’With the Nine Dragon Invincible Technique, what the hell was there to be afraid of?’
’Kill those who must be killed, cripple those who must be crippled. He wouldn’t back down an inch.’
’Whoever came, he would annihilate them!’
After a moment of shock, Xiao Zhan, the Grand Elder, and the others exchanged glances. They all walked up to Su Mo and said respectfully, "We pay our respects to the Patriarch."
Su Mo asked, confused, "Isn’t my father-in-law the Patriarch? Why are you paying respects to me?"
The Grand Elder explained, "You may not know this, Patriarch, but for generations, our Xiao Family has revered the strong. Whoever is the strongest becomes the Patriarch."
Xiao Zhan nodded. "That’s right. This is a rule our Xiao Family has passed down for a hundred years. You killed Wei Zhengyang with a single palm strike. Your strength surpasses all of us old-timers, making you the most qualified to be Patriarch."
This...
Su Mo shook his head and refused. "I am still young and lack experience. I cannot take on the position of Patriarch. You should find someone else more worthy."
The Grand Elder said, "Don’t worry, Patriarch. Whatever decision you make, right or wrong, we will support you to the very end."
Xiao Zhan said firmly, "That’s right. Our Xiao Family may not be large, but we are extremely united. Even if you make the wrong decision, we will follow you to the death."
Now, Su Mo completely understood.
No wonder the Xiao Family’s elders had chosen to protect him with their lives after Xiao Zhan spoke, even though they clearly disapproved of him. It was because of their unity.
Still, Su Mo felt he couldn’t be the Patriarch.
Su Mo refused again. "I’m truly sorry, but my heart is set on the Martial Dao. I really can’t..."
THUD!
The Grand Elder dropped to his knees. "Patriarch, if you don’t agree, this old man will kneel here and not get up until you do."
"And the two of us!"
The Second Elder and Third Elder also knelt on the ground, refusing to rise.
Su Mo hesitated. "But..."
Xiao Zhan walked over to Su Mo, his knees buckling. "If you still don’t agree, I’ll kneel to you as well."
Su Mo quickly stopped Xiao Zhan. "Father-in-law, why are you making things difficult for me too? This is more than I can bear!"
’Who in their right mind would let their own father-in-law kneel to them?’
Xiao Zhan asked, "So you agree?"
Cornered, Su Mo had no choice. "I agree. However, my heart is set on the Martial Dao, and I fear I won’t have time to manage the family’s affairs in the future. Therefore, I hope my father-in-law can act as Patriarch on my behalf and help me manage the family business. As for me... just call me Young Master."
"Yes, Young Master!"
Everyone agreed in unison.
Looking at Wei Zhengyang, who had been smashed into a pulp, and the crippled Zhou Tianhai, Xiao Zhan said worriedly, "Both Famous Sword Manor and the Zhou Family are powers we cannot afford to offend. For the future of our Xiao Family, I suggest..."
Su Mo waved his hand. "Father-in-law, you don’t need to worry. If they dare to come, I’ll make sure they never leave the Xiao Family. I’ll smash every last one of them into a pulp."
In the past, if Su Mo had said something like that, the Xiao Family would never have believed him. But after what had just happened, they were filled with confidence in him. They knew he was a man of his word.
The Grand Elder, Xiao Feng, smiled. "Patriarch, don’t worry. Since the Young Master has given his guarantee, it means he has the strength to back it up."
Xiao Zhan nodded, his expression finally relaxing.
Xiao Qingxue asked curiously, "Su Mo, what realm are you at now?"
’To kill a Martial Artist at the Great Perfection Realm with a single palm strike, Su Mo must be at least an Early Stage Grand Martial Artist, or maybe even Mid Stage. Otherwise, it couldn’t have been so easy.’
Xiao Zhan and the Grand Elder also stared at Su Mo with curiosity, awaiting his answer.
