10: The struggle of the three Supreme Ancestors

Suddenly remembering something, he retrieved the shimmering silver 'Moon-Embracing Sword' from his System space and presented it with both hands to Old Ancestor: "Old Ancestor, this Emperor Weapon can't unleash its true power in my hands. Why don't you hold onto it for now? It could also help intimidate others at a critical moment."

Old Ancestor glanced at the Moon-Embracing Sword, a flicker of appreciation in his eyes. Without declining, he reached out and took it.

As the Emperor Weapon entered his hand, it emitted a pleasant, gentle hum, as if it felt more at home in the grasp of a Great Emperor.

"Hmm, this sword has a connection with this old man. I shall safeguard it for now."

Old Ancestor hefted the sword, then looked at Chu Ye, his smile taking on a different meaning. "As for those three 'prospective maids'... once they sign the contract and arrive, don't be too polite with them, Ye'er."

"Put them to work when needed, temper them when necessary. This Old Ancestor, you see, greatly enjoys watching proud old-timers learn to lower their heads and serve others. Especially... serving the Qilin Son of my Chu family."

Chu Ye's mouth twitched. He suddenly felt a bit of sympathy for those three yet-to-be-seen 'Supreme Elder Ancestor-level maids'.

Well, it seems in the future, not only will he gain a few powerful bodyguards and bed-warming maids, but also a few objects to provide 'amusement' for the Old Ancestor.

This 'blessing of many children and much fortune' was becoming more and more... unique.

He obediently nodded. "Your grandson understands. I will definitely... properly 'temper' them."

Outside the hall, the night grew deeper.

Under the cover of a dark moon and high winds, just as Chu Ye was preparing to rest, there was a light knock on his door.

Standing outside was the current Sect Master of the Hehuan Sect, Sect Master.

A sheer gauze wrapped around her alluring figure, her face was charmingly beautiful, and the way her eyes sparkled carried three parts seductive charm and seven parts anxiety.

She had been stuck at the Quasi-Saint Realm for decades. Seeing the three Supreme Elder Ancestors all becoming restless over the 'Opportunity to become an Emperor,' she gritted her teeth. Thinking that the early bird catches the worm, why not... try offering herself?

Taking a deep breath, Sect Master adjusted her expression to the most perfect smile and gently pushed the door open with her jade-like hand... and then, she was dumbfounded.

The expected scene of Chu Ye alone in his bedchamber did not appear. Before her eyes was clearly a large-scale harem struggle... ah, no, it was a 'Supreme Elder Ancestors competing for the position' scene!

Inside the brightly lit hall, the three Supreme Elder Ancestors, who should have been ethereal and dignified, were currently gathered around Chu Ye's soft couch, their postures... very un-ancestor-like.

Su Wu, the cold and beautiful elder sister, straightened her back, trying to impress Chu Ye with her aloof and proud demeanor: "This one has cultivated for a millennium, my Dao Heart is firm, my sword arts are divine. I can protect you, Young Master, for a hundred years, sweeping away petty villains."

It's just that her face was slightly flushed, barely able to maintain its composure.

Supreme Second Elder of the Hehuan Sect, the enchanting and seductive one, was much more direct. Her eyes seemed about to drip with honey, her voice sweet and cloying: "Young Master~ This humble one knows best how to serve people~ Pouring tea, handing water, massaging shoulders, pounding backs, I guarantee to make you comfortable. And besides..."

She deliberately pushed out her ample chest, "This humble one's 'Exquisite Jade Bones' are the warmest and softest..."

Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect, the pure and beguiling one, appeared timid but spoke astonishing words, her voice soft yet clear: "This slave... this slave has a special Physique, the 'Mysterious Yin Charming Maiden Body.' Not only is my Primordial Yin pure, but I can also help Young Master harmonize your Dragon Yang and advance your cultivation."

"Moreover, this slave has cultivated the Hehuan Sect's secret transmission, the 'Hundred Charms Mysterious Art,' since childhood, and have reached the Transcendent realm. I know best how to make you, Young Master... experience supreme joy."

After speaking, she shyly lowered her head, her ears turning bright red.

Chu Ye, leaning obliquely on the couch, holding a spirit fruit, watched dumbfounded, instinctively saying: "Oh... good, all good..."

Sect Master froze at the doorway, unable to advance or retreat, her mind buzzing: Who am I?

Where am I?

Are these three really my sect's Supreme Elder Ancestors?

Isn't this scene of competing for favor a bit off?

Seeing the three Supreme Elder Ancestors still desperately promoting themselves, from loyalty to physical advantages to technical specialties, Chu Ye timely and leisurely added a sentence: "By the way, I forgot to mention, that batch of breakthrough pills was not easy to refine, the medicinal potency is extremely pure. The next batch... will probably take quite a while."

These words were like cold water poured into a hot oil wok!

