176: Chapter 176 This is what a true winner in life is like.

Above the ruins of the Sword Dance Pavilion, it had now turned into the scene of a grand family banquet.

"Chener, why are you standing there in a daze? Come over here!"

Xu Changsheng sat in the seat of honor, holding his newborn eldest grandson Xu DaoLin in his arms, teasing him with a spirit fruit in his hand, laughing so hard his eyes were narrowed into slits.

"Come, come, come, sit next to Father! You are the greatest contributor today!"

"Yes, Husband, come and sit."

As the first wife, Su Qingge was currently sitting elegantly beside Ji Wushuang, holding her Dabao in her arms, smiling and beckoning to Xu Chen.

Beside her, Luo Hongyi, Bai Ningbing, and the others were also looking at him with smiles. Although their eyes carried a hint of resentment that said, 'You brought someone new back again,' there was mostly joy.

Especially Liu Hanyan and Xiao Yu.

These two 'newcomers' who had just entered the family were currently sitting at the end of the table with their protruding bellies, looking somewhat restrained. After all, they were new arrivals, and seeing this room full of beautiful women, it was inevitable they would feel a bit nervous.

Xu Chen took a deep breath, put on his signature gentle smile, and strode over.

He didn't sit down immediately but first walked over to Liu Hanyan and Xiao Yu's side.

"Why are you sitting so far away?"

Xu Chen stretched out his hands as if no one else was there, taking the hands of the two women in each of his, and said softly:

"Are you still not used to it?"

"No... no..."

Xiao Yu's face turned red, and she instinctively wanted to pull her hand back, but Xu Chen held it firmly, making her heart feel as sweet as honey.

"Don't be afraid, we're all family."

Xu Chen smiled, then led them straight to Su Qingge.

"Qingge, these are Hanyan and Xiao Yu, who just came back with me from the Dan Tower. They... are also pregnant."

Hearing this, Su Qingge didn't show any displeasure. She put down the child in her arms, stood up, and took the initiative to take the two women's hands, her smile as gentle as water:

"You've worked hard on the journey. Since you've entered the Xu Family, you are our sisters. If there's anything you don't understand in the future, feel free to ask me."

"Thank... thank you, Sister."

Liu Hanyan and Xiao Yu were overwhelmed by the favor and hurriedly bowed.

Seeing this scene, Xu Changsheng and Ji Wushuang nodded repeatedly.

A harmonious family prospers in everything.

For a top-tier power like the Xu Family, a peaceful harem was the greatest blessing.

"Alright, alright, no need for formalities! Let the feast begin! Let the feast begin!"

With a wave of Xu Changsheng's hand, the banquet officially began.

This meal was incredibly lively.

Xu Changsheng got tipsy and started bragging to several elders about his past romantic exploits; of course, he was eventually forced to stop under Ji Wushuang's murderous gaze.

The newborn children became the darlings of the entire venue.

Xu DaoLin (Primordial Chaos Dao Body) was a big eater, capable of drinking a whole bottle of Ten-Thousand-Year Stone Stalactite Milk right after birth, leaving the elders dumbfounded.

Xu Linger (Seven-Colored Luminous Heart) was the most well-behaved, neither crying nor fussing. She looked around curiously with her large, colorful eyes, smiling at whoever held her, melting Ji Wushuang's heart.

As for Xu Changge (Innate Sword Body)... this little guy was the biggest headache. Although wrapped in swaddling clothes, he would occasionally release a burst of sword qi, slicing the plates on the table in half, forcing Ye Qingwu to constantly suppress him with her Sword Intent.

"Hahaha! This kid will definitely be a troublemaker in the future!"

Xu Chen held his wine cup, watching this scene and laughing uncontrollably.

After several rounds of wine and many dishes.

The night grew deeper.

The banquet ended, and the guests and elders left one after another.

After sending the slightly tipsy Xu Changsheng back to his Bedchamber, Xu Chen strolled alone in the Imperial Palace garden.

The moonlight was like water, spilling over him and casting a long shadow.

"A winner in life..."

