Chapter 79: Family Law

South Lake, surrounded by mountains on three sides, features nine inlets and thirteen bays. Among them, the Nanmuzu Peninsula stretches deep into the heart of the lake, resembling a swimming dragon, possessing a magnificent and ever-changing atmosphere.

"Wind turns, clouds break, the rain clears,
Warm sunlight shines again by the lake.
Scattered red blossoms bloom on the mountain apricots,
A fresh green carpet of duckweed spreads across the water."

Li Yu stood on the shore of Lu Zui, looking at the fields of fluffy reeds, and spoke with deep emotion.

"Sister-in-law! Are you feeling better now?" Li Yu looked at Ehuang beside him with a face full of concern.

Lately, Ehuang had been very strange, always avoiding him. Whenever she saw Li Yu, she would turn her head away in silence, which left him feeling quite frustrated. He could only attribute this to the passing of Lord Shun, which had caused a shift in Ehuang's state of mind. Poor sister-in-law!

Li Yu tried to touch Ehuang’s delicate hand, but to his surprise, she recoiled as if struck by lightning, side-stepping three yards away.

Li Yu: "..."

"Sister-in-law! Shall I rent a fishing boat later so we can fish by the lakeside?" Li Yu tried once more to see if Ehuang truly loathed him.

"Mm," Ehuang whispered in agreement.

Li Yu: "..."

***

Headquarters of the Yin-Yang School.

Nüying had been restless lately. Every night, she had strange dreams, dreaming daily of intimate, lingering, and tangled encounters with the Marquis of Guan Nei, whom she had only recently met, lasting until dawn. This left Nüying feeling very perplexed. Furthermore, Li Yu’s figure would appear in her mind from time to time during the day. This was truly inconceivable.

"Sister! What is wrong with you?" Nüying murmured to herself, her expression full of worry.

***

"Let us row the double oars, the little boat pushes aside the waves..." Li Yu rowed the small boat, startling a flock of wild ducks in the warm water.

"The sunset clouds and the lone wild duck fly together; the autumn water is the same color as the vast sky. Sister-in-law! Look at how affectionate those mandarin ducks are!" Li Yu pointed at two birds in the distance.

"Those are mallards," Ehuang corrected him.

"Sister-in-law even knows these?" Li Yu asked with interest.

"The Water Department of the Yin-Yang School has many of them," Ehuang explained.

"The Yin-Yang School must be a very beautiful place!" Li Yu sighed.

"It is quite nice," Ehuang nodded gently.

"I truly want to see it. A place that can produce a peerless beauty like you must be a land of outstanding people and divine spirits!" Li Yu teased tentatively.

"Brother Yu is joking!" Ehuang’s face began to blush again.

"I am serious!" Li Yu tossed the oars aside, leaned forward, and knelt before Ehuang.

"Ehuang! Let me take care of you for the rest of your life!" Li Yu changed his address, calling her by her name directly, his expression full of deep affection and tenderness.

Ehuang was completely startled and wanted to leave, but surrounded by the lake on all sides, there was nowhere to go.

Li Yu seized the opportunity to take hold of Ehuang’s delicate hands: "Ehuang! Give me a chance!"

Ehuang felt her heart trembling violently; the surge of blood to her head made it impossible to think.

"Since Ehuang does not speak, I shall take it as your consent!" Saying this, Li Yu leaned forward again, pulling Ehuang into his arms. Feeling her warmth like water, he breathed in the scent of her hair and whispered, "Ehuang, I love you! Marry me!"

Ehuang felt her heart trembling. She did not know how to respond, but the fiery torment within her made her yearn to agree. Knowing it was wrong, she could not help but nod slightly.

Li Yu felt her answer.

"Qian—!"

A massive Taiji Eight-Trigrams diagram spanning twenty kilometers appeared within the natural scenery. As the mystical diagram vanished, the pair of lovers on the small boat disappeared from the surface of the lake as well.

***

Yin-Yang School.

Nüying lay on her bed, clutching her quilt in internal conflict, covered in a light sweat. Sounds of passion escaped her lips from time to time, full of agony.

