| The Paternity Guard (PATERNITY) |
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Where did Shi Qi go?
Naturally, there wouldn't be anyone so insensitive as to come plundering around when a happy event was approaching.
Shi Qi, who was about to experience the most important moment of his life, looked at the festive colors and heard the blessings and teasing words. Suddenly, he felt an urge to escape as he felt that everything was unreal.
In modern terms, he was experiencing pre-marital jitters...
The night was late but the people in the Fortress were still busy.
Shi Qi lay on the roof while listening to the commotion not far away and felt increasingly anxious. He couldn't help but think of this time last year when he was just an ordinary Shadow Guard hiding in the shadows to protect his Master.
At that time, he never thought that a year later, he would be wearing a red robe, becoming his Master's other half and even miraculously give birth to their child...
Shi Qi couldn't help but clutch the hot bottle at his chest.
A voice from below called out for him, probably asking him to try on the wedding attire. Feeling embarrassed and awkward, Shi Qi didn't want to deal with them.
He turned over on the roof but became startled when a figure appeared beside him. Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be his Master!
Feeling a bit unable to face him, Shi Qi lowered his head.
Xing Beiming sat next to him for a while, not knowing where his own Shadow Guard 's thoughts had gone as he remained unresponsive. Seeing him startled like this, Xing Beiming felt a mix of anger and love. Pretending to be indifferent, he said, "It seems you don't want to marry me. I understand, two men getting married is too shocking and unconventional. I don't blame you."
Shi Qi suddenly raised his head and retorted, "No! Master! I'm not unwilling! It's just..."
Such an intense reaction pleased Lord Xing, who pulled him down to lie side by side, "Just what? Feeling panicked and afraid that this is all a dream? Or afraid of making a mistake during tomorrow's ceremony and wanted to hide to avoid this disaster?"
Shi Qi whispered, "All of that..."
"Don't be afraid. We're both in this together and this is your first time but how do you know I haven't thought about it? Maybe I'm even more afraid than you but you can't just tell by looking at me. It's actually very simple, just three bows and then drink and enter the bridal chamber. Why worry so much? Go back and have a good sleep. When you wake up, you'll realize it's not a big deal." Xing Beiming awkwardly tried to comfort the panicked Shi Qi.
"Mm..." It was rare for his Master to comfort someone like this.
Shi Qi felt a bit touched while looking at his Master's unusually gentle face under the moonlight. Unable to resist, he leaned over and kissed his cheek. Xing Beiming held him back as he tried to pull away, smiling mischievously, "So you want to relax in this way. You should have said so earlier and I will gladly indulge you."
Alright, his intentions were deliberately misinterpreted like this. Shi Qi helplessly relaxed and let the other person lead him into a moment of intimacy.
The man whispered in his ear and after a moment of disbelief, Shi Qi's panic about getting married finally completely disappeared.
Shi Yi and Shi Er, who came to the roof to find someone, saw this scene from afar. They looked at each other then sneaked away and jumped down.
Shi Er clicked his tongue, "Master and Shi Qi are really in high spirits, doing that stuff on the roof~ Let's go and sneak into the kitchen to eat secretly. Ahahaha, we're in for a treat!"
Shi Yi: "...Ahem...Can we not talk about it so openly?!"
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"Congratulations! Congratulations to Lord Xing!"
People who came to congratulate and enjoy the wedding feast almost broke down the threshold of World's Supreme Fortress.
The gifts piled up like small mountains and the hall was lively with people from the Martial Arts World, some famous and some who had dealings with Xing Beiming. Regardless of whether they had shown their faces in the Martial Arts World, being invited meant they had some reputation.
The two newlyweds greeted guests at the door, although it was only Xing Beiming who spoke. Shi Qi just followed behind and thanked them. His appearance alongside Xing Beiming drew admiration from everyone as they could see that Lord Xing had put a lot of effort into it!
Gu Weijing received a pigeon letter and came.
Seeing the scene, he scolded, "Combining the baby's full moon celebration with the wedding day would have been more convenient, talk about efficiency!" Although he said that, everyone knew it wasn't possible. Everyone cared about the baby, so even if they weren't invited, they would definitely come along. At the moment, they were nowhere to be found, probably chasing after the baby.
Xing Beiming and Shi Qi had no parents. When it came time to bow to the heavens and the earth, Xing Beiming had already thought about who they should bow to.
Although Gu Weijing had no clear relationship with them, in terms of reputation and status in the Martial Arts World, he was worthy of it. Moreover, he played a significant role in the baby's healthy birth. Shi Qi smiled at Gu Weijing, who didn't refuse and sat naturally in the position where the new couple would bow. However, after Xing Beiming introduced Gu Weijing's identity to everyone, the astonished gazes turned into admiration and respect. And then, there was someone else who, though unintentionally, played a significant role in their beautiful union. Xing Beiming's gaze turned towards the Fufeng Sect and everyone's eyes followed.
The head of the Fufeng Sect was also puzzled. Bai Yuqin's face showed enlightenment, disbelief, regret and finally acceptance.
