55: The Great Elder's Gift

“Tomorrow, I’ll have Jinxuan come to this manor to meet you,” the Grand Elder said.

Zhou Luo nodded in agreement.

Afterward, the two conversed a few more times, mostly about holding the wedding soon if they found each other agreeable.

After all, the other party was the Grand Elder's granddaughter.

Unlike other women, a grand banquet would definitely be held.

At that time, it was estimated that many people would come to give gifts.

Zhou Luo, of course, readily agreed and then left with the three exquisite wooden boxes.

Returning to Zhou Garden, Zhou Luo first explained the matter to his wives and concubines.

Except for Bai Zhiyan, everyone else naturally had no objections.

In the room, Zhou Luo held Bai Zhiyan's hand and said seriously, “This is the Family’s arrangement; I can’t do anything about it.”

Bai Zhiyan, of course, understood his helplessness.

Because she herself was a disciple of a Immortal Family and knew very well that major events like marriage were often beyond one's control.

What's more, Zhou Luo was an outsider.

But she still held a grudge.

Especially since she and Zhou Luo had only been together for a short time, this made her even more unhappy.

“I can understand, but I’m just not happy,” Bai Zhiyan said softly, lowering her head.

Zhou Luo gently stroked her face and said sincerely, “My love for you will not change in the slightest, just like for everyone else.”

Bai Zhiyan pursed her lips, reached out and hugged him, saying nothing.

Zhou Luo continued to comfort her, “Don’t worry, I’m not the kind of person who tires of the old and favors the new.”

“Mm,” Bai Zhiyan hummed softly.

Zhou Luo then continued to console her for a few more sentences until Bai Zhiyan's mood improved, only then did he go to his exclusive room.

On the wooden table in the center of the room, the gifts given by the Grand Elder were displayed.

He eagerly opened the first elongated wooden box.

Inside the wooden box was a three-foot long sword, its scabbard covered with patterns, emitting specks of spiritual light. A Phoenix reborn from fire was carved on the green hilt.

In addition, Zhou Luo also saw the name of this precious sword.

Crimson Phoenix.

Apparently, this was a Magical Artifact; although it was only Low Grade, it was of great value.

Generally speaking, only Cultivators with strong financial resources and powerful strength were qualified to control Magical Artifacts.

Because the activation of Magical Artifacts required a great deal of Spiritual Qi.

It was precisely because of this that the power unleashed by Magical Artifacts was stronger than imagined.

Although he couldn't unleash the full power of the Magical Artifact now, it didn't mean he couldn't in the future.

He didn't expect the Grand Elder to be so generous, offering a Magical Artifact right away.

What about the other two items?

Zhou Luo couldn't help but look at another wooden box.

He opened it and found that it was a luxurious Magical Robe.

This Magical Robe was entirely purple-gold, with various exquisite and splendid embroideries on it. Holding it in his hand, he could feel a hint of warmth.

Another Low Grade Magical Artifact.

The Grand Elder was determined to win him over.

Zhou Luo picked up the Magical Robe and saw four inconspicuous patterns imprinted on it.

It was these four patterns that gave this Magical Robe its special effects.

These included the four effects: perfect fit, spring-like warmth, wind transformation, and breath concealment.

The first one needs no explanation; it means this Magical Robe can freely change its size.

The 'spring-like warmth' effect means that after wearing this Magical Robe, it feels like spring all year round, warm in winter and cool in summer, unaffected by temperature.

As for 'wind transformation'.

As the name suggests, it can turn strong winds into gentle breezes, preventing the wearer from being affected by gales.

The final 'breath concealment' effect can hide one's Realm; unless the opponent is one major Realm higher than him, they can only detect it using special detection techniques.

Zhou Luo liked this Magical Robe very much and immediately put it on.

The originally loose purple-gold Magical Robe immediately shrank, fitting perfectly.

He then looked at the last wooden box.

He opened it.

He found that it was a token.

On the token was a Bagua diagram, and in the very center, there was a large character for “Main”.

This meant that with this token, he could directly cultivate in the Core Area of the Family’s Spirit Vein Blessed Land.

Zhou Luo was greatly shocked.

Such an important item, and the Grand Elder actually handed it to him just like that.

For a moment, he felt the pressure double.

Because the better the gift, the more it represented the Grand Elder's high regard, and at the same time, the more it would make the Main Family hostile towards him.

Although the Main Family had made no moves recently.

But who could guarantee that it wouldn't target him, who was already on the opposing side?

As things stood, Zhou Luo had no choice.

...

The next day, Zhou Luo arrived at the Grand Elder's courtyard at the appointed time.

The servant at the door had already been waiting for a long time.

Upon seeing Zhou Luo, he led him into the interior of the manor.

The Grand Elder's manor was more like a garden, with various exquisitely carved stone pillars and murals hidden among lush trees and flowers. A faint fragrance drifted through the air, and even the melodious chirping of birds could be heard.

“Young Miss Lin Jinxuan is in the pavilion at the end of this path,” the servant said respectfully.

“Thank you,” Zhou Luo said, then walked straight along the stone path.

Soon, he saw a pavilion at a corner.

The ancient pavilion stood tall, with green bricks and dark tiles, and upturned eaves.

Greenery surrounded it, and a gentle breeze swept across.

In the pavilion, a graceful figure stood.

It was a peerless beauty.

She wore splendid, luxurious clothes, with exquisite embroidery showcasing a distinguished demeanor, and colors that were subdued yet noble. A layer of thin, cicada-wing-like gauze covered her, gently fluttering with the wind, adding a touch of Immortal Qi. A tightly bound silk ribbon at her waist perfectly accentuated her slender figure.

She stood there quietly, like a blooming lotus, to be admired from afar but not to be profaned.

That noble and refined temperament was unlike any woman Zhou Luo had ever met.

Zhou Luo couldn't help but lose himself.

At this moment, the woman in the pavilion also looked over.

Her clear eyes were like water, her delicate eyebrows like smoke, and her lips like cherries. Her hair, like clouds, gently draped over her slender shoulders.

Her beauty was like the rising moon, its clear radiance illuminating the world, breathtakingly stunning.

At this moment, Zhou Luo felt as if he had already fallen into a trance.

It was a long while before he regained his senses and walked towards her.

In the pavilion, Lin Jinxuan smiled, looking at the man who was about to become her husband.

Today, Zhou Luo was wearing that purple-gold Magical Robe, looking imposing and gentle, with a handsome appearance and deep, star-like eyes that were quite attractive.

Her inner worries completely vanished.

Zhou Luo approached and praised, “You are more beautiful than I imagined.”

Lin Jinxuan smiled faintly, “Then can you tell me what you imagined I would be like?”

“Of course.”

As the conversation began, Zhou Luo naturally went along with it.

Although Lin Jinxuan was the Grand Elder's granddaughter and belonged to the direct lineage, she didn't have the arrogance of Lin Xin, and her personality was even gentler than expected.

Their conversation went very smoothly.

They even felt a bit reluctant to part before leaving.

“If possible, I hope you can come and visit Zhou Garden.”

As they parted, Zhou Luo extended an invitation.

“I will,” Lin Jinxuan nodded gently.