Chapter 4: One Hand to Overturn Wind and Rain

Wei Zhengyang.

He was an outer-sect disciple of Blueriver Sword Manor, as well as a direct descendent of the Cloudriver Prefectural Capitals peak-level clan, the Wei Family.

This status alone was enough to instill terror and awe in the Wen Family.

Ah, so youre the one who wanted to see me, Junior Apprentice Brother Wei. Su Yi nodded slightly.

During the three years he'd spent cultivating in the Blueriver Sword Manor, Wei Zhengyang had always seen him as his competition.?However, no matter how hard Wei Zhengyang had worked, Su Yi had always managed to stay one step ahead of him.

In other words, for three years, Wei Zhengyang had lived in his shadow!

Now, Wei Zhengyangs unbridled gaze evaluated Su Yi. He suddenly let out a long, lamentful sigh. Who would have thought that the glorious Sword Chief of the Blueriver Sword Manors outer sect would fall back into the dust in the blink of an eye? Worse, you didnt just lose your entire cultivation; you even became a live-in son-in-law. Alas! How regrettable!"

His voice transmitted throughout the great hall, echoing repeatedly. Everyones expressions shifted, but Su Yi just smiled faintly and said, It seems youve forgotten the lessons I taught you. Do you need me to refresh your memory?

In just one sentence, he hit Wei Zhengyang right where it hurt. Wei Zhengyang recalled several unpleasant incidents, and his expression gradually soured.

Su Yi, you are not to be rude to Young Master Wei! Family Head Wen Changjing shot to his feet and roared. His cold, penetrating gaze carried a clear threat.

Although Su Yi had long since known that the Wen Family looked down on him, he was still a little surprised.

Wen Changjing was the esteemed head of the Wen Clan!

Yet here he was, right in front of everyone, threatening his own familys son-in-law in favor of an outsider?

When he looked at the other high-ranking members of the Wen Family, Su Yi saw nothing but cold disdain. No one thought Wen Changjings?admonishment the?least bit inappropriate.

There was no doubt that, the way they saw it, a live-in son-in-law like him was more furniture than person. They could treat him however they pleased.

Fine. That works too.?Su Yis expression was suddenly even more indifferent, and in his heart, he drew a clear line between himself and the Wen Family.

Su Yi, I didnt come all the way here from the Cloudriver Prefectural Capital just to see you make a fool of yourself! Wei Zhengyang said coldly. Hed noticed the Wen Familys attitude towards Su Yi, and it only made him even more fearless.

Oh? Then what did you come for? asked Su Yi.

The corners of Wei Zhengyangs lips tugged upward, and his hawk-eyed gaze bore into Su Yi. He extended two of his fingers and, pausing for emphasis between each word, said, Im here for two reasons:

First, when Lingzhao leaves for Heavens Origin Academy tomorrow, Ill be going with her. Relax; Ill take good care of her. I guarantee I wont let her suffer the slightest injustice!

Second, Im here to remind you of your place. Youre nothing but a live-in son-in-law who lost his entire cultivation. Youre in no way worthy of Lingzhao!

Ill return to the Wen Family another day, and when I do, Ill be sure to annul Lingzhaos marriage contract. As for you, Su Yi. youre certain to get kicked out onto the streets!

When that day comes, if you have trouble feeding yourself, you can stay by my side as my flunky. Im not so short on cash that I cant feed a piece of refuse!

His words were crisp and his voice boomed. His eyes glowed with malice, confident disdain, and wanton pride.

The great hall was utterly quiet. Even the birds fell silent.

Everyones expressions turned strange.

No matter what, Su Yi and Wen Lingzhao were husband and wife.

For Wei Zhengyang to say such words in front of the gathered higher-ups of the Wen Family was the biggest insult to Su Yi imaginable!

Furthermore, his words left Family Head Wen Changjing and the others a bit uncomfortable too.

Still, no one dared say anything.

The Wei Family was a peak-level clan capable of influencing all nineteen of Cloudriver Prefectures cities!

And Wei Zhengyang was the current head of the familys son. His status was so lofty, the Wen Family wouldnt even consider provoking him!

Qin Qings eyes actually lit up. She thoroughly scrutinized Wei Zhengyang, then compared him to Su Yi. She felt increasingly displeased.

If her daughter had married this Young Master Wei instead. Who in the Wen Family would be so blind as to look down on her?

But against all expectations.

Even after enduring this level of abuse, Su Yi showed no ripples of surprise. His composure actually left the onlookers a bit confused.

This guy. He really isnt angry? Not even a little??Wei Zhengyang furrowed his brow. He was here to flaunt his status and, more than that, to use the threat of wife-stealing to humiliate Su Yi.

Who would have thought his taunts werent the least bit effective? He felt as if hed swung his fist, only to hit cotton. It was stifling!

Su Yi took in the crowds expressions, but he remained calm, like a god gazing down from the heavens at a petty dispute of some corner of the mortal world.

To him, Wei Zhengyang was like a dancing flearidiculous!

At this stage, how can he possibly maintain that detached attitude.??Although no one noticed, the icy Wen Lingzhao had been watching this entire time. A nigh imperceptible hint of confusion and surprise flickered in the depths of her gaze.

It was then that Su Yis gaze swept across the hall, and he said calmly, No matter what, so long as our marriage contract is in place, I am still Wen Lingzhaos husband and the Wen Familys son-in-law.

