Longevity: Starting From Getting Down The Mountain And Marrying A Wife

Zhong Mansion, in the long corridor.

"Daddy~"

A chubby little boy with rosy cheeks and round clothes opened his arms and walked unsteadily towards his father.

"Why aren't you staying inside? Don't catch a cold after giving birth to a child."

Zhong Yan said to his wife who was walking with him, squatting down, waiting for his son to rush into his arms, hugging him, lifting him up above his head, and eliciting a burst of laughter.

It's been so long, the confinement period is over... Jiang Ping felt resentful in her heart. No wonder her husband didn't come to find her. It turns out he was always thinking about her just giving birth. It seems she needs to remind Xiaohuan to give him a wake-up call, hmm!

Her face was filled with a happy smile as she walked forward, reaching out to adjust her son's hat, and smiling, "Husband, should I give you a few more Pingers?"

She could tell that her husband especially liked children.

Even though he was busy with his daily cultivation, he never forgot to take time out to accompany a group of children.

Now Xiahe has discovered that she is pregnant again.

Although she didn't want to compete for anything, sitting in the position of the main wife, she didn't want to be surpassed by other sisters too much.

Among the many wives and concubines in the Zhong Mansion, in terms of beauty, Yan Sandao, Tang Xiaoshu, and Qiuxiang surpassed her, and the others were not bad either.

In terms of martial arts, Yan Sandao and Tang Xiaoshu were even more superior to her, and even Chunyu, who learned martial arts later, had a rising momentum.

In terms of knowledge and wisdom, Dongcao and Tang Xiaoshu were far superior to her.

Xiahe's naturally lively and mischievous personality was the most pleasing to her husband.

She herself was just lucky to marry into the Zhong Mansion ahead of others. She didn't dare to say anything else, but she was confident in enduring the hardships of having more children.

Zhong Yan freed up one hand to touch the corner of his wife's eyebrow, "You've already worked hard enough by giving birth to two. Let them have a few more children. You take care of managing this family for me."

Giving birth to a child is indeed a very difficult and dangerous thing. Carefully carrying the pregnancy for ten months, and in the end, one has to pass through the gates of death.

With that said, Jiang Ping's competitive thoughts immediately turned into gratitude. She leaned her face against her husband's broad palm, looked up with affectionate eyes, and said, "Yes, husband, rest assured, Pinger will go and learn more, take good care of the family, and not let you be distracted."

Zhong Yan smiled and patted her pretty face, but he was somewhat puzzled.

Jiang Ping, as his first woman, the legitimate wife he married in a proper manner, naturally had a special relationship with him and was treated with more importance and favoritism.

As for Jiang Ping, because he intentionally or unintentionally arranged for her to gain a different kind of dignity, she had an unshakable position as the mistress in the mansion.

The two of them treated each other with respect and affection.

Zhong Yan was certain that her feelings for him were impeccable, but the system did not bind her like it did with Yan Sandao.

The so-called "transcending the limits of the mundane" had puzzled Zhong Yan for a long time, and he still couldn't figure out the criteria for measuring it, like with Yan Sandao.

In comparison, he did find some possible influencing factors.

For example, personality. Jiang Ping was gentle and sentimental at times, and she considered things more; while Yan Sandao was more open-minded and determined once he made up his mind.

Another example, once Jiang Ping had children, even though her feelings for him did not diminish but grew, her attention would also be shifted to her children.

For the system panel, he could only study and summarize slowly.

"Uncle! Aunt!"

Li Shangwen came running in the snow.

As soon as he approached, he reached out and pinched Zhong Qixing's chubby face, saying, "Come on, Xingdi, let Brother Wen hug you!"

The cold hands made the little guy look disgusted, and he cried while wrapping his hands around Zhong Yan's neck.

Zhong Yan smiled and asked, "You're not at home helping your eldest brother with the accounts, so what brings you here?"

The end of the year is the busiest time, with various business settlements and preparations for the coming year.

The Zhong family's winter grass and autumn fragrance, along with the maidservants, were busy all day and couldn't be seen.

Li Shangwen laughed and said, "Uncle, my eldest brother is getting married. It's set for the eighth day after the new year. We would like to invite you to be the main officiant. The eldest sister-in-law and my older brother will come to the mansion tomorrow to discuss this matter."

Jiang Ping smiled and asked, "That's great news. Which girl are they talking about?"

