Chapter 112 – His redeeming light

Translator: ChuRen/ YuQiChen

After finishing their meal, they got onto the hovercar and set off for the Tang residence.

On the way, Tang Qing still appeared lively and joyful, his eyes filled with happiness, exuding bubbles of joy all over.

“Are you this happy just thinking about seeing your brother?” Xie Qingzhi, seeing Tang Qing so concerned about another Alpha, couldn’t help but feel a bit inexplicably unhappy.

“Yeah, my mother passed away early, and my father’s mind was never on the family, never coming home every day. It was my gege who raised me. Later on, my father, that philanderer, wanted to marry Lady Luo Xuanling. It was also because of my gege’s influence that he didn’t dare.” Tang Qing recalled his family affairs, feeling quite speechless.

Glancing at Xie Qingzhi, Tang Qing added, “Of course, I feel happy mainly because I’ve noticed that you care about me.”

“I’ve gained another family member.”

Hearing that Tang Qing’s happiness was partly due to him, Xie Qingzhi’s expression softened a bit. He pretended not to care, saying, “It’s only natural for me to care about you. You are my wife, after all. I can’t have rumors circulating that the Duke’s wife is being abused.”

Tang Qing couldn’t help but smile.

To be honest, when he married into the Duke’s residence, everyone was ready to mock him, laughing at him for sacrificing himself to the older Duke Bluebeard for power and status.

Not to mention his two illegitimate siblings, who were probably waiting to see him abused by Xie Qingzhi, preferably tortured to death. After all, he married into the royal family, so even if something unfortunate happened, the Tang family wouldn’t dare to publicly hold Xie Qingzhi accountable; they would just settle privately, seeking monetary benefits from the royal family as hush money.

“If there’s anything you want in the future, you can tell me. No need to hide it. I have a huge Duke’s residence, I can definitely afford one Tang Qing,” Xie Qingzhi said.

“Okay, thank you, Your Grace.”

Tang Qing nodded, a faint blush on his fair cheeks, his eyes bright. He looked like a contented little cat.

His hand rested on his thigh, slender and delicate, the sunlight filtering through the hovercar, giving it a fragile beauty.

Due to catching a chill last night, Tang Qing suddenly sneezed softly and started coughing.

Seeing him like this, Xie Qingzhi immediately furrowed his brow, grabbed his soft hand, and held it in his palm, scolding with a disgusted expression, “Why are your hands so cold? Are all you Betas this weak?”

Tang Qing felt a bit embarrassed and explained, “Your Grace, I just caught a little cold. It’s not that we Betas are not as strong as you; it’s just that we are not as robust.”

Xie Qingzhi still had a dissatisfied expression.

This person couldn’t even take care of himself properly.

Although Xie Qingzhi was an Alpha who does not prefer the heat, he immediately raised the temperature of the hovercar’s air conditioning.

Tang Qing noticed this detail and felt that the Duke was even more attentive and considerate than he appeared. Not many Alphas would consider their partners in every aspect like this.

He lightly scratched the broad palm holding his own with his fingers, expressing his gratitude.

Xie Qingzhi felt a twinge in his heart at this gesture.

He snorted coldly, forcing himself to turn away, no longer staring at his delicate and gentle Beta spouse.

Even a delicate and gentle Beta who couldn’t even take care of himself wanted to seduce him.

The two arrived at the Tang residence.

Lady Luo Xuanling opened the door, and Tang Xiaobai was also at home.

Tang Qing couldn’t be bothered with small talk with them. After explaining their purpose, he headed to his brother’s sickroom.

Xie Qingzhi remained silent, not bothering to spare them a glance.

As Tang Xiaobai watched the two walk away, jealousy filled his eyes.

Who didn’t know that this infamous “royal madman” enjoyed tormenting and abusing beauties?

Who would have thought that after marrying the Empire’s number one beauty, Xie Qingzhi not only didn’t mistreat him but also cherished him like a treasure?

It was said that for Tang Qing, he even changed the decor of the Duke’s residence to match Tang Qing’s preferences.

Not to mention that after the engagement banquet of Zheng Nian and Tang Shanshan, he even banished the eldest son of the Zheng family, one of the five Dukes, to the Quizhizi Star. It was said that Zheng Shixun spent a long time pleading to the Emperor in the royal court that day, the Emperor even severely reprimanded Xie Qingzhi.

However, it was all in vain.

This royal madman was determined to punish anyone who had offended Tang Qing by banishing them from the Imperial Star.

Lady Luo Xuanling’s expression wasn’t very pleasant either. She secretly gestured to Tang Xiaobai with her eyes.

Understanding her silent message, Tang Xiaobai nodded, and the two of them headed to the sickroom.

Tang Bo was still lying quietly on the sickbed, unconscious. His appearance remained as handsome as ever, with sharp eyebrows and clear features. Even with his eyes closed, one could vaguely see his heroic and gallant posture on the battlefield.

Tang Qing let out a soft sigh and began to pack up Tang Bo’s belongings. He brought along a few comfortable outfits and neatly arranged the pillow and blanket.

Not sure if he was mistaken, he noticed a faint medicinal scent coming from Tang Bo’s pillow. Puzzled, Tang Qing picked up the pillow, about to sniff it closely.

At that moment, Tang Xiaobai rushed into the sickroom, tears streaming down his face. With a pitiful look, he pleaded to Xie Qingzhi, “Your Grace, please, let Zheng Nian and Shanshan return to the Imperial Star.”

Xie Qingzhi coldly glanced at him, not bothering to speak.

