To tell the truth, this seemed like a laughable matter to the Ancestor of the Su Family.
With the presence of the Ancestor of the Su Family, a Cultivator at the Golden Core Stage, did Zhou Chun really think that he could eat his fill, wipe his mouth clean, and then deny any responsibility in the future?
Aside from Su Yuzhen, which female Cultivator would dare to dispute this couple's status?
Upon thinking this, the Ancestor of the Su Family couldn't help but wave his hand and say, "It doesn't matter anymore, as long as you can agree to assist Yuzhen girl in her Cultivation, I don't care about the status as a Dao companion. Just make sure that during this time, you do not get involved with any other female Cultivators!"
"Thank you, Senior, for your understanding!"
Zhou Chun wiped his forehead with his hand, looking as if he had survived a great disaster, and quickly gave his thanks.
He knew that he had somehow managed to get through the most dangerous situation of the day.
As for what to do in the future, that would be a worry for another day.
After all, he did not want to spend time alone with the Ancestor of the Su Family anymore!
At that moment, the Ancestor of the Su Family's expression softened slightly, and he gave Zhou Chun a light nod, "Since you have agreed to this matter, in a few days, Yuzhen girl will come to the Zhou Family to find you. You must allow her to stay at your residence and spend more time with her."
"If she feels the timing is right and wants to engage in dual cultivation with you, you must not refuse under any pretext!"
"Can you do what I've asked of you?" His words carried a thread of threat as he spoke.
Zhou Chun could only nod bitterly in agreement, "Junior understands, I will surely follow Senior's instructions."
"Very well, then it is settled. You may go now."
Pleased, the Ancestor of the Su Family nodded and promptly waved him off.
Upon seeing this, Zhou Chun felt as if he had received a great pardon and hurriedly bowed before exiting the stone chamber and swiftly leaving the cave dwelling.
After Zhou Chun had left, the Ancestor of the Su Family raised his hand and cast a spell towards a corner of the wall. A flash of spiritual light revealed Su Yuzhen's figure.
It turned out that Su Yuzhen had been in the chamber all along, just concealed by the Ancestor of the Su Family's Spell, making her form and aura undetectable to Zhou Chun.
After allowing Su Yuzhen to reveal herself, the Ancestor of the Su Family immediately changed his expression, looking at her with an affectionate gaze, "Yuzhen girl, do you have anything you want to say?"
In response to his inquiry, Su Yuzhen frowned slightly and said, "I am deeply grateful for Elder's profound kindness, but coercing him to agree with such pressure, I can't help but feel it's a bit excessive. This might even cause him to resent me more in the future!"
"Hehehe, you needn't worry about that."
"I have met numerous people in my life, and while I dare not claim to be completely accurate in judging people, I can at least see through them seven or eight out of ten times."
"That young man might seem stubborn, but in reality, he just has a strong sense of pride and seeks to save face."
"Today, I threatened him with death to strip away his façade, while also preserving his dignity. With his intelligence, he'll surely know to cooperate with your cultivation."
"Moreover, don't underestimate the influence of 'The Mysterious Art of the Plain Girl'. Once you've dual cultivated with him, and your mutual auras intertwine and merge, any aversion he has in his heart towards you will naturally dissipate over time."
"Given your beauty, temperament, and character, Yuzhen girl, long-term influence will naturally ensue, and he is sure not to remain indifferent to you!"
The Ancestor of the Su Family laughed confidently, revealing his well-thought-out plan.
Listening to his self-assured speech, Su Yuzhen didn't speak further.
Already aware of the disadvantages of 'The Mysterious Art of the Plain Girl', she didn't feel any aversion to the idea of becoming dual cultivation partners with a stranger.
Mainly because the Su Family's background was strong enough to ensure she would not be bullied.
And since she had received her family elders' care, it wouldn't be appropriate for her to argue with them.
Meanwhile, after leaving the cave dwelling of the Ancestor of the Su Family, Zhou Chun quickly departed from Su Family Mountain with Zhou Daoyi.
On the way, Zhou Chun didn't hold back anything and directly shared the contents of his conversation with the Ancestor of the Su Family with Zhou Daoyi.
After hearing his recount, Zhou Daoyi too felt a surge of alarm at the risks Zhou Chun had faced.
When he came to his senses, he repeatedly nodded and said, "This result is already very good, Zhengchun, there's no need for resentment. The rules of the Cultivation World are . If we don't have the power to change them, then we must strive to adapt!"
While these words seemed casually spoken, they were laden with the philosophical aspects of how Cultivators should conduct themselves in the Cultivation World.
In this cruel Cultivation World, almost any Cultivator who is weak will face bullying and coercion from higher-level Cultivators.
Facing such oppression, the weaker ones truly have no power to resist. The only choice they have is to minimize the losses they suffer.
For instance, when Yu Jinghua betrayed the Zhou Family and forcibly dismantled it, Zhou Mingde and others had no power to resist, and their only option was to save as many people and resources as they could for the Zhou Family.
Similarly, when the Green Lotus Temple sought to dismantle the Sanjue Sect, the sect had no power to retaliate.
Now, as the Ancestor of the Su Family forced Zhou Chun to dual cultivate with Su Yuzhen, Zhou Chun had no power to resist.
This powerlessness is a fate that any person or power could face at any time; once it happens, the only choice is to compromise.
It can even be said that only those who know how to compromise can go further and reach greater heights.