Liu Xiao stood dazedly by the flowerbed, dressed in form-fitting white garments with long sleeves and pants. She reached out, gently holding a small pink flower in bloom.

She wasn’t the most beautiful woman Lin Hui had ever seen, but she had a unique air about her.

The form-fitting clothes revealed her figure. Her bust was fuller than the average woman’s, and her rear was perky and round. Her legs weren’t exceptionally long, but they were well-proportioned, with the toned, slender lines that came from years of practicing Martial Arts.

Sensing Lin Hui’s arrival, Liu Xiao turned around, her expression serious as she stared at him.

"I’ve considered many outcomes for my future, but I never imagined it would be you."

"What do you mean?" Lin Hui was taken aback.

"You’ve seen every inch of me. I can’t marry anyone else now, so I have to choose you. When are you going to sleep with me?" Liu Xiao said bluntly.

"..." Lin Hui had imagined many ways this meeting could go, but he never expected Liu Xiao to be so direct.

"What? Are you trying to get out of it!?" Liu Xiao’s almond-shaped eyes widened in a glare, her chest heaving as she looked ready to fly into a rage.

But the thought that she couldn’t beat her little brother made her instantly swallow her anger.

"I don’t care what you think. I’m a very traditional person. You saw everything, so now you have to have children with me! Or else..."

"Or else what?" Lin Hui asked, not quite knowing why.

"Or else I’ll kill myself!" Liu Xiao’s eyes began to sting, and a film of tears welled up. She fought them back, trying not to lose her composure in front of her brother. But the emotions that had built up since she’d regained her senses were like a bursting dam, impossible to contain.

’She couldn’t beat her brother. Her only option was to use her own life to pressure him. If he didn’t even care about that, then she would truly be out of options...’

"Sigh..." Lin Hui was at a loss for words. He could see the distress his second sister was in.

"Alright. We’ll get married when we return home."

"It’s a promise!" Liu Xiao said quickly.

"It’s a promise."

Lin Hui wasn’t opposed to the idea. In truth, he wasn’t particularly fixated on getting married. His second sister was decisive and vigorous, dedicated only to her ascetic training, and handled matters with clean efficiency. She was indeed a good choice.

’Getting married just like this... come to think of it, it’s not a bad idea at all...’

The two of them returned to the Lin Family that very day and announced their decision.

His father, Lin Shunhe, was stunned on the spot. Just a short while ago, Liu Xiao had been kicking up a fuss as if she’d rather die, running away faster than a startled monkey. Now, she was adamantly insisting on marrying no one but Lin Hui. The turnaround seemed a little too drastic.

But it was a good thing. He had no reason to object—in fact, he had been a supporter all along. He approved it on the spot and immediately began preparations for the wedding ceremony.

Liu Shenglan was also very pleased that her daughter would be joined with Lin Hui. Having spent so much time around him, she knew what kind of person the Lin Family’s Lin Hui was. Though his reputation in the outside world was terrible, those close to him knew his private life was remarkably clean. He treated himself with the discipline of an Ascetic Monk; if he wasn’t practicing Martial Arts, he was practicing more Martial Arts. A man so pure, and so immensely powerful, would undoubtedly father a child of the highest aptitude in this dangerous world.

Strength passed down from generation to generation, ensuring long life and prosperity—that was the way for a family to grow strong.

His mother, Yao Shan, was even more delighted. She was fond of both her son and Liu Xiao. She had previously worried that her son might be tricked or deceived when it came to marriage. But now, with Xiao Xiao—Yao Shan knew very well what kind of person she was—she was naturally supportive.

The only one who was worried was Lin Xiaoliu.

The wedding was scheduled for the third day after the decision was made.

The wedding banquet was a small affair, with invitations sent only to the Disciples of the Clear Wind Dao and a few new connections the Lin Family had recently made. At Lin Hui’s own request, the three City Lords merely sent their congratulatory gifts in secret, so as not to alarm the rest of the Lin Family.

With such a powerful connection, Lin Hui’s previous plans were no longer necessary. It was a classic case of plans being unable to keep up with changes.

He also worried that if those around him learned of this connection, it could breed arrogance and trouble. After all, many problems arise when people’s view of themselves becomes too inflated.

It was better to keep it hidden and let everyone continue to live their quiet lives with their usual mindset. If they ever encountered real trouble, he could tap into that connection as needed.

In Lin Hui’s eyes, simply being able to live a quiet life without worrying about food, drink, or safety was already a rare blessing in this world.

Thus, the battle with Tuyue at sea was kept secret. Aside from Liu Xiao, no one in the Lin Family knew about it; they weren’t even aware such a fight had occurred.

Even Liu Xiao only had a vague memory of a powerful woman using her to threaten her brother, and that he had rescued her. That was all.

As for her other memories, they had been completely erased thanks to Gongsun Xinlian’s intervention.

After all, those memories were entirely the product of Tuyue’s enchantment.

After the wedding banquet.

Lin Xiaoliu grabbed Liu Xiao’s hand, her own trembling.

"Second Sister... you have to be careful...!"

"Mm, don’t worry. I’ve remembered everything you told me." Dressed in a crimson bridal gown, Liu Xiao’s made-up face was beautiful but stern, her eyes filled with earnestness.

It was a well-known fact that Lin Xiaoliu had the highest sensory talent in the Lin Family.

Her ability to communicate had been improving lately, allowing her to express herself much more clearly.

This time, she was the only one in the family who wasn’t happy.

So, after noticing this, Liu Xiao took the initiative to have a long, heart-to-heart talk with her one night. When it was over, Liu Xiao’s expression had become just like Lin Xiaoliu’s: serious and tinged with worry.

