Chapter 146 – Violent Useless vs. Delicate Cat (26) END
Just as Yan Yang was about to attack, Mu Jin patted his arm to stop him. Although he knew that Yan Zhengqing was his biological father, he was aware that in the future, he would need to build his reputation and gather luck, so it was important to keep his image intact. Mu Jin signaled that he would handle it, and Yan Yang, knowing Yan Zhengqing couldn’t pose a threat to Mu Jin, stepped aside.
Yan Zhengqing, however, thought Mu Jin was being overconfident, attacking once more. But he quickly realized that his attacks had no effect on the boy’s seemingly impenetrable defense. Any attacks he launched were automatically deflected.
Yan Zhengqing was alarmed by Mu Jin’s composure but couldn’t stop himself from responding harshly. “Aren’t you worried that if Yan Yang separates from the Yan family, people will ridicule him for ignoring his father’s bond?”
To his surprise, Mu Jin burst into laughter at his words. After a while, he looked at Yan Zhengqing as if he were a fool and said, “Mr. Yan, you’ve never cared about Yan Yang his whole life. Now that he’s powerful, you’re suddenly talking about family bonds. Isn’t that laughable?”
“I can tell you, whether Yan Yang leaves the Yan family or not is his decision, not yours. Yan Yang is now part of the Mu family, and with our backing, let’s see who would dare say otherwise.”
Yan Zhengqing was shocked when he heard that Mu Jin was part of the Mu family. Before he could respond, several people walked over, all wearing the Mu family’s dark green insignia. They greeted Mu Jin with a respectful “Family Head.”
“You’re the Mu Family Head!” Yan Zhengqing was stunned, unable to believe that this boy was actually the leader of the powerful Mu family.
Mu Jin ignored Yan Zhengqing’s disbelief, turning to hold Yan Yang’s arm and intertwining their fingers. He then announced to the crowd, “It’s been a while since I’ve shown myself. I am Mu Jin, the head of the Mu family. I’m here to inform you that in ten days, I will marry Yan Yang. I hope you’ll all join us to celebrate.”
He then turned to Yan Xiao, who was standing nearby in shock, and smiled, “Yan Xiao, you’re quite talented. If you’re interested, you’re welcome at the Mu family anytime.”
After that, Mu Jin and Yan Yang left, leaving the crowd in shock.
Once they knew Mu Jin’s identity, no one dared to stop them. Even Yan Zhengqing’s mind raced with regret, realizing he’d made a significant miscalculation.
Who would’ve thought that Yan Yang had connections with the Mu Family Head, and from the looks of it, Mu Jin valued him greatly? If they were truly going to get married, it would be a great advantage for the Yan family.
Yan Zhengqing’s initial reaction was delight, believing he could still reconcile with Yan Yang. After all, they were father and son, and there must be a way to mend the relationship.
He suspected that Yan Yang’s rapid soul power increase was thanks to Mu Jin. The Mu family might hold secrets that could be exploited. If he could gain this knowledge, he could elevate his own soul power and reach the peak of the continent. He began plotting how to win back Yan Yang’s favor.
Mu Jin sensed his lover’s melancholy, so after they returned home, he immediately sought to comfort him.
However, once they closed the door, Yan Yang hugged him tightly and whispered in a despondent tone, “Mu Jin, from now on, I only have you.”
Mu Jin stroked his lover’s cheek, stood on tiptoe, and kissed his forehead, gently replying, “You should say that no matter what, I’ll always be by your side.”
Yan Yang felt a warmth in his heart after hearing Mu Jin’s words, gently kissing his lover’s lips. He realized there was nothing to hold him back anymore. That man never showed him fatherly love, and leaving the Yan family was the best choice for him.
But soon, he couldn’t think about anything else. His little cat had unbuttoned his shirt, his bright cat eyes gleaming as he whispered in his ear, “Husband, if you’re feeling down, how about we do something fun to cheer you up?”
Seeing his lover looking like that, knowing he was worried about him, made Yan Yang’s heart warm.
Last time, although he had tired Mu Jin out, it was just a taste for him. Being with his little cat made him crave more.
Hugging Mu Jin tightly, Yan Yang indulged in tasting his lover’s sweetness. With such a lovely partner, how could he resist? His heart filled with gratitude, knowing his lover was always so caring and considerate.
Mu Jin’s initiative and enthusiasm quickly ignited Yan Yang’s passion. It wasn’t long before he was completely absorbed, thoroughly enjoying his lover’s tender comfort.
To console the heartbroken young man, Mu Jin spared no effort. They took a leave of absence from school, and when they finally finished, three days had passed.
This kind of intensity was rare. Yan Yang’s boundless energy was impressive; the two were intertwined almost constantly, except for necessary meals and sleep.
Mu Jin had other reasons for indulging Yan Yang. After his lover’s soul power breakthrough to the tenth level, Mu Jin, also at the tenth level, could easily handle three days with him.
