Chapter 102: Return… What of Matters of the Heart?

"Big Brother Mu is back!"

The speakers were the sisters Mu Siyu and Mu Siqing. Both were exceptionally beautiful, and after spending some time recuperating on Earth, their complexions had become radiant. Whether it was the elder or younger sister’s idea, they were wearing matching outfits: form-fitting gowns with pink hems. As they walked, they looked like a drifting cloud of color. Anyone who saw them would exclaim what a pair of stunning sisters they were.

After their wedding night, Mu Tou explained his origins to Ya Xinyi. She didn't fully grasp the details, but her heart was simple, and she didn't probe further, merely saying, "Wherever you go, I will follow!"

Following this, Mu Tou informed Xiaoyaozi and the sect leader of Zhengyi, using the excuse of a honeymoon trip to bring Ya Xinyi back to Earth. Since he had signed a symbiotic contract with Xinyi, she had to accompany him wherever he traveled across planes.

Coincidentally, there was no one else in the villa at that moment except for the Mu sisters, who were apparently discussing something in the living room. Seeing Mu Tou emerge from his room after being gone for over a month, they were about to excitedly rush forward to hug him, but their expressions changed slightly when they saw a woman following him. Although she wore a thin veil, her movements were graceful and her posture elegant, and the skin visible on her arms was as tender as a lotus root. It was clear she was a peerless beauty. Though the Mu sisters were beauties themselves, they felt they lacked the pure, refined aura that Xinyi possessed.

"Big Brother Mu, who is she?" Mu Siqing asked. Lacking her sister's calm and sagacious nature, she asked the question immediately.

Mu Tou was instantly embarrassed. Back in the cultivation world, he had developed feelings for Ya Xinyi, and later, by a stroke of luck, he obtained her immortal root essence. Eventually, due to the symbiotic contract, they became cultivation partners, and he felt immensely happy. He hadn't forgotten about the Mu sisters or Qiao'er, but somehow, whenever he was with Xinyi, he was so joyful that he had completely forgotten these matters.

"She... is my wife!" With things as they were, Mu Tou decided to tell the truth, though he felt a sudden pang of anxiety. How was he to explain this to Ya Xinyi? The two sisters and Qiao'er were different; they had followed him initially just to survive, and if they wanted to leave now, he wouldn't stop them. But if Xinyi were to be angry at him for deceiving her, it would be hard to explain.

"She... is your wife?" Hearing this, Mu Siqing looked as if she had been struck hard, swaying as if she might faint. Her face turned pale, and tears welled up in her eyes, though she fought hard to keep them from falling.

The elder sister, Mu Siyu, remained composed. "So, it is Sister-in-law. Big Brother Mu didn't tell us. Did you bring her here to visit?" She stepped forward, affectionately taking Xinyi’s hand. "There are so many fun things to do here; I’ll show you around these next few days!"

Ya Xinyi nodded and said, "Thank you!"

Mu Tou felt incredibly awkward. He had been intimate with two of the three women, and he was well aware of the feelings the third held for him. If these were ordinary women on Earth, they would likely be brawling or pointing fingers at him in anger.

"By the way, I’ve been gone for so long—how are the park and the villa coming along?" Mu Tou asked, eager to change the subject. Having been away for so long, this was indeed a matter of genuine concern.

Hearing this, Mu Siyu quickly replied, "Oh, right, Big Brother Mu, I forgot to tell you. The villa was completed the day before yesterday. With the help of those high-tech engineering machines, the underground base is also nearly finished. Only Daoist Master Xiuyuan's temple is still under construction due to issues with the materials."

Mu Tou was surprised. "What? How so fast? The base is one thing, but how could the villa be built so quickly?"

Mu Siyu explained, "The villa wasn't built from scratch. Uncle Li went abroad to purchase a modular villa. They just brought the components over, laid the foundation, and assembled the house. I checked the materials; they’re even sturdier than regular concrete."

Mu Tou nodded. "Oh! I think I've heard of this. In some American suburbs, houses aren't built by hand; they’re manufactured in factories and transported to the designated plot to be assembled into a home!"

"Xinyi, let's go see our new home!" Mu Tou suggested.

Ya Xinyi had a gentle nature and naturally followed his lead, so she nodded.

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Mu Siyu stopped them. "Big Brother Mu, are you going like that?" Her eyes held a hint of amusement as she motioned for them to look at their clothes.

Mu Tou suddenly realized that he and Xinyi were still wearing the attire of the cultivation plane, which looked like ancient costumes on Earth. If they went out like that, they would surely become rare animals for people to gawk at.

