**Chapter 241: Why Are You So Excited?**
“Me? Getting married?!”
Su Xiaoxiao’s voice was filled with shock and disbelief, as if she had just heard the most ridiculous news in the world.
As the “Plague God” known to everyone in Suzhou City, she had always been someone people tried to avoid. Who would ever think anyone would want to marry her?
Su Xinghe nodded. “Yes, sister. I haven’t figured out where he came from, but it’s rumored that it’s the Elder who’s making the arrangements, and they’re willing to offer ten top-grade spirit stones as a bride price.”
Ten top-grade spirit stones?!
This number stunned both Su Xiaoxiao and Yun Zhonghe.
Just to put it into perspective, one top-grade spirit stone is equivalent to one million low-grade spirit stones, so ten makes a whopping ten million low-grade spirit stones! Which rich family is spilling that much cash just to marry off Su Xiaoxiao?!
It’s unbelievable!
Ten million spirit stones is a staggering amount, even for the Yun family. Moreover, it’s actual cash—not some property or contracts that can be negotiated—which indicates the marrying family is no joke.
Now Yun Zhonghe could understand why Su Xinghe wanted to push Su Xiaoxiao out of the Su family so urgently.
If Su Xiaoxiao remained a member of the Su family, her marriage would always be under the family’s control. But if she broke away, the Su family would have no say in her fate.
Su Xinghe’s expression turned serious. “Of course, I don’t want to ruin my sister’s chances. If he is genuinely proposing. But I have a hunch that he has ulterior motives.”
“I’ve used everything in my power to uncover his identity, but it’s just too suspicious. Besides, the Elder and I don’t get along. Do you think he’d genuinely set up a good match for my sister?”
“This is purely a transaction! They must have some plan to use my sister’s body for something, and with the price set so high, I can’t even begin to imagine the terrible things that might happen if she gets sold off!”
As she spoke, Su Xinghe grew increasingly agitated, her eyes flickering with anxiety as if she could foresee an unimaginable future.
Even Yun Zhonghe couldn’t help but wear a serious expression in response to the gravity of the situation.
Although the current plot diverged drastically from the original work, this storyline concerning the Su family had no hints or foreshadowing—it seemed like a bizarre twist that appeared out of nowhere, jarringly out of place.
It felt like it had been forcefully crammed in there just to throw a wrench in their plans.
Yun Zhonghe sighed, “Previously, the Su family treated Xiaoxiao like she was an unwanted orphan, practically wanting to disown her. Not only would that save them from feeding another mouth, but it would also allow them to claim her rightful share of the family wealth. But thanks to Chen Chen’s efforts, Xiaoxiao managed to keep her rights and stay within the Su family.”
He paused for a moment, his gaze deepening. “But who would have thought this would brew trouble? On paper, Xiaoxiao is still a member of the Su family, which means they have the right to manage her marriage. Right now, the Su family won’t let her go because someone is willing to pay a hefty sum to marry her! That’s why you want Xiaoxiao to leave the Su family first…”
Su Xinghe nodded. “Exactly.”
Although Yun Zhonghe hailed from a different world and believed in love freedom and free marriage, the unfortunate reality was this fantastical world was steeped in tradition. Even noble-born heirs often found it hard to escape their family’s expectations, and marriage decisions for girls were generally left to the family elders—this was considered absolutely normal by the locals.
Such deep-rooted traditions couldn’t be easily challenged, even by the powerful Immortal Alliance.
Despite the Immortal Alliance holding supreme power, when it came to family matters relating to the continuation of bloodlines, they often chose to respect the wishes of each family and rarely intervened.
Yun Zhonghe turned to Su Xiaoxiao, who seemed to drift in her own thoughts, and asked Su Xinghe, “Is there still time for her to leave the Su family?”
Su Xinghe’s expression was complex. “I don’t know. If it had been earlier, there might’ve been a chance. But now… it’s a bit tricky. However, I will do everything in my power to protect my sister! She won’t come to any harm!”
While Yun Zhonghe and Su Xinghe busily exchanged thoughts, the person at the center of it all, Su Xiaoxiao, felt as though she were in another world, entirely disconnected from their conversation.
Me… getting married?
