One month passed in the blink of an eye.
In the final moments, Giant Stone Star did not welcome back the young and illustrious Commander Ji Xing, and… the underage precious male Zerg.
In astonishment, Commander Fu Ren reported this matter to the monarch.
The monarch was furious.
No Zerg believed that such an outstanding female would suddenly transform into a male, but Ken’s performance and the testimonies of Deef and Haiman eventually convinced many Zergs that they had lost something.
A naturally gifted, outstanding male with a double-A physique among the females.
Looking at Ken’s bewildered expression and the regretful faces of Deef and Haiman, the monarch immediately ordered that the entire empire be informed of this matter. They should know that two heroes sacrificed themselves for the empire, providing valuable information to the empire. Especially since among the two females, there was also a male with extraordinary abilities.
One reason for publicizing the sacrifice of the male is to make it more tragic, fostering greater admiration and appreciation for this brave male among the entire Zerg empire. This would lead to an unprecedented unity between male and female Zergs in the empire.
The second reason is to serve as a warning. Look, a male with a double-A physique, ranking among the top, disguised as a female, met his demise in the SSS-level assessment after entering the First Military Academy. This should caution those who contemplate disguising their gender to behave.
As anticipated, once this matter was exposed, it created a huge wave throughout the entire insect empire.
Not only on Giant Stone Star but wherever Zergs were present, everyone enthusiastically discussed this male Zerg hero.
Yes, he is a hero, admired by females, and a source of pride for males.
No male Zerg could reach such heights!
Just take a look at him; only the term “first” befits him. No matter how outstanding the females of his age group are, none can match his brilliance.
Among the common males, there was even a dedicated organization established to promote Zong Yuan, narrating his strength across the entire planet with a mixture of high-profile pride and sorrow.
In Zong Yuan’s home, three full days passed without any Zerg uttering a word.
Kyle locked himself in his room since that video call, rejecting entry to any Zerg.
Ken sat on the sofa, staring at the floor.
The military instructed him to go home for rest, but this was just a superficial excuse. Ken knew that he was suspended pending investigation.
He angered the monarch, infuriated Commander Fu Ren, and upset all the high-ranking military officers who knew about this matter.
… And also upset Kyle.
Hishin and LanDe watched the news online, and countless Zergs uploaded tearful videos wishing well for Zong Yuan and Ji Xing.
There were also numerous female classmates they knew secretly inquiring about Zong Yuan and their genders.
Of course, they were sub-females; their father had sent them to the hospital for identification three days ago.
How could they be precious, fragile males in need of protection?
… It was their younger brother who had always protected them.
LanDe looked at the comments and suddenly became angry, “What does this Zerg mean? What does it mean to wish the male Zerg a safe journey?! My brother is not dead!”
Hishin remained silent, holding his knees. After a while, he said, “LanDe, do you think…”
“?”
“Would our male father choose to leave our female father…”
A male, the entire Zerg empire knew how rare and precious males were.
But LanDe and Hishin knew in their hearts that in life, they were the ones who received more love.
“We didn’t know, at the time, that our brother was a male… so don’t blame us!”
“It’s female father who deceived us… Why did female father do this?!”
Ken stood at the door of the two sub-female children, hearing everything clearly. His heart, which had just cooled down, was instantly stabbed with two more knives.
He smiled bitterly, thinking of what the male lord had said about “LanDe and Hishin’s disciplinary issues.”
Why did I do this… Of course, I did it… to protect you…
Kyle pushed open the door, standing expressionless in front of the bedroom door, looking at him.
The two Zergs locked eyes, and in just a short half-month, both sides had endured their conservative torments.
Kyle averted his gaze, speaking in a cold tone, “Let’s talk.”
—
As the vortex churned on Giant Stone Star, Nato Star remained pink.
Here, there was no distinction between day and night, and Ji Xing cunningly blurred the boundary between today’s and tomorrow’s night.
