Chapter 167: Chapter 167: Family Reunion, Collective Advancement to Rank 100, and a Stir Across the Douluo Continent
"Goddess of Life?!"
"Goddess of Kindness?!"
Gu Yuena was stunned.
She had sent Zhou Yi to the Divine Realm to slay the Golden Dragon King, yet here he was, returning home with the Goddess of Life and Goddess of Kindness in tow.
These were no ordinary gods—they were supreme deities, standing at the pinnacle of the Divine Realm.
Considering their deep ties with the Gods of Destruction and Evil, their presence here left little doubt about the fate of the others.
They were most likely... gone.
Otherwise, Zhou Yi wouldn't have been able to bring the Goddess of Life and Goddess of Kindness back with him.
No wonder he had taken so long.
He had caused a massive upheaval in the Divine Realm!
"The Goddess of Life and Goddess of Kindness..."
Bo Saixi curiously observed the two goddesses, whose flushed faces betrayed a mix of shame and anger. From them, she sensed a palpable aura of suppression.
It was a suppression stemming from their superior divine ranks.
Both of these goddesses far surpassed the Sea God's divine position she had inherited.
Her husband was truly extraordinary!
"Xixi, Nana!"
Zhou Yi gently set down the Goddess of Life and Goddess of Kindness, then stepped forward to tightly embrace Bo Saixi and Gu Yuena.
Inhaling the fragrance of their hair, he brushed his cheek against theirs and teased:
"Did you miss me? I've been thinking of you so much!"
"Miss you, my foot!"
Bo Saixi and Gu Yuena rolled their eyes in unison.
Miss them?
He must have been reveling in his time in the Divine Realm with these two goddesses, completely forgetting about them.
Who was he trying to fool?
"Sea God... Could the other one be the Silver Dragon King?"
The Goddess of Life and Goddess of Kindness scrutinized Bo Saixi and Gu Yuena. Due to the effects of the Transformation Pill, Gu Yuena's true form was undetectable.
However, they could sense her immense strength—slightly surpassing Bo Saixi's.
Bo Saixi, having inherited the Sea God's position, had become a First-Class God.
For someone to surpass her, the only plausible identity was the Silver Dragon King.
Soon enough, news of Zhou Yi's return spread like wildfire throughout the Zhou family estate. His wives, including Liu Erlong, Ah Yin, Tang Yuehua, and Bibi Dong, as well as his children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren, all gathered in excitement.
After all, Zhou Yi had been gone for thirty years.
Among his children, only a few had seen him, and even then, only as very young children.
Nevertheless, they had grown up hearing tales of his heroic deeds.
Even those who had never met Zhou Yi revered him.
"Husband!"
Liu Erlong and the others hurried to Zhou Yi's side. He embraced each of them in turn, his gaze sweeping over the group.
The scene was a tapestry of beauty, with women of various charms gathered together like a flourishing garden.
From a corner, the Goddess of Life and Goddess of Kindness silently observed the lively family reunion.
Seeing so many women around Zhou Yi, they couldn't help but mutter to themselves:
"What a scoundrel!"
"Husband, this is Yu Feng!"
Liu Erlong introduced her daughter to Zhou Yi. Liu Erlong also mentioned her son, Zhou Yulong, who was away at the moment.
"After all these years, Yu Feng has grown into a stunning young woman," Zhou Yi remarked.
Standing before him, Zhou Yufeng exuded a heroic spirit reminiscent of her mother, with a graceful yet fiery presence. Having cultivated the Bright Jade Divine Art, her beauty was matched by her strength.
Though she was already thirty years old, time had left no trace on her. She looked as youthful as a girl of sixteen and had reached Rank 97, the seventh level of the Divine Martial Realm.
"Father!"
Zhou Yufeng's lively eyes gazed at Zhou Yi with a hint of shyness, as she had only been one or two years old when he left. Despite her unfamiliarity, her admiration for him was evident.
Zhou Yi took out a pill and handed it to her.
"This is a Eternal Youth Pill; it will keep you eternally youthful."
"Thank you, Father!"
Elated, Zhou Yufeng accepted the pill, wrapping her arms around Zhou Yi's neck and planting a kiss on his cheek. She was well aware of the pill's miraculous effects—her mother and the other wives had already benefited from it.
Growing up with Zhou Yi's legendary deeds constantly in her ears, Zhou Yufeng's standards were extraordinarily high. No man could measure up to her father.
