A dozen days later, Ye Xuezhang returned to Cangxi City.
Upon entering the city, he overheard two pieces of news that piqued his interest.
The first was that the Jin family had been annihilated.
The second was that a strange phenomenon had occurred near Qingyu Mountain: mountains had collapsed, and rivers had changed course.
Rumors suggested that the destruction resulted from a duel between top-tier martial experts.
The news of the Jin family's demise didn't bother Ye Xuezhang much.
A second-rate martial family known for its misdeeds deserved its end.
The entire family, from top to bottom, had been full of villains. Their deaths were no loss to the world.
And as for Chen Xiaoxiao, her ingratitude and cruelty were unforgivable. She betrayed and harmed the Ye family despite their care for her when her parents were alive. Her fate was well-deserved.
In fact, Ye Xuezhang had considered dealing with the Jin family himself once he reached the peak of the Star River Realm.
However, the second piece of news gave him pause.
The presence of such formidable experts near Cangxi City was unsettling.
Could they have their eyes on him?
He resolved to remain even more discreet in the future.
The Ghost Valley Sword Technique had already made its mark on the martial world. A technique so extraordinary was bound to draw the attention of powerful figures.
With a sigh, Ye Xuezhang could only hope these experts weren't after him.
When he returned to the Ye residence, the servants hurriedly greeted him and took the gifts he had purchased for his wife.
Following him to the main hall, they announced his arrival.
"Young Master, you're back!"
Ye Xiaoyu entered the hall with a bright smile.
Ye Xuezhang nodded. "Yes, and I even managed to finalize the deal with the Wang family before leaving Taihua State."
"Where's my wife?"
"She should be in her room right now. Young Master, are all these gifts for her?"
"Yes, go call her over."
"Right away!" Ye Xiaoyu smiled sweetly and darted off.
Southern Garden.
"Old Witch," Qi Yixuan said, her tone thoughtful, "with so much upheaval in the Cangxi area—the destruction of the Seven Kills Gang and Zhao Tian Sect—I think it's time to establish a new sect here to consolidate control."
Hearing this, the Old Witch was moved to tears.
My Cult Leader! You finally remembered to handle some real business!
Elated, she replied, "Yes, Miss. I'll see to it immediately."
Qi Yixuan nodded. "Good. This way, we can openly protect my husband."
Pfft!
The Old Witch nearly spat out a mouthful of blood.
So it's still about your husband?!
Cult Leader, can you think of anything else for once?
Knock, knock.
A knock on the door interrupted her thoughts.
"Madam, the Young Master has returned," Ye Xiaoyu's gentle voice called from outside.
"Ah!" Qi Yixuan exclaimed in surprise.
"Xiaoyu, come help me dress quickly! I can't let my husband see me like this—I haven't even combed my hair today!"
Chaos ensued as everyone scrambled to prepare her.
Finally satisfied with her appearance, Qi Yixuan rushed to the main hall.
"Dear!"
Her face lit up with joy as she spotted Ye Xuezhang. Without hesitation, she threw herself into his arms.
"Husband, was your trip smooth? Did you encounter any danger? Were you cold or hungry?"
"And how did you return so quickly?"
Ye Xuezhang chuckled. "Dear, you've asked so many questions at once. Which should I answer first?"
Qi Yixuan's cheeks flushed red. "Then answer them one by one."
Reassured that Ye Xuezhang's trip had gone well, Qi Yixuan beamed with happiness.
"Husband, are you hungry? If you are, I'll cook for you right away."
"I ate on the way back."
"Come, let me show you the gifts I brought for you."
Ye Xuezhang began opening the boxes in the hall one by one, revealing high-quality powders, premium silk, finely crafted necklaces, jade hairpins, and bracelets.
Qi Yixuan's eyes glistened with emotion, and she felt tears welling up.
"Husband, you're far too good to me."
Ye Xuezhang laughed heartily. "You're my wife. Of course, I should treat you well."
Just then, Ye Xiaoyu entered the room, giggling. "Young Master, Madam, you truly are a match made in heaven. Both of you are so eager to give each other the best of everything."
"Whenever I go shopping with Madam, she never buys anything for herself. Everything she picks is for you."
"And now, Young Master, you're doing the same for her."
Ye Xuezhang pulled Qi Yixuan into his arms and, in front of Ye Xiaoyu, kissed her cheek.
"How about it? Jealous? Then go find yourself a husband," he teased.
Such public displays of affection were rare in this conservative world.
Even for a married couple, Ye Xuezhang's boldness was shocking.
Qi Yixuan gasped in surprise, her cheeks flushing bright red.
As for Ye Xiaoyu, she blushed deeply and quickly ran off.
After she left, Ye Xuezhang carefully took out the Eternal Youth Fruit.
"Dear, this fruit is a spiritual treasure. Consuming it will greatly benefit you."
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