Wu Hen wasn't completely clueless about his host's background.
He realized that although his second sister, Cai Lan, was not an illegitimate child, her status in the family wasn't high.
Most likely oppressed and scorned by their father, Master Cai Huang, in the past, now, according to what Cai Ni said, it seemed that Cai Lan had transformed from a sparrow to a phoenix, holding a high position in the entire Holy Sect.
Combining this with the fact that Master Cai Huang had been exiled to this godforsaken place, Wu Hen suddenly understood.
That's why Master Cai Huang, this Old Deng, had suddenly become so tolerant towards him, even giving him such a lucrative job. It turned out he was counting on him to cling to his newly successful second sister, Cai Lan!
As the saying goes, when one man attains Dao, his pets ascend to heaven, Cai Lan probably felt no affection for her father and other siblings, only harboring some fondness for her brother who was also scorned.
It turned out that Master Cai Huang and his younger sister, Cai Ni, were BOTH relying on him. They were counting on him to bring them to second sister Cai Lan!
"Ah, Cai Ting, oh Cai Ting, how could you be so lost? If you just hung on a little longer, your day of emergence was at hand!"
Wu Hen also began to sigh, feeling that his host was not fated for good fortune.
He just didn't know what kind of strength Cai Lan had, that she could make their father, who treated Cai Ting like a dog, do a complete one-eighty.
"The second sister likes those who are self-reliant and intelligent. Now, as the daughter of the Holy State, she also needs some trustworthy talented people. I think you are very suitable now, brother. When she sees you are about to break through to the Saint Child Realm, she will definitely be very happy and will support you with all her might to make the breakthrough," Cai Ni continued.
"Understood, understood. I will definitely work even harder, not to let down Master's expectations of me, nor will I disappoint my second sister," Wu Hen nodded, saying all the right things.
"Then I won't disturb my brother's cultivation. If you need anything, you can also tell father. He will fulfill your needs as much as possible," said Cai Ni.
"Master has already given plenty. I will now focus on consolidating my Cultivation and solidifying my foundation. Sister Cai Ni, you should come over more often too, to teach me some powerful Holy Decisions."
"Of course, brother!" Cai Ni also smiled.
With her recent frequent visits, she finally mended the relationship between her father and brother. When the time comes to join their second sister, she will surely receive more care, and maybe she could step into the Saint Child Realm herself, seeking revenge against those mentor sisters who bullied and mocked her!
Cai Ni left the courtyard with brisk steps, her mood clearly very good.
River Girl Qiaqia watched Cai Ni leave, waiting for her to go far before approaching Wu Hen.
"This brat, she finally didn't show that disgusting look of disdain. It seems she has completely changed her view of the young master," Qiaqia said.
Qiaqia's eyes could read a person's true emotions. Every time Cai Ni feigned the role of a younger sister to please Wu Hen, Qiaqia could tell she was actually unwilling in her heart.
Knowing that Wu Hen had beaten Jiao Liecheng and Liang Shou, and seeing Wu Hen fight fiercely for a mere maid, she figured as a sister, she would definitely gain protection in the future.
"Girls of this age mostly admire strength. Speaking of which, weren't you and Yang Qin the same? When I first met you, you also despised me. But what can you do? It's because I'm extraordinarily talented and smarter than most. Even if I keep a low profile, my brilliance still stands out. It's at this point that I must remind you, one should not judge by appearances alone. You need to dig deeper and savor the subtleties," Wu Hen feigned profundity.
Qiaqia rolled her eyes, not wanting to continue on this topic with Wu Hen, but instead reminded him, "If I remember correctly, Cai Ting and Cai Lan's mothers are sisters. Compared to other siblings, they share an additional layer of blood relations, and it seems they were quite close, but both were marginalized figures in the family."
"Master Cai Huang is really an old beast, not even sparing his wife's sister," Wu Hen complained as well.
"Within your family, Master Cai Huang himself was also the youngest offspring, born from the second generation, possessing a powerful background and resources but ending up ," River Girl Qiaqia said.
"With such an old bastard at the head of the family, it's hard not to decline."
"Indeed, Master Cai Huang was a notorious playboy, neglecting his duties, and even with poor judgment. Now that you and Cai Lan have risen, he probably realizes how messed up his past self was," River Girl Qiaqia continued.
"It doesn't matter, it's a plastic family. They use me to approach my second sister, and I need them to make connections. If I really can win second sister Cai Lan over, I will get the promotion's Spirit Key. Only with the Saint Child bloodline will I have the capital to contend with the true Hua Chen powerhouses," Wu Hen said.
While they talked, a man and a woman came through the corridor and crossed the flower court.
"Brother Wu Hen, nice to see you in good health!" Chang Huan from the Hao Clan's Ark greeted him with a smile.
Seeing Chang Huan, Wu Hen hurriedly had people bring out fine wines and delicacies to entertain him.
