314: Pure and simple

Wang Zixuan explained the whole story. Her original 'hero saves the beauty' plan had failed, and finally, out of helplessness, she told her mother the truth, and then said,

"Mother said she wanted to see you."

"Hmm..."

Xu Sanyan nodded slightly and followed her towards the Inner city.

The Inner city was enclosed by city walls, separated from the Outer City. Xu Sanyan saw traces of a Formation on the city walls, with complex and profound patterns carved upon them, covering the entire wall.

The Inner city was the true "Qianqiu City"; the Outer City was merely an appendage.

Guards were stationed at the city gate. Seeing Wang Zixuan, they bowed in greeting, showing her high status.

After entering the city, Xu Sanyan's gaze swept around. The streets of the Inner city were noticeably much cleaner, and there were very few people. He walked for a long time without seeing many individuals.

Although sparsely populated, the Inner city was very large, with residences lining both sides, one after another.

Wang Zixuan led him to a magnificent mansion and whispered, "This is the Wang Family's main residence. My father, first madam, and second madam all live here."

"Your father...?"

Xu Sanyan truly didn't know Wang Zixuan's identity, only thinking she was an ordinary Wang Family girl.

"My father is the Family Head, and my mother is Third Madam," Wang Zixuan explained.

"Tsk..."

Xu Sanyan clicked his tongue. He had even latched onto a high branch?

The group entered the courtyard. Directly ahead was an exquisite courtyard. Following the stone path, they walked inward, passing through the courtyard to see the main hall not far ahead.

Wang Zixuan did not take him to the main hall but continued along the long corridor further inside. Soon after, they arrived at an independent courtyard.

Xu Sanyan had truly broadened his horizons. Such a prominent aristocratic family was indeed extraordinary. Every building was meticulously crafted, far more elegant than the rough architecture of the Tongxin Demon Sect.

The two entered the courtyard, while the four behind them remained outside and did not follow in.

Xu Sanyan immediately saw the beautiful woman sitting by the stone table. She wore a luxurious purple robe, a gilded Phoenix crown on her head, and her high-held head naturally exuded an air of nobility.

The woman was also looking at him, her Phoenix eyes filled with deep serenity, as if she wanted to see through his purpose for coming to the Wang Family.

But she was destined to be disappointed. In truth, Xu Sanyan had no purpose; he just wanted to find a safe place to hide.

"Mother, this is Mr. Lin."

Wang Zixuan saw the atmosphere was a bit oppressive and quickly spoke to introduce the two.

Xu Sanyan smiled. Although this woman had an extraordinary temperament, he felt nothing in his heart, nor did he have any fear.

In terms of status, this woman was merely a madam of the Wang Family. How could she compare to him, the dignified Demon Sect Saint?

Although the Wang Family seemed to have considerable power, there was still some gap compared to the Central Continent Five Great Sects.

"Junior Lin Fan greets Madam," Xu Sanyan bowed.

Third Madam's expression gradually improved. Although this boy had deceived her daughter, her first impression of him was good: handsome in appearance, with remarkable talent, and his actions were neither humble nor arrogant, showing no signs of guilt or inferiority.

"Sit," Third Madam nodded slightly, then turned to her daughter and said, "Xuan'er, go pour tea."

"Yes." Wang Zixuan knew her mother wanted to send her away, to say something to Mr. Lin alone.

After she left, only the two of them remained in the courtyard. Third Madam stared at Xu Sanyan unblinkingly, not speaking.

Xu Sanyan returned her gaze without weakness. At such a time, one could not flinch. The more assertive you were, the less the other party would dare to be presumptuous.

"How old are you this year?" Third Madam's tone was casual, as if chatting with a Junior from her own family.

"I am sixty-seven," Xu Sanyan falsely reported himself to be over forty years older.

Third Madam's eyebrows twitched, and her tone barely concealed her surprise, "You're only in your sixties and already at the initial stage of Soul Refinement Realm?"

She understood very well the value of a Soul Refinement Realm at sixty. Comparing him to the disciples of the Wang Family, the most talented among them were only at Mystic Path Realm Perfection at his age.

And even then, they had an unlimited supply of Magic Treasures and Medicinal Pills, practiced only top-tier Cultivation Techniques and spells, and had Elders from the family personally guiding them to reach that Realm.

And this person...

Third Madam suppressed the shock in her heart, her face showing no emotion, "Truly remarkable. May I ask which immortal mountain you sought the Dao from?"

Xu Sanyan thought for a moment, then pulled out a gilded token from his embrace. It was the Guangyuan Sect token he had obtained earlier.

"Junior sought the Dao at Guangyuan Sect. Due to a dispute with a Sect Elder, I left the mountain in anger. While traveling the world, I happened to enter Luan Yun Mountain and was fortunate enough to meet Xuan'er, and gained the favor of your esteemed daughter."

Third Madam's eyelids twitched. She now felt uncomfortable from the bottom of her heart whenever she heard the words 'happened to'.

Too coincidental, so coincidental that her daughter almost ran off with someone else.

Xu Sanyan didn't notice and continued, "Xuan'er and I became acquainted and friends, with absolutely no ulterior motives. And before today, I did not know Xuan'er's identity, only thinking she was a Wang Family girl. I never thought she would be your daughter."

Third Madam said nothing, listening quietly, looking for flaws in his words.

She didn't recognize this gilded token, and besides, a token didn't prove anything.

Furthermore, she had never even heard of that Guangyuan Sect. It was probably just a small Sect. Could such a small Sect cultivate such a Prodigy?

This made her suspicious.

If what this young man said was true, he would indeed be a good match. A Soul Refinement Realm Cultivator in his sixties was rare in the world; even the Five Great Sects probably couldn't find many.

Although he was a bit older than her daughter, age was the least important thing in the cultivation world. Age didn't represent anything.

At this moment, Wang Zixuan personally walked over, holding a teacup. She was afraid her mother would make things difficult for her good Mr. Lin, so she quickly returned before the tea was even steeped.

"Mother, please drink your tea," Wang Zixuan said with a smile, her eyes full of flattery.

"Hmm," Third Madam nodded, then added, "With your cultivation, wouldn't it be a disservice to you to marry into my Wang Family?"

Soul Refining Realm cultivation was enough to establish a Sect anywhere. Moreover, this young man was still young. Would he truly be willing to stay in the Wang Family for a lifetime?

Xu Sanyan understood the meaning in her words and smiled, showing his teeth, "Heh heh, cultivating and seeking the Dao is the same everywhere. Besides, I am pure-hearted and desire little, devoted to seeking the Dao. Having a place to stay is enough."

Every word he spoke was true. Those women were like fleeting clouds to him, played with and forgotten, never lingering.

"Hmm."

Third Madam didn't know if she believed him, only letting out a nasal sound.

Wang Zixuan sat beside Xu Sanyan, intimately leaning against him, making Third Madam feel utterly helpless. She truly wanted to bring a mirror and let her see how worthless she looked.

Third Madam looked up at the sky. The last ray of sunset had fallen into the western mountains, so she stood up and said, "It's getting late. Get some rest early."

"Goodbye, Mother," Wang Zixuan waved happily.

Third Madam was stunned, seeing her daughter's expression...

Was she going to sleep with him tonight?

"You come with me!" Third Madam said, exasperated.

"Oh..." Wang Zixuan bit her lip, her face full of disappointment.

A maid in the corner led Xu Sanyan to a guest room to settle in.