It all changed.
After getting thrown out of the main family and directly being sent to the outskirt city to handle the affairs of the family down there.
Qin Yuhe felt conflicted. He has been diligently training to the best of his ability, but he has never been lazy.
However, after being moved to this city for five months, he was already settling in quite well, even though his training regimen remained the same since he continued to work quietly and believed in his golden cheat, which seemed to be loading constantly.
In contrast to the previous world, Qin Yuhe was finally beginning to become more sensible and was considering marriage.
However, in this world, a marriage consists solely of a drink between the husband and wife.
Since cultivating is like a race against time, few people have much free time to waste on celebrations and other activities.
This only made Qin Yuhe more lethargic, even though he will receive gifts from the neighbours because he is a member of the noble Qin family.
'I guess! I might as well consider marrying. With that, I will be able to divert my mind a bit. Plus, it is said, dual cultivation is also a good way of improving cultivation.' Just with the thought of it, Qin Yuhe felt his heart beating rapidly, as he was just a single loner from the previous world, and after coming to this world, he had not yet touched a single girl.
This made him very appealing to female cultivators from the surrounding area.
A boy who never clung to the temptation of girls is extremely rare in this world, which has a sex imbalance, and because of cultivation methods, the ratio of girls to boys is 10:1.
In addition, he is a cultivator and pill maker, which gave him a unique identity in the community. Despite not having the support of the Qin family, Yuhe was a well-known figure in society.
"I guess! I will call Aunt Mei." Yuhe muttered.
Aunt Mei was a matchmaker in this city and a branch of the Qin family.
She had a well-known appearance in the city, but her requirements for marriage are very high—being an expert in the foundation establishment realm is a prerequisite.
This initially inspired Yuhe, but now he realizes that he was only able to advance to the third level of Qi cultivation at the age of 19, despite the support of the Qin family.
There was no way any other cultivator with no backing would be able to enter the foundation establishment faster than him, or maybe in this lifetime.
In addition, Aunt Mei was very kind to him, so he always treated her well and showed her respect, despite the fact that she was only a branch family member.
"Uncle Jiang. Are you here?" Sitting in his room, Yuhe spoke in a low tone. "Yes! Young master." With a rustle, Jiang Tianhong, the butler of the Qin family, appeared beside Yuhe with a smile on his old face.
"Can you call Aunt Mei? I think I might have started to get a bit rational and marry." Jiang nodded with the same courteous grin while giving little Yuhe a similar adoring gaze. Since they were young, he had always been proud of his practical side.
Although a bit lacking in the department of talent, Qin Yuhe had an extraordinary temperament and calm nature, which made the family head of the Qin family send him to a region that will prosper in the future. And he also thinks that their master thinking was on the right side.
But they never told young Yuhe, so to make sure that he will not feel pressured by the decision in the future, and was the reason why the top 5 guards were assigned to protect Young Yuhe from the shadow.
"Yes! I understand." With that said, Jiang vanished from Yuhe's side, who sighed a bit before closing his eyes again and starting to train in the basics of Qi cultivation to pass the time, as he liked the feeling of increasing the warm feeling within his chest.
To the point, Yuhe thinks this feeling of cleansing was like drug addiction for him.
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The room was modest but well-appointed, a reflection of Qin Yuhe's new station as the branch holder of the small town.
A tea set steamed on the low table, the faint aroma of jasmine filling the room.
Jiang Tianhong stood by the door, his imposing presence like a silent sentinel, though his eyes softened when he glanced at his young master.
It did not take Aunt Mei long to knock on Jiang's door after he was sent off.
Judging from the speed at which she worked, Yuhe could tell that Aunt Mei was eager to find him a suitable wife, given her hectic schedule.
She was able to come this early. Across the table sat Mei Xuanling, her sharp eyes glinting like moonlight on a blade.
Dressed in flowing robes of deep plum and gold, she exuded an aura of mystery and authority.
Her fingers lightly tapped a scroll spread before her, filled with names, illustrations, and cultivation profiles.
"Well, Master Qin." Xuanling began, her voice as smooth as honeyed wine, "It seems your time has finally come. A young branch holder, newly settled, and with quite the legacy behind him. Naturally, we must find a match—or perhaps more than one—worthy of such a position."
She was deliberately being professional, which caused Qin Yuhe to laugh at Aunt Mei's remarks while he studied the list before him.
With a shift in expression, Qin Yuhe shifted in his seat, his brows furrowing slightly.
"I'm not looking for status or alliances. I simply wish to find someone who..." He hesitated, searching for the right words. But before that...
"Who suits your heart?" Mei Xuanling completed with a sly smile as she leaned forward.
"Admirable. Though I must warn you, such romantic notions are rare luxuries for men in your position. Still, I pride myself on my ability to find what one desires—and what one needs."
Aunt Mei's face took on a serious expression as she studied Yuhe is face and, briefly, touched her face with a small smile while a playful expression flickered across it.
Old Jiang Tianhong chuckled softly from his spot by the door side.
"Lady Mei, our young master is wise beyond his years, but he is still new to the ways of the world. Perhaps your wisdom could guide him in balancing the practical with the personal." His tone looked calm at the moment, but Qin Yuhe knew that even old Jiang once raced to marry this lady.
Though after some time, he decided to give in for some reason.
"Of course," Xuanling replied, flashing the butler a knowing glance.
"Now, Master Qin, I have two candidates to begin with. Each of them is exceptional in their own way. Plus, they are all ready at the moment and can come to marriage in an hour if the young master says yes!" Qin Yuhe felt a bit speechless about it, but he still held it in.
After all, unlike in the past world, cultivators usually live alone, so being ready in an hour is not a huge deal to them.
Additionally, considering the array set up beneath his manor, Qin Yuhe was aware of how many cultivators would perish in order to get to his home in a minute.
She unfurled a smaller scroll, revealing three names and sketches, each accompanied by detailed notes.
Li Feiyu: A skilled alchemist with a quiet demeanour, known for her unparalleled ability to refine rare pills. "Her talents would complement your budding pill-making skills perfectly," Xuanling explained.
Zhou Xinyi: The daughter of a local noble family, well-versed in talisman crafting and diplomacy.
"A blend of grace and intellect. She could aid you in navigating both cultivation and the social intricacies of your position." Mei Xuanling continued.
"Also, if you want both! That is also a possibility, I guess." With a chuckle, Aunt Mei started her teasing, leaving Yuhe a bit speechless as he tried to humour her a bit and finally made a silent choice.