Concubines Lead to Strength: The Path to Immortality Begins with Taking a Spouse

Chapter 176: Chapter 153 Departure, Saint Heir? Our two sects have a tradition of intermarriage!_2

Atop the two fifth-grade Ruins Realm flying birds were two Deacons of the Gu Family from the seventh-grade Infinite Realm.

As for the others, there were five Deacons from the Void Refinement Realm, as well as some guards, most of whom were selected from the collateral lines of the Gu Family.

Gu Zhan stood at the front of the flying boat, frowning slightly, as he seemed somewhat dissatisfied.

“So many people are going?” Gu Changge couldn’t help but ask as he arrived at the Family Head’s side.

“Is that too many?”

“The main issue is you mentioned it was urgent; the Elders of the family couldn’t spare the time at the moment.”

“Nevertheless, having Senior Xue accompany us should be sufficient.”

Gu Zhan waved his hand dismissively, visibly discontented with the scale of his young master’s entourage on this trip.

“It’s just to join in the festivities; there’s no need to mobilize such a large group.”

“It’ll be just a few days, and we’ll be back.”

Gu Changge, on the other hand, felt this was already ample. After all, he wasn’t going to attack the Heavenly Cold Sect but was simply paying a visit, so there was no need to bring so many people.

“Right, this is what you asked for last time.”

Seeing that he had no objections, Gu Zhan no longer made a fuss and casually took out a space ring.

The space ring was exquisitely crafted, and its carvings clearly suited a woman’s style.

“It’s ready so soon?”

Gu Changge’s eyes lit up; the timing was perfect. Now he could leave the space ring with his wife when he visited the Heavenly Cold Sect.

Taking the space ring in hand and probing it with his divine sense, he discovered that the inner space was not small either, at least nearly a thousand cubic meters in size.

Although smaller than the one he was currently wearing, it was definitely sufficient for use.

Speaking of which, his own system space, with each breakthrough of a great realm, had increased tenfold in size, and now also had substantial space.

“Provided there are materials, crafting a space ring in half a month is enough.”

“As for the flying sword forged from those two materials, that will take some more time.”

“After all, to refine a flying sword, merely relying on those two types of materials is not enough; other suitable materials must be found to aid the process.”

Seeing his satisfaction, Gu Zhan also chuckled.

“The flying sword is not urgent; I don’t need it right now,” Gu Changge waved his hand.

“If the Family Head has no other instructions, I will set off a bit earlier.”

“Time is pressing, to avoid any delay.”

Having said that, under Gu Zhan’s watchful gaze and the respectful send-off of many people in front of the Gu Family Mansion, he finally stepped onto the small flying boat.

This small flying boat was much more spacious than the one used by the five Elders, and the cabin inside was fully equipped. Besides him entering the cabin, the others all waited outside.

Several Deacons jointly operated the flying boat, which was quite effortless.

One fifth-grade flying bird in front and one behind; they were both leading the way and serving as escorts.

Before long, the entourage from the Gu Family had already left the main city and was heading towards Wuzhou, where the Heavenly Cold Sect was located!

Not far into the journey, an old man with a blind eye appeared in the cabin.

It was Gu Changge who took the initiative to invite and express that it was all right for Senior Xue to share the flying boat; there was no need for him to hide in the dark.

The journey was smooth and unobstructed.

Whether it was the flying boat or the flying birds, they all bore the mark of the Gu Family.

Whenever they passed through a city under the control of the Gu Family, there would be people who would bow in salute from a distance. Anyone who could travel in such a manner was at least on the level of an Elder of the Gu Family.

But on a normal day, an Elder of the Gu Family wouldn’t make such a fuss, finding it more comfortable to come and go alone.

In the Northern Domain, naturally, no one dared to obstruct the passage of Gu Family’s forces.

Even upon reaching Wuzhou, with two seventh-grade Infinite Realm leading the way and the reputation of the Gu Family in the Northern Domain, naturally no one would foolishly step forward to cause trouble.

…

Three days flew by in the blink of an eye.

Although there was no grand reception for guests from all directions, the Heavenly Cold Sect still attached great importance to this grand ceremony.

Almost everyone in the sect, except those who had tasks outside, would be present on this day.

“Senior Sister, the Sect Master said you can start preparing.”

“It seems we have an honored guest arriving today.”

A Sky-controlling Realm junior sister came to the Heavenly Cold Pond and spoke softly.

“Understood.”

Liu Qingqing answered with her eyes still closed.

However, as her junior sister was about to leave, she suddenly asked, “Is my husband arriving?”

Hearing about an honored guest, could it be her husband?

Given her husband’s current standing, he indeed qualified as an honored guest.

“It’s not your Desirable Husband, Senior Sister.”

“It seems to be someone from the Eastern Domain who has come to our Heavenly Cold Sect seeking friends; I don’t know the specifics,” the Sky-controlling Realm junior sister replied truthfully.

