Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2024: 533: What Are the Odds? (3)

With two Nascent Soul elder sisters to rely on, Shen Yiren certainly had no need to make compromises with anyone.

However, one could not rule out the possibility that Elder Jing Qing had spent his youth solely on the path of cultivation, ignoring romance until he reached the Nascent Soul realm, at which point he began his pursuit, utilizing the advantage of their proximity.

"Tsk, capturing the heart of such a woman is no simple task.

Lu Changsheng understood that building a Dao couple relationship with a woman of Shen Yiren’s caliber required a slow, mutual attraction; instant results were unlikely.

He gestured for Song Yudie to keep him updated on the upcoming auction at Penglai Immortal City, then secluded himself to focus on drawing talismans.

...

Six months passed.

A message arrived from Song Yudie informing Lu Changsheng that the auction would commence in three days, and it was time for him to join the high-rank cultivators of the Goddess Palace.

"Understood."

Upon receiving the news, Lu Changsheng brushed the dust from his robes and departed Rongyue Island, heading toward the entrance of the Goddess Palace.

He spotted a group of five or six individuals, with Shen Yiren leading the way.

She was elegantly coiffed and donned a magnificent greenish-blue gown, sitting with effortless grace upon a Five-Colored Spirit Deer, radiating charm and sophistication.

Lu Changsheng immediately identified the mount as a rare Heavenly Grade Bloodline Spiritual Beast.

"Daoist Xuanmu."

As Lu Changsheng arrived, Shen Yiren offered a captivating smile, her voice soft and alluring.

Nearby, several Core Formation cultivators cupped their hands in a respectful gesture, nodding as they carefully sized him up.

After all, the arrival of a new late-stage Core Formation honored guest at the Goddess Palace was significant, and they were eager to build a connection.

"I have heard that Elder Xuanmu is quite skilled in both medicine and talismans. I myself have some curiosity regarding the Talisman Path, so perhaps we might exchange insights one day."

A man with a youthful complexion, despite his snowy hair and beard, offered a courteous greeting.

"I would be happy to."

Though Lu Changsheng had little authentic interest in such matters, he maintained his identity as Xuanmu Zhenren, a rouge cultivator, and thus welcomed social interaction to maintain his facade.

To focus exclusively on Shen Yiren would have been far too suspicious.

After waiting briefly for two more Core Formation cultivators, the party departed for Penglai Immortal City.

During their journey, onlookers bowed in respect, as it was exceedingly rare to witness such a large gathering of Core Formation cultivators outside of major auctions.

"Greetings, Third Palace Master, and honored Elders!"

"Uncle-Master, Aunt."

Upon reaching Penglai Immortal City, several disciples of the Goddess Palace greeted them, led by two striking women, one older and one younger.

The older woman appeared to be in her late twenties, possessing a breathtaking beauty defined by cold, sharp features. Her statuesque figure rivaled Shen Yiren’s, and beneath her white tasseled dress, dainty shoes with intricate embroidery were visible.

Beside her, the younger girl’s figure was not yet fully mature, though her natural beauty was easily on par with the elder woman.

"Yuning, Wanzhao."

Shen Yiren spoke in a voice clear as a mountain stream as she introduced her companions.

Taking Qin Yunning by the hand, she turned to Lu Changsheng. "Yuning, this is the Elder Xuanmu who provided your assistance in the past."

"Yuning pays her respects to Elder Xuanmu. Thank you for your kindness back then!"

Qin Yunning gazed at the distinguished Lu Changsheng, tucking her hands into a salute, a gesture that highlighted her graceful and alluring profile.

"You are most welcome, Daoist."

Having been associated with the Goddess Palace for some time, Lu Changsheng knew Qin Yunning was a disciple of the primary leader, Great Palace Master Shen Jianjia; that was why Shen Yiren was showing such personal attention.

However, he found himself utterly bewildered by the presence of Shen Wanzhao.

He thought to himself in shock, 'How could this be!?'

He instantly recognized her as the young girl he had encountered years earlier while sending his son, Lu Quanzhen, to the Starry Sky Sea for guidance and healing.

He never could have guessed that she would refer to Shen Yiren as her aunt.

But he recalled that the Great Palace Master remained without a Dao companion, and the Second Palace Master reportedly had no daughter, did she?