My Wife Is Better Than Yours!

"That day, I..."

Chen Guanxiang quickly recounted what had happened to him.

In short, Chen Guanxiang had originally planned to capture Jiang Long and A Liang and make them apologize to Qin Guan. Unexpectedly, the two had feared Qin Guan's revenge and fled back to the Cloud Mist Sect.

Chen Guanxiang had informed Sect Master Zheng Wanshou about what happened in the Secret Realm that day, hoping the Cloud Mist Sect would hand over Jiang Long and A Liang and avoid making an enemy of Qin Guan.

But Zhao Zhijian, the Inner Sect Law Enforcement Elder, had tried to protect his nephew Jiang Long. He had threatened and bribed the more than ten disciples who had gone to the Secret Realm that day. They had colluded with one another, turned the tables, and framed Chen Guanxiang and Qin Guan, accusing them of conspiring to keep the Supreme Treasure from the Secret Realm for themselves and of plotting to harm Sect Disciple.

Everyone's stories matched, and in the end, Chen Guanxiang had been unable to defend himself. He had nearly choked on his rage.

Sect Master Zheng Wanshou had then ordered Inner Sect Elder Zhao Zhijian to interrogate Chen Guanxiang and make him hand over the Secret Realm treasures.

Chen Guanxiang had lost all hope. Knowing he would surely die if he fell into Zhao Zhijian's hands, he had fought back stubbornly. Zheng Wanshou had cut off his left arm, but Chen Guanxiang had managed to escape with his life.

Hearing what Chen Guanxiang had gone through, everyone sympathized with him, especially Jiang Lianyue. Chen Guanxiang had always been utterly loyal to the Cloud Mist Sect; she hadn't expected him to meet such a fate.

"This old man has nowhere else to go. Young Master Qin, would you allow me to stay by your side and work for you?" Chen Guanxiang suddenly asked.

Since the Cloud Mist Sect had treated him so unjustly, he had no reason to remain loyal to it. He now understood that only by following Qin Guan might he have a chance to avenge himself.

Qin Guan studied Chen Guanxiang. After a moment, he nodded. "All right."

"Thank you, Young Master Qin!" Chen Guanxiang bowed respectfully.

Nan Yunqi hurriedly said, "Elder Chen, from now on, treat the Nan Family as your own home!"

Chen Guanxiang nodded. "Family Head, just let me know if you need anything."

"Elder Chen, you're too kind!"

As he spoke, Nan Yunqi hurried over to Chen Guanxiang and took out a Primordial Return Pill. "Elder Chen, you're badly injured. Take this pill at once!"

Seeing the second-grade Primordial Return Pill in Nan Yunqi's hand, Chen Guanxiang froze and quickly said, "This is far too valuable. Although I've lost an arm, a few days of rest will be enough to nurse me back to health!"

Nan Yunqi shook his head and pressed the pill into Chen Guanxiang's hand. "Elder Chen, my Nan Family is nowhere near as powerful as the Cloud Mist Sect. This is the only Healing Pill we have. I hope you won't think it's too meager."

Although Chen Guanxiang had lost an arm, he was a genuine expert in the Profound Connection Realm. If he stayed with the Nan Family, their strength would increase tremendously!

"Thank you, Nan Family Head!" Chen Guanxiang didn't refuse again and put away the Primordial Return Pill.

"Quickly find Elder Chen a quiet Side Courtyard where he can recover. Make sure he's well looked after!" Nan Yunqi promptly ordered the servants.

Soon, Chen Guanxiang was escorted away.

"I'll send someone over this afternoon to build the cultivation room. I still have some matters to attend to at the Heavenly Treasure Pavilion, so I'll take my leave," Jiang Lianyue said with a smile as she rose.

"Oh, for you to trouble yourself with this personally, Miss Jiang, this old man is truly overwhelmed by your kindness. Truly overwhelmed!"

Nan Yunqi hurriedly nodded and thanked her with a fawning smile. He was practically ready to call her his gracious benefactor...

Of course, he couldn't be blamed for currying favor. The Heavenly Treasure Pavilion's formation masters were in a league of their own. In the past, with the Nan Family's standing, they could have invited one over in a grand sedan chair, and the master might still not have given them a second glance.

"Little Sister Yue Er, I'll see you out!" Nan Rou suddenly took Jiang Lianyue's arm and led her toward the door.

Seeing his daughter so affectionate with Jiang Lianyue, as if they were old friends, Nan Yunqi frowned. "When did the two of them get to know each other?"

"Just now," Qin Guan replied casually.

Nan Yunqi fell silent. After a moment, he suddenly turned to Qin Guan and demanded, "Qin Guan, be honest. Are you and Miss Jiang having an affair?"

After leaving the Secret Realm, Qin Guan and Jiang Lianyue had gone into the woods. The Nan Family had offended the Spirit Sword Academy, yet Jiang Lianyue had still dared to help them.

Jiang Lianyue's status was incredibly lofty, and now she had even become sworn sisters with Nan Rou. It was obvious that all of this had something to do with Qin Guan. Earlier, Qin Guan had told him he was merely returning a favor and didn't know anyone at the Heavenly Treasure Pavilion. Now it was clear the situation was far more complicated than it seemed.

"Father-in-law, don't make things up. It wouldn't be good if Rou'er heard you!" Qin Guan said, utterly exasperated.

"Anyone with eyes can see that you and Miss Jiang are close. Besides, Rou'er isn't a fool. Do you think she can't tell?" Nan Yunqi said.

"I had something I wanted her to do for me. And she probably saw that I had powerful backing and wanted to get to know me, so she stepped in to help. Understand?" Qin Guan said irritably.

"This old man admits he misjudged you at first. You really do have powerful backing. But the other party is the Heavenly Treasure Pavilion. Surely they wouldn't need to cozy up to you?"

"Father-in-law, honestly, your judgment isn't as good as Rou'er's or Jiang Lianyue's. You're too short-sighted."

At that, Nan Yunqi snapped, "You're calling me short-sighted? Don't think that just because you can fight, you can forget your manners. Let me tell you, no matter how strong you are, I'm still your father-in-law, and Rou'er is your wife!"

Qin Guan's mouth twitched. He was at a loss for words...

Seeing Qin Guan fall silent, Nan Yunqi's expression softened. "Of course, I still want to thank you sincerely. If you hadn't helped, I might have lost my position as Family Head. You're not just a good son-in-law—you're a benefactor to our Nan Family."