Bai Ying walked towards the testing stone, ready to place her hand on it.

The people at the scene had expressions of disdain on their faces.

Bai Di's face turned deathly pale in an instant, and his body began to tremble violently uncontrollably.

Others might not understand the deeper meaning behind Bai Ying's actions, but she knew that this bastard's appearance today was clearly aimed at humiliating her.

She had poured countless efforts into preparing for this day, practicing diligently day and night, hoping to shine brightly in front of everyone and make a name for herself.

Now that everything is ready, how could she tolerate Bai Ying interfering at this crucial moment and stealing her spotlight!

Bai Di's anger surged like a tidal wave, wishing he could immediately tear Bai Ying to pieces and grind her bones to dust.

The instant Bai Ying placed her hand on the testing stone, Bai Di suddenly shouted, "Sister! Wait a minute!"

Bai Ying paused for a moment and looked at Bai Di.

Bai Di quickly addressed the people present, saying, "You may not know this, but this Bai Ying is my older sister. Before, our whole family thought she had unfortunately passed away. During that time, it felt like the sky had fallen on our house. My mother cried all day long, and my father sighed constantly, immersed in grief. The pain we felt was indescribable. Who would have thought that my sister would miraculously appear here today? It's wonderful!"

As Bai Di spoke, her eyes reddened and her voice trembled slightly, as if she were truly overwhelmed by the pain of her memories. "Sister, we never thought you were still alive. Why didn't you come to find us? We all really miss you, especially Mother, who thinks of you day and night."

Bai Di's words sounded nice, but she was actually telling everyone present how much they missed Bai Ying. However, Bai Ying was too ungrateful; she didn't even tell her parents that she wasn't dead. Instead, upon returning, she wanted to compete with her younger sister.

As expected, after hearing Bai Di's words, many people at the scene began to whisper and discuss among themselves. The way they looked at Bai Ying also gradually changed; what was originally just curiosity and disdain now contained more dissatisfaction and accusation.

As he spoke, Bai Di quickly walked up to Zhou Ying, looking at her pitifully.

She absolutely could not let Bai Ying do the test; otherwise, all her efforts over such a long time would be in vain, and she would become nothing more than a foil to Bai Ying!

Bai Di instantly put on an extremely aggrieved expression, but forced a smile at Zhou Ying, saying, "Mother, that's wonderful! Sister's back. Sister's so amazing, she'll definitely surpass me easily. But..."

She didn't finish her sentence, but said dejectedly, "Looks like I should congratulate you, sister."

However, when she said this, the expression on her face was indescribably painful, and tears were about to fall from her eyes.

Zhou Ying was stunned for a moment. She was still immersed in the great joy of Bai Ying's resurrection, but Bai Di's feigned strength was like a sharp dagger, instantly piercing through her inner joy.

She froze on the spot, her smiling face gradually freezing.

What Bai Di didn't say, her mother knew perfectly well. Bai Di had been looking forward to this day for far too long, hoping day and night to prove herself in front of everyone. Today was supposed to be Bai Di's joyous day! But of all times, Bai Ying arrived!

If Bai Ying gets first place, how upset Bai Di will be!

In an instant, the joy that had just welled up in Zhou Ying's heart for Bai Ying's return was completely replaced by her affection for Bai Di.

Yes, of all times, Bai Ying had to come back today.

Moreover, she's been away for so long, and even though she didn't die, she never thought of coming back to find her; the bond between mother and daughter has grown so weak. Now, she's showing up and trying to steal Xiao Di's glory—it's simply too much!

Previously, Zhou Ying had deeply regretted her past neglect of Bai Ying, but now, her heart was filled only with heartache for Bai Di. Looking at Bai Di's pitiful appearance, a thought inexplicably arose deep within her:

If only Bai Ying hadn't appeared...

Looking at Bai Di's state, Bai Yanfeng felt even more heartbroken. He gritted his teeth and said, "That Bai Ying, of all times, she had to show up at this crucial moment. She's clearly up to no good!"

No sooner had he finished speaking than he stepped forward with a "whoosh," pointed at Bai Ying, and shouted at the top of his lungs, "Bai Ying, don't go too far! Today is Bai Di's special day, do you have to come and cause trouble at this time? How can you be so selfish and not consider other people's feelings at all!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Ying slowly turned her head to look at her nominal brother. She felt he was utterly foolish.

Bai Ying frowned and said, "So, according to you, all the cultivators who came to compete with Bai Di are here to cause trouble? Only Bai Di can win this competition, and no one else should participate? If that's the case, then why is the Star Glory Sect holding this test?"

After speaking, her gaze swept towards the sect leader of Xingyao Sect like lightning, and she asked, "Excuse me, does your Xingyao Sect have such a rule? Only Bai Di is allowed to take the test, while everyone else is turned away?" Bai Ying's voice was clear and loud, echoing throughout the entire testing ground, and everyone could hear it clearly.

Bai Yanfeng was rendered speechless by Bai Ying's words, his face turning extremely ugly, alternating between red and green. He opened his mouth, wanting to refute, but found that he couldn't find the right words at all, and could only stand there, trembling with anger.

Upon seeing this, the Sect Master of Xingyao Sect hurriedly stood up, looking flustered, and waved his hands repeatedly in denial, saying, "No, no! All the cultivators present can participate in this test. I guarantee in the name of the Sect Master of Xingyao Sect that this test will be absolutely fair and impartial, and will not favor any side!" As he spoke, he patted his chest confidently.

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