Ancient Fiend Dragon Emperor

Chapter 1054: Chapter 1053: It’s Done!

The attitude of the Holy Spirit Palace was extremely courteous, which Su Han had already felt from the moment he arrived.

When visiting the One Slash Palace and the Yun Family, there were never so many people waiting outside, not to mention Yuwen Zhongcheng and other Dragon Emperor Realm experts personally standing there until Su Han appeared.

Of course, this was also related to the fact that the One Slash Palace and the Yun Family were unaware of Su Han’s visit.

Yet, regardless of the reasons, the courtesy of the Holy Spirit Palace was genuine, not false, which did not make Su Han feel any hypocrisy.

Because of this, Su Han’s impression of the Holy Spirit Palace improved significantly.

After three rounds of drinks, everyone had some delicious food and Spirit Fruit. Night had completely fallen, and the moonlight rose, casting a pale glow over the land.

In the grand hall, a group of women entered. They were dressed in veils and began to dance; the veils were somewhat transparent, allowing a vague glimpse of snow-white skin beneath.

After watching the dance for a while, Yuwen Zhongcheng turned to Su Han and said, ”Su Zun, we have eaten and drunk our fill. I believe it is time to discuss the main matter. May I ask the purpose of your visit this time? Surely, Su Zun’s time is very precious, and this is not just a casual drop-in for a chat with us.”

”Indeed, there is something I must address here today.”

Su Han nodded, glancing at Bai Ling, and asked, ”May I know which Hall Master is Bai Ling’s master?”

”Bai Ling?”

Yuwen Zhongcheng was taken aback for a moment, glanced at Bai Ling, and then said, ”Bai Ling’s master is the Hall Master of the True Spirit Hall, Tan Ying.”

Seeing that Su Han did not speak, Yuwen Zhongcheng asked again, ”Why does Su Zun ask this?”

After thinking for a bit, Su Han said, ”Palace Master Yuwen, when I was at the Holy Domain of the Demon Immortal, I met both Bai Ling and Yuwen Wuqing of the Yuwen Family. We became acquainted there, and I believe Palace Master Yuwen is aware of this.”

”Yes, Bai Ling has mentioned it to me,” said Yuwen Zhongcheng.

”Palace Master Yuwen should know that in that Holy Domain of the Demon Immortal, there were mutual feelings between Xuanyuan Wuqing and Bai Ling. But I’ve heard, given Bai Ling’s current status, even if she were to marry, the decision must still be made with the help of the Holy Spirit Palace.”

Su Han smiled and said, ”Of course, how the Holy Spirit Palace manages its disciples is not something I can or have the right to be involved in. However, Xuanyuan Wuqing sought my assistance in speaking on his behalf. Back in Dragon Martial City, I owed a favor to the Yuwen Family, so naturally, I could not refuse. Thus, I have come.”

”So Su Zun is saying...”

Yuwen Zhongcheng frowned, ”You are here to propose on behalf of Xuanyuan Wuqing?”

”You could say that.” Su Han nodded.

”You could say that?” Yuwen Zhongcheng frowned even more deeply.

After Su Han’s explanation, he still felt baffled, unclear about the situation.

”Aside from proposing marriage, it’s also partly for myself.”

Su Han continued, ”I believe Palace Master Yuwen knows that within our Phoenix Sect, apart from the martial path, we also have some special cultivation methods. These methods require people with certain talent to inherit them. Coincidentally, Bai Ling is such a person, and she possesses great talent. Therefore, I hope the Holy Spirit Palace can give us a little face and allow Bai Ling to join the Phoenix Sect.”

Yuwen Zhongcheng fell silent immediately.

The others also remained silent, while the dancing girls all withdrew, leaving the entire grand hall in complete silence.

Bai Ling was somewhat nervous, clenching her clothing, her face reddening slightly.

To be honest, she knew Su Han would come, and she looked forward to Su Han’s arrival, but when the moment came, she still felt somewhat ashamed.

The Holy Spirit Palace treated her very well, and particularly her master, who nearly treated her like a daughter, giving her the best resources to use.

But now, she was effectively betraying the Holy Spirit Palace. If Yuwen Zhongcheng became furious at this moment, she definitely would not be able to retort.

Time passed second by second, and Bai Ling occasionally glanced at Yuwen Zhongcheng, only to see him lowering his head, frowning, not knowing what he was thinking.

Meanwhile, Su Han signaled Bai Ling with a look, indicating that she should not worry.

”Bai Ling.”

After a long while, Yuwen Zhongcheng suddenly raised his head and looked at Bai Ling, ”What are your thoughts?”

”I...”

Bai Ling was blushing severely, but after hesitating for a long time, she finally mustered the courage to say, ”Hall Master, the disciple indeed has mutual affections with Xuanyuan Wuqing.”

”I understand what you mean.”

Yuwen Zhongcheng’s face showed no emotion as he continued, ”However, you are Tan Ying’s disciple. I cannot decide. The outcome still depends on your master.”

”Ah...”

Bai Ling immediately let out a sigh of relief. Perhaps Yuwen Zhongcheng was displeased, but at least he did not immediately fly into a rage.

”Someone, please.”

Yuwen Zhongcheng waved his hand and instructed, ”Go and bring Hall Master Tan here.”

”Yes.”

Immediately, a servant responded and headed towards the True Spirit Hall.

Witnessing this scene, Bai Ling grew nervous once again.

She felt truly sorry for her master, but if she were to stay here indefinitely, her life would always be controlled by the Holy Spirit Palace, and no matter how well they treated her, she would never truly be free.

...

Soon, Tan Ying arrived.

She was an old woman, her face covered in spots, her hair entirely white, her figure slightly stooped, carrying a cane. If it weren’t for the Dragon Emperor Realm aura she emitted, anyone would think she was merely an elderly lady.

Seeing him arrive, Bai Ling, Chengg Yu, and the others immediately stood up.

”Greetings, Master.”

”Greetings, Hall Master Tan.”

Su Han also stood up and cupped his fists, ”Hall Master Tan.”

”There’s no need for such courtesy, Su Zun. You’re planning to take my disciple away; what’s the point of being courteous now?” Tan Ying said, feigning displeasure.

Su Han immediately showed a wry smile, ”What Hall Master Tan says is true, but you can’t blame me. It’s really because Bai Ling has the kind of talent I require.”

”I also said she has the talent I need, otherwise why would I have taken her as my disciple?” Tan Ying rolled her eyes, not behaving like someone from the Dragon Emperor Realm at all.

Hearing her words, Su Han knew the matter was more or less settled.

”Master...” Bai Ling’s face flushed, not knowing what to say.

”Alright.”

Tan Ying gently stroked Bai Ling’s hair, her voice turning soft, ”I once said that I won’t interfere with any decision you make. Although I feel some reluctance in my heart, since you’ve already decided, your master can only hope that you can truly showcase your talent in the future. If we meet again, just call me ’Master.’”

”Master!!”

Tears immediately welled up in Bai Ling’s eyes. She hadn’t expected Tan Ying to agree so readily. If Tan Ying had scolded her with harsh words, she might feel better. But the more readily Tan Ying agreed, the more it pained her.

”Why are you crying?”

Tan Ying wiped away Bai Ling’s tears, ”Haven’t I always told you, women are not inferior to men. Even though you are a woman, you shouldn’t cry so easily, lest those nasty men look down on you.”

Su Han: ”...”

Yuwen Zhongcheng: ”...”

All men: ”...”