I, the lazy prince, am the darling of the ladies of destiny.

The word "subjugation" sparked Lü Xuan's mind. Wasn't submission simply a matter of spiritual conquest and acceptance?

Lu Xuan was a transmigrator who had experienced the information explosion of the 21st century!

Forget PUA tactics, psychological suggestion, cognitive shaping, emotional blackmail... cough cough, it's about sincere communication, value output, and personal charisma attraction!

Brainwashing... no, I mean, conducting advanced ideological construction on an "ancient" princess in a fantasy world, isn't that a piece of cake?

Thinking of this, Lü Xuan felt much more relaxed.

He leaned back even more casually, his whole body resting against the soft car wall, even crossing his legs, and his gaze unabashedly scrutinized Zhu Yue across from him once again.

Hmm, the more I look at it, the more I realize... the original author's aesthetic sense is spot on. This Zhu Yue is truly the epitome of perfection.

Especially her figure, it's simply unfair.

That said, the original novel seems to have a rather unique character description of Zhu Yue?

I vaguely remember that this outwardly proud and charming princess seemed to have a... hidden masochistic tendency?

Moreover, her equally stunning aunt, the eldest princess who wielded some power in the Fire Kingdom, was a lesbian in the early part of the original story, but it seems that she also became one of Chu Kuangge's harem members later on.

Good grief, is this a buy-one-get-one-free deal? Pshaw, what are you thinking! The most important thing right now is to complete the first task!

Zhu Yue, Zhu Yunshu, and the current emperor of the Fire Kingdom—this whole family is truly devoid of normal people.

Lu Xuan composed himself and decided to begin implementing his plan for "friendly exchange and initial export of values".

He shifted to a more casual sitting posture, revealing a smile that he thought was warm but actually carried a hint of roguishness.

He began, "Miss Zhu, is your trip to the Four Symbols Academy for a spot in the upcoming 'Hundred Dynasties Martial Arts Tournament' and the 'Tower of Babel'?"

Zhu Yue was slightly taken aback, seemingly not expecting Lü Xuan to suddenly bring up serious matters.

She nodded, her voice still cool and clear: "Indeed. The Hundred Dynasties Martial Arts Tournament concerns the reputation of the Fire Kingdom, and the quota for the Tower of Babel is even more crucial. Young Master Lü... is he also interested in this?"

She naturally knew that as the heir of the Lü family, Lü Xuan had no need to participate in the Hundred Dynasties Martial Arts Tournament to gain resources or fame.

The Lü family has its own channels for obtaining quotas for the Tower of Babel, although these channels may not be as stable as those controlled by the Fire Kingdom.

"I'm somewhat interested," Lü Xuan said with a smile, "but I'm more interested in you, Miss Zhu."

Zhu Yue's eyes narrowed, her red lips pursed slightly, and her wariness intensified.

"Hey, hey, hey," Lu Xuan's smile faded slightly, his tone carrying a hint of mockery and undeniable dominance.

"What kind of look is that? Get this straight, you're the one begging me, not the other way around."

"Don't forget, I'm just here as a guest in your Fire Kingdom. As for whether or not I'll give you that elixir of immortality, that's my decision."

He paused, a hint of cold mockery in his voice:

"Honestly, using the elixir of immortality that could save the Dao Ancestor's life a second time to treat a mere Nascent Soul cultivator at the Great Perfection stage? It's like using a cannon to kill a mosquito, an utter waste."

"Don't tell me I don't have any feelings for you right now," Lu Xuan's gaze swept unabashedly over Zhu Yue's breathtaking figure, "Even if I did have feelings for you, what could you do about it?"

He sat up straight, his aura suddenly changing. He was no longer the lazy and casual man he had been, but instead exuded the indifference befitting the heir of the Lü family, a detachment that seemed to look down upon ants.

"You have to understand, this world is a dog-eat-dog world."

"The reason why the four major families, three pavilions, four sects, five realms, and even the Four Symbols Academy in the Northern Region are called super giants is because they have Dao Ancestors in charge and have the power to overturn a region."

"And the hundred states of Zhongzhou."

He scoffed, "It sounds impressive, but in reality, all of them combined wouldn't even be enough to beat half of the Lu family's hand."

