[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-interstellar-beast-world-all-my-husbands-are-pow":3,"chapter-interstellar-beast-world-all-my-husbands-are-pow-interstellar-beast-world-all-my-husbands-are-pow-chapter-143":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Interstellar Beast World: All My Husbands Are Powerful and Rich!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1305320,1733,"Chapter 143: Empress Matriarch","interstellar-beast-world-all-my-husbands-are-pow-chapter-143",143,"\u003Cp>The Firebird Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rory stepped down from the aircraft wearing the formal gown Vincent had specially prepared for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment her feet touched the ground, she lifted her eyes—and nearly forgot to breathe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before her, suspended among rolling clouds, stood a palace so magnificent it seemed unreal, as though she had wandered into a celestial realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>White jade steps cascaded downward like a stairway to the heavens.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Golden rooftops pierced through drifting mist. From the sweeping eaves hung rows of delicate golden chimes that swayed in the wind, though they were so high above that not even a whisper of sound reached the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Firebird Clan truly deserved its title as the foremost clan of the Central District.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The grandeur was overwhelming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Big Sister-in-law! Big Brother! You’re finally here!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lola Brandon, who had clearly been waiting for them, rushed forward the moment she spotted Rory and Vincent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she saw Rory in her gown, her eyes widened in pure admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Big Sis, you’re looking stunning today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re beautiful too,\" Rory replied with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lola was dressed in a blazing red gown. Her features were bold and radiant to begin with; wrapped in that fiery color, her presence was dazzling and unrestrained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grinning, Lola grabbed Rory’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come, come! I’ll take you to see Empress Matriarch. She’s been looking forward to you and my brother since yesterday.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she glanced at Vincent and leaned closer to Rory, lowering her voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Big Sis, I already checked earlier. Among the young powerhouses who arrived today, there are a few who are unbelievably handsome. After we greet Empress Matriarch, I’ll take you to have a look.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She paused, eyes sparkling mischievously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Especially that one from the Nine-Tailed Sky Fox Clan—Lian. He’s ridiculously good-looking.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She darted another glance at Vincent and whispered, \"Even better-looking than my brother.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vincent was already one of the most striking men Rory had ever seen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Better-looking than him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vincent shot Lola a sharp glare. Was she truly his biological sister? Daring to entice his Female Master to admire other men right in front of him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rory, Lola has always liked to joke around. Don’t listen to her.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tightened his hold on Rory’s hand, genuinely worried that his mischievous sister might corrupt his gentle Female Master.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vincent instructed his chief guard to escort Jasper and the others to the banquet hall first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he turned to Rory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rory, I’ll take you to see Empress Matriarch and Father.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She nodded, following Vincent and Lola toward the inner palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>***\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the grand hall, the Firebird Empress sat elegantly upon her throne, regal and imposing. Beside her were more than a dozen high-ranked male ability users.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Below them stood two orderly rows of young male warriors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were all members of the Firebird Clan, around their early twenties. Even the lowest among them was Rank Seven.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Broad shoulders. Narrow waists. Long legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each more handsome than the last.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And all of them bare-chested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Rory and Vincent entered, every pair of eyes turned toward her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rory suddenly felt like an animal in a zoo being examined from all angles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside her, Vincent’s expression darkened instantly. He had already said he didn’t need this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yet his mother had arranged it anyway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My little Vince is back.\" The Firebird Empress rose from her throne the instant she saw them and descended gracefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though she was over three hundred years old, she looked no older than a stunning woman in her early thirties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stopped in front of Rory and examined her carefully before nodding with clear satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So you’re Rory? My Vince’s Female Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rory inclined her head politely. \"Greetings, Empress Matriarch. I’m Roanna Smith, but everyone calls me Rory. Happy birthday.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vincent retrieved the gifts Rory had prepared from his spatial ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Empress Matriarch, these are the gifts Rory prepared for you. The sea beasts and the birthday cake were all made by her personally.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Firebird Empress took Rory’s hands, smiling warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re very thoughtful, Rory. I love these gifts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Firebird Clan lacked for nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t the gifts she valued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was the sincerity—and the way Rory cherished her son.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m glad you like them,\" Rory replied softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lola had already caught the rich aroma drifting from one of the containers. Unable to resist, she opened a box of sweet-and-spicy dried sea beast strips and sneaked a bite.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Delicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Absolutely delicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Empress Matriarch, this sea beast meat is amazing! You have to try it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were no outsiders present, so Lola made no effort to maintain composure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress sampled a piece and nodded repeatedly. \"Excellent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had never tasted sea beast meat like this—no trace of fishiness. A perfect balance of sweetness and heat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rory, to be able to cook like this... you’re quite extraordinary.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her approval deepened visibly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lola’s gaze then landed on the beautifully decorated cake. \"What’s this? Is it food too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s a birthday cake...\" Rory explained its meaning and how it was meant to be eaten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both mother and daughter were delighted to learn not only was it beautiful, but it carried such warm symbolism.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll arrange it immediately,\" Lola said excitedly. \"We’ll have Empress Matriarch blow out candles and make a wish at the banquet!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the Empress’s birthday banquet was held annually, this was the first time they had ever seen such a cake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lola was already impatient to taste it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>***\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rory, since you’ve given me such a wonderful gift, I must give you one in return.\" The Empress gently squeezed Rory’s hand and gestured toward the two rows of young men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"These are the most promising and handsome young talents of the Firebird Clan. Choose a few you like and keep them by your side to ease your boredom.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rory blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was this... normal, too? Who gives men as birthday gifts?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vincent’s face had turned so dark it looked as though ink might drip from it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped forward, gripping Rory’s hand protectively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Empress Matriarch, Rory has me. She doesn’t need anyone else.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress’s smile faded. \"Vincent, are you trying to decide for your Female Master?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stiffened. He could resist his mother’s arrangements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he could never interfere with Rory’s choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the young Firebird warriors nearest to them stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Big Brother, we know you are Lady Rory’s partner. We’re not here to compete with you. We only wish to become her followers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others quickly chimed in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can’t have a Female Master and leave us to die single, Big Brother.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s right, Cousin. We won’t compete. We just want to stay by Lady Rory’s side.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These young elites were not fools.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the Beast God had matched Vincent to Rory, then she must possess something extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And after catching the fragrance of her cooking... Even if she had no other exceptional trait, that alone was enough reason to follow her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rory swept her gaze across them before speaking seriously to the Empress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Empress Matriarch, thank you for your kindness. But Vincent and the others are enough for me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress smiled faintly. \"Are you certain?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am.\" Rory’s voice was steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I cannot promise Vincent will be my only partner for the rest of my life.\" She paused, then continued with solemn conviction: \"But I swear before the Beast God that I will always love him, treat him well, and cherish him—until the day I die.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rory...\" Vincent’s voice trembled, his eyes filled with emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Firebird Empress studied them for a long moment—then finally nodded in satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well. Since this is your choice, we won’t select anyone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The matter was settled.\u003C\u002Fp>",1274,"2026-06-05T18:17:47.496Z",1,"novelbin.me","85ed2a99b8c431e05628c2bc9d65f9ebcbe87ea3ff2eaf9c5f29b9350c6501ab","interstellar-beast-world-all-my-husbands-are-pow-chapter-144","interstellar-beast-world-all-my-husbands-are-pow-chapter-142",315,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Finterstellar-beast-world-all-my-husbands-are-pow-cover.jpg"]