42: Marry into the wife's family?

Yang Xinli looked at his departing younger brother, a worried expression on his Face, but in reality, his heart was blooming with joy; he just wanted to hug Yang Xinyu and give him a big kiss.

Yang Xinyu's action undoubtedly pushed Xu Sanyan into their camp, but of course, he couldn't say it like that, so he said with concern, “Brother Xu’s action, while satisfying, might have repercussions. You might not understand my Eldest Young Master; he…”

Yang Xinli's expression was hesitant, as if he felt it was inappropriate to speak ill of his Eldest Young Master behind his back, and he waited for Xu Sanyan to ask.

“What he does has nothing to do with me; I am here to work for Prince Rui.” Xu Sanyan did not take his bait.

Yang Xinli swallowed the words that were already at his mouth and could only say, “Brother Xu is absolutely right.”

Then he handed the letter back to Xu Sanyan, “Then I won’t disturb you. If Brother Xu is interested, you can come to my residence for a brief chat after meeting the Prince. Farewell.”

Xu Sanyan nodded, took the letter, and watched Yang Xinli leave.

Then he slapped a silver note on the counter, “Clean up the body.”

The shopkeeper tremblingly poked his head out, “Don’t worry, sir, leave it to me.”

Xu Sanyan returned to his room, sat cross-legged on the bed, and pondered silently.

The Eldest Young Master sent Wang Chengming and Yang Xinyu, probably to prevent other forces from contacting Xu Sanyan, but Wang Chengming acted on his own initiative and ended up making things worse.

The situation developing like this was probably not the Eldest Young Master’s intention.

However, Xu Sanyan did not regret it, nor was he worried about the Eldest Young Master’s retaliation; his own strength was his confidence!

As long as the cultivators behind Prince Rui did not appear, Xu Sanyan was invincible; he was not afraid even of Martial Artists at the Perfection of the Heavenly Human Realm.

Xu Sanyan opened the letter left by Yang Xinli to examine it. A moment later, with a flick of his finger, the letter turned into a pile of scraps on the ground.

The letter contained nothing more than polite pleasantries and the price they offered, all mundane items, in addition to one Ascension Spirit Pill provided monthly for his Cultivation.

Xu Sanyan was not interested; he always felt that this Ascension Spirit Pill was strange, and even if it were given to him for free, he wouldn't dare to take it.

Now two of the five forces had already arrived, and Prince Rui and the cultivators behind Prince Rui would likely not come, so only Yang Qizhu had not arrived yet.

This Yang Qizhu was Prince Rui’s second daughter, and also the exceptionally talented woman that General Bai Wuxia had mentioned earlier.

Speak of the devil, a knock came from outside the door, and a soft female voice said, “Young Master Xu, this young lady Yang Qizhu requests an audience.”

Xu Sanyan raised his eyebrows. She came personally?

“Please come in.”

The door pushed open, and a woman in a light red long dress stood gracefully.

The woman was tall, with a slender neck, her hands naturally clasped in front of her, wearing a pair of red-patterned long boots, and her Face was dignified, exuding an inherent tranquil aura.

Behind her followed two men, who appeared to be guards based on their attire.

Yang Qizhu said to the two men behind her, “You two wait outside.”

“Yes.”

Xu Sanyan asked curiously, “Miss Yang, as a dignified Princess, why would you personally come to see a rustic Martial Artist like me?”

Yang Qizhu smiled slightly, lifted the hem of her skirt, and sat on a nearby chair, “Young Master Xu is not an ordinary rustic Martial Artist, but a Heavenly Human Realm expert, of course, it’s worth my personal visit.”

Xu Sanyan scrutinized Yang Qizhu. The aura about this woman easily made people feel close to her; anyone who saw her would unconsciously develop a good impression.

But Xu Sanyan was different; he only wanted to sleep with her.

This was a different style from Tang Huanhuan, Xiu He, and the Chieftain's Wife.

Tang Huanhuan had a strong Jianghu aura, bold and generous. Xiu He was innocent and tender, while the Chieftain's Wife was like a ripe peach; each of the three had their own unique charm.

But Yang Qizhu possessed a noble aura, giving one a desire to conquer her.

Xu Sanyan never shied away from these thoughts; moreover, it is human nature to be attracted to beauty. Isn't it a man's instinct to have improper thoughts when seeing a beautiful woman?

Xu Sanyan’s gaze was aggressive, and the corner of his mouth curled up, “Miss Yang, why have you come so late at night?”

