552: Immortality is very lonely.

"Prince Duan, did you say the same things to my other sisters?" Ruan Xingzhu's voice was soft and sweet, making those who heard it feel numb all over.

"Oh, don't worry about that. There are only so many nice things to say. As long as they convey this Prince's sincerity, that's what matters, right?" Duan Zhengchun explained shamelessly.

"Hmph... I must have owed you in a past life. We only just met today, and you've already had your fill of me."

Duan Zhengchun's words were somewhat perfunctory, but she didn't dwell on them. As long as Duan Zhengchun didn't abandon her and treated her well, that was enough.

As for how many women he had, that depended entirely on his own capability.

"In any case, I am already yours. As long as you don't chase me away, I won't leave you." Ruan Xingzhu's voice was gentle yet firm, expressing her true feelings.

"Rest assured. Although this Prince is not a good person, I would never abandon my women after seducing them."

"Only incompetent and powerless trash would abandon their women after seducing them."

"However, this Prince will not do anything coercive. If someone is unwilling, this Prince will not force them."

"Now, this Prince will take you to the World Society to find your new sisters," Duan Zhengchun said with a smile.

"Hmph, Prince Duan, are you dissatisfied? You just finished and you're already thinking about finding other sisters." Ruan Xingzhu pinched Duan Zhengchun's waist with her small hand.

"Aiya, Madam, you wrong this Prince. I am doing this for the sake of the common people and for your own good."

"If I want to be with all my Madams forever, I must desperately strive to increase my strength and acquire resources. Only then can I obtain more resources for you all to Cultivate and improve your power, right?"

"I don't want you all to leave me because of Lifespan issues in the end. If that happens, living alone in this world would be far too lonely." Duan Zhengchun looked into the distance with a mournful and helpless expression.

Ruan Xingzhu hadn't expected Duan Zhengchun to think this way, and she was instantly overwhelmed with emotion. Her eyes reddened, and she leaned entirely into Duan Zhengchun's embrace, hugging him tightly.

"I'm sorry, Prince Duan. I didn't realize you were doing all this for us."

"I was just acting childishly earlier, Prince Duan. Why don't you hit me? That way, I'll feel better."

"Otherwise, I won't be able to live with myself."

"Hey, there's no need for that. This Prince naturally knows what you're thinking."

"None of this matters. All you need to do is bear many children for this Prince." Duan Zhengchun looked at Ruan Xingzhu with a mischievous smile.

"Aiya, Prince Duan, what are you saying? You're so naughty... But I like it."

"As long as Prince Duan has time, I will certainly cooperate fully with Prince Duan."

"I will strive to give birth to an heir for Prince Duan soon and help the Duan Family flourish." Ruan Xingzhu's pretty face was flushed, but she wore a happy smile.

"Haha... This Prince's capabilities are very strong. Actually, Madam, you are already pregnant." Duan Zhengchun laughed heartily, his voice shaking the surrounding area.

The leaves in the surrounding forest rustled because of his laughter, and instantly, the birds and beasts scattered.

"What? I... I'm already pregnant?" Ruan Xingzhu looked at Duan Zhengchun in astonishment, truly unable to understand how she could be pregnant already.

It was clearly her first time with him, and she had always guarded her purity and virginity until now.

How could she suddenly be pregnant? Could it be that she conceived the moment she was with Prince Duan? That was too outrageous, wasn't it?

It was simply beyond ridiculous—ridiculousness opening the door for its mother, reaching the height of absurdity.

"Of course. This Prince couldn't be mistaken about this. Otherwise, did you think this Prince would let you rest? This Prince has never encountered a beauty like you before."

"Naturally, I couldn't possibly let you go so easily." Duan Zhengchun wore a mischievous smile, his eyes scanning Ruan Xingzhu up and down.

"Aiya, Prince Duan, you are too naughty. I'm ignoring you now."

Ruan Xingzhu hadn't expected Duan Zhengchun to be so direct and bold. She was so shy she dared not look at him, instead leaning into Duan Zhengchun's arms and burying her head low.

She didn't dare look at Duan Zhengchun anymore.

"Haha... Let's go. I'll take you to the World Society to see if Tyrant, that old schemer, has agreed to this Prince's terms." Duan Zhengchun laughed heartily, wrapped an arm around Ruan Xingzhu's slender waist, and instantly vanished.

At the World Society, Tyrant looked at Bu Jingyun and Nie Feng, his expression cold, making it impossible to discern his mood.

"Master, The one surnamed Duan is too arrogant. It would be fine if he simply refused, but he insisted on making outrageous demands." Bu Jingyun spoke indignantly, listing Duan Zhengchun's faults.

"Oh? Feng'er, is that truly the case?" Tyrant looked coldly at Nie Feng, who was standing beside him.

Bu Jingyun had a cold personality; he was direct and didn't like playing tricks.

Sending him was merely to deal with unnecessary trouble; the core judgment still relied on Nie Feng. Nie Feng's personality was relatively steady.

It was a pity that Qin Shuang had taken people to search for the Clay Buddha; otherwise, Qin Shuang going would have been the most reliable option.

"Reporting to Master, Senior Brother Yun's account is not far off, but I don't think Prince Duan's request was entirely outrageous."

"However, I also feel that this request is somewhat impractical." Nie Feng's expression suggested he was hesitant to speak.

"Enough. Just say it." Tyrant lowered his gaze, already feeling a trace of displeasure.

What was wrong with these two? They weren't willing to speak clearly. Were they trying to whet this old man's appetite?

Or was it that the demand put forth by Duan Zhengchun was truly too outrageous, leaving both of them unsure how to respond?

"Yes, Master... Actually, Prince Duan didn't say much, only that if we wanted to form an Alliance, there was one condition: that Master marry off his daughter, You Ruo, to him."

"Only then would there be a chance for cooperation." Nie Feng had no choice but to state the condition Duan Zhengchun had proposed.

Even if the matter was true and Duan Zhengchun was willing, his Master might not agree.

Nie Feng didn't take the matter seriously, but Tyrant was different. Upon hearing the name You Ruo, Tyrant's perpetually placid expression finally changed.

Wen Chou Chou's expression also changed, and he quickly covered it with his fan, preventing others from noticing his reaction.

Yet, his eyes secretly glanced toward Chief Tyrant.

Sure enough, he saw the killing intent in Tyrant's eyes.

One must know that You Ruo was Tyrant's soft spot. In this World Society, besides Tyrant himself, only he knew of You Ruo's existence.

Unexpectedly, Prince Duan had such capabilities that he actually knew about You Ruo.

At this point... As soon as he thought of this, Wen Chou Chou immediately dropped to his knees with a thud.

"Chief, I've been wronged! This matter has nothing to do with me! I absolutely did not leak this information!"

Tyrant's face was gloomy, and his sharp eyes stared intently at Wen Chou Chou. Only after realizing Wen Chou Chou was not lying did he retract the pressure of the Heavenly Human Realm.

Wen Chou Chou's words caused a flash of realization in Nie Feng and Bu Jingyun's eyes, and the two couldn't help but exchange glances.

They both saw the surprise in the other's eyes. They had grown up in the World Society since childhood, yet they had no idea that their Master had a daughter named You Ruo.

Master truly hid things deeply, keeping it secret even from them.