Old age (1)

Emperor Beichen let out a deep sigh. Ever since he learned about Hongzhuang's true identity, he knew it would be a difficult battle. However, he was even more aware that no matter how challenging it was, they had to see it through. It was Hongzhuang's destiny, and it was his responsibility as well. He wanted to see Hongzhuang happy, but without resolving everything, she would never truly find happiness.

Seeing the determination in Emperor Beichen's eyes, Situ Yan understood his decision. "It seems you have already made up your mind," he said.

Emperor Beichen nodded firmly. It was something he had never hesitated about. In that moment, he looked at Situ Yan, realizing that to help Hongzhuang, he would need the power of the Tian Gang Sect, and he needed his master's approval.

Situ Yan noticed Emperor Beichen's gaze and understood his intentions. With a kind and gentle look in his eyes, he smiled and said, "You are already the young master of the Tian Gang Sect, and I have already handed over the sect to you. How you choose to proceed is entirely up to you."

Hearing Situ Yan's words, Emperor Beichen was taken aback. He looked at Situ Yan in surprise and said, "Master, this..."

Situ Yan waved his hand. "Master believes in your decision. I have focused my energy on the Tian Gang Sect in the past, but now that you have grown up, I can entrust the sect to you. As for myself, I plan to find a way to make up for a great regret in my life."

Emperor Beichen looked puzzled as he observed Situ Yan. He had never known that his master had such a deep regret. From his master's expression, it was evident that this regret was extraordinary. Could it be related to his master's wife?

"Master, if you don't mind, could you tell me about it?" Emperor Beichen tentatively asked. His master had always appeared as a benevolent and dignified figure, a strong and resolute man. He had never seen his master so melancholic, and it exceeded his expectations.

Situ Yan smiled and glanced at Emperor Beichen. "Let's go. It's been a long time since our master-disciple duo had a drink together."

In the next moment, Situ Yan had already left the room. Watching his master's departing figure, Emperor Beichen's face lit up with a smile. He remembered that when he was young, his master would drink while he sat beside him, sipping water. It was only when he turned eight years old that he started drinking with his master. Since his master's departure, they hadn't had the chance to share a drink together. Thinking back now, it felt particularly nostalgic.

The Sect Master's residence was located at the highest peak of the mountain. Behind the residence, there was an open space with a gentle breeze and a wide view, serene and peaceful. Emperor Beichen and Situ Yan sat down on the grass. This meadow held countless memories for Emperor Beichen.

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