Mu Siyu said, "Big Brother Mu, why don't you change before heading to the villa? I'll take Sister-in-law out to buy some suitable clothes." She pulled Xinyi along, saying, "As girls, we must know how to dress ourselves to capture a man's heart!" Her words were double-edged. Mu Tou knew she was implying something, but he couldn't refute it. After all, he *did* have several women now; counting them himself made him feel somewhat profligate.

The sisters took Xinyi shopping. It was a woman's nature, one that even a high-level cultivator like Xinyi couldn't resist.

Mu Tou changed his clothes in the villa and opened the Plane Trading System, asking Xiao Dingdang to contact Nathan.

"Beep... Magic Plane Star One, Plane Agent online, accepting communication request!"

"Is that Brother Mu? Okheng Nathan greets you. Thank you for the mechanical golem; it helped me a great deal!" Once the system connected, Nathan, who wore bronze armor and a black robe, said excitedly. "Actually, I was just about to contact you. This trip to the ruins went unexpectedly well, and it certainly showed me the formidable strength of your mechanical golem!"

"It seems Brother Nathan had quite a harvest at the ruins. Haha, congratulations! According to our agreement, I am now taking back the 'Fearless One' I lent you," Mu Tou said, stating his intention directly.

"Hmm! Brother Mu, I’d like to discuss something with you. Could you sell me this mechanical golem—the Fearless One? Naturally, I would never let you suffer a loss on the price!"

"Apologies, Brother Nathan. I have established a mental link—or what you might call a contract—with the Fearless One, so it belongs only to me." Mu Tou didn't offer further explanation and simply ordered, "Fearless One, return!"

At Mu Tou's command, Nathan, far away in the magic plane, saw the Fearless One respond, "As you command, my Master!" The mechanical golem vanished instantly. Turning his head, Nathan saw it had already appeared beside Mu Tou, who was in the basic material plane. Nathan was shocked. "It... it can actually transfer across planes!"

Nathan had intended to use the fact that the golem was in his possession to force a sale, but Mu Tou had only sent it out because he knew their mental link would allow him to recall it across planes at a moment's notice.

The eyes behind Nathan's bronze mask burned with intensity. "Brother Mu, what exactly is this mechanical golem? It can actually teleport across planes without using the Plane Trading System!"

Mu Tou replied, "It is a form of intelligent life different from our own. I can't explain it clearly right now. By the way, what specialties does your plane have? We should communicate more and seek mutual benefits!"

In truth, ever since Mu Tou obtained the system, he had rarely used it for trade. Asking this now was his way of learning more about different planes and seeing where to start, as he needed to get the trading business moving.

"Specialties? What are you looking for?" Nathan asked in return.

"...I don't know yet. I just want to understand what's out there to see what might suit me."

Nathan asked, "What specialties does your plane have?"

Mu Tou was speechless. After a moment, he said, "There are too many. I don't know what you need, so how can I say?"

Nathan nodded. "Brother Mu, I'm the same! I don't know what you need, so how am I supposed to say?"

Mu Tou was left speechless...

Nathan suggested, "How about this? In a few days, the Plane Trading Space will open again. Let's talk then and see if we can find items that meet each other's needs."

Mu Tou agreed. It was time to use the Trading Space to understand the demands and resources of various planes, laying the foundation for future trade.

Ending the call, Mu Tou had the Fearless One transform into a sports car and drove to the thirty acres of land that belonged to him. Looking from afar, the walls were still standing, but it was no longer a wasteland; it was filled with lush trees, the tallest of which was the Tree Giant’s Seed.

Driving around the perimeter, he finally found the main gate. To Mu Tou's astonishment, Chen Yi, Chen Er, and the other biochemical soldiers were standing guard in security uniforms, saluting him as he arrived.

"This... who taught you this?" Mu Tou asked curiously.

Chen Yi replied expressionlessly, "Reporting to Boss, Miss Qiao'er taught us!"

"I see. Where is she?" Mu Tou asked casually.

Chen Yi pulled out a walkie-talkie and called, "Lao Jiu, Lao Jiu, is Miss Qiao'er with you? The boss is here, please ask her to come out and greet him!"

Mu Tou was stunned. How long had it been? These biochemical soldiers looked exactly like Earth security guards, only stronger and more imposing, comparable to elite special forces! It seemed Qiao'er had put in quite a bit of effort.

"Is Big Brother Mu back?" A crisp voice came over the walkie-talkie. It was indeed Qiao'er. Upon hearing Chen Yi mention the boss, she grabbed the walkie-talkie and asked urgently, "At the gate? I'm coming right away!"

Sure enough, a moment later, a young woman ran out excitedly. "Big Brother Mu, you're back! Why were you gone so long?" She threw herself into his arms as she spoke.

Mu Tou smiled slightly. "How is the construction coming along? Take me to see!"

"Okay!" Qiao'er said happily, pulling him through the gate.