious golden child.

The doctor wanted to weep, "Tomorrow, I'll light incense for our ancestors, thanking them for their blessings."

A message wave emitted from the opposing spacecraft requested communication and asked them to open their hatch.

Owing to the higher authority's directive, the pilot had no choice but to comply.

Lu Wei folded his arms, awaiting the arrival of whoever dared to stir trouble.

After all, the frying pan in his hand was already eager for action.

As the hatch opened, Lu Wei was momentarily blinded by the starlight, and when he regained his sight, he saw the pilot and the cabin crew sprawled on the floor, wailing.

Raising his gaze, a familiar figure appeared before him.

He was dressed in a well-fitted spacesuit, identical to the pilot's, yet it accentuated his handsome figure in a remarkable way. The impeccable shoulder badges, usually meticulously in place, now dangled carelessly, mirroring the slight disarray of his hair.

The man removed his officer's hat, revealing a familiar face.

A face that had made Lu Wei want to punch him countless times but never quite mustered the courage. Those eyes and that straight nose were like winning the genetic lottery. In terms of looks, he was undoubtedly the universe's number one, but in terms of temperament, he was undoubtedly the worst.

Lu Wei, like an enraged stick of dynamite, found the spark that lit his fuse: "You fucking dare show up here!"

The frying pan, after all this swaying, had finally found its target!

Yes, the visitor was none other than His Majesty the Dog.

Before Huo Jin could embrace the young man, he was greeted with a solid blow from the frying pan.

Does it sound good? If it does, then it's a good start.

Lu Wei struck with considerable force this time. "You're not dodging, huh? Then let me do it again!"

He knew that Huo Jin could dodge if he wanted to. Not doing so meant that he acknowledged the blow was deserved.

This time, His Majesty the Dog grabbed his hand.

The dog-man had always possessed inexplicable combat skills, effortlessly twisting Lu Wei's wrist to remove the frying pan from his grip.

Not only did Lu Wei lose the frying pan, but he was also pulled into the embrace of His Majesty the Dog.

Huo Jin held him and chuckled. "This frying pan is your signature weapon, isn't it?"

As Lu Wei struggled to break free, he retorted, "Use whatever comes handy, got it?"

He often cooked at home with a frying pan – it was very useful.

So, when he went out, he would simply grab one on the go.

Struggling for half a day to no avail, Lu Wei could only vent his powerless rage, "Let go of me, damn it, what the hell are you doing here again!"

The Dog Emperor was always clingy, holding onto him tightly, "Not letting go, you're mine."

In a fit of fury, Lu Wei even cursed himself, "I'm nothing but a fart."

The Emperor's sense of humor had always hung on the young man, and upon hearing this, he started chuckling quietly.

This triggered the young man's tipping point. Lu Wei fiercely grabbed his muscles, "Let go, what the hell are you laughing at!"

When someone is angry, the worst thing is for the one who provoked them to still have the audacity to smile.

Lu Wei was genuinely infuriated by this fellow: "I must have truly cursed my luck to end up on this damn planet. Why don't I see any rewards for being good every day?"

Huo Jin drew his mischievous hand forward and kissed it: "But I feel very fortunate to have met you."

Lu Wei: "F*ck."

Did this damn bastard switch up his tactics?

Cabin Attendant: "..."

Pilot: "..."

What kind of flirtatious script was this? They dared not ask and simply watched the scene unfold quietly.

Lu Wei looked at him doubtfully, his gaze practically spelling out, "What do you want?"

Huo Jin's voice held an incredulous amusement, "You're pregnant."

It was more of a statement than a question.

Lu Wei didn't bother to refute; instead, he raised an eyebrow, "Didn't you already know? Stop pretending! You and your adjutant planned to use this to tie me down, even going so far as to deceive me when the pregnancy scanner was clearly showing a positive result, telling me I wasn't pregnant!"

In this era of highly advanced interstellar technology, pregnancy scanners were almost never wrong.

A red light indicated pregnancy.

