Chapter 85: Dragon and Phoenix Bringing Prosperity

Chapter 85: Dragon and Phoenix Bringing Prosperity

"Still no results?" Long Rui was feeling restless as he waited for the diviner's answer.

He had specially invited the diviner to calculate the outcome of this war, but because the diviner had performed divination too many times recently, he simply couldn't produce any results, and the crystal ball gave no answer either.

In the entire interstellar realm, only this diviner was absolutely accurate; the others were fifty-fifty. Long Rui only wanted a precise answer and didn't want to look for anyone else.

The diviner let out a long sigh, "No use. I've performed divination for General Shen several times these past days."

"What did he consult on?"

"His marriage."

Long Rui sneered, "The war is imminent, and he's still concerned with personal feelings!"

"Your younger brother Bai Ruoshui also came to divine their marriage."

At the time, Bai Ruoshui was worried that Bai Yeye and Shen Yu wouldn't be well-suited, so he specially ran over to get a reading.

"...How is that the same? Ruoshui did it for the family's sake." Long Rui forced a justification.

The diviner leaned back on the sofa, "Actually, you don't need to worry too much. I've calculated before—this war will definitely be won."

"Of course I know we'll win, but what I want to know is whether my family will be harmed in the process."

Long Shen not only wanted to send Bai Yeye away but also Bai Ruoshui. But Bai Ruoshui wasn't as easy to trick as Bai Yeye, and using force wasn't a good option either.

As long as he wouldn't get hurt, Long Rui wouldn't send him back.

The diviner shook his head, "I really can't calculate it. Or you could wait another month."

"The war could break out at any moment. Many variables will arise in this month. Please try again." Long Rui insisted on knowing the answer.

The diviner sighed, placed his hands back on the crystal ball, closed his eyes, and concentrated his mental energy.

After a long while, he opened his eyes, sweating profusely and looking utterly exhausted. Long Rui quickly handed him a cup of hot tea, letting him drink it and rest.

"I've done my best. I can only see a phantom. Your family..."

"What's wrong with my family?" Long Rui tensed up.

"One person will meet with misfortune, but I don't know who specifically."

"But when we had the divination before, you said everyone would live to a ripe old age."

"Then that means someone has privately altered their fate. And they knew I would tell you, so they didn't come to me."

Long Rui's expression turned uncontrollable, "Who in this entire interstellar realm can change fate!"

"To my knowledge, at least ten people can. Moreover, they are hidden in the shadows; you won't find them any time soon."

Long Rui smashed the objects beside him. Who had secretly changed it? How could they toy with their own life!

The diviner urged him to calm down, "I understand your feelings, but you also know that anger won't change the outcome."

Long Rui took a deep breath and pressed further, "Is it just injury, or...?"

"The worst case is death."

Long Rui was drained of strength, his palms propping him up on the sofa. "Can't fate be changed? Exchange it for mine. Is that possible?"

If someone had to be hurt, it could only be him.

"I can't change your fate now. If you find someone else, it would take at least half a year of preparation, and even then it's not guaranteed." By the time half a year passed, everything would be over. What would be the point of changing it then?

"Then what if I send them all away? If they don't participate in the war, won't they be safe?"

"That's not necessarily true. Some people, when their time comes, can even choke on a sip of water. Where they are doesn't affect its occurrence. Staying by your side might actually be better. You are a golden dragon, blessed with fortune spreading in all directions. Those close to you are favored by heaven. Perhaps because of you, this person can survive the ordeal. But it's only a chance, not a certainty."

Both are of the dragon lineage. Long Shen is a black dragon, Long Rui a golden dragon. Black dragons suppress all directions; golden dragons bless all directions.

"Do you know Xie Yongyun?"

Long Rui frowned. "I know him. Why bring him up?"

"Try to keep him close to you. He is the only seven-colored auspicious phoenix in nearly a thousand years, and you are the only golden dragon. Together, dragon and phoenix bring prosperity—the chances of changing fate will be greater."

As soon as he finished speaking, Little Phoenix's voice sounded from outside the window: "Open the window! Open the window!"

Long Rui opened it, and Little Phoenix flew in, folding his beautiful wings. "My dad wants to catch me and take me back to Phoenix Mountain. Let me hide here. If you refuse, I'll tell your dad that you got my belly big, and then I'll eat myself to death in front of you."

Little Phoenix expected Long Rui to scold him, but instead saw a very eerie smile.

"Fine. I'll take you in."

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Inside the prince's residence, Bai Ruoshui was taking a rare break, sorting through the gifts for Bai Yeye.

The room, over a hundred square meters, was filled with things Bai Yeye liked. Bai Ruoshui had prepared so many because he was afraid that Bai Yeye would be unhappy after being locked up. Having these items with him might make him feel a bit better.

"Honey, I'm back." Bai Yuanzhou had worked another all-nighter. The bloodshot in his eyes showed his exhaustion, but his expression was a mix of excitement and nervousness.

Bai Ruoshui immediately handed him a bowl of blood-nourishing soup, touching his face with concern. "You must be exhausted. Drink this soup and go rest."

Bai Yuanzhou downed the soup in one gulp, feeling some of his fatigue dissipate, then hesitantly spoke, "I have something to give you, but don't be angry when you see it."

"What is it?"

They had been married for six years without ever having a fight, because Bai Yuanzhou never did anything to upset him. What was going on today for him to say this voluntarily?

Bai Yuanzhou slowly took the bag from behind his back and handed it to him. "Try it on and see if it fits."

When Bai Ruoshui opened it, his expression indeed froze.

He didn't lose his temper; instead, he put the item on the table, sat down on the sofa, and sulked.

Bai Yuanzhou dropped to his knees with a thud. "Don't be like this. I was wrong. I really know I was wrong."

"You promised me you would keep it for yourself. Why did you lie to me?"

Bai Yuanzhou had altered the only piece of cloth in the entire interstellar realm that was impenetrable by swords and guns. He had previously assured Bai Ruoshui repeatedly that he would have it tailored to his own size, to wear into battle and protect himself. Bai Ruoshui believed him. But in the end, Bai Yuanzhou had gone against his word and tailored it to Bai Ruoshui's measurements. Once this kind of fabric is altered, it cannot be readjusted. Bai Yuanzhou's build is much larger than Bai Ruoshui's; he could never wear it.

Bai Yuanzhou was heartbroken. "At that time, I thought you would return. But I didn't expect you to stay. I promise you, I definitely won't get hurt. Believe me, okay?"

Bai Ruoshui was both angry and pained that he had worked so long. He helped him up and told him to go back to bed and rest.

Bai Yuanzhou started to cry. "Are you going to ignore me?"

Bai Ruoshui's breath caught in his throat. Finally, he could only soothe him like a child, "No, but you have to be obedient. No matter what happens in the future, take good care of yourself."

Only then did Bai Yuanzhou smile. "I'll definitely be good! Hug me, I've missed you so much."

Bai Ruoshui closed his eyes in his arms. He couldn't blame Bai Yuanzhou, because he had also secretly changed his own fate behind Bai Yuanzhou's back.

He hoped he could survive this ordeal and be together with his Yuanzhou forever.

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