Chang Huan was smart. After gaining Wu Hen's protection in his capacity as a member of the Holy Sect, the Hao Clan's Ark quickly allied with the Nuwa Divine Realm Lineage. Whether vying for resources in Red Port or exploring mines, they always safeguarded the people from the Nuwa Lineage, significantly reducing the casualties among the human elites in recent months.
Next to Chang Huan was the Female Officer, holding a case in her hands, which likely contained something precious.
"Is there something you need my help with, brother?" Wu Hen went straight to the point.
Chang Huan shook his head, took the small case from the Female Officer, passed it to Wu Hen, and said, "We heard you needed some rare Spirit Gold, and we happen to have a piece, so we are giving it to you, brother. Our visit today is merely to bid you farewell."
"Farewell?" Wu Hen was surprised, immediately focusing on Chang Huan and asked, "Have you found a way to leave Red Port?"
"It's not so much that we found a method, but that we have already collected enough energy. With the space technology of our ark, we should be able to leave Red Port," Chang Huan said.
"Oh, oh, congratulations to you all. I didn't expect the Hao Clan's Ark to be the first to leave Red Port. In that case, I can only wish you a smooth journey ahead!" Wu Hen said.
"Take this gift, it's White Spirit Gold forged by our Hao Clan's Ark using refining technology. I hope it will be of help to you," Chang Huan said.
"Brother, you're too kind, coming to give me a gift before your departure. I'm not sure what to give you in return…"
"I'll take a jar of Longevity Wine, haha. Although it's said that drinking it doesn't greatly boost our abilities, it does indeed have the effect of extending one's life. The elders in our clan quite like it," Chang Huan said.
There was no shortage of Longevity Wine at Wu Hen's place, and he generously gave Chang Huan three jars.
With that, they said their goodbyes. Wu Hen couldn't help but feel regret. It was rare to encounter such a principled and kind-hearted group like the Hao Clan's Ark in this otherworldly, survival-of-the-fittest environment. He had thought they could maintain an ally relationship, providing mutual protection and growing together, but they ended up leaving first.
"I hope we can meet again on the road ahead."
"May you reach the other shore that lies within your hearts."
After bestowing his blessings, they shook hands and parted ways.
In the vast expanses of the otherworldly realm, much like the infinite universe, unless he and Chang Huan both became Hua Chen, becoming bright stars in the night sky, it seemed unlikely that their paths would cross again in the future.
After seeing off Chang Huan, Wu Hen pondered whether, in reality, most life civilizations found it difficult to truly settle down. From their heydays to their demises, didn't they always resemble ships on a long voyage, traversing the vast Ocean, occasionally stopping at an island or a port, but ultimately wandering in the surging seas?
"I don't quite understand. Red Port is actually quite safe; at least the sinister otherworldly forces won't penetrate into our homeland. If we can establish a good relationship with the local rulers, setting down roots and multiplying here wouldn't be a bad thing, right?" Yang Qin said.
But Wu Hen shook his head.
He never felt that Red Port was a good place.
Especially after his brief encounter with Wind Marquis, Wu Hen felt an increasing sense of unease.
Better to leave sooner if possible. The Nuwa Divine Realm here also couldn't absorb any spiritual charm. Besides, they were ultimately at the mercy of others, never knowing when they might offend the local Marquis and face destruction.
"Eh, what's happened to your hand?" At that moment, River Girl Qiaqia pointed at the palm of Wu Hen's hand with a puzzled look.
Wu Hen looked down and saw that his right palm had turned a dark purplish color without his knowing.
"Your brow is also a bit darkened!" Yang Qin immediately pointed to Wu Hen's forehead.
Wu Hen took a mirror and looked at his own forehead, only to discover a purplish Death Omen, like an eye on his brow, faintly imprinted there, resembling someone destined for a blood disaster.
Had Little Yi already evolved the Death Omen Law?
But what did the darkening of the brow and the purplish hand signify?
Wu Hen tried to ask Little Yi, but Little Yi was fast asleep, providing no feedback.
"You should stay in more for now. This isn't a good sign," River Girl Qiaqia immediately said.
"Is there a saying for this?"
"I've heard that people who are about to die show certain signs, like your purple palm and darkened brow. According to our River God sayings, you might drown in the near future," River Girl Qiaqia said.
"Is it that mysterious?"
"It's not mysterious. It's that fate leaves traces, but our realms are too low to understand the mysteries. So, we can only guess by these superficial signs," River Girl Qiaqia earnestly said.
"Then I'll keep a low profile for a while. It might be that Wind Marquis really has set his sights on me and wants to hunt me down." Wu Hen nodded and prepared to keep a low profile and focus on his growth.
He didn't plan on being active anyway.
Speaking of which, these "Death Omens" that had appeared on his body, could they be the embryonic form of the law evolved by Little Yi?
To be able to see one's own fortune and misfortune?
If he truly evolved this ability, that would be marvelous!!