Chapter 143

Chapter 143: The Wang Family’s Courtship

Under the night sky, Qing Cheng stood tall and grand, like a gigantic beast crouching on the earth.

Inside the city, it was brightly lit as if in daylight, with rows upon rows of buildings, residences, and shops bustling with prosperity.

On the teeming streets, people streamed back and forth like shuttles, and occasional cries of hawkers could be heard, creating a lively clamor.

The city guards, recognizing the identities of the three, immediately paid respectful salutes.

"Please, you three follow me."

Led by that guard captain, the three walked towards the Wang Family residence.

Just like the Lin Family, the Wang Family also sat at the very center of this immense city.

Countless structures were linked together, sprawling over a vast expanse, resembling a city within a city.

At the family entrance, a plaque engraved with the words "Wang Family" was strikingly prominent; the characters were bold and vigorous, gleaming faintly.

It was said that this plaque had been personally inscribed by the Wang Family’s Foundation Establishment ancestor, containing profound principles within.

If ordinary people gazed at it too long, their eyes would feel a stinging pain.

At the gate, a middle-aged man in splendid robes greeted them with a smiling face.

"Third Young Lady, I didn’t expect you to arrive so soon."

Seeing the three, the man stepped forward at once, acting quite amiably.

"Uncle Li." Lin Xin bowed in greeting.

The man was named Wang Li; he was the third son of the Wang Family head, as well as the father of Wang Lang, and Lin Xin’s future father-in-law.

As for why he was called father-in-law.

It was because Wang Lang was to marry into the Lin Family, not Lin Xin marrying out to them.

So in a sense, referring to Wang Li as father-in-law was not entirely unfitting.

Wang Li was an internal steward of the Wang Family, and his coming in person to greet them demonstrated ample respect.

"There’s no need for such formality; we’ll soon be family."

Wang Li chuckled as he helped Lin Xin rise, then turned his gaze to Zhou Luo. "This must be Zhou Luo, I suppose."

"Lord Wang." Zhou Luo saluted with cupped hands.

"Don’t address me so distantly; you can call me Uncle Li like Third Young Lady does."

Seeing Zhou Luo, Wang Li’s smile widened, showing no trace of dignitary airs.

After that, he ushered the three into the residence.

The Wang Family.

When the three appeared, they instantly caught the notice of the family juniors.

These people had long heard Zhou Luo would come; everyone was intensely curious about this young top-level Pill Master.

Right then, men and women stood on the corridors, staring fixedly at Zhou Luo, murmuring among themselves.

"Was that Zhou Luo? And he looked so young."

"I heard he is only in his twenties. If he continued like this, he would surely become a second level Pill Master. So enviable."

"Enviable, what? It was said he only had a Ninth Grade spirit root. Without sufficient cultivation level support, it was unknown if he could even survive to become a second level Pill Master."

"Indeed, it was a pity. Still, even so, his talent was frighteningly abnormal."

"I wonder if he has wives and concubines. I want to marry him."

……

The countless sounds of discussion clearly reached the ears of the group. Zhou Luo hadn’t expected that he was so famous even in the Wang Family.

But it seemed that many people did not think highly of him.

That was fine.

It was best to remain low-key.

Keeping a low profile was not a bad thing.

"What are you looking at? Still not going down?" Wang Li roared fiercely, his expression stern.

The clan juniors hurriedly retreated.

Once they left, Wang Li put on a smile again and spoke to Zhou Luo: "Young Friend Zhou, your fame in the Wang Family is not small; it inevitably invites discussion. Please forgive us."

Zhou Luo shook his head lightly. "Lord Wang, it’s nothing."

"That’s good."

Wang Li continued leading the three to a manor in the core area.

"The journey between the Wang and Lin families is long; you must be tired. Rest here tonight; we’ll discuss matters tomorrow," Wang Li said to the three of them.

"Then, we are indebted to you, Uncle Li," Lin Xin thanked.

"Come, I’ll take you to see the rooms."

Wang Li maintained a smile the whole time and took them to the second floor of the main building.

On the second floor of the main building, there were three very spacious and bright rooms.

Lin Xin and Lin Dong exchanged a glance. In the end, they let Zhou Luo choose the middle room. Lin Dong settled in the room near the staircase handrail, and Lin Xin stayed in the innermost one.

Seeing this, Wang Li’s gaze darkened slightly, but his face still wore a smile. "Good, all the rooms have sound transmission talismans. If anything comes up, you can directly summon the servants here. I’ll come see you again tomorrow."

After giving the instructions, he left.

After the other party departed, Lin Dong called Lin Xin aside and said softly, "Tonight, please be extra cautious, Third Young Lady."

Though he was staying next door, to be safe, he still needed to tell her.

Because he worried that the Wang Family might contact Zhou Luo privately.

After all, with the talent Zhou Luo had displayed now, in the eyes of other long-life families, he was a precious asset.

Even though he was now the Lin Family’s son-in-law.

But who could guarantee he would definitely remain with the Lin Family?

He did not have the Lin Family’s bloodline.

So the Wang Family would surely not pass up this golden opportunity to win him over.

The friendship between the Wang and Lin families was undeniable, but in the face of family benefits, such an alliance was indeed somewhat fragile.

Lin Dong did not know what exactly the Wang Family wanted to do, but he instinctively felt that they would take some action.

He even planned to stay awake tonight and wait until after leaving the Wang Family to handle things.

Lin Xin understood his meaning and nodded gently.

At this moment, Zhou Luo had already entered the room, and the first thing that met his eyes was a spacious and bright area.

The tall wooden beams of the room supported a vast ceiling, with intricately carved textures casting speckled shadows in the moonlight.

On the surrounding walls, the white plaster was smooth as a mirror, reflecting the soft light that filtered in from outside.

Several exquisite carpets were scattered casually on the floor, while neatly arranged furniture revealed an aura of ancient elegance.

In the very center of the room stood a large bed, topped with an embroidered quilt.

A light fragrance still permeated the air, refreshing and heartening.

Zhou Luo sat down on a round chair and poured a cup of spirit tea.

The journey lasting over twenty days had indeed left him mentally exhausted.

He intended to finish this cup of tea and then get some proper rest.

Next door, Lin Xin sat upright on a round chair, listening intently for any disturbance outside the room.

Bang, bang, bang——

Right then, a knocking sound rang out.

She got up and opened the door.

It was a maid with a respectful expression.

Bowing her head, she said softly, "Third Young Lady, Miss Yu Wei wishes to see you."

Hearing this was Wang Yu Wei wanting to meet her, Lin Xin frowned slightly and asked, "What is it about?"

"Miss Yu Wei did not specify, but she said it is a very important matter," the maid replied respectfully.

Lin Xin glanced toward Lin Dong’s room and noticed it was brightly lit; he was probably still awake.

After hesitating for a moment, she nodded and responded, "I understand."

With that, she left the room, but instead of accompanying the maid, she turned and knocked on Zhou Luo’s door.

Zhou Luo opened it with a bemused look.

Lin Xin stared back at him, her expression serious, and declared, "Except for me, do not open the door for anyone."

When Zhou Luo heard these words, he felt greatly puzzled.

Soon after, it struck him that she was fretting over him interacting with the Wang Family.

So he smiled and answered, "I know."

Lin Xin said nothing more, turned, and moved off.

Meanwhile, Zhou Luo shut the door, let out a light chuckle, and muttered, "Am I, Zhou Luo, such an easily swayed person?"