Qin Chu was someone Qi Qingqing was determined to have. How did Carefree Palace fail? Because their combat power was inferior to that of the White Tiger Holy Clan. Why was their combat power inferior to that of the White Tiger Holy Clan? Because the Bloodline talent of the White Tiger Holy Clan was strong, something the members of Carefree Palace could not contend with.
Qi Qingqing felt that if she could have descendants with Qin Chu, then these descendants would possess the Holy Clan Bloodline, a Holy Clan Bloodline that could bear the Qi surname. At that point, they could contend with and suppress the White Tiger Holy Clan.
“If one child isn't enough, then we'll have two more. We won't kill him for now; jailing him is also an option.” Qi Qingqing exhaled a breath. In her eyes, Qin Chu had completely become a breeding stock.
As she gathered information, Qi Qingqing realized the situation was not good, because she had learned about the appearance of Shang Ruoyu.
Qi Qingqing knew Shang Ruoyu's strength. Shang Ruoyu hadn't gained any advantage even on the Holy Martial Continent, so Qi Qingqing certainly couldn't. She also realized that the Holy Martial Enforcers she had encountered were ordinary; if she had met a powerful Holy Martial Enforcer, losing just an arm would have been a simple outcome.
Qin Chu being captured by Shang Ruoyu infuriated Qi Qingqing. The Black Prison Master had given her six months. She believed that with Shang Ruoyu's personality and style, killing Qin Chu was unlikely, as it would create a powerful enemy. However, Shang Ruoyu wouldn't easily release Qin Chu either, because Shang Ruoyu was not someone who would easily back down or admit defeat.
Wait!
After some thought, Qi Qingqing decided to wait. The Enforcers of the Holy Martial Continent would not allow Shang Ruoyu to hold Qin Chu indefinitely. If six months passed and Qin Chu had not returned, the Holy Martial Enforcers would surely take action, possibly even extending to the Dark Martial Continent.
Cultivators all have their dignity and bottom line. If Shang Ruoyu trampled on the Holy Martial Enforcers' bottom line, the result would be war.
In fact, Qi Qingqing's guess was mostly accurate. Shang Ruoyu initially refused to release Qin Chu due to several considerations: fighting, her strength was inferior to the Black Prison Master’s; but releasing Qin Chu easily was unacceptable. The Holy Martial Continent had to offer some conditions, such as not targeting the White Tiger Holy Clan. However, some plans had not yet been implemented when Qin Chu escaped, after bullying her, and a very thorough bullying at that, plundering her most precious possessions.
Qi Qingqing went to the vicinity of Sky Sword City and lay in wait, observing the changes in the situation. She could almost certainly conclude that Qin Chu would either be held by Shang Ruoyu or released.
—————————————————————————————————————————————————— Upon learning of Qin Chu's safe return, Shangshu Tianye and Zhen Han both came to Sky Sword City, to the Vermilion Bird Mountain Villa.
Qin Lingxi warmly received Shangshu Tianye and Zhen Han, with Qin Chu and Shangshu Yu accompanying them throughout.
In private, Shangshu Yu told Qin Chu not to discuss certain matters. As for how he managed to escape, Shangshu Yu's meaning was that, aside from the intimate details between a man and a woman, everything else could be told directly.
As Qin Chu and Shangshu Yu expected, Shangshu Tianye and Zhen Han were very interested in the process of Qin Chu's return. Qin Chu gave a general account, he didn't lie, but he omitted some details.
“It’s good that you’re back. Be careful in the future. You escaped from her hands, so she’ll definitely be thinking about how to catch you back. Ah, what kind of people do you always provoke!” Shangshu Tianye also had a bit of a headache.
“Uncle, I don’t think she will anymore. She is a seventh-rank Venerable Realm Cultivator, and she has the dignity of a seventh-rank Venerable Realm Cultivator.” Qin Chu said. He couldn’t explain clearly to Shangshu Tianye. He felt he had the opportunity to kill Shang Ruoyu but didn’t act, and Shang Ruoyu would appreciate this favor. Furthermore, with their existing relationship, if Shang Ruoyu had any humanity, she wouldn’t pursue him to the death.
