You Have Science, I Have Martial Arts-Chapter 577 - 263: Too Excited to Sleep All Night (3)

Chapter 577: Chapter 263: Too Excited to Sleep All Night (3)

"Quick, invite him over."

"Yes."

Soon, Ye Qingzhou walked into the study: "Father-in-law wants to see me?"

"Haha, dear son-in-law, please sit down quickly. I called you over today because I have something to discuss with you."

Then Shen Huaimin mentioned recommending Ye Qingzhou for Xiao Lian. To the people of the Da Liang Kingdom, this was a ticket to enter officialdom, something that many people desired but couldn’t attain.

But to Ye Qingzhou, what’s the use of this thing?

Being nominated as Xiao Lian won’t improve martial arts cultivation, and he also doesn’t intend to step into officialdom and mingle with a bunch of idle people.

So his reaction was very indifferent, only out of respect for Shen Huaimin’s good intentions, he spoke to thank him, "Thank you, Father-in-law, for nurturing me."

"Good, good, unbecoming of panic, calm and composed, dear son-in-law truly has extraordinary poise."

Shen Huaimin was very satisfied with Ye Qingzhou’s response and said to Shen Peng: "See, this is what a real man who does great things looks like. Watch and learn well."

Shen Peng originally had some opinions about Ye Qingzhou, but at this moment, he was truly convinced: "Uncle has taught me many times to remain calm in major matters; I have never understood it until today."

Ye Qingzhou inwardly didn’t understand, but continued to maintain his aloof expression.

Ten days later, Ye Qingzhou’s Xiao Lian status was finally approved.

At the same time, the Shen Family was also building momentum for Ye Qingzhou, and the tales of his solo battle against hundreds of Donghu marauders spread throughout the entire commandery.

On the streets and alleys, countless people were passionately discussing Ye Qingzhou’s bravery, rapidly boosting his fame.

Yu Yang Commandery is on the border of Youzhou and has long faced the military threat from the Donghu, almost every household has deep-seated enmity with the Donghu people.

Hence, when Ye Qingzhou’s heroic tale of shooting Wuh Wei spread, it greatly inspired the people.

Shen Family mansion, guest room in the west wing.

Ye Qingzhou sensed a change in himself the moment he received Xiao Lian status.

Invisible threads of Thought Ability’s power assembled from all directions, finally falling upon him, nurturing his divine spirit and body.

"My physique is getting stronger... Can fame and reputation really have this use?"

Ye Qingzhou’s eyes brightened, surprised to discover that the power of Thought Ability could actually be used to refine bones, strengthening the physique, although the effect was far inferior to Primordial Qi.

In the Cangyuan Realm, where there is no Primordial Qi, being able to grow stronger is quite good, who needs more?

Having found his path in martial arts cultivation, Ye Qingzhou was so excited that he didn’t sleep all night, frantically strengthening his physique in the courtyard, immersed in the joy of becoming stronger.

After learning about this, Shen Huaimin looked even more favorably on Ye Qingzhou’s future: "Achieving Xiao Lian’s title and still able to settle down and train hard in martial arts, such a mentality, truly someone who can be nurtured."

In the blink of an eye, several dozen days passed, winter went and spring came, ice and snow melted, and Ye Qingzhou’s wedding date was also approaching.

On the day of great joy, the court notice regarding Ye Qingzhou’s appointment also arrived, appointing him as Commanding Officer, able to lead troops in battle, under the control of Northern Domain Protectorate.

In reality, it was a nominal position, because it only gave an official title, but no provisions or soldiers.

The implication was clear, the court had no money, and the recruitment of soldiers was left to him at his own expense.

This perfectly suited Shen Huaimin’s intentions, as the Shen Family now lacked neither money nor provisions, only needing such a title.

With the title given by the court, the Shen Family could recruit and maintain private soldiers without worry.

In the spring season, on a joyous day.

The Governor’s Mansion was brightly decorated, hosting a grand feast for guests, with almost all of the reputable noble families in the city attending, except for the Sunx Family.

Soon, the groom Ye Qingzhou appeared in the view of everyone.

He was tall and upright, with sharp brows and starry eyes, graceful in demeanor; the surrounding guests were amazed, expecting Ye Qingzhou to be a burly, rugged man.

After all, he was a warrior who could single-handedly defeat a hundred on the battlefield, yet now he seemed rather "delicate."

Refined and elegant, many believed he came from a noble family.

When it came time for the ceremonial bow, Ye Qingzhou finally saw the bride’s appearance, indeed her beauty was breathtaking.

Constrained by etiquette, although they were engaged, the couple hadn’t met each other before.

Afterward, Ye Qingzhou noticed Shen Jingyi stealing glances at him, her shy mannerisms inducing a smile.

Seeing Ye Qingzhou’s handsome looks and gentle demeanor, Shen Jingyi secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

For a girl like her, though born into wealth, marriages were often beyond one’s control, dictated by parental arrangements in blind unions.

If she married the wrong person, she would simply have to accept it.

"First bow to the heavens."

"Second bow to the high hall."

"Husband and wife bow to each other."

"Ceremony complete..."

The master of ceremonies was all smiles, and the guests were full of laughter, but at that moment of joy, a disruptor arrived. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

The Shen Family’s door was kicked open, and Sunx Xiangwen stormed in with his people, fishing his eyes onto Shen Jingyi’s delicate yet pretty face, revealing unabashed greed.

"Sunx Xiangwen, what is the meaning of this?!"

Shen Huaimin was so angry his face turned ash gray, his gaze furious enough to almost shoot fire.

Despite his name being "Xiangwen," Sunx Xiangwen was developing horizontally, bulky with thick facial skin, exposing a menacing grin and gnashing yellow teeth: "Lord Shen, on such a joyous day, not including me, aren’t you looking down upon the Sunx Family?"

"This is the Governor’s Mansion, do you intend to rebel?"

Shen Huaimin’s chest was filled with rage, his whole body trembling slightly, aware that something was amiss.

Sure enough, Sunx Xiangwen laughed boldly and said: "Three days ago, four thousand Celestial Wolf Cavalry raided Ji City, Northern Domain Protector Liu Qi died in battle, remnants scattered. Now my brother has seized control of Ji City, commanding over ten thousand soldiers, supported by the Celestial Wolf Race, and the grand endeavor is hopeful. Shen Huaimin, your Shen Family refused my proposal before, and today is your destined disaster."