“Your Grace, please spare them. I know you’re venting for Tang Qing’s sake. As long as you spare Shanshan, I’m willing to do anything for you,” Tang Xiaobai bravely offered, pulling at his collar to reveal his scent gland at the back of his neck.

“I heard you’re in your sensitive period. Tang Qing is a Beta, he definitely can’t help you. I am an S-rank Omega, I can assist you. Just spare Shanshan.”

Tang Qing was shocked by Tang Xiaobai’s self-recommendation-like behavior, setting down the pillow in his hand, helplessly watching his act.

Xie Qingzhi coldly stared at Tang Xiaobai, no trace of interest visible in his eyes behind the silver mask. “There’s no need for you to be a servant.”

His voice was deep and indifferent, each word pronounced clearly:

“The Duke’s residence only needs the Duchess, not livestock.”

Being called livestock to his face by Xie Qingzhi, Tang Xiaobai’s face turned even paler.

Seeing Xie Qingzhi’s unyielding attitude, Tang Xiaobai bit his lip and pleaded with Tang Qing, “Elder Brother, spare Shanshan. We are all family.”

Tang Qing didn’t want to deal with Tang Xiaobai. He just wanted to bring his gege to the Duke’s residence and never have to return to the Tang residence, or see these troublesome relatives again.

Seeing Tang Qing unmoved, Tang Xiaobai had no choice but to shout out loudly, “Tang Qing, please save Shanshan!”

“She… she’s pregnant.”

With those words, Tang Qing was taken aback.

His half-sister was still a year away from turning eighteen.

He knew that this Tang Shanshan had always been quite rebellious, often staying out all night. But he never expected things to escalate to this extent.

Although Tang Qing didn’t like this pair of siblings, he couldn’t bear to see an underage girl giving birth alone on a desolate planet.

He looked at Xie Qingzhi, softening his gaze.

However, Xie Qingzhi calmly stated, “I will arrange a medical team to go to the Quizhizi Star with Miss Tang, accompany her during childbirth, ensure that the treatment is on par with the professional resources on the Imperial Star, and she won’t suffer any losses in this matter.”

Upon hearing this, Tang Xiaobai’s eyes darted around and he added, “But with my sister alone on the Quizhizi Star, we are all very worried. It’s better to let her stay at home where we can keep an eye on her.”

Patiently listening, Xie Qingzhi revealed a malicious smile, “That’s easy, why don’t you all go to the Quizhizi Star together? I’ll provide you with a pass, and your family can reunite on the Quizhizi Star from now on.”

Tang Xiaobai hesitated at the suggestion. He didn’t want to go to the Quizhizi Star, as it would complicate his plans to bind General Shen Yanxia with a marriage contract.

Lately, General Shen Yanxia had been intentionally or unintentionally inquiring about their childhood meeting details, and Tang Xiaobai was on the verge of slipping up.

He could only look at Tang Qing, tears in his eyes, saying, “But I can’t bear to leave Tang Qing, I can still see my elder brother often on the Imperial Star.”

Tang Qing couldn’t be bothered to respond to his brother’s deep affection.

The brief moment of softness he had experienced was now gone.

In fact, Xie Qingzhi was right. If Tang Shanshan’s family members were truly concerned about her, why couldn’t they go to the Quizhizi Star to be with her?

Moreover, judging by Lady Luo Xuanling and her two illegitimate children’s past behavior, bringing Tang Shanshan back to the Imperial Star would only stir up trouble, especially with the news of her carrying the Zheng family’s grandchild. It wouldn’t be conducive to the young girl’s health.

He sighed inwardly. Such a young girl getting pregnant out of wedlock, and Lady Luo Xuanling’s first thought was to use her return to the Imperial Star to vie for power, rather than ensuring her well-being.

So he glanced at Xie Qingzhi and said, “Your Grace, let Tang Shanshan give birth peacefully on the Quizhizi Star. It’s not suitable for them to be here on the Imperial Star.”

Xie Qingzhi nodded, and that settled the matter.

Seeing how easily Tang Qing’s casual words could influence the Duke’s decision, Tang Xiaobai felt jealous to the point of grinding his teeth.

Ignoring Tang Xiaobai, the two of them, along with Tang Bo and a group of servants, left the sickroom.

As they departed from the Tang residence, Tang Qing’s mood improved significantly, and the brightness returned to his eyes.

Unexpectedly, they encountered Shen Yanxia on the way to the Tang residence.

Shen Yanxia had a handsome face, well-defined features, and a tall stature. As the youngest general in the empire, he was hailed as the rising star of the empire, undoubtedly the dream Alpha of countless Omegas.

Seeing Tang Qing and Xie Qingzhi, Shen Yanxia was also somewhat surprised.

He looked at his former fiancée, now the Duchess.

Tang Qing still possessed flawless beauty, truly living up to the title of the Empire’s number one beauty.

Having been jilted twice by two fiancés and ridiculed by many, then married off to the royal family as a marriage tool, Tang Qing’s beautiful amber eyes now radiated brightness, clear and pure, as if untouched by any harm.

Like an orchid that, after being battered by wind and rain, blossomed anew under careful nurturing.

He recalled the recent dreams he had.

He was increasingly suspicious that the person who had saved his life back on Nameizi Star might not have been Tang Xiaobai.

However, Tang Xiaobai could provide details that matched perfectly with his memories.

Perhaps he was being too suspicious, but the truth was too important to him.

That person, who had illuminated his darkest times like a ray of light, was his salvation in the darkest period of his life.

Unable to resist, he walked up to them, bowed to Xie Qingzhi, and asked, “Your Grace, may I have a moment alone with the Duchess? I have something I wish to discuss with the Duchess.”

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