The sky above the Southern Domain was painted in shades of violet and twilight gold as the Lu Clan’s grand imperial sedan glided effortlessly through the clouds.
Pulled by two majestic Spatial Frost Eagles, the sedan’s interior was an expansive, array-stabilized pavilion. Plush silk couches, glowing spirit jade lanterns, and the lingering scent of floral incense created a atmosphere of absolute luxury.
Inside, however, the atmosphere was thick with a delicious, chaotic tension.
Lu Chen reclined comfortably against a golden silk headrest, his loose purple robes slightly parted at the collar, exposing his sculpted collarbone. His vibrant crimson hair cascaded over his shoulders, and his glowing purple eyes lazily scanned the three breathtaking women sitting before him.
On his right sat Ye Qingxian, her silver hair gleaming softly under the array-lit ceiling. Her dark blue combat silk hugged her slender form, and she sat with her usual tranquil, unyielding poise, though her ice-blue eyes softened whenever she looked toward Lu Chen.
On his left sat Saintess Ji Xue, clad in pristine white robes. She sat with her arms crossed tightly under her chest, her dark eyes shifting between Lu Chen and the new arrival, her cheeks still carrying a faint, stubborn pink blush whenever she remembered the peach-flavored kiss in the bamboo grove.
And sitting directly across from Lu Chen—currently being sandwiched between two glaring right-path heroines—was Princess Yao Ji of the Heavenly Demon Sect.
Yao Ji had smoothed out her translucent black lace dress and fluttering crimson ribbons, but her tiny black velvet horns were still twitching nervously. Her fox-like purple eyes flickered with a mix of mischievous pride and lingering, mortified embarrassment.
"So..." Ji Xue broke the silence, her crisp, cold voice carrying a subtle edge of jealousy. "The proud Demon Princess of the Northern Peaks is now traveling with us like a spoiled pet? Shouldn't you be running back to your Heavenly Demon Sect to hide your fluffy pink bunny stuffed toy, Barnaby?"
Yao Ji’s face flared bright crimson in an instant! She slammed her small hands onto the tea table between them, her dark purple eyes flashing.
"Y-You arrogant Ice Saintess!" Yao Ji huffed, her voice dropping into a cute, angry purr. "I only confessed that because of his absurd, evil tongue-twister powder! Besides, handsome big brother carried me in his arms! He didn't carry you!"
Ji Xue choked on her breath, her chest heaving as her face turned equally red. "He... he held my waist and... and gave me a kiss to share the strength powder!"
"He kissed Shadow Guard Ye too!" Yao Ji countered instantly, pointing a slender, manicured finger. "I saw it! He gave her a taste of the ruby powder first!"
Ye Qingxian didn't even flinch. She casually picked up a jade teapot, smoothly pouring a cup of warm lotus tea and handing it directly to Lu Chen with effortless grace.
"The Young Master treats all his favored companions with equal affection," Ye Qingxian said softly, her crisp voice devoid of panic. "There is no need to squabble like little birds, Demon Princess. If you wish to stay by the Young Master's side, you must learn decorum."
Lu Chen let out a low, irresistible laugh, taking the tea cup from Ye Qingxian. As he took it, his fingers brushed gently over her wrist, pulling her slightly closer so she rested naturally against his shoulder.
"Qingxian speaks with true wisdom," Lu Chen smirked, taking a slow sip of tea as his purple eyes locked onto Yao Ji. "Although... I must admit, our little Demon Princess looks exceptionally cute when her face turns red."
Yao Ji’s heart gave a violent, fluttering thud! She instinctively covered her blushing face with her crimson ribbons, squirming on her silk cushion.
Ugh! Why is his aura so captivating?! Yao Ji screamed internally. He made me confess my darkest secrets, carried me like a princess, and now he's teasing me with those divine purple eyes! He really is an absolute villain!
