Chapter 13: Madam Ye, We Are Inseparable Allies

Su Qing wore a warm and friendly smile, exuding a strong sense of approachability.

He raised a hand, ready to introduce himself to this live-in son-in-law protagonist.

Gu Qingzhou found the other’s smile a little too dazzling.

The youthful, handsome aura—he was the kind of man every other man dreamed of becoming.

Without a doubt, if he walked down the street, he would definitely attract countless admiring gazes.

Realizing this, Gu Qingzhou hesitated, withdrawing his outstretched hand.

He pulled back as if reconsidering whether he should even extend it in the first place.

Compared to such a radiant youth, he felt nothing but overwhelming inferiority.

He was like a rat hiding in the shadows—what right did he have to approach the sunlight?

He was just a mere son-in-law. The other was merely showing him some polite kindness…

"Brother, why are you silent? Do you not wish to speak with me?"

"Don’t bother looking around—there’s no one else here."

Su Qing's face showed no hint of disdain or mockery. Instead, he grabbed Gu Qingzhou’s hand and gave it a firm shake.

Seeing the protagonist of this live-in son-in-law tale in such a miserable state, Su Qing barely held back his laughter.

Damn, he really had it rough!

"What are you saying, young master? You stepped in righteously—I should be grateful!"

Realizing that he was genuinely being spoken to, Gu Qingzhou quickly responded.

Hearing the respectful address, he felt deeply moved.

Since coming here, all he had received were cold glares.

For the first time, someone treated him this way—calling him 'brother' no less. How could he not be touched?

Only those who have been through hell know whether life is worth enduring.

"It was nothing. There's no need to be so formal. Actually, I really envy you for marrying such a good wife!"

"Brother, could you share some tips on dealing with women? I’ll be sure to put them into practice in the future!"

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Su Qing’s tone was filled with genuine admiration.

"This… I don’t really have any experience."

Gu Qingzhou let out a bitter smile at the words.

A good wife?

His so-called 'good wife' was… sigh, too complicated to explain!

He had so much to complain about but couldn’t say a word—it was like swallowing a bitter pill with no way to spit it out.

"You're being too modest, brother. Are you holding back on purpose? Feeling shy?"

Su Qing teased with a laugh.

"No, it’s just that I don’t know where to begin… I haven’t even asked for your name."

Gu Qingzhou awkwardly changed the subject.

Please stop talking about this—if this keeps up, I might actually cry!

If he really had experience, would he have been mocked by a mere servant just now?

"Oh, so the groom didn't notice me? I was one of the guests yesterday!"

Su Qing didn't mind the forgetfulness and simply reminded him.

As he spoke, he silently added in his heart:

Not only was I a guest—I was also the one who helped you into your wedding chamber, my good brother!

"Ah, I see. It was my oversight. Too many things happened yesterday. Please forgive me!"

Gu Qingzhou finally realized and hastily apologized.

For some reason, though, something felt off.

That warm and gentle smile on the youth’s face seemed to carry an odd hint of mischief.

Was it just his imagination?

After a brief exchange, the two young men quickly grew more familiar with each other.

Su Qing was intentionally befriending this live-in son-in-law protagonist.

Gu Qingzhou, one of the story's key figures, was on the classic live-in son-in-law arc.

As everyone knew, this archetype always started off at rock bottom, enduring constant oppression and humiliation.

It didn’t matter whether he was truly weak or secretly a hidden dragon—he would inevitably be repeatedly bullied and slapped down.

Meanwhile, other protagonists? They started their journeys by resurrecting a beauty’s influential grandfather!

So, those familiar with the genre knew—live-in son-in-law stories were far from a conventional power fantasy.

But… protagonists always had their moments of reversal.

Gu Qingzhou might be struggling now, but his fate was actually bound to greatness, with deep luck and an extraordinary background.

Upon obtaining the legendary "Nine Deaths Heavenly Silkworm Technique," he would finally start his rise.

Enduring hardships, delivering retribution, and stepping onto the path of invincibility.

What most interested Su Qing was precisely this legendary technique.

Each death, each rebirth, each nirvana—an ultimate life-saving skill that also allowed complete transformation.

Not to mention, in the game, there was even a well-known alternative cultivation route…

By removing the Yang aspect and cultivating only the Yin path, the practitioner would eventually… transform into a woman!

Of course, gender transformation wasn’t Su Qing’s main concern—he wasn’t befriending Gu Qingzhou just to see that happen.

The key was that this protagonist was harmless. Unlike others who held deep grudges and sought revenge, Gu Qingzhou wasn’t aiming to kill him.

He had a soft personality and, when facing hardships, tended to self-reflect rather than blame others.

If only he were a woman—he’d definitely be the kind of charming, unforgettable beauty that people just couldn’t dislike.

After a short conversation, Su Qing bid his farewell and left.

Gu Qingzhou watched Su Qing’s departing figure, momentarily lost in thought.

For some reason, he found this Su brother… strangely familiar!

Last night, hadn’t he seen a similar silhouette pushing open his wife’s door?

As soon as this thought surfaced, he immediately slapped himself across the face.

Su brother doesn’t look down on my status and treats me like a friend—how could I ever doubt such an upright man?

Having such thoughts was truly disgraceful! It was an insult to the hand he had extended in kindness!

Meanwhile…

"What are you doing here?!"

A cold voice, laced with wariness, as if ready to draw a sword at any moment.

A sharp and chilling tone, full of restrained anger—like a frozen blade about to strike.

But… if one ignored the few steps she had retreated, it might have been more convincing.

Ye Xueyi's emotions were in turmoil upon seeing the last person she wanted to encounter.

Her first thought—was this scoundrel here to cause more trouble?

"Madam, why so wary? Even a married couple shares a hundred days of grace!"

"Just last night, we were so intimately connected, yet today you keep me at arm’s length? How heartless!"

"Think carefully—we are one and the same, no outsiders here!"

Su Qing put on an innocent expression.

His voice sounded harmless, but his gaze was anything but restrained.

Today, the goddess wore an elegant palace gown that fit her form perfectly.

Though not as striking as yesterday’s crimson attire, it carried a different allure.

The light-colored fabric draped over her flawless figure, her breathtaking face tinged with cold vigilance.

She resembled a celestial being tainted by mortal corruption, facing an approaching demon with helpless resistance.

Notably, compared to yesterday, she now possessed a subtle but undeniable change.

An indescribable charm—making her even more captivating.

"Shut up, you shameless scoundrel! Who is ‘one and the same’ with you?!"

Hearing him bring up last night, Ye Xueyi instantly exploded.

She had desperately tried to erase that memory—only to have it brought up so soon!

This was outright public humiliation! Picking at the one thing she wanted to forget most!

Her carefully maintained composure shattered instantly.

Some things could be endured.

But certain triggers? Just one word, and she was ready to detonate!