Thus, she remained unmarried, as did her sisters.
Zhou Yi was unconcerned. His daughters were his treasures; if they didn't wish to marry, so be it.
After greeting all his children and gifting each of them something precious, Zhou Yi turned his attention to his grandchildren.
The entire family was soon caught up in laughter and joy, their reunion a moment of pure bliss.
Zhou Yuying inherited Ah Yin's serene intelligence, possessing the gentle and refined demeanor of a Jiangnan woman.
Zhou Yi took the time to acquaint himself with each of his daughters and sons, presenting them with a gift as a token of affection.
Finally, it was the turn of the grandchildren.
The introductions were filled with joy and laughter, creating a harmonious atmosphere for the family.
Each gift from Zhou Yi was met with delight, particularly from his daughters, who couldn't help but cling to him affectionately.
The Goddess of Life and the Goddess of Kindness silently observed this familial bond, their gazes complex and tinged with a faint sense of envy.
"Everyone, step back! Let me show you the dragon I slew in the Divine Realm!" Zhou Yi declared, motioning for the crowd to make space.
Curiosity lit up everyone's faces.
Boom!
The Zhou Residence trembled as a massive golden dragon, over a thousand zhang in length and split cleanly in two, materialized in the courtyard. The sight left everyone stunned and speechless.
"What… what an enormous dragon!"
"Father is amazing!"
"Grandfather is mighty!"
"One day, I'll slay a dragon just like Grandfather!"
The awe-inspiring dragon captured the attention of Zhou Yufeng, Zhou Yuying, Zhou Yuan, and the other descendants. Their eyes shone with reverence, and their admiration for Zhou Yi deepened.
"Tonight, we feast on a Full Dragon Banquet!" Zhou Yi proclaimed loudly.
"Yay!"
"Full Dragon Banquet!"
"Full Dragon Banquet!"
The crowd erupted in excitement as Zhou Yi carved out the most tender parts of the Golden Dragon King to use as ingredients, giving the remainder of the dragon's body to Gu Yuena.
Gu Yuena stored the Golden Dragon King's remains but refrained from refining them immediately to enhance her strength. Instead, she chose to stay by Zhou Yi's side.
Once the Full Dragon Banquet concluded, Zhou Yi spent time with the women in his life.
Though only a month had passed in the Divine Realm, thirty years had elapsed in the mortal world.
Faced with Zhou Yi, the women who had endured decades of loneliness and longing finally released their pent-up emotions. Cherishing the fleeting time together, they sought to make up for the years of separation.
Starting with Liu Erlong.
Erlong's figure had become even more mature and voluptuous over the years. Her cultivation and grace had reached new heights, making her even more captivating in Zhou Yi's eyes. Unable to resist her allure, he gifted her a Boundary-Breaking Pill. They cultivated together, and under Zhou Yi's guidance, she easily broke through the hundredth level barrier, ascending to the ranks of a God.
Next, Zhou Yi visited Ah Yin's chamber.
Ah Yin's tranquil demeanor, coupled with the enchanting aura of the Blue Silver Emperor, was mesmerizing. Her presence bore similarities to the Goddess of Life but retained a unique charm of its own. Under Zhou Yi's assistance, Ah Yin also ascended to the hundredth level.
One by one, Zhou Yi helped Li Shishi, Li Bai Shi, Ling Yuan, Bibi Dong, Xiao Wu, Tang Yuehua, Bo Saixi, Gu Yuena, Hai Nu (Sea Maiden), Xiao Bai, Bai Xiuxiu, Lan Fozi, Zi Ji, Bi Ji, Wang Qiu'er, the Ice Empress, the Snow Empress, Wang Yuyan, Xiao Longnu, Jing Ni, Abi, and Azhu achieve breakthroughs. Most of them were already at the pinnacle of the 99th level, on the cusp of divinity. With Zhou Yi's assistance, they all ascended to the hundredth level.
"Scoundrel!"
The Goddess of Life and the Goddess of Kindness, left in an adjacent room, blushed furiously as they quietly cursed Zhou Yi. Bound by sealed cultivation, they had no means of escape.
Meanwhile…
The news of Zhou Yi's return after a thirty-year absence spread across the Douluo Continent like a Category 12 storm, igniting fervent excitement.
For a time, the entire continent was in an uproar.
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