After dinner, Shen Ye prepared to head back to his hotel. Mu Weiyang took his hand and said with clear reluctance:
"Brother-in-law, why don't you stay here tonight instead of going back? I can sleep in the same room as Mom, and you can take my sister’s room. No one will disturb your intimacy."
Mu Qingyi’s cheeks flushed slightly as she chided, "Weiyang, what would a child like you know about such things? Shen Ye, it’s getting late. You should hurry back to the hotel and be careful on the road."
When Shen Ye returned to the hotel, Xiao Daodao teased him: "Well, look who’s back! Weren't you supposed to be enjoying your wedding night? Or is it that you’re just not up to the task?"
Shen Ye remained silent. He shot Xiao Daodao a threatening look and growled, "Daodao, I’m already frustrated. Do you want to find out if I’m 'up to the task' or not?"
Xiao Daodao gave him a look of utter disdain, glancing him over before mocking, "You’re all bark and no bite. I’m not afraid of you. If you’ve got the guts, go ahead and try!"
Shen Ye gave an evil, charming smile. "Fine, you asked for it. Let's see if you'll be crying later!"
Late that night, Shen Ye and Xiao Daodao lay on the balcony watching the stars. Xiao Daodao turned her head toward him and asked, "Shen Ye, what are your thoughts on Qingyi now? Can you accept her?"
A lazy smile appeared on Shen Ye’s face as he replied, "The Matchless Divine Body—a heavenly daughter, one in a billion. They are rare and precious. If I were to refuse her and my master found out, he would surely break my legs!"
Xiao Daodao gave him a look that said, *You know better, then*, and giggled. "A Pure Yang Body paired with a Matchless Divine Body—what kind of sparks will fly? I’m truly looking forward to it. Qingyi is peerless and beautiful, and she’s head over heels for you, not to mention she’s quite protective. You couldn't ask for a better girl."
After a pause, she added, "I heard from my fourth sister that to fully awaken the Matchless Divine Body, you need medicinal supplements. The rare herbs required are hard to come by, and it will take quite some time to gather them all. Is that true?"
Shen Ye nodded helplessly. It was indeed the case.
Xiao Daodao immediately gloated, "So, you’re going to have to endure for a long time, then! You’d better hold yourself back; don't ruin a generation’s heavenly daughter! Tee-hee, with a beautiful wife right by your side, you have to play the monk—that must be tough, huh? Hahaha..."
Shen Ye rubbed his forehead. Daodao was completely uninhibited; she would say anything that came to mind. Seeing her gloating smile, Shen Ye growled, "Why should I have to endure when I have you?"
Xiao Daodao glared at him and huffed, "Beast!"
Shen Ye laughed, a look of triumph on his face. Xiao Daodao asked, perplexed, "What exactly did Weiyang ingest to awaken the Matchless Divine Body? Could we go back to the places she visited and search for those awakening items?"
Shen Ye shook his head. "Weiyang’s Matchless Divine Body didn’t fully awaken; she only experienced a partial awakening triggered by a stimulus. An immature awakening like that has major drawbacks and will affect her future potential. It’s not ideal. I’ve already sealed her Matchless Divine Body, and I will reawaken it once we find the proper medicine."
Xiao Daodao nodded in sudden realization. "The assets of the Zhong family and the Chen family have been seized. My third sister estimates there is around eight billion. How do you plan to handle this capital?"
Shen Ye rubbed his temples; he hadn't thought about that yet. He had come down from the mountain to marry Zhong Xue, only to run into two holders of the Matchless Divine Body. Things had exceeded his expectations, and he needed to replan.
Xiao Daodao’s expression softened, a rare look of tenderness in her eyes. "Since you’ve chosen Qingyi, you must give her a home, and give yourself one, too. A home needs a woman, and isn’t that what you’ve always wanted? You can finally get your wish now."
Hearing the word "home" touched Shen Ye deeply. He had been an orphan, never having a place to truly call his own, and he had always longed for a family.
Xiao Daodao continued, "Ningjiang is a major city in Ninghai Province. It’s a fine place; you can settle down here. If you don't want to run the two companies that were seized, you can have my third sister arrange for someone to manage them, or you could ask Qingyi if she’s willing to take them on."
Shen Ye nodded, finding her suggestion reasonable. It was settled.
Suddenly, he recalled something and asked with a smile, "Daodao, when I left the mountain, Master mentioned that he had spoken to you all about something before you left. He wanted me to ask—how are you all coming along with that decision?"
Xiao Daodao’s cheeks turned bright red. She glared at him and snapped, "Ugh, why would I tell you? Don't even think about it! I’m tired, I’m going to sleep, and I’m done talking nonsense with you!"
With that, she scurried away.
Shen Ye was left completely bewildered. What was that about? Curious, he shouted after her, "Daodao, what did Master tell you? Come on, let me in on it!"
"Get lost!" she yelled back. "Shen Ye, you lecher! If you dare mention that again, I’ll destroy you!"
Shen Ye stood there stunned. He couldn't even talk about it? Feeling suspicious and even more curious, he muttered to himself, "What on earth did Master tell them that made Daodao react so strongly? This is truly strange..."
As Shen Ye lay on the balcony enjoying the night breeze, his phone rang. When he saw the number, he grinned, picked up the call, and said teasingly, "Old man, do you miss me? I told you not to kick me off the mountain, didn't I? Regretting it now, aren't you?"
"Haha, I’ve got backbone! Even if you cry and beg me to come back, I’m not going to—"
A roar came from the other end of the line: "Shen Ye, you little brat, looking for a beating? You think I won't crush you?"
Shen Ye: "..."
Master continued, "I’ve heard everything from your fourth sister. She’s right—you need to show some restraint. If you dare ruin the Matchless Divine Body, don't blame me for smashing your manhood and leaving you a eunuch for the rest of your life!"
"..."
Staring at the disconnected call in his hand, Shen Ye covered his face. His master was too brutal. He had guessed correctly—his master valued the Matchless Divine Body more than anyone.
Shen Ye let out a long, miserable sigh. "Why is my life so hard? I have a wife but have to live like a monk. Is there anyone more pathetic than me? Heavens, send a beauty to save me from this suffering—two would be even better!"
When he woke up the next day, Shen Ye checked his messages. His senior sisters said they had found most of the herbs needed to treat Mu Weiyang’s backlash, but there were still a dozen missing. It would take more time to track them all down. As for the catalyst to awaken the Matchless Divine Body, it was even rarer and would take much longer. *Wait.*
Shen Ye was still sleeping in when Xiao Daodao dragged him out of bed and threw a suit at him, urging, "Stop dragging your feet! Put this on."
Shen Ye was confused. "What’s this for? And hey, why are you dressed up today? I almost didn't recognize you."
Xiao Daodao had changed her look, trading her usual tight leather for a formal suit. Even so, it did nothing to hide her stunning, curvaceous figure.
She glared at him. "Today, I’m representing your family to visit your wife, sister-in-law, and mother-in-law. Naturally, I have to look formal. Why are you just standing there? Do you want to be the death of me?"
Shen Ye felt a warmth in his heart, though he deliberately teased, "Can I skip it?"
Xiao Daodao’s eyes flashed with murderous intent as she sneered, "Feel free to try!"