Thoroughly Subdued, the Truth Revealed, Shijie Loses Face, Madam's Reward

Wen Caishang's eyes rippled. She knew Li Xian possessed monstrous strength; the Double-Pupil Aspect and Perfect Aspect could both augment his power. Coupled with the high foundation he had forged in martial arts, his spine was like a divine mountain. Here, he was surely invincible, with the momentum of a foe to a hundred, a foe to a thousand. Yet when she first saw his spear and sword used in tandem, the subtlety of his spearwork had already exceeded expectations, while his swordsmanship possessed a style all its own—deep and unfathomable, something she had only heard of before. Those elders and disciples who styled themselves righteous were not even worth one exchange. In an instant, they became earthen chickens and porcelain dogs, stray dogs from ruined homes, crushed into fleeing in all directions and screaming without end. Even their manhood, ambition, sharp spirit, and bearing as disciples of famous sects had been beaten into scattered fragments. Such might, such momentum—rarely heard of in all the world! And when she thought of her young man overturning his enemies for her sake, the joy in her heart was simply beyond words.

Wen Caishang glanced toward the women of the sword sects and saw strange expressions in their sparkling eyes. There was no lack of shock, admiration, and reverence among them. She pondered inwardly, How long has it even been since we parted? His abilities have grown ever more formidable; even I can scarcely predict them. I've always thought my talent decent enough, yet I still cannot compare to him. He merely lacks some experience, opportunities, accumulation, and time. Given time, surpassing me will likely no longer be a problem.

*My young man being more capable than me, protecting me and loving me... naturally makes me happy. I only fear he won't listen