“Oh…”

Upon hearing that it wasn’t her husband who had arrived, the brief flicker of joy on Liu Qingqing’s face immediately faded away.

Who cares about some honored guest, it had nothing to do with her.

She only cared about her husband.

After the junior sister had left, Liu Qingqing didn’t delay, with a casual wave of her hand she summoned the robe prepared for her by the pondside into her hands. She slowly stood up, allowing the icy Heavenly Cold Water to slide down her crystal-clear, snowy white skin.

This half-month baptism by the Heavenly Cold Water had achieved the necessary condition for her conversion to the Heavenly Cold Sect Saintess Cultivation Technique.

Once dressed, Liu Qingqing headed down the mountain.

“My husband should arrive today, right?”

“He certainly will.”

Thinking of her husband’s promises, Liu Qingqing dismissed the thought to ask once more about her husband’s whereabouts.

Soon enough, she had arrived at the great hall where the Sect Master resided. The disciples at the door naturally didn’t stop her, and no announcement was necessary.

As she entered the great hall and approached the interior, Liu Qingqing respectfully bowed to the seated Wan Shan Taoist: “Master.”

“There is no need for so much formality.”

“Not bad, after half a month’s baptism, the effect is even better than this old man had anticipated.”

“It seems that there will be no problem for you to convert to our Sect’s Saintess Cultivation Technique.”

The Wan Shan Taoist glanced at her, his eyes filled with gratification.

His disciple had not only become the Saintess with great efforts but also unexpectedly reached the level of an Acquired Spirit Body!

Her future was truly boundless!

While the two were speaking, a young man nearby was eyeing Liu Qingqing from time to time.

His gaze caused Liu Qingqing to frown slightly, feeling uncomfortable.

“I had almost forgotten to introduce him.”

“This young man, Xu Qing, is the Saint Heir of the Green Sun Sect from the Eastern Domain.”

“The Green Sun Sect and our Heavenly Cold Sect have been friendly for generations; you young people should also share and discuss cultivation experiences with each other.”

Wan Shan Taoist suddenly pointed to the young man standing aside, saying with a smile.

He turned to introduce his disciple to Xu Qing: “This disciple of mine…”

“No need for introduction, Senior. I have long heard of Fairy Liu’s extraordinary talent and stunning beauty. Seeing you today, it is indeed as renowned as one would expect!”

Xu Qing preemptively bowed and said.

“Flattery will get you nowhere,” replied Liu Qingqing emotionlessly and dismissively.

“It’s fine, you young people can chat for a while.”

“I have to go prepare for the ceremony.”

With that, Wan Shan Taoist left with his hands behind his back, leaving the two alone in the great hall, where the atmosphere suddenly turned silent.

Especially Liu Qingqing, who after her Master left, occasionally glanced at her Communication Jade Token, seemingly waiting for an important message, her gaze not returning to Xu Qing.

“Ah…” Xu Qing, however, suddenly sighed.

He looked at Liu Qingqing with a somewhat strange gaze.

This prompted her to frown and ask: “Why do you sigh, Daoist Fellow?”

After all, this was an honored guest as mentioned by the Master, and their Sect has had friendly relations with the Heavenly Cold Sect for generations. Even if reluctant, she had to converse a bit out of respect for her Master.

“It’s just a pity.”

“Could it be that Fairy Liu does not know about the multiple marriages between the Saintess and Saint Heir of our sects in the past?”

“The Cultivation Techniques of the Green Sun Sect and Heavenly Cold Sect complement each other perfectly, and if one could become Daoist Couples, it would greatly benefit both parties’ cultivation.”

“It’s just a pity that…”

“Fairy Liu is now married to Young Master Gu, truly a great regret.”

As Xu Qing spoke, he subtly revealed his mid-stage Ruins Realm cultivation aura, seemingly showing off on purpose.

“Being married to my husband is Liu Qingqing’s fortune of three lifetimes.”

“If Daoist Fellow continues to speak thus, I must excuse myself.”

Her face turned cold, and Liu Qingqing made to leave.

She was already reluctant to stay, there only out of politeness and respect for her Master’s word, and now this man dared to speak so poorly of her husband? How could marriage be considered a regret?

Without her husband, would she even be here today? Let alone the chances of the Acquired Dao Body and the Pristine Dao Foundation, even the position of Saintess might have been unattainable!

“I apologize, it may be that this one here, upon learning of a dear friend’s death, has become emotionally troubled and misspoke.”

“Please do not take offense, Fairy Liu.”

Seeing this, Xu Qing bowed with an apologetic look.

“Which fellow sect member does Daoist Fellow Xu refer to as a good friend?” Liu Qingqing paused in her steps.

“Prince Wang Yu of the Northern Domain Royal Family,” Xu Qing replied nonchalantly.

However, this name caused Liu Qingqing to be startled.

Although she had never asked her husband, she had guessed that Wang Yu had died at the hands of the Gu Family and that it probably had something to do with her husband, most likely related to herself.

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