Chapter 1007: Chapter 545: Marriage Alliance with Jiang Shu? (Part 2)

She was born in a very brilliant era, having seen too many prodigies, but none seemed to compare with the man before her.

Resources needed for a genius’s cultivation were nothing but a drop in the ocean for a force the size of the Piaomiao Star Alliance.

"If you still think my sincerity is insufficient, we can even arrange a marriage alliance, though it would be in name only."

Bei Jue’s words were startling, and as she looked at Jiang Shu’s inscrutable expression, she worried that her promise was not heavy enough, so she spoke.

"No need for that."

Jiang Shu shook his head, harboring too many secrets, even Luo Venerable was not privy to all of them.

How could he let a stranger get close to him.

"If you don’t trust my words, you can investigate through your Jiuyu Commerce Alliance connections."

Seeing Jiang Shu refuse her without hesitation, Bei Jue frowned, thinking Jiang Shu still did not believe her, and spoke again.

"I believe you, but such a major life decision cannot be settled so easily. You should go back and consult your Star Alliance elders."

Without staying any longer, Jiang Shu stood and walked out.

Bei Jue didn’t see him off, just stood and watched him leave.

Moments later, Bei Lu stormed in, and upon seeing Bei Jue, forcibly suppressed his anger, speaking in a low voice: "Ancestor, what did you discuss with that Jiang Shu?"

At this time, Bei Jue resumed her previous aloof demeanor, waved her robe sleeve, and said: "Nothing but trivial matters."

"Do not act against the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance for the time being, there might be opportunities for cooperation in the future."

She treated Bei Jue differently than she did Jiang Shu, but the usually unruly genius Bei Lu only opened his mouth, ultimately nodding in agreement reluctantly.

"Ancestor, do you really think so highly of this Jiang Shu?"

Perhaps unwilling to give up, Bei Lu still asked.

They had decided to make an example of the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance, but Jiang Shu’s arrival caused Bei Jue to abandon her initial plan, and even intentionally lose to him, causing him great embarrassment.

All because of that Jiang Shu.

This left him puzzled.

"You’ve never crossed paths with Jiang Shu, you don’t know his strength."

Bei Jue’s voice was mild,

"I’ve lived many years and seen many stunning geniuses, but none compare to this Jiang Shu."

"You are currently unqualified to contest with him, viewing the sky from the bottom of a well. Only when you truly reach my realm will you understand what it means to look up at an unsurpassable peak, leaving you in despair."

Though she exchanged only a few simple moves with Jiang Shu, they were enough to glimpse a fraction of his true ability.

She was not his match.

If it were a life-and-death battle, she would die miserably.

"Is he really that formidable?"

Bei Lu frowned, unwilling to believe it.

After all, Jiang Shu’s strength was unknown after reaching the Tenth Realm. Even if Jiang Shu had reached the Tenth Realm Middle Stage, in his view, Jiang Shu lacked sufficient battle experience. Even though he was a minor realm below him, it didn’t mean he wasn’t a formidable opponent.

But now the ancestor bluntly stated that not only his current self, but even if he advanced another minor realm, he might still not be Jiang Shu’s match. How could he be convinced by that? 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

However, Bei Jue didn’t intend to explain.

"He is merely a collateral descendant, why harbor thoughts?"

"The family’s interests are supreme!"

The actual ruler of Piaomiao Star Alliance is from this powerful half-human, half-serpent race. Bei Jue was instilled with the concept of family supremacy since childhood and holds it sacred to this day.

"But Ancestor...he is our clan member!"

Bei Lu did not understand, loudly rebuked, but received Bei Jue’s reproach in return.

"Foolish!"

"A clan member’s life, compared to the family’s honor and disgrace, which is more important? Even a child knows the answer!"

"I’ve even wagered my future, let alone a mere collateral descendant. Even if he cripples you, I would not act against him!"

Bei Jue shook her head.

Her descendant’s good treatment of subordinates was initially a good trait, but now it seemed he couldn’t discern priorities, making her somewhat disappointed.

Bei Lu was even more shocked upon hearing this, his eyes widening.

He had heard the elders at home speak of this ancestor, saying she had lofty vision, was well-versed in worldly affairs, and even famous geniuses might not win her favor.

But now she treated Jiang Shu with such distinction.

Could he really be that formidable?!

Seeing his expression, Bei Jue knew his thoughts were wavering and spoke again: "If you are unconvinced by him, you are free to challenge him, but if you perish at his hands, who knows how far the family elders would go."

This sentence was heavy, like a giant hammer pounding on Bei Lu’s chest.

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"Your Highness, what did that woman say to you?"

On the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance’s side, the valiant woman also curiously stepped forward to ask.

Recalling Bei Jue’s words, Jiang Shu was reluctant to mention it.

"Bei Ye’s severe injuries may not have been the work of the Piaomiao Star Alliance. You can investigate this quietly as well. Our Jiuyu Commerce Alliance has been in the Inner Circle for a while, there must be other forces operating in the dark."

"They aim to incite conflict between our Jiuyu Commerce Alliance and Piaomiao Star Alliance."

The valiant woman nodded silently, though she still believed this matter was definitely related to the Piaomiao Star Alliance.

But since she wanted to follow Jiang Shu, she had to listen to his wishes first and foremost.

Though Jiang Shu didn’t provide concrete evidence in his words, his attitude demonstrated that he believed in the Piaomiao Star Alliance.

"Understood, I will keep a close watch on it."

"And one more thing, Lord Jiang, rumors about you have been spreading during this time. Some say that even the Inner Circle’s prodigies don’t compare to you. Among these, some may be maliciously glorifying you."

"Hmm."

Jiang Shu nodded.

As the Jiuyu Commerce Alliance progresses, more and more conspiracies targeting them will unfold, and as the most talented genius representing Jiuyu Commerce Alliance, he would naturally get dragged into it as well.

To him, being named a prodigy was of no consequence.

He simply didn’t like being used as a pawn.

If he could find out who it was, he would crush them with a single blow.

"I will comply with your orders, Your Highness!"

Although Jiang Shu merely nodded, the valiant woman’s eyes shone brightly, and she quickly spoke in a low voice.

Surrounding her, the other geniuses of Jiuyu Commerce Alliance were inspired by Jiang Shu’s inherent confidence, bending in salute before departing in all directions.

Once the massive force of Jiuyu Commerce Alliance operates at full capacity, the power it unleashes is terrifying.

The battle between Jiang Shu and the Piaomiao Star Alliance garnered considerable curiosity, but strangely, no information leaked out.

Only the disciples of these two forces knew the outcome.

Yet many rumors emerged, suggesting that when Piaomiao Star Alliance’s supreme genius Bei Lu appeared, he was pale-faced, indicating that Piaomiao Star Alliance lost the battle.

Finally, after much questioning, Bei Lu seemed to become agitated and said that his ancestor lost a move to Jiang Shu, paid some price, and Jiang Shu agreed to make peace.

Jiang Shu actually defeated the ancient monster Bei Jue!

As soon as the news spread, it stirred up a huge commotion.

Although Piaomiao Star Alliance wasn’t considered among the strongest forces, Bei Jue was a renowned supreme genius from a brilliant era, with hopes of leading them to a new peak.

No one expected her to lose to Jiang Shu today.

Meanwhile, another piece of news surfaced from an unknown source.

All the prodigies who heard it were moved!

The news was...

Bei Jue fell in love with Jiang Shu at first sight and wanted to marry him.