When my vicious stepmother mistakenly married me to the Immortal Lord

So, Chu Jinghong ordered someone to call Xie Yunni's sparring partner.

Soon, eight burly and calm martial artists arrived at the main courtyard.

They first saluted Chu Jinghong and Xie Changyan, then stood aside, waiting for Chu Jinghong's instructions.

Chu Jinghong pointed at Jiang Song and said to the martial artists, "You can spar with her. Remember, stop when you're ready and don't hurt anyone."

Upon hearing this, the martial artists all looked at Jiang Song, with a hint of surprise in their eyes.

They have been guiding the young lady in sword training these days, and they know that she has created a set of sword techniques called "Dawn Flowing Clouds".

Although the moves were novel and pleasing to the eye, they still had doubts as to whether they would be effective in actual combat.

However, since it was the mistress's order, they should do their best to test the sword and protect the person.

Then, one of the martial artists stepped out first, clasped his fists towards Jiang Song and said, "Young Madam, please teach me."

Jiang Song also clasped his fists in return, "Please."

As soon as he finished speaking, the martial artist moved and pounced towards Jiang Song like a tiger descending from the mountain.

His punch was powerful and made a sharp sound, obviously trying to test Jiang Song's strength.

However, facing this swift attack, Jiang Song remained calm.

She dodged the martial artist's attack with a light movement, and at the same time, she swung her sword back and stabbed the opponent's waist and ribs.

The martial artist was shocked because he didn't expect Jiang Song's reaction to be so quick and his attack to be so sharp.

He quickly retracted his fist to defend himself, but it was too late.

With a slight "swish" sound, the tip of Jiang Song's sword had already cut through his clothes, leaving a shallow scar on his waist.

"Thank you." Jiang Song sheathed his sword and said calmly.

The martial artist touched his nose awkwardly and stepped back.

Upon seeing this, the other martial artists looked at each other, a hint of solemnity flashing in their eyes.

The young lady's condition today is completely different from when she was practicing swordsmanship those days, as if she has become a different person.

His agility in movement and exquisite swordsmanship were so elusive that even these martial artists who had been immersed in martial arts for many years found it difficult to grasp.

For a moment, everyone was filled with awe and no longer dared to underestimate him.

After a few rounds, Jiang Song's sword speed and angle were extremely tricky. Every time he attacked, he would just fit in the gap of his opponent's attack, making it impossible to defend against him.

Her swordsmanship was as flexible and changeable as flowing water, sometimes gentle and lingering, sometimes surging, dissolving the opponent's attacks one by one into nothingness.

Although the martial artists showed their strengths, whether with fists, swords, sticks or halberds, none of them could touch Jiang Song at all, and were subdued by her one by one.

Soon, eight martial artists took turns to fight, but none of them could gain the upper hand over Jiang Song.

You have to know that although they are just sparring partners, each of them is battle-hardened and is a master hired by the Xie family at a huge expense. Ordinary people can hardly match them.

Chu Jinghong looked at this scene, and the surprise in his eyes became more and more intense.

She originally just wanted to see Jiang Song make a fool of herself and dampen her enthusiasm, but she didn't expect that it would allow her to show off her skills instead.

"It seems you really have some skills." Chu Jinghong glanced at Jiang Song deeply, then looked at Xie Changyan, "Yan'er, did you help her cheat, letting the martial artists deliberately let her win?"

At this moment, Xie Changyan was also slightly surprised by Jiang Song's performance. A faint smile appeared on his face. "Mother, you worry too much. I don't want to do that."

There was a hint of pride in his tone, as if to say that his wife certainly had her strengths.

Chu Jinghong snorted lightly when he heard this, but the doubt in his eyes had obviously weakened.

She had to admit that this daughter-in-law, who was born a concubine, was indeed quite capable.

If it was really as Yan'er said, it was the Jiang family who didn't know the value of a pearl and had secretly thrown it here. Perhaps, she could really impress the Xie family and make the Jiang family regret it.

That's quite interesting.

