Due to Jia Xingtian's intent to draw Zhou Yi to their side, plans were already forming.
Although nothing had been finalized yet, Nalan Yanran had been curious about Zhou Yi for a long time, often imagining what he might be like.
But she hadn't expected him to be this handsome.
Before her stood a young man who appeared no older than twenty. Yet his demeanor carried a maturity and poise that belied his age. His sword-like brows and starry eyes exuded a unique elegance, a transcendental aura.
Even Yao Ye's heart, usually unshaken, couldn't help but flutter wildly.
Not only was Zhou Yi strikingly handsome, but he was also at least a Dou Ancestor-level cultivator, and a recognized Grade Six Alchemist. With so many extraordinary titles surrounding him, he was the embodiment of every maiden's dream.
"Yao'er, didn't I tell you? Your great-grandfather doesn't lie!"
Jia Xingtian chuckled as he spoke.
Judging by Yao Ye's reaction, he could tell she was already enamored.
Of course, whether or not this union would succeed ultimately depended on Zhou Yi.
Still, he believed there wouldn't be much of a problem.
While Ya Fei was undeniably alluring, his great-granddaughter, Yao Ye, was not lacking in beauty or talent.
"Jia Xingtian intends to use beauty to ensnare Zhou Yi…"
Yun Shan glanced at Jia Xingtian and Yao Ye and immediately saw through their ploy.
He had originally been in seclusion, attempting to break through to the Dou Ancestor stage, instructing that no one disturb him unless it was of utmost importance.
However, upon hearing of a Dou Venerate appearing in the Jia Ma Empire—who was also at least a Grade Six Alchemist with an Eighth-Grade Alchemist subordinate—Yun Yun had informed him right away.
The news had compelled Yun Shan to emerge from his seclusion and personally attend today's event.
If he could secure Zhou Yi's guidance, his breakthrough to the Dou Ancestor stage might just become a reality.
Casting a glance at Yun Yun, who stood beside him, Yun Shan formed a plan of his own.
Beauty traps…
Heh!
If Jia Xingtian can use it, so can I!
"Wow! Master Zhou is so handsome!"
Lin Fei's beautiful face lit up with admiration as she gazed dreamily at Zhou Yi, who stood atop the head of the Amethyst Winged Lion King. Her gaze then turned to Ya Fei, filled with envy and jealousy.
If only it were me instead…
Gulp.
She could almost feel herself drooling.
"Hey, could you be a little more restrained?"
A cold, ethereal voice suddenly sounded beside her, causing Lin Fei to snap out of her daze.
The speaker was Xue Mei, Lin Fei's rival but close companion, also from Black Rock City.
Xue Mei's voice was as clear and cold as the sound of ice colliding on a snowy mountaintop. Though soft, it carried an innate sharpness.
Xue Mei's tall, slender figure radiated elegance. Her eyes were as pristine as a mountain spring, and her delicate features were complemented by her long, silver hair that cascaded to her waist. Dressed in a form-fitting silver robe, her appearance exuded an otherworldly, metallic allure that drew countless admiring glances.
Beside her, Lin Fei—while equally stunning—lacked that same ethereal charm.
Still, Xue Mei couldn't help but sigh inwardly as she stole another glance at Zhou Yi.
Master Zhou truly is handsome beyond compare…
Meanwhile, seated beside Yun Yun, Nalan Yanran's thoughts were consumed by a single notion.
Divorce.
I must sever ties with that useless Xiao Yan!
Her gaze locked onto Zhou Yi, the idea of divorce solidifying further.
She thought to herself, After the wedding concludes, I'll plead with Teacher Yun Yun to help me take action!
In the sky, atop the Amethyst Winged Lion King, Zhou Yi held Ya Fei's soft, fair hand.
Basking in the fervent gazes of countless admirers, he wore a satisfied smile.
As the lion descended, Zhou Yi led Ya Fei into the main hall. After a brief ceremonial exchange, Ya Fei was escorted into their bridal chamber.
