Having cultivated myself into an immortal, all I want to do is raise female disciples.

However, even Duan Duxiu and Su Wubin could not have imagined that a big shot would come later.

A truly great man.

26. Only me

As time went by, the huge Duan family compound gradually became crowded with people.

Those qualified to enter the compound as witnesses to the marriage ceremony between the two major dark-level families were mostly prominent figures in the Extreme Heaven Domain.

Even if they aren't some top-tier, hegemonic power, they should at least be guests from a dark-level family, or a sect with good relations with the Duan and Su families.

In short—those who have never held a position of status, power, or wealth cannot enter the compound.

Of course, there are exceptions—

"Teacher~ Teacher~ This looks delicious!"

A red-haired girl with a side ponytail was holding the arm of a young man in a white shirt. Her right eye, with its unique blue-green double pupil, was filled with excited little stars as she pointed excitedly at the desserts placed on the table in the distance.

The young man looked in the direction the little girl pointed and saw a stunning ice sculpture dessert placed on the table, standing like an iceberg among the dazzling array of dishes.

A large amount of fruit and the sweet juice of spiritual plants were poured onto the ice sculpture that resembled a high mountain. Several bright red fruits seemed to be stuck on both sides, making the overall color scheme exceptionally diverse, just like a mesmerizing rainbow appearing on the ice mountain.

With such a stunning and captivating appearance, Yunping even felt a little tempted to try her taste.

It must be admitted that, setting aside the nature of the banquet itself, the desserts and dishes served at this banquet by the Duan and Su families were definitely made with great care.

After all, they had invited many distinguished guests this time, so it wouldn't be right if they didn't put on a show.

Since the wedding had not officially started yet, most of what was served were just appetizers and desserts to temporarily relieve everyone's hunger. However, the exquisite dishes on the table still attracted the attention of many people, and everyone started to taste them without any hesitation.

While the overall scale of the compound wasn't as extravagant as the former Imperial Pavilion, it was still quite luxurious. If you wanted to see one corner of the compound from another, you'd have to jump quite a bit.

A cursory glance suggests that the entire Duan family compound can accommodate at least three hundred tables for banquets. Such a number would be a huge expense for any other dark-level family!

But the Duan and Su families were different; the dowry they received this time was many times more than what they had spent!

Not to mention the two Heavenly-grade magic weapons personally presented by the Forging Saint, and the generous and magnanimous gesture of the Lantian Empire; there were countless rare treasures.

It is precisely because it is such a high-class banquet that no nobody is allowed to attend.

Of course, Yunping felt that the name of Yuntian Academy was actually quite small. There probably weren't many forces in the three major heavenly domains that knew about this academy.

The reason they were qualified to enter this high-class place was thanks to their three female apprentices.

After all, Duan Yu personally handed them the wedding invitation.

"Yu Chan~ This liquor is really strong! Want some?!"

Zhang Ruoxue held her own wine barrel in her arms—the thing was about the size of a water vat—her cheeks flushed, and gazed contentedly at the silver-haired girl in front of her who was contemplating life.

She had just taken this wine barrel to ask the Duan family's servant for the wine, and Ye Yuchan still remembered the horrified expression on that servant's face, as if he had seen a ghost.

Faced with Ruoxue's enthusiastic invitation, Ye Yuchan silently rolled her eyes: "Forget it, I'm still thinking about whether or not to drink this Thousand Ice Papaya Juice... although I'm almost sick of papaya..."

Why are you so obsessed with papayas?!

I don't really want to answer that question.

—As Yu Chan said this, her eyes were fixed on Zhang Ruoxue's chest.

In the past, I was definitely much more voluptuous than Zhang Ruoxue!

a lot of!

And now... he can't even compare to Senior Sister Lin Yuan.

“Okay~” Zhang Ruoxue grinned, but Ye Yuchan wanted to slap her because of the smile: “Then I’ll go drink with Luo Kui. She looks a little down.”

"Junior Sister Luo Kui?"

Speaking of which, ever since she entered the Duan family compound, Fan Luokui has disappeared without a trace.

Ye Yuchan immediately looked around and silently picked up the Thousand Ice Papaya Juice in front of her, pretending to naturally begin looking for Fan Luokui's figure.

Instead of finding the cherry-haired girl in the red and white shrine maiden outfit with exposed armpits, they spotted the old rogue leading Lin Yuan around, scavenging for sweets.

That old rogue, holding Lin Yuan's hand with one hand and scooping a piece of dessert into her mouth with the other... looked just like a father taking care of his daughter.

She also noticed that her senior brother Jiang was nervously looking around, as if he was making sure no one was around before carefully picking up a string of candied hawthorns.

And as if he didn't want to be seen, he quickly finished the whole string of candied hawthorns, clapped his hands, and then went to find the next target.

Everyone's eating...

Yu Chan silently took a sip of papaya juice and prayed in her heart that it would work.

However, for them, eating, drinking and having fun were just secondary. After all, they were the Yuntian Academy Tourism Investigation and Marriage Proposal Team, and proposing marriage was the real key. Although in the ten days before that, apart from investigating the Duan family a little on the first and second days, the next few days were basically spent shopping for local specialties.

As for proposing marriage... it's not the right time yet.

Next comes the crucial moment that will determine the outcome.

Time passed slowly, and perhaps because of the arrival of distinguished guests, the Duan and Su families did not choose to keep everyone waiting. Before the guests could even finish enjoying the prelude to the main meal—

crunch.

