The City’s Strongest Son-in-law

Upon learning he’d eaten a Fate Fruit, his reaction was almost identical to Baili Luoyuan’s—utter disbelief. However, by now, Wang Junyi had grown accustomed to Su Changfeng’s unconventional behavior; actions that might seem astonishing to outsiders were but trivial matters to Su Changfeng.

”What, is even a Fate Fruit unable to sway Sect Master Baili?” Su Changfeng spoke with a smile.

The moment she laid eyes on the Fate Fruit, matters of face and dignity were no longer considerations for Baili Luoyuan. It was completely irrelevant whether Su Changfeng saw her unfavorably; one Fate Fruit was more than sufficient.

”Sect Master Su, I agree to your terms. When shall we depart?” Baili Luoyuan responded.

Su Changfeng was not surprised by Baili Luoyuan’s answer; he understood well the preciousness of the Fate Fruit, such that even as the Sect Master of Qingluan Sect, she could not help but be tempted.

”Master, what’s up? Why are you going to Chenguang Hall?” Returning from Baili Luoyuan’s place, Wang Junyi asked curiously.

”There’s a very important matter to attend to.” Had he not been left with no choice, Su Changfeng wouldn’t have gone to Chenguang Hall. After much contemplation the previous night, he made his decision.

The White Jade Python returned heavily injured, which indicated that the Silver Flood Dragon in the Sourceless Forest had likely awoken. Given the White Jade Python’s strength, ordinary Exotic Beasts posed little threat to it.

Should the Silver Flood Dragon be awakened, it was a clear reminder to Su Changfeng that he could no longer avoid the issue. Sitting idle and awaiting doom wasn’t his style—he’d rather understand the situation thoroughly to devise a better solution to the problem.

In Baili Luoyuan’s room, when she shared the news of her trip to Chenguang Hall with Hua Qingyao, Hua Qingyao was taken aback. Going to Chenguang Hall was understandable, but the fact that she was going with Su Changfeng—what was going on?

”Sect Master, you and Sect Master Su don’t have any sort of relationship, do you?” Hua Qingyao asked cautiously. She had secretly admired Su Changfeng ever since she saw the illustrated book, dreaming about him constantly. Now, seeing Su Changfeng in person, she was further enamored. Naturally, if Baili Luoyuan got involved, Hua Qingyao wouldn’t be willing.

”What nonsense, how could there be anything between us?” Baili Luoyuan replied.

”If there’s nothing, why are you two heading to Chenguang Hall together?” Hua Qingyao frowned, continuing her inquiry.

”It’s probably due to the Sourceless Forest situation. He’s going to Chenguang Hall likely to consult the Secret Scriptures there, but he lacks understanding of various rumors and hopes I can provide clarifications.” Baili Luoyuan explained.

”The Sourceless Forest? Could it be that the Silver Flood Dragon really woke up?” Hua Qingyao asked worriedly, cognizant that the awakening of the Silver Flood Dragon would plunge the Tianyuan Continent back into chaos. She certainly didn’t want to see that happen.

Baili Luoyuan shook her head; the specifics remained unknown, as there wasn’t sufficient evidence yet. Perhaps a visit to Chenguang Hall would reveal more details.

Truth be told, Baili Luoyuan was curious about the matter too, so a trip to Chenguang Hall was hardly a hassle for her—especially with the bonus of receiving a Fate Fruit, a huge surprise.

”This trip to Chenguang Hall might help us unravel what’s really going on.” Baili Luoyuan said with a serious expression.

”Sect Master, if you’re willing to go with him, there must be other reasons, right? Be honest, do you like him too?” Hua Qingyao looked defensively at Baili Luoyuan; it seemed she regarded Baili Luoyuan as a rival.

”Indeed, there are other reasons that I can’t refuse. But it’s not as you’re imagining.” Baili Luoyuan replied helplessly.

Even now, she felt bewildered inside; Su Changfeng’s offer of a Fate Fruit as compensation struck her as incredible.

”What reason?” Hua Qingyao asked curiously.

Baili Luoyuan drew the Fate Fruit from her bosom and said, ”This is the compensation he offered me.”

”Fate... Fate Fruit!” Hua Qingyao stared in disbelief at the item in Baili Luoyuan’s hand, her mind going blank.

”That’s right, a Fate Fruit. He invited me to Chenguang Hall with this as compensation—do I really have a reason to refuse?” Reflecting on her initially resolute decision, she couldn’t help but smile wryly; upon seeing the Fate Fruit, all such resolve and face were forgotten.

Hua Qingyao’s breath quickened, regaining her composure only after a while, and she said, ”Sect Master, wasn’t it Su Changfeng who auctioned a Fate Fruit in Xinluo City back then?”

This treasure that brought countless experts running was astounding with just one. Little did they know, after auctioning one off, he still had another!

Baili Luoyuan took a deep breath, her voice full of awe, ”Who would’ve guessed? No one expected him to produce a second Fate Fruit.”

”Sect Master, do you think besides this one, he has any more?” In the past, Hua Qingyao wouldn’t dare entertain such wild thoughts, but now it was different. She felt that such occurrences around Su Changfeng were quite usual.

Baili Luoyuan smiled, somewhat bitterly; though such a scenario seemed outlandish, it wasn’t impossible, or how else could he so casually give away a Fate Fruit?

”For him to give away a Fate Fruit so easily, he probably has plenty.” Baili Luoyuan said.

”Sect Master, now that you have a Fate Fruit, does this mean you could become a Primordial Master?” Hua Qingyao asked.

Currently, Baili Luoyuan was only of Eighth Rank strength; in her view, achieving Primordial Master status with just one Fate Fruit might be impossible. Nevertheless, it presented an opportunity to attempt the realm she had never dared dream of before.

”Whether there’s a chance, I’m uncertain. But while I’m away, you must manage the sect’s disciples well—make sure no conflicts arise with the Changfeng Sect.” Baili Luoyuan instructed.

”Sect Master, rest assured, I won’t allow them to antagonize the Changfeng Sect. After all, that’s Sect Master Su’s territory.” Hua Qingyao said.

”Listen to you, always about Sect Master Su—do you really like him?” Baili Luoyuan said helplessly.

”Of course.” Hua Qingyao nodded candidly, the vivid image of him battling thirty experts from the Situ Family etched into her mind, leaving her unable to escape; her thoughts were filled with Su Changfeng, and she truly liked him.

”Sect Master, if you choose not to compete with me, I believe I can succeed.” Hua Qingyao said with a smile.

Were it any other man, Baili Luoyuan might believe Hua Qingyao could win him over. However, given that the subject was Su Changfeng, Baili Luoyuan worried that Hua Qingyao might end up getting hurt by love.

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