Chapter 42

The moment Feng Lu spoke, the temperature in the hall seemed to drop instantly.
The previously harmonious atmosphere froze completely.
Dark clouds seemed to gather around Ye Lixiao, and his overwhelming, bone-chilling demonic aura was released.
Everyone present dared not even breathe, clearly sensing how much Ye Lixiao cared about the little cat in his arms. And yet, the king had the audacity to say something like that.
Feng Lu also felt the immense pressure. Ye Lixiao was far more terrifying than he had imagined. If he were to confront him directly, there would be no way Feng Lu could stand a chance.
Forcing a smile, Feng Lu said, “Heh. I was only joking. Your Excellency the Demon King, no need to get angry. Since this little one is your beloved pet, how could I possibly take her away?”
Ye Lixiao’s gaze was icy as it pierced Feng Lu. After a moment, he finally retracted his demonic aura.
Don’t think he didn’t understand Feng Lu’s intentions, he was certainly trying to cast some ill thoughts toward Xing Luo.
But Ye Lixiao had already prepared for this. He had given Xing Luo a teleportation talisman; should Feng Lu make a move, he could ensure her safety.
The banquet continued. Midway through, Xing Liuche seemed to have drunk a bit too much. He stood up and left the palace, intending to sober himself.
The moment Xing Luo saw her brother leave alone, she lightly pawed at Ye Lixiao’s hand. “Meow meow.” I want to go down!
“What is it? You want to go?” Ye Lixiao quickly understood her intention, she probably wanted to find Xing Liuche.
He set her down, and Xing Luo immediately followed the direction her brother had taken.
Xing Liuche walked all the way to the back garden before stopping.
He entered a pavilion and sat down, letting the cool breeze brush against him.
“Meow.” Xing Luo trotted to his feet, rubbing her little body against his legs.
“Hm? You’re. the Demon King’s pet?” Xing Liuche lowered his gaze.
Since this little one could transform into human form, she should have human-level thinking. Why would she approach him so intimately?
For some reason, Xing Liuche felt a sense of familiarity with this little creature.
Xing Luo glanced around, but being so small, she couldn’t see much.
Understanding her meaning, Xing Liuche used his spiritual sense to survey the area. Once he confirmed that no one was around, he spoke, “There’s no one nearby.”
Hearing this, Xing Luo finally relaxed. She transformed into her human form before him and quickly dressed.
When Xing Liuche saw her face clearly, he froze in place.
“Luo-Luo’er.” Xing Liuche stood up, overwhelmed, and grabbed Xing Luo by the shoulders. “Luo’er, is it really you.”
Perhaps it was the bloodline connection, he inexplicably felt that this woman before him was his sister! They looked so alike. Moreover, if Xing Luo were truly just the Demon King’s pet, there would be no reason for her to approach him like this. This meant that she really could be Xing Luo.
“Brother, I missed you so much” Xing Luo threw herself into Xing Liuche’s arms.
“…“ Xing Liuche silently hugged her tightly, though his eyes were slightly moist.
His only sister had always been his treasure. Xing Luo’s death had undoubtedly been a crushing blow, and now that his sister had returned, he was overwhelmed with emotion.
The two held each other for a long time before Xing Luo spoke. “Brother,, my true form right now is a cat. I’ve been kept by Ye Lixiao as his spiritual pet. As for why we came to the Ghost Realm this time. you probably guessed, it’s all about matters concerning the Demon Realm.”