After Changing to the Ruthless Way, the Brothers Cried and Begged for Forgiveness-Chapter 416: What Do You Want My Wife to Call You?

One Year Later.
Tu Xiao’s expression was complicated as he gazed at Yu Zhao. “You’ve learned almost everything there is for now. What’s left can only be explored once your cultivation advances further.”
For a cultivator, a year often passed in the blink of an eye. Yet for Yu Zhao, this year was extraordinary.
Firstly, her understanding of the Array Path had reached a new level. She had gone from merely scratching the surface to thoroughly mastering it, now capable of both setting up and breaking down common formations with ease.
Secondly, her appearance had undergone subtle changes. In the cultivation world, where beauty was common, Yu Zhao—being the incarnation of Water Spirit Jade—already inherited Shui Qing Yue’s unmatched elegance.
Though her beauty wasn’t entirely flawless before, wearing the Jade Ruyi had quietly refined her skin, hair, features, and even her aura. Now, even a glimpse of her silhouette was enough to captivate the hearts of many.
There were several occasions when Tu Xiao, while teaching, found himself absentmindedly staring at her.
Eventually, Yu Zhao combined what she had learned of Array Path and Illusion Techniques to create a portable formation disc to carry with her, significantly reducing Tu Xiao’s distracted moments. Even so, she was troubled by the attention her appearance garnered.
Lacking the strength to match her looks only made her beauty a liability. She had sought advice from Tu Xiao and Feng Jiu Si about removing the Jade Ruyi, but neither had a solution and merely told her not to overthink it. Left with no choice, Yu Zhao set the matter aside.
Finally, the effort to repair the Heavenly Ladder was bearing fruit.
Tu Xiao, for all his quirks, proved to be a dedicated and knowledgeable teacher. Yu Zhao had specifically asked him about constructing transmission passages.
Tu Xiao explained, “A transmission passage is essentially a type of formation. However, unlike standard formations, building a passage requires establishing coordinates at both ends, using massive amounts of spatial materials to stabilize the space, and opening a secure route. To do this, one needs profound insight into spatial principles, immense wealth, and a cultivation level of at least the Divine Transformation stage to ensure the passage remains stable.”
Hearing this, Yu Zhao felt disheartened. She met none of these criteria. The only solace was that the cultivation world had not yet fallen into the ruin predicted by Chang Sheng. If she could repair the transmission passages, the cultivation world could continue to flourish.
“Thank you, Young Master Tu, for your generous teaching. I, Liu Yun, am deeply grateful.”
Although Yu Zhao suspected Tu Xiao already knew she was not Fairy Liu Yun, she still insisted on maintaining the facade.
“If you’re truly grateful,” Tu Xiao said, “stop calling me ‘Young Master Tu.’ Just call me Tu Xiao, alright?”
Over the past year, Tu Xiao had dropped many hints that Yu Zhao could treat him less formally, but she had always feigned ignorance. Seeing their lessons nearing an end, he decided to be direct.
Yu Zhao was considering how to politely decline when Feng Jiu Si appeared, rescuing her from the predicament.
“Young Master Tu, what do you want my wife to call you?”
Tu Xiao smiled enigmatically. “Is Liu Yun truly your wife?”
“Didn’t you drink at my wedding? How could you forget so easily?” Feng Jiu Si’s tone was calm but pointed.
Tu Xiao snorted but chose not to argue further.
“Liu Yun, in a few days, the Water Realm will hold its centennial auction. Are you interested in attending?” Feng Jiu Si asked.
The Water Realm? That meant she could use the Transmission Passage! Yu Zhao nodded enthusiastically.
Feng Jiu Si smiled warmly. “I knew you’d be interested. I’ve already secured the invitation. We’ll leave tomorrow.”
Not to be outdone, Tu Xiao interjected, “Perfect. I’ll join you.”
Feng Jiu Si’s tone remained steady. “The Wind Family only received two invitations.”
Tu Xiao laughed in frustration. Given the close ties between the Five Great Families, particularly the Wind and Water Families, it was implausible that only two invitations had been issued. Clearly, Feng Jiu Si was making excuses to exclude him.
“I don’t need to rely on your invitations to attend the auction,” Tu Xiao retorted, determined to accompany them regardless of Feng Jiu Si’s objections.
But Tu Xiao hadn’t expected Feng Jiu Si to sneak off with Yu Zhao in the middle of the night. By the time he arrived at their lodging the next morning, the Wind Family informed him they had left the previous evening.
Tu Xiao laughed bitterly in his fury. “Feng Jiu Si, don’t think this makes you the victor. The others will be even harder to deal with than I am.”
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Water Realm.
Seated in her room, Yu Zhao replayed the experience of traveling through the Transmission Passage in her mind. Her understanding of spatial forces was still limited to Teleportation Techniques, leaving her clueless about constructing spatial passages. Tu Xiao’s assertion that a cultivator needed to reach the Divine Transformation stage to attempt such a feat now made perfect sense.
Knock, knock, knock.
Yu Zhao glanced toward the door. This was the Wind Family’s villa in the Water Realm. Having just parted ways with Feng Jiu Si, who could it be?
She opened the door, and a fiery figure burst into her view.
“Fairy Liu Yun, do you remember me?” Huo Shao Yan leaned casually against the doorframe, the massive red gem on his golden crown gleaming brilliantly. His half-closed eyes radiated a lazy charm, but the moment he saw Yu Zhao clearly, his eyes widened, and his jaw slackened in shock.
“You… You…” He stammered before blurting out, “You’re a demon draining men of their essence!”
Yu Zhao: “…”
“No, wait!” Huo Shao Yan shook his head. “Why are you so much more beautiful now? You didn’t look like this before!”
Although it sounded like a compliment, Yu Zhao only felt offended. She stepped back and shut the door firmly.
Before it could close completely, four slender fingers wedged themselves in the gap. “Wait, wait! I misspoke!”
Ultimately, the door reopened—not because Yu Zhao was willing, but because the difference in their strength made resistance futile. Despite his carefree demeanor, Yu Zhao had never been able to discern Huo Shao Yan’s true cultivation level.
“You’ve never been to the Water Realm before, have you? Come on, let me show you around. I know this place like the back of my hand,” he said eagerly, his eyes sparkling.
Instead of answering, Yu Zhao asked, “How do you know I’ve never been here?”
Huo Shao Yan froze momentarily before laughing it off. “Just a hunch! People from the Auspicious Palace don’t usually mingle with outsiders, so I figured you’d never been to the Water Realm. Am I wrong?”
Yu Zhao nodded slowly. “I see.”
“Enough about that. Are you coming or not?”
“No.”
Huo Shao Yan looked incredulous. “You’re refusing me?”
“Yes.”
Anger flickered in his eyes as he struggled to maintain his composure. “Why?”
“Because… your cousin wouldn’t approve.”
Cousin? Huo Shao Yan stiffened, turning his head rigidly to look behind him.
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