Seeing Cao Lun's excitement, Cao Tianming remained indifferent.
Inside the cold and damp passageway, where the temperature was almost below zero, Cao Tianming, who was only wearing a simple cloth robe, did not feel the slightest bit cold. A faint layer of spiritual energy seemed to shroud his body.
He turned his head to look at the man half a step behind him and said, "Cao Hao, is this the surprise you were talking about? It really is a surprise."
Cao Hao looked somewhat embarrassed. He gave an awkward laugh and looked at Cao Lun with a disappointed expression, saying, "Brother, what are you doing? How can you be so infatuated with a woman? You..."
In the end, he sighed heavily, his eyes filled with disappointment.
At this moment, Cao Lun couldn't care less about anything else. He quickly got up and respectfully bowed to Cao Tianming, his head hitting the ground with a thud. Then he raised his head and said, "I humbly request permission from the Ancestor."
The meaning of this sentence is quite obvious.
But Cao Tianming sneered, waved his sleeve, and didn't even look at him. "Permission? I don't understand?"
Cao Lun knew this was a deliberate attempt to make things difficult, but at this moment he had no choice but to calm down and say, "Ancestor, what I am talking about concerns Su Xuan'er. I hope you will grant my request."
Originally, if the ancestor hadn't come out of seclusion, he could have made all the decisions on his own, including his marriage to Su Xuan'er. Even if he were held accountable afterward, no one could do anything to him.
But that's not possible now. The Ancestor has come out of seclusion, and everything must be approved by him.
Therefore, after the initial joy of meeting the ancestor, that faint happiness slowly disappeared without a trace.
The patriarch, as a powerful figure with deep roots in the mountain stronghold, was able to create a three-way balance of power with the Ye family and the prefectural governor's mansion, becoming a force to be reckoned with in Tian Shu County.
It's no exaggeration to say that every day the patriarch was in seclusion was filled with fear and trepidation, because if the prefectural governor's office or the Ye family had any ulterior motives towards the mountain stronghold, then he, being merely a martial artist at the Divine Realm, would be completely powerless.
But things are different now. The ancestor has gone into seclusion, and judging from the aura surrounding him, he must have successfully broken through.
So, when he met those people, he spoke with more confidence.
Cao Tianming did not express his opinion, nor did his expression change.
Now, Cao Lun, who was kneeling on the ground waiting for a response, felt a little uneasy.
Seeing this, Cao Hao sighed softly.
He had been by the old ancestor's side for many years, so he naturally understood the old ancestor's thoughts. At this moment, the old ancestor was very unhappy, extremely unhappy.
There were some inside stories that Cao Lun was unaware of, but he was perfectly clear about them, especially regarding Cao Lun's situation.
To some extent, the patriarch Cao Tianming hoped that Cao Lun could not be entangled by worldly love and affection, and could focus on his spiritual cultivation to reach a higher realm of martial arts.
Cao Lun, on whom great hopes were placed, naturally possessed the qualifications.
However, if Cao Lun does not cherish this opportunity, then at a crucial moment, Cao Tianming will step in and force Cao Lun to firmly believe in his unwavering commitment to Xuan cultivation.
"If I don't allow it, what will you do?"
After a long while, the patriarch Cao Tianming spoke calmly.
Cao Lun was taken aback, then gave a bitter smile. He slowly raised his head, his dark eyes revealing a hint of confusion. After a while, his gaze gradually became firm, and he said, "Ancestor, I have already given the order for this matter. If it is changed at will, it may affect my prestige in the stronghold, and in the long run, it will be detrimental to the situation."
"Okay, very good. Now you're using this to fob me off. Very good."
Cao Tianming, the patriarch who had just emerged from seclusion, was taken aback by these words. He coldly waved his hand and then turned and disappeared.
Seeing this, Cao Hao sighed and looked at Cao Lun with a hint of disappointment, gritting his teeth and saying, "You really are my good brother. If you offend the ancestor, you won't be able to hold onto your position. Brother, how could you be so foolish?"
But after saying all this, Cao Lun remained completely unchanged.
Helpless, Cao Hao turned around and followed in the footsteps of the ancestor.
...
Ye Mansion
In the bridal chamber
Dressed in his wedding attire, Ye Ming sat on the table, the flickering firelight casting a long shadow of him.
Festive decorations.
But there was no festive feeling inside the house.
On the table, red wine glasses and a wine pot were neatly arranged.
Originally, there would have been some teasing and pranks during the wedding night, bringing the festive atmosphere to a climax. However, after Ye Mu of the Ye family welcomed everyone over, a series of games were met with Ye Ming's complete disregard, leading to an awkward atmosphere.
Finally, fearing that the situation was getting out of control, Ye Mu quickly dismissed everyone and made up a reason to get out of it.
The bridal chamber was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
Wearing a fiery red wedding dress and a red veil, a delicate face radiated happiness.
"Brother Ye".
After waiting for a long time without any movement, Wu Ying let out a soft cry and nervously shook her red lips.
According to etiquette, the groom is supposed to lift the red veil.
But she waited and waited, and the groom in her heart did not make a move.
As she waited patiently, she couldn't help but feel a mix of happy trepidation and anticipation.
Ye Ming finally came to his senses.
His dark eyes fell on Wu Ying, who was dressed in a fiery red wedding gown.
Without a doubt, if he hadn't met Su Xuan'er and experienced such a passionate love, he might have actually accepted the marriage and the pure love of his childhood sweetheart with whom he had grown up almost since they were little.
but……
It was still a bit late.
He slowly got up.
A few steps.
Standing in front of Wu Ying.
He reached out his hand.
Feeling Ye Ming right in front of her, and the familiar aura of the man wafting towards her, Wu Ying was very nervous. Her heart was pounding so hard it felt like it was about to jump out of her throat.
But... she waited for a while, but the person in front of her did not lift her veil.
Instead, he gently placed his broad palm on her head, just as he had done before.
"sorry……"
Ye Mingdao.
Beneath the fiery red veil, Wu Ying's face gradually turned pale.
She knew that this meant Ye Ming still saw her as a younger sister, not someone he would spend his life with.
She, who was usually quiet and reserved, suddenly found the strength to pull down her veil.
She looked up at Ye Ming.
Her clear, beautiful eyes were already brimming with tears.
"Brother Ye, why? Didn't you already promise me?"
"I……"
Ye Ming realized that he was now in a dilemma.
He never intended to hurt anyone until now, when he realized that he had hurt Wu Ying, his innocent and kind-hearted little sister.
"Brother Ye, is the person you like Sister Xuan'er?"
Wu Ying let out a soft breath and said.
A different emotion flickered in her clear eyes.
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