Yet now, an outsider stands in our great hall, making grand proclamations about how hes going to take care of my wife for me.

Everyone, if word of this spreads, how will the people regard the Wen Family?

And how will they see. Wen Lingzhao?

His words were flat, his tone leisurely, yet they went off like a sudden crack of thunder.

Wen Changjing and the other higher-ups expressions shifted dramatically, and they could no longer remain seated.

They might not care about Su Yis feelings, but they couldnt disregard the Wen Familys prestige and reputation!

Qin Qing and Wen Changtai suddenly came to their senses. Their expressions were unsightly, and they were practically frantic. If word of this spread, as Wen Lingzhaos parents, they would unquestionably bear the brunt of the shame.

Even Wen Lingzhao reacted; there were newfound dark clouds amidst her icy, peerless beauty, and hints of sullen anger in her bright eyes.

Wei Zhengyang gulped.?This is bad!

He would never have guessed that a few short words from Su Yi would change the Wen Familys attitude so dramatically. If he didnt explain himself, this misunderstanding would only get worse!

But Su Yi didnt give him the chance to speak. He continued flatly, Junior Apprentice Brother Wei, if your family found out that you were out openly seizing other mens wives, what would they think of you?

If this gets out, Im afraid it will spread throughout the entire Cloudriver Prefecture. So, the lofty, esteemed heir of the head of the Wei Family likes kidnapping others wives!

When Su Yi next looked at Wei Zhengyang, his gaze carried a hint of pity. Once this ill reputation becomes a reality, youre doomed; itll stick with you for the rest of your life.

You might be the son of the Wei Family Head, but this scandal will inevitably have an enormous impact on your position within the family. Tell me. Can you bear the consequences?

With that, Su Yi reached out and patted Wei Zhengyang on the shoulder. Thats all I have to say. Take your time to think it over.

The great hall fell into a voiceless, repressed silence. Su Yis words went off like sudden cracks of thunder, echoing through their hearts. The blood drained from their faces.

Wei Zhengyang, meanwhile, blushed at first, but soon, he was deathly pale, and the veins?bulged?in his forehead. He started quivering from head to toe, and his eyes blazed with violent rage and shame.

You. Wei Zhengyangs blood surged to his head. He wanted nothing more than to beat Su Yi to death.

Wen Lingzhao suddenly rose to her feet. Her bright eyes bore coldly into Wei Zhengyang. Senior Apprentice Brother Wei, are you done talking yet?

Her peerlessly beautiful features were still as cold as ice and snow, but her voice contained unconcealed fury.

Just as he was about to lose his temper, Wei Zhengyang felt as if someone had poured a bucket of ice water over his head. He was instantly frantic. Junior Apprentice Sister Lingzhao, dont misunderstand. I swear to the heavens that I didnt mean it that way!

He hurriedly tried to explain himself to Wen Lingzhao, I was just thinking that we could look out for each other while we cultivate in Heavens Origin Academy. After all, we first met at Blueriver Sword Manor. You could say were. Friends. Its only natural that friends would help and support each other! Gett your avorite ovels at no/v/e/lbn(.)com

Im tired, said Wen Lingzhao, her pretty face icy cold. Im going to get some rest.

With that, she turned to leave the great hall.

However, as she passed by Su Yi, a hint of barely indiscernible emotion flashed through her bright eyes.

In the face of that level of humiliation, he managed to stay calm and composed. Hed even laughed and turned the situation on its head.

He.. It seems hes not as worthless as I imagined?As soon as the thought occurred to her, Wen Lingzhao inwardly shook her head.

The two of them were ultimately strangers, destined to walk different paths.

Su Yi was Su Yi.

And she was herself.

Although they were nominally husband and wife, itd be best if they never met again!

Wei Zhengyang stood there, dazed, his expression incomparably unsightly.

He was worried Wen Lingzhao would misunderstand him completely. He was inwardly frantic, like an ant on a hot wok.

Su Yi just stood there with his hands behind his back, coldly indifferent as he watched this play out.

He didnt care what Wen Lingzhao thought of him.

But, if she got together with Wei Zhengyang while still technically his wife, she would unquestionably make a cuckold out of him.

If word of that got out, it would be a black mark on his entire life.

Detached and transcendent as Su Yi was, he couldnt bear for something like that to happen.

That was why hed spoken up earlier: he had to turn this situation around!

Wei Zhengyang, that scoundrel, clearly has ill intentions for Wen Lingzhao. Later on, Ill have to find an opportunity to get rid of him. Itll save me from unknowingly wearing a green hat.

Su Yi inwardly made up his mind. He had no interest in sticking around to watch the rest of the show, so he turned and addressed the crowd. Everyone, please feel free to keep chatting. Im getting tired, so Ill head out first.

After a breezy farewell, he turned to leave.

Wei Zhengyang still had a bellyful of fire, and he snapped, Su Yi, stop right there!

Junior Apprentice Brother Wei, honest words hurt the ears, but I said that for your own good. I advise you to conduct yourself accordingly. Otherwise, well, loose lips lead to an early grave. Su Yi waved him away without so much as turning to look at him. His steps were leisurely, and before long, he faded into the night.

Candles illuminated the great halls interior. Every last person wore an unsightly expression on their face.

Outside, the moon lit up the night sky, and the late-night breeze rustled the leaves. The tranquility was a perfect match for Su Yis relaxed, calm mood.

A petty farce like that? He could overturn it with a single hand!

Chapter end