Monarch Night

The four old demons seemed to have wandered off somewhere without a care in the world.

It wasn't until almost noon that they returned, swaying back and forth, and even brought back a table full of food and drink.

Fang Che quickly went to meet them, complaining, "Master, where did you go? Why are you back so late? We were waiting to serve you tea in the morning, but couldn't find you."

Yin Shen Palace was stunned, smacked his forehead, and said, "This matter... I've no experience with it, totally slipped my mind."

Forgotten...

Fang Che was at a loss whether to laugh or cry.

Yin Shen Palace lamented, "Blame your Second Master for insisting on giving you more time, dragging me from coming back. Old Mu, come here and take your beating."

Mu Lin Yuan chuckled as he approached, saying, "It's not too late, we Jianghu people don't mind these things. As long as noon hasn't passed, it's fine. Sect Hierarch, let's hurry, the sun's almost at its peak."

Instantly, the four old demons strode into the main hall.

Sitting upright with grave seriousness.

As solemn as solemn can be, as dignified as dignified can be.

Yin Shen Palace even used his power to shake off the dust and disperse the smell of alcohol from his body. Mu Lin Yuan and the others wanted to do the same but were stopped by Yin Shen Palace, "You three are just here for show, don't take it so seriously."

The three old demons puffed their cheeks and opened their eyes wide in displeasure.

Yet they didn't dare steal the Sect Hierarch's thunder, accepting the homage with reluctant faces and a hint of alcohol in their breath.

Fang Che hurriedly called out Ye Meng, who knelt down to serve tea. The four old demons, looking all dignified, took a sip, completing the ceremony.

Yin Shen Palace was very pleased and immediately took out a beaded chain, handing it to Ye Meng.

The beaded chain shimmered with a purple glow, as if containing boundless potential.

"This is a string of Heavenly Heart Jade. Wear it, and during cultivation, it will repel all evil, keep heart demons at bay, and quickly help enter meditation. It can also slowly expel poison elixir from the body."

Yin Shen Palace said, "This is... our family heirloom, I'm entrusting it to you. In the future, when you have children, use it as an engagement gift for them."

Mu Lin Yuan and the other two were taken aback because this really was the family heirloom of Yin Shen Palace.

Yin Shen Palace had kept it by his side for half his life, and it was unexpected he'd part with it today.

"Thank you, Master."

Ye Meng knelt down and kowtowed.

"Take good care of him, and you two live well together."

Yin Shen Palace's voice was very gentle.

"Yes."

Then Mu Lin Yuan and the others also presented valuable gifts.

All were given to Ye Meng.

Fang Che spread his hands, "Master, what about mine?"

"What's this got to do with you today?"

Yin Shen Palace huffed, "Don't think I don't understand; today is the meeting gift for the new couple, also known as the name change gift. It has nothing to do with you. Besides... you got a heap of wedding gifts yesterday, aren't you satisfied?"

"Uh..."

Fang Che responded sheepishly, "I thought there'd be something for me too."

"Get lost!"

The four scolded simultaneously.

Ye Meng covered their mouth, laughing.

At noon, under the insistence of Yin Shen Palace, the six of them had a meal together, calling it a reunion meal.

After that, the four of Yin Shen Palace settled at Scholar Residence, asking about the Worldwide Escort Agency every day.

Fang Che was completely open, sharing everything without reservation.

The four old demons were extremely satisfied.

Fang Che donned his Steward's clothes, shimmering gold as he went to work, while the four old demons basked in the sun at home.

When they had enough sun, they'd wander out to watch Mr. Fang strut around impressively on the streets, feeling quite proud and clicking their tongues in praise.

Sometimes they'd quietly float into the Worldwide Escort Agency, hide their presence, and observe the operations of sub-branches.

Checking on the younger demons' daily activities.

Listening to their private discussions.

Growing ever more satisfied.

Yemo, using the identity of Starlight, held such sway over the sub-branch that he fashioned himself akin to a god.

It's simply... absolutely wild!

For three consecutive days, even Fang Che felt very warm and cozy.

With the old demons watching over the sub-branches, the Starlight Master slackened for a few days.

After work, he'd go home, drink wine, and enter the bridal chamber.

Newlyweds delighting in their happiness.

Fang Che let go of all his stress, immersed in the gentle land of love.

Even the old demons started to seem a little endearing...

...

On the third day of Fang Che's marriage.

At the Guardian Headquarters.

Dongfang Sansan looked at the information brought by Yueying, a smile creeping unknowingly onto his lips.

"I said this last time, and you kept giving excuses. In the end, Yin Shen Palace became the matchmaker. Hmph, I, the dignified Guardian Chief Strategist, man of authority, yet my influence doesn't compare to some mere Sect Hierarch of Yixin Sect."

After pondering.

Fang Che and Ye Meng got married, and by any means, he should make a gesture.

But how to send it posed a big question.

Sending someone from the Southeast, Dongfang Sansan was uneasy. There was potential for leaks, a risk that absolutely couldn't be taken.

If he lets someone from the headquarters go... the only ones who know Fang Che's identity, aside from himself, are Xue Fuxiao alone.

Dongfang Sansan was torn.

Xue Fuxiao... after all, is the top expert on the Cloud Weapon List. To have him run errands?... This, feels a bit unfair to Little Xue.

Dongfang Sansan sighed.

No choice, you know too much. Running errands isn't that big a deal...

After finding a reason, he immediately suppressed the guilt and discord of 'using the top expert as an errand boy,' feeling at ease.

It's decided, Little Xue.

Speedy and safe, most importantly absolutely confidential – Wow, in this light, Little Xue is a marvel of an errand boy!

Indeed, none is more suited.

The next problem is, what to send?