4: Killing someone is like destroying their spirit; the chosen one.

Ji Lingxiao had intended to let the matter drop, but Zhao Yun’s actions put him in an awkward position. With so many guests present, if he truly allowed this Jiang Family illegitimate son to become a matrilocal son-in-law of the Ji Family, the Ji Family would undoubtedly become the laughingstock of Great Zhou.

He said coldly, “Nephew Zhao, what do you think should be done?”

Surname Zhao.

Jiang Yunfan glanced at Zhao Yun. This guy was from the Zhao Family, no wonder he jumped out to stir up trouble.

Zhao Yun knew he had angered the Ji Family Head. To sabotage the marriage alliance between the Jiang Family and Ji Family, he could only bite the bullet and press on.

“This nephew is not talented, but I am considered one of the outstanding young talents in Great Zhou. If he can withstand ten moves from me, it will be enough to prove his qualification to become a matrilocal son-in-law of the Ji Family, and everyone will be convinced, won’t they!”

Others, enjoying the spectacle, readily agreed.

Ji Lingxiao looked at Jiang Yunfan and said coldly, “You heard him. If you can withstand ten moves from him, you can become a matrilocal son-in-law of my Ji Family. If not, then you will enter standing and leave horizontally.”

Ji Yao did not stop them, still watching with cold eyes.

The crowd parted, clearing an open space.

“Wind God Leg.”

Zhao Yun leaped up and attacked Jiang Yunfan with extreme speed. His kicks were as swift as wind and as fast as lightning, catching Jiang Yunfan off guard. He was kicked and stumbled back several steps, but he was protected by True Qi and was not injured.

Zhao Yun sneered and continued his fierce assault.

Jiang Yunfan knew that the Wind God Leg was fast. The last move of Rolling Stone Fist, Falling Stone Shakes the Heavens, could perfectly counter the Wind God Leg. He unleashed a punch, sending out a sky full of fist shadows, like countless falling stones descending from the sky.

Although Zhao Yun was fast, he couldn't dodge the myriad fist shadows. He took several punches in a row and was sent flying.

Pfft!

He spat out a mouthful of fresh blood.

This scene shocked everyone. No one expected Zhao Yun to be defeated by an unknown illegitimate son of the Jiang Family.

Houtian Ninth Layer Realm.

Ji Lingxiao discerned Jiang Yunfan’s Cultivation. To have Houtian Ninth Layer Realm Cultivation at such a young age, even Jiang Beixuan was inferior to him. It seemed this boy had been hiding his strength all along.

Jiang Yunfan had saved face for the Ji Family. The more he looked at Jiang Yunfan as a son-in-law, the more pleasing he found him, and the anger in his heart completely vanished.

Jiang Yunfan looked at Zhao Yun and said, “You needed ten moves to defeat me, but I only needed one to defeat you.”

Killing the heart.

Pfft!

Zhao Yun was so angered that he spat blood. He glared at Jiang Yunfan resentfully, got up, and left in a huff. Jiang Yunfan had made him lose all face, and he vowed to avenge this humiliation.

Although Jiang Yunfan defeated Zhao Yun, Ji Yao still didn't think highly of him. In her eyes, the Prodigies of the Great Zhou Dynasty were not worth mentioning, far inferior to those from true noble families and Sect Disciples.

If she hadn't become a cripple, Jiang Yunfan would never have been qualified to become a matrilocal son-in-law of the Ji Family.

“The auspicious hour has arrived, new couple bow.”

Ji Lingxiao sat upright in the main seat.

“First bow to Heaven and Earth.”

“Second bow to the honored elders.”

“Husband and wife bow to each other.”

“The ceremony is complete, escort them to the bridal chamber.”

Throughout, Ji Yao remained expressionless, like an ice mountain.

[todays intelligence (orange): The Host marrying the daughter of fortune has gained Luck enhancement. Luck is divided into white, red, orange, green, cyan, gold, and purple. The Host’s Luck has transformed into cyan, and Luck has skyrocketed.]

cyan Luck.

As expected of a daughter of fortune, she truly brings prosperity to her husband.

Ji Yao was pushed away by a maid, and Jiang Yunfan followed.

Upon reaching the bridal chamber.

Jiang Yunfan sat down at the table, picked up the wine pot, poured himself a cup of wine, and drank it leisurely.

The maid Hong Luan reminded him, “Young Master-in-law, it’s time to drink the nuptial wine.”

Jiang Yunfan intended to have a good talk with Ji Yao. “You may withdraw! You are not needed here for now.”

Hong Luan said, “I must serve Young Miss.”

Ji Yao said, “Hong Luan, you may withdraw!”

“Yes, Young Miss.”

Hong Luan exited the room.

Ji Yao said coolly, “I know you didn’t willingly become a matrilocal son-in-law of the Ji Family. Since you have joined the Ji Family, you are now a Ji Family member, and I will not mistreat you.

Your Aptitude is good. I will teach you a Profound Rank Cultivation Technique. When the Immortal Ascension Assembly arrives, you can join an immortal Sect.

You may leave! You will sleep in the outer hall from now on and are not permitted to enter the inner hall without permission.”

How truly merciless.

Jiang Yunfan had long known this would be the outcome, so he wasn't surprised at all. Although Ji Yao had become a cripple and fallen to the mortal realm, she was ultimately a Phoenix. Even if she fell, her pride would not vanish.

It wouldn't be easy to win the heart of such a beauty.

