Grand Elder, Han Hongyi

As Tao Congrong's words fell, there was a momentary silence in the surroundings.

Although everyone understood Han Xiling's feelings for Emperor Beichen, she had never openly admitted it.

Now Tao Congrong directly exposed everything, making the situation even more clear.

The gaze of the crowd fell on Emperor Beichen, wondering how he would respond.

Baili Hongzhuang also felt somewhat helpless. Han Xiling's current actions were undoubtedly self-defeating.

She thought Han Xiling would be a bit smarter and use some subtle methods behind the scenes, but she didn't expect them to be so straightforward as soon as they arrived at Tiangang Sect. It was truly unexpected.

"Tongrong!"

Han Xiling frowned and glared at Tao Congrong. She, Han Xiling, had always been a high and mighty princess. How could she show such a humble and pleading appearance in front of everyone?

Tao Congrong was startled, and then closed her mouth. Did she say something wrong again?

Only then did Han Xiling's gaze fall on Baili Hongzhuang. She smiled and said, "Miss Baili, you're here too."

Seeing Han Xiling skip over Emperor Beichen's words, the cultivators present looked at each other, already understanding from this attitude.

Baili Hongzhuang nodded gracefully, her exquisite and elegant face wearing a calm and polite smile. "We meet again, Miss Han."

Looking at Baili Hongzhuang's dignified and elegant appearance, a trace of anger flashed in Han Xiling's eyes. She didn't expect Baili Hongzhuang to be so skilled at pretending!

Clearly, she was just an unloved young lady from a minor general's mansion, yet she had to put on the facade of a noble young lady. It was truly disgusting!

Although Han Xiling found Baili Hongzhuang extremely displeasing, the cultivators present couldn't help but think that Baili Hongzhuang truly had an air of magnanimity.

Han Xiling's aggressive stance was evident from the moment she appeared, while Baili Hongzhuang remained calm and composed throughout.

When the two were compared like this, it was clear who was the winner and who was the loser.

If it weren't for everyone knowing the truth, they would have thought that Han Xiling and Baili Hongzhuang had swapped identities.

After Han Xiling and Baili Hongzhuang exchanged greetings, the atmosphere suddenly became tense.

Even though Han Xiling and Baili Hongzhuang wore smiles on their faces, everyone knew that these two women had already ignited the flames of war, only refraining from erupting in front of everyone.

Emperor Beichen furrowed his brows. Just as he was about to break the deadlock, a low and profound voice sounded.

"Young Master, you're back."

As this familiar and dignified voice rang out, everyone turned their gaze towards the source of the sound.

They saw an old man dressed in white robes slowly appearing in front of them. Despite his old age, the man had a hunched figure, but his eyes were exceptionally bright, giving off an air of dignity and competence.

Seeing the newcomer, Emperor Beichen also spoke up, "Elder Han."

Upon hearing this, Baili Hongzhuang immediately understood. This person was Han Xiling's grandfather, Han Hongyi, the Grand Elder of Tiangang Sect.

"Greetings, Elder Han." Baili Hongzhuang bowed, as she would observe the appropriate etiquette now that she was in Tiangang Sect.

"Greetings, Elder Han."

All the disciples present saluted, as Han Hongyi held a high position in Tiangang Sect.

When the Young Master was not present in Tiangang Sect, many matters were decided by Han Hongyi.

It was precisely because of this that Han Hongyi's prestige was beyond doubt.

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