LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 194
A few moments earlier, in the Jiuyan Sect Sect Master’s hall.
In the rather simple Sect Master’s hall, the Jiuyan Sect Sect Master, various Peak Masters, and ten elders of the Ghost Controlling Sect were gathered.
The atmosphere in the hall was somewhat silent.
Seeing the solemn faces of the Ghost Controlling Sect members, Sect Master Gu Changqing said with a smile: “Don’t worry, everyone, we’re all family here. Could my Jiuyan Sect possibly covet your dowry?”
His status was different from that of Li Fadu, and his description of “family” carried more weight.
Hearing this, the faces of the Ghost Controlling Sect members eased slightly.
“That’s right, that’s right, we’re all family,” said Luo Wu the third elder of the Ghost Controlling Sect as he stroked his beard with a smile.
“In that case, should we invite the Jiuyan Old Ancestor to come forward and set the marriage agreement?” another Ghost Controlling Sect elder suggested.
“By rights, we should.”
Gu Changqing continued with a sigh: “But after our sect’s last battle with the Buddha Temple, the Old Ancestor expended too much soul power and is not in good condition, so he cannot appear.”Not in good condition?
These words made the Ghost Controlling Sect members’ expressions turn strange again.
Damn it, not in good condition! When the Jiuyan Old Ancestor was grabbing the dowry, his speed and efficiency were as smooth as flowing clouds and water!
Those unaware would think he was some kind of fierce bandit!
While they were internally complaining, Supreme Great Elder Xiao Ting arrived with smiles: “The Old Ancestor indeed should not appear, but I will take charge of this matter!”
“Greetings to Elder Xiao.”
Luo Wu and the other Ghost Controlling Sect members immediately stood up to pay their respects.
When Jiuyan Sect was a renowned orthodox sect, Xiao Ting had given the Ghost Controlling Sect a hard time, so they were well aware of his prowess and did not dare to be presumptuous.
“No need for formalities, we’re all family,” Xiao Ting said cheerfully, waving his hand.
Who was he?
The Supreme Great Elder of the Jiuyan Sect, second only to the Jiuyan Old Ancestor in authority!
When such a person spoke of “family,” it naturally took on a whole new level.
With that, the Ghost Controlling Sect members had no more concerns and laughed together.
Gu Changqing gave up his seat to Xiao Ting.
After taking his seat, Xiao Ting asked: “The Ghost Controlling Sect has been delving into the Ghost Ridge Soul Abyss for years, how many Nine Abyss Soul Embryos have you accumulated?”
This question puzzled the Ghost Controlling Sect members.
What did he mean?
Was he probing into the secrets of the Ghost Sect?
“We’re all family, why the distinction between you and me?”
Xiao Ting glared and said: “What, does the Ghost Controlling Sect not want to become one with my Jiuyan Sect?”
“Uh, this…”
The member of the Ghost Controlling Sect was at a loss for words.
Seeing that Xiao Ting seemed displeased, Luo Wu made up a story on the spot: “Senior, I must confess. The Nine Abyss Soul Embryo included in the dowry this time is a treasure that our Ghost Controlling Sect has cherished for many years. We have no others left.”
“Hmph!”
Xiao Ting snorted coldly, not believing a word: “Since the Ghost Controlling Sect does not wish to be honest, then I shall take my leave.”
With that, he made a move as if to leave.
“Senior, please wait!”
Luo Wu hastily intervened while gritting his teeth: “I will not hide it from you, Senior. In truth, our Ghost Controlling Sect has one more Nine Abyss Soul Embryo.”
One more?
Xiao Ting remained skeptical.
“Senior may not be aware, but there is a female ghost in the Ghost Ridge Soul Abyss whose cultivation is unfathomable. Although our Ghost Controlling Sect has ventured deep into it over the years, the Nine Abyss Soul Embryos have always been in the hands of that female ghost, and they are not easily obtained,” Luo Wu added.
This time, Xiao Ting nodded.
He not only knew about it but had also clashed with that female ghost.
With his cultivation level, he was unable to defeat the female ghost and had to flee with injuries, which was enough to prove her strength.
Even so, this did not confirm the truth of Luo Wu’s words.
But Xiao Ting didn’t care. As long as the Ghost Controlling Sect had more Nine Abyss Soul Embryo, he could just take it by force when the time came.
“Hehe.”
After a light chuckle, he feigned admiration: “Elder Luo is honest and straightforward, truly a member of our Jiuyan Sect family!”
This made Luo Wu breathe a sigh of relief.
But then he thought about it and felt somewhat aggrieved.
Since they were all one family, it wasn’t fair for the Jiuyan Sect to probe the Ghost Controlling Sect for information while the reverse was not allowed.
