An Unexpected Turn: Villain Becomes Dad

Chapter 116

Chapter 116

“What!?” The three elders were wide-eyed with astonishment. The head of the Feng family was a Soul Transformation realm cultivator, had cultivated for over a thousand years, and was a friend of the Sect Master. By calculation, she was considered an elder to the Holy Son.

Although surprised, they dared not speak further, even secretly admiring the Holy Son’s methods. The head of the Feng family was a renowned ice beauty in the Northern Spiritual Realm, unmatched in her youth, with countless suitors. Even after becoming a Soul Transformation realm cultivator, top powers had proposed becoming Dao companions with her, but all were coldly rejected.

There had been many rumors about Feng Yuwan in their generation: some said she had no interest in men, others that she looked down on all men in the Northern Spiritual Realm. But now, this cold and proud woman had agreed to marry the Holy Son! They couldn’t help but marvel at the Holy Son’s methods, capable of winning over a thousand-year-old Soul Transformation realm cultivator!

Just how would the Sect Master react, knowing her beloved disciple would marry her old friend?

“Elder Wei, hasn’t the Fourth Elder returned from the Falling Snow Mountains?” Yang Chen asked.

Xuanyuan Sect supported Feng Yuwan in seizing the position of the City Lord, officially led by the Holy Son and three peak Nascent Soul Realm elders, but the Fourth Elder had also been sent secretly. Moreover, the Fourth Elder was an ice attribute cultivator. However, even before they set off, the Fourth Elder had gone alone to the depths of the Falling Snow Mountains.

Elder Wei replied, “Holy Son, the Fourth Elder has always been eccentric. We need not worry about her. When we need her assistance, we can just send a message.”

“Hmm,” Yang Chen nodded slightly. The seven elders of Xuanyuan Sect were all Soul Transformation realm cultivators. It was said that the Fourth Elder had reached the mid-Soul Transformation realm. But she was likely not human but a demon. Rumor had it that the Fourth Elder’s surname was Hu and had gone deep into the Falling Snow Mountains.

Could she be from the Snow Fox clan?

After Elder Wei and the others left, Yan Jiu’s withered figure appeared in the room.

“Master!” Yan Jiu knelt on one knee. His strength was now very close to the Soul Transformation realm, his stealth ability undetectable by the peak Nascent Soul realm elders. However, facing Yang Chen, he had no intention of resisting, not just because of the soul-binding parasite he had ingested, but also due to Yang Chen’s current strength, which left him without a shred of defiance.

After all, a half-step Soul Transformation realm had been easily eradicated.

“Yan Jiu, you should be quite familiar with Central Continent, right? Have you heard of the Red Dragon Clan?” Yang Chen asked.

“The Red Dragon Clan?” Yan Jiu paused, then said, “Master, the Red Dragon Clan is considered a top-tier force in Central Continent. Central Continent is vast, a hundred times larger than the Northern Spiritual Realm, with extremely abundant spiritual energy. Only forces with Void Refinement realm cultivators can be considered top-tier there. If I remember correctly, the Red Dragon Clan should have a Void Refinement realm ancestor. However, there are many Soul Transformation realm cultivators, at least ten times more than in Xuanyuan Sect. In Central Continent, breaking through to the Soul Transformation realm is much easier.”

“A Void Refinement cultivator?” Yang Chen’s lips curved slightly. So, the Red Dragon Clan wasn’t as formidable as he thought. It seemed that Yu’er’s arrogance wasn’t well-founded!

Although the Northern Spiritual Realm hadn’t seen a Void Refinement cultivator for nearly ten thousand years, his beautiful master had recently reached that stage. Even if Yu’er brought the Void Refinement ancestor of the Red Dragon Clan, his father-in-law wouldn’t be intimidated.

If necessary, he could send both Yu’er and his Void Refinement ancestor away. After all, his master’s combat prowess was extraordinary. Yang Chen had asked Yan Jiu about the Red Dragon Clan because knowing one’s enemy was key to victory. He was not a brainless villain. Long Tianyu’s Providence Luck could be slowly harvested, but it must remain within his control. If it went beyond that, he would have to eliminate him to prevent future trouble.

Moreover, he did need to improve his own strength, considering that the heads of the major families in the Ice and Snow City were all Soul Transformation realm cultivators. Especially the head of the Lan family, Lan Qingshan, who was said to have reached the Third Stage of Soul Transformation realm.

For the next month, Yang Chen remained in seclusion. He spent three thousand points to advance his cultivation from the Eight stage of Nascent Soul realm to the Tenth stage.

In the great hall, dragon roars echoed as green and golden lights intertwined around Yang Chen. Within his soul palace, the Nine Colored Poria continued to nourish his soul with its radiant hues. The nine attributes of his soul made his spiritual power increasingly pure and powerful, even incorporating traces of thunder. Each additional color in the Nine Colored Poria represented a tribulation. Among all attributes, thunder was the most prominent. Having thunder within his soul was indeed a trump card, as the soul was most vulnerable to thunder.

“Holy Son, the head of the Feng family requests your presence in the Feng family hall for a discussion,” came Xu Qingxuan’s voice from outside.

Yang Chen exited the hall.

Xu Qingxuan had donned a snow robe, accentuating her tall and cool demeanor. However, her gaze towards Yang Chen always carried a hint of expectation and desire. Yang Chen noticed a faint blue light flickering in her eyes.

“Qingxuan, have you been cultivating the Feng family’s ancestral technique?”

Xu Qingxuan nodded slightly, “Yes, Holy Son. The family head sought me out recently and passed the technique to me.”

Yang Chen nodded. Xu Qingxuan’s mother was from the Feng family in Ice and Snow City, making her a member of the Feng family by extension. It was natural for the Feng family to pass their ancestral technique to her.

Xu Qingxuan then walked up to Yang Chen and wrapped her arms around his, causing his dragon blood to stir slightly. Yang Chen gave her a stern look. This girl had activated the dual cultivation technique, Dragon and Phoenix. She really didn’t miss any opportunity.

Xu Qingxuan’s eyes grew misty as she murmured, “Holy Son, this method is faster for cultivation!”

Yang Chen couldn’t help but flick her forehead, pushing her back a few steps.

“Your advancement is already fast enough! How long has it been since you reached the Tenth stage of Foundation Establishment realm?” Yang Chen sighed.

On the flying spirit boat, she often made physical contact with him, using the dual cultivation technique to rapidly advance her cultivation.

Xu Qingxuan rubbed her fair forehead, looking somewhat wistful.

She then asked, “Holy Son, I heard that you’re going to marry the head of the Feng family?”

“Hmm? It spread that quickly?” Yang Chen was a bit surprised but realized he had been in seclusion for a month.

Upon hearing his confirmation, Xu Qingxuan’s gaze turned a mix of resignation and curiosity. The Holy Son’s mind was truly hard to fathom. Not marrying Miss Qian Ning was one thing, but marrying her mother, a thousand-year-old Soul Transformation realm cultivator? Despite her youthful appearance and enchanting figure, she had lived for over a thousand years!

Why does the Holy Son always prefer older women? Sister Yuyan had cultivated for hundreds of years. The Empress Dowager, no, Sister Shirou had also cultivated for centuries. And now, the head of the Feng family, who had cultivated for a thousand years.

The Holy Son liked them all but paid no attention to a young beauty like her.

Sigh. Could it be that the Holy Son has a taste for mature charm?

Xu Qingxuan’s eyes widened in disbelief, quickly covering her cherry lips to prevent an outburst. This must be the Holy Son’s biggest secret!