Supreme Martial Arts: Unlock Boundless Power!

Chapter 71

"Crackling sounds..."

The deafening sound of firecrackers echoed through the estate, from the front entrance to the rear. Every person wore a joyful smile on their face. This year's Lunar New Year celebrations had been more tiring than previous years, but the money and wealth distributed from above had also doubled. If they could have such benefits every year, even if they had to work a little harder, everyone would gladly do so.

The reason for such good fortune was that the young master of the estate, Zhou Yitian, was getting married. The girl he was about to marry was not from a small family but rather from the Cheng family, one of the three prominent families in Taicang County that were on par with the Zhou family.

Although the Cheng family had suffered a significant loss of prestige and many casualties last year, the saying "a starving camel is still larger than a horse" held true. Even the Xu and Zhou families dared not underestimate the Cheng family in the slightest.

The main gate of the estate swung open, and a procession of people came out, banging gongs and drums. Zhou Yitian was dressed in a red robe. Although he had reached the seventh level of inner energy cultivation, his personal martial prowess seemed to have little effect today. Beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

It wasn't due to exhaustion or the weight of his clothes but rather because of nervousness and feeling somewhat at a loss. It was his first time being a groom, so it was only natural to feel this way.

Following behind Zhou Yitian were his brothers, Zhou Yihai, Zhou Yixuan, and Zhou Yi, all of whom had reached the sixth level or higher of inner energy cultivation. They looked at their eldest brother's appearance and couldn't help but find it amusing. From the depths of their hearts, they felt a mischievous sense of delight.

Seeing their blatantly mocking expressions, Zhou Quanyi couldn't help but recall his own experience in the past. He grimaced and let out an annoyed hum, saying, "You little rascals, next year, it'll be your turn to get married."

Zhou Yitian and the others immediately stopped laughing and became serious. Only Zhou Yi's face continued to twitch uncontrollably.

After the New Year, he had turned fifteen. If he were an ordinary rural boy, he would indeed have the possibility of getting married. But in the Zhou family, and especially as a highly expected heir, neither his grandfather Zhou Wude nor his father Zhou Quanming would allow him to marry.

A light cough came from behind the crowd, and everyone immediately straightened their backs, including Zhou Yitian, who respectfully said, "Grandfather."

Zhou Wude walked out from behind the others, his face wearing a peaceful smile. His gaze toward Zhou Yitian became even softer.

For an old man, being able to witness his grandson getting married and continuing the family line was naturally an overwhelming joy.

"Quanyi, when you go to the Cheng family later, keep an eye on them. Don't let them bring shame to the Zhou family."

"Yes, father." Zhou Quanyi replied solemnly. "Rest assured, we guarantee to bring back Yitian's bride for you."

According to the local customs, the wedding procession should be grand, but Zhou Yitian's grandfather and father couldn't personally attend. They could only rely on Zhou Quanyi, the third uncle, to lead the way. However, with Zhou Quanyi's reputation and strength, he was more than qualified for this role.

Zhou Wude nodded in satisfaction and suddenly waved his hand, saying, "Yihai, Yixuan. According to the county's rules, if the bride's family has a martial tradition, they will set up a martial stage. Only the brothers from the groom's side can participate. They must defeat the host of the martial stage from the bride's side to bring the bride back. Do you have confidence?"