The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife

The ones at the top, Chen Yuxin had once said this too. In a large family such as the Chen family, the struggles under a complex background are even more brutal. It was not easy for Chen Yuxin to get to this point, and cultivating was inevitable.

"I personally nurtured Xinxin, which caused dissatisfaction among many in the family." Speaking of this, Chen Yaogzu let out a long sigh, his face showing helplessness, sadness, and sorrow. Having been the Family Head of the Chen family, he naturally knew what had to be sacrificed to become a leader; it even involved turning against one's own siblings. The competition for the position of Family Head was like walking on a narrow bridge. To survive, one had to pull down the people ahead and rise to the forefront.

The emperor's house is the most heartless.

"Xinxin is a direct descendant of the family, but because she is a daughter, she was treated coldly and even the collateral family members didn't take her seriously." Chen Yaogzu's tone carried a bit of indignation, but then he smiled, "Fortunately, Xinxin is aspirational."

"Cough, Mr. Chen, I accidentally triggered the Array, but why was I saved by you?" Ye Shikai curiously asked.

"That Array is my masterpiece; whenever there's energy fluctuation, I can sense it. As for you, it was Xinxin who brought you to me," Chen Yaogzu said lightly, sitting on a bamboo chair and making tea.

"Fortunately, your Inner Strength is profound; otherwise, it wouldn't have been just a faint." Chen Yaogzu pushed a cup of fragrant tea towards Ye Shikai, "Drink some, it's good for your health."

"Thank you, senior." Ye Shikai took a small sip of tea and immediately felt a surge of Inner Strength spread through his meridians; it was indeed top-notch.

"The Array is indeed powerful; I'm still feeling sore and in pain," Ye Shikai said with a smile.

"But... as Xinxin rapidly cultivated, accidents also occurred," Chen Yaogzu's expression changed, and he sighed.

"What happened to Xinxin?" Upon hearing this, Ye Shikai's heart suddenly lurched, and he looked anxious.

"You really care about her," Chen Yaogzu observed, without answering the question but instead showing a slight smile.

"Well, she's kind of my ex-girlfriend, and we are still friends," Ye Shikai sighed, he initially worried that Chen Yaogzu would be furious with him for not accepting Chen Yuxin and might just kill him using the Big Formation. But then he thought, who is Chen Yaogzu? He was once the Family Head of the Chen family, an old demon who had lived over a hundred years, a real crafty one; how could he be deceived? Better to just tell the truth.

"Xinxin mentioned your situation to me as well," Chen Yaogzu said lightly, then his expression suddenly changed, "I heard you're getting married and planning to dump her."

A powerful aura burst out instantly, and Ye Shikai felt a pressure on his chest as though someone was choking him. Inner Strength was aggressively released, Chen Yaogzu's Inner Strength was indeed unfathomable, especially now that Ye Shikai was injured and couldn't exert his full strength.

Ye Shikai clenched his teeth, stiffening his back, circulating the Inner God Scripture, releasing a strong Inner Strength from his Dantian, actually managing to suppress Chen Yaogzu's imposing aura, although it was strenuous, Ye Shikai kept persisting, with a slight movement stirring in his mind...

"Well done, truly a manly demeanor," Chen Yaogzu suddenly withdrew his Inner Strength, face showing a relieved smile, Ye Shikai also felt relieved, his breathing significantly more rapid.

"Thank you for the guidance, senior," Ye Shikai bowed deeply, speaking respectfully.

"In the face of danger, remain calm; be humble but not weak."

"Mr. Chen, please tell me what exactly happened to Xinxin," Ye Shikai asked eagerly.

"Alright, I'll tell you." Chen Yaogzu waved his hand, signaling Ye Shikai to sit down for a chat. "With her exceptional talent and under my guidance, Xinxin's cultivation progressed rapidly, even surpassing my expectations. She was improving every day, but…"

"With my guidance, Xinxin indeed avoided many detours, but one day, she still encountered a bottleneck." Chen Yaogzu's tone became noticeably dejected, clearly shaken by the incident. "Cultivators strive for harmony between mind and spirit, yet Xinxin's Heart Demon led her astray."

"Led her astray." Ye Shikai stood up in shock. "Is she alright?"

"Of course, there are consequences." Chen Yaogzu slowly shook his head, for a cultivator, deviating could result in injury or even death at its worst—how could it be alright.

"I did everything within my power, using all means to minimize the harm to Xinxin, but there were still problems."

"Mr. Chen, what happened exactly? Please tell me," Ye Shikai urged anxiously, his tone perhaps slightly offensive to Chen Yaogzu.

"The aftermath of deviating includes her emotions easily becoming unstable, which is also related to her Heart Demon." Chen Yaogzu spoke calmly. "Every cultivator possesses a Heart Demon. The smaller its influence, the smoother the cultivation; vice versa."

"As for Xinxin's Heart Demon, I was unaware of it previously," Chen Yaogzu glanced at Ye Shikai. "But now, I think I might have a guess."

The origin of Chen Yuxin's Heart Demon was Ye Shikai himself. It could even be said that the fact she has endured until now is solely driven by Ye Shikai.

"Mr. Chen, I have discussed this with her, but she…" Ye Shikai started but couldn't continue. He really couldn't commit to Chen Yuxin now, as it would hurt Su Qingyu. He always wanted to clarify things with Chen Yuxin, but now it seems they simply cannot discuss it, as their fundamental values repel and conflict with each other.

"I've said before, I no longer interfere in worldly affairs, so I will not meddle in you and Xinxin's matters. However, I must tell you one thing," Chen Yaogzu stated calmly, "Handle it properly, or the consequences will be unpredictable."

"I am enlightened."

"Mr. Chen, may I leave now?" Ye Shikai glanced at the waterfall outside, feeling anxious, not even knowing if this place was still in Yanjing.

"This is Jiangnan, a thousand miles away from Yanjing. But you must have a way to leave." Chen Yaogzu smiled faintly, waved his hand, and a vial flew into Ye Shikai's hand through the air. "Remember to take this medicine and head back soon. I'm going off to live in seclusion."

Four hours later, Ye Shikai finally left the mountain. If he wasn't mistaken, the trees on the mountain were arranged according to the Qimen Bagua Skill. Since Chen Yaogzu was now living in seclusion, his dwelling must be quite hidden, otherwise how could he maintain his status as a Hermit.

Ye Shikai took many detours in the forest; by the time he walked out, it was already dark.