The Immortal Seeker: Legend of Bronze Mirror-Chapter 439 - 192: From Now On, Nothing But Moving Forward, Cutting Through Brambles and Thorns (Please Subscribe)

Xu Qing received a letter from the Capital, his handsome face turned dark.

He read through the letter over and over again, the Dongming Princess had only one meaning in her words—a rich woman asking for a child with a heavy reward?

Xu Qing thought back to those small ads from his previous life, never expecting such an absurd thing to happen to him.

However, the woman also spoke of her advantages.

She didn’t need him to raise the child, who also could not take his surname, and she was still a virgin, her Primordial Yin greatly beneficial to Xu Qing’s cultivation.

The latter could be ignored.

Xu Qing always relied on his own efforts in cultivation.

Actually, at the root of it, the other party thought highly of Xu Qing’s bloodline, and believed that a union between them, and the offspring that would follow, would make cooperation even more secure.

Besides this, of course, the interest Xu Qing represented played a role...

Moreover, the people of Fusang were deeply influenced by the culture of Central Earth, holding tremendous respect for the culture of the Heavenly Dynasty; similar matters of surrogacy had plenty of precedents...

The other party even suggested that if he agreed to this condition, they could meet on East Island to discuss the details.

Xu Qing thought that the matters of East Mountain Province had come to a temporary close, and it would be good to return home first.

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In the Xu Residence of Jiangning Prefecture.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder, and after a blissful reunion.

"Feng Wu, do you sense I am preoccupied today?" Feng Wu detected that Xu Qing was not quite himself.

Xu Qing felt unusually guilty in front of his wife, fumbling as he brought out the letter.

He always valued pragmatism in his actions, and the price offered by Princess Chuyun indeed tempted him. Besides, he was extremely interested in Fang Immortal Dao.

This was indeed an opportunity.

But as selfish as Xu Qing was, he also felt there was something improper about the proposal, and ultimately could not make up his mind.

After all, one could not escape the word ’interest’ in the mortal world.

He had become accustomed to seeking benefit in all things.

This matter turned out to be a trial of his true intention.

Xu Qing presented the letter and confessed the truth, the fog in his Divine Soul dissipated significantly, his spirit felt as though it had been cleansed of dust.

Feng Wu was taken aback upon seeing the letter, then burst into laughter holding her belly.

Xu Qing: "What are you laughing about?"

Feng Wu smiled and said, "My husband, you are quite valuable. As a man myself, I’d be tempted by this offer, let alone me as a woman."

Xu Qing’s face darkened: "We’re talking serious matters here."

Feng Wu said with a smiling face: "I forbid it."

Xu Qing breathed a sigh of relief, nodding, "As you wish."

Seeing Xu Qing’s straightforward response, Feng Wu was a bit taken aback and said, "Won’t you even ask me why?"

"The wife rules the inside, the husband rules the outside, this was our agreement. As for domestic affairs, what you decide goes," Xu Qing said with an easy smile.

He suddenly understood that he was not an abacus, why must he prioritize benefit above all else? With the strength he had now, could he not just follow his Heart Intent?

He wanted to earn money, but he preferred to do it standing up, could he?

Whether he could or couldn’t, it was at least worth a try. 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

Understanding all this, his mood naturally lightened a lot.

Feng Wu raised her fists and said, "I haven’t even had children yet, it’s not a harlot’s turn to bear them!"

Xu Qing held his wife’s hand, "In the future, I will only have children with you."

Feng Wu suddenly sighed, "If the offspring are not abundant, I would fail to honor the ancestors of the Xu Family."

Xu Qing: "Then you should have more."

Feng Wu grinned and said, "I’m not a sow that can produce a whole litter for you."

Xu Qing smiled slightly and flicked her smooth forehead, "Actually, I’ve come to understand, what does it matter how few or many descendants we have? We are cultivators, different from ordinary people. If we are still around, our foundation will surely stay; if we’re gone, the foundation can’t be preserved either. As for whether a lack of offspring would cause unrest, there’s no need to worry. Han Wu Emperor was twenty-nine before he had his first child, but that didn’t affect his great achievements."

His will had never been as firm as it was at this moment.

He had come this far, where else could he retreat to?

In fact, if he had died, Feng Wu would not have been able to keep this heritage.