He wisely left the inner hall and went to the outer hall.

Immediately, the maid Hong Luan entered the main hall. Under Ji Yao’s instructions, she made the bed for Jiang Yunfan. Jiang Yunfan sat cross-legged on the bed and Cultivated the Northern Darkness Profound Art.

The next day.

Jiang Yunfan stopped Cultivating. After a night of Cultivation, he had already comprehended the Northern Darkness Profound Art and completed the first layer.

The System sent three pieces of intelligence.

[todays intelligence (green): An Imperial Dragon Qi has been nurtured in the Great Zhou Imperial Mausoleum. The Imperial Dragon Qi is formed from the Fusion of the Dynasty’s Dragon Vein and the Dynasty’s Luck. Fusing with the Imperial Dragon Qi can enhance Luck and increase a century's worth of Cultivation.]

[todays intelligence (orange): The stable boy Lu Yun is a Child of Destiny. Although he comes from a poor background, he possesses great Luck. Obtaining an Opportunity will allow him to soar to great heights. The Child of Destiny and the daughter of fortune are destined to be together.]

[todays intelligence (red): Lu Yun carries a pure yang treasure jade. The pure yang treasure jade can ward off evil, prevent all illnesses, nourish the Physical Body, strengthen blood Qi, and empower the Soul. Within the pure yang treasure jade, there is also a remnant Soul of a powerful expert in slumber.]

Oh my!

Child of Destiny.

Jiang Yunfan was utterly shocked. A Child of Destiny was actually in the Ji Family? What kind of auspicious land was the Ji Family!

The stable boy is a Child of Destiny.

Then what was he?

A villain or a supporting character.

The Child of Destiny and the daughter of fortune are destined to be together.

What did that make him?

The third wheel?!

Pah!

I am the rightful one, he is the third wheel.

Pah! Pah!

If he's the third wheel, doesn't that mean I'm going to be cuckolded?

I absolutely cannot let this stable boy come into contact with Ji Yao.

Should I eliminate him now?

This guy has a powerful remnant Soul in his pure yang treasure jade. If I forcefully try to kill Lu Yun, with the Protagonist Halo protecting him, the powerful remnant Soul would surely awaken and save him.

If I can't kill him, I can only build a good relationship first. The Child of Destiny has boundless Luck and endless Opportunities. Since I have the intelligence System to obtain information, I can continuously seize Lu Yun's Opportunities. This guy is a Treasure Trove.

First, get the pure yang treasure jade from Lu Yun.

As for the Imperial Dragon Qi, it's not something he can covet right now.

The Great Zhou Imperial Mausoleum is the ancestral tomb of the Great Zhou Imperial Family, and it must be guarded by heavy troops and powerful experts. It won't be easy to enter the Imperial Mausoleum and seize the Imperial Dragon Qi; one would need at least Profound Connection Realm Cultivation and above.

Jiang Yunfan called out to the inner hall, “I’m going out for a bit, just letting you know.”

Ji Yao’s cold voice came from the inner hall, “You are free; no one will stop you from going wherever you wish.”

Jiang Yunfan walked out of the main hall and saw Hong Luan approaching with breakfast. He stepped forward and said, “Why are you only bringing food now? Give it to me!”

“Young Master-in-law, this is for Young Miss.”

Hong Luan bypassed Jiang Yunfan and entered the main hall.

Jiang Yunfan was speechless. It was prepared for her Young Miss, but nothing was prepared for him, the Young Master-in-law.

It seems being a matrilocal son-in-law isn't easy!

He had no status at all, not even assigned a maid.

Just then, a pure-looking girl approached, carrying breakfast.

“Greetings, Young Master-in-law.”

Jiang Yunfan nodded and left.

Qingyi quickly said, “Young Master-in-law, you haven’t had breakfast yet.”

Jiang Yunfan suddenly stopped. He turned around, “You mean this is prepared for me?”

Qingyi said, “My name is Qingyi. The Family Head sent me to serve Young Master-in-law.”

It seems yesterday’s battle earned me the attention of my father-in-law. Jiang Yunfan knew that as long as he had his father-in-law’s attention, his life in the Ji Family would be much easier.

Jiang Yunfan turned and entered the hall. After finishing breakfast, served by Qingyi, he left again.

After asking around, Jiang Yunfan found the location of the Stable. He headed to the Stable, intending to go to Ten Thousand Beast Mountain to find the thousand-year Spirit Medicine, purple bauhinia grass.

Ji Yao's legs couldn't move, which must mean her Meridians were damaged. purple bauhinia grass could repair Meridians. If he found purple bauhinia grass and helped Ji Yao recover her Meridians, she would surely fall in love with him.

Incidentally, he also wanted to see that Child of Destiny.

Soon, Jiang Yunfan arrived at the Stable.

There were hundreds of fine horses in the Stable.

A horse with a single horn on its head caught his attention.

“Jiaolin Horse.”

Although a Jiaolin Horse is a horse, it is a Yao Beast, extremely formidable, capable of traveling ten thousand li a day, far beyond what ordinary warhorses could achieve.

Jiang Yunfan walked towards the Jiaolin Horse, which was chained.

Suddenly, a voice called out, “Don’t get close to it.”

Jiang Yunfan looked over and saw a casually dressed young man running towards him.

Jiang Yunfan guessed that this person must be the stable boy Lu Yun, and his eyes instantly became fervent, as if he had seen countless Opportunities.