Xing Beiming wasn't referring to her but to Wu Qinghe, whom he had specially invited. He wasn't disappointed; Wu Qinghe showed up. Catching Xing Beiming's gaze, Wu Qinghe was initially puzzled but then relieved and sat boldly next to Gu Weijing. The two senior experts in medical achievements exchanged a glance, blessed the newlyweds while also harboring a competitive spark.
"One bow to the heavens and the earth—"
"Two bows to the ancestors—"
"Husband and wife bow to each other—"
The two husbands, naturally, had no reason for one to wait in the bridal chamber. So they took turns toasting the guests. In the end, a group of daring troublemakers, led by Ke Weiqing, pushed them into the bridal chamber.
‘Wanting to play tricks in the bridal chamber? Sure, as long as they didn't mind getting hurt!’
Xing Beiming's eyes, filled with alcohol, glared coldly at the group but, once again, led by Ke Weiqing, fled but still made sure to close the door behind them.
Looking at someone with a red cover over their head, Xing Beiming's mischievous side emerged. He stared at Shi Qi's flushed face and said, "There's still one step left, isn't there?”
Confused, Shi Qi looked up.
They bowed to the heavens and earth, toasted, entered the bridal chamber...what else?
Before he could speak, something fell on his head. Before he could reach for it, he was stopped: "Don't move! Let me do it!"
The thing covering his eyes was gently lifted by a pair of hands and Shi Qi saw his Master's face filled with tenderness. Then he realized what Xing Beiming was holding.
Xing Beiming smiled triumphantly, "Wife, it's time for the ceremonial toast."
Shi Qi didn't know how to react to this situation, so he let his Master lead and just watched as he poured two cups of wine. Then they entwined their arms and drank from their respective cups.
“Was this how the ceremony was supposed to end?”
"Of course not, there's still the most important part. The bridal chamber..." Xing Beiming carried his wife onto the bed, pulled down the bed curtain and what followed was naturally not suitable for outsiders to know...
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Several months later, Xing Beiming looked at the people leisurely drinking tea in his Main Hall and suddenly felt a murderous intent, "What are you trying to do? World's Supreme Fortress is not a place you can just come and go as you please!"
Yin Ji, dressed in elegant purple clothes, calmly put down his teacup and looked at him. At this moment, he looked more like an elegant and well-born young nobleman, "As a guest, Lord Xing shouldn't reject visitors from afar. Even if the front door is closed, then I just have to take extreme measures but don't take offense."
Is there such a guest that In the middle of the night, causing chaos everywhere? Either in the Main Hall or in their own house, with guards breaking the silence of the night as they fought vigorously but didn't cause much harm.
As long as Xing Beiming didn't use force, they always managed to linger around and talk nonsense.
Even after Xing Beiming clarified that the person they were looking for wasn't in the fortress, they still didn't give up. They would insist on meeting the young Shadow Guard and hoping it would ease their longing. Xing Beiming with a stern face, would relentlessly chase them away.
Over time, Xing Beiming realized that they weren't here to cause serious harm. It was just unbearable nuisance. Seeing someone he disliked every day dampened his mood. It wasn't until Yin Ji saw Shi Qi holding the baby, who was waving his little hands and smiling happily, that he ended this absurd farce with a thoughtful expression.
Perhaps after today, in some corner of the Martial Arts World, another chase for a wife's affection will unfold, with all its ups and downs known only to those involved...
"Ya! Ya!" A chubby little bundle of joy was trying to take his first steps but ended up tumbling perfectly onto a soft cushion, Sitting there looking a bit confused. Shi Qi worriedly picked him up. "Did you hurt yourself? You're not crying, are you?"
Just then, Baobao blinked and burst into giggles.
Xing Beiming chuckled, "This little guy hardly ever cries except right after birth. He's truly my son!" He wore a proud expression.
Brushing the chubby chin of the baby, Shi Qi tentatively asked, "Master, I've heard people say the more children, the merrier. Have you thought about having another one?"
Xing Beiming stared at Shi Qi's guilty face, trying to read something from it. He had decided not to let Shi Qi suffer again and having one baby was enough.
Even though having a companion for the baby would be nice, he still said firmly, "Having one child by our side is enough. More children would mean less time with you. Besides, do you want to endure that pain again? Stop thinking about these things!"
Shi Qi chuckled nervously, "Haha... No more thinking about it then but it's only painful for a while, really."
"What are you trying to say? Are you keeping something from me?"
"No! It's just... Urgh..." Shi Qi was about to wave it off when a wave of nausea hit him, forcing him to set the baby down and dry heave.
"What's wrong?" Xing Beiming moved to his side instantly to pat his back and ask, "What's wrong? Did you eat something bad?"
"No, don't... worry, Master... Urgh..." Shi Qi tried to reassure Xing Beiming but couldn't get out a complete sentence.
Xing Beiming, now anxious, suddenly felt that this symptom was familiar. His expression became complex and a bit dark. "When did this nausea start? Someone, go call Physician Xu!"
Shi Qi was taken aback but not having a chance to explain before Xing Beiming whisked him into the bedroom. After a moment, a furious voice erupted from the Main room, "Shi Qi, explain to me what's going on! Why would it be morning sickness—?!”
Translator thought:
Oh well, looks like our mc is pregnant again. But here we go. The main story are finally ended but there are still 9 extras to go. Let's gooo….