Outside Tianxin Hall, a luxurious carriage stopped. Members of the Lin family stepped down, carrying gifts and radiating elegance.
Xiao Chen stood before the hall, his gaze cold, posture upright.
"Lin Shiyin of the Lin family comes to propose marriage," a servant announced respectfully.
Clan youths whispered in astonishment, amazed at Xiao Chen's poise: "That loser… actually looks so composed!"
Xiao Chen's eyes curved in a cold smile: "System, prepare to absorb hatred points."
[Detected hostility from Lin family members, Hatred points +15][Meridian breakthrough chance: 100%][Total Hatred: 110/100]
As hatred points exceeded the limit, a surge of power erupted in Xiao Chen. His third meridian was fully opened.
Xiao Chen smiled faintly: "Interesting… hatred truly makes me stronger."
Lin Shiyin stood elegantly, cheeks slightly flushed, eyes resolute: "Xiao Chen, I willingly agree to this marriage. I do not wish for outside interference."
Xiao Chen nodded slightly: "Good. Since you insist, I shall respect your choice.