Chapter 482 - 481: Her Territory

The colossal warship looked ancient and battle-scarred. With no totems or banners, it was impossible to determine its camp.

The territory’s guards stared intently at the vessel.

The Guard Commander, Jialou, also grew uncharacteristically serious. He watched as the warship came to a stop within the bounds of the Sky Star Territory—

Years of experience from the battlefield told him there were some very troublesome male Beastmen on that ship.

Until...

He caught a familiar scent.

Their Lord, Miss Rabbit.

Yu Zhizhi hadn’t been back in a long time. She eagerly lifted the hem of her skirt and descended from the warship.

From a distance, she waved at the guards.

The initially tense atmosphere suddenly froze, then gradually relaxed.

The entire sea of guards bowed to their esteemed Lady Lord.

Jialou also reined in his aggressiveness. He walked up to the Rabbit Clan Lady, placed his left arm across his chest, and said, "Lord, welcome home."

The young knight was from Sun Ridge.

He was extremely diligent in his duties. During the time Yu Zhizhi was away, the territory had been peaceful and uneventful.

The Knight Alliance, however, was in great turmoil due to the fall of the Knight King.

After seeing him, Yu Zhizhi hesitated for a moment before asking softly, "Jialou, do you... need a vacation?"

The Knight Alliance was currently at the center of a storm. Although Jialou was employed by the territory, he was, at the end of the day, still a knight of Sun Ridge.

They had their own faith.

The young knight replied, "I was planning on it. But, Lady Lord, have you found a suitable person to temporarily replace me?"

He couldn’t just leave so abruptly.

Before leaving, he had to ensure the territory’s safety.

Jialou was very satisfied with this "job."

Compared to the other missions the Knight Alliance took on, none could compare to this one.

Yu Zhizhi fell silent.

Jialou said considerately, "Why don’t I wait until the Prince Merfolk from the Deep Sea Empire arrives before I take my leave?"

"Mhm~" At the mention of Yusen, Yu Zhizhi’s eyes lit up slightly.

’Counting the days, Yusen should be arriving soon, too.’

She glanced back at the warship.

"We have a guest today. Go and make preparations."

Jialou smiled. "Yes, Lord."

Yu Zhizhi heard a huge splash in the distance. The guards on the shore unconsciously gripped the hilts of their swords.

She saw an octopus’s tentacle, which quickly sank back into the sea.

’It’s Little Octopus.’

On her way back, Yu Zhizhi had been thinking about preparing a special residence for Little Octopus, one with a large pool that could also get some sun.

On the warship, soldiers stood in neat rows.

Shen He’s figure slowly appeared.

Jialou, who had just started to walk away, took only a few steps before turning back in astonishment—

’This aura!’

He got a clear look at the guest’s face. It was actually Marshal Shen He of the Deep Sea Empire!

’The Hai Giant Shark personally escorted Ms. Zhi Zhi home?’

This was somewhat beyond Jialou’s comprehension...

It was Shen He’s first time visiting the territory. He slowly scanned the small island, which was in an excellent geographical location. Though remote, it connected the two great empires of Varolan and the Deep Sea.

If this island weren’t a private domain, both Varolan and the Deep Sea would have fought over it.

It had probably been forgotten before because it was so barren.

Now it was neat and tidy. Although not as grand and magnificent as other territories, it really suited the little female’s style, like a paradise hidden from the world.

Yu Zhizhi was in an excellent mood upon returning to her own territory. Seeing Shen He descend, she walked up and enthusiastically invited him, "Lord Shen He, come with me. I’ll give you a tour."

The words had barely left her mouth when she heard a chattering sound.

A small, dark-ice-colored ball came fluttering over.

The Little Elf went "WAAAH" and bumped into Yu Zhizhi’s shoulder.

It did its best to express how much it had missed her: "Guji~ Guji~!"

This was one of the two Elves Yu Zhizhi was raising. She reached out and stroked its little wings, which radiated Ice Qi. "Aquilia."

Following close behind was a little ball of fire. Compared to the crybaby Aquilia, the Fire Element Loy was much calmer.

It simply hovered in the air a meter from its master, quietly watching Miss Rabbit.

And the male beside her.

"Loy~"

It heard its master call its name.

A glint flickered in Loy’s eyes, and it slowly drifted closer.

Cradling Aquilia in her left arm and holding Loy in her right palm, Yu Zhizhi introduced them to the Big Shark, "These are the two little pets I’m raising."

’They’re from the Elf System Pet Eggs I got while doing quests.’

’After they hatched, they became Little Elves.’

’When they reach level thirty, they can even take human form~’

Shen He watched this "heartwarming" scene, the corner of his brow twitching. "Elves?"

On the Beast World Planet, Elves were extremely rare.

He had read in ancient books that they were not native creatures.

Yu Zhizhi started walking toward the castle where she lived. "Lord Shen He, would you like to stay for a few more days? I can have a special room prepared for you."

Shen He’s gaze fell on the flowerbeds along the path. The various flowers and plants showed that the Lord of the territory took great care of them.

"No need. I’m leaving tonight," Shen He refused.

Yu Zhizhi’s steps faltered slightly.

The little ball of fire squeezed out of her arms and flew into the air, following at a distance.

Seeing the slight daze in the little female’s eyes, Shen He gave a rare explanation, "The Deep Sea Empire has captured the mastermind behind the Chelsea Territory incident. I need to interrogate them personally."

At the mention of Chelsea, Yu Zhizhi thought of that group of smugglers.

It was once the largest territory on the planet, with the greatest potential to develop into a new empire, but it all came to an abrupt end.

No one knew where Lord Chelsea had gone.

’Perhaps, like Tang Luo Ke, he stumbled into an Otherworld by some twist of fate.’

Yu Zhizhi nodded lightly. "Alright. I wish you a safe journey."

’In that case, I’ll prepare a grand banquet to welcome the Big Shark and see him off.’

Shen He saw the castle at the very center of the territory. It was bright and dreamlike—this was the nest the little female had built for herself.

He took a couple of extra glances, as if to commit the building’s entire appearance to memory.

’In the future, when it’s time to keep her, I’ll also have to build her nest according to her preferences. Just like keeping a beautiful little bird.’

Buli was amazed after arriving in the territory.

Ms. Zhi Zhi’s territory was so well-managed that anyone who saw it would want to live there permanently. From the countless varieties of flowers and vast expanses of greenery to the Divine Tree saplings planted on the distant hillside—

Huh? Buli spotted a building that was completely different from the castle.

A deep, ink-green structure, it looked as if it were sinking into a swamp, exuding a repressive yet mysterious aura.

Shen He also saw the building not far from the castle.

’It looks like a place for someone to live.’

Buli glanced at Lord Shen He, then asked, "Ms. Zhi Zhi, what is that place?"

Yu Zhizhi followed the direction Buli was pointing.

She answered directly, "That’s where Louis and the others live."

Louis and the others had their own independent residence in the territory.

This was Buli’s first time visiting a personal territory owned by a noble female. He let out a mental "Huh?" ’Does this mean that each of Ms. Zhi Zhi’s Beast Husbands will have their own residence?’

’In that case, won’t Prince Yusen be building a new castle in this territory very soon?’