"That's all fine, you're already husband and wife. I trust you won't treat Qingqing badly. I'll have people make arrangements tomorrow, no, right after dinner."

The Black Stone City Lord laughed heartily, eager to make hay while the sun shines and get Shen Wang tied to their ship.

He asked for Shen Wang's opinion at the wine table.

Shen Wang wasn't interested in the wedding ceremony minutiae, leaving it all to the City Lord's Mansion, and simply having the ceremony there with the City Lord inviting familiar guests. After the ceremony, he and Shi Qingqing would return to the residence of his family.

After the feast was over, the Black Stone City Lord issued a command to immediately start preparations.

The entire City Lord's Mansion instantly bustled with activity, rigorously preparing for the imminent wedding.

Perhaps the customs of the human race from different worlds are similar—in this place, red is also used as the color of celebration. Soon, the City Lord's Mansion was adorned with red lanterns and colorful silk, the festive atmosphere permeated every corner.

Shi Zhixiang looked at these arrangements from his own residence, feeling the wound on his chest faintly ache, he sneered, "Your woman was just taken away, and then you forget everything when you see a beauty, not much of a good guy after all, even daring to hit me and rebuke me."

His muttering made the servant beside him pale, hastily saying, "Oh sir, don't say such things, that lord is still in the chamber."

"Hmph, so far away, how could he hear anything?"

Shi Zhixiang didn't care, yelling at those hanging lanterns near him, "Get lost, I'm not getting married, why hang lanterns here?"

Unbeknownst to him, his behavior was precisely detected by Shen Wang.

Shen Wang and Susu were assigned to a luxury chamber to rest. He wasn't entirely at ease, secretly tampering with the Array for covert surveillance of the City Lord's Mansion to avoid any accidents.

After some probing, he didn't find anything unusual; the entire City Lord's Mansion was indeed preparing for the wedding. Yet, Shi Zhixiang's words made him rather displeased.

In haste to marry, only to enhance power, he wouldn't touch other women. Could someone like Shi Zhixiang possibly compare with him?

His impression of this person worsened. He said to Susu beside him, "Susu, do you think I'm too amorous?"

"Husband, I understand you. Now, with the marriage to the City Lord's Mansion, you can gain their support. Even the You Race would have to think twice before acting."

Susu expressed her understanding of Shen Wang.

"Susu is indeed the top Auctioneer, you've considered it thoroughly, I indeed had this in mind."

Shen Wang nodded, "Since we're living here, having a friend is better than an enemy."

He caressed Susu's cheek, "You don't need to be upset. I promise, no matter what the future holds, I will cherish you as always, treating all women equally and never neglecting you because of someone else."

"Husband, you understand, for teaching Shi Zhixiang a lesson for me, Susu understands your feelings."

Susu smiled gently, with eyes full of trust and support for Shen Wang. She knew all that her husband did was to form an alliance with the City Lord's Mansion to protect their shared home.

Meanwhile, in Shi Qingqing's boudoir, she was seated before a copper mirror, letting maids adorn and dress her.

Her heart beating somewhat fast, looking at herself in the mirror, she was more stunningly dressed.

"It's too fast, just met once and now I'm to become his wife."

She felt a mix of shyness, joy, and some anxiety, afraid Shen Wang didn't marry her sincerely.

But considering this world's cruelty, even if not sincere, what's the difference?

Could she refuse?

"He taught Shi Zhixiang a lesson for Susu, probably won't treat me too badly, right?"

She thought of the future they'd share and fell into a bit of a daze.

The City Lord's Mansion issued invitations that day. The wedding would take place in two days,

On the third day, night fell, stars adorned the sky, the City Lord's Mansion was brightly lit.

Guests arrived one after another, not only High-Level Cultivators and various family forces from Black Stone City but also formidable figures from the surroundings, in considerable numbers, making this sudden wedding quite lively.

"Congratulations, Brother Shi, your daughter is marrying quite a strong figure."

"Brother Shi has good fortune. We must consult your son-in-law for Alchemy in the future."

