Chapter 298: Nurturing New Life

Chapter 298: Chapter 298: Nurturing New Life

Jiang Bai raised his hand, and a nine-colored divine radiance surged forth from his palm, drawing in the celestial spiritual energy of the Divine Realm.

The dense celestial spiritual energy rushed in like a surging tide, enveloping the four dragon souls within its embrace.

The dragon souls began to absorb the celestial spiritual energy.

Their ethereal forms began to solidify at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Their bodies, once nearly transparent, gradually took on a faint sense of substance. Yet, they possessed neither flesh nor bone.

"We thank you, Dragon God." The four Dragon Kings bowed their heads in unison, offering their gratitude to Jiang Bai.

Jiang Bai waved his hand dismissively: "There is no need for such formalities. Cultivate here; the celestial spiritual energy will continuously nourish your dragon souls."

He then turned his gaze toward the little dragon cradled in Qian Renxue’s arms: "Oh, right—this child has yet to be given a name. You are her elders; why don’t you give her one?"

The four Dragon Kings exchanged glances.

The Fire Dragon King’s remnant soul fell silent for a moment before speaking: "Jialin. Let us name her Jialin."

"Jialin?" Jiang Bai repeated the name aloud. "A fine name indeed."

The Ice Dragon King’s remnant soul nodded in agreement: "Jialin—may she be as beautiful and strong as her name suggests."

The little dragon, Jialin, seemed to recognize her name; she poked her head out from Qian Renxue’s embrace, let out a soft "Awoo," and then promptly withdrew back inside.

Everyone chuckled.

...

The Dragon God Temple—Side Hall.

Jialin was settled into a room specially prepared for her on the lower level of the temple.

The Ice Dragon King’s remnant soul volunteered to stay behind and look after Jialin.

"Let me take care of her; after all, I have a bit more experience when it comes to raising children."

So said the Ice Dragon King. The Fire Dragon King offered no objection.

Although he yearned to care for his child personally, he knew that in his current state—merely a wisp of a remnant soul—his capabilities were limited. Moreover, the Ice Dragon King was indeed more attentive than he was.

Besides, hadn’t the Ice Dragon King already raised the Dragon Prince in the past?

The Time Dragon King and the Space Dragon King, meanwhile, had wandered off to other parts of the Divine Realm in search of amusement.

Jiang Bai returned to their bedchamber to find Qian Renxue seated by the window, cradling a cup of tea in her hands as she gazed out at the sea of ​​clouds.

"Ah Bai... tell me... when might we have a child of our own?"

Qian Renxue’s voice was soft, tinged with a blend of anticipation and trepidation.

Jiang Bai walked over to her side and took her hand in his. "Let nature take its course. What is meant to be will eventually come to pass."

Qian Renxue lifted her eyes to meet his gaze; within those violet depths, her eyes seemed to hold the shimmering clarity of a pool of spring water.

She spoke no words, merely biting her lip ever so slightly before slowly rising to her feet, taking his hand, and leading him toward the bed.

...

A few days later.

Early in the morning, Qian Renxue awoke from her slumber, suddenly struck by a peculiar sensation. Deep within her body, something seemed to be gently pulsing—so faintly that it was almost imperceptible, yet undeniably real.

Instinctively, she raised her hand and pressed it against her lower abdomen.

It felt as flat and unchanged as ever.

Yet, that strange sensation grew increasingly distinct.

Qian Renxue’s heart began to pound. She closed her eyes, sinking her consciousness deep within herself to perform an internal examination using her divine power.

And then, she saw it.

Deep within her dantian—her core of spiritual energy—a faint yet dazzlingly brilliant golden light was slowly pulsing. This light was distinct from her own Angelic Divine Power, yet it resonated with it in perfect harmony. It was tiny, yet it radiated an aura of warmth and profound sanctity.

It was a new life.

A life currently taking shape within her womb.

Qian Renxue opened her eyes, the rims of which were now faintly tinged with red. She reached out and gently nudged Jiang Bai, who was still fast asleep beside her; her voice trembled slightly as she spoke: "Ah Bai... Ah Bai, wake up."

Jiang Bai opened his groggy eyes. Seeing the look of mingled excitement and restraint on Qian Renxue’s face, he paused for a moment in bewilderment: "What’s wrong?"

Qian Renxue took his hand and pressed it against her lower abdomen.

Jiang Bai’s body went rigid in an instant.

