The reception hall of Xian Yuan Sect.
The Grand Elder and the Young Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect were seated in the hall, with two disciples of Xian Yuan Sect serving tea beside them.
After the two disciples retreated, the Young Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect, Yong Ligam, said, "Grand Elder, what do you think of this marriage proposal?"
The Grand Elder took a sip of tea from the table and said softly, "It is imperative."
Receiving this answer from the Grand Elder, Yong Ligam smiled and also started drinking tea.
He had long heard that the eldest daughter of Xian Yuan Sect was as beautiful as a flower and extremely graceful.
As the Young Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect, Yong Ligam felt he was worthy of Lin Yuwei, and moreover, he was a handsome young man with a fair and delicate face.
A match made in heaven, a perfect couple.
Matching in social status, united in love forever.
Yong Ligam smiled more and more as he thought about it, revealing a triumphant grin.
"Young Sect Master, the marriage proposal is secondary. Remember the task we came for," the Grand Elder of Nine Poisons Sect, Luo Dongdong, reminded him.
He knew very well what Yong Ligam was thinking, which was why he interjected with a reminder.
"I know," Yong Ligam nodded.
Before the two had finished their tea, Lin Song arrived with his entourage.
"I wonder what wind has blown the Grand Elder and the Young Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect here. You are truly rare guests," Lin Song said with a laugh as he entered the hall.
"Haha... Sect Master Lin, have you been well?" Luo Dongdong rose and cupped his hands towards Lin Song.
"Sect Master Lin," Yong Ligam politely greeted Lin Song.
"Sit. May I ask what brings the two of you to our sect?" Lin Song gestured for them to sit, asking a question he already knew the answer to.
Nine Poisons Sect wouldn't be here for anything other than a marriage proposal. Otherwise, two sects with no connection would not visit each other.
"Xian Yuan Sect and Nine Poisons Sect have always had a good relationship. My Sect Master wishes to deepen the ties between our two sects and has specially sent me to bring the Young Sect Master to propose marriage. If Sect Master Lin agrees to this marriage, Nine Poisons Sect will present generous gifts," Luo Dongdong stated their purpose directly without beating around the bush.
Besides, everyone knew the reason, so why pretend?
Lin Song was not surprised by Luo Dongdong's words and smiled, "Grand Elder, it is true that Xian Yuan Sect and Nine Poisons Sect have a good relationship, but is it necessary to marry to deepen our ties?"
"According to Sect Master Lin's meaning, are you rejecting the goodwill of our Nine Poisons Sect?" Luo Dongdong narrowed his eyes and asked with a smile.
Last time, they sent someone to arrange a marriage, and that person was directly driven away.
That's why he had personally come with the Young Sect Master this time. He hadn't expected Lin Song to be so unyielding, leaving no room for negotiation.
"Grand Elder, your words are too hurtful. My daughter is not yet ready for marriage, so let's not discuss the matter of engagement for now," Lin Song explained, suppressing his displeasure as he saw Luo Dongdong begin to threaten him.
Whether Luo Dongdong believed him or not was beyond his control.
This was just an excuse anyway.
"Then perhaps you could invite your sect's young lady to meet our Young Sect Master? Perhaps they will fall in love at first sight. Sect Master Lin wouldn't want to break up a loving couple then, would he?" Luo Dongdong suggested with a smile.
In fact, the Young Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect was indeed not bad-looking, though his complexion seemed a bit pale.
"No need. I am here, and I reject this marriage," Lin Yuwei, who had arrived outside the hall and was eavesdropping on their conversation, could not help but rush out and refuse as soon as she heard them mention calling her over.
Lin Yuwei's appearance stunned Yong Ligam.
The rumors were false. This woman was millions of times more beautiful than rumored.
From the moment Lin Yuwei appeared, Yong Ligam's gaze had never left her graceful figure.
He even stared at her vital areas without blinking.
"Cough..." Luo Dongdong coughed lightly.
Yong Ligam finally snapped back to attention. Without any embarrassment, he walked towards Lin Yuwei and said with a smile, "I am Yong Ligam, the Young Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect. It is a pleasure to meet you, Miss Lin."
Lin Yuwei ignored him and walked to Lin Song's side, saying earnestly, "Father, I will not marry."
"Mm, Father hasn't agreed either," Lin Song said, looking at his daughter dotingly.
If his daughter disagreed, he would not force her to marry.
Others might use marriage to consolidate their sect's status, but his Xian Yuan Sect was a righteous sect and would never do such a thing.
"Alas, Sect Master Lin has made a grave mistake," Luo Dongdong said with a shake of his head.
"Are you threatening me?" Lin Song's eyes narrowed, and his aura emanated from him.
Luo Dongdong remained unperturbed, waved his hand, and calmly sat back down.
"Immortal on Earth?" Lin Song asked Luo Dongdong incredulously.
"Sect Master Lin, your eyes work, don't they? I broke through to Immortal on Earth a year ago," Luo Dongdong said proudly.
If Luo Dongdong had broken through to Immortal on Earth, it meant Nine Poisons Sect had two immortals. Furthermore, the Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect was unfathomable and skilled in poison.
This put Lin Song in a difficult position. He had only intended to scare Luo Dongdong, but he had ended up shooting himself in the foot.
"So, Sect Master Lin, do you want to reconsider now?" Luo Dongdong asked with confidence.
"Father," Lin Yuwei said anxiously.
"I, Lin Song, will not sell my daughter. Show them out," Lin Song ordered without hesitation.
"Haha... Sect Master Lin, don't be too quick to reply. I'll give you one day to consider. We will come again tomorrow, and our Sect Master will also be present. Farewell," Luo Dongdong said, then rose and left with Yong Ligam.
Before leaving, Yong Ligam glanced at Lin Yuwei a few more times, fully satisfying his gaze.
Luo Dongdong had left, leaving the people of Xian Yuan Sect in a state of distress. Luo Dongdong had just said that the Sect Master of Nine Poisons Sect would also be coming tomorrow.
This was nothing less than a blatant threat!
...
The back mountain of Xian Yuan Sect, forbidden ground.
Xia Feng walked all the way to the deepest part. Along the way, he encountered many restrictions. These restrictions were meant to block others, but they were of no hindrance to Xia Feng.
Xia Feng looked at the immortal energy emanating from before him, which did not belong to this world, and fell into thought.
The legends of Xian Yuan Sect were true. Immortals had indeed come here, and even ascended from here.
He had been unable to find the knack for ascension, and he hoped that this place could bring him an opportunity.
Although he had no intention of ascending for now, it did not mean he was not curious.
The loneliness of the strong, like snow!
Besides the surrounding immortal energy, there was a wooden box placed on a stone table.
Xia Feng walked over and gently opened the wooden box.
Inside the wooden box were a cultivation manual and a cultivation notebook.
Xia Feng was not interested in the cultivation manual, but he was very interested in the cultivation notebook.
The first page of the cultivation notebook read:
The Secret to Ascension!!!
...
(Although this plot is a bit cliché, since we are here, what else can we do if we don't find something to do.)