Outside the Holy Hall, His Majesty Augustine wore a solemn expression. He held a ring-shaped Light Computer in his palm, slowly presenting it to Su Yaoyao.

The ring was exquisitely crafted—simple, yet elegant. The gem set within it radiated a soft, mysterious light, and a single glance was enough to tell it was priceless.

Su Yaoyao looked closer and discovered that the ring was strikingly similar to the one His Majesty wore. They were clearly a matching pair.

A ripple went through her heart. She was touched by His Majesty’s generosity and the importance he placed on her, but this special gift also put her in a difficult position.

His Majesty Augustine gazed at Su Yaoyao, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

He parted his lips slightly, his voice low and magnetic. "Yaoyao, this ring-shaped Light Computer is not just a precious gift. It’s a symbol of the Empire’s trust and expectations for you. It has the highest-tier specifications and permissions."

Su Yaoyao paused, taken aback. As she looked into His Majesty Augustine’s sincere eyes, a mix of emotions churned within her.

She said softly, "Your Majesty, a gift this valuable... I... I’m truly not worthy of it."

Augustine shook his head gently, his gaze still locked on Su Yaoyao as if to etch her image into his very soul. "You are more than worthy. Your arrival has brought new hope and a turning point for the Empire.

Your power and wisdom as a Holy Female are crucial to the Empire’s future.

This ring is merely a way for me, on behalf of the Empire, to express our gratitude."

Su Yaoyao bit her lip, hesitating for a moment before speaking. "I will always remember Your Majesty’s great kindness. It’s just... this ring seems to be a pair with yours. For it to be so special, I’m afraid..."

Augustine’s gaze flickered. He seemed to be debating whether to reveal his deeper feelings.

In the end, he restrained himself and simply smiled. "It’s merely a coincidence, meant to highlight the understanding between us as we strive together for the Empire. You needn’t worry. Please, accept it, and let us advance side-by-side for the glory of the Empire."

Su Yaoyao sensed the persistence in Augustine’s words and understood the great significance behind the gift.

She nodded lightly, reached out, and carefully accepted the ring. "Thank you, Your Majesty," she said softly. "I will not fail this duty."

Watching Su Yaoyao accept the ring, a wave of complex emotions surged through Augustine.

’I wish this pair of rings symbolized more than just our shared struggle for the Empire,’ he thought. ’I wish they represented a deeper emotional bond.’

’But I know she hasn’t accepted me yet. I have to take this one step at a time.’

Nearby, Bai Lian, Reg, and Pani had taken in the entire scene.

Bai Lian’s brow furrowed slightly, and a flicker of jealousy, almost imperceptible, crossed his eyes. He clenched his fists so tightly his knuckles turned white, muttering to himself,

’What is His Majesty’s intention, giving her such a special gift?’ But he also understood the Emperor’s status and could only force himself to swallow his dissatisfaction.

Pani’s ears drooped slightly, his face a mask of dejection.

He stared at the matching rings, a sour feeling welling up inside him. He muttered under his breath, "Why is her ring a matching one to His Majesty’s...?" But he didn’t dare voice his displeasure aloud, merely biting his lip in silence.

Reg clenched his jaw, his face flushing slightly as he struggled to suppress his jealousy.

He couldn’t stand to watch any longer. But since it was the Emperor, he didn’t dare make a scene. So, he huffily reached out, tugged on Su Yaoyao’s arm, and said in a wheedling tone, "Yaoyao, it’s my turn to sleep with you tonight."

Reg’s sudden outburst left Su Yaoyao torn between laughter and exasperation. She turned to look at his pouting face, her heart filled with affection.

She gently stroked Reg’s head and cooed, "Alright, alright, I’ll be with you tonight. And you, don’t get so jealous. His Majesty gave me this ring mainly because he values my abilities and wants me to better serve the Empire."

As she spoke, she shot a reassuring smile at Bai Lian and Pani, her eyes sending a clear message: ’Don’t read too much into it.’

When Augustine heard Su Yaoyao’s words, his heart clenched as if pricked by an invisible needle.

He watched as she gently placated Reg, then sent reassuring looks to her other two Beast Husbands. A wave of loneliness washed over him.

He understood then that Su Yaoyao already had her partners, and their bond was deep and stable.

’But females can be polyandrous,’ he thought. ’Especially a Holy Female like Su Yaoyao. How could three Beast Husbands possibly be enough for her?’

Augustine’s eyes narrowed as he made a decision. ’I will do everything I can to pursue Su Yaoyao and make the little female fall in love with me.’

Later, Su Yaoyao went to Reg’s chambers. Reg himself had rushed off to take a shower.

Su Yaoyao lay on the large, soft bed, tightly gripping the ring. She stared at it blankly, her heart a tangle of conflicting emotions.

’After all, it’s a gift from His Majesty,’ she thought. ’I was too embarrassed to refuse it.’

Besides, she didn’t have another Light Computer to use at the moment. After weighing her options, Su Yaoyao sighed in resignation.

She slowly picked up the ring-shaped Light Computer and gently slid it onto her slender ring finger.

The moment the ring settled against her skin, a peculiar sensation washed over her, as if it had already formed a subtle connection with her.

Su Yaoyao gently touched the ring’s surface and, following the prompt, used her fingerprint to complete the bonding process.

Immediately after, she successfully logged into the Star Network.

Now that she had completed all the necessary authentications, she could freely use all the functions of the ring-shaped Light Computer. Furthermore, she now possessed the highest level of clearance on the entire Star Network.

Her personal information was heavily protected; only those on her friends list could view it. No one else could glean the slightest detail.

Bai Lian, Reg, and Pani were all officially registered as her mates. In the Star Network’s database, the suffix after each of their names clearly read: "Beast Husband of Su Yaoyao".

As Su Yaoyao scrolled through the information and saw this detail, a sweet smile bloomed on her face, as radiant as a spring blossom.

However, the sweetness was tinged with a hint of shyness, and she couldn’t help but murmur to herself, "This is still a little embarrassing."

It was also worth noting that Bai Lian’s rank had recently been updated in the Star Network system, reflecting his advancement to a powerful SSS-level White Lion.

Now that Su Yaoyao’s identity as a Holy Female had been announced to the entire Empire—and indeed, the entire universe—Bai Lian knew he no longer needed to deliberately hide his own strength.

He chose to reveal his rank not only as a display of confidence in his own power but also as a steadfast declaration of his intent to protect Su Yaoyao.

After all, in this world where the strong reign supreme, anyone who even considered harming Su Yaoyao would first have to ask themselves if they were qualified—if they could withstand the wrath of an SSS-level powerhouse.