"You missed me, so I came back."
Just as Consort Ya was muttering, a familiar voice suddenly sounded behind her.
She froze for a moment, then turned around abruptly, seeing an incredibly familiar face she had yearned for day and night.
"Xiao Li?!"
"When… when did you come back?"
"Just now."
Consort Ya could no longer suppress her longing and quickly ran over.
"Slow down."
Xiao Li was startled and quickly went to catch her.
"With such a big belly, why are you running?"
Facing Xiao Li's doting reprimand, Consort Ya just smiled foolishly and blissfully.
Nothing was more exciting and thrilling than seeing the beloved person she had yearned for day and night appear before her eyes.
If Xiao Li hadn't held her back, Consort Ya would have been even more agitated.
Hai Bodong was also very surprised, not expecting Xiao Li to return suddenly.
That evening, the Mittel Family held a grand banquet to celebrate properly.
After all, Xiao Li was now considered their son-in-law, and one with incredibly powerful influence and strength.
Naturally, the proper etiquette had to be observed.
Xiao Li might not care, but they couldn't neglect it.
That night, Xiao Li stayed in Consort Ya's room, catching up and chatting with her.
Besides that, nothing else could be done.
After all, Consort Ya's due date was approaching, and intimate relations were not possible.
Although Consort Ya had endured loneliness for a long time, she could only continue to endure it for now... The next morning, Xiao Li decided to make a detour to Yunlan Sect to see Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran.
Although their due dates were after Consort Ya's.
But the news of Xiao Li's return to the Jia Ma Royal Capital had already spread.
Since he had returned, if he didn't go to see them, it would always make them a little unhappy.
Yunlan Sect.
Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran were already waiting outside the sect.
Seeing Xiao Li, both master and disciple showed incredibly joyful and excited expressions on their faces.
"Xiao Li!"
"Brother Li!"
"Why are you two still waiting for me here?"
Xiao Li quickly walked over, embracing them both.
"We knew you were coming, so we couldn't help but wait for you here," Yun Yun said with a gentle and intellectual smile.
After a long absence, she had become even more beautiful and charming.
"Brother Li, I missed you so much." With Yun Yun beside her, Nalan Yanran felt a bit shy about hogging too much affection, but she still boldly expressed her longing.
"I missed you both too." Xiao Li kissed the two women's thin lips, then led them back up to the Yunlan Sect's main gate.
Yun Shan and a group of elders also personally came out to greet him.
"Young Master Xiao, long time no see."
"Sect Master Yun Shan, long time no see, no need to be so polite."
Yun Shan's attitude towards Xiao Li, from initial equality to his current gradual respect, all had reasons.
Xiao Li's strength was obvious to all.
Especially in the Black-Corner Region, Xiao Li's deeds had spread back, shocking all who heard the news and increasing their admiration.
Moreover, Yun Shan had personally witnessed Xiao Li's strength and methods, so respect was essential.
"I just came back to see Yun'er and Yanran; you don't need to hold a big banquet or anything, and don't disturb our time together, understand?" Xiao Li warned in advance.
He wasn't interested in dining with Yun Shan and the others.
"Understood!"
Yun Shan was also very sensible, leaving the time and place for Xiao Li and Yun Yun.
Xiao Li stayed at Yunlan Sect for two days.
One day with Yun Yun, one day with Nalan Yanran.
Of course, it was pure companionship, telling them about the Black-Corner Region, about the Central Plains, and mutually confiding their longing.
Although the two women missed Xiao Li greatly, due to their pregnancies, their heavy longing could only be expressed through words, and not through physical means... Two days later, Xiao Li also left Yunlan Sect and headed to the Jia Ma Royal Family.
Yao Ye and Yao Yue were also waiting.
This was a set procedure, visiting them according to the order of their due dates.
"Brother Li, you're here."
Yao Ye and Yao Yue stepped forward, intimately taking Xiao Li's hand.
"Hmm, did you miss me during the time I was away?"
"Yes," Yao Ye admitted generously.
"What about Yue'er?" Xiao Li looked at the girl beside her.
The little princess's cheeks flushed slightly, and she whispered, "Yes..."
Xiao Li was satisfied.
He also stayed at the Jia Ma Royal Family for two days, accompanying Yao Ye for one day and Yao Yue for one day.
Xiao Li was still very fair, not showing special favoritism to anyone, advocating for equal treatment.
This round of visits was quite busy.
After accompanying Yao Ye and Yao Yue, Xiao Li returned to Consort Ya's side.
Because Consort Ya's due date was approaching, he had to be by her side... "Miss, push, it's almost out!"
"Push, almost, the head is already out!"
"Wah—!"
With a cry, the room was immediately filled with joyful sounds.
"She gave birth! She gave birth!"
"Congratulations, Miss, congratulations, Young Master, it's a daughter."
The midwife held the baby in front of Consort Ya for her to see.
Looking at the baby in swaddling clothes, Consort Ya's face showed a blissful smile.
"Xiao Li, you name the child."
"Then let's call her Xiao Ya."
"Xiao Ya... that's a beautiful name."
Consort Ya reluctantly watched the midwife carry the baby away.
Xiao Li, on the other hand, stepped forward, held her jade-like hand, wiped the sweat from Consort Ya's forehead, and took out a pill for her to take.
"Take this pill; it can help you recover quickly."
"Mm..."
Consort Ya took the pill and then rested.
That day, the entire Mittel Family was immersed in joy, celebrating together.
The Jia Ma Royal Family, Yunlan Sect, Nalan Family, and other various factions all sent their blessings... [Ding! Consort Ya successfully gave birth to a child.]
[Reward: 'Sun Essence'!]
... Xiao Li had been by Consort Ya's side these past two days.
After taking the seventh-grade Qi Replenishing Pill specially refined by Xiao Li, Consort Ya's condition recovered very quickly; she was basically fully recovered the next day, with excellent spirits.
She didn't look like someone who had just given birth at all.
Looking at Xiao Ya, her face was full of loving affection.
"Little Ya~ so good."
Her happiness was evident in her expression.
Xiao Li accompanied her, and together with Consort Ya, they coaxed Xiao Ya to sleep, then handed her over to experienced maidservants.
"Xiao Li."
Consort Ya turned around, looking at Xiao Li with affectionate eyes, her arms actively wrapping around his neck.
"I really want to..."
She hadn't been intimate with Xiao Li for a long time.
Now that she had finally recovered, she was itching with desire.
"What do you really want?" Xiao Li asked knowingly.
Making Consort Ya's cheeks flush crimson, she pouted,
"You scoundrel, do I have to say it out loud?"
She slightly stood on her tiptoes and actively kissed Xiao Li.
Her fervent breath spoke of the infinite longing in her heart.
Xiao Li no longer teased her; he carried her to the bed, gently caressing her still graceful and enchanting curves.
"Fei'er, I will make it up to you properly."
"Mm..."
Consort Ya showed no restraint; instead, she displayed unprecedented initiative.
And she lingered with Xiao Li for an entire night...