The Yellow Springs Holy Son, for both physical and psychological reasons, had never been with a woman. Nor did he place much importance on women. Thus, deep down, he believed women were not all that important—especially to martial artists like them, who aspired to the supreme heights of the martial path.
Though Meng Zhao did not possess the notorious romantic reputation Dragon City had throughout the martial world, he was hardly one to shun women. He had several concubines, among them daughters of the three great families of Lingwu City whom he had taken as concubines, something well known to many.
Some speculated that Meng Zhao had chosen such marriage alliances to strengthen his foundations and influence in Lingwu City.
Yet at the same time, many had noticed that although the three great families had become Meng Zhao's relatives by marriage and had indeed received some of his favor and care, it was not enough to upset the balance. The ties and influence brought by these marriage alliances were extremely limited.
Therefore, setting aside whether Ye Huan even had an illegitimate daughter, even if he did, and she married Meng Zhao, the Lord of the Northern Meng Dragon King might not necessarily take a clear stand with Demon Venerable Hall and oppose the Yellow Springs Demonic Sect.
A qualified ruler would not easily be swayed by emotion.
Peach Blossom Scholar had no good explanation for the Yellow Springs Holy Son's many challenges. However, he was skilled at avoiding the weighty and dwelling on the light. Slowly, he said,
"What the Holy Son says is indeed reasonable. But my character and reputation, Peach Blossom Scholar's character and reputation, are there for all to see. Without considerable certainty, I would never speak of a matter or make a corresponding judgment.
"As for