After everything that had happened and after everyone had left the young couple decided to open their marriage gifts. They were so excited over everything they got. Those they know that they won't use. They would give it to the those less fortunate. They also started going on nighthunts. Their uncle and brother not please because they will usually go alone just the two of them but they would assured them that nothing would happen to them. They heard nothing of the Jin sect Leader but they were not so arrogant not to realise that the man is still a threat as well as the jiangs. But for now they will help the commoners. Ridding their towns from ghosts and anything unsavory. Not long they were talked about in most highest and honorable way. People telling stories of the two young masters who helped them and not even want payment. Word would reached the Cloud Recess and Lan Qiren's and Lan Xichen's hearts could not helped but to swell in pride even though being prideful is forbidden if the others don't know then it is quite fine. But they were not the only ones the whole of the Cloud Recess was proud of their two masters. The common people will tell stories of a beautiful white wolf and a beautiful black wolf fighting monsters. Blood dripping from their mouths but neither one of them would ever attacked humans. But not everyone took the stories in good stride. In the Jiang sect yelling and screaming could be heard. A woman telling her son to do better. How can he allow that a son of a servant out do him. How could he allow himself to be lesser than that boy. You should train harder she screamed. The disciples themselves weren't spared as well. The sect Leader never leaves his office unless it's for official business. In the Jin sect the leader is no closer in acquiring the omega and it's pissing him off.

A-Ying and A-Zhan were almost two months gone now. They are enjoying the freedom and the chance to help those that are forgotten so easily by the Cultivation Sects. Most of the time they are their wolf form especially when they are in woods and out in the wild. Sleeping outside begin to have a new meaning to them. It's during times like these that they would allow themselves to indulge in their every day activities. Their last stop before they return home was Yiling. When they step into the small town people looked at them and bowed their heads in respect and thanks to the two young masters. A-Ying had been feeling tired and had been throwing up the last few days. His stomach was cramping and he just did not feel like doing anything but sleep. They booked a room at a inn and A-Zhan asked the inn keeper if he could please fill the tub with some warm water. He was very worried about his mate and he had also pick up that his mates scent had change a bit it had a sweeter milky snell to it. As soon as they entered the room Lan Zhan helped A-Ying towards the bed and helped him to sit down. There was a soft knock on the door he stood up and opened it and servants came in with hot water and starts filling the tub when they were finished he thanked them. He coached A-Ying out of his robes who was almost asleep. He picked him up and lowered him carefully into the water. He carefully washed his hair and then his body by now A-Ying was fast asleep. When he was finished rinsing his hair and made sure no soap was left he dried his hair and then lift him up carefully and started to dry his body afterwards he put sleeping robes on him and put him to bed making sure that he is comfortable before he himself took a bath once done he put on his sleeping robes and slide in behind his mate. He draw him closer and put a soft kiss on his forehead and put his head down not long he also was fast asleep.

As they slept red and black smoke creep through the door. It float towards the foot end of the bed and then the red smoke materialize into a woman dress in red. She stood there as the black tendrils dance around the two sleeping young men. A smile materialize on her face, eyes soft and then she whispers ever so softly. " I am so glad that you are fine. It seems that you two have a surprise on the way and this time we will make sure that you will get to enjoy your pup". The black tendrils howl softly in agreement. Their masters is back and this time they will protect them beter.
They stayed the whole night watching over the two sleeping bodies until they saw one of young men move and slowly opening his eyes. They slipped away but not far because from this day forward they will be their keepers and protectors. A-Zhan opened his eyes fully and look lovingly at his mate who is sleeping with his face in his neck close to his scent gland and his arm across his chest. He layed still for a little while longer stroking his mates hair gently.
He  indulge himself to lay a little bit  longer beside his lover before he maneuvered himself carefully from his mates hold who was making whining noises but went right back to sleep. Lan Zhan smile lovingly and gave him a tender kiss on his forehead before he stood up and get dress. He made his way out of the room to go and order them some breakfast. When he came back he sat down at the low table cross his legs and closes his eyes. He meditate until he heard a soft knock on the door he stood up in one smooth action and opened the door. There stood a servant with a tray with their breakfast. He thanked him and took it and closes the door behind him then he walked towards the low table and sat the tray down. He lay the food out on the table and went over to the bed to wake up his lover. He softly calls his mate.
" A-Ying it's time to get up. Breakfast is ready". " Lan Zhan let me sleep just a little longer". A-Ying said still half a sleep. " A-Ying you need to eat". He starts pampering him with kisses that in return makes A-Ying giggle. After awhile he finally coach him out of bed he dresses him and almost carry him to the table. As soon as he put A-Ying down and he himself sat down A-Ying immediately scoot over and sat his behind on Lan Zhan's lap. " You have to feed me Lan Zhan your mate is to tired to eat himself". He pouts as he looks at his mate. Lan Zhan smile and give him a kiss on his pouty lips but as soon as he uncovers the food and tried to spoon fed A-Ying he scrunch up his nose. " Is something wrong? Do you not like the food?". Lan Zhan asked him with concern in his voice.
A-Ying shakes his head and said. " The food smells funny. I don't think I will be able to get it down". Now Lan Zhan gets worried because he knows how much his lover likes to eat. " A-Ying do you think we should return to the Cloud Recess. I'm worried about you and there is something I have notice. Your scent had change". Lan Zhan said to him. " Change? How?". A-Ying asked confuse. " I don't know but I think it best if we leave immediately".
He told his lover. A-Ying nods his head and soon they were on their way back home unbeknownst that they were not alone. Red and black mist traveling in the distance but not far.