The mating season of the Zerg race lasted at least a week.
Zong Yuan didn’t know how long he had persisted, but he was undoubtedly the best among the male Zergs!
Because he continued at every moment.
He boasted, “Am I amazing?”
Sweat dripped down, and Ji Xing was all pink, “Amazing…”
Ji Xing sneakily looked at Zong Yuan. Before he got angry, Nato Star had always been a romantic destination for couples, and he had seen countless unions between male and female Zergs.
He, cough cough, curiously observed and compared, but Zong Yuan was still the best!
After everything settled down, they didn’t know how much time had passed. When the Zerg’s desire was overwhelming, they didn’t feel hungry or tired; their minds were filled with thoughts of rolling together.
The two returned to the spacecraft to rest and replenish their energy.
They had decided to return and, after enough rest, leave with some flowers, plants, and soil.
When they rushed out of the entrance of Nato Star, Adagen Beast wrapped around them. After gently rubbing against their spacecraft, it reluctantly retreated.
Zong Yuan raised an eyebrow, with a cool tone, “Well done, Ji Xing. You were so nervous when we arrived. Turns out, you weren’t afraid of Adagen Beast?”
“Indeed. How could Ji Xing, who has dealt with countless enemies, be nervous about this creature?”
With a sarcastic tone, Ji Xing chuckled. He explained, “I was worried that after it rubbed against us, you would suspect something.”
“Oh,” Zong Yuan’s tone became even more sarcastic, “You would suspect? You don’t trust me enough to tell me?”
“No,” Ji Xing became anxious, “I was worried you would distance yourself from me, that you would be afraid…”
Ji Xing looked nervous, and Zong Yuan couldn’t hold back, bursting into laughter.
Ji Xing: “…”
The return journey would take three days, and Zong Yuan had many questions for Ji Xing. The two playful individuals decided to play a game, taking turns asking each other a question.
Ji Xing let Zong Yuan ask first, and Zong Yuan, without hesitation, directly asked, “Since you are a planet, how did you become a human?”
Ji Xing thought for a moment, shaking his head, “I don’t know.”
“Since I became conscious, I’ve never had a fixed form until the ‘Nato Star Awakening’ event 100 years ago. That’s when I suddenly became like this. I couldn’t control the power of this body, and that’s why it went out of control.”
Zong Yuan rubbed his chin, “Okay, it’s your turn to ask.”
A smirk appeared on Ji Xing’s lips, “Zong Yuan, have I, by any chance, met you before?”
Zong Yuan turned his head sharply, his expression a complex mix of caution and eager anticipation that Ji Xing couldn’t decipher. Zong Yuan asked softly, “Why do you say that?”
Ji Xing didn’t know how to explain, “I have that feeling.”
Whenever the words “Zong Yuan” were mentioned, Ji Xing would become extremely sensitive.
It was a feeling like the most basic, inseparable instinct in his consciousness.
But Zong Yuan replied, “You need to find this answer yourself.”
Ji Xing frowned, “By myself?”
“Yeah,” Zong Yuan looked at the beautiful scenery in the universe, a hint of a smile playing on his lips, “Ji Xing, this is something you have to find on your own. If I tell you directly, wouldn’t that be unfair?”
Ji Xing couldn’t argue with the emotions in Zong Yuan’s eyes, but his heart was touched. Zong Yuan continued, “I’ve been the only one who remembers. If I tell you the answer directly,” he locked eyes with Ji Xing, his pupils deep, “my dear, it wouldn’t be fair to me at all.”
Ji Xing asked, “Then where do I… go to find it?”
Zong Yuan pointed to his chest and head, his face gentle, “Go here to find it.”
Ji Xing closed his eyes and nodded seriously after a moment, “I understand. I will find it.”
0046 looked at the two of them, abandoning the rational conclusion, and began to think that maybe in Zong Yuan’s reality, there really was a “Ji Xing” that truly existed.
