Logically speaking, she was also a student of Mingyue Academy and should have been attending classes, but he hadn't run into her even once during this period. He could tell from his sister-in-law's words that she hadn't been attending classes.
I don't know what she's busy with all day. She seems to be traveling all over the country. I heard Cheng Shouping mention that she's in charge of many of the Chu family's businesses. It seems like she works very hard managing the family business.
As soon as Chu Huanzhao entered the house and saw his sister there, he excitedly ran over: "Dad, Mom, Sister, you'll never guess what happened at school today, Zu'an, he..."
Qin Wanru interrupted her: "We can talk about unimportant things later. Let's get down to business first."
Chu Huanzhao could only helplessly shrug at Zu An, tilt his head and stick out his tongue, looking extremely cute.
Zu An felt a warmth in his heart; his sister-in-law was truly good to him. However, his mother-in-law's attitude was less than flattering; she clearly looked down on him. Qin Wanru was beautiful, after all, her daughters were all stunning, but her domineering personality was truly unappealing. Fortunately, her two daughters didn't resemble her. He wondered what was going on with Ji Dengtu; that a woman like that would also indulge in fantasies—did she have some kind of peculiar fetish?
If Qin Wanru knew that Zu An was making such a fuss about her, she would probably be furious. At this moment, she looked at her eldest daughter: "Chuyan, because the Yaoguang Secret Realm opened ahead of schedule, the competition with the Yuan family has also been moved up to the day after tomorrow. How are your preparations?"
"A family competition?" Zu An's heart skipped a beat. He then remembered hearing them mention this matter some time ago. The Chu family and the Yuan family both dealt in weapons and were in fierce competition with each other. However, as nobles, they couldn't resort to any means necessary like ordinary merchants, as it would be embarrassing for everyone. Therefore, they decided to use a family competition to determine the market share of each region.
Firstly, it can be considered a gentlemanly competition, allowing everyone to coexist peacefully; secondly, it can also encourage the family members to diligently cultivate their skills.
Zuan didn't expect time to pass so quickly; the time for the clan competition was already here.
“It should be fine,” Chu Chuyan replied. “I’ve been training the Chu family’s disciples all this time. They’ve been quite diligent over the years, and based on past experience, they should be more than capable.”
Chu Zhongtian frowned: "We can't rely on past experience. This time, the Yuan family has the support of the Wu family, so the people they send will definitely be more powerful than in previous years."
Chu Huanzhao, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but say, "Since the Yuan family can hire outside help, why don't we? Wouldn't it be obvious that we're at a disadvantage if we didn't?"
"What do you know?" Chu Zhongtian snorted. "If I also went to ask for outside help, wouldn't that prove that our Chu family is afraid of the Wu family? Besides, my father was upright and honest all his life and would never stoop to such underhanded things."
Zu'an chuckled to himself. This was a classic case of someone who was too proud to admit their mistakes and suffered for it. It was hard to reconcile this henpecked father-in-law with words like "upright and incorruptible."
Chu Chuyan replied, "Even if you ask the Wu family for help, you still can't beat me."
Zu An was shocked. He hadn't expected his cheap wife to be so good at showing off. The key was that neither Chu Zhongtian and his wife nor Chu Huanzhao showed any doubt. It was as if it were a matter of course.
I heard that she is now a fifth-rank cultivator and a recognized cultivation genius in Bright Moon City. I wonder who is more powerful, her or Pei Mianman?
Zu An found it hard to imagine Chu Chuyan's strength. He could only compare her to those with combat experience. He had fought against two fifth-rank fighters and almost lost his life each time.
Although Xue'er is a fifth-rank, I think she is definitely no match for Chu Chuyan. As for Pei Mianman, she easily defeated Yuan Wendong, who was also a fifth-rank, in the academy last time. Thinking of her strange black flames, I wonder who would have the upper hand if she and Chu Chuyan fought.
Thinking of Pei Mianman, I couldn't help but recall the scene of the two of them entangled in Chu Chuyan's bedroom that night. That woman really had a great figure...
“Although you’re sure to win one match, there are ten matches in total, and someone is destined to lose one. I’m not really confident this time.” Qin Wanru said, glancing at Zu An and then shaking her head subconsciously.
In the ten rounds, the legitimate sons of the two families must participate. The requirements for others are not so strict. Whether they are from the concubine's family, servants, or other family members, as long as they are strong enough, they can participate.
The Chu family suffered a loss because of their son-in-law, Zu An. According to the rules, he was obligated to participate, which meant they had already lost before the battle even began.
"What do you mean?" Zu An thought to himself, "Are you looking down on me like this?" Although he was unhappy, he still put on a nonchalant expression. "Don't worry, I'm sure I can win a game."
However, his words were clearly not taken seriously by the others, and even Chu Huanzhao, who had always supported him, did not believe that he could win a match.
Chu Chuyan said calmly, "Don't think about those unrealistic things. Let's stick to the plan from last time. You will face Yuan Wendong. Even if you lose, you will still be contributing to the overall victory of our Chu family. To ensure that Yuan Wendong is willing to choose you, I will accompany you to the school tomorrow. You will find a way to annoy him again."
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