“You still need to be careful. If you don’t think for yourself, you must also think for Yu’er.” Shangshu Tianye said.
Qin Chu nodded. There were some things he had to consider.
After their conversation, it was time for the banquet.
Once the banquet was set, Shangshu Tianye took out a large wine cup. “Sister Lingxi, where is Qingyi? Call him over, we are all old acquaintances, let’s drink together and have fun!”
Qin Lingxi went to call Qingyi. Qingyi had recently been in a state of closed-door Cultivation.
After Qingyi arrived, he clasped his fists towards Shangshu Tianye and Zhen Han.
“Qingyi, don’t be so formal. When Qin Chu’s parents went to the Azure Dragon Holy Clan, you followed them. We’ve known each other for twenty years. Everyone knows your affection for Qin Chu. He is my son-in-law, so we are naturally friends.” Shangshu Tianye said.
“Clan Chief Shangshu wants to drink, is it to seek revenge?” Qingyi said with a smile.
“What you said, drinking is primary, revenge is secondary.” Shangshu Tianye said with a smile.
Qin Chu and Qingyi took out their large wine cups and started drinking with Shangshu Tianye. The women used smaller wine cups.
Shangshu Tianye started off very boldly, but he was the first to falter. After a few cups, he leaned back in his chair, panting heavily, “I can’t do it anymore, next time we fight!”
Qin Chu shook his head. He was also impressed by Shangshu Tianye, who repeatedly fought despite setbacks, truly never lacking the courage to try again after failure.
Qingyi and Qin Chu drank a few more cups, feeling a bit dizzy, before they stopped.
“Mother, please take care of Father. I’ll take Qin Chu to rest.” Shangshu Yu stood up and said.
Watching Shangshu Yu help Qin Chu leave, Zhen Han nodded. She had been a bit worried about her daughter before, fearing that her pampered daughter wouldn't know how to care for others or be a good wife. Now it seemed there was no problem; she also saw that Qin Chu and Shangshu Yu had deep affection for each other.
After greeting Qin Lingxi and Qingyi, Zhen Han took Shangshu Tianye to rest as well.
Upon entering the room, Shangshu Tianye wiped his face and exhaled. He then circulated his Origin Qi to restore his state. “These two beasts are too fierce. After I go back, I still need to Cultivate.”
“Haha! Whether you drink a lot or a little, as long as you’re happy. Did you notice? Qin Chu and Yu’er have a very good relationship.” Zhen Han said with a smile.
“They already had feelings for each other; the engagement was just icing on the cake. Their future life will be fine. That Qin Chu kid got off easy.” Shangshu Tianye said.
“You can’t say that. Our Yu’er is excellent, but Qin Chu is not bad either. Among young people his age, who can compare to him? What you should be thinking about now is how to protect them.” Zhen Han said.
“On the Holy Martial Continent, ordinary people wouldn't dare to touch Qin Chu. Besides the support from the Vermilion Bird Holy Clan and the Azure Dragon Holy Clan, the Black Prison Master's deterrent power is not fake. Perhaps he might not be able to rescue him in time, but who can withstand his revenge?” Shangshu Tianye said.
“Let’s not talk about the people on the Holy Martial Continent, what about outsiders? That Qi Qingqing wants to borrow a breeding stock; isn’t this bullying our daughter? You must handle this matter well!” Zhen Han said.
“This matter of borrowing a breeding stock is truly annoying. If she had chosen anyone else, I wouldn’t stop her. But interfering with our daughter’s happiness is unacceptable.” Shangshu Tianye was a bit dejected. Qi Qingqing’s whereabouts were unknown, what could he do?
“And that Shang Ruoyu, she won’t let go of our son-in-law either. What a mess!” Zhen Han was also a bit troubled. A woman holding onto her son-in-law, it was a headache for her too.