I Can Give Talents

Chapter 509 - Grand Love Hotel

In the Cloud Continent, as well as many other regions, the distinction between wives and concubines was a common social practice. It was a system deeply rooted in status, much like many other hierarchical norms.

Women of equal status and background would become wives, while those of lower status would take the position of concubines. This structure was widely accepted, not just here, but likely in most places where similar societal conditions existed.

Polygamy itself had become the norm in the cultivation world, especially among established households, and it did not arise without reason.

There were several contributing factors. The number of male cultivators was significantly lower compared to females. As one’s cultivation level increased, the difficulty of conceiving children also rose dramatically. At the same time, there was a natural tendency for women to be drawn toward powerful and successful men.

Under such conditions, polygamy was not forced into existence, it formed naturally as part of the social structure.

The division between wife and concubine served a purpose. It was meant to maintain order and reduce internal conflict by establishing a clear hierarchy. Wives held greater authority and privileges, especially in matters of decision-making and inheritance, while concubines occupied a lower position within the household.

However, like any system, it was far from perfect.

Struggles for power still emerged, sometimes openly, sometimes hidden beneath the surface. Conflicts within households were common, often fueled by jealousy, ambition, or external interference. More often than not, such tensions would escalate, eventually leading to the decline or even destruction of the entire family.

In the past, when the Leyan Family was still a newly established household, there had been a clear distinction between wives and concubines. They had simply adopted the common marriage system practiced throughout the Cloud Continent.

Although slavery did not exist in the Cloud Continent, the maids and Valenia, who had originally been part of the Treasure Pavilion’s workforce-for-hire, were still considered low status. These were women bound by debt, working under contracts to repay what they owed over time. At that point, even though the Leyan Family was new and lacked reputation, their status was still higher than that of these workforce women. As such, it was only natural for them to become Leyvi’s concubines under the prevailing social norms.

In many established and reputable households, someone like Layla, who had a stable job and life but lacked a strong family background, would also be considered of lower status. If she were to marry into such a household, she would likely only be accepted as a concubine.

However, circumstances were different with Leyvi.

At that time, he was essentially a nobody who had just formed his own household. In terms of status, he and Layla could be considered equals. Because of that, when she married into the Leyan Family, she was given the position of a wife.

In the beginning, Leyvi and Anda simply followed these social norms without much thought. But as time passed, the distinction between wives and concubines within the Leyan Family began to blur... until it eventually disappeared altogether.

This change came naturally.

The women in Leyvi’s household shared a surprisingly harmonious relationship. Regardless of whether they had initially been wives or concubines, it no longer held any real meaning. Everyone was treated equally, and they all got along with one another.

Over time, the family’s internal structure evolved on its own.

All of Leyvi’s women came to be regarded as his wives.

Even Leyvi himself gradually stopped using the term "concubine." Without realizing it, he had begun referring to all of them as his wives. Now, when he used that word, he no longer meant it as a status or rank within a hierarchy, but simply as a reflection of their relationship with him.

However, there was one thing that all the ladies acknowledged without question, even though the distinction between wives and concubines no longer existed within the Leyan Family.

Anda would always be the Big Madam of the Leyan Family, and no one could ever replace her position.

It was obvious that their husband, Leyvi, loved Anda the most, far beyond what any of them could hope to match. The difference was so clear that none of them even considered competing with her for his affection. Even outsiders could easily see it after spending enough time observing the two of them.

They firmly believed that if anyone ever tried to gain Leyvi’s favor by putting Anda in a bad position, it would never work. Anda herself might not hold any resentment, but Leyvi certainly would. From that moment on, he would withdraw the affection and support he gave as a husband. That was how unshakable the bond between them was.

In truth, there was no reason to attempt such things.

Most conflicts between wives and concubines stemmed from the desire for higher status, greater authority, and ultimately, a better life.

But within the Leyan Family, those concerns simply didn’t exist.

The quality of life they enjoyed had already surpassed anything they had ever imagined. Even those who came from prominent families, like Ava and Selene, recognized that their current lives were far better. While this was partly due to the family still being relatively small, they firmly believed that even if the Leyan Family grew into a massive clan in the future, things would remain the same.

As long as Anda was there.

Why?

Because Anda was the true pillar that held the harem together. She was the one who maintained order, the one who preserved balance. In many ways, she embodied harmony itself.

Without her, the unity within the family would never feel the same.

They believed that, whether now or in the future, Anda was the only one capable of guiding any new woman into their family, helping her adapt to the harem’s unique culture, and ensuring that their harmony would endure.

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In the blink of an eye, two months passed peacefully.

During this time, Leyvi did little more than spend his days with his wives, simply enjoying life. After everything he had gone through in the Mystic Realm, where he had faced countless life-and-death situations, and especially the overwhelming threat of the Colossal Tree that had once left him feeling completely helpless, he wanted nothing more than to set cultivation aside for a while and rest.

He also brought all the ladies to the new Grand Love Hotel on different days to experience the upgrade. It lived up to his expectations. The best rooms were now filled with numerous unique tools and gadgets to spice up their activities. Advanced formations were even installed, capable of changing to hundreds of different landscapes and unique situations suitable for roleplay. It truly impressed Leyvi and Anda.

Unfortunately for Nala, due to her pregnancy, Leyvi could only have safe and gentle sexual intercourse with her.

She had no choice but to miss out on the wild night battles with him. After all, their night battle activities involved the use of Qi and other cultivation methods while engaging in intercourse to out-pleasure each other. This was not safe for the baby in the womb. She also could not join the night battle raids with Anda and the rest.

For someone who enjoyed such things the most, this left Nala feeling noticeably down.

Sensing this, Leyvi reassured her. He promised that once the baby was born, he would make up for all the time she had missed. The same promise would apply to any of his wives in the future should they ever find themselves in the same situation.

When Leyvi first visited the Grand Love Hotel, he was met with an unexpected surprise.

He had been granted a lifetime pass, allowing him access to any room in the establishment, including the most luxurious ones.

According to the owner, it was only fair. After all, Leyvi himself had become the face of the Grand Love Hotel... the very reason behind its current success.

However, he wasn’t the only reason behind its success.

There was also a rumor circulating that if a couple engaged in intimate acts at the Grand Love Hotel, they would have a higher chance of conceiving a child. For cultivator families, this was an incredibly attractive claim. At first, many dismissed it as mere marketing, but for some reason... the rumor appeared to be true.

A significant number of female cultivators became pregnant not long after visiting the Grand Love Hotel, further boosting its reputation.

Of course, Leyvi didn’t believe in such claims at all. In his view, it was simply a matter of effort. Couples who came here were more enthusiastic and proactive in their intimacy, and with more attempts, the chances of success naturally increased.

That was what he believed.

Until today.

The news had just been announced.

Hana was pregnant with his child.

Just like with Nala before, it was Anda who first noticed the presence of new life within Hana.

Hana, the flat-chested Leyan Family maid who was usually cheerful and bubbly, was now sobbing heavily in Leyvi’s embrace. Yet, these were not tears of sorrow, but of overwhelming happiness.

"Congratulations, Hana, and thank you very much for your hard work. Our family is growing again thanks to you." Anda said sincerely, a warm smile on her face.

Her expression carried the same genuine warmth as when she had first discovered Nala’s pregnancy back then.