Inside the bridal chamber, Ya Fei wore a vibrant red wedding robe that accentuated her enchanting curves. Her alluring figure, with its perfect balance of elegance and seduction, radiated a charm that could make any man lose his composure.
"Darling, I'm here!"
Zhou Yi chuckled as he stepped forward, lifting her veil to reveal her flushed, radiant face and captivating eyes brimming with joy and shyness.
"Husband…"
That single word, spoken softly, carried the weight of Ya Fei's overwhelming happiness.
Zhou Yi raised a cup of celebratory wine, downing it in one go. Tossing the cup aside, the sound of it shattering seemed to signal the start of an intense battle to come.
The next morning, as the sun reached its zenith, Zhou Yi emerged from the chamber, shaking his head in faint disappointment.
Alas, Ya Fei was far too fragile…
I barely exerted myself, and she already couldn't keep up.
Meanwhile, Yun Shan—having introduced himself to Zhou Yi the day before—had departed, knowing better than to raise sensitive topics like marriage so soon after the wedding.
However, he had made up his mind to convince Yun Yun of the proposal.
As Yun Yun led Nalan Yanran toward the Nalan family, intent on finalizing her disciple's divorce, her heart was in turmoil.
Her thoughts drifted to Zhou Yi—his charisma, strength, and unparalleled accomplishments.
Though the idea of marrying him felt too sudden, Yun Yun couldn't deny his allure.
What kind of woman wouldn't be moved by such a man?
When Yun Yun thought about what Yun Shan had said—about wanting her to marry Zhou Yi—her heart was in turmoil, and her thoughts were scattered.
Zhou Yi was handsome, strong, and seemed like the perfect man in every way. But it all felt too sudden.
She had only recently met Zhou Yi.
Moreover, Zhou Yi was already married to Ya Fei.
Though in the world of the strong, having multiple wives wasn't unusual, it still felt... complicated.
"Sigh..." Yun Yun sighed inwardly, unsure of what to do and unwilling to dwell on it.
Breaking off Nalan Yanran's engagement was already troublesome enough.
On the other side, Jia Xingtian was in high spirits as he left with Yao Ye and Yao Yue. Although he didn't say much, Zhou Yi had given both Yao Ye and Yao Yue a bottle of Dou Pills, indicating that Zhou Yi was also interested.
In a few days, after their honeymoon, he would take Yao Ye to visit again, and things should fall into place.
At the Nalan Family.
Old Master Nalan Jie greeted Yun Yun warmly.
Xiao Zhan, having heard the news, was equally enthusiastic.
Though Yun Yun felt a bit shy, thinking of Nalan Yanran, she finally asked Nalan Jie to send the others away, leaving only Xiao Zhan and his son. She then brought up the issue of breaking off the engagement.
Nalan Jie, valuing his reputation, didn't want to backtrack, but under the objections of Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran, Xiao Zhan stepped forward and agreed to dissolve the engagement.
Since Nalan Yanran didn't want to marry, keeping the engagement wouldn't be useful. With the engagement dissolved, everyone would be better off.
When Xiao Zhan spoke, Nalan Jie reluctantly agreed.
Xiao Yan, however, was still furious, glaring at Nalan Yanran with a twisted expression.
"You look down on me? Well, I look down on you too!"
"Miss Nalan," Xiao Yan's cold words cut through the tension, "Thirty years of the East, thirty years of the West. Don't think you can bully a poor young man!"
His sharp, disdainful voice made Nalan Yanran shiver. Her face turned pale with anger as she pointed at Xiao Yan and retorted:
"I heard your talent has recovered. Well, let's wait and see what you're like in thirty years!"
"Besides, what's wrong with me seeking freedom? Even if you become a Dou Emperor in thirty years, does that mean I have to like you and marry you?"
"Interesting!" Zhou Yi's lips curled into a smile as he watched the scene unfold, a hint of amusement in his eyes. How could he miss such a spectacle?
