Chapter 20: The Birth of Mendy, Bestowed with the Nickname, Little Flute

Before Bai Lingxuan could revel in her happiness for long, Feng Yun delivered the news she had already prepared: "Lingxuan, according to the established trajectory, you are destined to give birth to another girl. It will be a bit of a hardship for you."

Bai Lingxuan was slightly taken aback, then let out a startled cry: "What?"

In other words, she would have to suffer through it all over again!

Although, given her current cultivation level, giving birth was as simple as a bodily function, being pregnant would still hinder her practice.

Unable to help herself, Bai Lingxuan punched Feng Xiu in the chest. "This is all your fault!"

"Yes, it is all my fault," Feng Xiu replied, a blissful smile curling at the corners of his lips.

And, he had no intention of changing that!

Bai Yue tilted her head, catching the point of interest: "Auntie, how do you know that Mother will give birth to a younger sister?"

Feng Yun smiled faintly and said nonchalantly, "It’s a secret."

"Fine," Bai Yue pouted, looking somewhat dissatisfied.

Three months later.

At the Star Demon Palace, the Star Demon God brought glad tidings: his son had been born.

Vashak, the Star Demon God, was overjoyed and immediately sent out invitations.

He invited the Ancestor Feng Yun, the Demon God Emperor Feng Xiu’s family, and the Moon Demon God Agares to attend his son's first-birthday banquet a year later.

Perhaps due to the laws of the plane, the more powerful a creature was, the lower its fertility.

It was also possible that the Star Demon clan’s prophecies took such a toll on one’s vital essence that Vashak’s "kidneys" were not quite up to the task.

This child was Vashak’s first, and quite possibly his only, offspring.

Soon, the time for the Star Demon God’s son’s first-birthday banquet arrived.

The Star Demon God did not invite many people—only six in total, including Feng Yun, Feng Xiu, and the Moon Demon God.

The Star Demon God did not care for extravagance or waste, preparing only a simple family banquet. Of course, this was definitely not because Vashak was poor.

The Star Demon Palace was located on the west side of the Demon City, Heart City, and the guests arrived well in advance.

The banquet was held in the garden of the Star Demon’s private residence.

At this family gathering, everyone let their guard down, and the conversation flowed pleasantly.

Perhaps it was the presence of the stern elder, Feng Yun, that caused the Sun, Moon, and Star brothers to stand in solidarity; over the years, the bond between the three had grown much closer.

Soon, the banquet drew to a close.

The Star Demon God stood up, cradling his son. "Sister, I have foreseen that my son will be the Prophet of this generation."

"Might I trouble you to name my son? It would be the greatest honor for this child."

The Moon Demon God chuckled. "Third Brother, so that’s why you wouldn’t reveal the boy’s name—you were waiting for our sister to name him."

You crafty fellow, you really know how to butter people up!

The Moon Demon God then had a thought: he could do the same!

The Moon Demon God was over several hundred years old and had many children, but none had been born in recent years. He made a decision: he would let the Ancestor name his next child as well. It would be a perfect way to strengthen his relationship with her.

"Of course," Feng Yun smiled, looking at the infant.

Unlike the Star Demon God, who had long, blue-violet hair, this baby had white hair and blue eyes, likely inheriting his mother’s coloring. On the infant’s forehead was a hexagram mark, symbolizing his status as the heir to the Star Demon God.

As Feng Yun looked at him, the baby’s star-bright blue eyes met hers, and he offered a naive, innocent smile.

"Let’s call him Mendi," Feng Yun said without hesitation.

"Thank you, Sister, for bestowing the name," the Star Demon God bowed slightly in gratitude.

"This child has excellent talent. I hope he can surpass his predecessors and become an even more formidable Star Demon God."

Seeing the three brothers looking so serious, Feng Yun waved her hand. "Enough, this is a family banquet; there’s no need to be so stiff."

Bai Yue leaned over to the Star Demon God and teased the little infant. Mendi was not afraid of her and offered Bai Yue the same innocent smile.

Bai Yue giggled. "Mendi, little '笛' (Di), what a wonderful name! I have another younger brother!"

"From now on, Big Sister will dote on you!"

She then let out a wicked little laugh. These two younger brothers would surely make excellent servants for their big sister!

Of course, three months ago, Abao had also held a first-birthday banquet, which the Moon and Star Demon Gods had also attended.

With the naming matter concluded, Feng Yun’s expression turned stern.

"Little Wa, Little Lei, Xiu'er, how much has your cultivation improved over these years? And how are you progressing with your insights into the laws?"

At these words, the happy Star Demon God instantly lost his cheer. The Moon Demon God, having just finished a glass of wine, lost his appetite. Feng Xiu, who had not said a word the entire time, suddenly felt he had even less to say.

Heavens, who could understand the feeling of having the Ancestor check your "homework" from time to time?

In an instant, the three brothers felt the pressure return. They kept their eyes fixed on their noses and their hearts focused inward, none daring to be the first to answer.

Finally, the Moon Demon God and the Star Demon God looked simultaneously toward Feng Xiu.

The eldest brother was the eldest brother; he took priority in all things, and therefore, he should be the first to be scolded.

Feng Xiu’s brow furrowed. He suddenly wanted to cast aside his dignity as the Demon God Emperor and give these two brothers who had sold him out a piece of his mind.

Then, Feng Yun’s stern gaze fell upon him.

Noticing the Ancestor’s look, Feng Xiu felt like crying without tears. His face turned solemn. Resigned to his fate, he was the first to speak: "Sister, my cultivation is just a hair’s breadth away from reaching a million internal spiritual power."

The Moon Demon God added immediately, "Yes, I have also been working very hard; I am very close to the target you set for me, Sister."

"Me too," the Star Demon God added weakly.

Seeing the three brothers acting so jittery, Feng Yun was speechless. Was she really that scary? She had always thought of herself as quite benevolent!

The carefree Bai Yue and Bai Lingxuan did not find the atmosphere odd at all; the mother and daughter simply enjoyed their meal while watching the show. How pleasant!

"You have done reasonably well," Feng Yun said, offering them a rare compliment.

The tactful Moon Demon God immediately responded, "Please rest assured, Sister. From now on, we will work even harder to break through to a million internal spiritual power as soon as possible."

Feng Yun nodded slightly and said calmly, "Mm, having that resolve is what matters most."

Sensing the quiet and eerie atmosphere, Feng Yun’s mouth twitched. "Why are you all staring at me? Keep eating."

Bai Yue burst into a laugh. She had never seen her Imperial Father and his two uncles look so embarrassed before.

Bai Yue’s laughter broke the tension, finally allowing the three brothers to breathe a sigh of relief. However, they had lost all appetite for the meal.

They only hoped the banquet would end quickly so that the Ancestor would retreat, retreat, and retreat!