Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 257: Is This Retribution?

"I hereby declare that Xu Ping’an has won this battle," announced General Yan Wu.

At these words, there arose an incomparably fervent cheer throughout the venue.

Everyone’s gaze towards Xu Ping’an was filled with endless admiration.

Especially the women, their eyes on Xu Ping’an were practically glistening with desire.

Each one seemed eager to bear his children immediately.

Xu Ping’an was already handsome, and now with the domineering aura of his physique, he was truly a woman’s kryptonite.

Hearing the shouts of everyone in the arena, Xu Ping’an felt helpless.

"Master Xu, your strength is indeed formidable. I am not your match. Everyone knows of Master Xu. Do you have time tonight? I wish to share a drink and enjoy a pleasant conversation with you," Tang Qingyu approached and said.

At this moment, there was no trace of defeat on her face.

On the contrary, her eyes towards Xu Ping’an carried a tender and affectionate look.

Xu Ping’an was taken aback.

What’s with this woman?

"No, I have other matters to attend to," Xu Ping’an quickly refused.

"That’s fine. Whenever Master Xu is free, Qingyu will come to visit," Tang Qingyu said, bowing slightly with respect.

Xu Ping’an wore a face of helplessness.

Had Tang Qingyu taken a fancy to him?

Many people witnessed this scene, and some were filled with envy.

Meanwhile, Song Lingxue was visibly angry, cursing vehemently, "Shameless woman, wanting to seduce my master after losing to him, to think of seducing my master. Pah, utterly shameless."

Hearing this, Dugu Tianyu couldn’t help but laugh and cry at the same time.

But at this moment, Xu Ping’an was indeed the man most women yearned for in their dreams.

Among the top five of the Holy Refinement, and possessing a first-rank physique.

Moreover, he was a Refiner Master, with the potential to become an Immortal Instrument Master in the future.

With so many accolades combined, he was undoubtedly dazzling.

Even Song Kaitian of the academy could not compare.

Therefore, those who would pursue Xu Ping’an would probably swarm like bees and butterflies.

Certain major powers would arrange for young and beautiful women to come into contact with Xu Ping’an.

However, it seemed that Xu Ping’an was not someone easily approached.

Not far away, in the area belonging to the Hehuan Sect...

Zhou Mengyue looked towards Xu Ping’an with a complex expression.

Nowadays, Xu Ping’an was incredibly dazzling, to the point that even Tang Qingyu showed a fondness for him.

"Buzz!"

Just then, a Seventh Rank Peak Level middle-aged beauty appeared behind Zhou Mengyue.

"Great Elder, you were looking for me?" Zhou Mengyue asked in surprise.

This time, the Sect Master of the Hehuan Sect had not come, instead, the team was led by the Great Elder of the Hehuan Sect, which was this middle-aged woman with the beautiful appearance.

"The Sect Master has ordered that you approach Xu Ping’an. If possible, to dual cultivate with him would be of great benefit to both you and the Sect," said the Great Elder.

Zhou Mengyue’s heart quivered.

"The dual cultivation partner chosen for me by the master is Xu Ping’an?" Zhou Mengyue could hardly believe her ears.

As the Saintess of the Hehuan Sect, she had no say in selecting her own dual cultivation partner.

Usually, the Sect Master would arrange it, choosing from among the era’s prodigies.

She had assumed her master would have her approach Song Kaitian, Long Zhan, or even Yu Chenglin.

But to her surprise, her master had instructed her to approach Xu Ping’an.

"Yes, it’s Xu Ping’an. Are you dissatisfied? Xu Ping’an’s talent is undoubtedly the strongest among these people, and he might become an Immortal Instrument Master in the future. If we can win him over, it will bring immense benefits to our Hehuan Sect," the Great Elder explained.

"But Master knows about my relationship with Xu Ping’an, how could she..." Zhou Mengyue quickly said.

"Yes, the Sect Leader knows, and precisely because of that relationship, she wants you to make contact. After all, you are still nominally husband and wife for a day, and your chance of success is very high," the Great Elder said.

"But... he would rather kill me," Zhou Mengyue quickly argued.

"Then resolve it. Hasn’t he asked you to retrieve the Hehuan Sect’s information? This is your opportunity, and besides, this is an order from the Sect Leader. Don’t tell me you’re thinking of disobeying?" the Great Elder said very sternly.

Zhou Mengyue’s face was filled with bitterness.

She knew that once her master issued an order, it would not be changed.

That meant, whether she liked it or not, she had to go.

"Furthermore, the Sect Leader has selected five women from the Sect whose looks and talents are both extremely good. They too have the same mission of making contact with Xu Ping’an. Whoever succeeds will replace you as the next Hehuan Sect leader, so think carefully about what you need to do," the Great Elder said before vanishing from sight.

Zhou Mengyue’s face was a picture of daze.

In other words, whether she could retain her identity as the Hehuan Sect’s Saintess would depend on Xu Ping’an.

Thinking of this, Zhou Mengyue laughed at herself even more.

She never thought it would come to this in the end.

Being tasked to seduce Xu Ping’an was truly ridiculous.

She feared that even if she were to stand naked before him, he wouldn’t spare her a second glance, right?

Thinking of this, Zhou Mengyue suddenly felt a bit pathetic.

The power she relied on ultimately still had to please Xu Ping’an.

What did she have to fight Xu Ping’an with?

Was this heaven’s retribution for her?

Xu Ping’an was unaware of Zhou Mengyue’s situation.

At that moment, he had returned to the viewing stands.

"Master, you are too awesome, I even want to bear your monkeys," Song Lingxue excitedly said.

Xu Ping’an gave her a big roll of the eyes.

He turned his head to look towards Li Qingyi’s direction.

Li Qingyi had already come to her senses by now, but her complexion was as white as paper.

Her injuries were severe, and it would take some time for her to recuperate.

"Congratulations, Junior Brother Ping’an, on advancing to the top five," Li Qingyi said with a smile.

Xu Ping’an smiled and said, "That wasn’t difficult for me, advancing to the top five is no big deal."

"Sure, with your charm, subduing Tang Qingyu was indeed not difficult," Li Qingyi said lightly.

When Xu Ping’an heard this, he laughed.

Was this girl jealous?

"There’s nothing between Tang Qingyu and me, and there won’t be. Don’t worry," Xu Ping’an said with a smile.

Li Qingyi’s face showed a happy smile upon hearing Xu Ping’an’s words.

"Of course, I know you have nothing between you, but from now on, there will inevitably be many more temptations around you, Junior Brother Ping’an," Li Qingyi said with a smile.

"Then you can block them for me; don’t you have confidence in yourself?" Xu Ping’an said with a smile.

"Of course I’m confident, and I will definitely block all the temptations for you, but this disciple of yours..." Li Qingyi couldn’t help but look towards Song Lingxue, who wasn’t far away.

"I have no such intentions with her; I am only simply teaching her some Artifact Refining," Xu Ping’an shook his head and said.

Li Qingyi laughed and did not linger on these topics.

"Alright, I won’t tease you anymore. I can’t participate in the next competition, and you might be facing Du Juan and Song Kaitian, especially that Du Juan. Be careful, I feel like she’s targeting you," Li Qingyi said gravely.

Xu Ping’an smiled lightly.

Women’s intuition was indeed accurate.

At that moment, Xu Ping’an saw Du Juan approaching them.

Xu Ping’an’s eyes immediately turned sharp.