With this in mind, Luo Wu asked: “May I ask how the Old Ancestor of the Jiuyan Sect is doing after becoming a spirit? Has his cultivation fallen? And is it true that people from the Jiuyan Sect have been going mad one after another?”
“How dare you!!”
Xiao Ting suddenly turned hostile, his powerful voice creating a surge of spiritual energy as he angrily said: “How can such confidential information be disclosed to you? Does your Ghost Controlling Sect intend to harm my Jiuyan Sect?!”
Luo Wu was left speechless.
This turnaround was faster than flipping through a book! Weren’t we supposed to be family?
Could the Jiuyan Sect ask for information from the Ghost Controlling Sect, but not the other way around?
This was a double standard!
“Senior, please forgive me, I misspoke,” Luo Wu apologized, knowing he was out of his depth.
“Hehe,” Xiao Ting chuckled again while calming his aura.
“No harm done, we’re all family after all.”
Luo Wu was speechless once more.
He had a phrase on the tip of his tongue but wasn’t sure if it was appropriate to say it!
“Ahem.”
After a light cough, Luo Wu returned to the matter at hand: “Since Senior is in charge of this matter, should we not finalize the marriage arrangement first?”
“That’s not urgent, let’s wait a bit longer,” Xiao Ting waved his hand.
Luo Wu, however, felt very urgent.
Now that the dowry had been taken by the Jiuyan Sect, he was anxious to finalize the marriage arrangement as soon as possible.
“What is Senior waiting for? Could you share it so we also have an idea?” Luo Wu inquired.
“This is a secret of the Jiuyan Sect,” Xiao Ting replied instantly.
“…”
Luo Wu wanted to curse but dared not, so he could only wait patiently.
Fortunately, the wait was not long, and soon Zhang Lingfeng, the master of Sword Peak, arrived and took his seat.
On the surface, Zhang Lingfeng was tasting tea, but in reality, he was whispering to Xiao Ting and Gu Changqing, informing them of what he had just witnessed.
Learning that Jiang Chen had given Yan Mei a big slap as soon as he arrived and even had the intention to kill her,
Xiao Ting was shocked.
“This is troublesome. Jiang Chen has no interest in that Yan Mei at all, the marriage alliance is going to fall through!” He raised his eyebrows, whispering to the other members of the Jiuyan Sect.
“Supreme Great Elder need not worry, I have a plan that will leave the Ghost Controlling Sect speechless,” Zhang Lingfeng also raised his eyebrows, replying through a whisper.
Without waiting for Xiao Ting to ask further, he shared his idea.
“This plan is good!”
Gu Changqing, imitating the eyebrow-raising, whispered back: “Since the Ghost Controlling Sect did not specify by name, isn’t it up to our Jiuyan Sect to decide who will marry her?”
The three of them exchanged whispers, and the atmosphere in the hall grew somewhat silent.
Luo Wu just watched as Xiao Ting and the others kept raising their eyebrows and making gestures, leaving him completely baffled.
He guessed that Xiao Ting and the others must be discussing something in secret.
But, was it necessary to keep raising their eyebrows? Did they think he was blind?
Finally, Xiao Ting and the others finished their discussion.
“Thank you for your patience,” Xiao Ting said to the people of the Ghost Controlling Sect with a sly smile.
“Since my Jiuyan Sect has accepted the dowry, let’s have Lin Mubai and Yan Mei get married quickly!”
“???”
“???”
At these words, the hall was filled with question marks.
Luo Wu, who was tasting tea, almost spit it out!
Lin Mubai?
Where did this Lin Mubai come from?
Their intended marriage partner was Jiang Chen!
“Senior Xiao, there seems to be a misunderstanding,” Luo Wu hurriedly explained after regaining his composure.
“Our sect’s intention was for Yan Mei to marry Jiang Chen, it has nothing to do with Lin Mubai.”
“What? Is that so?”
Xiao Ting feigned surprise, “But you didn’t say anything before!”
Luo Wu was left speechless.
They didn’t say it because they thought it was very obvious. He never thought the Jiuyan Sect would pretend not to understand.
“If that’s the case, then we’ll have to start over,” Xiao Ting changed his tone.
“Jiang Chen’s marriage needs to be decided by the Jiang family, our Jiuyan Sect cannot meddle. Now you only have two choices.”
“Which two choices?” Luo Wu asked.
“One, Lin Mubai and Yan Mei get married, and thereafter, the Jiuyan Sect and the Ghost Controlling Sect will be one family. Two, call off the marriage alliance and please return,” Xiao Ting replied instantly.
After speaking, he added: “The mistake lies with the Ghost Controlling Sect, if you choose the second option, the dowry will not be returned!”
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