Chapter 302 | I, Liu Xian, Am Not a Divine Dragon

On this day...

The Xiliang Women's Kingdom was, naturally, extraordinarily bustling.

It could be considered a nationwide celebration.

Although on this day, the people of the Women's Kingdom might not necessarily see Su Qing...

That did not stop them from celebrating and feeling joyful for this occasion.

The entire nation held great admiration and affection for Bai Yuhe.

After all, under her governance, the Women's Kingdom flourished, and the people lived in peace and prosperity.

In their daily lives, there were no wars or roaming bandits.

This alone was enough for the citizens of the Women's Kingdom to love their King beyond measure.

As for the Empress...

The citizens naturally adored her as well.

The reason, of course, was not merely because the Empress was beautiful.

It was because shortly after the Empress arrived, she had removed a great scourge for the Women's Kingdom!

She had driven away the Taoist who occupied the Abortion Spring.

One must know that the Taoist possessed immortal arts...

He could summon sandstorms and flying stones, or make flesh grow on white bones; even thousands of elite soldiers could not get near him.

He was an incredibly formidable fellow.

Even Her Majesty had found him a massive headache and a trouble difficult to expel.

Ever since that Taoist arrived, he had forcibly occupied Po'er Cave, renaming it Juxian Nunnery, and guarded the Abortion Spring within...

He refused to share the water freely.

If people wanted to obtain a ladle of spring water, they had to present gifts of red silk, fine wine, fruit platters, and sincere offerings before they could beg for a single bowl.

And where would ordinary families get such money?

To obtain just one ladle of water, they would have to bankrupt themselves...

Because of this Taoist, many were forced to give birth against their will.

However, not long after the Empress arrived, she took action and easily drove that Taoist away...

This meant the citizens no longer needed to ruin themselves financially to seek a bowl of water from the Abortion Spring.

It also meant those who accidentally drank from the Mother-Child River no longer found it impossible to seek a remedy.

Such an achievement was naturally worthy of the people's love.

Of course, even more than admiring the Empress, everyone admired the King...

After all, to be able to win over such a powerful Empress, who was like a true immortal.

How could that not command respect?

In short, on this day, the entire Women's Kingdom celebrated.

They offered their most sincere blessings to the King and the Empress.

Such a grand celebration...

Naturally attracted someone's attention.

On this day.

Amidst the streets overflowing with a joyful atmosphere, a new face appeared.

Look at her: a delicate face like embroidered silk, beauty like golden pearls, as graceful and slender as Xi Shi herself.

She came to the street, and seeing the festive mood, she couldn't help but extend her slender fingers to pull at a woman, inquiring, "Sisters, what are you all celebrating?"

"Little sister, do you not know what day it is?"

"I do not. I have been cultivating in Pipa Cave and have not stepped into the world for half a year. I came to the street today to buy some sundries, but seeing such a celebration, I couldn't help but be curious."

"So you are a Daoist nun, forgive my lack of respect." The woman smiled and said, "Today is the day the King and the Empress are wed! we are celebrating for this very reason."

"So it is for this... Speaking of which, what does that Empress look like? And when did this happen? I haven't heard of it before."

"That... let me tell you slowly." Perhaps the woman had nothing better to do.

She slowly recounted everything she knew.

The inquirer listened, feeling somewhat dazed.

She couldn't help but feel a flicker of curiosity toward this new Empress.

She smiled brightly, turned to thank the woman, and then walked away.

After only a few steps, the woman suddenly vanished.

By the time the other person looked for her again, she was nowhere to be seen.

Meanwhile, in the palace of the Women's Kingdom.

The city was lively, but the palace was even more so.

Yet, despite the bustle, everything was in perfect order.

"It really is a unique experience. I've experienced taking a wife before, and now I'm experiencing being married off. Although we are both women, it's still a rather special feeling."

Su Qing thought to herself, finding it quite amusing.

At the same time, she noticed.

High in the air, someone seemed to be watching every move within the palace.

Su Qing's brow twitched slightly. Though she felt a hint of displeasure, seeing that the other party seemed to have no ill intent, she didn't pay it much mind.