To a stranger…
That thought echoed repeatedly in Su Xiaoxiao’s mind.
If it had been a while ago, maybe she wouldn’t have cared much—she might’ve even felt a bit touched.
After all, she had always been that “Plague God” that everyone avoided; the idea that someone would want to marry her, while not exactly thrilling, wouldn’t have struck her as wholly repugnant.
But now… a wave of despair surged in Su Xiaoxiao’s heart.
She had just reconciled with her sister and found someone she liked…
And now this…
Unconsciously, her eyes, hidden beneath her thick bangs, fell on Yun Zhonghe, filled with inner conflict.
No! I don’t want to be separated from you… I just want to stay by your side, even if it’s just to be near you!
In that moment, she truly realized how deeply she clung to Yun Zhonghe. Just the thought of being forced apart made her feel like a kn*fe was twisting in her heart.
She cherished Yun Zhonghe’s protection, adored his gentleness, and most importantly, he valued her and guided her—he was her spiritual anchor.
She liked him, reveling in every moment spent by his side. Even if he was surrounded by many other girls, as long as she had a place in his heart, she felt like the happiest person alive.
This was her sanctuary, the place she didn’t want to leave.
But Su Xiaoxiao couldn’t voice it.
Her selfishness would not only complicate things for Yun Zhonghe, but could also put Su Xinghe in a bind with the Su family.
This was clearly no small matter; even Yun Zhonghe found it hard to navigate, and it certainly exceeded Su Xinghe’s control.
Yun Zhonghe acknowledged her as a friend, Chen Chen as a sister; in truth, Su Xiaoxiao had no regrets anymore.
She… should do something for them, even if it meant sacrificing her own happiness…
Thud!
Just then, a hand came down and tapped Su Xiaoxiao right on the head.
Su Xiaoxiao: QAQ
She let out a cute yelp that sounded just like Su Xinghe’s.
The sound of two sisters getting whacked felt oddly satisfying, producing a delightful ring.
Yun Zhonghe’s gaze was deep. “Are you trying to sacrifice yourself just so you don’t cause trouble for me and Chen Chen?”
Su Xiaoxiao shyly looked away, unable to meet his eyes.
Yun Zhonghe had hit the nail on the head—he understood her too well.
He would absolutely not allow such a thing to happen. Su Xiaoxiao was his bro’s girl, and someone wanted to snatch her away?
Did they even ask the Yellow-haired dude here?!
d*mn it, do they even regard him as a threat?!
After all he’d done, some random passerby popped up out of nowhere wanting to make him work for nothing? Yun Zhonghe would be the first to go and teach them a lesson!
“Leave this to me; I’ll find a way to sort this out for you!”
His words were firm, leaving no room for doubt!
He was a bit angry.
Su Xiaoxiao: “But…”
Thud!
“Aoow QAQ”
Yun Zhonghe maintained his hand’s position, asserting, “No buts! What I, Yun Zhonghe, decide, no one can stop!”
At that moment, in Su Xiaoxiao’s and Su Xinghe’s eyes, Yun Zhonghe’s figure seemed to have grown immensely. His determination felt intensely warm and profound, penetrating deep into their hearts—it was as if he was lifting them up!
He truly was domineering and forceful!
Su Xinghe looked at him with envy.
She wanted to be hit too.
Yun Zhonghe pondered for a moment and concluded, “Anyway, Xiaoxiao, just don’t worry about this. I’ll resolve it for you soon. I’ll discuss the details with Chen Chen privately.”
Su Xinghe gave him a dreamy look and replied, “Uh, you can skip the ‘Miss’—just call me Chen Chen.”
Her voice trembled slightly, as if each word was a heartfelt plea.
She preferred for him to call her “Chen Chen,” which stirred her deepest desires and joy.
In her mind’s theatre, she imagined Yun Zhonghe wielding his hot, mighty stick, smacking her backside while chastising her!
Being schooled by a powerful man felt so…
Ooh-rah!
Yun Zhonghe:?
Why is she suddenly gasping?
Is it because he’s willing to step in and help her cherished sister, making Su Xinghe excited enough to blush?
Other than that, Yun Zhonghe couldn’t think of any reason that would make her so animated.
