Wang Xiaoqiang was slightly surprised when he saw Zhao Feiyan, then he showed a bit of delight. At the same time, he noticed that Zhao Feiyan was also looking at him, and from her expression, he saw that she was very excited as well.

At this moment, images flashed through Wang Xiaoqiang's mind... The icy beauty at Yan Mountain who had competed in the Armor Snatching Tournament with him, the captivating figure who had joined him in gathering the Water-Fire Lingzhi Mushroom in the deep ravine, the sensuous and intimate moment when their wet bodies touched while battling the Winged Snake in the burning Water Lotus, and the gentle expression on her face when she gave him the Jade Pendant...

Although they parted ways at Yan Mountain, they still thought about each other.

However, Wang Xiaoqiang noticed a hint of sorrow at the corner of Zhao Feiyan's lips as she smiled at him, and there was a trace of melancholy in her eyes.

That smile was somewhat like the Mona Lisa's smile.

Seeing this, Wang Xiaoqiang's heart sank. He wanted to go over and ask why she had such a smile.

But due to his status, he couldn't ask directly.

It wasn't until Madam Xingyue came forward to congratulate him that Wang Xiaoqiang pointed at Zhao Feiyan and casually mentioned to Madam Xingyue,

"Madam, your esteemed disciple is truly remarkable. Back then at the Yan Mountain Armor Snatching Tournament, if it weren't for her help, I might not be alive right now..."

"Sect Leader Wang, you're so humorous!" Madam Xingyue, noticing Wang Xiaoqiang's unusual gaze towards Zhao Feiyan, suddenly became alert and replied coldly, "However, my esteemed disciple indeed has extraordinary talent and is stunningly beautiful, otherwise she wouldn't have caught the eye of the Little Prince..."

Wang Xiaoqiang's heart trembled at her words. When he looked at Zhao Feiyan, her eyes were filled with confusion, and she bit her red lips, showing a look of grievance and sadness.

"What? The Constellation Sect intends to ally with the Imperial Clan?" Wang Xiaoqiang sneered at Madam Xingyue. "Can I understand it to mean that you are trying to curry favor with powerful nobles?"

In the Immortal Realm, a sect had significant control over its disciples, including their marriages. The sect was akin to the groom's family for male disciples and the bride's family for female disciples. The decisions about marriage, especially for highly talented and deeply cultivated disciples, were often made by the Sect Leader and the Elder Council.

"If you want to talk about currying favor with the powerful, it would be someone else saying that. Sect Leader Wang, you don't have the qualifications for that. Aren't you also someone who curries favor with powerful nobles, Marquis?" Madam Xingyue sneered sarcastically at Wang Xiaoqiang.

After some observation, she finally understood why Zhao Feiyan had continuously refused the Little Prince's marriage proposal. It was most likely because of this Wang Xiaoqiang standing before her.

Wang Xiaoqiang was a bit embarrassed and said, "So, Madam, you have agreed to marry Zhao Feiyan to the Little Prince..."

"Whether she gets married or not is a matter for our Constellation Sect," Madam Xingyue said displeasedly. "Is Sect Leader Wang intending to meddle in our sect's affairs?"

"Please don't misunderstand, Madam," Wang Xiaoqiang waved his hand. "Zhao Feiyan and I got to know each other at the Armor Snatching Tournament, so we do have a bit of fate. Although I have no right to interfere in her marriage, she is not just anyone; who wouldn't be moved? Naturally, I do not wish for her to suffer..."

"Suffer?" Madam Xingyue sneered. "Where did you see her suffering? Did she tell you that?"

As Madam Xingyue spoke, she turned her head and glared sternly at Zhao Feiyan, her narrow eyes gleaming coldly.

Zhao Feiyan's pretty face turned pale, and she bit her red lips tightly, lowering her eyes, not daring to meet Madam Xingyue's gaze.

"Of course not." Wang Xiaoqiang said. "Please don't wrong her. Ever since we parted at Yan Mountain, we haven't seen each other..."

