109: Marry the fifth lady?

Due to the emergence of the Joyful Union Sect, the guards in the Core Area were significantly more numerous than usual.

Each Cultivator had a serious expression, a tall figure, and exuded a powerful aura, like a hibernating beast, staring at everyone passing by.

But when their gaze fell on Zhou Luo, they showed less sharpness and more respect.

Clearly, the news of him becoming a First-Order High-Grade Alchemist had spread.

As the first Upper-Grade Alchemist in the Zhou Family's history at such a young age, even though Zhou Luo was an outsider, the respect he received was not diminished in the slightest.

After all, no one was willing to offend a future Second-Order Alchemist.

That's right.

In the hearts of many, as long as Zhou Luo grew steadily, he would definitely become a Second-Order Alchemist.

This was an existence of equal status to a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

For the Lin Family, a Second-Order Alchemist was even more important than a Foundation Establishment cultivator!

Because a Second-Order Alchemist was directly linked to the Foundation Establishment Pill, which meant that as long as there was sufficient Time, there would be a continuous stream of Foundation Establishment cultivators!

Therefore, the people of the Lin Family maintained sufficient respect for him.

Passing through that formation, Zhou Luo entered the Core Area.

He walked east along the blue brick road and soon saw a familiar courtyard.

This was where the Family Head, Lin Tianxiong, resided.

He recalled that the last time he came here was when he signed the contract with the Zhou Family.

After that, Lin Tianxiong never summoned him again.

Even when he later sided with the Great Elder's faction, he showed no reaction.

Entering the courtyard, he went straight to the Dragon Palace Great Hall in the main building.

Zhou Luo walked in with a calm expression and a humble demeanor.

On the throne directly in front of the Dragon Palace Great Hall, Lin Tianxiong, dressed in brocade and luxurious robes, sat on a gold throne inlaid with jewels, with a smile on his face.

"Family Head."

Zhou Luo bowed in salute.

"No need for such formality, please sit quickly," Lin Tianxiong said kindly.

The old man who was once indifferent now showed no Family Head's authority, looking at him like an elder.

Zhou Luo walked to the side and sat on the Grand Tutor's chair.

Then, servants came out from behind, carrying various spiritual fruits and placing them beside him, and brewed a cup of spiritual tea for him.

"Thank you for the Family Head's kindness."

Zhou Luo saluted again.

Lin Tianxiong smiled even more, examining him with satisfaction.

Earlier, when he learned that Zhou Luo had become a First-Order High-Grade Alchemist, he was shocked for a long Time, almost personally going to Zhou Garden to verify the truth.

After calming down, he appeared extremely happy.

Because he saw in Zhou Luo a sign of the Zhou Family's rise.

At that Time, the first decision he made was to ensure he stayed, no matter the cost.

Now seeing that the other party was not arrogant, but humble and polite, made him even more relieved.

"This Time, you did not disgrace my Lin Family's prestige in the Immortal Sect, and you heavily suppressed the Lu Family. Very good," Lin Tianxiong praised.

"This is what I should do."

Zhou Luo responded.

Lin Tianxiong nodded slightly: "Your character has always been very good, and I have always thought highly of you."

Hearing this, Zhou Luo couldn't help but sneer inwardly.

The other party did indeed think highly of him.

He couldn't wait to see him die in the Spirit Mine.

"Those with merit should be rewarded. This storage ring is the reward I'm giving you."

Lin Tianxiong raised his hand slightly, and a white light streaked across the sky. A simple silver-white ring fell beside him.

Zhou Luo's eyes lit up.

It was actually a storage ring.

Compared to a storage bag, a storage ring was more convenient to carry, and the internal Space was larger.

Generally, only important figures in the Zhou Family would possess one.

It seemed the Main Family was quite generous.

He just didn't know what grade this storage ring was.

"Thank you, Family Head."

Zhou Luo thanked him, picked it up, and sent a wisp of spiritual consciousness into it.

Immediately, he saw a vast Space.

Inside the Space, various Cultivation resources were placed.

Pills, Cultivation Methods, Spirit Stone, and even heavenly materials and earthly treasures, etc., it was very abundant.

Even though he was prepared, Zhou Luo was still shocked by the sheer amount of Cultivation resources.

"This is what you deserve," Lin Tianxiong said calmly on the surface.

To be honest, giving out so many rewards at once made him feel a pang of heartache.

But in order to win over Zhou Luo, this future Second-Order Alchemist, he could only make a huge investment.

Zhou Luo thanked him again.

Lin Tianxiong then encouraged him, hoping he would continue to work hard.

"I heard you've met my granddaughter a few Times. What do you think of her?"

At this moment, Lin Tianxiong suddenly said.

Zhou Luo's heart tightened.

