My Sexy CEO Wife

Chapter 592 - 589: The Potential of a Heroic Overlord

Bai Daqing nodded slightly, "I'm relieved you think this way! Today, I'll make it clear to you, in my heart, you are more important than Gao Fei, and I will definitely favor you."

"Father-in-law..." Dongfang Jian had just begun to speak when Bai Daqing interrupted him.

Bai Daqing waved his hand and said, "Actually, I'm very easy to get along with. As long as you behave properly and treat my daughter sincerely, I will definitely not treat you unfairly." At this point, Bai Daqing paused, "As for Gao Fei... he did save my life, after all. I owe him a great favor, and unless it's necessary, I don't want to lay a hand on him. I hope you can understand."

From Bai Daqing's words, Dongfang Jian heard a crucial phrase "unless it's necessary," could it be understood that... as long as Gao Fei did something to enrage Bai Daqing, Bai Daqing would take action against Gao Fei? In an instant, Dongfang Jian had an idea.

"Let me tell you another thing," Bai Daqing said as he picked up a piece of braised pork with his chopsticks and chewed slowly, "I am now a prince, second only to one, above millions! As the saying goes, it's cold at the top, and who knows how many people are waiting to laugh at my misfortune. Therefore, I must be extra cautious in everything I do, and not allow for the slightest mistake." With that, Bai Daqing glanced at his daughter and son-in-law, "I hope you can also be self-disciplined in the future, stay low-key in your dealings, and not stir up trouble for me."

Dongfang Jian was the first to express his stance, "Rest assured, father-in-law, I am measured in my actions and will definitely not cause you any trouble."

Bai Mudan was not so easy-going, her pouty lips turned downward, and she said with dissatisfaction, "Now that my own father has become a prince, I'm even less free than before. Being cautious and looking back and forth, where's the fun in that? Rather than this, it would be better to go back to the way things were. Father, go and talk to the Emperor, resign as prince, and keep being the lord of the city."

"Nonsense," Bai Daqing's face darkened, "What do you know! Can a city lord compare with a prince? Do you know how long I've waited for this title of prince? Do you know how many people envy me? Do you know how much power a prince holds in his hands? You're really too thoughtless, just to be comfortable yourself, you want me to give up the title of prince, you're really... too reckless." Bai Daqing was furious.

Even Dongfang Jian spoke up to persuade her, "Mudan, it's fine to talk about such things here, but don't ever say them outside. If other people hear it, they will laugh at you. There's a great disparity between a city lord and a prince. It's an honor for father-in-law to become a prince. Besides, look at us, when we go out to handle affairs and meet people, we can hold our heads high, and others will treat us with respect. Whose face are they looking at? Isn't it father-in-law's? As long as father-in-law is healthy and powerful, we will be able to live a good life, a very good life!"

Bai Daqing glanced at Dongfang Jian and said to himself, I didn't expect this son-in-law to be so sensible! The longer he spent time with him, the more virtues Bai Daqing could see in Dongfang Jian: intelligence, humor, decisiveness in his actions, cruel and ruthless. Similarly, Dongfang Jian also had many faults: too driven by fame and fortune, and giving off a cunning aura that made it difficult to understand his true thoughts.

With deeper understanding, Bai Daqing made an evaluation: Dongfang Jian had the makings of a hero!

Heroes and great villains are different. The simplest distinction is... great villains can use any means to achieve success, even if it means going against their conscience, while heroes have principles and boundaries, preventing them from doing many things. In the end, it's the great villains who achieve the most.

In many people's eyes, the term great villain carries a negative connotation. Some even say that it represents evil, but such a statement is inaccurate. Anyone who can become a great villain has extraordinary talents. Is it wrong to pursue success? Is it wrong to aspire to be above others? Is it wrong to want to stand at the highest point and enjoy the view? No pie falls from the sky; if you want to have something, you must be prepared to give something in return. For every gain, there is a loss. The world adheres to the principle of yin-yang balance, and this principle applies to all areas. Whether it's government, business, bandits, or the common people, when living life and encountering various events, there's both gain and loss. In fact, the ancients had already summed it up: 'A setback may turn out to be a blessing in disguise.'

Actually, Bai Daqing himself was a great villain, to be exact, half a great villain. Why say Bai Daqing was half a great villain? Because he wasn't ruthless enough. He liked to leave room for maneuver in his actions and wasn't accustomed to being thorough in eliminating his enemies, which was a major weakness that could easily be exploited by opponents for a counterattack.

Bai Daqing was aware of his weakness and tried to correct it, but unfortunately, he failed.

A person's habits are formed from a young age, and it is very difficult to change them.

Dongfang Jian was ruthless enough, poisonous enough, and preferred to uproot his problems; he had the potential to be a great villain.

"All right," Bai Mudan pouted, muttering, "Just do whatever you say, isn't it enough that I'm listening?"

After having their fill of wine and food, Dongfang Jian and Bai Mudan rose to leave.

On their way back, Dongfang Jian remained silent.

"Dongfang Jian, are you angry?" Bai Mudan asked softly, "Actually, my father... he's also considering the family. I'm his only daughter, so the responsibility of carrying on the family line falls on me..."

"I'm not angry," Dongfang Jian shook his head, "Even if the child bears the surname Bai, my blood still flows in his veins. I am always his biological father."

"I'm so glad you think that way," Bai Mudan smiled, "Don't worry, I'll try to have more children. I can't promise anything else, but I can at least ensure that one of them will carry your surname."

"Let nature take its course, don't force yourself too much," Dongfang Jian took Bai Mudan's hand, "The night is nice, let's go out for a walk."

"Alright." Bai Mudan agreed readily.

…

On the border military camp.

Inside the room.

Gao Fei sat cross-legged on the bed with his eyes closed, hands resting flat on his knees, motionless. He had been in this position for several days now.

If one observed closely, they would notice that Gao Fei's breathing was remarkably regular and steady, with a faint glow on his face.

"Swoosh!"

A halo emerged from behind Gao Fei's head, dazzling and colorful, pleasing to the eye. The halo appeared and vanished quickly, disappearing in the blink of an eye, followed by Gao Fei opening his eyes, a flash of brilliance fleeting across his gaze.

"Soul Out of Aperture Tenth Level," Gao Fei smiled faintly, "Cultivating with Amethyst is indeed fast." Gao Fei made a comparison; cultivating by absorbing the Spiritual Energy of heaven and earth was like riding a bicycle—slow and exhausting. Using Spirit Stones was like driving a car—faster and less tiring, while cultivating with Amethyst was like riding a rocket—extremely fast and thrilling.

Those accustomed to cultivating with Amethyst would no longer want to use Spirit Stones, and this was the case with Gao Fei.

Once he had experienced the benefits of Amethyst, Spirit Stones seemed inferior.