The news of my slipping away this morning had already spread throughout the household, and the recent call to send Yi Xiaorou to pick up Elina made it clear that the secret could no longer be contained. When we arrived home, everyone was seated quietly in the living room, and as they saw us enter, they simultaneously lowered their heads. “Husband, we were wrong.” The voices were uniform and synchronized, as if prearranged. The women’s immediate admission of fault startled Elina into a panic: “Sisters, it’s my fault.

I shouldn’t have told Zhao Qian. It’s all on me. You can scold me; I’ll accept any punishment.” Yi Xiaorou quickly countered, “No, Elina, you did the right thing. On the contrary, we shouldn’t have driven you out of the house and then colluded to deceive Zhao Qian.” Elina grew even more terrified.

Her current attachment to me was absolute, no less than what Dragon Girl’s had been. Leaving me was an impossibility she wouldn't contemplate even in death. If she hadn't been persuaded by the other women to lie low for a while and find a chance to restart their relationship later upon returning to six thousand years in the future, she never would have agreed to conspire against Zhao Qian. “Sisters, I truly had no choice.

Zhao Qian said if I didn't tell the truth, he would cast me out forever and never love me again. You know I cannot leave him. Besides, this matter couldn't be hidden forever. Even if none of us said anything, the men in black would still come looking.

Can we hide forever?” I settled into the center of the living room. “Everyone, please sit down. You are all the women I love most. I blame no one.

Perhaps this is the destiny between me and Dragon Girl. Taozi was right; sometimes missing an opportunity is a kind of beauty. I understand that you hid this from me for my own good. Now that things have come to this, I won't dwell on it.

Moreover, I deeply care for all of you. Even if I had known before returning from six thousand years ago that Dragon Girl could not return with me, I would not have stayed there, because I couldn't lose you either—you need me just as much.” Wow, a wave of women rushed toward me, weeping. These past few days, they had been wracked with anxiety, fearing they might accidentally let something slip or that I might notice some clue. The open, intimate feeling they once shared with me had vanished.

Now that the truth was out, and I wasn't holding their deceit against them, life could return to normal. Perhaps they felt wronged, or perhaps guilty, but their tears flowed like spilled pearls. Even the usually resolute Cheng Susu and Yi Xiaorou couldn’t help but sob uncontrollably. I can barely handle one beautiful woman crying, let alone more than ten.

The scene could be called earth-shattering. In the end, I couldn't hold back either and cried along with them, although my tears were mixed with other emotions, such as longing and guilt for Dragon Girl—after all, I failed to protect her, and I don't know if she survived until now. If she wasn't on the Moon, I genuinely fear I wouldn't have the courage to continue living, considering that any one of these women is the flesh of my heart. Unexpectedly, Zhao Fen was crying the hardest, even more so than Zhao Fang and Fang Yanmeng.

While crying, she pleaded, “Brother Zhao, it’s all my fault. Don’t blame the sisters. As the leader, this idea was mine; it has nothing to do with the others.” I wiped away my tears and held Zhao Fen close. “Enough, I don’t blame you.

Stop blaming yourselves. On the contrary, this incident shows me how much you care about me. I should be happy and fortunate. Stop crying, everyone.

We still have serious business to attend to.” Yi Xiaorou dabbed her eyes and asked cautiously, “Husband, are you really going to the Moon to find Dragon Girl?” “What? Go to the Moon to find Dragon Girl? Six thousand years have passed. How could she possibly still be there…” The women began chattering and debating.

I had to resort to the authority of a patriarch: “Quiet, quiet, everyone quiet. Let’s put the Dragon Girl matter aside for now. Gather everyone for a meeting. I need to know the progress of all the company and Tri-Service Legion operations over the last six months.” The women brightened instantly.

The fact that I was ready to focus on work meant everything was about to get back on track. As for finding Dragon Girl, we had already weathered much greater storms before. If the Energy Core wouldn't help, surely we could figure out another way? The meeting was incredibly long, running from morning until deep into the night.

I needed to review the new ventures of many of the companies one by one. The rapid growth of Peach Blossom Financial Investment Company was beyond anyone's imagination. With its immense capital, it had bought stakes in companies worldwide, even acquiring many large corporations. These acquisitions were then distributed based on category, either handed to Fang Yanmeng, Xiao Chuchu, or Ouyang Qian and Zhang Xiaoya.

Zhang Xiaoya’s hotel and catering industry was also booming. It proved that her capabilities were no weaker than the other girls’. As for Fang Yanmeng’s and Xiao Chuchu’s Earth and Universe sectors, their business was thriving to the point where it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say they had monopolized the world’s energy and communications sectors. The development of the Common People Shopping Group had also expanded from domestic to international markets.

After half a year of trials, Ouyang Qing, at the age of twenty-two, successfully took charge of the group, transforming into an even more captivating siren. Red Dragon Security’s operations, supported by the Tri-Service Legion, had reached every corner of the globe. Hearing the name Red Dragon or seeing its insignia commanded immediate deference, making it far more influential than the U.S. President.

Meanwhile, the Tri-Service Legion utilized the South China Sea and Mosquito Island as rear bases, solidifying its influence across the Eastern Pacific. Given the absence of my supreme directives for the past six months, Shen Jian, Liu Hu, and the others had confined their actions to minor skirmishes rather than major operations. The Brotherhood Alliance and the arms trade had not ceased with Zhu Da’s departure; in fact, the volume of business had significantly increased. Overall, all companies showed vigorous development momentum; it wouldn't be an overstatement to say we controlled half of the world's economy.

As for military strength, which nation could possibly stand against us now? After summarizing the past six months’ work, everyone discussed the focus points for the next development phase. When the twelve-hour meeting finally concluded, everyone was exhausted. Even Zhou Ni and Elina, who were merely observing, exclaimed they couldn't bear it any longer.

