Chapter 11: Father-In-Law's Visit
Su Youruo smiled and teased, "Husband, did you plan this in advance?"
"Did you concoct those nonsense stories for Qing Xuan? They're all about love and romance. Aren't you afraid of leading her astray?"
Li Daoxuan apologized, "I really didn't do it on purpose, and I didn't plan anything!"
"But now it seems like this girl has been led astray!"
...
Under Su Youruo's strong influence and with Qing Xuan's full support, the marriage was swiftly arranged.
Li Daoxuan attempted to resist a bit longer, saying,
"Young Junior Sister, don't you need your family's consent for this marriage?"
Qing Xuan proudly declared, "My marriage, my decision!" But her glance around showed her lack of confidence.
Li Daoxuan spoke up righteously, but he was secretly quite excited.
To say that he didn't like this young Junior Sister would be a lie.
She was a pride of their sect, and her identity was extraordinary.
Yet now, Li Daoxuan no longer cared about any troubles, nor was he afraid of them.
Now, the most important thing was to become stronger! Even stronger!
But how to become stronger?
That was by marrying more wives and having more children!
With Li Daoxuan's current strength and reputation, being able to marry such a talented little fairy as his young Junior Sister made him wake up with a smile.
On this day, the entire Li family was adorned with lights and festoons, filled with joy.
Though Qing Xuan was indifferent to the ceremony, Su Youruo organized a grand wedding according to worldly customs.
Although Li Daoxuan usually kept a low profile, he still had some fame in Heavenly River City.
Even those important figures who hadn't received an invitation shamelessly showed up to attend the wedding, one by one.
Aside from the neighbors, this wedding could be said to have caused a sensation throughout the entire city.
"The auspicious hour has arrived!"
"Please welcome the groom and bride!"
Li Daoxuan, dressed in a red wedding robe, exuded an ethereal and fairy-like temperament that drew admiration from numerous young girls and brides attending the wedding.
Qing Xuan, veiled in red, walked slowly into the hall with the support of Xiao Man and Xiao Yu.
As the groom and bride entered, the hall immediately fell silent.
At that moment, a sudden gust of wind swept through, causing the guests to stumble and fall.
"Ah!"
"Look, in the sky, immortals!"
"Immortals! Those are immortals!"
The entire wedding scene descended into chaos, and Li Daoxuan's heart tightened, though he remained composed on the surface.
Had enemies come to stir up trouble?
He sensed no murderous intent!
Li Daoxuan said to Qing Xuan, "Junior Sister, please wait here for a moment! I'll go see what's happening outside!"
"Okay! Senior Brother, be careful!"
Li Daoxuan stepped out of the hall and coincidentally saw his wife, Su Youruo, also coming out.
Li Daoxuan expressed concern, "Wife, you're unwell. It's best not to wander."
"Everything will be handled by my husband!"
Su Youruo remained composed and said, "Husband, don't worry! I'm not that fragile. I'll accompany you!"
Li Daoxuan suspected that cultivators might be causing trouble!
Looking up, he was instantly stunned.
The "immortals" who had arrived were individuals he recognized, elders from his own sect.
One of these elders had left a strong impression on Li Daoxuan. Wasn't this Elder Liu, who hadn't taken a liking to him during his registration?
Li Daoxuan was dumbfounded!
Was his family truly this distinguished?
By marrying, he had even stirred up enough trouble to compel a sect elder to personally extend congratulations?
Momentarily confused, Li Daoxuan swiftly put on a warm smile and said,
"Elder Liu, what brings you here?"
Elder Liu's expression tightened, glaring with wide eyes, yet saying nothing.
Li Daoxuan felt uneasy. What was happening?
Continuing cautiously, Li Daoxuan said, "I'm just marrying and taking a wife. It's truly troublesome for you to come in person."
"I'm truly sorry. Please come inside quickly!"
"Hmph!"
Elder Liu's temper was indeed unusual. Hmph! What did that mean?
Li Daoxuan couldn't quite grasp it. Was this not a congratulatory visit?
"Dad!"
"Why are you here?"
Suddenly, a tender voice sounded from behind Li Daoxuan, who instantly lost his composure.
"Dad?"
Qing Xuan rolled her eyes at Li Daoxuan, then stuck out her tongue, whispering, "Call him father-in-law!"
Elder Liu snapped, "Girl! I'll deal with you later."
Elder Liu took a few steps forward and confronted Li Daoxuan with an expressionless face, stating, "Kid, you're audacious. You've quietly snatched away my precious daughter!"
Li Daoxuan smiled awkwardly and respectfully, "Um... Father-in-law, I haven't had the opportunity to inform you formally!"
"Please come inside quickly and take a seat!"
Elder Liu remained silent, then entered the hall on his own.
The scene fell eerily quiet, with guests puzzled. What was happening?
Li Daoxuan himself was bewildered.
But the wedding host was quick to react. Sensing the off-kilter atmosphere, he promptly declared, "Let's invite the elders of the newlyweds to their seats!"
"Let's welcome the groom and bride!"
"Let's..."
With that, the wedding regained its festive spirit.
Despite some twists and turns, the wedding concluded successfully. Once the guests departed, Li Daoxuan braced himself for what was to come.
He would face his father-in-law directly and manage the aftermath.
Li Daoxuan wouldn't back down. He couldn't afford to!
"Senior Brother, I'll accompany you."
Qing Xuan was considerate, wanting to confront her father's ire alongside her senior brother.
Li Daoxuan shook his head, saying, "You needn't worry! Moreover, father-in-law summoned only me."
"Speak to father kindly, and don't..."
Li Daoxuan strode into the guest room without hesitation and then... saw his father-in-law seated alone, sipping tea.
"Father-in-law!"
"..."
Ignoring him? Li Daoxuan's temper flared in response.
This was his home. Why should he be deferential? He seated himself across from Elder Liu.
The two locked eyes!
"You're quite daring, kid!"
"Aren't you afraid I might slap you to death?"
Li Daoxuan, undeterred, declared boldly, "I'm not afraid! Besides, you wouldn't dare!"
"You... you brat really riles me!"
Li Daoxuan also grasped his father-in-law's temper somewhat. Though capricious, he was undoubtedly a doting father.
As long as it was something his daughter favored, he likely wouldn't object.
"You're too feeble, kid!"
"Even if I let you pass this test today, numerous trials await."
"Take care, kid."
With that, Li Daoxuan was dismissed. Exiting, he remained somewhat puzzled.
Had he truly passed the test so effortlessly? Wasn't this too easy?