Lu Wei never imagined that Huo Jin was unaware of his pregnancy. He directly poured out his grievances without reservation.

If previously it was a highly probable conjecture, now it was an affirmation confirmed by that adorable young man himself.

The impact of this was entirely different.

His Majesty the Dog still held onto him tightly, repeating, "You're pregnant."

The same words were spoken again, and Lu Wei almost wanted to ask how such a young person could already be suffering from dementia.

"Otherwise, what?!" Lu Wei buried his head and twisted in frustration. "I hate you guys! Why can men get pregnant?!"

He grabbed Huo Jin's collar. "Didn't you know this all along? Why did you let me leave on that spaceship? What are you doing here now?"

His Majesty the Dog was much stronger, easily breaking free with just a bit of effort.

Despite being scolded like that, there wasn't a trace of displeasure in the other party's eyes; instead, he maintained an appearance of foolish joy.

Lu Wei almost wanted to punch this idiotic b*stard fiercely. "Can't you understand human language anymore? Answer me!"

His Majesty the Dog held onto him. "I won't let you go again."

Previously, he wouldn't, and now it was even more impossible.

"I don't care if you allow it or not—"

Lu Wei almost cursed. It was as if the mad dog emperor had gone insane, hugging him with an irresistible force, his hands feeling like two iron pincers.

Perhaps thinking of the little baby in his womb, Huo Jin slightly softened his grip, his hands even trembling slightly.

Enduring the discomfort, Lu Wei tried to disgust the dog emperor. "When I arrive at Idiotic Chick Planet, I'll take your child and be with another man. I'll remarry and let your child take his surname. And I'll let him hit your kid!"

Finally, there was a change in Huo Jin's expression, resembling the emotionless, mad dog emperor he had known all along.

"I'll kill him first."

The sinister tone was not at all a jest.

The dog emperor held him tightly in his embrace. "You and the child both belong to me."

Lu Wei really wanted to ask if the emperor could comprehend human language.

What were you doing before, and what are you doing now?

Yet, Huo Jin's arms holding him trembled slightly. "Thank you."

"Lu Wei, thank you."

For the first time, His Majesty the Dog called his name in full, his voice quivering at the end.

"..."

Lu Wei was truly frustrated.

His Majesty the Dog's demeanor was entirely different from before, resorting to such cunning tactics as showing vulnerability.

And yet, his fiery brother was completely taken in by it, unable to withstand such treatment.

Lu Wei retorted, "You already knew, so why the pretense of being..."

His Majesty the Dog embraced him tighter. "Who knew?"

Lu Wei didn't continue scolding him: "Just you and the adjutant."

His Majesty the Dog: "Oh."

Now he knew who the culprit was.

Lu Wei's irritation flared: "Oh? What the hell do you mean by 'oh'?"

Yet, despite addressing His Majesty this way, the other party didn't revert to that haughty and provoking demeanor.

Still basking in immense joy, the canine sovereign reached out to gently caress Lu Wei's still flat abdomen, "In there is our child."

Lu Wei grumbled, "Who says it's yours? It's for any wild man."

"It's mine, of course it's mine," the Canine Sovereign's lips curled up gently.

It's truly a baby.

It was a wondrous feeling, for what lay mere inches beneath his palm was a tiny being, connected to him by the very blood that ran through their veins.

It was the first person he had ever been interested in, and now that person was carrying his child.

For the first time in his life, Huo Jin felt a sense of "fate."

His Majesty the Dog had already started communicating with the fetus across space: "If you can hear me, give my palm a kick."

"…" Lu Wei watched as the man placed his palm on his belly, his eyes filled with anticipation.

"…" Something was off. Very, very off.

With gritted teeth, Lu Wei said, "This isn't how things were supposed to go. I came here to give you a good beating before leaving for another planet."

Damn it.

What kind of reputation had Your Majesty left behind in other star systems?

Closing his eyes, Lu Wei said, "I want to hit someone."

Prince Pup has always been known for his blunt tongue: "Sure, you can hit me, but I'm worried it might hurt you and... the baby."

