I've announced that I'm destined to have many children, and my father has bestowed upon me

That clear, cool female voice seemed to possess a kind of magic that could penetrate people's hearts. Although it wasn't loud, it clearly reached the ears of everyone in the side hall.

The sly smile on Zhao Chen'an's face vanished instantly, but a surge of joy welled up inside him.

They've taken the bait!

He forcibly suppressed his inner excitement, slowly turned around, and pretended to be both surprised and delighted.

A woman dressed in a moon-white long dress was standing there, seemingly out of nowhere.

She was slender and graceful, with long, flowing black hair, and her face was veiled by a thin layer of mist.

Although it was hard to see clearly, its otherworldly and ethereal aura made the entire side hall pale in comparison.

Li Qingluan and Liu Ruoshuang held their breath instantly, their hearts pounding.

The person who arrived was none other than Xiao Chuchu's master, the terrifying being from another realm, Mo Yuqing!

Xiao Chuchu exclaimed in surprise.

"Master!"

Mo Yuqing nodded slightly to her disciple, and then her eyes, which seemed to contain the stars and the sea, fell on Zhao Chen'an.

Zhao Chen'an quickly composed himself, pretending to be flattered and somewhat apprehensive, and respectfully bowed to Mo Yuqing.

"Junior Zhao Chen'an greets Fairy Master."

His address of "Fairy Master" came out so naturally, as if he had already acknowledged his relationship with Xiao Chuchu and also settled his seniority in the process.

Then, he asked in a tone that was filled with extreme longing and a hint of uncertainty.

"Fairy Master, can I...can I also join the Hunyuan Sect?"

Upon hearing this, both Li Qingluan and Liu Ruoshuang felt their hearts leap into their throats.

That's the Hunyuan Sect, one of the 108 superior sects!

It is a behemoth that can stand on equal footing with the Holy Dynasty!

If my husband could join them, let alone the mere Great Xia Dynasty, even the Celestial Empire would have to think twice before attacking!

Mo Yuqing looked at him quietly without answering immediately.

The invisible pressure made the air in the side hall feel thick and sticky.

After a long while, she slowly spoke, her voice still cold and clear.

"You weren't qualified before."

One sentence made the girls' hopes, which had just been rekindled, sink.

But then, Mo Yuqing changed the subject.

"But now you are qualified."

Zhao Chen'an felt relieved, but his face revealed a look of ecstasy at just the right moment.

Mo Yuqing continued, "My Hunyuan Sect ranks among the 108 superior sects, but the number of disciples in our sect is the smallest among all the superior sects."

"We never rely on recruiting many disciples to enhance our prestige. Our sect follows the path of elites. Everyone who can join the Hunyuan Sect must be a genius among geniuses, a prodigy among prodigies."

Her words carried an absolute confidence and pride that came from a top-tier sect.

"Logically speaking, you are only now preparing to open the sea of ​​suffering. Even with your immortal body, you still do not meet the entry requirements of my Hunyuan Sect."

Hearing this, Xiao Chuchu became a little anxious and was about to speak up for her husband.

Mo Yuqing waved his hand and continued, "But there are always exceptions."

"The Great Dao Body of Returning to the Origin, where all laws return to their origin, encompassing all paths. This physique, throughout the entire world, is most perfectly suited to the fundamental law of my Hunyuan Sect, the 'Five Laws of Hunyuan,' without exception!"

"Our sect once established a precept: if we encounter a cultivator with the Great Dao Body of Returning to Origin in the outside world, regardless of their cultivation level or character, we must do everything in our power to recruit them back to the sect!"

boom!

These words struck Li Qingluan and Liu Ruoshuang like a thunderclap.

They were completely stunned.

The Returning to Origin Dao Body... is it a perfect match for the Hunyuan Sect?!

What a perfect match made in heaven!

Liu Ruoshuang's mind was in turmoil.

This is no longer a simple apprenticeship; this is a "chosen one" delivered right to their doorstep! The Hunyuan Sect simply cannot refuse!