If not, they could always ask headquarters!
The return journey was swift. After entering Giant Stone Star, Ji Xing took control of the spacecraft, heading straight for the First Military Academy. As soon as the signal was restored, Ji Xing informed the cadres of the First Military Academy.
—
At Admiral Ken’s home.
Kyle and Ken sat on either side and on the table between them lay the divorce agreement.
Divorce lawsuits initiated by a male were something that no one could prevent.
However, Ken seemed somewhat absent-minded.
Kyle hesitated with the pen in his hand, ultimately tossing it aside and abruptly standing up to move toward the balcony.
Hishin and LanDe were currently at school.
They were sent to the strict and renowned sub-female academy, hoping that after graduation, they would become outstanding, strong, and brave sub-females.
Ken picked up the pen Kyle had thrown away, signed his name on both copies of the agreement, and then stood up to find Kyle.
Kyle stood with his back to him, gazing at the sunset.
The two remained silent.
On the large screen in the nearby park, the latest and hottest news was being broadcast.
Countless excited males and females gathered, strongly demanding to confer the rank of marshal on the hero of the empire.
The onlookers below the screen were also nodding in agreement.
“Where is it so easy,” Kyle suddenly spoke, “Marshal, male marshal, where is it so easy.”
Ken spoke with a hoarse voice, “As long as public opinion is strong enough, the monarch will agree sooner or later, not to mention… A’Yuan has provided such an important speculation.”
Kyle replied, “It’s something you did, right?”
Recently, there have been many instances of such news, with countless Zergs demanding military ranks for these two, specifically requesting the rank of marshal.
Ken smiled, and the strain on his vocal cords made his voice hurt. He admitted, “Well, my A’Yuan has always been working hard to become a marshal.”
“He didn’t need to work so hard originally.”
“Yes, he didn’t need to.”
“It’s me who made him into a female, and he can only liberate himself by obtaining the rank of marshal.”
Ken’s voice was light as if it could be blown away by the wind at any moment. He looked at the warm golden sunset, “I was wrong.”
He was too arrogant.
The atmosphere between the two fell silent again.
Ken’s smart bracelet suddenly rang loudly. He glanced at it casually; it was from Commander Fu Ren.
He didn’t want to answer.
It must be about calming down the ordinary citizens.
However, the intensity of the voice increased one after another, and Ken’s heart was stirred up by the sound. He pressed the answer button, taking the initiative, “I’ve been suspended, Commander Fu Ren. What’s the matter now?”
The voice on the other end, without Commander Fu Ren, came mixed with noisy commotion and cheers.
Ken’s heart skipped a beat, and Kyle walked over, frowning, “Why aren’t you saying anything?”
Ken asked, “Commander Fu Ren?”
The other end brought the sound of clothes rubbing violently. In the next second, a voice that they were extremely familiar with appeared.
That lively voice said, “Male Father, Female Father, I’m back.”
A sound of something falling, a potted plant on the balcony crashed to the ground. Ken’s eyes became moist, and Kyle was stunned. His voice trembled, “A’Yuan?”
A huge surprise surged in their hearts.
The voice on the other end, with a smile, said, “Yes, it’s me. I’m back, and I’ve brought back a lot of useful things. Female Father, I feel like I’ll be awarded the rank of marshal soon. You and Male Father, get ready as soon as possible. I’m about to marry Marshal Ji Xing.”
A series of bombs were dropped, and nothing was more important than him being alive.
Ken’s lips opened and closed, “Okay!”
Welcome back!
—
Zong Yuan and Ji Xing were busy. They didn’t embrace the excited officers to share their stories and experiences. Instead, they directly revealed the things they obtained on Nato Star and some secrets that wouldn’t harm Ji Xing. These things were enough to make them legends.
An incident on Nato Star was legendary enough.