Yang Qizhu seemed not to notice the meaning in Xu Sanyan’s eyes, and her gaze was calm as she said, “Young Master Xu can just call me Qizhu. I presume my elder brother and younger brother have already sent people to see you, right?”

Xu Sanyan nodded in acknowledgment.

Yang Qizhu said, “Young Master Xu must already know that compared to the two of them, I have no military power, no support from officials, and only my mother’s clan and relatives behind me, making me the weakest.”

Xu Sanyan had already learned this information from General Bai Wuxia, and also knew that besides her mother’s clan, she had her master, who was also a Martial Artist of the Heavenly Human Realm.

He truly wondered on what basis she gained support.

“Begging your pardon, Prince Rui has many children; it seems you don’t have much of a chance.”

Generally speaking, unless all of Prince Rui’s sons died, it would likely not be her turn to inherit the throne.

Women are inherently at a disadvantage in this regard; there’s nothing that can be done about it.

Yang Qizhu naturally understood this principle, but things had come to this point; she couldn't not contend. If she pressed forward, there was still a sliver of a chance; if she gave up, only being at the mercy of others awaited her.

This was a path of no retreat.

Yang Qizhu smiled, a small dimple appearing on her cheek, “Young Master Xu is mistaken. Not to mention the previous dynasty, even in this dynasty, there have been empresses. If others can do it, why can’t I?”

Xu Sanyan shook his head inwardly. He hadn’t even succeeded in rebelling yet, and he was already coveting the throne?

“What can I gain?”

Xu Sanyan didn't care who ascended to the throne; he only valued what he could get his hands on.

Yang Qizhu did not answer directly, but instead asked, “Young Master Xu should know about the Cui Family in Xiang City, right?”

“I do.” That was indeed her mother’s clan behind her.

Yang Qizhu nodded slowly, “The Cui Family has a son named Cui Yousheng, who entered an immortal sect twelve years ago. The year before last, he sent a letter, expressing his intention to help me seize the throne.”

Cui Yousheng?

Xu Sanyan’s eyes flickered slightly, his heart filled with surprise. Someone from the Cui Family actually entered an immortal sect?

Presumably, the Cui Family was willing to stand behind Yang Qizhu because of this letter.

Xu Sanyan asked curiously, “If that’s the case, you only need to invite this person, and I presume no one else will be able to contend with you.”

Yang Qizhu smiled bitterly and shook her head, “How could I have such great Face? This person is my maternal uncle. It’s already rare for him to be willing to help me once out of respect for my mother, but my mother has passed away, and my uncle hasn’t returned for many years, so our feelings have long since faded.”

This is human nature. When the status gap between two people is too great, they might help you once out of past sentiment, but only once.

Xu Sanyan pondered silently for a moment, then said, “What do you mean by telling me all this?”

Yang Qizhu said in a low voice, “Along with the letter came some funding.”

Xu Sanyan’s eyes lit up, “Qizhu, please speak frankly.”

Yang Qizhu’s lips curved slightly. This Xu Sanyan was truly pragmatic; as soon as he heard she had treasures, his way of addressing her changed.

“This young lady can procure a Cultivation Technique and a Spirit Pill for Young Master. If Young Master is willing to become a live-in son-in-law of the Cui Family, the Cui Family is willing to help Young Master seek the Dao of Immortality.”

This was the price Yang Qizhu had discussed with the Head of the Cui Family before she came. In her opinion, this price was already very high, after all, it was an immortal Dao Cultivation Technique, the lifelong pursuit of countless Martial Artists.

Xu Sanyan couldn’t help but feel a little disappointed upon hearing this. He temporarily didn’t lack Cultivation Techniques, and as for Medicinal Pills, if it was an Ascension Spirit Pill, he needed it even less.

As for becoming a live-in son-in-law…

Xu Sanyan scrutinized Yang Qizhu, then forced a smile, “If it were you, I might consider it, but you don’t have the surname Cui.”

He temporarily didn’t lack Cultivation Techniques, and as for Medicinal Pills, if it was an Ascension Spirit Pill, he needed it even less.

Yang Qizhu’s expression froze for a moment, then instantly returned to normal, “The Cui Family has a daughter whose figure and appearance are both superior to mine. Would Young Master Xu like to meet her first?”

Xu Sanyan shook his head. This Cui Family was truly taking a different approach. Others tried to tempt him with high official positions, generous salaries, or Medicinal Pills, but only the Cui Family coveted his body.