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"Marrying multiple women and forming a large family—that's a very normal thing, and I can understand it."

"However, no matter how many women you want to marry, you can only have one legal wife."

"To marry three wives...this is not only against etiquette and law, but also goes against good folk customs!"

Like ancient China, ancient Japan did not have the concept of "polygamy," but rather "one husband, one wife, and multiple concubines."

A wife is a wife, and a concubine is a concubine.

The latter can have an infinite number, while the former can only have one.

Simply put, announcing one's intention to marry multiple wives in the Edo period is just as absurd and crazy as announcing one's intention to build a harem in the 21st century.

Chiba Jutaro took several deep breaths, composed himself for a moment, and then continued speaking:

"Tachibana-kun... I'll just be frank—our Chiba family is a prestigious and wealthy clan! We can't possibly allow you to marry Sanako while also marrying another woman!"

No sooner had Chiba Jutaro finished speaking than Kiryu Boss quietly took over the conversation:

"...We share the same opinion on this point. I also do not wish for the young master's husband to have multiple women."

Another parent, in a neutral tone, then offered their perspective:

“Although our Okita family is just a small family, we still have dignity. My Tsukasa isn’t unwanted, and I will not let her become someone else’s concubine.”

The three patriarchs simultaneously put pressure on Qingdeng...

At the same time, Sanako, Kinoshita Mai, and Souji all cast alluring glances at Aoto.

They had long harbored resentment towards Qingdeng's stubbornness and insistence on establishing a harem...

Faced with the overwhelming pressure exerted by the crowd, Qing Deng remained calm and composed, sitting upright and composed.

Qingdeng had already mentally rehearsed and practiced countless times how to deal with the questions and threats from the woman's parents on this day.

Although he was still very nervous, he followed the procedure he had practiced countless times in his mind with perfect precision, speaking slowly yet firmly, enunciating each word clearly:

"As you all think, the act of 'marrying three wives at the same time' is indeed puzzling."

"However, I'm serious."

“My proposals to them were not sudden impulses, mistaking a momentary racing heart for love; nor were they driven by lust or greed for their bodies.”

"I'm pretty sure I like them a lot, to the point of being obsessed."

"I like Sanako's elegance, Mai's innocence, and Souji's cheerful energy."

“I feel happy when Sanako is by my side.”

“I feel happy when Ah Wu is by my side.”

"With the Chieftain by my side, I can always keep a smile on my face."

"As long as the three of them are by my side, I will be incredibly happy."

"My proposals to them were based on the firm belief that I wanted them all to be happy."

"That's why I've always insisted on marrying them all as my principal wives, rather than artificially dividing them into 'principal wives' and 'concubines'."

"I don't want them to suffer any injustice."

“I don’t want their family status to be any different.”

"I'm not so arrogant as to think they can't live without me."

"But I hope that the person who can bring them happiness will be me."

"When we are all old and about to pass away in the Pure Land, each of us, when looking back on our lives, will be able to sincerely think: 'It was so wonderful to be able to marry Tachibana Aoto together'—that is my goal, that is my ideal."

Qingdeng's monologue was undeniably sincere and deeply moving.

However... after listening quietly, Chiba Jutaro's reaction could not be described as indifferent, but it could also be described as unmoved.

He lowered his head, gently stroked his chin with his fingers, and muttered something under his breath.

Although his voice was low, Qingdeng, who possessed the "sense of wind," still heard it clearly:

"As expected, we still need to call Rong-ge... Call Rong-ge back from Mito, and also get Dao-ge and Duo-men-ge... that should be enough. If the four of them attack together, they'll be able to beat Tachibana-kun half to death..."

At the same time, faint muttering could be heard coming from Kiryu's side:

"First, summon the lord... then call Makimura, Mogami, Katakura, and Sogawa... and while you're at it, send a message to Kyoto; those two will surely be happy to come and help..."

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Wow, this chapter is packed with elements! There's a love triangle, a yandere, and the wrath of the patriarchs!

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Chapter 485: Beating Qing Deng to a pulp with the [Selfless Realm]! [5200]

At that moment, Qingdeng felt an overwhelming sense of crisis enveloping his entire body.

Chiba Jutaro, Chiba Tamon Shiro, "Second Head of the Hokushin Itto-ryu Main Family" Chiba Dozaburo, "Edo's Strongest" Chiba Eijiro... Let alone all four of them together, just Chiba Eijiro alone would be enough to give Aoto a hard time.

