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Wang Sheng's eyes lit up slightly upon hearing the news, and he nodded.

He was in dire need of money right now. If he could get the full support of a wealthy family, he might be able to reach the Dark Energy level in a short period.

Once he became a Dark Energy Martial Artist, he would be considered a significant figure in Ershui City, someone whom various factions would show respect to.

"Heh heh, Senior Brother, if you ask me, the best option is to marry into the Liu family. That Lin Shu Senior Brother they favored before is gone. Their legitimate daughter, who was originally intended for a marriage alliance, didn't get married and is now stuck with them. A family on the same level as the Liu family wouldn't dare to marry this legitimate daughter now. This legitimate daughter will have to marry downwards!"

Rumor has it that the Liu family's eldest daughter is beautiful and virtuous. It's a shame her fiancé died like that. It even damaged her own reputation.

"So, Senior Brother, your opportunity has arrived. If you can truly gain the Liu family's support and marry that legitimate daughter, then Fang Mingguang Senior Brother will definitely not dare to provoke you again."

Ge Xiaogu became more excited as he spoke, a gleam of excitement flashing in his eyes.

However, he didn't notice Wang Sheng's slightly strange expression.

To kill Lin Shu, then marry his fiancée, and use her family's resources to cultivate, not to mention possibly having her bear children and take concubines for him in the future. Isn't this a bit too much? Wang Sheng thought to himself.

No, even if Lin Shu isn't a ghost now, he should still be a placenta. He's not human, so it doesn't count as bullying!

Wang Sheng thought this and genuinely began to consider the possibility of becoming a live-in son-in-law.

After all, the Liu family was just too tempting.

That Blood Art technique seemed to have been obtained by Lin Shu from the Liu family.

There must be some precious Martial Path inheritances within the Liu family.

After a while, Wang Sheng stopped Ge Xiaogu's chatter and urged him to go cultivate quickly.

Ge Xiaogu had specifically come to strike up a conversation with him and build rapport, essentially warming a cold stove.

Of course, Ge Xiaogu wasn't putting all his eggs in one basket. He was simultaneously warming the cold stoves of the other few people who had helped him back then. As long as one of them reached Bright Energy, it would be a profit for Ge Xiaogu.

Wang Sheng didn't reject Ge Xiaogu's approach; it was quite good and saved him a lot of time.

"I still need to cultivate!"

"War could break out at any moment. Time is too precious to waste."

Wang Sheng sighed, got up, and began cultivating the Forging Gold Body.

His daily cultivation of the Great Tablet Shattering Hand had already concluded. Spending more time on it would yield minimal gains. It was better to use that time to cultivate the Forging Gold Body and quickly enhance his strength.

Seven days later.

On this day, just as Wang Sheng had gained an initial understanding of the Forging Gold Body, a message arrived from his Master, summoning him to the inner courtyard.

As expected of a body-tempering technique. Just by gaining an initial understanding, it can significantly reduce the damage from energy, cutting it by about thirty percent.

Wang Sheng thought this as he entered the inner courtyard.

Quite a few people were already standing in the inner courtyard. Wu An, Li Chaodong, and others—all had entered the Martial Path but hadn't yet reached Minor Accomplishment and awakened Bright Energy.

Under the large willow tree, Zhao Jie and several elders sat on stone stools, drinking tea and chatting.

After being tempered by energy and cultivating the Forging Gold Body, Wang Sheng's senses were heightened. He keenly noticed that in the adjacent guest room, many women were whispering and peeking.

It seems they've come for a bride-seeking event!

Once Wang Sheng understood, he stood with Wu An and the others, awaiting the scrutiny of the elders.

"This is my disciple, Wu An. He hasn't been training for a year yet. He cultivates diligently every day, is respectful, cares for his junior brothers, honors his elders, has passed the preliminary imperial examination, and is handsome. Among them, he's considered a well-known young man!"

Zhao Jie praised his disciple as much as possible, hoping for a good future for him.

After all, this was essentially seeking investment. The more he got, the more beneficial it would be for him if another Bright Energy disciple emerged in the future.

Upon hearing Zhao Jie's praise, Li Chaodong and the others curled their lips but didn't dare to speak.

Wu An had actually been training for nearly two years. He usually bullied the weak and feared the strong, and had no sense of etiquette. Apart from being handsome, his diligent cultivation was only recent, spurred by that Bone Strengthening Pill.

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Wang Sheng also twitched his lips upon hearing Zhao Jie's words.

Passing the preliminary imperial examination didn't mean he passed it. Zhao Jie's words had added a touch of scholarly elegance to Wu An.

Wu An straightened his back, his expression solemn, striving to appear more spirited.

However, unfortunately, The elders, after a moment of contemplation, all shook their heads one after another.

Clearly, they had some information about these individuals and wouldn't throw away a large sum of silver foolishly.

Wu An's face fell, while Li Chaodong and the others visibly raised their eyebrows, feeling quite pleased.

Just as Zhao Jie thought it was hopeless and was about to introduce another disciple, a young maidservant suddenly emerged from the nearby guest room, hurried to Zhao Jie and the elders, handed over a note, and then quickly ran back.

One of the elders read the words on the note, fell silent for a moment, then gave a wry smile and sighed, saying, "Young hero Wu is talented and handsome. My Dan family is willing to form a marriage alliance with you. Are you willing?"

Wu An immediately became radiant and excited, nodding repeatedly, "I am willing, I am willing!"

Li Chaodong and the others' faces turned grim. They glanced at the guest room, wondering which woman was so blind as to fall for Wu An.

Wang Sheng felt that it must have been Wu An's appearance that attracted the Dan Family woman in the guest room.

After all, for martial artists like them, without good skincare, their skin was generally rough.

Wu An was already the most handsome among them.

"Does that mean I have a chance too!"

Wang Sheng thought that he wasn't bad-looking either.

Seeing that Wu An had secured a resource, Zhao Jie was quite satisfied and began introducing the next person, Li Chaodong.

Since Wang Sheng was the last to arrive, he had to be introduced at the very end.

Soon, Time flew by.

When it was time to introduce Wang Sheng, not only were the elders tired, but even Zhao Jie was quite exhausted.

To praise these disciples, Zhao Jie had used every word he could think of.

"This is my disciple Wang Sheng, who only recently joined. He is diligent and hardworking, respects his teachers, is eager to learn, and is handsome. Most importantly, I believe this disciple of mine has great potential that has yet to be unlocked. Gentlemen, don't miss out!"

Zhao Jie said.

"Master Zhao, which of your disciples isn't diligent, hardworking, and respectful of their teachers? You're repeating yourself and trying to fool us with potential now, aren't you!"

The elder from the Dan Family said with a smile.

The few of them held a small but quite important piece of information about these disciples.

For example, Wang Sheng only barely managed to join two months ago. This was the biggest and most fatal flaw, making it difficult for him to be accepted by these wealthy families.

"I'm not interested!"

"Young friend, don't be disappointed, there will be other opportunities."

"No!"

The other three elders also gave their answers.

Wang Sheng was not chosen.

Wu An, Li Chaodong, and the others relaxed, a smile on their lips.

Just then, A young maidservant walked out of the adjacent guest room and handed a note to an elder.

"Another one!"

Li Chaodong and the others felt their hearts sink when they saw this.

Zhao Jie was also quite speechless. His disciples' talent hadn't attracted these old men, but they had managed to seduce the women instead!

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