111 The Mother-in-Law’s Conditions
Supreme Elder Yu had agreed to his relationship with Instructor Yu Xuan mainly because of his closeness to Long Ying.
Clan Head Yu Lu, understanding the Supreme Elder’s attitude, and with her older sister also favoring Yan Zhen, softened her stance and carefully reviewed his information, confirming his extraordinary talent.
After speaking with him face-to-face, the Clan Head Mother-in-Law was even more impressed.
She remembered him telling her older sister that he was confident he could reach the Demigod realm in the future…
Currently, the Yu family’s prestige relied solely on Supreme Elder Yu. Without a Mystic Venerable to bridge the gap, their position was somewhat awkward.
They weren’t quite a top-tier power, as their Clan Head and elders were only Mystic Ancestors. Yet, they weren’t just a first-rate power either, due to the presence of the Supreme Elder.
During the Jiā Lán Sacred Ground’s previous large-scale “Demon Subjugation” operation, they didn’t even know how to assign tasks to the Yu family.
Not just Demigod, but if Yan Zhen, their future son-in-law, could become “Venerable Yan,” the Yu family’s status wouldn’t be so awkward. And if he became “Supreme Elder Yan,” the Yu family would boast two Supreme Elders, significantly elevating their position within the Jiā Lán Sacred Ground.
The problem was, how could they convince such an outstanding talent to willingly become part of the Yu family and stay forever?
Clan Head Yu Lu had been pondering this for days. Before she could propose a solution, Yan Zhen had already anticipated her intentions and prompted her to speak.
Most prodigies focused solely on cultivation, lacking somewhat in social skills. Some were even emotionally stunted despite their high cultivation. Yet, this prospective son-in-law seemed exceptionally adept in all aspects.
Is this child really only sixteen?
“What kind of reason do you want?” The Clan Head Mother-in-Law continued to probe Yan Zhen’s attitude. “With your talent and potential, our Yu family naturally won’t treat you like an ordinary son-in-law. But the Yu family has its rules, and we cannot simply break them for you.”
She actually conceded? Yan Zhen was surprised. However, no matter how much she conceded, he wouldn’t marry into the Yu family. He was just playing along for now.
“Mother-in-law—uh, and Great Aunt, Younger Aunt, Aunt, Cousin—are all understanding people. I trust you won’t treat me unfairly. I’ll follow Mother-in-law’s arrangements without objection.”
—Say nice things first, stabilize them, prevent them from choosing another man for Instructor Yu Xuan. Wait until I’m strong enough, then reveal my identity, negotiate with Supreme Elder Yu, and marry Instructor Yu Xuan. She’ll definitely agree, being a fan of Beautiful Master.
—If that still doesn’t work, then I’ll have to become the Sacred Lord of the Jiā Lán Sacred Ground and forcibly take control of the Yu family.
The Yu family women were unaware of Yan Zhen’s schemes. The Clan Head Mother-in-Law, seeing his sincere attitude, was even more pleased, thinking that this child truly loved Xuan’er.
“It’s best that you think this way. Since that’s the case, I’ll be frank.” The indifference in the Clan Head Mother-in-law’s tone lessened slightly. “As long as you swear an oath to be loyal to the Yu family, we will cultivate you as an heir, providing all support except for our core techniques, including vast resources and connections. Furthermore, after you and Xuan’er are married and have children, you will be allowed to take concubines, but only from among the daughters of the Yu family.”
Allowing a son-in-law to take concubines was the highest form of treatment, and choosing from within the Yu family was basically offering him sisters. What man could refuse?
This not only showed their sincerity but also allowed them to further utilize Yan Zhen’s bloodline.
The Clan Head Mother-in-law’s calculations were even shrewder than Yan Zhen’s. Indeed, experience mattered. If Yan Zhen didn’t already have a small forest of his own, he might have been tempted.
Even the other four Yu women were surprised. Clan Head Yu Lu was willing to go to such lengths to keep Yan Zhen.
“Well…”
“If you don’t believe me, I can betroth Yu Die to you right now.”
Eh? Yan Zhen paused.
“Cousin Yu Die?”
Cousin Yu Die was also stunned, wondering how she suddenly got dragged into this. She was just here to watch the show.
The innocent cousin said weakly, “Clan Head, you must be joking with Cousin-in-law?”
The Clan Head Mother-in-law glanced coldly at the collateral branch cousin. “I’m not joking. As a member of the Yu family, you should be prepared to sacrifice for the family.”
“B-but…” Cousin Yu Die looked at Yan Zhen’s youthful face. Although handsome, they didn’t seem compatible. He felt more like a cousin-in-law or a younger brother. “I don’t want to be the third party, interfering in Cousin-in-law and Xuan’er’s relationship. I believe Xuan’er wouldn’t be happy either.”
“Xuan’er is not someone who disregards the bigger picture.”
“We don’t seem compatible, Cousin-in-law.” Cousin Yu Die looked aggrieved. “Isn’t Younger Aunt Yu Qing more suitable? She gets along very well with Cousin-in-law.”
Dean Yu Qing, who had been frowning, unwilling to let this brat have both sisters and wanting to defend Yu Die, was suddenly implicated. Her expression changed drastically. “You brat, what nonsense are you talking about! Who gets along well with him! I’m Xuan’er’s younger aunt! If you dare spout such nonsense again, I’ll tear your mouth apart!”
Cousin Yu Die shut her mouth meekly.
In the Inner Academy, she was ranked fourth on the Rising Star List, the leader of the first-rate society “Transformation.” But at home, she was nothing, just a pitiful little cousin.
Sob, sob, sob~
Grand Elder Yu Yan smiled and patted her head.
“Good Xiao Die. Little Yan Zhen will be a great figure in the future. Being his concubine is not shameful at all.”
Shui Bailan also smiled and persuaded, “Didn’t you say before, Xiao Die, that if the man chosen by the family could defeat you, you would agree to marry him? Judging by Yan Zhen’s progress, he’ll probably be able to defeat you within a year at most.”
Cousin Yu Die looked at Yan Zhen again, thinking about how he, at four-star Mystic Master, had defeated the four-star Mystic General Bai Ao. Her feelings became complicated.
“There must be someone more suitable for Cousin-in-law in the clan, right? To show our sincerity, the more influential the person, the better.”
Clan Head Yu Lu said coolly, “I was just using you as an example. No need to rush to refuse.”
Dean Yu Qing stood up unhappily. “Second Sister, isn’t this letting the boy off too easily? You don’t know, he actually has another fiancée, two ambiguous cousins, and two ambiguous senior sisters. He’s not devoted to Xuan’er at all, just a philandering playboy.”
Yan Zhen: “…”
“Shut up. This is my decision as the Clan Head, after careful consideration. You have no right to object.” The Clan Head Mother-in-law scolded. “Sit down.”
Dean Yu Qing sat back down resentfully.
Although he didn’t have any strange thoughts, being pushed around like this hurt Yan Zhen’s young and pure heart somewhat.
Moreover, the Clan Head Mother-in-Law’s intention was likely to tie him firmly to the Yu family. He couldn’t quite accept this purely benefit-driven union.
In the script, Yan Zhen’s marriage alliance with the Celestial God Clan Goddess, as the Jiā Lán Holy Son, also had some emotional foundation.
“Ahem, Mother-in-law, taking concubines isn’t necessary. Having Instructor Yu Xuan is enough for me.”
However, the Clan Head Mother-in-Law asked sharply, “Didn’t you just say you would follow my arrangements without objection?”
Ah, this… Yan Zhen was speechless.
He had spoken too confidently earlier and dug himself into a hole.
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