If the four Chiba brothers were to gather together and beat up Aoto... it would be the best outcome Aoto could hope for, if he were to be beaten half to death rather than die on the spot!

As for Kiryu's side, it's even more terrifying.

Aoto didn't recognize any of the names that Kiryu had just mentioned: Mogami, Katakura, and Togawa.

He speculated that these people were probably thugs from the Gourd House.

Someone who can act as a henchman for a large corporation like Hulu House... is definitely not a simple nobody.

Even though it's already March and the temperature is starting to rise, and the cherry blossoms will be in full bloom soon, Qing Deng felt a chill running through his skin, as if he were in an ice cellar, and he couldn't help but shiver.

He subconsciously turned his head to look at Okita Hikaru.

He hoped he could at least get the support of one parent.

Hikaru Okita has always presented herself as a gentle, refined, and intellectual older sister.

Ms. Hikari is a very kind person! She might be willing to support me!

Holding this thought in mind, Aoto eagerly turned his gaze to Okita Hikaru—

"Tsk...! I misjudged him... Xiao Si met the wrong person... Let's plant Tachibana-kun's body in my family's field... It just so happens that our field is a bit lacking in fertilizer..."

This is even more terrifying! They're starting to think about how to handle the aftermath and deal with the body!

Sweat beaded on Qingdeng's forehead.

Suddenly, a cold wind blew through the window and into the room, wiping away the sweat on Qing Deng's forehead along with the surrounding heat.

If no remedial measures are taken... these three patriarchs might really call for reinforcements and hack him to death!

So, driven by his survival instinct, Qingdeng laughed it off:

"Everyone, I haven't finished speaking yet..."

"You don't need to say anymore, we don't want to hear it anymore."

Okita Hikaru rolled his eyes at Aoto.

"Ju-kun, do you think we're three-year-olds? Do you think you can make us fall head over heels for you just by saying a few sweet words?"

Chiba Jutaro gritted his teeth.

"After hearing your monologue just now, we were moved to tears, and then we hurriedly said to you: 'Since you've said so much, we're relieved. We're entrusting the young master and the others to you. You must make them happy!' -- You're not expecting this kind of scene, are you?"

The Kiryu boss's expression and tone were completely devoid of emotion, much like a lifelike ice sculpture.

"You want to marry my Xiao Si, that's no problem—but you can only marry my Xiao Si."

"You want to marry my family's Sanako, that's no problem—but you can only marry my family's Sanako."

Hikaru Okita: "..."

Jutaro: "..."

After they both said this in unison, they were both taken aback.

Then--

Hikaru Okita: "Huh?!"

Jutaro: "Huh?!"

They simultaneously glanced sideways and stared at each other.

Sir, what are you saying? Ju-kun and Xiao-si live under the same roof. They are not only close friends with similar ideals, but also fellow disciples. They have a very deep relationship and are a match made in heaven. Don't come over and get in the way!

Huh? Miss, no matter how you look at it, Sanako and Tachibana are a much better match! I won't even talk about family background or talent, just looking at their appearances—Tachibana is tall, and Sanako is also very tall. They look so good together when they walk side by side! As for your Souji… people who don't know the situation might think she and Tachibana are siblings!

Ha! Don't you even know how old your sister is? She's 23 years old this year, a full 4 years older than me. I've seen plenty of older men dating younger women, but it's really rare to see an older woman forcing herself into the mouth of a younger man.

Hmph! Apart from being a little older, how is my sister not better than your sister? So what if she's a little older? Being a little older gives her more womanly charm.

……

This is a direct confrontation between two sister-obsessed individuals.

Although neither of them spoke, they glared at each other with fierce eyes, but their gazes precisely conveyed their respective ideas and thoughts to each other.

An invisible, silent, and intangible fierce confrontation unfolded between them, with a strong smell of gunpowder permeating the air.

However, they were both intelligent people who could accurately assess the situation.

They did not focus too much on internal strife.

Soon, they turned their attention to the real source of all evil.

"...Tachibana-kun." *2

Two sharp, spear-like gazes pierced straight at Qingdeng, one after the other.

"You choose." *2

They all spoke in unison again.

"Do you want Xiao Si?"