Chapter 1266: Selling Contract

Xuanxuan stamped her foot and said, "Father, don't interfere!""I'll marry whoever I want to."

In truth, she wasn't worried about finding a husband. The reason no one "dared" to marry her was that families of equal status found her fiery personality hard to accept. It wouldn't be difficult for her to find someone with lesser strength or from a less prominent family.

Her goal was to help the eldest young lady ascend to the rank of a Five-Crowned Asura King as soon as possible. That's why she was so eager for an arranged marriage. As long as the other party wasn't too bad, she would go through with it.

Long Lie's face darkened. "If you marry someone too lowly, the Long family will lose all its prestige!""Either you come back, or I'm coming with you!"

Xuanxuan was annoyed and about to retort when the black-robed girl said, "Patriarch Long, you can come too!"Then, she scanned her surroundings. Her gaze lingered briefly on several Asura clansmen as she added, "Anyone who wishes to observe the marriage alliance is welcome to attend."

The people who had been instigating Long Lie were among them. Rather than letting them continue their schemes in secret, it was better to keep them under her watchful eye.

A buzz went through the Asura clansmen. They were very interested in the Middle-earth Realm and even more curious about the outcome of the marriage alliance.

As the black-robed girl stepped into the passage, many Asura clansmen followed, jumping down one after another.

The Great Wilderness.Jiang Fan put away his golden alms bowl and said, "This is the place.""Just wait two hours, and they will arrive."

The West Sea Crown Prince impatiently rubbed his hands. "My adorable and lively celestial wife!""Your husband can't wait to spend a wonderful night with you."

Jiang Fan felt a little uneasy. With a character like this, would the Four-Crowned Asura King cancel the marriage alliance? However, he thought the Four-Crowned Asura King probably had similar thoughts to his own. She most likely wouldn't use one of the clan's top women for a marriage alliance. In the end, it would likely be a match of the blind and the deaf – a perfect pair.

Venerable Lianjing pondered, "Since it's a marriage alliance, we, as the groom's side from Middle-earth, should prepare a betrothal gift, shouldn't we?""Have you made the arrangements?" She wanted to get involved, as it was the first marriage alliance between the two realms. As an elder, she could offer some assistance.

Jiang Fan nodded gently. "Thank you for your kindness, Venerable Sister. The betrothal gift has already been prepared, and the bride's family certainly won't leave empty-handed."

Venerable Lianjing was surprised. Jiang Fan was truly confident. Could the betrothal gift from a junior like him really be more generous than what an elder like her, who had experienced the Four Signs of Heavenly Decay, could offer?

After a pause, she added, "Alright, since you've prepared the betrothal gift.""Then, I'll stand in as an elder for the West Sea Crown Prince and support him."

Jiang Fan shook his head. "There's no need.""Having me is enough. In some respects, my backing will be more effective than yours, Venerable Sister.""You can just rest on the side, Venerable Sister."

Venerable Lianjing was somewhat dumbfounded. Could someone who had experienced the Four Signs of Heavenly Decay be less effective than a Five-Aperture Nascent Soul in providing support? She didn't insist further, saying, "Alright, just let me know if you need any help."

Jiang Fan nodded. Everything was ready; all that was left was for the Asura clan to arrive.

Two hours later.A wailing gust of dark wind descended from the sky curtain connected to the towering black pillar. Everyone's spirits lifted. Both Venerable Lianjing and the demonic cultivators looked up, gazing intently. It was their first time seeing the Asura clan, and their first time seeing people from the Heavenly Realm.

Under their watchful eyes, a cloud slowly drifted down. Leading the group was the Four-Crowned Asura King, her black dress flowing, her unique gold-rimmed glasses giving her a serene, intellectual beauty. Beside her, a charming girl in a vibrant red dress darted her eyes around, searching for her future husband.

