Clan Cultivation: I Transmigrated With My Smartphone
Chapter 111: The Purpose of the Marriage Alliance (Second Update, Seeking Initial Subscription)

Chapter 111: Chapter 111: The Purpose of the Marriage Alliance (Second Update, Seeking Initial Subscription)

In the manor at the foot of the mountain, guests gathered together, entertained by cultivators of the Ye Family.

On the tables forged from Purple Spirit Wood, there was an arrangement of spirit wine and spirit fruit.

Lu Xuanji sat beside the table, watching as cultivator after cultivator entered through the door, all of whom were in Foundation Establishment, radiating an extraordinary aura and demeanor.

"In those years, it was here that I met your mother."

His father spoke, seemingly reminiscing about the past.

"Isn’t the crowd a bit much; should we hold a contest?" Lu Xuanji asked.

"There’s no need for that," his father said. "However, the men who come for matchmaking need to showcase their talents, to highlight their excellent qualities. When choosing a Dao companion, it’s best if the Spirit Root levels aren’t vastly different. If the Spirit Root attributes diverge too much, the woman can only be a concubine, and the man can only become a live-in son-in-law."

A concubine’s status is below that of the main wife but above a maid.

Many female cultivators with poor aptitude can only aspire to achievements by attaching themselves to powerful cultivators, thereby becoming concubines.

Similarly, some outstanding females, unwilling to marry out, can only recruit live-in sons-in-law.

The live-in son-in-law resides in the woman’s household, where she provides spirit stones, elixirs, and such.

Their position is somewhat low.

Of course, such low status is relative.

In the Cultivation Realm, strength is revered.

If concubines or live-in sons-in-law possess great aptitude and cultivation, who would dare to look down on them?

In the Cultivation Realm, strength is everything, with status and order merely being its appendages.

It’s better to wield strength to hold leverage over others than to use status.

"The Ye Family has many outstanding women, but the Grand Elder wouldn’t permit you to be a live-in son-in-law. Matchmaking in the Ye Family is primarily for alliances, who the woman is doesn’t matter much. Among hundreds of women, there’s bound to be one suitable for you," his father said, explaining the principles of matchmaking.

"I understand," the child replied.

Being a live-in son-in-law is impossible; it’s never happening in this lifetime.

"Father, what should I be mindful of?"

Lu Xuanji asked.

"Display your talents," his father said. "I know you have a few fortuitous encounters, some hidden cards, and these encounters and cards don’t need to be concealed. Because those seniors have even greater fortuitous encounters and more treasures; they won’t take your meager possessions seriously."

"You need to fully display your talents because only by showcasing your excellent qualities will you be courted and valued, attracting excellent women who would become your Dao companions."

"In the eyes of those seniors, two things matter most: the advancement of one’s cultivation and the continuation of the clan. In the perpetuation of a clan, discovering some outstanding talents to rally as allies and make connections is crucial for the clan’s long-term development."

His father advised.

In the Cultivation Immortality Realm, every year many cultivation immortality clans face extermination, with many clan cultivators turning into loose cultivators. Even a Golden Core Ancestor cannot guarantee whether accidents or tomorrow would come first. The Lu Family endured two catastrophic extinguishments, prevailing thanks to past connections.

Connections might seem insignificant in pivotal moments but are immensely valuable in times of crisis.

Lu Xuanji nodded, suddenly enlightened.

Such a matchmaking event isn’t just for matchmaking; it’s also a venue for building connections.

How to establish connections?

Primarily by exhibiting one’s outstanding qualities so that other cultivators perceive you as a worthy investment and draw; this gradually paves the way for interactions and connection-building;

If one performs merely averagely, those cultivators disdain to invest, and naturally, there are no connections to speak of.

At that moment, a maid approached and said, "My lady invites you over to join her."

Lu Xuanji hesitated and said, "Alone like this, it doesn’t seem proper."

Arriving here, every word and move he made was with utmost caution.

Guarding against any tricks from certain people.

"My lady is over there. It’s under public scrutiny there, most secure," said the maid, pointing to a corner position.

In the eastern area, there was a garden.

In it sat dozens of charming beauties, some cold and noble, some delicate and lovely, some pure and alluring, some ravishing and seductive, and some wearing veils, making their true faces indiscernible. All were exceptional beauties, at least scoring eighty points in beauty.

They were the matchmaking candidates this time.

"My lady is at that table."

The maid gestured toward a table.

At that table sat a female cultivator in white attire, tall in stature, with a bountiful bosom, shimmering skin, possessed of unparalleled beauty, coupled with a scholarly aura, her black-and-white eyes like jewels, gazing over while nodding slightly.

Lu Xuanji stood up, approached that table, and sat on the chair beside it.

"Fellow Daoist, how should I address you?"

Lu Xuanji asked.

"Ye Bingyun."

The female cultivator spoke, and at that instant, a hint of formidable aura emanated, the aura of the Ninth-Layer Foundation Establishment.

Lu Xuanji was slightly surprised, perceiving it as a demonstration of power.

"Fellow Daoist, though it’s our first meeting, I feel extremely familiar with you," Ye Bingyun said. "Seventh Aunt wants me to be your Dao companion, but I already have someone dear to my heart. If you wish to marry me and unite our families, it’s not impossible. Publicly, we can appear as a loving couple, but privately, you do as you please, and so do I, without interference. How about it?"

"In this way, the Lu Family can also gain the Ye Family’s friendship, both moving forward."

"Not quite,"

Lu Xuanji laughed and said, "You all really play well. I’m different, I’m selfish; once you become my Dao companion, both body and spirit wholly belong to me. Regarding everyone playing their separate games, I can’t accept the noble plays of the aristocrats, so perhaps find another person."

"That would also be good," Ye Bingyun said. "But later, during the matchmaking event, you must first refuse me, saying you don’t have eyes for me."

"Why can’t you refuse?"

Lu Xuanji asked.

"I dare not refuse my Seventh Aunt’s goodwill," Ye Bingyun replied, a trace of fear flashing in her eyes when mentioning Seventh Aunt.

"Who is Seventh Aunt?"

Lu Xuanji asked.

"The main lineage, Ye Xue."

Ye Bingyun said, her words laced with apprehension.

Lu Xuanji asked, "Aren’t alliances supposed to be about mutual willingness? Would your family exile you if you rejected me?"

"That wouldn’t happen; the family is quite free. However, seemingly free, but suitable candidates are just a few. You don’t understand how terrifying Seventh Aunt is; I wouldn’t dare refuse her,"

Ye Bingyun said.

Lu Xuanji shook his head, recalling the sight of Ye Xue encountered at Purple Sun Mountain.

At that time, Ye Xue didn’t seem so formidable, merely having a bit of a temper, liking to throw childish tantrums.

"Understood, tomorrow I will be the first to refuse,"

Lu Xuanji said.

It’s merely a matter of switching a marriage alliance partner; nothing daunting about it.