In the bamboo building by the small lake, Tang Wan'er watched the purple mist over the water, listening to the sounds of passion and the familiar gasps coming from next door. A faint, seductive smile played on her lips.

***

Tiandou Empire Palace.

The palace grounds were vast. Li Yu rode in Ning Fengzhi's carriage directly through the palace gates, yet it still took the time of a tea break to reach the main hall.

Stepping off the carriage, he was greeted by majestic white stone gates nearly ten meters high. The hall itself was a hollowed-out masterpiece, showcasing the architectural standards of Douluo. The assembly hall, as large as a football field, had no supporting pillars, which left Li Yu secretly amazed.

"Brother! This palace is so luxurious!" Xiao Wu followed closely behind Li Yu, looking around with curiosity and awe.

Every piece of furniture was a meticulously carved work of art, and the decorations felt perfectly natural, clearly the work of masters. Compared to the majesty of the Spirit Hall, the extreme luxury displayed by the Tiandou Palace truly opened Li Yu's eyes.

The appearance of a certain figure made Li Yu instantly excited. Ignoring Ning Fengzhi and the others, he walked straight up and took the person’s hand: "Your Highness, the Crown Prince! To see you here is truly a great fortune in three lifetimes!"

Xue Qinghe twitched the corner of his mouth, utterly speechless.

"Brother! This is the palace! Isn't it normal to see the Crown Prince?" Xiao Wu blinked her adorable, charming eyes, confused. Why had her brother suddenly become foolish?

"Ah! Look at my memory! I was so focused on seeing the Crown Prince that I forgot this is the palace. My apologies, my apologies!" Li Yu did not let go of the hand he was holding and continued to chat with forced excitement.

"Your Highness! Do you know that I felt an immediate bond with you? I have long wished to become your sworn brother! Ah, phew! I mean, a brother in spirit! I was just afraid you would look down on my low status, so I never dared to say it. But I can no longer hide these words in my heart. Your Highness, could you give me a chance to live and die with you? Your affairs are my affairs, and whatever the Crown Prince wishes to do, I, Li, will be the first to support!" Li Yu rambled on, leaving Xue Qinghe completely speechless.

Ning Fengzhi also stood there stunned, his mouth twitching; he felt there was a deeper meaning to Li Yu's behavior. Xiao Wu watched her brother with a speechless expression, wondering what medicine he had taken today.

"Ha, ha, ha—" A burst of mocking laughter came from nearby.

"Brother! This bumpkin actually dares to think of befriending you! Ha, ha, ha! It kills me with laughter!"

Li Yu looked at the man who was laughing until he was out of breath, pointed at him, and asked Xue Qinghe: "Who is this idiot?"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone present froze. They all stared at Li Yu with wide eyes. Xue Qinghe, however, wore a faint, unreadable smile.

***

The man, hearing Li Yu's words, jumped up, ran to him, and threw a punch.

"Truly an idiot!" Li Yu said, flicking his hand aside and pushing forward.

The man flew backward like a cannonball, landing right next to the throne in front of the hall. He fell to the ground, and soon others rushed to help him up. The man stood, checking himself, but found no injuries.

Everyone present was stunned by Li Yu's display. Xue Qinghe narrowed his eyes. He had originally thought Li Yu was just a talented musician, but he turned out to be an expert. The precision and control of force he had just displayed were master-level. Ning Fengzhi was also slightly surprised; compared to swordsmanship, Li Yu seemed even more adept at movement techniques.

The man walked down from the throne platform and came to Li Yu’s side, glaring at him fiercely, but he did not dare to attack again.

At this moment, Emperor Xue Ye stepped out: "Sect Master Ning said my empire had a rare talent. Seeing it today, it is indeed remarkable! My son is unskilled and gave you a fright! Xue Beng, hurry and thank this gentleman for his mercy!"

Li Yu’s first glance was not at Emperor Xue Ye, but at the person beside him. A tall figure, a fair face, wavy golden hair cascading over her shoulders, and a faint, seductive smile. Her high-slit dress revealed her figure, especially the majestic mountains on her chest—estimated at an H-cup—truly surging and breathtaking. She stood in stark contrast to the white-haired, elderly man beside her.