Su Mo said awkwardly, "To be honest, I’m only at the Martial Disciple Great Perfection Realm. I haven’t even broken through to the Warrior Realm. I’m afraid I’ve disappointed you."
’Martial Disciple...’
Hearing this, everyone froze on the spot, their faces etched with utter disbelief.
Xiao Qingxue asked in disbelief, "Are you sure you’re only at Martial Disciple Great Perfection?"
Su Mo said, "I’m sure!"
Xiao Qingxue was completely stunned.
’She had awakened the Void Spirit Body and was at the Warrior Great Perfection Realm, yet she probably wouldn’t have even had a chance to attack Wei Zhengyang. But Su Mo, at the mere Martial Disciple Realm, had killed him with a single strike.’
’That’s just insane!’
The Grand Elder asked in a low voice, "Young Master, did you perhaps have some sort of fortuitous encounter?"
Su Mo thought for a moment and said, "I did have a fortuitous encounter. I went to Yihong Courtyard precisely to obtain it, which is what caused this whole mess and made you all misunderstand..."
"It really was a misunderstanding!"
Xiao Zhan, recalling the scene of Su Mo calling for help at Yihong Courtyard, said, "I can testify to that. Yesterday, it was indeed that woman, Dong Xiaowan, who was forcing him. It had nothing to do with Su Mo."
It suddenly dawned on Xiao Qingxue.
’So Su Mo went to Yihong Courtyard to get a fortuitous encounter, not to visit a brothel and cheat on her.’
The misunderstanding was cleared!
Xiao Qingxue took Su Mo’s arm and snuggled against him. "Husband, I misunderstood you before, that’s why I... Please forgive me."
Su Mo said softly, "We’re husband and wife, there’s no need for apologies. Besides, I was a bit out of line before, and I kept it from you all. That was my mistake. I promise, I will never set foot in Yihong Courtyard again. I swear it."
Xiao Zhan laughed. "Now that’s more like it. A husband and wife should be understanding and affectionate with each other."
The Grand Elder said, "I recall you two haven’t consummated your marriage yet, have you? Now that the misunderstanding is cleared up, why don’t you go share a room now."
’Share a room...’
Su Mo said in a fluster, "Uhm, I just had my fortuitous encounter, I need to cultivate immediately! Darling, I’m going into seclusion now!"
HAHAHA!
Seeing Su Mo frantically flee, everyone laughed.
’Although he really liked Xiao Qingxue, he had just transmigrated. Sleeping with her the first time they truly met? Wouldn’t that make him a total scumbag?’
’Better to build their relationship for a few days first.’
「In his room.」
Su Mo began to cultivate the True Dragon Undying Technique!
The True Dragon Undying Technique was a Body Refining Technique with a total of thirty-six movements. Once cultivated to Perfection, one could not only suppress the entire cosmos with a wave of their hand but also achieve an immortal and indestructible body. It was a truly Invincible Technique.
HUFF... HUFF...
Following the True Dragon Undying Technique, Su Mo slowly performed various difficult movements. His body was in excruciating pain, as if it were being torn apart.
There was nothing to be done about it. The body’s previous owner had been a total profligate who neglected his cultivation, so his physical body was far too weak. This was the result.
However, this situation quickly disappeared.
By the time he was cultivating the fifth movement, a strange power suddenly emerged within him, coursing through the meridians and blood vessels of his entire body.
Protective Dragon Power!
Su Mo’s eyes lit up. "Protective Dragon Power appeared after just the fifth movement. If I master all thirty-six movements, just how strong will my body become?"
Soon, Su Mo completed all thirty-six movements. The Dragon Power generated within him surged through his flesh and blood like a raging river, filling his entire body with strength.
In addition, a brilliant golden light bloomed across his skin. Looking closely, one could see it was the True Dragon Golden Armor, formed from countless golden dragon scales.
"Protective Dragon Power and the True Dragon Golden Armor... this means I now possess not only True Dragon Power, but also True Dragon Defense," Su Mo said, pleasantly surprised.