I controlled the entire Zerg race with my superb culinary skills.

Lan Ce sighed heavily and changed the direction of his crossed legs.

"He said that to make your identity look better. The truth is what I said. Back then, Lan He was accused of having an affair, and the Wen family did not acknowledge your birth. He had no choice but to take you away."

"If you questioned my infidelity, why are you now willing to acknowledge my identity?"

"Because your current identity is extraordinary, the only male insect colonel. If you return to the Wen family, you can restore the Wen family to its former glory."

Chu Yang was quite impressed with the male insect in front of him. He wasn't trying to persuade him, nor was he being overly solicitous or commanding. It seemed that his relationship with Lan Zhuo was quite distant.

"Chu Yang, your female father Lan He is a very gentle and kind insect. We grew up together since we were little. He is different from other female insects. I also like my younger brother Lan He very much, but I was not able to protect him at that time."

Thinking of his younger brother Lan He, Lan Ce's gray eyes welled up with tears. Such a fine insect shouldn't have suffered such a fate.

“We are here today out of necessity. To be honest, Lan Zhuo’s desire for you to acknowledge your relatives is definitely driven by ulterior motives. As your maternal uncle, I do not wish for you to do so.”

"Thank you for reminding me. I wasn't planning on admitting it anyway. Now that you've said your piece, please leave."

Chu Yang stood up, placed the photo album on the table, and prepared to leave.

"Son, this photo album is full of pictures of Lan He from childhood to adulthood. Keep it as a keepsake."

Ye Lanzhi, who was standing next to him, picked up the photo album on the table and stuffed it into Chu Yang's hand.

“When the male decided to come see you, he found all the photos of Lanhe’s younger brother in the house overnight. Here you go.”

In the end, Chu Yang couldn't refuse the photo album; it was heavy and quite cumbersome.

Looking at the villa's gate closing again, Lan Ce sighed.

"Lanzhi, I'm sorry, there are some things I just can't say against my conscience."

Ye Lanzhi held Lan Ce's hand with relief and gently comforted him.

"My lord, I will unconditionally support whatever decision you make. We have already met with him. As for the final outcome, it is not something that you or I can control. If things really don't work out with Yi'an, then we will go to Li Yang. Hopefully, he can help us out of respect for Lan He."

Holding the thick photo album, Chu Yang hid in his room, sat on the edge of the bed, and slowly opened the album cover.

As a child, Lan He was an adorable little dumpling who always liked to cling to his older brother Xiong's leg, following him like a little tail. When he got a little older, he had a new friend, who seemed to be Li Yang from his childhood.

In the photos, Lan He always has a gentle smile. He donates his pocket money to welfare organizations and often picks up stray animals. He seems to really like these fluffy things.

The further you flip through the pages, the more friends surround him, and there are many photos of Wen Huaijin. They all look very happy back then.

Looking at these photos, Chu Yang's eyes blurred. He couldn't bear to look any longer; the more he looked, the more distressed he felt. In the end, he placed the heavy photo album in the safe in his room.

After returning to the Imperial Star, Lan Ce called Lan Zhuo and told him that he had already persuaded him, and that he would have to consider Chu Yang's side.

Hearing this result, Lan Zhuo could finally get a good night's sleep. It was only a few days' consideration; he could afford to wait those few days.

Chu Yang has been feeling uneasy these past few days, and he keeps dreaming about Lan He at night. In addition, with winter approaching, Youyou has also been running a fever lately.

So he ordered another batch of paper money and tin foil from the StarNet. After dark, he squatted alone next to the stone circle in the backyard, burning paper money and gold and silver ingots inside while talking to himself.

"Father, if you feel lonely over there, you can go and visit my cheap father, Wen Huaijin, or General Liyang. I'm doing very well now. I have a house to live in, a family insect to accompany me for life, and several adorable babies. I think you must also hope that I can live a happy life."

Chu Yang picked up a stack of paper money and slowly threw it into the fire in the stone circle, then continued.

“A few days ago, a male insect named Lan Ce came to see me. He said he was my uncle. I think he should be a good insect. At least from his appearance, he doesn’t have a bloated body and looks quite upright.”

He gave me a photo album filled with pictures of you. I don't have any grand ambitions, and I don't plan to go back to that place that caused you so much pain.

"So, Father, please bless me and all my insects so that they may be safe and sound. Whenever I miss you, I will burn some paper money for you."

After burning all the remaining paper money and ingots, Chu Yang kowtowed three more times before leaving.

Due to the recent fluctuations in the magnetic field of the alien beasts, Chu Yang was temporarily transferred to the military region where Qiao Yuan was located. Their military uniforms were black, which looked quite cool and gave off a very stylish vibe.

"Chu Yang, can you teach me how to make dried fish? The Marshal loves your dried fish."

Qiao Yuan's voice always seemed to ruin the atmosphere, because it sounded like a teenager's voice—crisp yet a bit noisy, making him a chatterbox, which was completely at odds with his handsome image.

“Teach me all the other fish dishes you make, and I’ll make them for the Marshal every day, a different one each time.”

At this moment, Qiao Yuan was already imagining the marshal giving him a thumbs up after eating the dish he made.

"Oh right, and how do you make that sweet and spicy sauce? Please teach me."

In just a few minutes, Chu Yang felt his head buzzing; it was indeed a bit noisy, and he didn't know how the marshal could tolerate him.

After several days of continuous rain, the sun finally came out today. Youyou has been resting at home due to health reasons and has been listless.

"The weather is nice today. A new dessert shop opened in the city center. Why don't we take Youyou to try it?"

Chu Xinhang, taking a rare day off, held his two little ones and said to Xue Fengyi.

"Staying at home all the time can make you sick even if you're not. Why not go out for a bite to eat and relax?"

"Father, I want to go."

Youyou opened his eyes wide. He really wanted to go out for some fresh air. His wing bones were a little uncomfortable, and this would be a good way to distract himself.

"Well, let's go then."

Xue Fengyi was also very happy that Youyou finally seemed to have some energy, so he flew the aircraft to the city center.

There weren't many new dessert shops, so they didn't have to wait in line. They ordered a few small cakes that looked pretty good and three hot drinks.

"Ah, it's been so long since I've had this much peace and quiet. With the lord away, the house doesn't feel lively at all."

Chu Xinhang took a sip of hot coffee and stretched contentedly. The two little ones were happily munching on ladyfingers.

"I'm telling you, you've been back for so many years and you've never even stepped into the master's room. Don't you have any thoughts about it?"

Xue Fengyi, who was eating cake, blushed slightly and looked a little flustered. What were his thoughts? How could he not have thoughts? Although the male lord treated him the same as the other insects over the past few years, he had never touched him.

"It's already very kind of my lord to give me this much respect. As for anything else, although I envy it, I dare not ask for more."

Seeing his dejected expression, Chu Xinhang couldn't help but chuckle softly, covering his mouth. He had been in the same situation as him back then, and as someone who had been through it all, he decided to help him out.

"Actually, the male lord is not a very proactive insect. You have to fight for some things yourself to get them."

"I'm afraid I'll be disliked by the powerful ruler."

"Haha, all male leaders are all sharp-tongued but soft-hearted. Look at us, we all earned our positions through our own efforts. Otherwise, we wouldn't have these little ones today."

Chu Xinhang's words made Xue Fengyi raise his head in surprise. Should he try to win it over? How could he do that? What if he was disliked?

"Father, Dad also said that you have to fight for what you want. How will you know if you can't do it if you don't try? When Dad comes back this time, go and try to get it. Don't be afraid, I'll help you."

Youyou, like a little tiger, patted his chest, knowing more or less about what his female parents had just said.