*Old pervert,* Li Yu thought. *No wonder he’s still chasing Tang Yuehua at his age; we are cut from the same cloth.*

"I am Li Yu, greetings to Emperor Xue Ye!" Li Yu bowed slightly.

"I wish for you to be Xue Beng’s teacher, would that be possible?" Xue Ye stated the reason for Li Yu’s invitation, presumably recommended by Ning Fengzhi.

Li Yu shook his head: "Everything depends on fate. I have no such fate with Prince Xue Beng; it cannot be forced." Li Yu then turned his gaze toward Xue Qinghe.

Xue Qinghe felt a wave of nausea. *Why are you looking at me?!*

Li Yu flashed a brilliant smile at Xue Qinghe: "I share a bond with the Crown Prince and wish to become sworn brothers with him. Does Your Majesty allow it?"

Emperor Xue Ye was stunned and hesitant: "This... it depends on the Crown Prince's wishes!"

Li Yu smiled at Xue Qinghe: "Your Highness, you wouldn't truly look down on me like Prince Xue Beng said, would you?"

Xue Qinghe thought: *Why do you keep hounding me?!* But his expression remained elegant: "Naturally not! But matters of the royal family cannot be decided in a single word!"

Li Yu nodded with a smile: "I understand! How about this: let us be friends first! The Crown Prince cannot refuse that, or it would hurt our friendship!"

Hearing this, Xue Qinghe agreed happily: "That is naturally fine!"

Li Yu: "I’ll come find you when I have time; don't refuse me!"

Xue Qinghe had a sudden, ominous premonition.

On the platform, besides Emperor Xue Ye, another person was very interested in Li Yu, her enchanting blue eyes fixed on him. He was graceful, well-spoken, and his eyes were full of confidence and sunshine.

***

Spirit Hall.

With a scream, a figure flew out of the hall. Li Yu lay on the ground, looking at his raised right hand, chuckling foolishly.

Inside the hall, Bibi Dong’s willow eyebrows arched in anger as she said to Li Yu outside: "If you dare to move your hands and feet again, I will use you as a flag sacrifice!"

Li Yu performed a kip-up, stood, dusted himself off, and walked back in.

"Master! That was just an accident! Who told you your bottom was so big? It took up all the space!"

"Do you want to die?" Bibi Dong, for reasons unknown, had lost all her years of composure since meeting Li Yu.

"To die under a peony flower, one is still a romantic ghost. What is there to fear in death?" Li Yu murmured to himself.

"Li Yu! You are overflowing with talent; you should not be obsessed with petty romance all day!" Bibi Dong lectured him with a "hatred for iron not becoming steel" tone.

*My power comes precisely from petty romance!* Li Yu dared not tell Bibi Dong this.

"Master! The Slaughter King in the Capital of Slaughter is Tang Chen of the Clear Sky School. His strength is at level 99, and with the Shura Sword in his hands, he is almost invincible in this world. We must find a way to trick him to death!" Li Yu shared what he knew.

"What is the way?" Bibi Dong’s cold face remained perfect, her silk-like eyes gazing at her disciple, trying to suppress his glowing, peach-blossom eyes.

"That woman, the Rakshasa God, has a grudge against the Shura God. We can exploit this. Tell her Tang Chen is about to break through the parasitism of the Blood-Red Nine-Headed Bat King, and ask her to make your trials easier. You go fool the Rakshasa God; leave the rest to me. There will always be a way in the Capital of Slaughter. Besides, I need to take a trip to Sea God Island when I have time; early deployment is never a bad thing!" Li Yu spoke eloquently.

"And that futures trading, you must also follow up on it," Bibi Dong instructed.

Li Yu said with a miserable face: "Master! It is very hard for me to run around alone! How about you reward me with a kiss? That would give me motivation!"

"Get out—"

"As you wish!" Li Yu ran out of the hall obediently.

