Chapter 487: A thoughtful gift

The moment Xu Chen stepped out of the Great Hall, it felt as though the entire world around him had turned scorching hot.

“What… what’s going on here?”

“Who are those strange muscular men at the Mountain Gate?”

“The Huangtian Sect of Nanzhan Buzhou has arrived bearing gifts!”

Following a resonant shout from the distance, the burly men puffed out their chests, swayed their hips, and proudly strutted forward with graceful, seductive steps.

Since when did the Huangtian Sect adopt this kind of style?!

Last time I visited Southern Zhan, weren’t they perfectly normal?

How could they, in just one year apart, have developed such… forward-thinking aesthetics?

“Wel… come.”

The Human-world Steward of the Tribulation Immortal Hall barely squeezed those two words through gritted teeth, struggling painfully to keep his eyes open without vomiting.

Every uncomfortable feeling—Xiao Jun had to endure it. As the Human-world Steward of the Tribulation Immortal Hall, he had to properly receive these guests from Southern Zhan.

He couldn’t show the slightest hint of displeasure on his face; instead, he had to put on a delighted expression. Besides, they had major matters to discuss. For the sake of not delaying those matters, at least the gifts served as some consolation.

The Huangtian Cult Leader took the lead, performing the etiquette of a subordinate.

“We are all brothers of the Human Clan—no need for such formalities.”

Fortunately, the Huangtian Cult Leader’s appearance was still normal, which allowed Xiao Jun to breathe a massive sigh of relief. He quickly stepped forward to help the Huangtian Cult Leader rise.

The Huangtian Cult Leader used the momentum to stand, smiling: “This time I’ve come bearing full sincerity—absolutely generous gifts!”

“Oh?”

Xiao Jun’s face betrayed no emotional fluctuation, but inwardly he was secretly delighted.

At this critical juncture of establishing diplomatic relations between the two continents, Southern Zhan would absolutely not be stingy with wealth.

Moreover, the Nine Palaces Chamber of Commerce’s warehouse had been cleaned out completely by Jiang Ke’er. They were in dire need of these funds to tide them over.

The grassroots disciples of the Tribulation Immortal Hall hadn’t received their stipends for three months now. If this continued, they’d probably have to set up bowls by the roadside begging.

“Please look, Supreme Immortal!”

The Huangtian Cult Leader smiled proudly, waving his hand to showcase the army of muscular men behind him.

“?”

What does this mean?

“I hope these carefully cultivated disciples can serve as a diplomatic gift for the alliance between the eastern and southern continents, becoming the spiritual symbol of our two continents’ friendship!”

The Huangtian Cult Leader declared proudly.

“You mean… these disciples… are the gifts?!”

Xiao Jun asked with a trembling voice.

Look—he’s trembling with joy.

“That is exactly so.”

The Huangtian Cult Leader affirmed with conviction.

Xiao Jun nearly passed out.

“I thought it would be treasure, ah ha, ah haha…”

Xiao Jun laughed foolishly.

“We know well that the Tribulation Immortal Hall is a grand establishment with abundant wealth. You have no need for the petty tainted money from our remote corner of the world.”

The Huangtian Cult Leader revealed a meaningful smile, wearing an expression of “I understand you.”

“So if we were foolish enough to offer those tainted trinkets to the Tribulation Immortal Hall, not only would it show no sincerity and carry no value, it would invite your ridicule and mockery…”

“How could mere money compare to living, breathing men, whose bonds can endure through the ages and maintain the emotional connection between our two continents?”

The Huangtian Cult Leader laughed heartily: “So how about this batch of gifts? Would you say the sincerity is sufficient? Do you like them?”

“Like…”

Xiao Jun smiled so hard he nearly cried.

What else could he do?!

With such important matters at hand, could he possibly say he didn’t like them?!

He had to tough it out and put on an act of “Wow, great, I love it!” just to ensure this cooperation proceeded smoothly!

“I’m so glad you like them!”

The Huangtian Cult Leader was overjoyed, completely oblivious to Xiao Jun’s true feelings. “Time was short this visit, so we didn’t cultivate many. Next time we meet, I’ll gift you tens of thousands more disciples like these!”

“Damn it, no!”

“Don’t be modest! It’s no trouble at all. If it can earn the Supreme Immortal’s favor, no amount is too much!”

The Huangtian Cult Leader laughed heartily.

“I want roast chicken, fifty of them, nice and big.”

“No problem, as long as fishing rod sales tomorrow reach five hundred times the usual amount.”

“Easy!”

Klaus smirked dismissively. “I guarantee no fishing rod will survive more than three seconds!”

“No need to go overboard—just enough to look natural. Otherwise, it’ll raise suspicion.”

“Fine by me. You cook well, so I’ll listen to you.”

The two girls high-fived mid-air, happily sealing their cooperation.

Qiao Xiaoxian watched them with a smile, a trace of worry flickering in her eyes.

But she quickly cast that concern aside… Having finally caught a festival celebration, she should properly accompany Jiang Ke’er to relax and help release the pressure she’d been carrying.

Whatever problems arise, deal with them later.

There would always be a way. As long as she injected her own genes into Jiang Ke’er, creating a bond worth clinging to, perhaps the problem could be perfectly solved.

She believed that day was not far off.

Once the festival celebration ended, she would take action immediately.

She had already heard of an Ancient Ruins where techniques suited for reproduction between herself and Jiang Ke’er were recorded, along with related art manuals.

As long as she passed the trials of the ruins, broke through the Secret Realm, and defeated all competitors, she could claim the reproduction technique.

The one who mastered the technique would forever gain the ability to inject genes.

By then, no matter how much Jiang Ke’er resisted, it would be too late.

Qiao Xiaoxian narrowed her eyes slightly.

Of course, Jiang Ke’er was not one to sit idly by.

While Qiao Xiaoxian was plotting, Jiang Ke’er was also sneering inwardly.

—Qiao Xiaoxian, you’re finished.

—Your good days are over!

Once I get through that Secret Realm, you’ll never lord over me again!

Your body will be filled to the brim with my genes, Jiang Ke’er’s! From now on, you will submit beneath my husbandly authority!

You will bear countless crystals belonging to us, officially taking on the responsibilities a mother should fulfill!

And I, Jiang Ke’er, will from this day forward become the true pillar of this family—your reliable Husband!