Besides them, dozens of other Asuras arrived as well. Jiang Fan was slightly surprised. Why were there so many Asuras? And some of them clearly had unfriendly expressions. He looked at the Four-Crowned Asura King, who blinked, and Jiang Fan understood completely. It seemed there was also some internal strife within the Asura clan. That was something inescapable everywhere. Fortunately, he had made some preparations and wouldn't let things get out of control.

Immediately, he composed himself, stepped forward with a smile, bowed, and in the language of the Underworld, said:"Welcome, esteemed members of the Asura clan, to the Middle-earth Realm.""I am Jiang Fan of Taicang Great State."

The black-robed girl, as elegant as ever, said, "It is an honor for Young Master Jiang to personally welcome us."She introduced Xuanxuan, who was beside her: "This is Miss Xuanxuan from our clan.""She is seventeen years old, her cultivation is equivalent to your Middle-earth's ninth-level Core Formation, and she comes from the prominent Long family."

Jiang Fan beckoned to the West Sea Crown Prince and said, "This is the West Sea Crown Prince from our Taicang Great State.""His cultivation is also at the perfect ninth-level Core Formation, and he hails from the West Sea Imperial Palace, being the only son of the West Sea Demon Emperor."

The West Sea Crown Prince eagerly scrutinized Xuanxuan. To be honest, he was a little disappointed. At first glance, his attention had been drawn to the black-robed girl; her stunning beauty, which stood out from the crowd, captivated him. While Xuanxuan was also pretty, she seemed to pale in comparison when standing next to the black-robed girl.

Xuanxuan was also sizing up the West Sea Crown Prince, and she subtly pursed her lips. She, too, was a little disappointed. The West Sea Crown Prince certainly looked decent, and he could indeed be considered a suitable match for her in terms of status. However, when standing next to Young Master Jiang, he seemed to lack a certain air of distinction. The two didn't quite see eye to eye.

Jiang Fan asked, "West Sea Crown Prince, what do you think of Miss Xuanxuan?"The West Sea Crown Prince discontentedly replied, "Godfather, where's the celestial maiden you talked about?""This Xuanxuan girl is pretty, but she's not quite a celestial maiden, is she?" Back then, Jiang Fan had sworn to the heavens that this woman was a celestial maiden! And this was the result?

Jiang Fan pointed upwards and said:"That's right, a fairy who descended from the Heavenly Realm.""So, 'celestial maiden' for short."

Only then did the West Sea Crown Prince realize he had been tricked! He exclaimed angrily, "Jiang Fan, you scoundrel! I considered you a brother, but you deceived me!""We're done!"

Jiang Fan grabbed him, dropping the pretense entirely: "Right, right, right, you introduced me to the demonic sorceress to be her male concubine; you truly treated me like a good brother!"

The West Sea Crown Prince immediately looked embarrassed, his eyes darting. "Well, it... it didn't happen, did it?""Alright, we both tricked each other, so we're even.""From now on, we'll still be good brothers.""Then I'll take my leave."

Jiang Fan, however, held onto his arm, showing no intention of letting go. With his other hand, he pulled out a contract of indenture. It was the very contract Jiang Fan had tricked him into signing when the West Sea Crown Prince had begged him to absorb the demonic energy from his body.

"Take a look yourself."

The West Sea Crown Prince was stunned. At the time, he had been desperate to clear the demonic energy from his body. Thus, he had boasted that he would repay Jiang Fan. When Jiang Fan had presented a contract for him to sign, he hadn't read the contents in his haste. Now he finally had the chance to see what was written inside. But with a single glance, he almost spat blood.

It clearly stated:"I, the West Sea Crown Prince, voluntarily agree to marry Xuanxuan of the Heavenly Realm as my wife. Should I break this vow, I shall face the following punishments:First, I shall sever my 'little brother' once daily.Second, I shall find honest men for all my old flames to marry.Third, I shall be sent back to the demonic sorceress."

He didn't read to the end. Just reading the first three clauses made him feel as if the sky had fallen.