Yin Ming stood still, his aura gradually turning cold upon hearing the man's voice...

But the burly man didn't notice this and swung his natal magic weapon, the axe, at Yin Ming.

His cultivation at the Spirit King level erupted, surrounded by spiritual energy, as he unleashed a full-force attack! He was going to show these people his true strength.

If a mere guard cannot kill with a single blow, then what is the point of all his years of cultivation?

"Shut up." Yin Ming raised his eyes, his cold gaze locking onto the burly man.

His spiritual power completely dissipated, and the burly man's body stiffened, a sharp pain shooting through his neck.

But before he could even feel it, his head—fell off.

His eyes widened because the speed was so fast that his nerves hadn't even had time to react when his head hit the ground.

Looking at my own body standing there, my head... my brains splattered.

An invisible barrier stood before Yin Ming, preventing the splattered blood from staining him completely.

The dark figure stood there, its head rolling over due to inertia, like a ball.

With a thud, the burly man's body crashed to the ground.

The change happened in an instant; by the time everyone reacted, the burly man was already dead.

His eyes bulged out; he died with his eyes wide open, unable to close them in peace.

Yin Ming's expression remained as calm as could be. He stood there, motionless, yet he could kill his opponent in an instant.

That's the Spirit King!

A Spirit King realm cultivator! And it was dealt with so easily?

Everyone gasped, while those who weren't chosen secretly rejoiced.

Those who were on the list all took a step back in unison, looking at Yin Ming with fear.

This... is it definitely not a god of death?

"Is there anyone else who wants to compete?" Liu Yue raised her eyebrows and looked at everyone present with a bright smile.

Everyone backed away. Marry...marry my ass! They'd be dead already.

Some of the more timid ones took off running, saying, "I suddenly remembered that my sow is about to give birth, I have to go back and check on her!"

"I...I need to pee!"

"My...my maternal uncle's great-aunt gave birth! I'm going to go see her!"

"Farewell, everyone!"

The once bustling Jun family hall was suddenly nearly empty.

The remaining people weren't trying to run away, but were so terrified they collapsed and knelt on the ground after only a few steps.

"Dead Leg, run! Dead Leg!!"

"Oh? Those of you who haven't left yet still have a chance. Whether you're selected or not, you can compete with my guards."

"Dead leg, dead leg! Get up! Stand up, waaaaah!"

Helpless, weak, and afraid.

Seeing this, Old Master Jun's lips twitched. "Get out, all of you, get out of here!"

A bunch of cowards, how could they be worthy of his precious granddaughter?

"Grandpa, I can."

In the corner.

Qin Yi came out.

His expression was resolute as he looked at Liuyue.

His eyes were burning.

If it were the old Jun Liuyue, she might have been moved by Qin Yi, but now... not at all.

Liu Yue would only think that this scoundrel was trying to hold her back, using the marriage contract as an excuse to keep her in Tianyan forever.

She raised an eyebrow slightly: "Young Master Qin, you should think this through."

"Liuyue, when did we... become so cold to each other?"

Qin Yi choked, "Are you still blaming me? I know I shouldn't have sided with Luo Yishui. Later I found out that Luo Yishui had done so many bad things to you."

At first, the original owner had high hopes for Qin Yi, but Qin Yi favored Luo Yishui.

It wasn't until later, when Qin Yi learned of the ambiguous relationship between Luo Yishui and Sikong Yu, that he realized how terribly wrong he had been.

Later, when Luo Yishui's crimes were exposed, Qin Yi realized how excessive he had been.

But it was all too late! Liu Yue grew increasingly indifferent towards him.

In reality, the original Jun Liuyue might have forgiven Qin Yi, but the current Liuyue wouldn't—

They wouldn't take Qin Yi seriously either.

"Have you said enough?" Liu Yue didn't want to listen to Qin Yi's nonsense anymore.

Qin Yi clenched his fist. "I will win."

Yin Ming: Is this person mentally unstable?

Once on the dueling platform, Yin Ming didn't take Qin Yi seriously at all, and with one move, he threw him half to his death.

Qin Yi tried to get up again and again, but Yin Ming threw him back down each time.

Finally, the head of the Qin family arrived. Seeing his grandson beaten like this, he was so angry that he almost fainted. He knocked Qin Yi unconscious before carrying him back.

"grandfather!"

"Hehehe, Grandpa will clear the area right away! Someone, clear the area!"

Grandpa Jun touched his nose sheepishly, then quickly had someone escort the person out before closing the door.

"Alright, alright, quiet down."

"grandfather!"

Liu Yue said, enunciating each word clearly, "Do you know what you're doing? When did I say I was going to hold a marriage contest?"

"Yue... Yue, you're sixteen now, it's time for you to choose a husband, Your Majesty, don't you think so?"

Jun Tianlan looked at Sikong Xi beside him.

Sikong Xi looked up at the sky and said, "You know what, the weather is really nice today."

Jun Tianlan looked up and saw dark clouds covering the sky. What was going on?

His lips twitched slightly. "Yue, Yue'er, listen to Grandpa's excuses—no, listen to Grandpa's explanation."

"Oh, go ahead."

Liu Yue sat back in her chair, raised an eyebrow at Jun Tianlan, and said, "How did you even come up with that!"

“This matter was indeed ill-considered by Grandpa.” Jun Tianlan scratched his head. “But don’t worry, Grandpa will find a husband who satisfies you sooner or later! Although it’s a marriage proposal, in the end, it still needs your consent, girl.”

"I don't want to get married right now. If you're trying to keep me in Tianyan this way, it's absolutely impossible. I have legs; I can run away anytime," Liu Yue said with a slight smile, her tone serious.

"You silly girl." Jun Tianlan hadn't expected Liuyue to be so angry. "Grandpa..."

"Cough cough cough, alright alright, Grandpa did this. From now on, whatever Grandpa does, he'll definitely ask for your permission first, okay?"

Jun Tianlan's tone softened, and he said with a smile, "Little girl, are you really angry?"

"I'm not angry," Liu Yue shook her head. "You have terrible taste."

Jun Tianlan: ...

Her lips twitched slightly as she suddenly noticed Yin Ming standing next to Liu Yue.

Yes! How could he not have thought of that!

At this moment, Liu Yue had no idea what the old man was thinking. If she did know... she would definitely be devastated.

Sikong Xi was invited to stay for dinner by Old Master Jun. These days, Tianyan's political affairs were so busy that Sikong Xi didn't even have a chance to catch his breath.

Having finally gotten a chance to rest, I heard that Liuyue was going to hold a marriage contest, so I rushed over immediately.

In the pavilion.

Sikong Xi picked up the teapot and poured Liuyue a cup of tea. The girl opposite him leaned against the pillar with a calm expression.