Chapter 231: Heading to the Eastern Sea, in search of the Immortal Carved Stone Boat

Princess, you should change clothes.

The maid walked over and spoke.

Lu Qingluo finally reacted, suppressing the strange feeling in her heart, and began to change into the selected phoenix crown and rosy robes under the maid's service.

On the other side, after Fang Xu and Yun Wan returned, they each changed clothes under the service of attendants, preparing for the grand ceremony.

At the early chen hour, the ceremony officially began.

At this moment, the Huayang Mountain square was already filled with people.

These people are the heads of major powers from Sanshan Island; ordinary people have no right to stand here.

Under the preparations of the Divine Hall disciples and the Ascension Assembly members, a huge platform was erected above the hall square, ensuring those below could see the ceremony's proceedings and Fang Xu's true appearance.

After a lengthy speech, Zhongli Hui finally announced the start of the Divine Hall, inviting Fang Xu and the three brides out.

Watching the four walk from behind the platform, Zhongli Hui was just about to announce the official start of the wedding when a figure suddenly flew out from the crowd below.

This scene left everyone present stunned.

Fang Xu's reputation had already spread across Sanshan Island; on his wedding day, although many were too far away to see clearly what was happening on the platform, none dared to fly into the air to look.

After all, flying into the air represents a provocation.

They never expected that someone on Sanshan Island would dare to provoke Fang Xu.

Look, that person seems to be the princess of Yu State!

Good heavens, it really is the princess!

No wonder, the princess should be fine, after all it's said the princess is Fang Shaoxia's senior sister.

No, look what the princess is wearing?

Phoenix crown and rosy robes, that's the wedding attire!

Strange, could the princess also be marrying Fang Shaoxia? This way of appearing is also quite special.

No, we haven't heard any news of the princess marrying!

What's going on?

Watching the figure in phoenix crown and rosy robes sweep past overhead and directly descend onto the platform, the crowd below buzzed with discussion.

On the platform, Fang Xu frowned at the incoming Lu Qingluo.

Although it's unclear why Lu Qingluo did this, Fang Xu already had a bad feeling.

Dressed like this appearing at my wedding, is she trying to force me to marry her?

Beside them, Yun Wan, Gu Qiu, and Chu Mu, with red veils on their heads, all lifted their veils, looking puzzled at Lu Qingluo and then at Fang Xu.

Fang Xu slightly shook his head, indicating he had no idea about this.

Lu Qingluo leapt through the crowd and lightly landed on the edge of the platform.

Looking at Fang Xu not far away, she walked over with a light smile.

After arriving before Fang Xu, she first bowed slightly to Yun Wan and the three ladies: 'Sisters, sorry.'

The three said nothing, silently watching Fang Xu to see how he would handle this.

Senior sister, what is this...

Fang Xu frowned.

Lu Qingluo didn't care, eyes fixed on his face: 'Fang Xu, we've known each other for over a hundred years.'

Starting from Maple Forest Town, to now, I have realized you are the person I have waited for my whole life.

I know there has been a rift between us, but now... everything is past, I don't want to leave regrets in this life.

Fang Xu, taking this opportunity, let me marry you, okay?

Facing Lu Qingluo's nearly pleading gaze, Fang Xu fell silent.

He indeed once had feelings for Lu Qingluo, and even during the Ascension Assembly's entrance examination setting, he once had a dreamy affinity with Lu Qingluo.

But now, he no longer has any feelings for Lu Qingluo.

Feelings should follow one's true heart.

As the saying goes from a past life, a forced melon isn't sweet.

Without affection, even if they marry, it will later be torment for Lu Qingluo.

But now, all the notable figures of Sanshan Island are below.

Master Lu Zhiyuan is also not far from the platform.

Lu Qingluo came prepared with her bridal attire; if I refuse, it will undoubtedly make her and Lu Zhiyuan a laughingstock.

Now he understands that although Lu Zhiyuan took him as a disciple years ago, it was likely for his own ulterior motives.

But after all, they share a master-disciple bond.

Senior sister, you're doing this somewhat lacking consideration.

Marriage is a major matter, needing an emotional foundation.

Fang Xu said softly.

Lu Qingluo slightly shook her head: 'We've known each other longer than those three.'

In terms of feelings, we should be the deepest.

Fang Xu, I don't care about status, I just want to stay by your side this life, even as a concubine.

Having said this, Lu Qingluo is already humble enough.

As the princess of Yu State, willingly becoming a concubine is something others dare not imagine.

Senior sister, this isn't a matter of wife versus concubine.

I just don't want to deceive you, nor myself.

Fang Xu said helplessly.

Lu Qingluo's expression was somewhat dim; she begged again: "Fang Xu, I know it was my problem before."

But can you give me one chance?

Feelings... can be slowly cultivated later.

From today on, I'll listen to whatever you say.

