Boom.
Boom.
Boom.
The crisp, melodious bells echoed through the divine realm, awakening the goddesses who were cultivating.
They slowly opened their beautiful eyes, a hint of confusion flashing across their faces.
Why were the bells ringing?
At that moment, a divine voice floated into their ears:
"I have something important to announce.
All of you, gather before the steps of Ziwei Palace."
In an instant, a fragrant breeze filled the air as the goddesses descended from the sky, assembling neatly at the stone steps.
A hundred flowers bloomed in competition.
Each woman was a first-class beauty, each with her own unique temperament.
It was so stunning, so breathtaking, it made one's heart tremble.
Shi Feixuan wore a pure white dress.
Her presence seemed even more transcendent than before.
But whenever her gaze landed on Liu Che, a subtle shyness would color her cheeks.
Even after serving him countless times, she remained adorably bashful.
Truly too cute.
Elizabeth Swann, meanwhile, wore a light yellow gown.
Her slender waist and stunning curves proudly declared her charms.
Among all the women, probably only Shirahoshi and Hancock could match her figure.
Shi Feixuan's gaze drifted across Bai Xing (Shirahoshi) and the others, a hint of disdain flashing in her eyes.
"**As a goddess, how can they dress so sloppily?
Sooner or later, they'll lose favor.**"
When Hancock caught Shi Feixuan's disdainful look, she was utterly unbothered—
instead, she raised her chest provocatively.
As for the three newly joined sisters—Butterfly Shinobu, Butterfly Kanae, and Kanao—
they stood quietly in their matching Demon Slayer Corps uniforms.
Their attire looked a little pitiful compared to the others,
but their natural beauty easily made up for it.
Though petite in stature, they exuded a unique, delicate charm.
Just as silent tension was building between the goddesses,
the sound of Liu Che's footsteps approached—
and immediately, all small rivalries ceased.
Liu Che stood atop the steps, smiling down at them:
"**I've been thinking lately...
Leaving you all in the palace with nothing but cultivation and bed service must get dull after a while.
I don't want you to get bored.**"
At those words, panic swept through the gathered women.
Were they being abandoned?
Was he already tired of them?
Were they going to be replaced by newcomers?
Shi Feixuan's heart clenched painfully.
She immediately knelt down, her voice trembling:
"**I am not bored, my lord!
Please don't abandon me!**"
The others followed suit in a panic.
"We're not bored either!
Please don't throw us away!"
Bai Xing even sounded on the verge of tears.
For a moment, the scene descended into chaotic pleading.
Liu Che couldn't help but laugh helplessly.
"When did I ever say I was abandoning you?"
"Then what did you mean...?" Shi Feixuan asked, wiping her tears.
"**I meant that to keep you from boredom,
I plan to develop new things in God's Domain—
and assign you some meaningful work.**"
Realization dawned on Shi Feixuan's face, and her cheeks flushed bright red.
The others, realizing they had misunderstood, looked equally embarrassed.
Liu Che first turned to the three Butterfly sisters and said:
"**From now on, you will manage the Magical Medicine Garden on the Green Meadow of God's Domain.
These are one-star herbs. The cultivation guide is inside this seed sphere.**"
He placed a bubble-like sphere gently on the ground.
Inside were the seeds and a detailed guide.
Butterfly Kanae carefully picked up the sphere,
handling it as if it were the world's most precious treasure,
worried that her still-clumsy divine power might accidentally harm it.
Next, Liu Che turned to Hancock:
"**You'll be responsible for the Purple Jade Pythons.
Those little guys are about to hatch.
If you encounter any problems, use this communicator.**"
"Yes, my lord."
Boa Hancock threw a flirtatious glance his way,
then tiptoed off gracefully toward her assigned task.
Liu Che continued:
"Bai Xing, Elizabeth Swann—
You two will manage the Youlan Bingrui at the Ice Crystal Coast."
Shirahoshi and Elizabeth exchanged glances and respectfully bowed.
[Youlan Bingrui]:
Grade: Two-Star Magical Herb
Effect: Slowly heals wounds to the soul
Requires: Protection and nurturing through Water Divine Power
Given that Shirahoshi mastered the tidal divine powers,
pairing her with Elizabeth was a perfect arrangement.
"**As for you four little ones—Hina, Hinata, and the others—
You'll be in charge of tending the cranes and my bedchamber.**"
"Yes, Master!"
The four adorable girls bowed together, their small faces full of determination.
At last, only Shi Feixuan remained standing in the square.
"My lord..." she asked softly,
"**What about me?
Is there anything special you need me to do?**"
Her bright eyes shimmered with anticipation.
After all, she was his first goddess, and surely she deserved a unique role.
Liu Che chuckled, pulled her slender waist into his arms, and soared into the sky.
Shi Feixuan flushed crimson but leaned gently against him without resisting.
"**I know you don't like tending herbs or playing with cranes.
So, from now on... you'll be in charge of the weather in God's Domain.**"
"**As long as you command it, my lord,
I, your humble servant, will do anything.**"
Laughing lightly, Liu Che carried her into the clouds.
That day, the skies over God's Domain were filled with joy—
clouds twisted into heart shapes, celebrating their bond.
Below, Hancock, who was tending the soon-to-hatch pythons, couldn't help but curse sourly:
"**Hmph! Pretending to be noble, huh?
Such a shameless fox!
Stealing the limelight every time!**"
Double standards, absolutely!
She always played the aloof, dignified goddess—
yet snuck away to monopolize the master whenever she could.
"**Maybe I should try that next time...
Who knows?
Maybe the lord will love it...**"
As she thoughtfully tossed a piece of meat into a baby python's mouth,
Hancock's beautiful eyes swirled with mischievous plotting.