A life of leisure is worse than a life of flowers and splendour

The record on the Road of Trials had been broken, so naturally it had to be reported. By the time the two returned to the courtyard, the news had already spread throughout the sect, along with the rumor that Du Shuangshuang was supposedly the return of Du Wushuang. Another point was that during the final stage of the Road of Trials, the jade pendants covering Du Shuangshuang and Uncle Du had lost their effectiveness, even their shapeshifting skills had failed. This was the power of the Road of Trials: regardless of being human, demon, or monster, upon reaching this path, their true form would eventually be revealed.

The two brothers had been prepared for all this, having been briefed by their master, who had just assigned them the task of finding the younger sister. Naturally, they had also been briefed on their group's characteristics, but the person in charge was unaware. The sudden change startled him, but seeing the calm demeanor of the two men beside him, he understood. This was a deliberate cover-up, perhaps due to something unspeakable. He tactfully didn't pursue the matter further. Three more people now knew the two men's true identities, but everyone seemed to accept it well.

Upon hearing the news of Du Shuangshuang's record-breaking performance, everyone had different emotions. Some simply treated it as news, a group of strangers. Some were proud, others jealous. Some felt a surge of excitement was in store. These were the people who had visited the secret realm and knew that Du Shuangshuang and Chu Yue had once been a couple. Now, at this unique moment, Du Wushuang had returned and broken the sect's record. With such brilliance, they wondered what Master Yanfeng would do? Would he regret it? Some felt relieved. Master Yanfeng would surely regret missing out on such a brilliant person. He deserved it, what a scumbag! Others felt sorry for Master Yanfeng. Some were delighted, others angry.

Chu Yue's first reaction after receiving the message was surprise. He didn't expect that she would come back, and then he was angry. Why didn't she contact him after leaving the desert? Even now that she has returned to the sect, she still hasn't contacted him! She even broke the record of the sect's trial road. Does she think she is so great that she looks down on him? He can weigh the pros and cons and choose to give up on the other party, but he can't accept that the other party actually ignored him. Who will support her without power? Does she think that being a direct disciple of Xiaoyao Peak gives her the capital? Although Xuancheng Zhenjun herself cannot be offended, she sacrificed her marriage for the Chu family and the sect. They have to compensate her no matter how they find her. It's not too much to ask them not to give her a concubine she likes!

When the Chu family received the message, they felt guilty towards their descendants. Although the Chu family attached great importance to the inheritance of offspring, they had never done such a thing as arranged marriage. The main reason this time was that the other party gave too much!

Putting aside other considerations, the Chu family simply couldn't refuse a ten-thousand-year longevity fruit. The Chu family's ancestor was nearing the end of his lifespan, and with this longevity fruit, the Chu family could prosper for at least another two hundred years. If anyone could achieve a breakthrough to the Divine Transformation realm within those two hundred years, the Chu family's glory would continue. Two members of the Chu family were both potentially capable of achieving this, and with the combined efforts of the entire family, two hundred years would surely guarantee one of them a successful breakthrough. However, if they lost their current status, no matter how hard they worked, it would be difficult to obtain top-tier resources, and a breakthrough to the Divine Transformation realm would likely become a mere dream.

They were not unaware of the sacrifices made by their descendants, and even knew that the cultivator was still a furnace-cauldron physique. They felt it was a pity to miss out. Now that he was back, with the meat right in front of their mouths, how could they bear to refuse? Although it looked a little awkward, it was theirs once they had it in their mouths. They would give him some compensation later.

The sect directly rejected Chu Yue's request, but they wouldn't intervene. If both parties agreed, the sect wouldn't intervene. They had originally given the sect the spiritual plants they desperately needed, but they hadn't accepted them in vain. Not only did they provide the spiritual stones for the plants themselves, they also gave him a number of additional rewards. Even True Lord Jiubai himself had given him quite a few valuable gifts. The matter was tacitly accepted and passed on, with no one suffering a loss. After all, the marriage wasn't initiated by the sect; everyone simply took what they needed.

The sect master's emotions were complicated. After all, she was his most favored disciple, and he wanted to help, but he couldn't force her into becoming his concubine in the name of the sect. Of course, if she agreed, the sect would be happy, after all, it's best to keep the money within the family! However, the sect certainly wouldn't interfere in their private affairs. Just like Master Yanfeng's wedding ceremony, the sect simply lent the two families a venue and wasn't involved in the invitations or ceremony preparations. However, as Master Yanfeng's master, the sect master would also come forward to support his disciple and even organize the ceremony.

Just like now, Du Shuangshuang was invited to the main hall where the master of the main peak lived after the ceremony of Yanfeng Zhenren's marriage. The Chu family was waiting in the hall early.

Of course, Du Shuangshuang wouldn't come alone for something like this. She brought her master along, and notified True Monarch Luo Bing, who was staying at Dao Sect's Bishui Peak under the pretext of meeting a friend. True Monarch Luo Bing then brought True Monarch Zhijian and his disciple Su Yichen. True Monarch Shangshan, who had always been indifferent to everything, also came with his friend True Monarch Luo Bing. For a moment, the hall was abuzz with activity. Whether good or bad, there's always someone taking the lead.

Seeing this, Master Xuancheng was completely clueless. He had always known that the Sect Leader was calculating and scheming, and that the Sect needed someone like him. However, scheming against others was fine, but scheming against one's own Sect was not good! The Sect Leader's selfishness was growing, and everyone knew it. However, as a Sect Leader, he had indeed contributed greatly to the Sect, even sacrificing his own cultivation. As a Sect Leader, he was still very qualified, and that was precisely why everyone turned a blind eye to things that did not concern them.