I will definitely strive to become the kind you like.

Looking at Lu Qingluo's pretty face, Fang Xu felt helpless.

He really wanted to tell Lu Qingluo that she is no longer the type he likes.

Because she has now lost herself.

Fang Xu.

At this moment, Yun Wan walked over slowly.

After glancing at Lu Qingluo, she softly said: "Why not just agree?"

With so many people, if you reject her, I'm afraid...

Chu Mu and Gu Qiu also came over at this time; the two looked at Lu Qingluo, then said to Fang Xu: "Why not just agree?"

The two could hardly imagine how much courage it takes for a woman, as an imperial princess, to lower her status and face, bring her own wedding attire here to beg Fang Xu to marry her.

And if she is rejected today, Lu Qingluo would probably find it hard to leave alive.

Fang Xu did not speak.

The murmurs of the crowd below have grown louder and louder.

Obviously, everyone probably guessed the specific situation.

It seems that among the brides Fang Xu was to marry, there was no Lu Qingluo; she herself prepared the wedding attire, shamelessly running over to insist on marrying herself off.

Although the views on marriage and love on Three Mountains Island are quite open, such an approach by Lu Qingluo still cannot be understood.

If it weren't for her status as a princess, the people below would have already started gossiping.

On the high platform, Lu Zhiyuan silently looked at Fang Xu in the distance, his face somewhat tense, somewhat expectant, and also somewhat gloomy.

In his view, if Fang Xu were to refuse today...

Even his and Lu Qingluo's father-daughter pair's faces would be completely lost.

All right.

Fang Xu hesitated for a long time, but in the end still could not bring himself to refuse.

He also knows very well what the consequences of publicly rejecting Lu Qingluo are.

Although with his current strength he already fears neither Yu State nor anything of Three Mountains Island.

But Lu Qingluo is after all his senior martial sister, and Lu Zhiyuan is still his master.

Seeing Fang Xu speak, Lu Qingluo gratefully glanced at him, then dragged her phoenix crown and rosy scarf to his side.

"Lu Qingluo sister's wedding attire is so beautiful!" Looking at Lu Qingluo's wedding attire, Chu Mu exclaimed enviously.

Lu Qingluo's expression froze; she looked at Yun Wan and others' wedding attire, then at her own, suddenly realizing something was off.

She immediately took off the phoenix crown on her head, removed the splendid rosy scarf behind her, and wore only a long red dress.

This way, she is not much different from Yun Wan and the other two.

Gu Qiu, seeing this, nodded satisfactorily.

She differs from Yun Wan and Chu Mu, having hardly any feelings for Lu Qingluo.

The reason she urged Fang Xu to agree is also because she felt that publicly refusing would likely cause an accident in the wedding.

Now seeing Lu Qingluo so perceptive, he also felt somewhat relieved.

The brief farce ended, and the wedding continued.

Lu Zhiyuan on the high platform also let out a long sigh of relief.

The master-disciple bond between him and Fang Xu is already in peril.

This is also why he did not go to ask Fang Xu to help him break through.

Now, Lu Qingluo has happily married Fang Xu, and they have thus gained an additional affinity as father-in-law and son-in-law.

In that case, even if I ultimately fail to break through and pass away peacefully, Lu Qingluo will have someone to care for her.

Congratulations, Your Majesty!

Beside him, the elderly temple person hastily clasped his hands.

Lu Zhiyuan gave a hehe laugh, said nothing, and directly sat back down.

Under Zhongli Hui's supervision, the wedding proceeded in an orderly manner as previously planned.

Only by evening did the wedding finally end.

After seeing off the guests, Fang Xu and five persons came to the bridal chamber.

After entering the bridal chamber, Lu Qingluo didn't have time to take off her wedding attire before immediately apologizing to Fang Xu: "Fang Xu, sorry!"

Fang Xu looked at her, somewhat puzzled: "What's wrong?"

Lu Qingluo lowered her head and said: "I know today's matter has put you in a difficult position."

Also know that you agreed to marry me today only for my and my father's face.

But I guarantee that from now on I will wholeheartedly treat you.

Fang Xu did not speak.

He actually planned to see Lu Qingluo off back to the Central State Imperial City the next day.

This way, preserving the husband-wife title would not harm Lu Zhiyuan's and her reputation.

But now that Lu Qingluo said this, he hesitated again.

Ah, what's the point of saying these now?

I've been busy all day; it's time to sleep.

Gu Qiu removed her wedding dress, barefoot, and said, 'Qingluo sister, tonight you come serve your husband; we won't fight you over him.'

She then pulled Chu Mu and Yun Wan, preparing to go out.

I...

Lu Qingluo's face flushed red.

She suddenly recalled listening to the 'battle' all night last night, and worried she couldn't endure it.

Seeing her embarrassed look, Gu Qiu gave a wicked smile and said, 'Of course, if you don't mind, we can do it together.'

