Devouring demons, I attain immortality.

Lin An was filled with mixed emotions.

He looked at Xu Qingyan, his eyes filled with deep affection and gratitude.

Then, he took out a pill from his pocket and gently handed it to Xu Qingyan: "I obtained this pill from Black Cloud Mountain. It can protect you from all evil and keep you safe."

This pill was stolen by Lin An from that black-robed man from the extraterrestrial evil race; it possesses the ability to suppress those at the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage.

In other words, after Xu Qingyan takes this pill, no demons below the Awakening Realm will be able to get close to her.

Xu Qingyan accepted the pill, her eyes glistening with tears of emotion.

The following day, Lin An began to set up defenses.

He used the spirit stones he had obtained from the man in black robes to set up a powerful array around the Xu family.

As spiritual energy is continuously poured into the spirit stone.

Beams of light shot out from the spirit stone.

They intertwined, forming a massive spiritual barrier.

This formation is so powerful that those below the Core Formation stage cannot break through it.

In the cultivation world, the Core Formation stage is already considered a very powerful existence, which means that most people with ill intentions cannot harm the Xu family in the slightest.

Lin An stood in the Xu family's courtyard, feeling the power of the array, and his heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment.

He has now reached the Golden Core stage.

For ordinary cultivators, this is a complete dimensional reduction attack.

His strength would not only protect the Xu family, but also secure him a place in the upcoming grand gathering of immortal cultivators.

However, apart from that.

There was still one thing on Lin An's mind.

Once I leave for Jinzhou, I don't know when I will be able to return.

The path to immortality is full of unknowns and dangers.

He didn't want Xu Qingyan to keep worrying, and he didn't want to betray her deep affection.

So, before setting off.

He made a decision in his heart—to marry Xu Qingyan.

This is not only a solemn promise to Xu Qingyan, but also the thing he longed for most deep in his heart.

With this in mind, Lin An approached Xu Chongfeng.

At that time, Xu Chongfeng was pruning flowers and plants in the courtyard.

Seeing Lin An approach, he smiled kindly.

Lin An stepped forward, bowed slightly, and said earnestly, "Elder Xu, I have something I would like to discuss with you. I wish to marry Qingyan before I leave, to give her a proper status."

Xu Chongfeng's scissors suddenly stopped, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, which was then replaced by boundless joy.

He excitedly grasped Lin An's hand and said, "Young Master Lin, it's wonderful that you have this idea! Qingyan is so lucky to have a husband like you; she's truly blessed!"

Tears welled up in Xu Chongfeng's eyes; he knew Lin An's character and abilities all too well.

He felt completely at ease entrusting Xu Qingyan to him.

Next, they busily selected a date.

Although Lin An himself was a cultivator, the Xu family still invited the most renowned feng shui master in the city.

After careful calculation, an auspicious date was finally chosen.

On a sunny afternoon.

The courtyard was filled with the fragrance of flowers, and Lin An found Xu Qingyan admiring the flowers in the garden.

She wore a light pink silk dress, the hem of which swayed gently in the breeze.

A few strands of hair fell beside her fair cheeks, further highlighting her gentle and charming appearance.

Lin An tiptoed up behind her.

Suddenly, he reached out and covered her eyes, deliberately lowering his voice: "Guess who I am?"

Xu Qingyan was startled by this sudden action.

Upon recognizing Lin An's voice, she couldn't help but smile, feigning reproach as she said, "Who else could be so mischievous besides you?"

Lin An released his grip and walked around to her side.

With a mysterious smile on his face and his hands behind his back, he said, "Qingyan, I have something for you."

Xu Qingyan blinked curiously, her eyes full of anticipation: "What is it?"

Lin An slowly took out an exquisite brocade box from behind him.

Gently open it, and inside is a pair of exquisitely carved jade bracelets.

The jade bracelet is lustrous and translucent, radiating a soft glow.

Xu Qingyan looked at the jade bracelet with delight in her eyes.

Just as he was about to reach for it, Lin An suddenly closed the brocade box, keeping him in suspense: "Don't rush, if you want these jade bracelets, you have to promise me one thing first."

Xu Qingyan pretended to be angry and lightly punched Lin An's shoulder: "You're always teasing me. Tell me, what's wrong?"

Lin An's smile faded, and his expression turned serious.

He gently took Xu Qingyan's hand and said, "Qingyan, I've already discussed it with Elder Xu. Our wedding date is set for the fifteenth of this month, the night of the full moon. Before I leave, I want to give you a home, a wedding that belongs to us."

Upon hearing these words, tears welled up in Xu Qingyan's eyes.

She was both surprised and delighted, and was speechless for a moment.

After a moment, she said softly, "Really? This...this is so sudden."

Lin An smiled and pulled her into his arms, saying, "Silly girl, of course it's true. I've been preparing for this all this time, just wanting to give you a surprise."

"I thought you'd forgotten about me."

Xu Qingyan leaned against Lin An's chest, her tears turning into a smile.

After all, their engagement had always been just talk, with no real commitment.

Now Lin An is finally going to fulfill this promise.

How could Xu Qingyan not be excited?

Lin An gently pinched her nose and said, "How could that be? You are the most important person to me. From the first moment I saw you, I thought I would make you the happiest bride in the world."

As he spoke, Lin An opened the brocade box again.

He took out one of the jade bracelets, gently held Xu Qingyan's wrist, and slowly put the bracelet on her wrist.

The jade bracelet made her wrist appear even more slender and fair. Lin An nodded in satisfaction: "It's so beautiful, it looks like it was made just for you."

Xu Qingyan looked at the jade bracelet on her wrist.

She picked up the other bracelet and gently put it on Lin An's wrist, saying, "From now on, we'll wear these jade bracelets, so that no matter how far apart we are, we can always think of each other."

Lin An looked at Xu Qingyan with eyes full of love.

For the next period of time, the Xu family was immersed in busyness and joy.

To prepare for the wedding, the Xu family decorated their home with lanterns and colorful decorations, creating a festive atmosphere everywhere.

Lin An personally selected the finest silks and commissioned a magnificent phoenix coronet and embroidered robe for Xu Qingyan.

The phoenix crown was inlaid with countless dazzling gems, which shimmered brilliantly in the sunlight.

The embroidered phoenix on the embroidered robe is lifelike, with wings outstretched as if about to take flight, symbolizing that their love is as beautiful and enduring as the phoenix.

With the help of her maids, Xu Qingyan meticulously prepared her dowry.

She personally embroidered many handkerchiefs and sachets.

Every stitch and every thread was imbued with her hopes for the future and her deep affection for Lin An.

The kitchen at home is also busy day and night, with all kinds of delicious dishes being prepared to entertain guests at the wedding.

The wedding day finally arrived.

In the early morning, sunlight bathed the Xu family's courtyard, making the entire Xu family home exceptionally beautiful.

Red lanterns hung high, swaying in the wind.

It reflects the joy on people's faces.

A pair of huge red candles were burning in front of the gate.

The flames leaped, as if blessing the newlyweds.

Lin An, dressed in a red wedding robe and wearing a golden headdress, stood at the door to greet the guests with a dashing air.

His face was beaming with happiness, and his eyes were filled with anticipation for the future.