"Brother Hui is a good person, but the power in him... it’s just too terrifying... One wrong move, and you, Second Sister, you might..." Lin Xiaoliu clutched Liu Xiao’s hand as if this were a final, tragic farewell.

"Don’t be afraid. If it really comes to that, then it is my destiny!" Liu Xiao said seriously.

Not far away, Lin Hui and the others watched on, their expressions strange and speechless.

’He didn’t know what Lin Xiaoliu had sensed, but he knew his own power. After so much ascetic training, his control was perfect. There was no way he would accidentally hurt Liu Xiao.’

’Besides, Liu Xiao was also a Priest. Her body was extremely tough; she wouldn’t be injured easily.’

That evening, after rounds of toasts, Lin Hui took Liu Xiao by the arm. Amidst the blessings and smiles of the crowd, they walked into a courtyard behind the Lin Mansion that had been specially prepared for them.

Lin Shunhe and the others had also had too much to drink and were getting sleepy, so they all dispersed to get some rest.

The Lin Family’s newly acquired mansion was large enough for everyone present to have their own room for the night.

Su Yaping and Xia Si presented their gifts and then retired to their rooms as well.

Everyone was filled with anticipation, wondering about the aptitude of the children Lin Hui would one day have.

Everything seemed so wonderful, peaceful, and happy.

Inside the bridal chamber.

Lin Hui lifted Liu Xiao in his arms and gently placed her on the bed.

"Second Sister..."

"Ah Hui... I... I actually have a strange quirk. Sometimes, when I want something, I’m too embarrassed to say it. So... if you find that the more I say ’no,’ it actually means... I really, really want it..." Liu Xiao wasn’t completely inexperienced; she knew about the affairs between men and women. Her face was flushed crimson, and she covered it with her hands, not daring to look at Lin Hui.

"I understand," Lin Hui nodded solemnly.

"Mm... You... you can start!" Liu Xiao pressed her hands tighter against her face, as if believing that as long as her eyes were covered, nothing else mattered.

"I like it wild!"

"Okay!" Lin Hui got it instantly.

Four hours later...

WHOOSH!

A figure burst out of Lin Hui’s bridal chamber, the wooden door instantly shattering and exploding into a spray of splinters.

"Stay away! Stay away from me!!!" Liu Xiao’s tearful cry echoed through most of the Lin Mansion in the dead of night.

Lin Shunhe shot up from beside Yao Shan as if jolted by electricity, threw on a robe, and rushed out the door.

By now, others were emerging one by one, gathering in the open area next to the couple’s courtyard.

Of the two hundred or so people living in the Lin Mansion, most who were proficient in Body Techniques—everyone except the guards on patrol—arrived on the scene within ten seconds.

Su Yaping, Xia Si, a grim-faced Qiu Yiren, and a stern-looking Li Yuanyuan were the first to arrive. The moment the four of them reached the open area, they saw Liu Xiao trembling by a wall, her legs shaking uncontrollably. Her face was tear-streaked and her eyes were swollen from crying. She was clutching her stomach, moaning in pain.

Seeing that her clothes were in disarray, Qiu Yiren rushed forward, took off her own outer robe, and wrapped it around her.

Tsk.

Only then did Lin Hui appear before the crowd, an exasperated look on his face. He started walking toward Liu Xiao step by step.

"Second Sister, you..."

"Stay away!" Liu Xiao shrieked, her whole body trembling. "I’m not getting married! I can’t do this anymore! I’m calling off the wedding!"

"..." The crowd looked at one another, speechless. Many of them had already guessed what must have happened.

Lin Shunhe’s face was flushed bright red. He glanced at Liu Shenglan, who looked just as grim.

"Everyone, please disperse for now," Yao Shan, as Lin Hui’s mother, stepped forward to take charge. "I’ll find out what happened. It’s not good for Xiao Xiao to have so many people crowded around."

"Yes," the crowd chorused. They bowed and then dispersed.

Yao Shan led Lin Hui and Liu Xiao into another room.

Ten minutes later, Yao Shan emerged, leading Lin Hui out and shaking her head.

"You should go get some rest. We’ll handle this," she said to Lin Hui with a sigh.

"Alright. Mother, you..." Lin Hui started to say something but stopped himself. With another sigh, he turned and left.

This left Yao Shan, Lin Shunhe, and Liu Shenglan gathered in the small courtyard.

Lin Shunhe reached into a pouch at his waist and pressed something.

An invisible wave immediately spread out from him, shielding them from any outside eavesdropping.

"Go on, Shanshan. There are no outsiders here," he said gravely.

"It’s Xiao Xiao. She couldn’t handle it," Yao Shan sighed. "Ah Hui’s constitution is too powerful. No, not just powerful—it’s reached a level we can’t even begin to imagine. They were together for four full hours, and he never stopped. And... you know the style of the Martial Arts that Ah Hui created..."

"Speed!?"

Lin Shunhe was the first to realize. At his side, Liu Shenglan also understood in an instant.

The two of them exchanged a strange look.

"It’s exactly what you’re thinking," Yao Shan continued, sighing. "I checked on Xiao Xiao. There are no obvious external injuries, she’s just completely drained. I asked her how Ah Hui was, and she said he hadn’t even finished once... As for her, she lost count, but she said it was at least a few thousand times."

HISS!

Lin Shunhe and Liu Shenglan couldn’t help but gasp.

A few thousand times!!?

Not even a boar is that virile...

No, wait. How could a pig possibly compare to Lin Hui!? This was fucking ridiculousness opening the door for more ridiculousness—it was ridiculousness come home to roost!

The three of them stared at each other, utterly speechless, with no idea what to do.

The situation seemed comical at first, but upon further reflection, if they couldn’t solve this problem, how would the Lin Family bloodline continue?!

This was a very serious problem.