'Ah?' Lu Qinglo looked surprised at the three, then glanced at Fang Xu.

Fang Xu was also speechless.

He now doesn't even know how to handle this matter.

These three not only didn't help, but also joined in the clamor.

You three...

'Husband, you got the bargain.'

Gu Qiu said, walking straight to the bedside.

'Sisters, come on.'

Yun Wan and Chu Mu lowered their heads and walked over.

Lu Qingluo hesitated a moment, then also followed over.

The next morning, when Fang Xu left, the four were still asleep.

From the bridal chamber to the Ascension Immortal Association Hall, Fang Xu found Zhongli Hui.

The wedding ceremony ended; they should also return to the Tianhuang Realm.

Next, he also planned to go with Gu Yuxi to the East Sea to search for the Immortal Inscription Stone Boat.

With a great enemy before him, he must not indulge in the land of gentleness.

'Palace Master, I think you should take the princess back to Zhongzhou to pay a visit to your master.'

Fang Xu heard this and was stunned for a moment.

Zhongli Hui's hand flashed with light, producing several pills, and said, 'These are what I prepared for you.'

Fang Xu curiously asked: 'This is...'

Zhongli Hui smiled and said, 'Don't hide it from you, Palace Master; I discovered yesterday that Emperor Yu's lifespan is about to reach its limit.'

'If he doesn't break through, he at most has three years left to live.'

'These few pills can let him break through to the Martial Sovereign Realm, extending his life by over a hundred years.'

Lu Zhiyuan's lifespan limit has arrived!?

Fang Xu was somewhat surprised, but after thinking, he understood—they have known each other for over a hundred years.

Lu Zhiyuan is still a Martial Master to this day.

Reaching the lifespan limit is also normal.

'Thank you, Grand Elder.'

'Then, Grand Elder, you first take the people back; after I return from the imperial city, I will immediately go back to the Tianhuang Realm.'

Zhongli Hui clasped his hands: 'Yes.'

Zhongzhou Imperial City.

When Fang Xu brought the four women here, Lu Zhiyuan was handling official duties.

Hearing the attendant's report, he quickly had them invite Fang Xu and the others in.

'Master.'

After slightly bowing to Lu Zhiyuan, Fang Xu carefully examined him and found his physical condition indeed as Zhongli Hui said.

As a peak Martial Master, his lifespan limit should have been 180 years.

But back then, he was injured by the strange insects of Bai Shan, damaging his vital energy, so now he has at most three years left to live.

'Master's body...'

Fang Xu spoke first.

Lu Zhiyuan was stunned for a moment, then laughed and waved his hand, saying, 'Everyone must die; as a teacher, I now have no regrets.'

Lu Qingluo successfully married Fang Xu, which also counts as understanding one of his greatest wishes.

Although his words were like that, Fang Xu could still sense his inner longing.

A flash of light in his hand, Zhongli Hui prepared the pills and took them out.

'Master, these pills for you should enable you to break through to the Martial Sovereign Realm.'

'And also this...'

Fang Xu thought for a moment, then took out a jug of prepared Primordial Chaos Immortal Fluid.

According to his former nature, the Primordial Chaos Immortal Fluid was given by the jug.

But after Gu Yuxi spoke of the Primordial Chaos Immortal Fluid's preciousness, he is no longer so generous.

'Each time you drink a cup, after refining it you drink again; it should replenish your lost vital energy and restore your body.'

Looking at the things in Fang Xu's hand, Lu Zhiyuan's heart was greatly excited.

Isn't this exactly what he longs for?

'This...'

Although he felt that way inside, on the surface he still didn't want Fang Xu to notice anything.

"Master, please take it."

Fang Xu spoke directly.

After handing the items to Lu Zhiyuan, they chatted a while longer, then Fang Xu said he still had business to attend to and directly left with Lu Qingluo and the others.

Before departing, Lu Qingluo came to Lu Zhiyuan's side, took his hand and said:

"Father, I'm leaving."

"You must take good care of your health."

Lu Zhiyuan smiled and patted her hand, saying: "Take good care of your husband and raise your children; after I pass away, this Great Yu will rely on you."

Lu Qingluo nodded with tear-filled eyes.

Afterwards she followed Fang Xu back to the Heavenly Brilliance Realm.

Inside the hall, Fang Xu had someone call Gu Yusix and the others over.

After confirming they would go to the Eastern Sea to seek the Immortal Carved Stone Boat, he decided to bring Changlong.

After all, it was he and Changlong who discovered the Immortal Carved Stone Boat back then.

But he hadn't expected that Xiaolong would also insist on coming along.

Fang Xu felt helpless and could only bring her along.

After entrusting the affairs of the Divine Palace to Zhongli Hui and the others, Fang Xu and Gu Yusix's group of four set out. (End of chapter)