He whispered those words, a satisfied curve forming at the corners of his mouth.

When reading novels in the past, he always felt that those protagonists who abandoned their wives and children and severed their mortal ties just to become stronger were truly foolish.

What is the purpose of cultivating immortality?

Isn't it for longevity, for freedom and leisure, and to be able to protect the people one wants to protect?

If you can't even protect your wife and children, then what's the point of cultivating!

"Husband."

Just then, a soft voice came from behind him.

Xu Chen turned around.

He saw Su Qingge draped in a moon-white cloak, standing among the flowers, quietly watching him. The moonlight fell on her exquisite face, making her look exceptionally holy.

"Qingge? Why aren't you asleep yet?"

Xu Chen walked over, pulled her into his arms, and tightened the cloak around her.

"I saw you standing here in a daze by yourself and was worried, so I came to check on you."

Su Qingge leaned against his chest, listening to his steady heartbeat, and said softly:

"What are you thinking about?"

"I was thinking... what did I do to deserve marrying such wonderful wives like you?"

Xu Chen lowered his head and gave her a gentle kiss on the forehead.

"Smooth talker."

Su Qingge gave him a mock-reproachful look, but the smile in the corners of her eyes couldn't be hidden.

"By the way, Husband."

She seemed to remember something and took out a jade slip from her sleeve, handing it to Xu Chen.

"This is some intelligence we just received; it's about... that Soul Hall."

Upon hearing the words 'Soul Hall,' Xu Chen's originally soft gaze instantly became cold and sharp.

"Soul Hall? They still dare to come?"

"It's not an invasion, but there's movement."

Su Qingge said seriously:

"According to the scouts, after you destroyed Soul Fiend's branch at the Dan Tower, the Soul Hall headquarters seems to be enraged. I heard... they are in contact with that legendary 'Tian Sha List'."

"Tian Sha List?"

Xu Chen frowned.

He had heard this name before. It was the most mysterious and terrifying assassin organization in the Central Continent. It was said that as long as the price was right, they would even dare to kill a Saint King!

"It's look like those rats were hit hard and are looking for outside help."

Xu Chen sneered, and with a slight exertion of force in his hand, the jade slip instantly turned into powder.

"Let them come."

"Right now, I'm just looking for a place to test my sword."

Looking at her husband's domineering appearance, a flash of admiration passed through Su Qingge's eyes, but it was mostly worry.

"Husband, you still need to be careful. The one ranked first on the Tian Sha List... is said to have never failed."

"Don't worry."

Xu Chen patted the back of her hand, his eyes shining with confidence.

"No matter how strong an assassin is, in the face of absolute strength, they are just easy prey."

"Alright, let's not talk about these disappointing matters."

Xu Chen looked down into the water-like eyes of the beauty in his arms, and the last trace of killing intent in his heart turned into tender affection.

"Is Dabao asleep?"

"Yes, the wet nurse just coaxed him to sleep." Su Qingge nodded, her cheeks feeling slightly hot.

"What about Liuli and Qingwu?"

"They've been tired all day and have also gone to rest. I've arranged for people to take good care of them."

"I see..."

The smile on Xu Chen's lips gradually widened, and his hand, which was originally on Su Qingge's waist, tightened mischievously.

"So now... is there no one to disturb us?"

Su Qingge felt the burning heat emanating from him and understood his meaning perfectly. Her face turned as red as a ripe apple, but she didn't push him away. Instead, she buried her head even lower and said in a voice as faint as a mosquito's buzz:

"Husband... the moonlight is just right tonight..."

"I also... want to spend more time with you."

To Xu Chen, these words were more beautiful than any sweet talk.

"Since the moonlight is just right, let's not waste this beautiful night."

Xu Chen laughed heartily and picked Su Qingge up in a bridal carry.

"Let's go! Back to the room!"

"Husband! Not so loud... someone will hear..."

"So what if they hear? We are a legally married couple! It's perfectly natural for me to carry my wife!"

Under the moonlight.

Two figures leaned against each other, walking toward the Bedchamber.