The Crazy Son-In-Law

Qiuzhan knew well that his opponent had given him some leeway just moments before; otherwise, he wouldn’t have ended up as he did. Looking at his feet, deeply embedded in the ground, and then at Ciyun, who stood as if on flat ground, he felt a deep sense of shame. Ciyun gave Qiuzhan a faint smile and then stepped back. Qiuzhan bowed respectfully towards his retreating figure, then pulled his feet out of the ground and returned to his original position. It was a draw, as neither had stepped back during their exchange. However, to the trained eye, a victor had emerged!

Xiao Shun saw Qiuzhan return and knew it was his turn to enter the fray. He had boldly declared earlier that he would challenge the three masters from Riverdale, and he couldn’t go back on his word now. Standing in the center of the venue, his gaze fixed on Changsheng, the strongest among them. This final match of the night was bound to not disappoint. The atmosphere had grown tense and heavy; everyone was silent, holding their breath in anticipation of the last confrontation.Copyright by Nôv/elDrama.Org.

Changsheng’s next words were unexpected. “We’ve fought four bouts, lost two, and drawn one. If I win this next match, it still counts as a defeat overall. Perhaps it’s best not to fight at all!” With that, he glanced at Xiao Shun, then turned his gaze to the crowd. “Today, we from the Qingyun Association were unprepared and let the mainland’s Old School Society take the advantage. Once the Riverdale Martial Arts Conference concludes, we, the cultivators from Riverdale, will surely come to the mainland to demonstrate our strength. You will see what we are truly capable of!” With a proud air, he swept his sleeves and walked out of the venue.

Ciyun followed with a resigned smile, while Lei Zhenxiao hesitated before approaching Xiao Shun, handing him a business card with a meaningful look. “Kid, I hope to see you in Riverdale in half a month. I’ll have something important to discuss with you then.” Xiao Shun, taken aback by the old man’s kindness, was puzzled by his final remark. Curious, he asked, “What important matter can’t you speak of here?” After a glance around, Lei Zhenxiao shook his head and whispered two words that changed Xiao Shun’s expression dramatically.

As Lei Zhenxiao left with a slight smile, Xiao Shun’s face still hadn’t recovered. Why did he know about my possession of spiritual energy? Hadn’t his master told him that only “special” individuals could know such secrets? Lei Zhenxiao was just a practitioner from the “Anterior,” not yet beyond the realm of cultivation, but how did he know about Ethereal Ascension?

Numerous thoughts raced through Xiao Shun’s mind, leaving him utterly confused. After pondering for a long while, he suddenly saw things more clearly. The martial tradition in Riverdale was far more intact than in the mainland, which explained why Lei Zhenxiao could detect his spiritual nuances. However, Xiao Shun was still naive about certain things. While it was true that Riverdale cultivators had a more complete heritage, only a few knew about spiritual energy. Lei Zhenxiao, being one of the revered “Three Elders,” was privy to secrets unknown to many. This fact, though, was still beyond Xiao Shun’s understanding. Nevertheless, he didn’t dwell on it, for in half a month, he would experience the formidable cultivators of Riverdale firsthand. He decided then to make the trip.

At this moment, he wasn’t worried about Lei Zhenxiao revealing his secrets; if that were the case, there would be no need for such caution. With these thoughts flashing through his mind, Qiuzhan quietly left the venue with Haitang. The evening had been a risky affair, like a dragon’s lair or a tiger’s den. Fortunately, Xiao Shun had emerged as a savior, or the Old School Society’s reputation would have been completely ruined. Mr. Qiu had no desire to stay any longer.

Unwittingly, Xiao Shun had become the focus of the evening, overshadowing the Old School Society and even the experts from Riverdale. Even the Qianghua couple faded into his brilliant light, which Xiao Shun hadn’t anticipated. At such a crucial moment, gaining some fame wasn’t a bad thing. With a slight smile, he greeted Qianghua, who approached with two glasses of wine. “Mr. Xiao, you truly are a prodigy!” Qianghua said meaningfully, handing him a glass. Xiao Shun, puzzled by the man’s approach, accepted the drink and nodded, “Mr. Qiang!”

Considering Qianghua’s cunning nature, Xiao Shun had a favor to ask of him, so he patiently engaged in trivial conversation. When Qianghua finally mentioned the movie Xiao Shun planned to shoot, he nodded, “Indeed, I am preparing for that.” Laughing, Qianghua boasted, “You’ve come to the right person. I’ve been in the film industry in Riverdale for many years. Although I don’t claim to dominate the field, I have a solid foundation. If you’re free, Mr. Xiao, you should come to Riverdale to discuss this.” Xiao Shun, already planning his trip, gladly accepted the invitation. “In half a month, I will visit Riverdale, and I’ll rely on you then, Mr. Qiang!”

As Qianghua left with a deep look at Xiao Shun, his eyes were no longer warm but chillingly cold. “What did Mr. Qiang say?” Cao Wanqing approached, smiling. “He invited me to discuss things in Riverdale,” Xiao Shun replied. Her eyes lit up, “That’s great! Maybe we’ll meet there!” “He offered you a role?” Xiao Shun frowned. Confused, Cao Wanqing replied, “Why do you look worried?” After a moment, Xiao Shun advised, “Just be careful around him.” He preferred not to speak ill of others behind their backs, so he left her with just that friendly warning. Cao Wanqing, still puzzled by his cryptic advice, beamed at Xiao Shun. “You stepping in earlier was truly exhilarating! Those cultivators from Riverdale are detestable!” Xiao Shun smiled faintly, his tone resolute. “As a cultivator from the mainland, how could I allow them to humiliate us?” Moved by his words, Cao Wanqing’s eyes shimmered with admiration, her heart stirred with tumultuous emotions.