Half way through Lan Zhan had to carry A-Ying on his sword because A-Ying tired quickly even though it is not suppose to happened. As soon as they land outside the gates of the Cloud Recess Lan Zhan immediately makes his way towards the healers pavilion. When he arrives he called one of the healers and explain to them everything. She told him to lay A-Ying in one of the cots and then she starts her examination. She examine A-Ying throughly once done she looks at them both with a smile and said.
" Congratulations Second Young Master and Third Young Master you are both going to be parents. The young master is about two weeks along". Then she bow and leave the two alone who was in shocked before the news finally started to register in their brains. A-Ying and A-Zhan's eyes filled with tears as they embrace each other just then Lan Qiren and Lan Xichen came in when they were inform that the two had return but were at the healers. So naturally they were concern that one of them or both got hurt. They did not know that they would found the two crying and embracing each other with happy smiles on their faces. They looked at each other confuse until Xichen cleared his throat and when his brothers looked at him he smiles softly asking them what had happened. " Uncle, Xichen-ge we are going to have a pup. We are pregnant". A-Ying said through tears. The two walked hastely towards them and hug them. Tears of joy and happiness flows between the family.
" Congratulations to the two of you. I'm so happy. I'm going to be an uncle.
Xichen said through tears." Congratulations A-Ying and A-Zhan. I pray this little one will only bring you joy and happiness. A granduncle. I'm going to be a grand uncle finally ". He said proudly before he turns his head away hiding another onset of tears. They heard a soft knock on the door and when they turn around there stood a lady dress in the finest red silk. Confuse Lan Qiren asked her.
" Who are you? And what are you doing here?". She looked from him to the two young men before she answered. " My name is Rushi and I made a promise a very long time ago that when the time comes I will protect the two young masters from anyone who means them harm and any danger. I mean them no harm believe me I only want to protect them and their little pup that's our only concern ". She answered.

" Protect us? From what and from who? ". A-Ying asked her." I believe you already knows the answer to that questions my master". And then she bowed. " You said that's Our only concern. What did you mean by that?". A-Zhan asked her. " I think it would be best if we have this conversation at a more secure and safe place. What I am about to tell you is not meant for others ears". The four still high on the happy news but also concern about what the young lady said nods their heads as Lan Zhan pick up A-Ying in his arms who yelp in surprise and he carried him out of the infirmary towards the Jingshi as the others follows. They walked along the path way and when they reach the Jingshi Xichen opened the door and Lan Zhan carried A-Ying in and sit him down at the low table and sat next to him as everybody else took their seats. He put on water to brew tea and Rushi said to him it would be best to give his mate some ginger and honey tea for the nausea when A-Ying once pulled up his nose and makes gagging sounds at the smell of the tea. She also inform him to give him some fruits to eat it would stabilize his tummy. Lan Zhan quickly stood up and made his way out the Jingshi towards the kitchens. Once he got everything he return with the tea and thin slicely fruits for his mate who immediately started eating and slowly sipping the tea. He then poured tea for the four of them. Thanking Rushi for her help. Once they were done they looked at her as she put her cup down slowly before she starts to speak. She told them the story of Wanji and Chenqing. What had happened to them and their tragic ending. How they were brought to the burial mounds. How they have watch over them until they were reborn into wolves. The promise they made that when the time comes that they would protect them. She and the resentful energy. When she was done she looked around the table at the shocked faces looking back at her.
" So are you a ghost"?. A-Ying could not help asking as he ate another slice of peach. " Yes but I can take on a human form as well". She answers him. Lan Qiren did not know what to say he was glad for the extra protection but resentful energy. What if the other clans found out they will wage war against them. He so much said to that to her. " You do not need to worry about that. Chenqing could wield resentful and spiritual energy. It did not effect him in anyway. The resentful energy will only react if the two masters and their pup is in immediate danger. They would only attack those who means them harm and only if their masters give them permission to do so. For now they are currently on the outskirts of Gusulan so there is no need to worry. Me, I will be staying close by". She told them as well as assured them. " When you say close by. What do mean by that?". Xichen asked. " I would love if you can arrange some housing for me within the Cloud Recess if it's not a problem". She said with a smile to them. Lan Qiren thought for a bit before he looks at his two nephews and asked. " If you two don't mind and don't have a problem with it. We could let her stay in the Gentian House". The two brothers looked at each other having a silent conversation between the two before Xichen answered his uncle. " We don't have a problem uncle. If that means to keep my brothers and unborn nephew safe then we give our permission". " Great then that is sorted out." A-Ying how do you feel. Is there anything we can do for you". He asked his son. " No uncle I'm just tired I think I'm going to lay down for a bit. Lan Zhan would you carry your pregnant mate I don't think I will be able to walk". He said while looking with a pout at his mate who stand up so fast he almost knocked the table over. The others laugh and excuse themselves as Lan Qiren and Lan Xichen took Rushi to the Gentian House before they say their goodbyes. Lan Zhan picked his mate up and carry him over to the bed. He made him comfortable and not long laid beside him. A-Ying turn and snuggle into his mate scent gland inhaling his soothing sandalwood scent in not long Lan Zhan heard soft snores coming from his mate. He sniffs his mates scent gland because he can't help himself. That milky scent is just so addictive. His mate always smelled addictive with his natural scent and after they had bonded their scents mix but now it just smells heavenly. His eyes slowly started to close and soon he himself was fast asleep revering in the fact that soon they will be parents.