She decided that even when faced with her mother's orders, she would maintain her stance and not be swayed by the schemes of the Mihuan Sect.

She must remain clear-headed, avoid being swallowed up by the vortex of power, and strive to find her own path.

Thus, Lin Wan'er had no choice but to follow the female disciple and head towards the direction of the Mihuan Sect.

Lin Wan'er arrived at the Mihuan Sect's residence, and as soon as she arrived, Hongwei came over warmly.

Her smile was warm, and her voice was full of affection: "Wan'er, you're finally here. Mom missed you so much."

Hongwei affectionately took Lin Wan'er's hand, trying to express the bond between mother and daughter.

However, Lin Wan'er's expression remained indifferent; her doubts and convictions were not easily shaken.

Lin Wan'er smiled slightly, but made no attempt to hide her wariness: "Mother, you asked me to come here this time, it can't be just because you miss me, right?"

Hongwei chuckled softly, a hint of something deeper in her eyes: "Wan'er, you are indeed clever. That's right, I do have something to tell you."

Lin Wan'er smiled faintly, signaling Hong Wei to continue.

Hongwei's smile gradually faded, and her voice became serious: "Wan'er, you know Jin Moyu, right?"

Lin Wan'er nodded. She had heard that Jin Moyu was a promising young cultivator and that he had a close relationship with the Mihuan Sect.

Hongwei continued, "I have had some collaborations with Jin Moyu's family before, and I recently learned that he has become interested in you."

Lin Wan'er frowned slightly, vaguely sensing that something was amiss: "Mother, you mean..."

Hongwei gave Lin Wan'er a deep look, a hint of scheming flashing in her eyes: "Yes, I plan to give you to Jin Moyu."

Lin Wan'er's pupils contracted sharply; she couldn't believe what she was hearing. She stood there, speechless for a moment, overwhelmed by intense revulsion and anger.

"Mother, how could you do this!" Lin Wan'er's voice echoed throughout the courtyard, filled with anger and disbelief.

Hongwei's expression remained unchanged. She said calmly, "Wan'er, you must understand that you are part of the Mihuan Sect. I am considering the future of the sect."

Lin Wan'er's fingers clenched into fists, her voice trembling: "I am not your pawn, nor a tool for you to gain profit! I have my own life and choices!"

Hongwei looked at Lin Wan'er, a cold glint in her eyes: "Wan'er, don't forget your identity. As a member of the Mihuan Sect, you have a responsibility to consider the sect's interests."

Lin Wan'er's eyes burned with anger, and she resolutely shook her head: "I will not marry someone I have never met, much less give up my own choice for your so-called interests!"

Hongwei's gaze gradually turned cold: "Wan'er, you'd better think it over. This is your opportunity, and also your responsibility."

Lin Wan'er's chest heaved violently, her voice filled with determination: "Mother, I will not yield, nor will I accept your arrangements."

Their eyes met, and coldness and anger filled the air. Lin Wan'er turned and left, leaving Hong Wei standing there alone, her expression even colder and her determination even stronger.

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Qin Ze brought Qin Yurou back to the family compound, where a lively atmosphere immediately enveloped them.

The family members chatted and laughed in the spacious hall. Qin Ze and Qin Yurou entered the hall, immediately attracting everyone's attention.

When Qin Zhan saw Qin Ze return, a satisfied smile appeared on his face: "Ze'er, I heard you performed exceptionally well in the secret realm, not bad."

Qin Ze smiled slightly and bowed, saying, "Father, you flatter me."

Qin Yurou also bowed to Qin Zhan and said with a smile, "Uncle, I seem to have heard that my cousin has achieved quite a bit in the secret realm."

Qin Zhan nodded, his eyes filled with pride: "Yes, Ze'er has won a lot of honor for the family in the secret realm."

The atmosphere in the hall gradually became lively, with family members surrounding Qin Ze and expressing their welcome and appreciation to him.

Qin Ze smiled and chatted with them, sharing some of his experiences and gains in the secret realm.

Meanwhile, Wang Ying and a young woman were talking in hushed tones nearby. Qin Yurou crept closer, her ears perked up, trying to hear what they were saying.

The woman pulled Wang Ying aside and whispered, "You big witch, tell me the truth, did you manage to capture the young master?"

Wang Ying did not deny it, but her face flushed instantly, she glared at the woman and left.

When the woman saw that Wang Ying wasn't telling the truth, she quickly chased after her again.

"Oh, you! You even kept it from me. All these years of sisterhood have been for nothing!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Yurou's heart skipped a beat. She glanced at the two people who were talking and immediately understood their relationship.

She couldn't help but sigh softly, a pang of sadness rising in her heart.

She knew there was no future for her and her cousin, but knowing that her cousin, whom she had always relied on, had a woman, stirred up a strange emotion within her.

After returning to her family, Liu Ruoxin happily found her grandfather and revealed her relationship with Qin Ze.

Inside the Liu family's ancestral hall, Liu Ruoxin stood before her grandfather, Liu Changying, and smiled, saying, "Grandpa, I have some good news to tell you."

Liu Changying raised his head, his gaze serious and displeased: "What good news?"

Liu Ruoxin smiled and said, "I'm with Qin Ze now."

Upon hearing this, Liu Changying's face immediately darkened. His brows furrowed, and he asked in a deep voice, "What did you say? You're with Qin Ze?"

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