Though the scene diverged a bit from the original, Xiao Yan still spat out his resolute words.
However, Zhou Yi couldn't help but feel that Nalan Yanran's offhand remark might just become a reality in the future.
Xiao Yan might indeed become a Dou Emperor.
But without Yao Chen, Zhou Yi couldn't help but wonder whether Xiao Yan could still achieve that.
Zhou Yi's gaze turned toward the elderly white-haired man who had yet to leave.
"Ice Emperor Hai Bodong?" Zhou Yi instantly recognized the seal of Medusa Queen within the man's body, making his identity clear.
"Master Zhou recognizes me?" Hai Bodong was slightly surprised.
"I've heard of you," Zhou Yi casually waved his hand, and the seal placed by Medusa was instantly broken. A wave of life energy surged through him, restoring Hai Bodong's Dou Emperor cultivation.
"Ah!" Hai Bodong gasped in shock. The seal that had troubled him for years was undone so easily.
A Dou Ancestor expert... So terrifying.
At that moment, not many knew that Zhou Yi was a Dou Venerate, and Hai Bodong was no exception. He still thought Zhou Yi was merely a Dou Ancestor.
"Thank you, Master Zhou! If you ever need anything, just ask!" Hai Bodong quickly bowed in gratitude.
"It was nothing," Zhou Yi waved it off. With Ya Fei's relationship, helping Hai Bodong was the least he could do. Plus, it earned him a big favor, even if it wasn't immediately useful.
After sending Hai Bodong off, Zhou Yi made his way toward the bedroom.
In the bridal chamber, Ya Fei slowly opened her eyes, her legs feeling weak and unable to close together. Thinking back to the previous night, a shadow of melancholy and guilt crossed her gaze.
Failing to satisfy her husband was her greatest failure as a woman.
"It seems I'll need him to marry a few more times soon!" Ya Fei thought to herself, her resolve firm. She couldn't take it anymore.
She gently moved, feeling a cool sensation spread through her. When Zhou Yi had left earlier, he had carefully applied medicine to her wound, and now it had completely healed.
The cooling sensation made her cheeks flush instantly.
Though Zhou Yi had replaced the bedding before leaving, she felt the lingering effects of last night's indulgence.
"Ya Fei!" Zhou Yi pushed the door open and entered.
"Hubby..." Ya Fei was startled, hurriedly covering herself with the blanket. However, her overly obvious attempt to hide made her even more alluring.
Zhou Yi's gaze instantly ignited with desire.
Seeing his eyes, Ya Fei's heart skipped a beat. Did he still want more?
She trembled inside, unsure.
In the following days, Zhou Yi and Ya Fei lived their honeymoon phase, immersed in each other's company.
Soon, Zhou Yi realized that Ya Fei was pregnant.
Yet, he still visited the child from time to time.
About half a month later, Jia Xingtian brought Yao Ye to visit Zhou Yi. Zhou Yi was immediately taken by the tall, graceful, and youthful beauty of the princess. He quickly took a liking to her.
The two quickly agreed on a marriage date—still a month away.
Although it was unusual for a princess to marry so hastily, Jia Xingtian was worried about unforeseen complications, and Zhou Yi was eager to take the beauty as his.
Time could be shortened, if necessary.
Zhou Yi gifted Jia Xingtian a Boundary-Breaking Pill as a betrothal gift, a pill that could help Jia Xingtian reach Dou Ancestor rank. This left Jia Xingtian overjoyed, as his biggest wish had always been to reach Dou Ancestor.
Soon, news of Zhou Yi preparing to marry Yao Ye, the Crown Princess of the Jia Ma Empire, spread like wildfire. The entire empire, including the Snake-People Tribe of the Tager Desert, was shocked!
Three days later, when the news that Jia Xingtian had reached Dou Ancestor rank was confirmed, the entire empire trembled!
Jia Xingtian had broken through to Dou Ancestor... thanks to Zhou Yi!
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