He took this opportunity to help his lover not only work through his emotional turmoil but also manage the physical effects of his recent breakthrough, guiding him through the changes while they were intimate. It was similar to the double cultivation in the cultivation world, though with less dramatic benefits.
However, the three days were exhausting for Mu Jin. As he watched his little cat sleep soundly in his arms, Yan Yang’s eyes grew tender. He kissed Mu Jin’s nose tip before putting on some clothes and leaving the room to prepare some easy-to-digest food.
After Mu Jin announced his relationship with Yan Yang, the people at the Mu family quickly accepted him, treating Yan Yang as if he were another master of the house, following his every command.
Yan Yang felt at ease in the Mu family, having endured a rough time in the Yan family. Being with Mu Jin was a source of constant happiness, like living a fairy-tale life.
Two weeks passed quickly. Mu Jin felt Yan Yang had adjusted well and suggested he return to school. However, since his identity was now known among the various families, Mu Jin decided not to return, knowing his presence would draw attention.
Yan Yang, reluctant to be apart from Mu Jin, refused to return to school, insisting on self-study. Mu Jin knew his lover’s capabilities and agreed, providing the necessary books. Yan Yang’s rapid progress and top test scores surprised everyone.
Qi Xi’s defeat at the competition had left him unable to use soul power, turning him into an ordinary person. But being well-pampered in his family, no one dared provoke him. Though the Qi family could support him for life, he had no chance of inheriting the family business without soul power.
Yan Zhengqing came to see Yan Yang several times, but Mu Jin left it to him to handle. The Mu family treated Yan Yang with the utmost respect, knowing he was a tenth-level Soul King.
Yan Yang refused to meet Yan Zhengqing. Given his father’s past treatment, including beatings and scoldings, and the rumors that his mother died from grief due to giving birth to him, Yan Yang saw no reason to let his father exploit him to get close to Mu Jin.
Yan Zhengqing, realizing that Yan Yang truly had no father-son bond, had no choice but to give up. He vented his frustration on his wife, often lashing out, leading her to flee back to her family. When Yan Lexin learned of this, she lost all desire to return to the Yan family.
Mu Jin knew Yan Xiao had always wanted to leave the Yan family but hesitated, fearing the stigma of leaving an adoptive family. Given his care for Yan Yang over the years, Mu Jin offered him a way out. Yan Xiao applied to a prestigious foreign university to study soul power, convincing Yan Zhengqing with the prospect of advanced soul power research.
Yan Zhengqing, despite his reservations, eventually allowed Yan Xiao to leave, lured by the possibility of new soul power advancements. It was a ruse concocted by Mu Jin. With the Mu family’s support, Yan Xiao could safely escape Yan Zhengqing’s control.
Once he had grown strong enough, he could return if he wished, and Mu Jin wouldn’t interfere, respecting others’ life choices.
Yan Zhengqing never imagined that his control over the Yan family would end in a fractured household. His attempts to manipulate his son for personal gain ultimately led to his family’s disintegration.
The Yan family slowly declined over time. Although Yan Xiao eventually returned, he was no longer the pawn that could be controlled. When Yan Xiao took over the Yan family, it once again rose to prominence.
No matter what Yan Zhengqing wanted, he could only follow Yan Xiao’s arrangements, living out his old age in the family estate, unable to wield any power. The latter part of his life was spent in loneliness, and sometimes when he looked back on his life, he couldn’t even understand what all the struggles of his earlier years had been for.
Mu Jin and his lover ones continued to live a blissful life. Later on, because of Yan Yang’s outstanding academic achievements, he finished all his university courses within a year and joined the Mu family business to help Mu Jin.
Word spread about Yan Yang becoming a Soul King, and Mu Jin deliberately downplayed his own achievements, allowing his lover to bask in the glory. The Mu family business thrived under Yan Yang’s leadership, and the surrounding fortune naturally flowed toward them.
Over time, Yan Yang and Yan Xiao established a partnership. The two brothers, close and inseparable, stood at the pinnacle of their world.
However, Mu Jin noticed that this life was different, perhaps because of his presence as a “butterfly.” Yan Xiao did not pursue a path of many romantic entanglements. During his years abroad, he met someone he truly cared for, and they soon married and had children.
Yan Xiao’s steadfast loyalty didn’t surprise Mu Jin. After all, the lack of certain opportunities due to his presence in this world altered the trajectory of events. Perhaps the protagonist simply wanted a simple and genuine romantic relationship.
Yan Lexin, who had a crush on her elder brother in her youth, later fell in love with an ordinary person and lived a sweet and fulfilling life. The bond among the three siblings remained strong.
Because both Mu Jin and Yan Yang reached the tenth level in soul power, they remained in this world for several hundred years. Even at the end, Yan Yang still looked youthful.
Mu Jin watched as his lover lay in his arms, gently describing the scenario in which they might meet in their next life. Yan Yang smiled and took his last breath.
How did he still pass before Xiao Jin?! Kidney deficiency???