The Arch-Enemy Must Not Become a Wife

Chapter 275: Chapter 148: Let’s Get Married (3)

But Gu Haitang was quite troubled by this. Chu Xuan wasn’t even aware of the family’s existence, and now you suddenly want him to do such a thing?

So she argued reasonably, saying that Chu Xuan was a disciple of the Primordial Monarch Taixu and a high disciple of the Daoist Palace headmaster. Even if he was willing, the Monarch and Senior Floating Cloud might feel awkward about it and could forbid him from doing so.

She suggested a softer approach, like having her mother meet Chu Xuan privately, like a future son-in-law meeting his mother-in-law in advance.

Once her mother confirmed there were no issues, then the marriage could proceed.

Upon hearing this, several elders of the family agreed. After all, Chu Xuan wasn’t from a humble background. Whether it was the Primordial Monarch Taixu or the Cyan Lotus Daoist Palace, the family had to take them seriously. To demand so stringently might make them unwilling to proceed with the marriage.

So, after seeking the opinion of Gu Haitang’s mother, they agreed to the matter.

Gu Haitang had been busy for so long, finally overcoming all the barriers to the union. She was overjoyed.

The only thing that made her anxious was Chu Xuan’s attitude.

Although Gu Haitang was somewhat confident, given Chu Xuan’s disappointment with Qingqing, he should choose to be with her. But what if he was too severely impacted and closed his heart to love?

We must bear in mind, this wasn’t the first time Chu Xuan had gone through such an ordeal, having been struck consecutively by the two women he loved.

Or perhaps, he might indeed be willing to be with her, but he doesn’t want to get married so quickly, maintaining his original stance of waiting three to five years, or even a dozen years. Wouldn’t that be awkward for her?

Ultimately, Gu Haitang didn’t feel like a backup plan, because even if nothing went wrong with Qingqing, Chu Xuan would eventually return to her and wouldn’t abandon her.

It was simply due to Qingqing eliminating an option for Chu Xuan by self-destructing.

In the midst of Gu Haitang’s anxiety, news came from the Daoist Palace that Chu Xuan had returned to the sect, but he needed to visit the East Sea to manage a natural disaster before coming back to see her a bit later.

Gu Haitang was filled with joy and rushed to the Cyan Lotus Daoist Palace to wait for him, lest he thought she was at the Purple Heaven Jade Mansion and couldn’t find her.

Yet... he should have returned four or five days ago, so why hadn’t he come back?

...

Near the bluestones in the back mountain where Chu Xuan often used to stay, Gu Haitang was pacing back and forth worriedly.

Jiang Yiyi was munching on a Spirit Fruit pear with great relish, patting Haitang on the shoulder, mumbling words of comfort:

"Don’t worry, I know Chu Xuan’s character too well. He wouldn’t have a child with Qingqing."

"Shut up." Gu Haitang had been polite to Jiang Yiyi initially upon coming to the Daoist Palace but was driven to frustration by this unruly ancestor of a master. Recently, having become more familiar, she was less courteous.

"What’s going on here?" Chu Xuan arrived in a flash on his flying sword, smiling at the two.

Gu Haitang immediately showed a surprised expression, while Jiang Yiyi was momentarily stunned. She quickly tossed aside the fruit core, pointing at Haitang, "She bullied me."

Gu Haitang panicked at once and hurriedly waved her hand, "No, no, I didn’t."

Chu Xuan walked closer with a smile, "How did she bully you?"

Jiang Yiyi wiped her hand on her clothes and replied impolitely, "She told me to shut up."

Chu Xuan pinched her cheek, "I can guess roughly what you’ve been saying."

"Alright, you go along now. I have some private words to share with Haitang."

Jiang Yiyi pushed away Chu Xuan’s hand discontentedly, "Don’t treat me like a child. I am an immortal, your ancestor."

As she spoke, her eyes twinkled, "Then I’ll go inform Yue’er; she’s missed you. You’ve come back a few times without visiting her, and she’s been upset."

Chu Xuan nodded, "Please send my regards to Junior Sister for me."

On Gu Haitang’s side, seeing Chu Xuan’s affectionate gestures towards Jiang Yiyi made her somewhat envious.

Even though she knew he didn’t have that kind of feeling toward his ancestor, she couldn’t help but let her imagination run wild.

Chu Xuan looked at Gu Haitang with gentle eyes, spread his arms, and said, "I’m back."

Haitang’s heart beat faster as she swiftly approached and embraced Chu Xuan, "Welcome back~"

Chu Xuan returned the hug, feeling that this was truly wonderful. No matter how much pain you experience outside, when you return home, there is always a woman waiting to love you.

"I’m sorry, Haitang, I was wrong before." He murmured softly in her ear.

Gu Haitang was deeply moved, and finally felt a great weight lifted off her mind as she leaned against Chu Xuan’s chest, "You don’t have to apologize. Your decisions weren’t wrong before."

"Even though the outcome wasn’t perfect, not attempting back then would have definitely led to regret later."

Chu Xuan remained silent; indeed, it was true. Now that Qingqing was no longer in mortal danger, free from torment, and respected by all, it was time to let go.

"Haitang, shall we get married?"

Gu Haitang was startled, almost thinking she misheard.

Until Chu Xuan earnestly repeated in her ear, "Haitang, will you marry me?"

Gu Haitang’s eyes welled up with tears, she covered her mouth, nodding vigorously, unable to utter a single word.

Initially, Chu Xuan had more to say, but Haitang held him tightly, sobbing in his arms, so he could only comfort her clumsily, urging her not to cry so hard.

At this moment, Xiao Yue, being dragged by their ancestor, stealthily came over, eavesdropping on their conversation.

Hearing the senior brother’s confession, Yue’er was stunned, feeling her heart shatter, thinking her "Senior Brother X Senior Sister" ship was sinking!

Jiang Yiyi was also momentarily at a loss, then sighed, "So, it’s finally happening? My Innate Chaos Dao Embryo."