Li Shangwen replied, "It's a maidservant from the mansion. It was decided a long time ago. As for the second brother, he will find a girl from a wealthy family in the city."

What kind of reasoning is this... Jiang Ping blinked, feeling somewhat puzzled.

Zhong Yan nodded and said, "You're not young anymore. When do you plan to get married?"

"In a couple of years. I'll wait until the child learns more before deciding. Besides, the eldest sister-in-law has already arranged it for me..." Li Shangwen replied.

After chatting for a while, Li Shangwen took his leave.

Jiang Ping asked in confusion, "Husband, why is the main wife marrying a maidservant while the concubine is looking for a girl from a wealthy family in the city? The Li family is also a wealthy family. Won't it be seen as a joke?"

Zhong Yan replied, "Marriage is about matching social status. Since the Li family hasn't completely abandoned their cultivation background, it's natural to find someone who knows their roots and background. Birth and other factors are not important."

Jiang Ping suddenly realized and decided that after the New Year, when the weather gets warmer, she must go out more and learn more.

"Husband, what about Brother Li?" Jiang Ping asked.

Zhong Yan looked at the snowflakes floating in the courtyard and said, "Fortune and misfortune depend on each other. Let's see how fate plays out."

He had already learned the news from Yang Yanqing that someone from the Fang family had returned, and only two members were left in the eight-person exploration team.

Not long after, Zhong Qixing waved his hand and called out, "Brother Xiao... Shuoge~"

Zhong Xiaozhong, who usually doesn't smile or talk much, couldn't help but show a bright smile and shouted, "Young Master Xing!"

Then he went forward and paid his respects to Zhong Yan and Jiang Ping, reporting, "Master, Yu Xianshi and four other cultivators have left the city together with Madam Yang."

Zhong Yan nodded, smirked, and thought to himself that this Suo Wang is really good at being Suo. He waited for three days specifically to invite his companions to go to the market together.

But it's not wrong to be cautious.

Zhong Yan also wanted to be Suo, but he couldn't be Suo. He had a natural adventurous spirit in his bones and loved to take risks.

Moreover, although the panel had been triggered now, the many effects brought by the dual cultivation system did not give him the opportunity to be Suo.

As long as he wanted to Foundation Building, to achieve immortality, based on the current effects shown by the system, it was far from enough, and it would definitely involve many conflicts and dangers.

It's better to take the initiative!

After Zhong Xiaozhong left, Jiang Ping looked at her husband's face and smiled, saying, "Husband, it's been a while since Lin Xianshi from the Marriage Pavilion visited our house."

Speaking of this, Zhong Yan couldn't help but frown.

A few days ago, under the arrangement of Lin Xuelan, a well-known Qi Refining sixth-level cultivator in the city married a Qi Refining first-level girl with five spiritual roots.

Zhong Yan suspected that the other party was intentionally stalling and not finding a female cultivator for him. After all, it was said that they were willing to offer double or even triple the price. Those who do business want to make money, so who wouldn't?

Because of this suspicion, it made him hesitate in his judgment that Tang Xiaoshu was a spy for the City Lord's Mansion.

Qin Ben had no reason to do such a thing.

Instead, it was the Marriage Pavilion, which had the backing of a cultivator organization, that might have made this move due to some unknown factors.

Jiang Ping blinked and said, "Husband, Ping'er thinks that Yu Qingyao is quite good. She has a beautiful appearance, even though her cultivation level is higher than yours. But husband, you are a talisman master, and you are more than enough for her."

More than enough... Zhong Yan chuckled, "Others may not think highly of my cultivation level."

Jiang Ping shook her head and said, "I don't think so. Husband, you became famous in one battle. Who in the city doesn't fear you now? If you don't mind her being a widow, shall I help you match with her?"

She knew her husband's thoughts and had always wanted to find a girl with spiritual roots. Most likely, he wouldn't care about whether she was a widow or not.

Zhong Yan looked at his wife and smiled, asking, "Testing me? Aren't you afraid that I'll bring back a female cultivator and overshadow you?"

Jiang Ping reached out and held her husband's hand, shaking her head slightly, sincerely saying, "A female cultivator will definitely overshadow me, but Ping'er doesn't mind. And Ping'er is confident that even if a female cultivator marries into the Zhong family, you will still treat me well as always and not let anyone bully me, right, husband?"

