Chapter 185: Chapter 185: Setting Sail for the Deep-Sea Honeymoon

In the palace of the Beast Clan, soft light spilled onto the floor through enormous floor-to-ceiling windows.

Su Yaoyao sat on an exquisite sofa, her face a mixture of guilt and determination. She spoke slowly to the Beast Husbands beside her, "I want to go find Noah. I slapped him impulsively before, so I have to go apologize to him."

Her voice was gentle, yet it carried an undeniable resolve, as if every word bore the profound weight of her apology.

Upon hearing this, Augustine’s calm expression faltered as his brow furrowed slightly. A thoughtful look flickered in his deep eyes.

After a moment, without the slightest hesitation, he stood up and walked to the writing desk with a steady gait.

He picked up a calligraphy brush, dipped it lightly in ink, and with practiced, fluid motions, quickly penned a letter to the Sea Emperor.

He knew well that as the Empire’s most revered Holy Female, Su Yaoyao’s trip to the Sea Clan had to be perfectly safe. Informing the Sea Emperor in advance was essential to avoid any unnecessary misunderstandings or trouble.

As he wrote, he said, "The Sea Clan and the Beast Clan have dealings, but we are different peoples after all. Many matters must be handled with caution. I will explain the reason for your visit to the Sea Emperor and ask him to look out for you. That will give us some peace of mind."

「A few days later, all preparations were complete.」

Mingye led everyone to a secret base by the sea. There, in a tranquil bay, a high-tech submarine with a science-fiction design rested quietly, like a behemoth about to dive into the deep.

The submarine’s hull was made from the most advanced stealth and pressure-resistant materials. Its smooth lines resembled those of an agile dolphin, elegant and powerful.

Its surface shimmered with faint blue quantum light patterns, reflecting dreamlike colors under the sunlight as if projecting the stars of the cosmos. On its tail, a snake emblem was clearly printed next to the words "Viper Technology."

The moment Su Yaoyao saw the submarine, she couldn’t help but exclaim in amazement, "Mingye, was this made in Snake Scale City? This is incredible! It’s beyond imagination!" Her eyes sparkled with surprise and admiration.

Mingye smiled faintly, a hint of pride in his eyes. "There’s a lot you don’t know," he said. "This submarine can not only withstand the high pressures of the deep sea, but it’s also equipped with the most advanced navigation and defense systems. Even if we encounter danger, we can handle it with ease."

As he spoke, Mingye skillfully operated the smart terminal in his hand, completing the fingerprint and retinal scans in one smooth sequence.

With a soft electromagnetic hum, the submarine’s hatch slowly opened, revealing a comfortable and futuristic cockpit.

Everyone entered one by one. The seats, as if alive, automatically adjusted to fit the contours of their bodies, providing the most comfortable support.

Various instrument panels and holographic screens emitted a soft blue glow, displaying fluctuating navigational data and marine environmental information, like a mysterious technological universe.

As Mingye pressed the start button, the submarine emitted a low, powerful hum and slowly glided into the sea.

The thrusters ejected powerful streams of water, propelling the submarine downward like an arrow released from a bow.

Through the massive, transparent portholes, it was as if they had entered a whole new world.

The color of the water gradually deepened from azure to a dark, mysterious blue, like a gradient in a painting.

Schools of small fish shimmered with multicolored light, like flocks of sprites playing in the water. They would sometimes cluster together, then scatter, as if performing a mysterious dance.

Watching this wondrous sight, Pani couldn’t help but say, "The ocean is teeming with so many different species, each one unique. It’s truly a masterpiece of nature."

Reg chimed in, "Yes, but behind this beauty lie many unknown dangers. We can’t let our guard down."

At that moment, Lucia was curled up elegantly in Su Yaoyao’s arms. She tilted her head up slightly, looked at Su Yaoyao with her clear, lively eyes, and said softly, "Yaoyao, the view outside is beautiful, but having you here with me is the best thing of all."

With that, she nuzzled gently against Su Yaoyao, cooing, "Yaoyao, you have to keep holding me, okay? Then I won’t be afraid of any dangers."

Su Yaoyao smiled and gently stroked Lucia’s head, replying softly, "Alright, Lucia. I’ll keep holding you. We can enjoy this beautiful scenery together."

Occasionally, enormous whales swam past, their massive bodies like moving islands. Each breath sent a tall plume of water into the air, which formed brilliant rainbows in the sunlight filtering down from above.

Bai Lian remarked with a sigh, "Such a magnificent sight. Every time I see it, I’m struck by the grandeur of nature."

After an unknown amount of time, the submarine began to slow down. Through the portholes, they saw a magnificent palace drawing ever closer.

The palace was surrounded by a magical energy shield that completely repelled the seawater, leaving a crystal-clear space around it.

The palace was built from enormous crystals and pearls, emitting a soft, enchanting light that was especially dazzling in the gloom of the seabed.

The crystals refracted multicolored light, which mingled with the gentle luster of the pearls, making it look like a dreamlike crystal castle.

At the palace entrance, Noah was already standing there, waiting to greet them.

He was dressed in ornate Sea Clan attire, its intricate patterns shimmering faintly in the dim light as if stars had gathered upon him.

He paced back and forth, his eyes filled with both anxiety and anticipation.

They hadn’t seen each other in so long, and he missed Su Yaoyao dearly. Memories of their time together surfaced one after another, the heartwarming moments replaying in his mind like a movie.

At the same time, he worried that Su Yaoyao was still angry with him. His heart was in turmoil, and he felt utterly restless.

He kept glancing in the direction the submarine was coming from, muttering to himself, "Why isn’t she here yet? What if she won’t forgive me..."

Finally, the submarine came to a steady stop at the docking port next to the palace.

The hatch slowly opened, and Su Yaoyao was the first to step out. Her hair drifted gently, making her look like a celestial fairy descending to the mortal world.

Noah’s eyes instantly lit up. The corners of his mouth turned up unconsciously, and a joyful smile spread across his face. He couldn’t wait to rush forward, calling out, "Yao..."

However, when he saw the well-behaved fox, Lucia, in Su Yaoyao’s arms, he stopped short. His mouth stiffened, and his smile froze instantly.

Immediately after, Bai Lian, Reg, and Pani also emerged from the submarine one by one.

Noah’s expression instantly turned grim, his eyes filled with shock and displeasure.

His eyes widened as he stared at the group before him, saying in disbelief, "Why are there so many people..."

He whipped his head around to look at Mingye, who had also spotted him from a distance.

Noah’s gaze was full of accusation, as if to say, ’Didn’t you say it would just be you and her coming for a honeymoon? What is all this?’ A suppressed rage smoldered in his eyes.