Martial arts have become extinct worldwide, yet I am forced to have a large family.

Just as Yang Xian was about to say something, Yun's gaze fell on him again.

"Yang Xian? Judging from your expression, you don't seem to agree?"

"I……"

"In that case, there's no need for us to cooperate anymore." Yun interrupted him directly, giving him no chance to explain. "Don't go near my daughter in the future either. Once the space opens again, you can leave on your own."

This……

Isn't this a blatant threat?

Yang Xian cursed inwardly.

This she-wolf looks noble and aloof, but her behavior is just like that of a bandit!

"No! Wait..."

Yang Xian blurted it out almost without thinking; he wanted to try and at least prevent things from escalating so quickly.

However, Yun didn't give him that chance at all.

"good!"

"Since you've agreed, then it's settled."

"Once we return to our tribe, I will make the necessary preparations for you."

"..."

Yang Xian opened his mouth, but couldn't utter a single word.

hateful!

Don't make decisions for me without my permission!

I just wanted you to wait a moment, I didn't say I agreed!

At this moment, Yang Xian inexplicably felt a sense of tragic grandeur, as if he had to sacrifice himself and travel to another world for the greater good of his country.

Just like princesses in ancient times who were sent to foreign lands for political marriages.

The first intermarriage between humans and the Boundary Wolves...

If this were recorded, it might become a timeless tale.

Just as Yang Xian was lost in thought, something soft yet firm gently wrapped around his wrist.

That's the tail of a maple tree.

The little wolf nuzzled its head against his arm with its furry cheek.

"Owner……"

"We...we're going to be partners from now on..."

Yang Xian's eye twitched slightly.

No!

You got into character way too fast!

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After passing through a dense forest, the view ahead suddenly opened up.

A settlement built in the valley came into view.

Unlike human-made structures, the houses here are more like giant tree hollows or caves that blend into nature.

Primitive and rustic.

From afar, the wolves roaming the valley noticed them.

"Look! The clan chief is back!"

When they saw Yang Xian following behind the clan leader, all the wolves cast strange glances at him.

"who is he?"

"Why would the chieftain bring back a stranger?"

Whispers spread among the wolves.

As soon as Yun's figure drew near, all the chatter instantly vanished.

All the wolves in the valley, regardless of size, lay prostrate on the ground to show their respect for the chieftain.

Yun walked to a high rock in the center of the valley, her icy blue eyes sweeping over her people.

"This is Yang Xian, from outside the city."

"He saved my daughter Feng and also got rid of the Thunder Bear leader who was entrenched on the top of the snow mountain for us."

"He is the benefactor of our 'Boundary Wolf' clan."

These words caused a stir among the entire wolf pack.

The wolves, who were lying prone on the ground, suddenly raised their heads, their eyes filled with shock.

"What? The Thunder Bear leader is dead?"

"Is that the Thunder Bear who seized the Sacred Lotus and drove us out of our home?"

"No wonder the clan chief brought him back personally!"

The wary gaze that had been fixed on them instantly turned into one of awe.

For the Boundary Wolf clan, the clear distinction between gratitude and resentment is an instinct ingrained in their very bones.

Lei Xiong was their mortal enemy, and Yang Xian killed Lei Xiong, so he was their most honored guest.

Yun ignored all of this and gave an order to a large, muscular gray wolf.

"Greyclaw, show your benefactor around and let him get acquainted with the tribe's environment."

"Yes, Chieftain!"

The giant wolf named Grayclaw immediately and respectfully agreed.

Yun then looked at Feng, her gaze softening considerably.

"Feng, come with me to meet the elders of the clan."

After saying that, she led Feng toward the huge cave at the deepest part of the basin.

------

Deep inside the cave.

"Chieftain!"

Several old wolves with slightly gray fur came out to greet them.

They are members of the Elder Council of the Boundary Wolves.

"Chieftain, you've returned." The First Elder's voice was aged yet powerful. "This must be your long-lost eldest daughter? Very good, very good! We've finally found her!"

Congratulations, Clan Chief!

"Welcome home, young master!"

The other elders also spoke up, their eyes filled with kindness.

"Feng greets all the elders," Yun gestured.

Feng nodded somewhat nervously to the old wolves. After all the wolves were seated...

Yun briefly recounted the story of Yang Xian and Feng to the elders.

Of course, she didn't mention anything about the collaboration.

Now is not the time.

After hearing this, the elders were all deeply moved and felt even more grateful to Yang Xian.

"So that's how it is. This Yang Xian has indeed done a great favor for our clan," the leading elder exclaimed.

"Yes, not only did they find the young master, they also avenged our blood feud."

"We should thank him properly."

"That's right! We, the Boundary Wolf Clan, never mistreat our benefactors."

Yun nodded, seemingly waiting for them to finish speaking.

Then, she dropped a bombshell.

"I've already thought of the greatest way to thank him."

"I plan to bring the two of them together."

"We're getting married tomorrow!"

The atmosphere inside the cave changed immediately after these words were spoken.

The joy on the faces of the elders froze completely.

"What?"

The First Elder was the first to react, and his tone became serious.

"No! Chieftain, please reconsider!"

"Our Realm Wolf clan has a noble bloodline, and since ancient times, there has never been a precedent of the 'Wang' clan intermarrying with an outsider! Moreover, the other party is a human!"

Another elder immediately echoed this sentiment.

"The Grand Elder is absolutely right! This matter concerns the purity of our clan's 'Wang' bloodline, and we must not be so hasty!"

"Chief, there are many ways to repay a debt of gratitude. We can give him wealth, status, or even appoint him as a guest elder of our clan. But a marriage alliance is absolutely out of the question!"

"Please, clan chief, rescind your order!"

Immediately, all the elders expressed strong opposition.

Yun's gaze swept over every elder present.

Those icy blue eyes were devoid of any emotion, yet they carried an undeniable air of authority.

She simply watched the elders quietly, and only spoke slowly after all the dissenting voices had ceased:

"I don't need to explain my decisions to you."

"When I'm looking for a son-in-law for my daughter, it's not a matter of whether I want to or not, but whether you agree or not."

"That's settled then!"