Royal Palace, Main Hall.
After Yukino's explanation, Xue Chengtian, Xue Feichi, Xue Susu, and Xue Baiyou finally understood what had happened.
"So that's how it is..."
Yukino's mother eyes were full of kindness as she held Xue Nai's small hand, her heart aching.
"Xue Nai, you've suffered."
Xue Nai gently shook her head, the movement small but firm, her soft hair swaying in the breeze.
"I'm not suffering at all, my husband treats me very well."
She held her mother's withered hand, her heart aching.
"Mom and Dad, I'll never let you suffer again."
"In this vast world, no one dares to bully us anymore."
Talis looked at Xue Nai's resolute expression, feeling very gratified.
"Our Xue Nai has grown up."
Xue Chengtian looked at Xue Nai, a sense of pride welling up within him.
Sending Xue Nai away in a moment of panic was truly the best thing he had ever done.
He looked deeply at Fang Xian, slowly rose, and solemnly thanked him.
"Fang Xian, thank you for taking care of my daughter, and thank you for saving our whole family and the entire Snow Kingdom."
Yukino's mother, Xue Feichi, Xue Susu, and Xue Baiyou all rose and thanked Fang Xian.
Fang Xian smiled slightly, his voice gentle.
"Uncle and Aunt, you're too kind. We're all family. This is what I should do."
Xue Chengtian glanced at Xue Feichi, made up his mind, and then looked at Fang Xian solemnly.
"Fang Xian, since we're family, may I ask you to inherit the Snow Kingdom's throne and become its King?"
"Dad..."
Xue Feichi was somewhat anxious upon hearing this. Now that the Snow Kingdom had been saved, he should rightfully inherit the throne and become its King.
But considering Fang Xian's strength, and the support of Lucifer and Siddi, Fang Xian was indeed the most capable of inheriting the throne.
Having endured so much hardship, Xue Feichi had matured and could now accurately assess the situation.
He looked at Fang Xian, his eyes filled with sincerity.
"Fang Xian, I beg you, become the King of Snow Kingdom. The King needs you."
Yukino's mother and Xue Chengtian looked at Xue Feichi, their hearts filled with relief; their child had finally grown up.
Xue Susu, Xue Baiyou, and Xue Nai all admired Xue Feichi's courage and determination.
Fang Xian looked at Xue Feichi and silently gave him a thumbs up.
A small Snow Kingdom was naturally beneath Fang Xian's notice.
But if Xue Feichi were like other brainless princes, unable to recognize his own limitations, speaking arrogantly, and insisting on seizing the throne,
he would surely lose his head.
However, he chose the best course of action, thus saving his life.
Fang Xian smiled slightly and directly refused.
"I'm sorry, I have no interest in the position of King of Snow Kingdom. You should look for someone else."
Xue Chengtian and Xue Feichi were both taken aback.
If Fang Xian didn't become king, how could they possibly defend Snow Kingdom with their current strength?
Xue Chengtian was somewhat anxious and quickly spoke up.
"Fang Xian, I know our Snow Kingdom is currently in a rather dire situation, but we will do our utmost to assist you. We will definitely make Snow Kingdom stronger than ever before."
"That's right, Fang Xian. We will work hard without complaint. We will try our best to fulfill your requests. Please consider it."
Xue Feichi quickly echoed, adopting an extremely humble posture.
Before Fang Xian could answer, Lucifer beside him snorted coldly.
"You think a mere Snow Kingdom can bind my husband here? You're dreaming!"
"Don't even mention a mere Snow Kingdom, even the entire Great Thousand World, my husband can have it all if he wants it."
"Understand?"
Lucifer's words, though crude, were true.
In the Great Thousand World, there was nothing he couldn't get.
Yukino's mother, Xue Chengtian, Xue Feichi, Xue Susu, and Xue Baiyou all looked at Fang Xian in shock.
A being of Lucifer's caliber had no need to boast to insignificant figures like them.
In other words, Fang Xian's status in the Great Thousand World was incredibly high, which was why he wouldn't covet the position of Snow Kingdom's king.
If that were true, they were in a dilemma.
While Yukino and Fang Xian's relationship was close, they would eventually leave. Distant water can't quench a nearby fire; without a strong leader to protect it, the Snow Kingdom would always remain a weak nation.
Fang Xian could naturally see their predicament, but he had already saved the Snow Kingdom once, repaying their kindness in raising Yukino. He didn't want to concern himself with their future.
The world was vast, teeming with races, and rife with conflicts large and small. How could he possibly manage everything?
Survival of the fittest was the law of nature; there was no need for excessive intervention.
Fang Xian smiled, his voice gentle.
"I'm sorry, what Lucifer said is indeed true."
"And I must prepare to leave now, I'm truly sorry."
He didn't know when the "Extraterrestrial War" would begin; he needed to take advantage of this opportunity to merge into the "Chaotic God Body."
If he had enough time, he also wanted to visit the temple Lucifer had mentioned, to see what kind of power had allowed Lucifer to obtain the twelve-winged fallen angel.
They hadn't expected Fang Xian to leave so soon, and were filled with anxiety.
Xue Chengtian gritted his teeth, making a crucial decision.
"Fang Xian, I'm truly sorry, we were being presumptuous."
"Since you're leaving now, could you take Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou with you?"
Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou looked at Xue Chengtian with slight surprise, wondering why their father would do this.
Xue Chengtian's idea was to have Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou by Fang Xian's side, hoping they could become as powerful as Yukino, and then return to inherit the throne or guard the Snow Kingdom.
He actually wanted to mention Xue Feichi's name as well, but in the end, he decided against it.
Because Fang Xian was accompanied by stunningly beautiful women, this already revealed many clues.
If he revealed Xue Feichi's name as well, Fang Xian might not take any of them, which would be a huge loss.
Fang Xian hadn't expected Xue Chengtian to have this tactic; he was truly adept at reading people.
Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou were both stunning beauties, and Xue Nai's older sister—a perfect combination.
The three sisters together—it was quite an idea.
Fang Xian looked at Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou, and spoke calmly.
"Are you willing to stay by my side?"
Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou exchanged glances, then looked at Xue Chengtian's expectant face, and thought of the Snow Kingdom, and then of Xue Nai's current achievements.
They resolutely nodded in agreement.
"We are willing."
"Very good. To become my people, you must form a contract with me."
"Okay."
A black magic circle appeared beneath Fang Xian's feet, linking to Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou, forming another black magic circle around them.
A large character for "Equality" appeared between the three.
"Contract."
Xue Susu and Xue Baiyou agreed without hesitation.
"Agreed."
"Agreed."
The black magic circles linking the three shone brightly, merging into a large black magic circle.
A moment later, Fang Xian, Xue Susu, and Xue Baiyou all felt the "Power of Contract," and the contract was successful.
The light dimmed, and the black magic circle disappeared.
[Contract successful, current contract partners: 51/101.]