"Yanran, there's no need to be so nervous. You've done the Su family a great service!"
Seeing Chu Yanran standing there like a timid young bride, Qin Xinran covered her mouth with a soft laugh, her beautiful face lighting up with amusement.
Chu Yanran was striking, whether in looks, strength, or grace. She could stand toe-to-toe with the daughters of prestigious families, no question. No wonder Su Chen had insisted on bringing her into the family.
My son certainly has an eye for talent!
Even for a concubine, he chose someone as beautiful as her. Qin Xinran nodded approvingly to herself, fully supportive of her son's choice.
"Madam, I…"
Hearing her mother-in-law's praise, Chu Yanran's face flushed, her slender body trembling slightly with a mix of shyness and gratitude.
Qin Xinran smiled as she watched Chu Yanran's bashfulness, feeling a touch of pride but deciding not to tease her any further. She chuckled and said, "Since you are now Chen'er's woman, you're part of our Su family. From now on, you don't need to worry about any cultivation resources. The Su family will cover it all."
Qin Xinran had already investigated Chu Yanran's background. She was of noble origins and even bore a chastity seal, making her a fitting match for Su Chen. Plus, just moments ago, she had helped Su Chen awaken his bloodline.
For the Su family, this was a monumental contribution.
"Thank you, Madam!"
Seeing that Qin Xinran was satisfied with her, Chu Yanran finally relaxed. She hadn't expected that joining Su Chen would bring such benefits; her cultivation resources would be fully taken care of.
In small sects like hers, cultivators constantly struggled for resources, often risking life and limb for even a small amount.
So this is the strength of a powerful family?
It was an unexpected blessing. She was now even more thankful she had chosen to submit to Su Chen.
Su Chen was handsome, the Su family heir, and the next family head, with the entire Su clan standing behind him. And now, he had awakened his bloodline, his cultivation advancing rapidly. He was exactly the kind of young and powerful man any woman would dream of.
As long as she stayed devoted to him, she'd never lack cultivation resources. One day, she'd surely stand among the most powerful on the Tianxuan Continent.
Her eyes sparkled at the thought, and she let go of past attachments to her sect and to Ye Fan.
Qin Xinran raised an eyebrow, feigning annoyance. "Still calling me 'Madam'?"
Chu Yanran's cheeks flushed even deeper, and she lowered her head, her voice barely audible. "Mother."
"Good."
Qin Xinran nodded, smiling. "Yanran, as someone who's been through this, let me offer you some advice."
"Since you're Chen'er's first woman, why not try to give him a child soon? That way, your place in his heart will only deepen."
"…"
Qin Xinran's enthusiasm was boundless. Even with her experience, Chu Yanran couldn't take it, wishing she could find a hole to hide in.
"Mother, Yanran understands."
Chu Yanran's voice trailed off as she spoke, her face lowered in embarrassment.
She may be fertile, but the seed must be planted…
Qin Xinran, not letting up, patted her shoulder with a gentle smile. "Put in your best effort. With your charm, Chen'er wouldn't have a reason to refuse. Serve him well, and bring a child into this family soon. I trust you won't disappoint me."
"Understood…" Chu Yanran's face burned as if set aflame, but she managed to nod despite the overwhelming embarrassment.
Just as Qin Xinran was about to continue, an extraordinary phenomenon erupted in the room!
Su Chen's body was suddenly enveloped in a dazzling golden light!
A golden dragon's ethereal form burst from Su Chen's body, coiling above his head.
The dragon's form was majestic, its scales gleaming like gold, its eyes blazing like twin suns, exuding a prideful aura that dominated all. A fierce pressure swept through the room, making it hard to breathe.
Roar!
The golden dragon let out a deafening roar that echoed through the heavens, reverberating in the ears of Qin Xinran and Chu Yanran.
Dazed by the dragon's aura, the two women felt their legs go weak, sinking to the floor.
Just then, Su Chen, who had been meditating with his eyes closed, suddenly opened them. Two beams of intense light shot forth from his gaze.
"Ah… Seventh Level of the Dao Palace Realm. Still not enough!"
Feeling his cultivation stabilize at the seventh level, Su Chen shook his head, a touch of disappointment in his tone.
"This…"
Qin Xinran and Chu Yanran exchanged a stunned glance, disbelief in both their eyes.
With just one breakthrough, Su Chen had gone from an ordinary person to a late-stage Dao Palace Realm expert! Across the entire Tianxuan Continent, this was a frightening level of talent.
It was no exaggeration to say that the so-called geniuses of other sects were nothing compared to him.
Chu Yanran was now completely in awe of Su Chen's talent. This man, younger than her by thirty years, was already this powerful!
In an age where Emperors were dormant and quasi-Emperors reigned, if Su Chen didn't meet an untimely end, he was on track to become the first Emperor in a million years!
The thought of sharing her life with such a legendary figure made Chu Yanran's heart race with excitement.
What woman wouldn't want a powerful partner?
Meanwhile, Qin Xinran's heart was overjoyed.
She had recognized the dragon above Su Chen's head as the legendary Divine Dragon Martial Spirit—an unparalleled spirit!
Heaven has blessed the Su family!
And the human race as well!
She could already envision Su Chen leading the Su family to dominate the entire continent.
Suppressing her excitement, she turned serious. "Chen'er, Yanran, remember—tell no one about what happened here today. Do you understand?"
"Yes, Mother, rest assured!"
Chu Yanran didn't recognize the Divine Dragon Martial Spirit. In this era, even Emperor-grade spirits were rare, let alone Divine-grade ones.
She assumed Qin Xinran was referring to Su Chen's bloodline awakening and his rapid advancement.
"I will remember your words, Mother. Not a single word will escape my lips!"
Su Chen's face was equally solemn as he replied.
A man without sins is envied if he has treasures!
The Divine Dragon Martial Spirit would strike fear into the hearts of countless powerful figures. If word got out, those with vested interests would band together to crush him.
Though he had the Su family's backing, no clan could withstand the united might of the continent's elites.
I must tread carefully.
And I will claim every opportunity meant for the so-called heroes of this world, to grow my own strength!
Suddenly—
A thunderous crack sounded from the void above.
Ominous thunder gathered in the heavens, its aura heavy as if doomsday was upon them.
The room darkened as a vast black cloud appeared, blocking out the sky. It felt as if night itself had descended, pressing down on everyone's chests.
Beneath this storm, a radiant golden orb emerged, emitting brilliant light like flames.
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