Bibi Dong watched his back and fell into deep thought.

"Master! It is not worth it to sacrifice yourself for someone who does not cherish you! My heart aches! If it were me, I would never let you feel a shred of sorrow! I will take the burden, I will take the blame! As long as you have me, I am willing to die for you!"

Recalling Li Yu's words, Bibi Dong’s beautiful eyes gradually became hazy.

***

Star Dou Great Forest, Life Lake.

The lake was as smooth as a mirror, its pale green water like the finest natural jade, flashing with a life-giving green light. Around the lake, towering ancient trees reached into the clouds. On the surface, a faint mist drifted, and the humid air carried the unique fragrance of plants.

Here, it was full of the breath of life—a vitality at least several times stronger than the outside world. Here, natural elements of all attributes were active; it was as if this were the origin of life, where all creatures of the Star Dou Great Forest were born. Here, it was filled with the truths of heaven and earth. It seemed that even a single sound would shatter the peace and beauty of this place.

Li Yu had no mind to appreciate this picturesque scenery because a person was blocking his path—over two meters tall, with explosive muscles, black scales covering his shoulders and neck, messy black hair, and golden pupils, giving off an aura of dominance.

"I am Li Yu, greetings—" Li Yu turned to Ziji beside him: "Who is this?"

"Di Tian," Ziji said coldly.

"Oh! Di Tian!" Li Yu cupped his hands in greeting.

"Is this the human the Lord is looking for?" Di Tian didn't even look at Li Yu, speaking to Ziji.

"Yes!" Ziji replied simply.

"The Lord is in deep slumber and no one knows when she will wake! Arrange a place for him to stay!" After saying this, Di Tian turned and left, never looking at Li Yu once.

Li Yu: "..." He turned to Ziji: "Um... didn't you guys ask for my opinion?"

"Follow me," Ziji said, leading Li Yu deep into the forest.

***

Li Yu: "..." *Is there not a single normal person here?*

"Ziji, you're back!" A gentle, pleasant voice came from behind Li Yu.

Li Yu turned to look.

A jade-green dress made her look noble and elegant. Her jade-green hair, reaching her waist, danced with the wind, highlighting a sense of flawlessness. Her lively, large eyes were full of alluring charm. At a glance, the feminine pheromones radiating from her made Li Yu’s heart skip a beat.

"I am Li Yu, greetings, Miss!" Li Yu took the initiative to greet her.

"Miss... you are quite funny! My name is Bi Ji; nice to meet you, human!" Bi Ji introduced herself proactively.

*Oh! Finally, a normal person!*

Li Yu smiled at Bi Ji: "I was invited here, but I wonder when your Lord will wake up?" Li Yu voiced his concerns to this big sister who seemed easier to talk to.

For a creature like a soul beast that sleeps for thousands of years, Li Yu would go crazy if he didn't prepare himself.

"I don't know! The last time the Lord woke up was by chance," Bi Ji said, seeing Li Yu’s worry and looking anxious herself.

*Damn it! Am I going to have to wait here forever?* According to the timeline, the Silver Dragon King Gu Yuena would not wake up for at least a thousand years. Was he going to spend his whole life here? By the time he saw her again, his grave would be covered in towering trees.

"I will only wait ten days; when the time is up, I’m leaving!" Li Yu said, turning toward Ziji: "Ji'er, let's go!"

"Ji'er?" Bi Ji was slightly stunned by Li Yu's address, then began to laugh.

***

Zhao Wang City.

Zhao Qian’s return to the country was a moment of great pride. He didn't even sit in his carriage, choosing instead to ride a tall horse, basking in the welcome of the people along the way. King Yan of Zhao also sent civil and military officials to meet the victorious army outside Handan City.

Today was the peak moment of Zhao Qian’s life. Although his hair color was a bit green...

While Zhao Qian headed toward the capital, Li Yu’s villa was full of spring vitality.

"Husband! Today your master returns! I can no longer be as intimate with you as I am now!" A bewitching voice wrapped around the pillars, seducing Li Yu’s nerves.