"Then how do you know she's suffering?" Madam Xingyue turned back and coldly stared at Wang Xiaoqiang.

"Uh, it's called a tacit connection between hearts," Wang Xiaoqiang said. "I just felt it."

"Ha, a tacit connection between hearts," Madam Xingyue sneered. "It seems Sect Leader Wang is also a sentimental person. But unfortunately, you no longer have the chance. The Little Prince has already sent word that on the fifteenth of next month, he will come to the Constellation Sect to present the betrothal gifts. By then, Zhao Feiyan will be destined for the Little Prince... She may very well be married into the prince's manor this year..."

Zhao Feiyan trembled, lifting her eyes to look at Wang Xiaoqiang with a pitiful and pleading gaze.

"Little Prince? Which Little Prince?" Wang Xiaoqiang stared at Madam Xingyue, his eyes flashing coldly.

"Ann Batian, the legitimate son of King Ann!" Madam Xingyue emphasized each word, seemingly wanting to use King Ann to intimidate Wang Xiaoqiang.

"King Ann's legitimate son, fine, we'll see!" Wang Xiaoqiang sneered dismissively, then turned his gaze to Zhao Feiyan, giving her a comforting look before ignoring Madam Xingyue.

Once all the guests had arrived, Wang Xiaoqiang, under the persuasion of several elders, finally donned the attire of the Sect Leader of the Five Spirit Sect and took the stage to give a speech.

Although young, Wang Xiaoqiang's presence in the Sect Leader's attire emanated the dignity and majesty of a supreme leader. Occasionally, he even exuded a bit of an imperial aura, making everyone present today not dare to underestimate him. Especially the small star on his brow, symbolizing the Supreme Leader, added a lot of brilliance and charm to him.

Many female disciples couldn't help but look at him with fervent eyes, including several disciples of the sect, and even Jiang Yingxue couldn't help but think to herself how different this young Sect Leader is from the unscrupulous person he appeared to be in the Pill Room a few days ago — it's like he's a completely different person!

As she looked at Wang Xiaoqiang on the stage, Jiang Yingxue felt a slight ripple in her heart.

Seeing Wang Xiaoqiang become the head of a sect and the Supreme Leader, Zhao Feiyan also felt secretly pleased, and a faint smile appeared on her face.

However, this smile did not escape the eyes of Madam Xingyue, who sternly remarked, "Feiyan, Wang Xiaoqiang does appear quite outstanding, but no matter how outstanding he is, can he compare with the Little Prince? Yes, he's now a Sect Leader and a Marquis, but that's because His Majesty supports him. He's still a common adventurer at heart. If one day His Majesty no longer supports him, he will fall from grace and become a dead dog. Besides, I heard he offended King Ann at the Armor Snatching Tournament. King Ann wields immense power, and offending him is courting death...

The conflict hasn't escalated yet, Feiyan. No matter your past with Wang Xiaoqiang, if you hope for him to stay alive a bit longer, you must sever all ties with him. Otherwise, it will directly escalate the conflict between him and King Ann. Not only will Wang Xiaoqiang face death, our Constellation Sect will also be in jeopardy..."

Listening to Madam Xingyue's words, Zhao Feiyan's body trembled repeatedly. Although Madam Xingyue harbored ambitions to ally with King Ann, her words were not without reason. If due to this matter, the conflict between Wang Xiaoqiang and King Ann escalated, Wang Xiaoqiang's safety would indeed be at risk.

Wang Xiaoqiang might be favored by His Majesty, but his foundation was shaky, and he was far from powerful compared to King Ann. In a direct confrontation, Wang Xiaoqiang would surely suffer.

Thinking of this, Zhao Feiyan gritted her teeth and nodded resolutely, "Master, I understand!"

Seeing Zhao Feiyan suddenly become less willful, Madam Xingyue felt a bit surprised but also quite comforted. (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian.com to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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