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**Chapter 142: Qinghe, He is Your Adoptive Father**

Emperor Xue Ye nodded solemnly, visibly moved by Zhao Ling's suggestion.

"Very well. Since the Demon Suppression Priest has spoken, I shall honor his wishes. From now on, I will allocate 5 million gold soul coins annually from the national treasury to improve the people's livelihood, as per the priest's guidance. What do you think, Demon Suppression Priest?"

"That's an excellent idea," Zhao Ling replied, nodding in agreement.

Prince Xue Xing looked at Zhao Ling with admiration. Meeting such a powerful and upright individual was a rare stroke of luck. After a brief pause, he turned to Emperor Xue Ye with a serious expression.

"Brother, didn't you say that you wanted Qinghe to recognize Demon Suppression Douluo as his foster father? Why not settle the matter today?"

Hearing this, Emperor Xue Ye clapped his hands, a delighted smile spreading across his face.

"Yes! I almost forgot about that. It would be an honor for Qinghe to have Demon Suppression Douluo as his godfather. Please don't refuse, Demon Suppression Master."

Zhao Ling felt a twinge of discomfort. He recalled that Emperor Xue Ye had raised this topic once before, and he had refused. Yet here it was again, brought up by Prince Xue Xing. Zhao Ling realized that even if he refused, Emperor Xue Ye might unilaterally declare the adoption to the world, leaving him no choice.

What troubled him more was the thought of Qian Renxue replacing Xue Qinghe in the future. Would she have to respectfully address him as her godfather? The idea was both awkward and amusing. After calming his thoughts, Zhao Ling decided to let Emperor Xue Ye and Prince Xue Xing proceed as they wished.

He withdrew his martial soul and followed them back to the Qinzheng Palace. Emperor Xue Ye immediately ordered attendants to summon the queen and have her bring Xue Qinghe to the hall.

Once seated, Zhao Ling found himself placed in the first chair to the left of the throne, a seat denoting higher status than Prince Xue Xing, who sat on the right. This seating arrangement made it clear that Emperor Xue Ye held Zhao Ling in the highest regard.

About ten minutes later, a regal woman in court dress entered, holding a baby in her arms. Despite having recently given birth, her figure was unchanged, and she exuded elegance and dignity. Zhao Ling couldn't help but note her beauty, though she was still a step below the exceptional allure of his five wives.

As the queen approached the throne, Emperor Xue Ye rose to greet her. Gesturing toward Zhao Ling, he spoke with enthusiasm.

"Empress, this is our Tiandou royal family's first worshiper. I wish for Qinghe to recognize him as his foster father. Do you agree?"

The queen turned her gaze to Zhao Ling, curious to assess him. However, as her eyes met his, something unusual happened. Her graceful composure wavered, and she found herself captivated by his appearance.

"He's so tall and handsome," she thought. "Even Ning Fengzhi of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect doesn't compare. I can't look away!"

Unbeknownst to her, this reaction was caused by Zhao Ling's passive skill, "Female Killer Lv.1." Even Zhao Ling was exasperated by the uncontrollable nature of this skill.

Noticing her distraction, Emperor Xue Ye asked impatiently, "What do you think, Queen? Shall Qinghe recognize him as his godfather? Queen? Are you even listening?"

Realizing the queen was still entranced, Zhao Ling discreetly used his mental power to awaken her from the skill's effect. The queen, snapping back to reality, blushed deeply and quickly averted her gaze.

"Yes, Your Majesty. Whatever you decide is fine with me," she stammered, staring at the floor to avoid looking at Zhao Ling again.

Relieved, Zhao Ling sighed inwardly. The mental power intervention had worked, sparing them from an awkward scene. Still, he couldn't help but find the situation ironic.

'I didn't flirt with her. Why should I feel embarrassed? It's this uncontrollable skill of mine that's causing all the trouble,' he mused.

At that moment, Emperor Xue Ye took the baby from the queen, holding him out toward Zhao Ling.

"Qinghe, from now on, he will be your adoptive father. Not only will you have a father, but you'll also have the protection of a powerful Titled Douluo. Isn't that wonderful?"

The baby, too young to understand the concept of an adoptive father or a Titled Douluo, simply blinked his wide, curious eyes at Zhao Ling...

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