"You can't come out! But I can come in!" Li Yu said with a smile.

"But it won't be as satisfying as it is now!" Xiao Meiniang couldn't help but complain.

"Then come with me to the ends of the earth, wouldn't that be carefree?" Li Yu suggested again.

"You’re just talking nonsense!" Mu Shuiyan thought Li Yu was joking: "Husband! Today you must satisfy me! Make it so I can't get out of bed!"

"Fine!" As Li Yu finished speaking, sounds of passion and the rhythmic crashing of waves echoed through the room.

***

Arriving at the same time as Zhao Qian was Gongsun Liji. When Jing Ke brought his junior sister to Xianyang City, Li Yu was already waiting outside the city to welcome them.

Jing Ke was slightly surprised and stepped forward to ask: "When did Brother Li return to Qin?"

Li Yu smiled: "Just arrived, waiting here for you!"

In truth, Li Yu had not only arranged for Jing Ke to be seen but had also secretly arranged for people to protect them along the way. After all, it was his woman! Li Yu cared for her deeply.

After exchanging a few words with Jing Ke, Li Yu boarded the carriage. Seeing Liji, whom he hadn't seen in over a month, he first gave her a hug: "Liji, you’ve worked hard! From now on, we will never be apart again!"

"To be able to come to my husband's home, Liji is very happy!" Gongsun Liji felt Li Yu’s tenderness, and her heart stirred with excitement.

"I will lead the way for Brother Jing; please wait a moment!" Li Yu stroked Liji’s flawless face.

"Mm," Liji was now filled with anticipation for the future.

When Jing Ke arrived at Li Yu’s mansion, he was shocked once again: "You are the Marquis of Guan Nei of Qin?"

Jing Ke finally realized.

"Brother Jing! A title is just an identity; it has nothing to do with our friendship! Come! Let's go inside and sit!" Saying this, Li Yu walked toward the carriage behind and lifted the curtain: "Madam! We are home!"

When Liji saw Li Yu’s mansion, she could hardly believe it. When they met in Zhao, she had thought Li Yu was merely a wealthy man. She never expected him to be a Marquis. Who would believe such a young Marquis existed? But the mansion before her proved it was true!

Liji also experienced the same feeling as Fei Xinyun. The house was full of peerless beauties; it was like arriving in a kingdom of flowers. Especially Yan Lingji in her blue robes—her appearance was enough to make even a woman’s heart flutter.

Jing Ke did not enter the inner courtyard. Yan Fei, as the primary wife, warmly introduced all the beauties to Liji!

Li Yu stood to the side, chuckling foolishly.

*If life is like this, what more can one ask for?*

Li Yu felt his life had reached its peak.

***

In a small town near Daze Village.

Li Yu was thrusting with great effort, while the beauty beneath him was pleased and accommodating, her seductive cries rising wave after wave. As the beauty rolled her eyes back and her body spasmed, Li Yu gently held her in his arms, resting on her majestic bosom.

Tang Wan'er stroked Li Yu’s hair: "Husband, was the sister-in-law delicious?"

"Delicious!" Li Yu said, kissing her.

"How will you thank me?" Tang Wan'er’s seductive eyes held a hint of cunning.

"Hmm?" Li Yu lifted his head to look at her.

Seeing Li Yu’s serious expression, Tang Wan'er was terrified: "I saw that you couldn't stop thinking about her, so I used this strategy! Are you angry?"

Li Yu used his "family law," thrusting hard: "What happened? Tell me everything at once!"

"Oh! I... I carry aphrodisiacs with me! So I put some in her tea! Husband, please forgive me!" Tang Wan'er was breathless, full of seduction, not knowing if she was begging for mercy or begging for more.

Li Yu continued to thrust while lecturing: "Where did the medicine come from?"

Tang Wan'er bit her lip, enduring the strange sensations in her body, and answered: "Ji Wuye used to use this medicine to train me! It was left behind by him!"

"Next time you have an idea, tell me first; don't act on your own." Saying this, he began to thrust even deeper.

"Yes—" Tang Wan'er’s final sound came out in a tremor.