Ideal husband?

The Head Escort looked at Fang Chen, and the more he looked, the more he liked him. He kept thinking to himself, "This kid Fang Chen has a great relationship with the Young Gang Leader of the Three Rivers Gang, and he's quite handsome too."

"Furthermore, he's already reached the Skin and Muscle Realm at such a young age... Hmm, he'd be a very suitable match for my little daughter."

To be honest, there were two reasons why he accepted Zhou Hai's recommendation.

One was because of his connection to the Young Gang Leader of the Three Rivers Gang, and the other was the thought that perhaps he could arrange a marriage for his own daughter.

Although Fang Chen's aptitude was only average, in the Head Escort's eyes, the Skin and Muscle Realm was sufficient; there was no need to demand too much.

Most importantly, Fang Chen and Zhou Hai were good friends.

If he could marry Fang Chen to his daughter, the Tian Yuan Escort Agency and the Three Rivers Gang would be connected, which would make business much easier for the Tian Yuan Escort Agency in the future.

With this in mind, the Head Escort no longer concealed his thoughts and spoke directly:

"Um... I wonder if Young Master Fang is married?"

Seeing the Head Escort looking at him, Fang Chen could only cup his hands in response:

"I am not married."

The Head Escort smiled, "My daughter is twenty years old. I wonder if Young Master Fang has any thoughts on this?"

This...

Fang Chen was somewhat speechless. He hadn't expected the Head Escort to actually have this idea.

To be honest, at twenty years old and unmarried, in a society where women typically married at fourteen or fifteen, she was already considered an "older single woman"...

No wonder the Head Escort was so anxious.

Coupled with his decent appearance, status, and strength, it was no wonder the Head Escort had taken a liking to him.

But...

Fang Chen was currently engrossed in practicing martial arts and had no such thoughts.

Moreover, if a woman hadn't married by this age, she was either too proud or not good-looking.

Fang Chen didn't like either of those possibilities.

Therefore, Fang Chen directly cupped his hands and said, "I am currently engrossed in practicing martial arts and have no thoughts on matters of romance."

The Head Escort waved his hand and chuckled, "No rush, no rush. You two can have opportunities to meet in the future."

Fang Chen felt a bit helpless and didn't respond further.

Seeing that the atmosphere was a bit awkward, the Head Escort changed the subject:

"Young Master Fang, since you've come to our Tian Yuan Escort Agency, you're considered one of us. May I call you Escort Fang directly?"

Fang Chen nodded and said, "Yes, Head Escort."

The Head Escort smiled, "Escort Fang, there aren't many rules at the Tian Yuan Escort Agency. Mainly, there are the following points. Listen carefully."

"First, keep your mouth shut! What the escort is, where it's going, and how much it's worth – none of that can be revealed."

Fang Chen nodded. If this information were leaked, the danger of escorting the goods could greatly increase.

The Head Escort continued:

"Second... Third..."

Fang Chen patiently listened to all the rules.

Finally, he cupped his hands and said, "I will definitely escort according to the rules."

The Head Escort nodded with satisfaction.

Seeing Fang Chen's good attitude, the old escort beside him also seemed to soften his expression a bit.

At this moment, the old escort said, "There's an escort mission in two days. Are you coming?"

Fang Chen pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement:

"Alright. I'll prepare a bit for the next two days, and I'll definitely be there in two days."

The old escort nodded and didn't say anything further.

Seeing that everything had been discussed, the Head Escort waved his hand, signaling for them to leave.

After Fang Chen and the old escort had left, a woman walked out. It was the Head Escort's daughter, Liu Yan.

She had a graceful figure and a beautiful face, but her brows carried an air of arrogance that was hard to shake.

Liu Yan had been hiding in the shadows just now, secretly watching Fang Chen. She had naturally overheard the conversation in the hall.

This was arranged by her father, Liu Tianyuan, who intended to let his daughter get a look at Fang Chen.

If you think he's good enough, you should just marry him off directly.

But at this moment, Liu Yan looked in the direction Fang Chen had disappeared, her eyes filled with undisguised disdain. She pouted and said, "Dad, what are you thinking?! You said before that his aptitude is only mediocre!"

"So what if he's good-looking?"

"Why would you think I'd want to marry him just because I saw his face? In your eyes, am I that shallow?"

Liu Yan's voice was filled with dissatisfaction.

"If you ask me, with his average aptitude, he probably won't even be able to touch the threshold of the Sinew and Bone Realm in his lifetime!"

"Why should I marry someone with no potential!"

"The man I want to marry is Young Master Li from the Flying Eagle Martial Arts School!"

As she spoke, Liu Yan's expression softened, and her eyes showed longing.

"Young Master Li has superior aptitude. Breaking through to the Sinew and Bone Realm is only a matter of time. He's the ideal husband for me!"

Upon hearing this, the Head Escort Liu Tianyuan's temper flared up instantly.

"Young Master Li? Do you think he'd even look at you?! You're already twenty and still so picky! If you keep this up, you'll end up an old maid who can't get married!"

"This Fang Chen, at such a young age, is already a Steward for the Three Rivers Gang and is even good friends with the Young Gang Leader Zhou Hai. He has a bright future, more than enough for you!"

Liu Yan stomped her feet.

"I don't care! I just don't like him!"

"How can he be worthy of me!"

With that, she glared fiercely at her father and turned to storm out, slamming the door behind her.

Liu Tianyuan let out a long sigh.

"This child is too full of herself. The Sinew and Bone Realm isn't something you can break through easily. Having Skin and Muscle Realm is already good, yet she's thinking about needing someone in the Sinew and Bone Realm to be worthy of her."

Suddenly, Liu Tianyuan's thoughts shifted.

"If Fang Chen could break through..."

Liu Tianyuan shook his head, feeling his thought was a bit foolish.

If Fang Chen truly broke through, Liu Yan would regret it too late!

He could only sigh, thinking about how to persuade Liu Yan.

Meanwhile, Liu Yan, She walked directly out of the Tian Yuan Escort Agency to find her Young Master Li.

As for Fang Chen...

To be honest, Liu Yan had figured it out.

The reason her father wanted her to marry Fang Chen was simply because of his connections with the Three Rivers Gang!

He hadn't considered her feelings at all!

"Hmph, so what if he's connected to the Young Gang Leader of the Three Rivers Gang?! He must have gotten those connections by sucking up to them, which is not the behavior of a gentleman!"

"How could someone like that be worthy of me!"

"Moreover, he's just from a commoner background. Why should I compromise myself to marry him!"

The more Liu Yan thought about it, the more reasonable it seemed, and her judgment became even more resolute.

Meanwhile, Fang Chen had already returned to the martial arts school.

He had no interest in the Head Escort's daughter.

After all, the world was vast.

When his strength was extraordinary, what kind of woman couldn't he find? There was no need to pursue such things so early.

Right now, practicing martial arts was the most important thing!

If he could break through to the Sinew and Bone Realm soon, many things would become clear!

After breaking through, not only would the threat from Shen Tian of the Green Robe Gang be resolved, He could also get Hong Decheng's opportunity!

If he didn't like Song Ming, he could even find a chance to slap him a couple of times!

Therefore, Fang Chen was very firm in his resolve regarding martial arts practice.

Only by practicing martial arts and becoming stronger could he solve the problems he encountered more easily!

Without overthinking, he swallowed a great elixir, assumed his stance, and focused on practicing the Tiger Subduing Fist!

A day passed in the blink of an eye.

The proficiency was still increasing at double the speed!

[Tiger Subduing Fist Proficiency +2]!

[Tiger Subduing Fist Proficiency +2]!