The three Supreme Elder Ancestors instantly retracted what little restraint they had left, their postures becoming even more urgent. The 'dignity' they had barely maintained just moments ago immediately began to deteriorate.

Su Wu snorted coldly, glancing at Supreme Second Elder of the Hehuan Sect: "Some people only know vulgar seductive tricks. How would they understand that the Great Dao requires a firm Heart-Nature as its foundation? By the Young Master's side, a steady and reliable person is needed."

Supreme Second Elder of the Hehuan Sect immediately retorted: "Oh, Elder Sister is certainly steady, like a thousand-year iceberg! Keeping a straight face might just annoy the Young Master!"

"By the Young Master's side, of course, someone who understands emotions and interests, who can make the Young Master happy, is best."

Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect weakly interjected, but each sentence was a barb: "Elder Sisters, please don't quarrel... This slave just feels that the Young Master is benevolent and treats us with sincerity."

"This slave has no other merits, only a sincere heart, and this body... no, this special body, that's all."

"Sincere heart? More like false affection!" Su Wu sneered.

"Sincere heart? Elder Sister, don't deceive yourself!" Supreme Second Elder of the Hehuan Sect curled her lip.

Watching the three Supreme Elder Ancestors escalate from verbal attacks to nearly tearing off all pretense, exchanging sharp words, neither yielding to the other.

They even dredged up old grievances like "You stole my Opportunity five hundred years ago" and "You damaged my Dao Heart three hundred years ago," their usual Transcendent image completely shattered.

Chu Ye munched on his spirit fruit, watching with great interest, his inner OS: Fight! Fight!

Stop! Fighting like that won't kill anyone!

No, wait, I'm a righteous gentleman.

Sect Master at the doorway had already petrified into a statue, her worldview collapsing.

At that moment, Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect suddenly shed her timid expression and looked at Chu Ye, her voice carrying a tremor and a desperate resolve: "Young Master... this slave has one more matter, not yet stated clearly."

Instantly, Su Wu and Supreme Second Elder of the Hehuan Sect stopped their quarrel, looking at her warily.

Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect's face grew even redder. Her voice was as faint as a mosquito's hum, yet clearly audible to everyone: "This slave's Physique... every day at the Zi hour (midnight), the Yin and Yang... Yin and Yang are spontaneously remolded, akin to... akin to a newborn. It is the 'Solar Cycle Yin Body,' encountered once in ten thousand years."

She paused, gathering courage, "This slave's Dual Cultivation technique has reached Perfection. I can definitely let you, Young Master... experience something new every day, each day entering a state of transformation."

The spirit fruit in Chu Ye's hand dropped with a *plop*.

Daily... refresh?

This Physique is too Heaven-Defying... outrageous!

Su Wu and Supreme Second Elder of the Hehuan Sect's faces instantly turned pale. How could they compete with this?

This was a complete dimensional reduction strike!

Yesterday, they still thought they each had their own advantages. Now, they were utterly crushed by Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect's trump card.

Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect struck while the iron was hot, her voice growing softer, carrying a pitiable tone: "Young Master, this slave will definitely serve you well, making you... comfortable every day, joyful like a bridegroom every night. On the path of cultivation, this slave is willing to be your most intimate Cauldron... no, companion."

In the end, under the dual buffs of 'Solar Cycle Yin Body' + 'Uninterrupted Dual Cultivation'.

Chu Ye, with difficulty—though inwardly overjoyed—made his choice. He cleared his throat lightly and raised his finger, pointing at Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect: "Then... Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect it is."

Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect's face instantly bloomed with dazzling radiance, unable to contain her joy.

Su Wu, furious, flicked her sleeve and turned to leave, leaving behind the words "Rotten wood cannot be carved."

Supreme Second Elder of the Hehuan Sect stamped her foot, glared fiercely at Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect, and also left angrily, muttering under her breath, "That little vixen got the advantage."

Only Chu Ye and the bashful Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect remained in the hall, along with Sect Master, still petrified at the doorway.

Chu Ye looked at the Supreme Elder Ancestor before him, who appeared pure but hid a great killing weapon, then glanced at Sect Master at the door. He rubbed his nose and coughed dryly: "Um, Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect... please let the Sect Master leave first. After all, she is also a member of the Hehuan Sect. We can't have her standing outside the door forever."

Supreme Third Elder of the Hehuan Sect pursed her lips into a smile, obediently replied "Yes," and turned to open the door.

Sect Master, like a walking corpse, was dismissed. Looking at the affectionate pair before her, she felt that her decades of cultivation had all been practiced in vain.

She regretted it!

Regretted hesitating, regretted arriving a step too late!

This Opportunity had been snatched away by her own sect's Supreme Elder Ancestors!

Old Ancestor seemed to have anticipated this long ago. He didn't even show his face, merely sending a voice transmission telling Chu Ye to handle it himself.