Fifth Miss?

The only direct descendants of the Main Family he had interacted with were Lin Xin and Lin Xi.

The former was already engaged to a direct descendant of the Wang Family, so the person the other party was referring to was naturally the latter.

"Fifth Miss is gentle, beautiful, and dignified. Last Time, when I was punished by the Zhou Family, it was thanks to her leniency," Zhou Luo said truthfully.

"Since that's the case, are you willing to marry her?" Lin Tianxiong asked with a smile.

It's here.

Zhou Luo knew that the other party suddenly shifted the topic to Lin Xi for this very reason.

To be honest, he had a good impression of Lin Xi.

Plus, her Ling Gen (Spiritual Root) should not be low.

The descendants born from their union would also be better.

However, if he agreed, he would inevitably face the question of "who is the legal wife".

There could only be one legal wife.

Currently, it seemed that if Lin Xi married over, she would definitely become the legal wife.

Then what about Lin Jinxuan?

She was arranged by the Great Elder. Although she was currently in seclusion, how would her subordinates react?

Of course, these were secondary matters.

What Zhou Luo was most worried about was the rivalry between Lin Xi and Lin Jinxuan, which would cause chaos in Zhou Garden.

In a Family, the most taboo thing was concubines vying for favor.

Therefore, when choosing a woman, what he valued most was her character and her attitude towards his other wives and concubines.

He was still planning to establish a Chang Sheng Zhou Family in the future.

If the inner courtyard fell into chaos, everything would be in vain.

Seeing him silent, Lin Tianxiong on the throne did not press, only saying: "This matter is just my suggestion, you don't need to rush to make a decision."

"Just so happens, Xi'er is in the backyard. You can chat first."

Chatting is good too.

He had to see the other party's thoughts.

Zhou Luo stood up and bowed: "Thank you, Family Head, for your understanding."

...

In the square pavilion in the backyard, Lin Xi was sitting upright on a stone stool.

Today, she was wearing a light green silk gauze, her fair skin faintly visible. Her hair was gently styled into a cloud bun, with a white jade hairpin slanted in it, appearing somewhat elegant and extraordinary.

Looking at the young man walking from not far away, her beautiful eyes flickered, and her heart fluttered.

After more than a year of not seeing him, he was still the same as in her memory, still handsome and elegant, calm and composed.

Even after becoming a First-Order High-Grade Alchemist, there was no hint of arrogance on his face, like a gentle gentleman.

"Long Time no see."

Zhou Luo, wearing a moon-white robe, came into the pavilion with a smile.

This Fifth Miss was still as graceful as an orchid, refined and ethereal.

Especially those eyes like water, bright and deep.

She smiled faintly and said directly: "I didn't expect to have a blind date with you one day."

Meeting an acquaintance, Zhou Luo was not reserved. He simply sat opposite her and said: "I didn't expect it either."

"So you came to ask me what I think about this matter?" Lin Xi looked at him, her smile gentle.

"That's meaningless."

Zhou Luo knew that in such matters, neither party had much choice.

"Oh? Then what do you want to ask?" A hint of surprise flashed in Lin Xi's beautiful eyes, and she smiled sweetly.

"As you know, I don't want to participate in any struggles. I just want to live a stable life in the Zhou Family," Zhou Luo said seriously, meeting those bright eyes.

Lin Xi found the other party interesting.

Originally, she thought that after returning home this Time, the other party would not hesitate to side with the Main Family and agree to this marriage.

Now it seemed everyone had thought of him too simply.

Perhaps he really just wanted to live a good life?

Lin Xi was lost in thought.

She asked with a smile: "Are you afraid I'll disturb your peaceful life?"

"I know you can't help yourself, but I hope my life has fewer ripples so I can better concentrate on Pill Refining," Zhou Luo looked at her deeply.

Their eyes met, and Time seemed to stand still at this moment.

Zhou Luo's face was serious, while Lin Xi's smile remained.

After a long pause, Lin Xi chuckled softly: "I understand. Let me meet your legal wife tomorrow."

"Some things need to be talked out."

Lin Luo was quite surprised by Lin Xi's intelligence.

This beautiful woman with bright eyes and white teeth seemed to be able to see through all his thoughts.

She accurately and precisely found the key point of everything.

Some things should indeed be talked out.

If Lin Xi could understand him, Zhou Luo wouldn't mind marrying her.

"Okay, but I can't guarantee she's willing to see you," Zhou Luo said.

"I trust your judgment," Lin Xi smiled sweetly.

Before Zhou Luo could speak, she rested her chin on her hands on the stone table, blinking her bright big eyes.

"We've finished talking about serious matters, now let's talk about you."

"Let me get to know you properly."

Zhou Luo's lips curved up: "I also want to get to know you properly."