The council chamber fell completely silent.
Everyone looked at each other, seemingly confirming that they hadn't misheard.
A demon lord from the demon realm marrying into another family? Are you kidding me?
"Is that really true?"
Gao Feng said, "Sikong Ren said it himself. If we really want to get engaged, we must make a vow to heaven and earth."
"If that's the case, then the marriage can proceed."
"Once this marriage is arranged, our two realms will be at least safe and secure for the next thousand years."
"Sikong Ren sincerely wants to marry you, and he is willing to stay in our cultivation world. This marriage is entirely beneficial."
"Yes, Sikong Ren has given us a lot of face. If we refuse him, wouldn't that leave a hidden danger for the stability of both realms?"
Sect Leader Pei couldn't quite put his finger on what he was thinking.
He couldn't bear to part with his daughter, yet he didn't want to risk the peace and stability of the cultivation world.
Originally, it was thought that if the major sects discussed it, they might come up with a different opinion.
Unexpectedly, in the end, I still had to agree to the marriage.
The members of the major sects saw that Sect Leader Pei looked displeased. "Sect Leader Pei, it's only natural to be reluctant to part with your beloved daughter, but we must act for the greater good."
"Yes, yes, this is over a thousand years of peace between the two realms, it cannot be broken."
“Once we have a conflict with the demon realm, the demon realm will definitely seize the opportunity.”
Pei Tianming replied in a deep voice, "Don't worry, everyone. I know what's important when it comes to matters of principle."
The crowd showered Pei Tianming with compliments once again.
At Wuwang Peak, Qi Yan was kneeling outside Zhong Changyuan's courtyard gate, with many petals already scattered on his shoulders.
Clearly, Qi Yan had been kneeling here for a long time.
When Zhong Changyuan returned from outside, he saw this scene.
"Qi Yan, what are you doing?"
Qi Yan turned to Zhong Changyuan and said, "Master, when I returned from the foot of the mountain, I heard that Junior Sister is going to marry into the Demon Realm."
Sikong Ren frowned. "There's no conclusion on this matter yet."
Upon hearing this, Qi Yan understood that it was true.
Without a second thought, Qi Yan kowtowed three times.
"Master, please help me."
Zhong Changyuan paused slightly, then bent down to help Qi Yan up, saying, "There's no need for such a grand ceremony. Between us, master and disciple, there's no need for such formalities."
Qi Yan was Zhong Changyuan's first disciple, unlike Pei Zhi, who was accepted into the sect because of the sect leader's relationship.
Upon meeting Qi Yan for the first time, Zhong Changyuan immediately took a liking to Qi Yan and decided to make him his disciple.
Qi Yan is exceptionally talented and hardworking, making him one of the best among the younger generation.
Whether it's regular practice or being taught swordsmanship, Qi Yan grasps everything instantly.
He remained true to himself and never caused any trouble for his master, Zhong Changyuan.
Qi Yan insisted on remaining kneeling and not getting up. "Master, I have long admired Junior Sister. Please grant my wish."
"What?" Zhong Changyuan exclaimed in surprise, "When did this happen? You... you already knew about it?"
Qi Yan quickly shook his head, "This has nothing to do with Junior Sister, it's my Junior Sister I admire."
"I've always kept this in my heart, wanting to become more powerful so that I can ask the sect leader for her hand in marriage when she's older, but now..."
Zhong Changyuan turned his back, his fingertips trembling. Qi Yan actually had feelings for Pei Zhi?
Then what about what happened between him and Pei Zhi...?
If Qi Yan really does marry Pei Zhi in the future, does he want to watch his two disciples become a couple in front of him?
Zhong Changyuan realized that he had overestimated himself.
He felt a surge of anger whenever he thought of that scene.
"Pei Zhi is not a good match for you. Give up on that idea."
Qi Yan was unwilling to accept this, "Master, do you really want your little master to marry into the demon realm?"
"Rumors are circulating that Sikong Ren is ruthless and cruel, while Junior Sister is innocent and naive. How could she possibly marry him?"
Zhong Changyuan rebuked, "Pei Zhi's marriage to the demon realm is a great act of righteousness for the world and can maintain peace between the two realms."
"Besides, with us here, who would dare to bully her?"
Qi Yan, not to be outdone, asked, "Then, Master, what about Junior Sister's feelings? Is she really willing to marry an old man who is over a thousand years older than her?"
Zhong Changyuan's sharp eyes narrowed: "Shut up!"
Qi Yan quickly bent down, not daring to say anything more.
Zhong Changyuan clenched his fist and paced back and forth in front of Qi Yan.
Does being a thousand years older make someone an old man? How does that make someone an old man?
Zhong Changyuan sighed deeply, knowing that he hadn't controlled his temper.
"I cannot make this decision myself. Let me take you to see the sect leader."
Qi Yan's face was full of joy. His master's words meant that there was still room for maneuver.
On the main peak, Pei Tianming was enjoying tea in a good mood.
Having just been showered with compliments, Pei Tianming couldn't help but smile, even though he usually kept his expression neutral.
Gao Fengzhu sipped his tea and said, "Since everyone has no objections, shall we invite the Demon Lord over to discuss the marriage?"
Pei Tianming waved his hand, "No rush. He's the one who's proposing. We'll have to let them wait a while."
Master Gao Feng instantly understood that Sect Leader Pei was planning to act like a father-in-law.
Pei Tianming pondered, "After they get married, it wouldn't be appropriate for them to live on Wuwang Peak, would it? Shouldn't they move out?"
Master Gao nodded in agreement, "Yes, it should be given to the two of them within the sect."
Pei Tianming was about to say something when he was interrupted, who said that Zhong Changyuan and Qi Yan were requesting an audience.
Pei Tianming straightened his clothes and had the person brought in.
Upon entering the main hall, Qi Yan knelt down without saying a word.
Pei Tianming looked at Zhong Changyuan and asked, "What are you doing?"
Pei Tianming usually treated the disciples in the sect with great care, especially a genius like Qi Yan.
Zhong Changyuan said, "Sect Leader, he has something to say."
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