Guests offered their congratulations while trying to get closer. They knew more or less that Shen Wang's Alchemy skills were formidable and related to the You Race; his power wasn't simple. This marriage alliance would definitely enhance the City Lord's Mansion's strength.

Some were happy, while others were not comfortable, though they didn't show it on the spot.

"The bride and groom are arriving."

Someone reminded.

Soon Shen Wang appeared in elegant attire, full of spirit. Alongside him was the strikingly beautiful Shi Qingqing in a wedding gown, garnering waves of admiration from the crowd.

"Truly, a perfect match."

"Yes, a match made in heaven."

With the guests' praise, the wedding ceremony proceeded simply yet solemnly.

The Black Stone City Lord and Shi Qingqing's mother sat in the main seat, receiving Shen Wang and Shi Qingqing's courtesy. After some rituals, the wedding was considered completed.

Shen Wang personally toasted the guests, then took Shi Qingqing to depart.

The guests of the City Lord's Mansion raised their glasses together, the whole mansion was filled with laughter and cheers.

In the chorus of blessings, Shen Wang and Shi Qingqing walked hand in hand into the bridal chamber prepared for them.

Inside, candlelight flickered, casting a warm and romantic glow on Shen Wang's face.

"Husband."

Shi Qingqing was a bit nervous.

"Qingqing, you are my wife, I will treat you well."

Shen Wang spoke earnestly.

He married Shi Qingqing, though there was some impulse from beauty and system rewards, it also included promises—not to treat her as merely a tool.

If he were so, he would have acted recklessly when his Dantian was damaged. If he randomly married women then, trouble would likely have been more prevalent, not as smooth as now.

"Husband, I understand."

Shi Qingqing nodded.

They exchanged smiles, no words needed; everything was understood without speech.

"A night of spring worth a thousand gold, Qingqing, let me love you."

Shen Wang embraced Shi Qingqing and kissed her.

A night passed, Shen Wang and Shi Qingqing consummated their marriage.

After the celebration, Shen Wang took Shi Qingqing back to his residence, returning to a state of calm life.

He had little time to relax, needing to think of returning and gaining strength quickly to visit the You Race Holy City to see Youli's mother and son.

Even if he did not go, the threat from the You Race Holy City remains, requiring further enhancement of his strength.

Thus, while enjoying the bliss of new marriage, he began preparations, using the Black Stone City Lord's resources and elixirs to expedite cultivation, while gathering more intelligence on the You Race Holy City.

Meanwhile, Shi Qingqing became the best conduit for communication between Shen Wang and the City Lord's Mansion. Information previously unreachable by Susu was now accessible through Shi Qingqing.

He learned many secrets and was relieved with his choice.

Through the City Lord's Mansion, Shen Wang gained further insight into the You Race's might.

In the vast domain of the Celestial Slaughter Realm, the You Race stands as the dominant force in Youzhou, their strength surpassing his imagination.

The You Race descends from the great ancient Demon Emperor level ancestor, Emperor You. Though Emperor You is long gone from this realm, the bloodline forming the You Race remains powerful, standing among the pinnacle of myriad races.

"I didn't expect the You Race's ancestor to be Emperor You, a peak powerhouse in this realm!"

A Demon Emperor is among the top presences that would make all beings in this realm tremble, second only to the Divine Spirit, the ultimate rank for cultivators, surpassing two major realms of Demon Saint.

The You Race may lack a current Demon Emperor, but their foundation remains profound and immeasurable. Demon Saint level figures aren't few. Even if Shen Wang cultivates to this level, forcibly entering the You Race's Holy City would still entail considerable risks.

"I can only send a clone; if something happens, it won't affect the main body, and the main body must go back. This world is too dangerous."

Shen Wang thought to himself, speculating this realm's Demon Emperors are likely top cultivators from his world's Upper Realm, with the Celestial Slaughter Realm itself higher in rank than his world.

He adjusted his forthcoming plans, dispatching a clone to formally investigate the matter of the spatial passages.

While the main body continued cultivating newly opened acupoints, upon reaching Demon General Level, he began refining elixirs for breakthroughs.

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