He remained silent for a moment, then closed his eyes and channeled his divine power into Qian Renxue’s body.

A moment later, he opened his eyes again.

Those deep, profound eyes were now filled with nothing but delight and tenderness.

His voice was soft, yet it carried an irrepressible joy: "Sister Xue’er... we’re going to have a baby."

Qian Renxue threw herself into Jiang Bai’s arms, wrapping her hands tightly around his waist. Burying her face against his chest, her shoulders trembled ever so slightly.

Jiang Bai gently stroked her back and pressed a tender kiss to the crown of her head.

They held each other for a long time before finally pulling apart.

Qian Renxue lowered her gaze to her own lower abdomen, reaching out to caress it gently. It remained perfectly flat, yet she knew that a tiny new life was slowly growing within.

"Ah Bai... what do you think? Will it be a boy or a girl?"

"Either is fine."

"Do you prefer a boy or a girl?"

"I love them both."

Qian Renxue looked up at him, her eyes brimming with affection: "Then... what should we name the baby?"

Jiang Bai thought for a moment: "There’s no rush; we can take our time thinking it over. We have plenty of time, after all."

Qian Renxue nodded and leaned back into his embrace.

The news soon reached the ears of the Goddess of Life.

She was in her garden, watering the flowers, when she heard the news; the watering can nearly slipped from her grasp.

"The Angel God... is pregnant?"

She stood frozen in place, murmuring the words to herself.

The God of Destruction stood behind her, gazing at her retreating figure. After a moment of silence, he stepped forward and gently placed his arm around her shoulders.

"Little Green..."

The Goddess of Life set down the watering can, turned around, and leaned into his embrace.

"Little Purple... I want a baby, too."

Her voice was soft, tinged with a hint of wistfulness—and a touch of envy.

The God of Destruction gently patted her back and whispered, "I know. Once Li’er and Lingling complete their Divine Trials and inherit our divine positions, we will undergo reincarnation. When that time comes, we will definitely have a child."

The Goddess of Life nodded.

"Mm."

...

Meanwhile, on the Douluo Continent—Sea God Island.

Ye Lingling sat cross-legged on the steps of the Forbidden Zone, her eyes closed.

Around her, emerald-green divine radiance swirled, and the lotus-shaped mark on her forehead emitted a faint, ethereal glow.

The Divine Trial of Life: The Fifth Trial.

She was pushing herself to her absolute limits.

Not far away, Jiang Li’er stood by the shoreline, arms crossed over her chest, gazing out at the distant sea.

Around her, dark-golden divine radiance flowed, and an aura of destruction surged within her body.

The Divine Trial of Destruction: The Fourth Trial.

She had already completed the first three trials; her Soul Power had risen to Level 98, leaving her just a single step away from becoming a Peerless Douluo.

"Lingling," Jiang Li’er suddenly spoke up, "tell me... when do you think we’ll finally ascend to godhood?"

Ye Lingling opened her eyes, glanced at her, and softly replied, "Soon."

Jiang Li’er turned around to face her. "Do you think Jiang Bai misses us up there in the Divine Realm?"

Ye Lingling fell silent for a moment, then nodded.

Jiang Li’er grinned. "That’s good. When he comes back down to visit, I’m going to make sure he spends plenty of time with us."

Ye Lingling offered no verbal reply, but the corners of her lips curled upward ever so slightly.

The sea breeze swept past, stirring the strands of their hair.

In the distance—high in the skies above the Divine Realm—several streaks of flowing light could be faintly discerned as they flashed across the heavens.

...

The Divine Realm—The Dragon God Temple.

Jiang Bai stood before a window, gazing out at the vast sea of ​​clouds beyond.

Clutched in his hand was a small, golden dragon scale—the very first scale that had shed from Jialin’s body upon her birth, which he had kept as a cherished keepsake.

Qian Renxue approached him from behind and gently wrapped her arms around him. "Ah Bai, tell me... who do you think our child will take after?"

Jiang Bai thought for a moment. "You, I suppose. Ideally, they’d take after you entirely."

Qian Renxue smiled. "Why?"

"Because you’re beautiful."

Qian Renxue gave him a playful look of reproach. "Such a smooth talker."

Jiang Bai turned around to face her, speaking earnestly. "I’m serious. Our child is bound to be stunning."

Qian Renxue leaned into his embrace, saying nothing.

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