He had never imagined having offspring, so mentioning the word "baby" felt novel to him.

Lu Wei gritted his teeth in irritation.

So he meant that hitting back would injure himself?

Damn, he was being underestimated.

Prince Pup's aura intensified. "You want an abortion."

The mention of it made Lu Wei's anger boil over. "What else? Who was the one who didn't want it first? Was it me?"

"No, I do," Prince Pup held onto him tightly, his eyes dark and menacing.

The fiery chili pepper demanded, "What were you doing earlier?!"

Lu Wei understood vaguely that Prince Pup had been misled by his adjutant and was completely unaware of the pregnancy from the start.

But?

Was that it? Were they just going to let it slide?

His Majesty the Dog didn't dare vent his anger at Lu Wei, so he took it out on others: "No one dared to give you an abortion."

Lu Wei had also realized this.

If they were to perform a genetic test during an abortion, they would discover that the child carried the royal bloodline of Emperor Star.

No other planet would dare to perform such a surgery for him.

Lu Wei laughed in exasperation. "The hell, do I need to praise you for being awesome? Are you incredibly impressive or what?"

Lu Wei struggled, but His Majesty the Dog didn't loosen his grip, holding him tightly in his embrace.

"You're the more impressive one."

What the hell did that mean?

Lu Wei was genuinely frustrated.

Why, oh why, did he fall victim to this!

What happened to that 0.00000000001% chance?

It wasn't feasible for Lu Wei to be immediately transferred while pregnant.

Thus, he spent the night at the hospital.

The Emperor Star's spaceship was still parked on their Edgarlay planet, drawing a crowd of spectators.

However, the hospital had been secured, ensuring no gossip leaked out.

In the short time that Lu Wei had been admitted,

the doctors bore witness to a scorching outburst directed at the renowned monarch.

And there, the murderous, obsessive, and neurotic king took the verbal lashing submissively.

Not a single word of retort dared escape his lips.

Yet, he still found the courage to speak.

—"It's not good for you or the baby to be angry."

—"You're being clingy with the frying pan again."

After His Majesty said this, the young man would only become angrier.

He looked as if he wanted to stab him on the spot.

Doctor: "…"

Now, that was a true master.

Who would believe it if they hadn't seen it with their own eyes?

Who—dare—to—believe!

The monarch of Emperor Star was struck by a pan-wielding omega youth!

In the doctor's eyes at this moment, Lu Wei was no longer an ordinary human but a genuine Pan-Wielding War God.

When Lu Wei finally tired himself out from scolding and was ready to sleep, the monarch softly closed the door and entered the infirmary.

On the screen in the infirmary were some basic information about the expectant father.

However, unlike other expectant fathers, Lu Wei's data was significantly less.

The doctor spoke carefully, "Mr. Lu doesn't seem to be a native of Emperor Star."

The monarch lifted his eyelids. "I know."

He had known for a long time.

Lu Wei wasn't from Emperor Star nor from any rural planet.

He likely originated from some distant, backward planet.

It didn't matter.

The gift that the universe had bestowed upon this place was his to claim once unwrapped.

The doctor dared not even breathe loudly, "Due to insufficient data on his body, we're unsure about the potential harm the radiation from the scanner might cause. Thus, we dare not perform an ultrasound on him."

Even genetic testing could only yield a fraction of the information.

They were uncertain if Lu Wei's body could withstand the radiation from high-tech scans. If anything went wrong, his head would be the first to roll.

Therefore, they refrained from conducting a prenatal checkup on Lu Wei, making it difficult to assess the condition of the child within him.

The king's lips curled into a smirk, "No need. My offspring is tough as nails."

The doctor replied, "O-of course."

It was a tad arrogant, but undeniably true.

Possessing the bloodlines of two powerful warrior races, prenatal examinations would indeed be redundant.

While they were staying there, the City Lord began to rummage through the national treasury.

When his subordinate inquired as to why he was sending gifts to the monarch, the City Lord scoffed.