"The reason is simple."

"Your Central Continent has no Dao Ancestor. If it weren't for the mutual restraint among the major powers, this so-called 'Land of Hope' would have been completely divided up long ago."

"Even a powerful force like the Pill Sect only dares to do some business here, and doesn't dare to openly interfere."

"So," Lü Xuan stared at Zhu Yue, enunciating each word clearly, "do you still believe you have the right to maintain this arrogance in front of me?"

Zhu Yue's face turned slightly pale, she bit her thin lips tightly, and clenched her hands in her sleeves.

"Just like how you can be arrogant in front of those so-called prodigies of Zhongzhou, it's because you have the right to be. Top ten on the Hidden Dragon Ranking, the future Empress of the Fire Kingdom!"

Lu Xuan's tone became increasingly sharp, "But in front of me, let alone you, even if you are the number one on the Hidden Dragon List, so what?"

"A 'genius' who hasn't even reached the peak of Foundation Establishment is nothing more than an ant in my eyes."

"You phoenix, do you think you can even fly in front of my Lü family?"

"When you ask someone for a favor, you must have the right attitude."

Lu Xuan's voice was icy as he said, "In front of me, put away your pointless arrogance."

Zhu Yue's breathing quickened slightly, and a hint of humiliation flashed in her phoenix eyes, but more than that, she felt bewildered and shocked.

Lu Xuan continued, "Feeling humiliated? But that's just how the world is."

"If I weren't the heir of the Lü family, but just an ordinary person, would you even give me a second glance? I'd probably think it's unnecessary to even look at me."

He had read the original work and knew how aloof, noble, and arrogant Zhu Yue was in the early stages.

She even looked down on the protagonist, Chu Kuangge, in the early stages.

It wasn't until she was defeated and "humiliated" by Chu Kuangge in the Fire Kingdom ranking competition that a certain peculiar fetish deep within her was unexpectedly triggered.

They yearn to be conquered and spurred on by stronger individuals.

This kind of woman cannot be treated with ordinary gentleness or flattery.

The more humbly one begs, the more she despises him.

Lu Xuan didn't expect to win her over with his feelings.

My grandfather's words, "Knock him out and take him away," though crude, pointed out a cruel reality.

Faced with absolute power and status, so-called feelings and dignity are sometimes incredibly fragile.

If he were to forcibly possess her, who in the Northern Region would dare to say anything? They would only say that the Fire Kingdom's princess had married above her station with the Lü family.

He doesn't intend to rely on vague and ethereal emotions.

Everything in the world—power, treasures, strength—can break people's hearts. The key lies in how to "break" them.

First secure your physical health, then consider your spiritual goals.

Isn't this the formula for many online novels? The proud and aloof female protagonist often begins with coercion and ends up falling into depravity.

Zhu Yue raised her head, seemingly wanting to argue or maintain her last shred of dignity, but was directly interrupted by Lü Xuan:

No, you won't.

"Because in your mind, a prince like me who 'relies on his family' is not worthy of your 'nobility' at all."

"Your ideal partner should be someone whose abilities far surpass yours, a true 'prodigy' standing at the pinnacle of the younger generation."

"So deep down you look down on ordinary people, and you also look down on us powerful kids who 'rely on their connections'."

"Therefore, even if you are begging me now, you subconsciously still try to maintain that arrogance, thinking, 'If it weren't for the Lu family background, what would he be?'"

Lu Xuan laughed, a laugh tinged with cruel truth, "But ironically, without your status as the princess of the Fire Kingdom, without your qualifications to be among the top ten on the Hidden Dragon Ranking, what are you?"

"However..." Lu Xuan changed the subject, reaching into his storage bag and taking out a jade box.

As the jade box was opened, an immense and vibrant aura instantly filled the entire carriage.

The mere dissipation of her aura made Zhu Yue feel completely refreshed.

Elixir of Immortality!

In Lü Xuan's hands, he held a strange plant that was crystal clear, shaped like a lingzhi mushroom, and surrounded by seven-colored light.

This is precisely the kind of holy medicine that could allow the Dao Ancestor to be reborn—the elixir of immortality!

Holding the elixir of immortality, Lü Xuan looked at Zhu Yue with a mocking expression: "So, what's your choice?"