The Rise of Dragon Son-in-Law
Chapter 279 - 271: I’m Afraid of Hurting You_2

Chapter 279: Chapter 271: I’m Afraid of Hurting You_2

This news was undoubtedly a bolt from the blue for Li Yuechan and the others, and they found it hard to believe.

The man gravely told them that Long Chen’s survival was uncertain, but he was currently receiving treatment in a mysterious place; even if cured, there was a high chance he would be incapacitated. He asked them to wait patiently for news, which wouldn’t come for at least half a year.

Knowing this, Li Yuechan and the others were inconsolable.

The man had already left and made a mysterious phone call: "Your Majesty, I have done as you instructed."

"Do you know why I want to deceive them like this?"

A calm, magnetic voice came through the phone.

"I don’t know, sire." replied the man respectfully.

"My son is a man of character, just as I was in my youth when I enjoyed flirting around," said the voice, "thus, I need to screen these women for him, using half a year to test if these women are reliable. If they cannot remain faithful for half a year, they have no right to enter the Long Family."

...

Li Yuechan and the others were huddled together, deeply saddened.

"Xia Ling, should we go look for Long Chen?"

Zhao Churan asked, wiping her tears.

Xia Ling shook her head and spoke solemnly, "By now, there might not be anything we can do to help. You all know Long Chen is no ordinary person, and the injuries he has suffered aren’t the kind money can solve. Apart from money, we seemingly have nothing, so I suggest we patiently wait for news. No matter what, I will wait for him, even if he returns incapacitated, I will willingly accept it without regret."

"We will wait for him together."

Li Yuechan gritted her teeth.

At this moment, their looks were all resolute.

...

Imperial City of Great Xia.

Ye Zhiqiu brought Long Chen back home.

As soon as they entered, the Ye Family frowned upon seeing Ye Zhiqiu return with a strange man.

"Zhiqiu, who is this?"

An elder looked at Long Chen and felt something was amiss.

"Grandfather, his name is Chen Feng, he is my boyfriend," Ye Zhiqiu said quietly.

"Are you crazy?" The elder suddenly stood up, furiously shouting, "You dare to bring home just any boyfriend?"

"Zhiqiu, this is a bit too capricious, it’s utterly nonsensical."

A middle-aged man with glasses also had an icy expression.

The woman beside him immediately said, "Zhiqiu, no matter who he is, make him leave immediately. Without our approval, he can’t step into this house."

"Sister, aren’t you being a bit too casual?" said a young man who was lying on the sofa playing video games.

Unquestionably, none of the family members welcomed Long Chen.

All of this was within Ye Zhiqiu’s expectations.

Ye Zhiqiu remarked calmly, "All my life, you’ve made decisions for me. But now, I want to live for myself; he must be allowed into this house."

"But what makes him worthy? Just because he has a pretty face?" the woman gritted her teeth.

"Zhiqiu, you know the uniqueness of our family; an ordinary person entering our house is equivalent to sending him to his grave. He won’t last long; do you understand what Grandfather is saying?"

The elder tried to persuade Ye Zhiqiu from another angle with a serious tone.

However, Ye Zhiqiu shook her head. "He’s not an ordinary person, Grandfather. I’ve observed his strength and understanding, both are astonishingly strong. With just a little nurturing, he will surely progress rapidly and grow into a great master capable of standing on his own."

"Is that so?" The old man looked at Long Chen, "Let’s see. Show me if what you say is true. If he’s not qualified, he must leave the Ye Family immediately."

The old man approached Long Chen and said sternly, "You, hit me with a punch."

"This..." Long Chen hesitated, "Old Master, perhaps it’s better not to, I’m afraid of hurting you."

"Don’t talk rubbish. Hit me if I say so; I won’t blame you for any injuries. Just go ahead and use all your strength, don’t hold back." The old man said impatiently.

"I’m mainly worried that I might accidentally kill you with one punch, and then how could I face Zhiqiu?" Long Chen hurriedly said.

"Can’t blame you for that, and they won’t either because it was me who asked you to do it. Hurry up, don’t dawdle. I hate dawdlers the most; they’re utterly indecisive."

The old man barked.

Long Chen, startled, reflexively punched the old man in the abdomen.

Bang.

Instantly, the old man was sent flying, harshly hitting the wall.

A mouthful of old blood spurted out, his face turning pale.

"Grandpa."

"Dad."

Several members of the Ye Family panicked, rushing to the old man’s side to help him up.

Even the servants at home became extremely nervous.

If something happened to the old master, it would surely throw the Ye Family into chaos.

"See, I told you I was afraid of hurting him, but he didn’t believe me."

Long Chen looked anxiously at Ye Zhiqiu, worried about being blamed.

"It’s alright; I’m not seriously injured."

The old man wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, staring intently at Long Chen, and said in a deep voice, "I can tell that he has no True Qi, but his strength is great enough to break through my protective True Qi, which is truly extraordinary. Zhiqiu, where did you find this person? Tell me in detail."

Ye Zhiqiu was caught off guard by the question since she hadn’t really thought about it.

Long Chen, noticing Ye Zhiqiu’s nervousness, immediately said, "Old master, everyone, I’m just a country boy. I happened upon her when she was injured; she had just come down from a snowy mountain after a fight and got hurt. She didn’t despise me, and we fell in love. If you’re going to look down upon my humble origins, then I should leave right away."

"You can’t leave." Ye Zhiqiu grabbed Long Chen. "Who would look down on you? I certainly won’t. I’ve told you, I’m your fiancée, and that won’t change, no matter who comes. Fool, you need to listen. I didn’t tell you to leave, so no matter who scolds you, you can’t go. Understand?"

"But..."

"There are no buts. You must listen to me; don’t forget our agreement."

Ye Zhiqiu glared at Long Chen.

Long Chen sighed and had no choice but to agree.

"This kid is indeed promising; maybe it’s not impossible to give him a try."

The old master scrutinized Long Chen from top to bottom, becoming more and more satisfied.

Hearing this, Ye Zhiqiu asked, thrilled, "Grandpa, does that mean you agree to let him stay with us?"

"Let him stay for a month. If he can defeat your father within that month, I’ll agree to your marriage."

The old master declared.

"Isn’t a month too short?"

Ye Zhiqiu was concerned.

She knew that with Long Chen’s shattered Dantian, it was very difficult to gather True Qi.

Defeating her father seemed as tough as reaching the heavens.

"Just one month; you have no other choice, or you can let him leave."

The old master was very assertive.

"Okay, I agree."

Ye Zhiqiu nodded immediately.

"Alright, off you go."

The old master waved his hand.

Ye Zhiqiu took Long Chen and left.

They had, after all, managed to pass this first hurdle.

It was fortunate that Long Chen was admirable, capable of repelling Grandpa even with his lost cultivation. Although Ye Zhiqiu didn’t say it, she couldn’t help but be profoundly shocked in her heart.

"Zhiqiu, your grandpa seems quite fierce. Will I ever have good days in your home? Or maybe, you could arrange for me to live outside, so I wouldn’t constantly make things difficult for you."

Long Chen whispered.

"What are you talking about? Are you unwilling to endure some hardships for me? Am I not worth it?"

Ye Zhiqiu fixed her gaze on Long Chen.