Investiture of the Gods: Childhood Sweetheart Daji, Starting with Quasi-Saint Cultivation

Seven days passed in the blink of an eye.

For the past seven days, Su Yunbai has spent most of his time with Daji.

During the day, he guided her in cultivating the "Exquisite Heavenly Heart Technique".

Daji's aptitude was indeed extraordinary. In just seven days, she successfully guided Qi into her body and officially stepped into the threshold of the Qi Refining stage.

Her body was surrounded by a shimmering, iridescent glow, and her aura became increasingly ethereal and otherworldly. Every smile and frown carried a captivating charm.

At night, it is a time of enchanting tenderness.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder, especially since the two were deeply in love at the time.

Daji's gentleness and tolerance completely relaxed Su Yunbai's tense mind after days of running around.

Su Hu and Yang Shi turned a blind eye to this.

However, when she occasionally glanced in the direction of Su Yunbai's room, her eyes held a hint of helplessness, but mostly an acquiescence.

My son has grown up and has his own world now.

As long as he is safe and happy, everything else... let him be.

On the evening of the seventh day.

The sound of horses' hooves and orderly footsteps came from outside the mansion gate.

Su Yunbai was playing chess with Daji in the garden pavilion when he heard the noise and looked up.

"They're here."

Daji's hand holding the chess piece paused slightly before returning to normal.

She stood up and straightened her clothes: "I'm going to change my clothes."

"No need," Su Yunbai said, taking her hand. "This is fine."

Daji looked at the simple home dress she was wearing and hesitated.

Su Yunbai smiled and said, "You are the eldest daughter of this mansion, the future mistress. She should be the one who is nervous, not you."

Daji was amused by him, and the subtle tension in her heart dissipated considerably.

"You're so good at talking."

The two walked hand in hand into the lobby.

lobby.

Su Hu and Yang Shi are already there.

Su Hu was still dressed in his usual clothes, but his back was straight and his aura was more composed than before, clearly showing that the "Martial Saint Body Refining Chapter" had begun to show results.

Yang's complexion was rosy and her eyes were bright, clearly indicating that the "Preservation and Foundation Building Secrets" had greatly benefited her.

The sound of footsteps grew louder as they approached.

Jiang Xiaowu, dressed in a flowing, elegant dress, with a graceful figure and ethereal beauty, entered the front hall surrounded by twenty well-worn but spirited guards.

The first thing she saw was Su Yunbai standing at the head of the table.

His eyes instantly lit up with surprise and affection.

But then she noticed the stunningly beautiful woman beside Su Yunbai.

The woman wore a simple light blue ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), without any makeup, yet she was exceptionally beautiful, especially her eyes, which were bright and clear, as if they could see through people's hearts.

At that moment, the woman was also looking at her calmly, her gaze gentle, yet carrying an indescribable... scrutiny?

Jiang Xiaowu's heart skipped a beat.

She immediately realized that this was the young master's childhood sweetheart, the daughter of the Marquis of Jizhou, Su Daji.

She took a deep breath, stepped forward, and gracefully bowed to Su Hu and Madam Yang:

"This servant, Jiang Xiaowu, greets the Marquis and the Madam."

His voice was clear and melodious, and his posture was respectful.

Su Hu nodded: "Get up. You must be tired from your journey."

Madam Yang replied gently, "No need for formalities. Now that we're here, we're family."

Jiang Xiaowu stood up, then turned to Su Yunbai and Daji, and bowed again:

"Young master, young lady."

She looked at Daji with sincere eyes, "Xiaowu greets Miss. I have often heard you mention Miss, young master, and to meet you today, you are indeed... peerless in beauty and grace."

Looking at the beautiful and refined young woman before her, Daji's initial slight resentment suddenly faded away.

The other party had clear eyes, a respectful attitude, and sincere words.

And... she really is beautiful, so beautiful that even she couldn't help but take a second look.

No wonder Yun Bai would...

"Sister, there's no need for such formalities." Daji stepped forward and personally helped Jiang Xiaowu up. "Since we're family, there's no need for such politeness."

She looked Jiang Xiaowu up and down and smiled, "My sister is truly a woman of exceptional beauty and grace, so lovely that I feel sorry for her."

The two women locked eyes.

There seemed to be a subtle electric current flashing in the air.

But soon, it all turned into a faint smile.