After that, there was only the option to forge ahead, to clear paths through thorny underbrush.

Xu Qing previously had thoughts of arranging post-mortem affairs. At this moment, he realized that such thoughts were just his weakness, weren’t they?

He once mocked the Grand Secretary and the Emperor for their weakness, but wasn’t he the same?

Just do it and it’s done!

Feng Wu felt the change in her husband’s temperament, an indescribable, ineffable thing. But she understood that her husband was more determined than ever before.

It was a determination coming from the will of the Divine Soul.

Feng Wu couldn’t help but be infatuated, responding with a long kiss before they finally parted.

With watery eyes, Feng Wu looked at her husband, "My Lord, I’ve always felt that you didn’t love me enough. At least not as much as I love you. Now I am very satisfied."

She was clear that Xu Qing was a person who prioritized interests above all.

That is often the case with cultivators.

Selfish, self-centered.

As much as she understood this, Feng Wu would still feel some regret and dissatisfaction if Xu Qing truly was such a person.

But now she saw another side of her husband.

Xu Qing said nothing, just held his wife tightly. His heart had never felt this steady before.

This life was not a dream; it truly existed.

He could feel the fervor of life, the surging of emotions.

It turns out a person’s life can truly gain more meaning because of the existence of another, and the experience of life can become richer because of it.

Whether it’s bitterness or sweetness, happiness or pain, it’s no longer to be enjoyed alone.

Perhaps this is the meaning of having a Dao companion.

The vast Dao is bewildering; if there is someone by your side who can accompany you on this journey, even just for a bit, it’s worth savoring. Thus, you won’t have to walk the path in loneliness and dullness, flavorless all the way.

Although he had made the decision and refused the wealthy princess’ hefty sum for childbearing, it was still possible to discuss the necessary cooperation.

Xu Qing planned to go to East Island with Feng Wu and await the arrival of Princess of Chuyun from the East Sea Gang.

This sea voyage did not call for grand displays or sea vessels.

Arriving at the seaside, Feng Wu curiously asked, "My Lord, how shall we cross the sea? Are we using wooden boards again?"

Xu Qing knocked on his little wife’s forehead, "Little Feng Wu, how dare you underestimate the might of a Grandmaster of the Possession Realm!"

Feng Wu stuck out her tongue playfully.

Then, with a wave of Xu Qing’s hand, a water dragon emerged from the sea, lifelike in every respect, from whiskers to scales, as real as they come.

The water dragon surfaced, causing Feng Wu to jump in fright.

Xu Qing laughed heartily, took hold of Feng Wu, and they stood atop the dragon’s head.

The water dragon turned its head and with a flick of its tail, dashed into the ocean.

Feng Wu was full of admiration, "My Lord, your Water Control Skill is simply divine and magical."

Xu Qing smiled slightly, "It’s more than just the Water Control Technique, or else you’d be soaking wet by now."

Feng Wu thought about it and was curious, "What Dao Skill is this?"

"It’s just an application of airflow, but the sky is too dangerous. Flying too high with you, if we encounter fierce winds, I can protect myself but might not be able to ensure your safety."

He carried a Qiankun Bag with him. Even if he and Feng Wu were stranded on a deserted island due to a sea disaster, they wouldn’t have to worry about food and drink.

Thus, with his high skills and boldness, he took Feng Wu to ride the wind on a dragon, crossing the ocean.

Moreover, East Island was not too far from the coast.

In fact, Xu Qing was now capable of flying with the wind for a while, but it was far less effort at sea level.

Flying in the empty sky consumes much more energy compared to riding the waves, and high up, there are fierce winds that can affect the Divine Soul.

If they were to suddenly encounter a thunderstorm, it would be terribly bad.

At sea level, the water dragon under Xu Qing’s feet was actually a gimmick, but also an offensive Dao Skill. It could launch at an enemy at any moment, giving Xu Qing time to react.

With the wind and waves at their back, Xu Qing and Feng Wu smoothly sailed through the East Ocean Bitter Sea, reaching East Island.

As winter gave way to spring, the islands of East Island were more vibrant than in past years.

Xu Qing looked around to see the strong aura of blood around the islands, like a great sun enveloping them, daunting to any ordinary cultivator.

He exclaimed in marvel and then with a long howl, he startled the East Sea Island King.