Instead, she continued with the wedding proceedings.

Time passed quickly, and the wedding went exceptionally smoothly... everything seemed as if aided by the heavens, without a single mistake.

In this way, before they knew it, night had fallen.

Su Qing was just starting to feel bored when a pair of fair, tender hands lifted her bridal veil.

"You certainly seem to be having fun?" Su Qing said with a faint smile to Bai Yuhe.

Hearing this, Bai Yuhe beamed and said, "Of course I'm happy! After all, on a day like this, how could I not be? But speaking of which, is it not time for the consummation of our marriage?"

Su Qing couldn't help but feel helpless. She tapped the girl's forehead lightly and said, "You girl, surely you weren't looking forward to the wedding night all day?"

Bai Yuhe's cherry lips curled up as she rested her hand on Su Qing's shoulder. "That's right! After all, you've put me through so much these past few days!"

"Don't say things that are so easily misunderstood. I was merely teaching you cultivation these past few days."

"But you tell me, during those days of learning cultivation, didn't you put me through a lot?"

"Was it really that serious?"

"Of course!" Bai Yuhe smiled brilliantly, revealing her pearly white teeth. "So, tonight it's my turn to put you through it! Besides, on our wedding night, shouldn't we enjoy the joys of union?"

Su Qing looked at the girl, then smiled helplessly. "If you wish, it is naturally no problem... but before that, I must go do something."

Bai Yuhe was slightly stunned, her eyes filled with confusion.

She asked, "What are you going to do? Could it be that Sister wants to desert at the last moment?"

Su Qing gently pinched her nose. "When have you ever seen me desert? Don't worry, it's just a small matter to handle. I'll be back shortly to accompany my fair lady of Xiliang!"

Bai Yuhe believed Su Qing's words.

So, she let her go.

Su Qing pushed open the door and stepped out of the room.

In an instant, she arrived before the woman watching from the sky.

Upon seeing the woman, Su Qing remained polite and did not speak harshly.

She simply asked, "Little sister has been watching from the sky for so long; have you seen enough?"

Seeing Su Qing appear before her, the woman instinctively stepped back, turning as if to pull out a weapon to attack.

But once she saw Su Qing's appearance, she immediately withdrew her hand and abandoned the idea of attacking.

Firstly, she didn't want to harm the person before her.

Secondly, she vaguely felt that she was no match for her.

If they truly fought.

She would certainly have no chance of winning.

"I haven't quite seen enough... I was also quite curious what Sister and that Queen would do next!" The Scorpion Spirit's vermillion lips parted as she smiled playfully.

She wasn't lying...

She truly didn't know what would happen next.

Hearing this, Su Qing didn't believe her and only said, "Does Sister not understand?"

"I've made Sister laugh. I am a scorpion who cultivated into a spirit while listening to sutras before the Buddha. Thus, I truly do not understand the affairs of human relations. The reason I am here now is because I accidentally stung the Buddha's hand and was pursued by Arhats, which led me to flee to this place."

The Scorpion Spirit smiled lightly as she explained her origin.

Upon hearing this, Su Qing was slightly surprised...

What kind of luck was this?

How could she encounter the Scorpion Spirit here?

But it had to be said, this Scorpion Spirit was indeed incomparably beautiful.

If Su Qing hadn't seen so many stunning individuals, she might have been truly astonished.

However, Su Qing felt...

That the Scorpion Spirit could still be alive after stinging the Buddha and make it here... it was likely that the Buddha had no intention of killing her at all, but was merely using the opportunity to drive her away.

This was so the Scorpion Spirit could become another tribulation in the Journey to the West.

Otherwise, with the Buddha's power...

In the blink of an eye, the Scorpion Spirit would have likely died many times over.

As for what the Scorpion Spirit thought about this.

Su Qing truly didn't know.

And she was too lazy to guess.

She simply covered her mouth and chuckled, saying, "So you have such a history... but if Sister does not understand these things, then it's best not to for now. What follows is still too early for you. So, please return! Do not make me have to 'escort' you back."

