"Fellow brothers, greetings." Zhou Hong hesitated for a moment, then immediately turned his head to talk to the people at the next table, hoping to gather more information.
"What is it? Do you need something?" The four aspiring demons at the next table simultaneously looked at Zhou Hong, their eyes filled with ill intent.
"You were just discussing the Dragon Tiger Demonic Sect, weren't you? I'm planning to try my luck there and become an outer disciple. How is it?" Zhou Hong asked with a smile.
"Hmph, if you want to be their miner, then go ahead," sneered one of the men, who had been an outer disciple there for 800 years.
"Is there really no chance at all?" Zhou Hong asked again.
"Do you know how many outer disciples the Dragon Tiger Demonic Sect has? At least a hundred thousand. And do you know how many promotion slots they have every 100 years? Only three."
"Ah." Zhou Hong was indeed shocked. This was far too few. Sudanshaun.com
Another aspiring demon said, "Esteemed demonic friend, I suggest you don't waste your time. Instead of wasting it here, why not try your luck at the Black Orchid Great Demon King's place? See if you can seduce his youngest daughter. If you're fortunate enough to win her over, haha, that would be better than joining any demonic sect."
"Hahaha." The four people at the next table erupted in loud laughter.
However, Zhou Hong, unbothered by their mockery, his eyes lit up as he seriously considered the suggestion. If there was a better path, Zhou Hong would be a fool not to try it.
"Who is this Black Orchid Great Demon King you mentioned? Where is he? Is his youngest daughter an ugly hag?" Zhou Hong asked a series of questions.
The four aspiring demons seemed somewhat taken aback. They had expected Zhou Hong to get angry or lash out, but he showed no anger and instead actively inquired about the Black Orchid Great Demon King.
"Brother, are you serious? Can't you tell we're mocking you?"
"Heh, if it's true, then it's not mockery, but guidance."
"You have great magnanimity, brother. Since that's the case, I shall tell you. The Black Orchid Great Demon King is one of the powerful figures residing in this city. For some reason, perhaps a curse, he has not been able to have sons and has only given birth to ten daughters. Now, his other nine daughters have all taken live-in sons-in-law. Only the youngest daughter remains. Everyone in this city is wondering how wonderful it would be to become the Black Orchid Great Demon King's youngest daughter's live-in son-in-law. Of course, everyone says this as a joke, because it's impossible. The Black Orchid Great Demon King's other nine sons-in-law are all exceptional talents, chosen from the elite disciples of prominent families, powerful factions, and major sects. That's why we laughed earlier and suggested you try your luck at the Black Orchid Great Demon King's residence."
Zhou Hong nodded and smiled, "When it comes to being a live-in son-in-law, I'm a professional."
The four aspiring demons were speechless. They suspected Zhou Hong had a screw loose. What did he think he was? A bottom-tier aspiring demon, yet he dared to entertain such a notion.
"What does the Black Orchid Great Demon King's youngest daughter look like?" Zhou Hong asked again, this being the crucial point.
"What? You want to be picky? Even if she looked like a pig, she would still be pursued by countless demon cultivators," one of them scoffed.
"Don't misunderstand, I just want to know her appearance. As long as she's passable, and I can manage with my eyes closed, I'll consider it. After all, nothing is more important than breaking through."
"I truly don't know what to say to you. But it doesn't hurt to tell you. The Black Orchid Great Demon King's youngest daughter is incredibly beautiful, arguably the most beautiful woman in Wumeng City. Therefore, the number of people who wish to become her live-in son-in-law is as numerous as the hairs on an ox, and many are ten thousand times more outstanding than you. Even the Dragon Tiger Demonic Sect has several exceptionally talented direct disciples who visit her frequently. Do you think someone like you, who isn't even an outer disciple of the Dragon Tiger Sect, has any right to fantasize about such a peerless beauty? It would be laughable if this got out."
"Heh heh." Zhou Hong didn't get angry. He smiled happily. For the sake of breakthrough, he had done more than his share of killing and plundering. What was there to fear? This wasn't a heinous act, just pursuing a woman without self-awareness. If he succeeded, great. If not, Zhou Hong would lose nothing. Without trying, how would he know if luck would favor him?
"Can you tell me more about this Black Orchid Great Demon King and his youngest daughter?" Zhou Hong pleaded.
Seeing Zhou Hong's profound lack of self-awareness, the four aspiring demons were happy to humor him, treating it as a good show.
"This Black Orchid Great Demon King is a first-rank Demon King. He once held a very important position in the Demonic Immortal Kingdom. He has now retired to his hometown, but he still has connections within the Immortal Court of the Demonic Immortal Kingdom. In our Wumeng City, he is a Demon King with considerable influence. If one could become his son-in-law, not to mention anything else, as long as their talent is strong enough, they could cultivate to the level of a ninth-rank Demon Master without issue."
"And his youngest daughter?" Zhou Hong inquired further.
"His youngest daughter's name is Hei Xiaolu. She is beautiful, innocent, and romantic, having grown up in an atmosphere of immense love and care. Her own strength has already reached the level of a third-rank Demon Person."
"Oh! I see." Zhou Hong nodded.
At this moment, one of the men produced a portrait from somewhere and tossed it to Zhou Hong. "Since you want to see what she looks like, here, take a look for yourself."
Zhou Hong quickly opened the portrait. It depicted a girl of exquisite beauty. The girl had a somewhat doll-like face, making her appear exceptionally youthful and adorable. Zhou Hong couldn't help but swallow upon seeing her, as she was far more beautiful than he had imagined.
"Hahaha, you're swallowing, hahaha!" Seeing Zhou Hong swallow, the group burst into laughter. Perhaps in their eyes, Zhou Hong was just a pathetic loser lacking self-awareness.
"Hahaha." Zhou Hong felt a bit embarrassed but still laughed frankly. Zhou Hong secretly thought, *You four pathetic losers, just you wait until I actually win her over. I'll shock you all.*
Zhou Hong didn't know where his confidence came from. Perhaps it was because he had always been popular with women throughout his life, always believing that there was no woman he couldn't conquer.
"Thank you, brothers," Zhou Hong turned back, no longer wasting his breath on them. At this time, the restaurant's waiter began serving the dishes. Zhou Hong drank his wine alone, contemplating methods to win over the woman.
Undoubtedly, instead of becoming a mine-digging outer disciple at the Dragon Tiger Demonic Sect, it was better to see if he could take a shortcut. If he could truly win this woman over, then at least until he reached the level of a Demon Master, there would be no limitations on his cultivation advancement.