Bai Muxue felt utterly helpless after glancing at Bai Yuewei, whose face was flushed.

My father is good in every way, except that he is too concerned about saving face.

That makes sense, as the saying goes, no one is perfect. Where in this world is there a person who is flawless and without any shortcomings?

It's not incomprehensible that my father has this bad habit.

Bai Muxue then stopped overthinking and ate and drank with Bai Yuewei, chatting and laughing, while also entertaining the guests.

Before she knew it, a quarter of an hour had passed, and the night breeze hadn't come. Bai Muxue couldn't help but feel disappointed.

It seems Elder Lin won't be coming, Bai Muxue thought to herself.

Just then, Bai Muqing suddenly asked with a smile, "Cousin, didn't Uncle say that Elder Lin would come to our banquet? Why hasn't Elder Lin arrived yet?"

Bai Muqing really knows how to bring up the most sensitive topics.

Was he doing it on purpose?

Bai Muxue glanced at Bai Muqing, then remained silent and said nothing.

Bai Yuewei laughed and said, "Perhaps Elder Lin was delayed by something. As the third elder of the Shenmu Sect, Elder Lin must be very busy. It is normal for him to be late or even unable to come."

"That's true."

Bai Muqing said meaningfully, and gave his father, Bai Yuefeng, a smug look.

Half an hour passed before they knew it, and the night breeze still hadn't come.

Bai Muxue was now certain that Elder Lin would definitely not be coming.

Come to think of it, Elder Lin had already made it very clear: relying on others is not as good as relying on yourself, and asking others for help is not as good as asking for help from yourself.

To become stronger, to become someone others have to look up to, you can only rely on yourself. You won't achieve anything by relying on their influence or prestige.

From the very beginning, I shouldn't have had any unrealistic fantasies about this.

"Cousin, Elder Lin hasn't arrived yet," Bai Muqing reminded her again.

"Elder Lin probably won't be coming. Cousin, you don't need to remind me again and again. Elder Lin is of a very high status; he's not someone I can just invite whenever I want," Bai Muxue said coldly.

"I was just saying it offhand, cousin, don't be angry, hahaha..." Bai Muqing said with a smile.

Just then, Bai Yuefeng suddenly stood up: "Brother, I suddenly remembered that I have some things to take care of, please excuse me... Mu Qing, let's go."

"Yes, Father."

Bai Muqing smiled and stood up, then left with Bai Yuefeng.

Upon returning to the Bai family mansion, Bai Yuefeng immediately closed the door upon entering the room and even set up a barrier to isolate the inside from the outside.

In this way, there is no need to worry about anyone spying or eavesdropping outside.

"Father, it seems the news was right. Although Lin Bifeng, the Third Elder of the Divine Wood Sect, helped Bai Muxue at yesterday's selection meeting, he and Bai Muxue don't actually have a deep relationship. Moreover, after he helped Bai Muxue yesterday, their relationship is completely over. He definitely won't care about Bai Muxue anymore. Since that's the case, we don't need to worry!" Bai Muqing said excitedly.

Bai Yuefeng nodded in agreement and said, "I was worried that Lin Bifeng would become Bai Muxue's backer, but it seems I was overthinking it. Bai Muxue invited him to the banquet, but he didn't come, which is enough to show his attitude towards Bai Muxue."

"In that case, we really have nothing to be afraid of. Let's continue according to plan!"

Upon hearing the words "plan," a ruthless glint flashed across Bai Muqing's face.

"Father, are you sure you want to make a move tonight?" Bai Muqing asked.

"If we don't make a move tonight, when will we? Bai Muxue has already entered the Divine Wood Sect and is now a disciple of the Divine Wood Sect. Moreover, she is already at the ninth level of the True Essence Realm! If she advances further in the Divine Wood Sect and breaks through to the Divine Travel Realm, then she can become a protector of the Divine Wood Sect. At that time, she will be even more difficult to deal with!" Bai Yuefeng said through gritted teeth.

“Okay, I understand. I’ll signal them right now! The Black Wind Three Fiends are notorious assassins in our Qingling City. With their help and my assistance, Bai Muxue definitely won’t survive!” Bai Muqing said coldly.

After a pause, Bai Muqing continued, "Furthermore, Bai Muxue will head to the Shenmu Sect after the banquet. After all, tomorrow morning is the day when the Shenmu Sect's protectors preach and answer questions. Given Bai Muxue's personality, she definitely won't miss it! Therefore, the Black Wind Three Fiends and I will ambush her on the way, and we will definitely succeed!"

"Okay, let's do it this way!" Bai Yuefeng nodded, his face revealing a ruthless expression.

Bai Muqing and Bai Yuefeng were unaware that not long after they left, two people suddenly arrived at the banquet.

It was Sun Muqing and Jiang Lingxuan!

The arrival of Sun Muqing and Jiang Lingxuan surprised the guests in the private room.

Bai Muxue was overjoyed!

"Senior Sister Sun, Senior Sister Jiang, you actually came! I thought you weren't coming!" Bai Muxue said excitedly, and she stood up abruptly and quickly went to greet them.

Bai Yuewei stood up and asked, "Mu Xue, who are these two...?"

“Father, these are the personal disciples of Lin Bifeng, the third elder of the Shenmu Sect. This is Senior Sister Sun Muqing, and this is Senior Sister Jiang Lingxuan!” Bai Muxue quickly introduced them.

Bai Yuewei was overjoyed, and a bright smile appeared on his face.

Although Elder Lin didn't come, his disciple did, which is still very good!

Anyway, it's better than not coming at all!

Bai Yuewei was all smiles, his mouth almost crooked from laughing.

"I'm sorry, we were delayed on the way and we're late," Sun Muqing said with a smile.

Jiang Lingxuan then said directly, "Ye Feng... ah, no, Master isn't interested in the banquet, so he didn't come. But Mu Qing and I are very interested. We're here to freeload. Junior Sister Bai, you won't mind, will you?"

"How could I mind? Your willingness to come here is an honor for me. I'm overjoyed! Please sit down, please sit down, there's no need to be so polite."

Bai Muxue warmly invited Sun Muqing and Jiang Lingxuan to sit down.

Sun Muqing was a little reserved, and her expression was somewhat embarrassed.

However, Jiang Lingxuan was a straightforward woman and didn't care about anything else. She picked up her chopsticks and started eating.

The guests were very interested in Sun Muqing and Jiang Lingxuan, but also had some doubts.

Bai Muxue then explained from beginning to end how she met Ye Feng, Sun Muqing, and Jiang Lingxuan in the White Jade Forest.

After hearing this, all the guests suddenly understood.

"I was wondering why Miss Bai suddenly became acquainted with the Third Elder of the Shenmu Sect. It turns out it was through this good deed."

"Yes, yes, Miss Bai, you are so lucky."

"Miss Bai, with Elder Lin's protection, you are sure to have a bright future!"