Chapter 99: Departing From Iron Lotus City
Daniela's expression shifted immediately, her joy replaced by concern and sadness. "Husband… where are you going? Why won't you take your wife along?" She pouted slightly, her eyes shimmering with emotion. "You know I'd be sad, waiting for you alone at home."
"Really?" Aric chuckled softly, brushing his thumb against her cheek. "You don't need to worry about that."
To soften her disappointment, Aric reached into his storage ring and pulled out several precious medicinal herbs and cultivation resources. He placed them gently in her hands, watching as her eyes widened at the sight of the rare items.
"These are for you," he said, his tone growing more serious. "You have something special, Daniela. Your Veiled Empress Physique is awakening, and with it, the memories of your past life. Once they surface, you'll be ready to start cultivating properly."
Daniela's eyes flickered with confusion and awe. "My… past life?"