Chu Jinghong thought to himself, but his face still maintained that arrogance and indifference.

"Alright, that's all for today." She waved her hand, signaling the martial artists to withdraw. "Jiang Song, since you have such ambition, my Xie family will naturally not hinder your pursuit of progress."

"However, don't become complacent just because of a temporary victory. Fengwu Academy is full of hidden talents. Don't underestimate the heroes of the world."

Jiang Song heard the warning in Chu Jinghong's words, "Song'er understands. You must guard against arrogance and impatience and continue to work hard."

"Well, serve me tea!" Chu Jinghong sat upright in front of the hall, his expression slightly relaxed.

"Mother, please have some tea." Jiang Song took the teacup handed to him by the maid, walked forward lightly, and served a cup to Chu Jinghong, his manners showing gentleness and propriety.

Chu Jinghong took the teacup and took a sip. "Today, I will temporarily acknowledge you as my daughter-in-law, but remember that everything you say and do must be kept in mind. If you make any mistakes in the future, my Xie family will never forgive you."

Jiang Song lowered his eyelids, "My daughter-in-law will follow my mother's teachings and do her best to live up to the Xie family and Changyan."

After hearing this, Chu Jinghong nodded slightly, and the sternness in his eyes eased a little. "Alright, you can all leave. Yan'er, you must take care of yourself and don't make Empress Wei worry."

"Yes, mother." Xie Changyan replied, then took Jiang Song's hand and bowed and left together.

Walking out of the main courtyard, Jiang Song let out a sigh, "Husband, thank you for helping me out today."

Xie Changyan gently let go of her hand, his face once again filled with indifference. "Don't overthink it. I just feel sorry for you because you have nowhere to turn to. And you do have some outstanding qualities that shouldn't be buried."

"I understand, my husband." Although Jiang Song felt a little disappointed, he soon felt relieved. "No matter what, Song'er will remember what happened today."

To her, the Xie family is her employer, her benefactor, and also a stepping stone for her to prove herself and gain a foothold in the world.

The Xie family married her only to use her as a tool to serve and accompany Xie Changyan. Oh, and after today, there's one more person: a pawn to suppress the Jiang family.

Jiang Song's heart was as clear as a mirror, so she would no longer worry about the Xie family's attitude towards her, nor would she think about developing any unnecessary feelings for Xie Changyan.

When one day she is truly self-reliant, the sky will be high for birds to fly and the sea will be wide for fish to jump!

Of course, before that, she would also shoulder and resolve all the wishes and hatred that the original owner had carried.

Jiang Song smiled and said, "My dear, I want to go out of the house tomorrow to relax and buy some daily necessities. Is that possible?"

"It's up to you, but it's different outside than in the mansion, so be careful." Xie Changyan responded in a very light voice.

"Thank you for your consideration, my husband. I will be careful." Jiang Song bowed slightly, having made a plan in mind.

After staying in Xie's house for so many days, I finally had the opportunity to go out freely for the first time.

She had to purchase some resources needed for cultivation, so that she wouldn't be short of money for even basic cultivation.

After Jiang Song left, Xie Changyan said to Xie Ankang beside him, "Follow the young lady secretly."

"Master, why is this happening?" Xie Ankang was puzzled.

"Ankang, no wonder you're not popular with women. You're so unromantic." Xie Ruyi said with a teasing smile, "Young Master is worried about the safety of the young mistress, and is also worried that she won't feel comfortable shopping."

"Stop talking too much." Xie Changyan scolded Xie Ruyi lightly and left lightly.

*

The next day, in an inconspicuous teahouse in the northwest corner outside the Xie Mansion, a waiter saw Jiang Song and his servant leaving the gate of the Xie Mansion.

He then reported the news to a man in gray clothes in the attic, whose face was hidden under a hat.

The gray-clothed man whispered, "Have the brothers keep a secret watch. If that girl leaves the city, find an opportunity to kill her. Make sure it's done cleanly and without leaving any trace."

"Understood, big brother." The teahouse waiter quickly responded, turned around and disappeared into the crowd.