Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2007: 527 (2)

"What's this? Was the earlier gut feeling not stemming from this lady?"

Lu Changsheng creased his brow, attempting to bring back the prior sensation, but it proved elusive to hold onto.

"Never mind, I'll wait until the servants show up and check it out."

Soon enough, Lu Changsheng halted his musings, giving his head a gentle shake.

...

Right then, atop an outer peak in the Goddess Palace, a group of disciples had clustered.

"Song Junior Sister, who would've thought a refined lady like you would pick a role like steward servant."

A woman of agreeable looks eyed the nearby tall, stunning, and quiet woman, her smile carrying a hint of sarcasm.

The one addressed as Song Junior Sister lightly blinked, shot her a glance, and stayed silent.

"This is for a Guest Elder in the late Core Formation stage; there's no way such a spot would face real rivalry."

A man who fancied Song Junior Sister jumped in right away to back her up.

"True enough, tending to a mighty Cultivator like that is a blessing earned over lifetimes."

"You're right, though Song Junior Sister stands apart from the rest of us."

As the scene unfolded, some disciples chimed in supportively, while others let out chuckles.

It all boiled down to factions existing everywhere.

Positions like this service gig were typically vied for by the Goddess Palace's regular disciples.

Song Yudie hailed from a Core Formation Noble Family linked to Penglai Island, marking her as a clan disciple.

Normally, clan disciples entering the Goddess Palace avoided stooping to tussle with ordinary ones over menial servant roles, no matter their circumstances.

However, Song Yudie was the bastard child of a Foundation Establishment Cultivator in the Song Family. Her initial return had stirred up trouble.

Luckily, tests revealed her Fourth Grade Spiritual Root, so her father placed her in the Goddess Palace to pursue cultivation.

Still, her illegitimate status and reserved nature kept her out of the clan disciples' social sphere, and she shared little ground with regular disciples, leaving her rather isolated.

As the group bantered and laughed, a dignified middle-aged man approached and asked, "Where's Song Yudie?"

"Hmm!?"

All the Cultivators there turned their gazes to Song Yudie, who sat nearby with eyes shut in repose.

"Steward Luo."

Song Yudie promptly opened her eyes and stepped up to bow in greeting.

"Song Junior Sister, Elder Xuanmu has picked you to serve as steward for Rongyue Island. Get ready to head over and report in soon."

Steward Luo regarded Song Yudie warmly as he spoke.

While a Guest Elder might not match a true core Elder in rank.

A late-stage Core Formation Guest Elder remained an imposing presence for folks like them.

Taking on stewardship for such a Guest Elder basically meant securing a solid backing!

Plus, Core Formation Cultivators often secluded themselves in cultivation, so handling a handful of tasks wouldn't overload her or hinder her own progress.

The top perk of attending to an Elder like this lay in the chance that, if he took a liking to her efforts, he could toss her an elixir or some allowed boon effortlessly, bypassing years of toil.

Even with a more frugal Elder, a solid performance and positive review during service opened doors to preferential access in sect core resource allocations later on.

This explained why countless Foundation Establishment Cultivators eagerly grabbed such service slots.

"What? She's already been picked?"

"Don't they normally select a few first?"

"Yeah, it's usually a group chosen initially, then narrowed to one."

The on-site Cultivators voiced their shock at the announcement.

"Congrats, Song Junior Sister."

"No surprise Elder Xuanmu spotted her right away."

At once, several offered congratulations to Song Yudie, their eyes brimming with envy, jealousy, and resentment.

Securing the steward role for a late Core Formation Guest Elder boosted not just benefits and perks but also one's standing and prestige within the sect.

A few female disciples appraised Song Yudie's looks and build, convinced they measured up or better, puzzled why she got the nod instead.

Yet with the choice finalized, none dared challenge it.

"Thank you, Steward Luo. I'll get prepared without delay."

Hearing this, Song Yudie bowed deeply in gratitude, her heart swelling with delight as she returned to ready herself, the whole thing feeling surreal like a dream.

She never imagined getting selected so straightforwardly.

...

The following day, Song Yudie reached Rongyue Island to start her role.

Lu Changsheng regarded the Song Yudie standing before him, as the Peach Blossom Gu at his brow's center stirred to life, transmitting a subtle signal.

It suggested forming a Peach Blossom Fate with her, which could provide him certain assistance.

"Looks like this lady truly holds something special."

Admittedly, Song Yudie boasted top-tier looks and physique.

But the Peach Blossom Gu, his companion for a hundred years, wouldn't rouse itself over mere beauty.

More probably, she carried considerable Peach Blossom Luck.

Or perhaps... she brought prosperity to her spouse!

"I'll mostly be in seclusion drawing talismans and cultivating; you'll handle all island affairs completely, coming to me only for irresolvable issues."

Lu Changsheng kept his tone mild and welcoming, without showing undue interest.

"Hmm?"

Song Yudie froze momentarily, surprised by Elder Xuanmu's approachable manner, leaving her a bit confused.

"You can count on me, Elder Xuanmu; Yudie will handle Rongyue Island perfectly."

She recovered swiftly, bowing respectfully with a voice brimming with elation.

"Good, off you go."

Lu Changsheng gestured dismissively, indicating she could leave.

As Song Yudie exited the courtyard, she remained in a haze, her mind spinning.

She couldn't fathom why Elder Xuanmu had chosen her specifically.

If for skills, she hadn't shown any yet.

If for her looks...

Earlier, Elder Xuanmu's look at her had been pure and kind, free of any lustful intent.

Nevertheless, facing this dashing and graceful Elder Xuanmu, she found herself drawn to him more than before.