Su Yunbai watched from the side, feeling relieved.

Fortunately, the first impression was good.

Su Hu coughed and said, "Miss Xiao Wu must be tired from your journey. Go and wash up and rest first. Yun Bai, please arrange your accommodations."

"Yes, Godfather." Su Yunbai nodded.

He then said to the twenty guards, "You may all go and rest. We will assemble at the drill ground tomorrow, where I will test the results of your trip to Beihai."

"Yes, young master!" The twenty guards responded in unison, their eyes filled with anticipation.

Jiang Xiaowu was led by a maid to a private room that had been prepared in advance.

The room was next to Daji's courtyard, neither too close nor too far.

The position is very delicate.

Only family members remained in the hall.

Su Hu looked at Su Yunbai: "This Jiang Xiaowu's cultivation level is not low."

Although he had not formally cultivated immortality, his martial arts had reached the Innate Realm, and his eyesight was excellent. He could sense the hidden yet chilling aura emanating from Jiang Xiaowu.

"Early stage of Human Immortal." Su Yunbai did not hide anything. "She has excellent aptitude, and I also gave her some opportunities."

Su Hu and Yang Shi exchanged a glance, both looking surprised.

Immortal!

In their minds, this was already an extraordinary immortal.

How could a son so easily raise a child?

"It's good that you know what's going on." Su Hu didn't ask any further questions. "It's just... about Daji..."

"Father, rest assured," Daji said, her voice gentle yet firm. "Yunbai knows what he's doing. And I think Xiaowu is quite good too."

She looked at Su Yunbai with complete trust in her eyes.

Su Yunbai felt a warmth in his heart and took her hand.

Madam Yang sighed and smiled, "You young people should handle your own affairs. As long as the family is harmonious, everything will prosper."

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Night was falling.

Su Yunbai first escorted Daji back to her room.

At the doorway, Daji suddenly grabbed him.

"Go to Xiaowu's place tonight," she whispered. "She's new here and doesn't know anyone, so she must be feeling uneasy. Go and keep her company."

Su Yunbai was taken aback: "Then you..."

"I'm fine," Daji smiled. "There's plenty of time. Besides, I need to focus on my cultivation too, so I don't fall too far behind you."

She nudged him. "Go on. Don't keep them waiting."

Su Yunbai looked at her deeply and gently kissed her forehead.

"With a wife like this, what more could a husband ask for?"

Daji blushed, pushed him out the door, and closed the door.

Leaning against the door, the corners of her mouth turned up slightly.

The slight bitterness in my heart completely dissipated.

Instead, there was a strange sense of stability and... a hint of anticipation?

Having another sister in the family seems... not bad at all?

Su Yunbai stood outside the door and shook his head.

He turned around and walked towards Jiang Xiaowu's room.

Knock gently on the door.

"Who is it?" Jiang Xiaowu's slightly nervous voice came from inside.

"it's me."

The door opened quickly.

Jiang Xiaowu had changed out of her elegant dress and was now wearing a simple white nightgown. Her long hair was loose, and she looked beautiful with a touch of fragility.

Upon seeing Su Yunbai, her eyes lit up instantly, but then she felt somewhat uneasy.

"Young Master... what brings you here? What about the young lady...?"

"She asked me to come." Su Yunbai walked into the room and closed the door. "She said you just arrived and she was worried you wouldn't be used to it."

Jiang Xiaowu was stunned, and tears of emotion welled up in her eyes.

"Young Miss... is so kind."

Su Yunbai pulled her to sit down on the edge of the bed.

"Are you settling in well here?"

"Yes." Jiang Xiaowu nodded. "The Marquis and his wife are both very kind. And the eldest young lady... is even more gentle."

She looked at Su Yunbai with eyes full of affection, "Being able to stay by your side, young master, and having a place for Xiaowu to stay, Xiaowu is already very content."

Su Yunbai hugged her.

"Silly girl."

"This will be your home from now on."

"Daji has a good nature and won't make things difficult for you. You two should get along well."

"Xiao Wu understands." Jiang Xiao Wu buried her face in his chest. "Xiao Wu will definitely serve Young Master and Miss well and will never make things difficult for Young Master."

Su Yunbai lowered his head and kissed the top of her head.

"You don't always have to think about serving someone."

"You are also part of this family."

Jiang Xiaowu trembled slightly and hugged him tightly.

"Young master..."

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