Although it was true that the Emperor Star's ruler possessed every rare treasure imaginable, it didn't mean he could show up empty-handed when the monarch visited.

The Edgarlay Planet had always relied on the protection of the Emperor Star to avoid being plundered by other planets.

On the surface, the Edgarlay Planet wasn't an official vassal, but in reality, it held a subordinate status.

With great reluctance, the City Lord sent all the decent items he could find in the treasury.

However, before he could even begin, he received a gift from His Majesty first.

It was quite a generous offering.

—Purportedly a royal congratulatory gift.

Share the joy with the witness.

The City Lord opened the gift box.

Blinded by its splendor.

Goodness gracious!

What kind of precious treasure is this?

City Lord: "Th-This, the Emperor really gave this to me?"

Servant: "Yes."

City Lord: "But, this is too extravagant."

Servant: "His Majesty said he used to toss them around for fun. When he grew bored of them, he decided to present them as a celebratory gift for the Queen's pregnancy."

City Lord's jaw dropped in astonishment: "Q-Queen?!"

His Majesty might have had difficulty in producing an heir, but it wasn't because he would dote on someone due to their pregnancy. It seemed he genuinely liked that young man very much.

The attendant nodded. "But His Majesty wants something from this place."

The city lord's eyes were dazzled by the wealth before him. "If His Majesty desires it, take it all!"

The attendant replied, "It's the Eternal Blue Crystal of your planet."

City Lord: ????

His heart bled, but he didn't dare say anything. After all, it was His Majesty, so he could only endure!

Eternal Blue Crystal.

Even in Edgarale, a planet renowned for its mineral resources, this was an exceptionally precious crystal.

For its growth rate was measured in centuries.

A century could barely produce a single droplet, and the formation of a complete Eternal Blue Crystal required an exceedingly lengthy period.

His Majesty had taken it away.

That was the only one currently known in the entire stellar region.

Mayor: F*ck!

Over here, Your Doggy Majesty.

Though warmth was just on the other side of the wall, he couldn't get in at all.

The hospital room door was securely locked, with the coquettish creature inside.

Yet, it refused to open.

The coquettish creature was still angry with him, the frying pan in its hand never put down.

Lu Wei knew that His Doggy Majesty was at the door and huffed, "Hmph!"

Some were deserving of it.

He played a few games and then leaned on the wall to take a shower.

Perhaps it was because he was paying extra attention, but he felt his abdomen slightly swollen.

Lu Wei rubbed his stomach, sensing the warmth beneath his palm.

It was quite peculiar.

It's fascinating.

Behind this layer of flesh, there lies a tiny, ever-growing life inside.

Bearing his bloodline, it was a life he chose to bring into the world.

"Ahem—"

Accustomed to the nausea, Lu Wei retreated to the sink to compose himself, then sipped on some warm water.

Normally, drinking hot water would alleviate his discomfort significantly, but today, it made no difference at all.

His stomach still felt congested and uneasy.

At first, Brother Earth thought he could endure it.

But after ten excruciating minutes, he couldn't hold back any longer and rang the bell for assistance.

The doctor arrived promptly, his footsteps so hurried that it seemed as if he were about to take flight, as if pursued by some monstrous beast.

If the doctor knew what Lu Wei was thinking, he would surely cry out in protest!

Was this a matter of "seeming"? There was indeed an evil spirit lurking behind him, watching intently. One false move, and his head might not be safe.

His Majesty the Dog followed the doctor in quite naturally.

However, Brother Earth refused to look at him.

The doctor was aware that Pepper was still sulking and didn't dare to comment on their relationship dynamics.

He could only ask, "What's wrong?"

Lu Wei's expression wasn't too good. "I have an upset stomach."

Upon hearing this, the doctor panicked.

The older one was already cherished; if anything happened to the younger one, the king would probably uproot their hospital along with the entire Edgar Lea Star.

"I-I'll take a look!"

He used all his knowledge to conduct a thorough examination.

In the end, the conclusion was – the fetus needed its father's soothing presence.

