When Lu Chen saw the translucent blue interface floating before him, he was as stunned as he had been upon first laying eyes on Mu Zixuan's breathtaking face.
For a moment, he even suspected he was hallucinating—perhaps the result of overexertion and exhaustion.
But the interface remained steady before him, clear and unwavering. His gaze flickered with hesitation before he finally raised his hand and selected [Yes].
A soft, melodious voice echoed in his mind.
[Newcomer gift pack has been received.]
As soon as the notification rang out, several items materialized within his view.
[Congratulations to the host for obtaining a Dragon-Tiger Pill, a Breakthrough Pill, a Desert Eagle, 500 bullets, 50 grenades, and a Dragon-Phoenix Tree seed.]
Lu Chen's brows furrowed in confusion. He had no idea what most of these things were for, but he first glanced warily at Mu Zixuan beside him. Seeing that she had drifted into a deep slumber from exhaustion, he relaxed. With newfound confidence, he raised his hand and tapped on the words [Dragon-Tiger Pill] on the blue interface.
[Dragon-Tiger Pill: Greatly enhances the host's combat abilities and significantly increases reproductive capability.]
The next moment, an exquisitely crafted porcelain bottle appeared in Lu Chen's palm.
His eyes widened in amazement. It's real!
He pondered for a moment before casually waving his hand, and the porcelain bottle vanished back into the interface.
He then checked the descriptions of the other rewards.
[Breakthrough Pill: Instantly elevates the host to a first-grade warrior.]
[Desert Eagle: A powerful firearm ensuring the host's safety in this world.]
[Dragon-Phoenix Tree Seed: Must be cultivated using the host's blood. Once matured, tea brewed from its leaves increases a woman's affection for the host and ensures superior offspring.]
Reading through the descriptions, Lu Chen's excitement surged. He had resigned himself to the fate of an ordinary prince with no prospects, but now, out of nowhere, a [Many Children, More Blessings] system had appeared before him.
A bold thought crossed his mind, and he tentatively asked, "System, do I get rewards if any woman bears my child?"
Though he had already accepted the existence of the system, he found it hard to believe there were no conditions. If every child led to a reward, he could easily become invincible. All he'd have to do was stay home and… expand his lineage.
The system responded swiftly.
[Female rating must reach 90.]
Hearing this, Lu Chen turned toward Mu Zixuan. Instantly, an identification panel appeared before him.
[Name: Mu Zixuan]
[Identity: Daughter of Mu Changtian, citizen of the Great Xia Dynasty, Princess of the Northern King's Household.]
[Rating: 93]
[Favorability: 60 (You made her feel extremely satisfied today.)]
Seeing Mu Zixuan's rating, Lu Chen smiled. Of course, a woman of her beauty deserves a score of 93.
He then shifted his gaze toward the two maids in the room. Both were stunningly beautiful—surely their ratings weren't far off.
[Name: Zhou Xiaoxiao]
[Identity: Daughter of Zhou Wangtian. Following Zhou Wangtian's conviction for treason, she was sent to the Jiaofang Division, later purchased by the Mu family, and assigned as a dowry maid to the Northern Prince's Household.]
[Rating: 90]
[Favorability: 50]
Lu Chen's expression froze.
Zhou Wangtian's daughter?!
He wasn't surprised by her high rating—her beauty alone warranted it. What shocked him was her identity. Zhou Wangtian was the man whose treasonous acts had implicated the Mu family. Whether the treason was real or fabricated, it didn't matter—the verdict had been passed.
And now, the Mu family had taken in his daughter? Worse still, they had sent her to the Northern Prince's household.
Are they trying to get me killed?
If someone with ulterior motives discovered this, he could easily be dragged into another conspiracy.
His eyes then moved to the second maid.
[Name: Zhou Youyou]
[Identity: Daughter of Zhou Wangtian, younger sister of Zhou Xiaoxiao. Following her father's conviction, she was sent to the Jiaofang Division, later purchased by the Mu family, and assigned as a dowry maid.]
[Rating: 91]
[Favorability: 80 (She fell for you at first sight.)]
Lu Chen's frown deepened. Just as I suspected.
When he had entered the bridal chamber, he had been puzzled by Mu Zixuan's "maids." They were far too beautiful to be ordinary servants. They were clearly noble ladies.
Still, they both met the system's 90-point threshold. If they bore his children, the system would surely reward him.
Buy one, get two free?
But their identities were too troublesome.
Even though the Mu family had legally purchased them, their lineage remained a sensitive issue. They were the daughters of a convicted criminal—officially slaves.
At that moment, Zhou Xiaoxiao and Zhou Youyou stood nervously by the chamber's entrance. They had witnessed Lu Chen's ruthless nature firsthand. Though they had entered the household as dowry maids, they understood their duty—to serve Mu Zixuan and Lu Chen.
Even if Mu Zixuan was unable to serve him, they were expected to step in.
For two fallen noble daughters, being favored by their master was a stroke of fortune.
They knew the Mu family had chosen them as dowry maids in hopes of securing the Northern Prince's protection.
Lu Chen coughed lightly. "You may go to bed now."
Both maids bowed in unison. "Yes, Your Highness."
They turned and walked toward the common room next to the bridal chamber.
Watching their graceful figures retreat, Lu Chen couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Ancient society is truly twisted.
Yet, he had already adapted. Having two women watching him earlier had hardly fazed him.
Once they left, Lu Chen retrieved the Breakthrough Pill and swallowed it.
Warm energy surged through his body, and a deep sense of power flooded his limbs. A blue interface appeared before him.
[Host: Lu Chen]
[Realm: First Grade]
[Skills: None]
[Supernatural Powers: None]
[Weapons: Desert Eagle]
[Offspring: None]
After taking a glance, Lu Chen dismissed the interface. He felt restless. Since arriving in this world, he had trained occasionally, but he had never truly possessed a warrior's power.
For the first time, he felt strength coursing through his veins.
He wanted to test it.
But when his gaze fell upon Mu Zixuan's sleeping figure, he held back.
Tomorrow morning.
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The next day.
Chu Yuqin arrived at Lu Chen's courtyard. Seeing that the bridal chamber doors remained closed, she turned to the palace guards and asked, "Has Chen'er not awakened yet?"
The guards exchanged awkward glances before one stammered, "Uh… His Highness is awake… but he is still busy. Madam Chu, please return later."
As soon as the soldier finished speaking, Chu Yuqin vaguely heard some noises coming from inside the room.
Chu Yuqin's brows arched.
Busy?