Ken knew the Empire’s practices. Even though they knew Zong Yuan was a male, if he didn’t come back, under the pressure from the public, they might still grant him the rank of marshal. Now that he had returned, Marshal Ji Xing was certain to become the youngest female marshal in history. As for a male marshal, it wasn’t certain.
He immediately spread the news of Zong Yuan and Ji Xing’s successful return.
The entire Giant Stone Star was shocked by these two Zergs.
Countless individuals wanted to see the two heroes who could escape the control of time and hear their exciting legendary and romantic love story.
As for the real “Py binding” and “forced maturity,” these were things that couldn’t be mentioned.
For storytelling, Zong Yuan fabricated stories, and Ji Xing added details.
In the end, countless Zergs were so moved that they exclaimed, “The first love in history!”
Some Zergs even approached Zong Yuan and Ji Xing to buy the rights to turn their story into a movie…
Meanwhile, voices from the public grew louder.
The Emperor couldn’t sit still any longer.
He had a private conversation with Zong Yuan, and after Zong Yuan clearly expressed that he had no ambitions and just wanted to become the first male marshal in the Empire, the Emperor issued an order the next day, granting Zong Yuan and Ji Xing the rank of marshal effective immediately.
The first pair of marshals in history, a married couple, has officially emerged!
Some people were puzzled by Zong Yuan’s underage appearance.
Then, the spacecraft that clearly experienced decades of time became the answer.
While we only experienced a little over a month, they went through more than a decade! Who would still refuse?
The wedding and the conferment of military ranks took place on the same day, and Ken and Kyle stood proudly on the side, watching their children.
A first in history.
On the wedding night, Zong Yuan and Ji Xing lay in bed.
Initially excited to try something new, Zong Yuan watched as Ji Xing entered a deep sleep state.
Yes, it was Zong Yuan watching Ji Xing sleep.
“…” Zong Yuan suddenly felt a bit awkward.
He embraced Ji Xing and joined him in sleep.
Suddenly, Ji Xing felt like he entered another world.
In his dream, he transformed into various human appearances, each time falling in love with the same Zong Yuan.
Finally, he discovered an extra segment of memories that didn’t belong to him.
After wandering through vague and varied worlds, Ji Xing vaguely saw himself entering another unfamiliar world.
He saw his own small hands and feet, witnessing a little kid crying by the lake, biting his lips after a fall.
Ji Xing found himself uncontrollably approaching and squatting in front of the little kid. In a childish voice, he asked, “Why are you crying?”
“I’m not crying,” the little one, who was crying profusely, hiccupped, “Fish are scary.”
Ji Xing, with this body, tilted his head in confusion, “Are you afraid of fishies?”
The stubborn little one, biting his lips to stifle his cries, remained silent.
Ji Xing, pretending to be an adult, sighed, stood in front of the little one, and extended his small hand. Like a hero, he said, “Look! I’ll take you away from here!”
The little kid handed his hand to him.
His hand was covered in mud, but Ji Xing didn’t mind. He continued to ask softly, “What’s your name?”
Once out of the lake, the little one became spirited. Lifting his chin defiantly, he put on a cute and arrogant look, pretending not to be nervous, and said, “I’m called Zong Yuan! Remember, I’m not afraid of fish at all! Don’t tell anyone.”
Ji Xing chuckled inside, genuinely laughing with the child he possessed. “Okay, okay, but I have a request too!”
Little Zong Yuan nervously looked at him, “What?”
Ji Xing, bending over, blinked his big eyes and planted a kiss on the child’s face. “Can I be your wife? Adults say wives have to go to the kitchen to catch fish. I’ll be your wife to protect you, okay?”
The little kid’s eyes lit up. The words “catching fish” clearly tempted him, and he happily agreed, “Okay!”
Ji Xing suddenly opened his eyes.
He found the answer.
Author’s note:
This world is ending!!! Getting ready to head to the last world~ (PS: The last world will be very short…)
Translator’s corner:
We’re almost there everyone! One last world remaining and 3 extras.