Lu Wei: "Huh?"

Doctor: "Uh, well, it should be written in the Interstellar Parenting Guide. During the receptor's pregnancy, the baby needs regular comforting from the father, allowing them to familiarize themselves with the father's scent. Only with love and care from both partners can the baby grow healthily."

Lu Wei: "..."

Abstract. Too abstract.

The doctor broke into a cold sweat once more, out of habit.

He had no idea how this Pancake War God youth would handle the situation.

Meanwhile, the king who had been standing by the side watched him eagerly. His eyes were deep black, and when he looked at Lu Wei like that, it unexpectedly gave off a hint of vulnerability.

Earth Elder Brother: "..."

Forget it.

He wasn't an unreasonable person.

Besides, he had already decided to keep this child and watch him grow up properly.

Lu Wei beckoned to him. "Come here."

The words seemed to serve as a signal of reconciliation, melting away any past grievances.

Lu Wei could almost sense the atmosphere turning warm and blooming on the other end.

"Hmph."

The Canine Emperor gazed at his coquettish darling, then shifted his eyes to his belly.

Inside was a child, connected to him by blood.

Those old farts had said he'd never be worthy or capable of having such a bond.

Lu Wei declared, "My lord, I have stomach pain."

A hint of a smile tugged at the Canine Emperor's lips, as if he was thinking, 'Sure enough, my coquettish darling needs me.'

"Alright."

Perhaps due to years of warfare, Huo Jin's hands were calloused, feeling slightly rough when touched.

The moment those hands touched his pregnant belly, it sent shivers down his spine.

But strangely enough, the discomfort in his stomach had indeed lessened.

Lu Wei had learned from his experience with the planet Gou Shi's unique atmosphere, and knew that such inexplicable phenomena were real.

It seemed the child genuinely needed soothing.

His Majesty the Dog kept gazing at him. To change the subject, Lu Wei looked out the window and asked,

"Why have you parked your starship right outside the hospital?"

A hint of amusement glinted in His Majesty's eyes. "I told my adjutant that I would be bringing my queen back today."

Queen!

Lu Wei was flabbergasted. "May I ask who agreed to this?!"

After all, His Majesty the Dog was someone who never tolerated rejection. A smile lingered in his eyes as he said, "Thank you, my queen."

Spicy Pepper retorted, "Why queen? When did I say I liked you?"

His Majesty the Dog replied, "You do like me."

Lu Wei: "…Nonsense."

His Majesty's hand rested on the swollen belly, "This is the proof."

Lu Wei, with no retort at hand, could only express his emotions: "I disagree?"

The canine monarch's eyes were earnest, while his words were explosive: "If you tell me who it is, I'll kill them. Any man who dares to approach you will lose a limb, and those who claim a connection to you will have their tongues ripped out. Then, I'll keep you by my side and never let you go."

Damn.

Who played like this?

Was this a mix of threats and intimidation??

Lu Wei was led by the hand, while another ring with a blue gemstone was slipped onto his finger.

He cursed, "You're restricting someone's freedom against their will! I could sue you!"

The Dog Emperor took it in stride, "But I can amend the laws of Emperor Star."

"..." Argh, damn capitalists!

The Dog Emperor held his hand and placed the ring on it, "I won't let you go."

This was the eternal blue gemstone he had obtained from Edgarlay Star.

It was probably the most expensive gemstone available now.

However, Huo Jin didn't choose it for its value but because it was a stone of oaths.

With their vows witnessed by this stone, the universe would remember their promises.

The Dog Emperor looked up, "Is that okay?"

Spicy Chili: "Now you remember to ask? You wait until after putting it on."

The Canine Sovereign seemed well aware of his shortcomings: "Lu Wei, I won't refrain from seeking others' opinions in the future."

Lu Wei: "Oh? Well, I don't accept that."

After his statement, the promised 'more consultative' Sovereign's expression darkened: "Not allowed."

The Canine Sovereign held him close: "I won't let you go."

Not a single bit of others' opinions would be tolerated.