42: Madam

“Zhao Family Head, you should be aware of my current state. I’ve lost most of my Cultivation, and there’s no future for me in the Sect. Therefore, I wish to marry into the Zhao family and leave behind an heir. That way, my life won’t have been in vain. I hope the Zhao Family Head can grant my wish!”

“If the Zhao Family Head still has doubts, you can show this item to the Imperial Family. I believe they will recognize it.”

“Not at all, not at all. Since the young friend is so confident, I, Zhao, naturally believe this is real!”

“However, I heard there are many excellent female Disciples within the Xuan Yang Sect. Why does the young friend wish to become a live-in son-in-law in my Zhao family?” Zhao Yi pressed.

Chen Xuan had already prepared his excuse. He sighed, “Family Head, you may not know, but although I was a Core Disciple of the Xuan Yang Sect, my future is bleak due to the loss of my Cultivation. Those opportunistic women who used to flock around me have now started to slander and mock me! Alas!”

“The young friend’s experience is similar to my son’s; both are unfortunate souls!” Zhao Yi also offered comfort, simultaneously mentioning Zhao Tianming, who shared a similar experience with Chen Xuan, to gain Chen Xuan’s favor.

“I’ve also heard about your esteemed son’s situation. It’s a pity for such a talent!”

“However, Zhao Family Head, rest assured, I’m not coming to our Zhao family for nothing. Before losing my Cultivation, I was a third-grade Alchemist and a third-grade Talisman Master. Although I can’t refine or create now, my experience is still there, and I can guide your Zhao family’s Disciples.”

“Furthermore, even though my Spiritual Root is gone, there’s still a high probability that my descendants will possess good Spiritual Roots. It doesn’t matter if they’re not named Chen; as long as they are my descendants, that’s enough.”

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yi’s heart bloomed with joy. He didn’t even care if he was truly a Xuan Yang Sect Disciple anymore; as long as his claims about Alchemy and talisman crafting were true, he would have already made a huge profit.

Not to mention the potential talent of his descendants! Having such a live-in son-in-law would make them a hot commodity even in the Imperial Family, and now he was coming directly to his Zhao family!

Perhaps… in the future, his Zhao family could use this opportunity to rival the Imperial Family!

“Ahem, I still have one thing I don’t understand. Why did the young friend choose my Zhao family?” Zhao Yi still asked politely.

“This has to do with your son. He and I share the same fate. In my heart, I’ve long considered him a confidant, which is why I came to the Zhao family for refuge!”

Chen Xuan spoke the lines he had prepared. Although they were a bit far-fetched, they were enough to tip the scales in favor of the Zhao family.

“Since that’s the case, my Zhao family is willing to take you in, young friend. From now on, you are my Zhao family’s son-in-law!”

“Thank you, Family Head!” Chen Xuan secretly rejoiced. This Zhao Yi indeed couldn’t resist the immense benefits he brought.

However, Chen Xuan also knew that this was just the first step. Next, he would have to use some methods to completely gain the Zhao family’s trust before he could implement his plan.

“Oh, by the way, is my confidant, Zhao Tianming, in the Zhao family? I’ve wanted to meet him for a long time.”

“I’m truly sorry, he went out for Cultivation training, and I don’t know when he’ll be back.” When Zhao Tianming was mentioned, a trace of unnaturalness flashed across Zhao Yi’s face.

After all, the princess had already brought people to break off the engagement, and his Zhao family had lost all face in the entire Zhou Capital because of Zhao Tianming.

“Is that so? That’s a great pity,” Chen Xuan said. The Golden Winged Spirit Beast was very fast, so he naturally arrived at the Zhou Capital first.

Zhao Yi then exchanged a few more pleasantries with Chen Xuan and arranged for him to rest.

“Since young friend Chen is so resolute, then today I will have all the women of my Zhao family prepare, and tomorrow you can choose one to marry! From today onwards, you are my Zhao family’s son-in-law. I will arrange a separate courtyard for you, where you can Cultivate in peace.”

“Then I thank the Family Head.”

Thus, under Zhao Yi’s arrangement, Chen Xuan temporarily resided in a luxurious separate courtyard.

Zhao Yi, on the other hand, rushed back to his residence, first informing the members of the Zhao family to arrange their women, and then returning to his master bedroom to seek his first wife’s opinion.

…

A day passed in the blink of an eye.

The next day, led by Zhao Yi, Chen Xuan arrived at the most core residential area of the Zhao family.

This area was generally inhabited by the direct lineage of the Zhao family, not the collateral branches. Clearly, Zhao Yi intended for Chen Xuan to directly marry into the direct lineage, so that their Bloodline kinship would be even stronger.

After entering the room, Chen Xuan discovered that it was already filled with people, but they were all middle-aged men or old men.

Chen Xuan: “???”

As if noticing Chen Xuan’s confusion, Zhao Yi quickly stepped forward and introduced them one by one:

“Young friend, don’t be impatient. These are all the backbone of my Zhao family, the stewards and Elders of various departments. The ones you choose to marry today are all their children.”

“I see.” Chen Xuan nodded in understanding. If he was marrying their daughters, it was indeed appropriate for the fathers-in-law to be present.

Finally, Zhao Yi pointed to the main seat: “This is my humble wife, young friend, please get to know her too!”

Chen Xuan then shifted his gaze and saw a beautiful woman around thirty years old.

This beautiful woman had exquisite features, skin like congealed fat, eyebrows like distant mountains, eyes like autumn water, a delicate nose, moist red lips, and pearly white teeth. Her long black hair was coiled into a cloud bun, adorned with several exquisite jade hairpins, giving her an air of grace and nobility.

She wore a light purple long dress that trailed on the ground, with a waist so slender it could be spanned by a hand. Her figure was graceful, and her curves were enchanting, giving off an elegant aura.

Especially, the mature charm unique to a married woman emanating from her made one’s heart stir.

Huang Meihua reference (delete if infringing)

Chen Xuan was slightly stunned when he saw this beautiful woman, not expecting Zhao Yi’s wife to be so stunning.

He regained his composure and quickly cupped his hands in a respectful salute: “Chen Xuan greets Madam!”

The beautiful woman smiled slightly and said gracefully, “Young friend, there’s no need for formalities. Please, have a seat!”

Chen Xuan nodded and sat in the guest seat.

“Now, let’s call them all out. We shouldn’t keep young friend Chen waiting,” Zhao Yi’s first wife, Huang Meihua, said.

“No problem, Grand Elder, let them all come out!” Zhao Yi ordered.