As for this particular pairing ceremony, while his own disciples certainly needed to be present, as the sect leader, his name was on the invitation. While it didn't bear the sect's official seal, it somewhat represented the sect's stance. Who doesn't have disciples? Why would anyone invite every sect in the world to celebrate when their disciple pairs up? Other sects gave some respect, but many peak masters within their own sects didn't even show up. In reality, pairings in the world of cultivation are far less important than accepting disciples. Many pairings are simply a celebration among acquaintances. Those who can celebrate within the peak have to have caught the attention of the peak master, and if the master happens to be available, they could be in seclusion for years or even decades. Of course, there are also grand celebrations within the sect itself, usually hosted by important figures within the sect, such as the peak master, elders, and the sect leader, and those who enjoy a lively atmosphere. Many simply inform friends and family, perform a simple pairing ceremony, and secure the approval of the heavens, and call it a day.

This is the first time that two direct disciples have invited half of the immortal world to celebrate together!

"Haha, Sect Master, you're making such a big fuss. Are you in high spirits because of good things happening to you? Why are the Chu family members here too? There are so many people. Are you here to give me gifts after seeing that I have accepted a new disciple? Since you are so anxious, there is no need to wait until the disciple-taking ceremony. It is better to give it to me now than to wait for another day!" Master Xuancheng looked like a modest gentleman, but his words were spoken in a strange tone, even rudely.

"Haha, yes, I heard from down below that my nephew has broken the record for the fastest passing of the trial road in the history of the sect! I'm just anxious to meet him! Here, this is a meeting gift prepared by your uncle, please accept it." He took out a jade talisman as he spoke.

"When activated, this jade talisman can completely block the full force of a Nascent Soul cultivator and can be used three times." This gift is indeed a generous one! As the saying goes, you shouldn't hit someone who smiles at you. If someone gives you a gift in a friendly manner, how can you refuse it?

The head of the sect had already given a gift, and the Chu family followed suit. They hadn't expected to receive a gift upon arrival, and they hadn't prepared anything in advance. They had mostly given things they could use themselves, so the value of the gifts they received was quite high.

True Lord Luo Bing, True Lord Zhijian and True Lord Shangshan also sent gifts. It was only a matter of time anyway!

"Now that the gifts have been delivered and you have met the person, I will return with my disciples."

Seeing that the person was about to leave, the Chu family could no longer sit still, "Hey, Master, don't worry, it's like this..."

"Cough cough cough..." Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by a series of coughs from the sect leader.

"It's nothing, Junior Brother, take your nephew back!" The head of the sect was a little annoyed. He was annoyed that the Chu family was short-sighted. Didn't they see that there were people from Kunlun Sect? As the saying goes, family disgrace should not be made public. No matter how anxious you are, you have to wait until no one is around to discuss it behind closed doors. Besides, didn't you see what Master Xuancheng said? He didn't even call him Senior Brother. His attitude was so clear. He didn't want to offend this junior brother. He didn't want to get involved in this matter. Although it was his disciple's business, he was not made of clay. You can do whatever you want to him. If the junior brother didn't accept her as a disciple, she was just an inner disciple with a family to support. There were many ways to make her compromise. Now it was different. She had the junior brother to support her, and the people from Kunlun Sect were still watching covetously. If she was not careful, it would end badly.

Du Shuangshuang now saw the importance of her master. It was enough. As long as she was under the master's nose, there would be no problem in protecting herself!

True Lord Xuancheng took Du Shuangshuang away, and True Lord Luobing, True Lord Zhijian Su Yichen, and True Lord Shangshan who followed them all said goodbye and left.

Only the Chu family and the Sect Master were left in the hall. The Chu family member who had spoken earlier hurriedly said, "Sect Master, why didn't you tell them about the concubine? While there's still some friendship between the two of them, settle the matter as soon as possible. I heard from Yan Feng that there was also a kid from the Kunlun Sect who was bleeding for that girl. Don't let others take advantage of the opportunity and kidnap her!"

"What? No wonder people from Kunlun Sect want to get involved!" The sect leader lowered his brows and fell into deep thought. No one knew what he was thinking.

"Tell me all the information you know, and I'll consider it."

"I heard that the boy is the descendant of True Lord Luo Bing. He should be the kid who just followed here. He has mutated ice spirit roots and is extremely talented."

"Yes, Master. That's right, she's a disciple of the Kunlun Sect. We can't let outsiders have all the benefits. You don't know Yan Feng yet, but he's your direct disciple. He's very filial and thinks of you, his master, in everything he does. This marriage was only agreed to because he was willing to give us the spiritual plants that the sect desperately needs. He's also been thinking about that girl. Besides, they had agreed to get married when they returned, so who knew something like this would happen? In our family, we have the concept of a co-wife. If not, we can give her the status of a co-wife. If she doesn't want to, it would be a violation of the promise we made to each other. Besides, Yan Feng was trying to save someone, so they were already together."

This was a very convincing statement, and while the logic was a bit twisted, it still sounded quite reasonable. But the Sect Leader wasn't one to be trifled with. "You dare say this to me? Do you dare tell Master Xuancheng that? I certainly don't want the wealth to go to outsiders, but this is a difficult matter. You should go back first, or go talk to Master Xuancheng yourself."