Chapter 1786: Chapter 1786

Even if you had wisdom beyond compare, you could never have anticipated the breathtakingly beautiful woman before you would suddenly make such a move.

Half of a jade pendant!

Childhood betrothal, token of engagement!

"Old Wang, this gift, as an adoptive son, truly makes me feel undeserving!" You shout repeatedly in your heart, while also singing praises for Old Wang.

You stand up with a "whoosh," appearing somewhat flustered, rushing forward to help Zhao Yu. As the two of you touch hands, both you and Zhao Yu feel a tingling sensation all over, causing you to quickly step back several times, scratching your head, face flushed bright red. Zhao Yu also lowers her face, blushing, indescribably beautiful.

"Hmph!" At this moment, an extremely discordant cold snort rings out in the room.

Turning your head to see an unhappy shota staring at you, he says in a very formal tone, "You don’t deserve my elder sister!"

You aren’t angry, if you put yourself in his shoes, with Zhao Yu being his elder sister, he wouldn’t easily allow his sister to marry someone completely unfamiliar, a stranger known only by a token.

Looking at the handsome young shota before you, your lips curve slightly, and you ask with a smile, "Then tell me, how can I become worthy of your elder sister?"

"The person who marries my elder sister must at least be a hero of the world! Dedicate themselves to upholding righteousness, saving the people from destruction. Only someone like that can be my sister’s husband!" As the shota spoke, you almost mistook him for a chivalrous man upholding justice, instead of a fourteen-year-old licking candy and eagerly following his parents.

You furrow your brow, instinctively asking, "Little ghost, what’s your name?"

"A great man doesn’t change names sitting or standing, Zhao Yun!"

Raising an eyebrow, you nod with a smile and say, "Whether I am qualified or not isn’t for a boastful braggart to decide."

Zhao Yun doesn’t refute, only looks at you with a mocking expression.

"Little scoundrel, not bad, you even know how to provoke me. Unfortunately, you’re still too inexperienced." Not only do you not resent Zhao Yun’s actions, but you also find favor with this future great general.

Such a young child with this kind of intellect, his future prospects are limitless, and you’re happy he’s your brother-in-law!

You never care much for conventional etiquette or customs, without hesitation, you take Zhao Yu’s hand, leading the slightly stunned Zhao Yu out of the house.

"Where are you taking my elder sister?" Zhao Yun hurriedly followed, finding the tall man before him utterly unreliable. To him, his sister’s husband should be steady, mature, someone who can command the world, not a seemingly slovenly, reckless brute.

Leading Zhao Yu out of the house, you stand in the courtyard. As Zhao Yu and Zhao Yun wonder what you’re doing, you suddenly shout loudly at the sky, "I’m Li Muyun, everyone come to my house now!"

Your influence in Wang Village is second to none, even the County Magistrate doesn’t have your level of prestige. Soon, villagers gather around, though not many, they form a dense crowd. Wang Village is a large village nearby, with over seven hundred households, and it’s said a high-ranking official from Wang Village currently holds an important position in the court.

When Zhao Yu hears your surname is Li, not Wang, a hint of surprise flashes in her lively eyes, but her expression soon returns to calm.

"Old Shu, why did you call everyone here?"

"Old Shu, is she your sister-in-law? She’s really beautiful."

"Old Shu, you’re quite lucky."

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People smile at you, only a few young girls show deep disappointment on their faces, each wishing they could replace Zhao Yu beside you, but when compared to Zhao Yu, they all feel ashamed.

Zhao Yun and Zhao Yu are slightly surprised to find that everyone here, young and old alike, addresses you as Old Shu. They soon understand, this must be a term of respect. Clearly, your authority in this village is considerable.

"I called everyone here to announce a joyous occasion of mine."

Your voice is exceptionally excited. To you, Zhao Yu, who stirs your heart so exquisitely, is someone you won’t let go of. To prevent unexpected delays, you must secure Zhao Yu as quickly as possible!

Never will you relinquish any woman who evokes such an emotional response akin to Zhao’er!

Turning to look at Zhao Yu, she looks at you too, her face showing only a touch of shyness, her eyes clear and calm, without the least emotional ripple from your actions. You’re briefly startled, then swiftly come to terms with it, as after all, you’ve just met. The reason you’re discussing marriage is because of Wang Xi’s half jade pendant.

Considering all aspects, you decide to settle the matter on the spot, turning to loudly announce to everyone, "This lady beside me is your wife! Tomorrow we will wed right here!"

Zhao Yun starts to speak, but Zhao Yu covers his mouth with her slender hand, shaking her head slightly.

"Our hero is getting married!"

"Old Shu, rest assured, we’ll handle everything and make your wedding splendid and grand!" A middle-aged man in fine clothes steps forward, the acting village chief, Wang Lin.

You bow to Wang Lin, saying, "Thank you, village chief."

As the crowd disperses, you turn and look at Zhao Yu and Zhao Yun. Still smiling, you see Zhao Yun’s eyes seemingly aflame with anger, and joke, "Do you wish to stab me now?"

"Of course, you shameless scoundrel!" Zhao Yun is furious at your actions and disdainful, "I’m telling you, even if you do this, you’ll never win my elder sister’s heart."

When you look at Zhao Yu, she only smiles gently and doesn’t say much. You return the smile and say to Zhao Yun, "Zhao Yun, you don’t understand. But since your anger can’t be soothed, vent it on me. Come on!"

You step back a few paces, beckoning to Zhao Yun.

"Let’s agree, if I defeat you, you’ll retract what you just said!"

Zhao Yu wants to stop Zhao Yun, but you shake your head at Zhao Yu, smiling, "This is a matter between men."

"Do you dare accept?"

Zhao Yun is aggressive, his mind already far surpassing his physical age.

"There’s nothing in this world I wouldn’t dare do." You smile easily, having crossed swords with Lü Bu before, surely you don’t fear an untested Zhao Yun?

"Then take the challenge!" Zhao Yun disappears from your sight, turning into a blur as he charges at your face!

"Watch out!" Zhao Yu quickly warns from the side.