I intended to invite Shen Jian, Liu Hu, Zhang Dahai, and Village Head Zhu Da for a late supper, but they excused themselves with knowing chuckles. As Zhu Da was leaving, he specifically said, “Commander Zhao, I honestly didn't know how to face you recently, so the three of us just vanished for a week. I hope you don’t mind, and if you do, please don't take it out on us. We were just following orders from your wife, you know.

Ah, even heroes can’t resist the charms of beautiful women…” Soon, instant noodles were ready, and we gathered in the living room. Apart from Li Qi, only Hua Qingqing was absent—and, of course, the Dragon Girl, whose fate was unknown. Eating noodles, I said, “Everyone is tired today. Rest early.

Tomorrow, everything returns to normal. I plan to visit Dragon Teng University.” Elina was the first to speak up: “Zhao Qian, you still need to study? The way you guided those scientists in repairing the spaceship and docking—I doubt anyone here currently surpasses your knowledge.” Since Elina was now an insider, I didn't hide anything from her. “When it comes to pure knowledge, no one here beats Xiaohui or Little Raindrop.

I learned a lot of things from them; their brains are absolutely super. I’m only going back to the university to study some economics. By the way, since you've decided to stay, the fourth-floor room needs to be made accessible. Eat up and go to bed early.” The women were very obedient.

After clearing the dishes, they quietly retreated to their rooms. As for my plans for the night, they wouldn't ask. Whichever room I chose to visit, they wouldn't voice any objection; if I didn't visit any, they wouldn't complain either. After more than a year together, their bond was exceptionally close, unlike ordinary girls who might squabble over trivial matters.

I walked straight upstairs and lay down on the rooftop slab, still holding the residual warmth of the day. The weather was getting hotter, signaling the approach of another summer vacation. Thinking back to this time last year, I suppose I had just arrived at the small town as an acquisition agent. The moon in the sky stared at me as intently as it had a year ago.

I couldn't be certain what had become of Dragon Girl, but Elina was right: she carried the Mutagenic Virus. That virus doesn't kill; in fact, based on Kang Hui’s words, it might even grant immortality, which seems to align with ancient myths and legends—the very thing emperors sought throughout history. If myths are fundamentally correct, or at least based on actual events, then after I left, Dragon Girl should have succeeded in launching the Moon. But for some reason, the Moon was damaged during the ascent.

Dragon Girl would naturally organize forces to repair it, thus creating the prototype for the legend of Nüwa mending the heavens with stones. Next, the new humans should also have been successfully manufactured—this is probably the so-called creation from loess. As for Dragon Girl mating with her brother, that was likely a misinterpretation spread during my 'reign.' After completing these tasks, where would Dragon Girl go? I desperately tried to recall ancient myths and legends, hoping to find a clue or two.

Since the Heart of Energy currently forbids further spacetime travel, my only hope for finding Dragon Girl rests on this. I pray the Mutagenic Virus in her body allows her to endure until six thousand years later. Even so, this would be a cruel fate for her. Though for me, it was instantaneous, for Dragon Girl, it has been an endless expanse of time.

However, no matter how long the wait, if they can reunite, it is worth it. Even if she has become a monster by now, I wouldn't scorn her in the slightest! It seems some fragmented legends mention Nüwa sacrificing herself to mend the heavens. For her to use her body to repair the Moon is fundamentally impractical.

The only plausible explanation is that Nüwa entered the Moon, and later generations transformed the story into its current version. There are no traces of the prehistoric people left on Earth six thousand years later—so where did they go? They couldn't have simply gone extinct, could they? If not extinct, perhaps they hid on the Moon?

A piece of clothing was gently draped over my shoulders. I turned to see Zhao Fen. “Fenfen, why aren’t you asleep yet?” Zhao Fen sat down beside me. “I couldn’t sleep.

Everyone knew you came up to the roof, so they pushed me to come check on you. Husband, am I doing a very poor job as the leader?” “No, I think you are doing very well, very competent.” “But I still can’t help you much with anything… I…” I pulled Zhao Fen close and kissed her mouth. We stayed separated for a long time. Zhao Fen’s breathing grew heavy; she was extremely susceptible to my teasing.

Usually, one deep kiss was enough to send her into a frenzy of desire. “Fenfen, you should know I love every one of you. Each of you is the flesh of my heart. I don’t expect you to do great things to please me; as long as we can stay together happily and safely, I am willing to give up everything.

Don’t overthink things anymore. Look, the moon is watching us. It witnesses our every day, the growth of our love.” “Brother Zhao, Elina said Dragon Girl is so beautiful, like a fairy that shocks the soul. She said all other beauties lose their confidence in front of her.

Is that really true?” I smiled and wrapped my arm around Zhao Fen. “No matter how beautiful she is, she doesn't represent you. I won’t abandon one for the other.” “Elina also said Dragon Girl has a very gentle and kind temper, treating everyone warmly, never arguing with anyone. Tell me, would heaven bear to let such a wonderful girl leave your side?” I looked at the moon and said firmly, “No, she won’t.

I believe Dragon Girl is waiting for me. I must find her; even six thousand years cannot obstruct our love!” The faint, soft moonlight felt like a gentle hand caressing us, making me feel as if I were back in Dragon Girl’s embrace. I love Dragon Girl, but I also love Zhao Fen. Looking at the person before me, I couldn't remain unmoved.

So, I reached out and unbuttoned Zhao Fen’s clothes. With a soft moan, Zhao Fen melted into my embrace, allowing me to undress her completely. Under the moonlight, two heated bodies overlapped…