Seeing Su Qing issue an order to leave.

The Scorpion Spirit did not insist on staying to watch. She simply bowed to Su Qing.

Then she said, "Since Sister wants me to leave, how could I not! But if Sister is interested in the future, you can come to Pipa Cave on Mount Dudi to find me. I will surely prepare a banquet to host you. By the way, my name is Jin Xin. Could Sister also tell me your name?"

Su Qing smiled helplessly. She did not hide her name and simply nodded, saying, "My surname is Su, and my given name is Qing. Just call me Su Qing."

"Sister's name is quite lovely!" After saying that, the Scorpion Spirit turned to leave, adding, "Sister must remember to come and play with me in the future!"

These were mostly polite formalities...

But saying them or not gave off a different feeling.

Su Qing watched the Scorpion Spirit depart.

Then she shook her head slightly.

She couldn't help but think:

"I'd better not interfere too much in the matter of the Scorpion Spirit! The tribulation of the Women's Kingdom has already been disrupted by me... if I disrupt the Scorpion Spirit's tribulation as well, I wonder if the Buddha will come looking for me to chat about life."

"Although he said not to care too much and that I could act somewhat willfully, it's still better not to overdo it! After all, the westward journey is quite important."

After sending the Scorpion Spirit away.

Su Qing returned to the room.

In the room, Bai Yuhe was already fully prepared.

Seeing Su Qing return, she couldn't help but reveal a smile.

She opened her cherry lips and said, "Sister is finally back; you've made me wait quite impatiently. To run out of the room on our wedding night deserves a good punishment."

Su Qing smiled helplessly at the sight and said, "Yuhe! Do you think you can be a match for me this time?"

She chuckled and replied, "We'll only know after we try!"

Hearing these words...

Su Qing couldn't help but laugh even more happily.

Tonight was destined to be a sleepless night.

As for who would find it hardest to sleep.

No one would know.

A night of passion passed...

The next day.

Early morning.

Su Qing and Bai Yuhe were once again in the bathtub, cleansing their bodies...

The two looked at each other and smiled, though it was unclear what they were smiling about.

Su Qing leaned against the tub, feeling the warmth of the water. After using her foot to push away the restless person nearby.

She said, "Rest well later... after handling state affairs this afternoon, come and continue your cultivation! Your cultivation has only just reached the entry level; you need to work harder in the future."

Hearing this, Bai Yuhe said coquettishly, "Can we practice tomorrow? We were up all night; how is half a day of rest enough? Besides, I have to handle state affairs; where will I find the energy to cultivate? As the saying goes, too much is as bad as too little. Naturally, I should rest properly before practicing again."

Listening to Bai Yuhe's crooked logic.

Su Qing reached out and tapped the girl's forehead.

She originally wanted to give her a lecture, but after thinking about it, she finally just pursed her lips and said, "Fine, since you want to practice tomorrow, then tomorrow it is. What you say is not wrong... pushing too hard in cultivation can indeed be counterproductive."

Seeing that she had convinced Su Qing, Bai Yuhe momentarily looked like a victor in high spirits.

She couldn't help but hug Su Qing's cheek and give it a peck, saying, "I knew Sister was the best."

Su Qing smiled helplessly. When this girl was on the dragon throne, her aura was like a rainbow, truly the sovereign of a nation. Just by sitting there with a cold, pretty face, she could make the ministers break into a cold sweat.

But at other times, she was like an ordinary young girl.

Getting immensely happy over small things.

And complaining incessantly to her about the hardships of cultivation.

How could such a person not be endearing?

Su Qing shook her head and said, "Who was it last night that said Sister was the worst?"

"Wasn't that because Sister bit me and it hurt?" Bai Yuhe said with a beaming smile.

Su Qing and Bai Yuhe chatted back and forth, enjoying themselves immensely.

Before they knew it, they were mostly finished washing.

Su Qing stepped out of the tub, changed her clothes, and turned to leave the bedchamber.

She would let the girl rest properly.

Days passed one by one in this relaxed and comfortable manner.

Before they knew it.