With a playful smile, she continued, "Having a reliable person to support us is beneficial to the Zhong family. In the future, when you go out, you can bring a helper, and the sisters won't worry so much."

Zhong Yan thought for a moment and said, "Then you have time to visit her house and get to know her, but don't rush to mention it."

Jiang Ping's lips curved with a smile, giving a meaningful look, "I think, that Yu Xianshi will eventually fall into your arms. It's just a matter of time!"

"How do you know?"

"That day, I chatted with her for a long time and felt that she... um, how should I put it, seemed to deliberately pretend to be serious and aloof, showing a strong demeanor. But in her heart, her personality should be similar to Sister Qiuxiang, gentle and timid. Such a woman, no matter how high her cultivation level is, she is no match for you, husband..."

"Hahaha..." Zhong Yan couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Kakaka~" Little guy Zhong Qixing laughed along, scratching his father's cheek with his small hand.

Seeing this, Jiang Ping couldn't help but smile, revealing her teeth, and took out a handkerchief to wipe the snot flowing from her son's nose.

Zhong Yan reached out and embraced her into his arms, saying, "Let's go to your place tonight."

Jiang Ping looked up, her eyes flickering as she glared at him, "Our child is here!"

Zhong Yan looked at his son and grinned, "He's too young, what does he understand?"

Little guy waved his hands up and down, cheering, "Daddy is going to sleep with mommy~"

Zhong Yan: "..."

Jiang Ping: "..."

The two looked at each other, speechless.

Then, Jiang Ping chuckled, blushing, covering her mouth, and playfully punched her husband's shoulder with her small fist.

Zhong Yan was also extremely happy.

The three of them were cheerful and warm.

Little Huan, who was standing on the side, pursed her lips and chuckled. Her stunning beauty outshone the world.

On the diagonal of the circular corridor, Chunyu, who had just passed by with her son, looked envious and turned away with a sad expression.

Her personal maid whispered softly, "Madam, why are you going back again?"

"Master and Eldest Miss are talking, it's not good to disturb them."

Then a shout came from afar, "Third Sister!"

"Hey!"

Chunyu hurriedly responded, tightened her hold on her child, and quickly walked closer. She bowed and saluted, "I greet my husband and Eldest Miss!"

"Holding a child, there's no need for these formalities."

Zhong Yan had already handed their eldest son to his wife, and he smiled as he took their fourth son, Zhong Qi'an, from Chunyu's hands.

This little guy was just over a year old, with a pacifier made of a demon beast bone in his mouth. He could say "father" and "mother," but his pronunciation was unclear.

"Third Mother~" Zhong Qi'an called out in a baby voice.

"Qi'an is so good!" Chunyu reached out and touched his chubby face, smiling, "Eldest Miss, Qi'an is really smart!"

Jiang Ping smiled and said, "He's quite mischievous. Yesterday, he accidentally broke a vase and blamed it on Xiaohuan."

Zhong Qi'an tilted his head, pouting, "It was Xiaohuan! Hmph~"

Xiaohuan couldn't help but suppress her laughter and said, "Young Master is right, it was this servant who broke it."

The little guy looked proud, but when he turned his gaze to his father's face, he immediately shrunk his neck and buried his head in his mother's shoulder.

This caused a burst of laughter.

Zhong Yan also found it amusing, but he said, "We shouldn't spoil the child like this. We need to teach him from a young age how to be practical. Tell him to be realistic."

"Did you hear that?" Jiang Ping patted their son's bottom and nodded at her husband, "I have already taught him a lesson, and I will slowly guide him."

After some casual conversation, Jiang Ping looked at Chunyu and said directly in front of Zhong Yan, "It's been so long, but you still remember that incident? Have you ever seen your husband dislike An'er or show you a bad face? In the future, don't be so cautious. We are a family, and it's unreasonable to avoid each other when we meet."

Chunyu couldn't help but feel a bit emotional. She turned her face away and wiped the corner of her eye with a handkerchief. Then she turned back and smiled at Zhong Yan, "Yes, I remember!"

"Alright."

Zhong Yan raised his hand and caressed her cheek, looked around, and smiled, "Xiaohuan, have someone bring the stove and pot, prepare some vegetables and sliced meat. We'll have hot pot."

"Husband, what is hot pot?"

"You'll know in a moment."

Eating hot pot while enjoying the snow outside, it was truly delightful.

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