Xiao Chuchu covered her mouth, her face filled with disbelief, followed by boundless joy.

Very good!

That way, my husband can return to the sect with me!

Seeing the three women's excited expressions, Zhao Chen'an remained unusually calm. He suppressed his joy and pressed his advantage by continuing to ask questions.

"Thank you for your high regard, Fairy Master! However... I wonder if my wives' talents are sufficient for them to join the sect together?"

Upon hearing this, Li Qingluan and Liu Ruoshuang's hearts skipped a beat, and they both turned to look at Mo Yuqing, both nervous and expectant.

Mo Yuqing's gaze swept over the three women indifferently.

When she saw Liu Ruoshuang, her gaze paused for a moment, as if she had noticed the special nature of her innate reincarnation body, but then she returned to her calm.

She shook her head slightly.

"Your legal wife, Wulan Xue, has the bloodline of the Heavenly Wolf, which is not bad."

"Your concubine, Li Qingluan, is a daughter of a military family. She is resolute and has excellent qualities."

"This new dean of Jixia Academy possesses an innate Dao physique, which would be enough to attract the attention of major powers if he were outside the academy."

Every comment Mo Yuqing made made Zhao Chen'an's heart tighten.

"but……"

Sure enough, the turning point came.

"They all missed the best golden period for cultivation. Their talents were wasted because they were bound by the rules of this small world."

Mo Yuqing's words were calm, yet carried an undeniable air of conviction.

"They are no longer suitable to join the Hunyuan Sect."

A bucket of cold water instantly extinguished all the fantasies in Li Qingluan and Liu Ruoshuang's hearts.

A look of disappointment, difficult to conceal, appeared on their faces.

Yes, their husbands possess unparalleled immortal bodies, beings that even the most powerful sects would vie for.

But they didn't even have the qualifications to enter.

This huge sense of disparity made even the usually proud Li Qingluan and the aloof Liu Ruoshuang feel somewhat downcast.

Seeing this, Zhao Chen'an had expected it, but he still felt a little reluctant.

However, he was not discouraged. Instead, he smiled slightly and cupped his hands in greeting to Mo Yuqing.

"I understand."

"Of course I'm willing to join the Hunyuan Sect and follow my fairy master in cultivation."

"However, I beg Master to grant me some more time." "The Great Zhou is currently beset by internal and external troubles, with powerful enemies at its side, and a war of annihilation could break out at any time."

"As a prince of the Great Zhou Dynasty, I must wait until the dynasty is completely stable before I can go to the sect with my master and Chu Chu without any worries."

His words were neither humble nor arrogant, and were clearly organized.

This not only expressed the sincerity of the applicant's desire to become an apprentice, but also demonstrated the applicant's sense of responsibility.

Beneath Mo Yuqing's face, shrouded in mist, seemed to come a barely audible soft hum.

For someone like her, the survival of a small dynasty was insignificant.

But Zhao Chen'an's ability to remain true to himself and not forget his homeland even in the face of such a great opportunity earned her her high regard.

"Can."

Mo Yuqing uttered a single word.

She glanced at Xiao Chuchu, who was beaming with joy beside her, and shook her head, seemingly with a hint of helplessness.

My precious apprentice has completely fallen into this kid's hands.

"In that case, I will personally guide you out of this sea of ​​suffering."

She didn't give Zhao Chen'an a chance to react before she finished speaking.

"Come with me."

After saying that, she turned and walked out of the courtyard.

Zhao Chen'an quickly gave the three women a reassuring look and hurried after them.

In the side hall, only Li Qingluan, Liu Ruoshuang, and Xiao Chuchu remained.

"Great! My husband is about to begin his cultivation!"

Xiao Chuchu excitedly grabbed the hands of her two older sisters.

Li Qingluan and Liu Ruoshuang exchanged a glance, suppressing their disappointment, and smiles returned to their faces.

Yes, as long as their husbands can soar to great heights, what does it matter if they can't join a sect?