Lu Chen set his tea cup down, waving his sleeve to bring up his golden System interface. Read this novel at g.com for the best experience.
[Host: Lu Chen]
[Current System Points: 110,000]
[Cultivation Realm: Half-Step Nascent Soul]
[Harem Affection Status:]
- Ye Qingxian: Max (Absolute Loyalty & Devotion)
- Saintess Ji Xue: 55% (Deep Romantic Confusion & Trust)
- Princess Yao Ji: 45% (Flustered Attraction & Teasing Attachment)
Lu Chen tapped his fingers on his knee, communicating silently with the System.
System, spend 50,000 Points to solidify my Half-Step Nascent Soul foundation and upgrade my spatial perception skills.
[Ding!]
[50,000 System Points Consumed!]
[Foundation Solidified! Spatial Domain Expansion Unlocked!]
[Remaining System Points: 60,000 Points!]
A subtle, golden-purple wave of spatial energy rippled outward from Lu Chen’s body, causing the ambient spiritual energy in the carriage to harmonize instantly.
Ji Xue, Ye Qingxian, and Yao Ji all felt a sudden wave of deep, warm comfort wash over their meridians, their eyes widening in awe as they looked at Lu Chen.
"Lu Chen..." Ji Xue whispered, her dark eyes shining. "Your aura... it feels like an ancient immortal domain."
"Only the best for my ladies," Lu Chen smirked smoothly.
Two hours later, the sedan descended onto the grand landing platform of the Lu Imperial Clan Estate.
Patriarch Lu Tian and Madam Lin stood at the head of five thousand clan elders, disciples, and armored guards, line up along a carpet of golden silk.
"WELCOME BACK, YOUNG MASTER!" five thousand voices echoed in unison, bowing deeply!
Patriarch Lu Tian stepped forward, his broad face beaming with boundless pride as he looked at Lu Chen’s Half-Step Nascent Soul aura.
"Hahaha! Excellent! Magnificent, my son!" Lu Tian boomed, clapping Lu Chen’s shoulder heavily. "Word has already spread across the entire Southern Domain! You humiliated the Ancient Pill Clan, made sixteen Blood-Moon assassins dance salsa, conquered the Primordial Dao Tree, and brought back the Saintess of the Supreme Frost Sect and the Princess of the Heavenly Demon Sect!"
Madam Lin walked over, her eyes filled with gentle affection as she patted Lu Chen’s cheek, before glancing at the three breathtaking women standing behind him.
"My handsome Chen'er," Madam Lin smiled warmly, her eyes twinkling with motherly delight. "You went out for a three-day trip to a dangerous Forbidden Zone and brought back three beautiful daughters-in-law for us? Truly worthy of our Lu Clan!"
Ji Xue’s face turned bright red! "M-Madam Lin! I am merely a guest—"
Yao Ji hid behind Lu Chen’s sleeve, her velvet horns twirling flusteredly. "I-I was kidnapped by his tongue-twister powder..."
Ye Qingxian bowed respectfully. "It is my honor to serve the Young Master, Madam."
Lu Chen chuckled smoothly, putting his arms around both Ji Xue and Yao Ji’s waists, drawing them close while winking at his mother. "Mother has keen eyes. Our family will be very lively from now on."
[Ding!]
[Clan Prestige Reaches Peak in Southern Domain!]
[Quest Triggered: Prepare for the Grand Upper Realm Convergence!]
[Objective: Establish complete trade and strategic dominance over the Southern Domain before the Chosen Sons of the Upper Immortal Realm descend in 7 days!]
[Reward: 100,000 System Points, 1x Primordial Imperial Realm Key!]
Lu Chen’s purple eyes gleamed with cold, chaotic brilliance as he looked up at the starlit sky.
"The Upper Immortal Realm?" Lu Chen murmured softly, a handsome, devilish smirk playing on his lips as he held his heroines close.
"It seems we'll need to refine a fr esh, even larger batch of educational powders very soon.”