The old-fashioned gate of the house, located in the very center of the courtyard and connecting the main courtyard and the back courtyard, was slowly pushed open.

A gentle breeze blew by, lifting the festive lanterns hanging from the beams of the house and stirring the double happiness characters pasted on the windows. At the same time, it also lifted the dazzling clothes of a man and a woman, which resembled delicate roses.

The woman moved with light steps, her feet treading on crimson lotus blossoms. Her elegant crimson skirt accentuated her long, shapely legs, outlining her stunning figure. Her slender waist swayed gently, and with each step she took, it seemed as if she were about to unleash a fragrant breeze overflowing with charm. Her already delicate and graceful face, after careful grooming, possessed a captivating beauty that seemed to steal one's heart. The corners of her lips were slightly upturned, as alluring as the bright spring sunshine.

The young man held a folding fan, wore a crimson gold crown, and had a vibrant flower tied around his waist. Every movement he made exuded an air of elegance and refined grace. His demeanor, as graceful as the moon and the rosy clouds, was completely genuine, without a trace of artifice. His eyes seemed to hold a pool of clear water, and a smile graced his brows, serene yet at ease.

The moment the two appeared, the entire audience fell silent.

The crowd stood or sat, silently gazing at the couple before them.

From any angle, the two were a perfect match, a match made in heaven, like a clear spring falling into a mountain, a spirit bird landing on a willow branch, the bright moon reflecting the stars, and a golden crown inlaid with jade.

It's truly enviable, a match made in heaven.

The two approached Su Wubin, Duan Duxiu, and the other three, who were all beaming with smiles, and then slowly knelt down.

They accepted the filial tea offered by the servants beside them, and with calm and composed smiles, they brewed tea and poured water for their parents.

This is a matter of etiquette, and everyone knows that it is a tea ceremony that must be performed before the couple goes through the wedding ceremony.

"Father, Mother, thank you for raising me all these years."

The two spoke in unison, and then offered tea to their parents.

The first cup of tea was brewed for my parents at home.

Then, the two switched places and served tea to the elders of each other's families.

"Father (father-in-law), Mother (mother-in-law), please take care of me in the days to come."

After speaking, he offered the second cup of tea to the other party's parents.

Looking at Su Yu, who possessed an ethereal beauty, the Duan couple's faces were filled with smiles. They were quite satisfied with this daughter-in-law, not only because Su Yu herself was well-behaved, but also because Su Yu's existence gave them the opportunity to connect with the Su family.

Su Wubin and Su Ziyan were even more satisfied with Duan Yu. This son-in-law was a well-known genius in the Extreme Heaven Domain. Not only was he outstanding in literature, but his talent in cultivation was also far beyond that of ordinary people. If they could build a good relationship with Duan Yu in the future, they would probably have to rely on this promising genius for protection.

After the tea ceremony, the two remained kneeling quietly, neither choosing to raise their heads.

That's why no one noticed that the smiles the two had when they first appeared had completely vanished.

Duan Yu is, and so is Su Yu.

They didn't even look at each other; they just knelt there, waiting for instructions from their elders.

"Alright, get up now, my good son-in-law."

Su Wubin smiled with satisfaction, slightly raising his hand to indicate that Duan Yu did not need to pay any more.

At the same time, Duan Duxiu smiled slightly, showing a tacit understanding.

"You should get up too, my good daughter-in-law."

The two families exchanged a glance and smiled simultaneously.

Having received the instruction, the two stood up obediently, like puppets.

Then he raised his head in front of everyone—once again putting on that seemingly genuine smile.

Duan Duxiu and Su Wubin, as the heads of the family, stood up and turned around to look at the large group of guests.

"Today, the marriage between our Duan and Su families, the wedding of the young man from the Duan family and the young woman from the Su family, has become such a lively occasion, and we are truly grateful for everyone's support!"

"Thank you all for coming. We also thank the Forging Saint and the prince of the Lantian Empire for their presence. We are extremely grateful!"

Suddenly, thunderous applause erupted in the arena.

Both the Forging Saint and Chu Aotian, who had received an extra compliment, twitched the corners of their mouths, with the former even displaying a rather disdainful expression.

Of course, Duan Duxiu and Su Wubin were completely unaware of this hint of disdain.

"Well then, before the wedding ceremony, as is customary, I still need to ask one question—"

With a subtle smile, as if brimming with confidence, Duan Duxiu jokingly said—

"Is there anyone who would object to the wedding of Duan Yu of the Duan family and Miss Su Yu of the Su family?"

Upon hearing this, everyone burst into laughter.

This is really just a formality. Even the Forging Saint and the Lantian Empire personally attended this marriage between the Su and Liang families, so how could anyone possibly object?

Duan Duxiu's smile grew even wider. He ended the joking questioning, turned around, looked at the smiling Duan Yu and Su Yu, and announced loudly—

"Since no one objects, then the wedding ceremony can proceed..."

"I object."

Suddenly.

Extremely different voices emerged.

A moment later, everyone fell into absolute silence, and an indescribable atmosphere filled the air.

what?

Duan Duxiu turned around in surprise and found that the crowd not far away was slowly backing away, as if making way for someone.

A long black robe fluttered in the wind, and the hooded figure, as ghostly as a shadow, stepped forward one step at a time.