"You and I have dedicated ourselves to cultivation. Besides, we also teach disciples. Fu Chun is even more focused on quiet meditation, not concerning himself with external matters. The Sword Seal Institute is the same; it's understandable."

Her temperament is gentle, and she takes such matters lightly.

Resources are limited, and in recent years, the Wanhua Institute's voice within the sect has indeed been small.

Although it hasn't been openly bullied, there have been many covert obstacles.

"However, this time I heard from Su Xuan that he spent half a year pursuing and killing the sect's wanted Great Desert Wolf Smoke, and brought back its head. Yet, the promised Spirit Crystals and Martial Techniques have yet to materialize.

Even when I personally went to Sword Seal Peak, they only agreed to give Su Xuan the Martial Technique he wanted, but as for the Spirit Crystals… ha."

Master Fu Feng became angrier as he spoke.

Master Fuqing also appeared contemplative.

The sect is divided into nine institutes. With limited resources, it cannot be a monolith. The fundamental reason a sect can continue prospering lies in unity, solidarity, and a virtuous cycle.

But now…

"Since you came to see me, have you made any plans?"

Fu Feng nodded, "Neither of us desires conflict, so to expand our influence, we can only rely on external forces. I plan to take in some descendants of the Jiang Family as disciples, just like Jiang Zi Yun back in the day."

The reason Sword Seal Peak has remained resilient, in addition to its outstanding Secret Techniques and the abundance of strong individuals within, is that it accepts students from other noble families.

Through years of development, among many forces, you are in me, and I am in you.

Cooperation and opposition, who can truly say?

Perhaps today we are fellow brothers on Jiufeng Mountain, and tomorrow when out of the mountain, we may become life-and-death enemies facing each other's swords.

But at least, on Jiufeng Mountain, the identity of the Jiang Family people can help Wanhua Peak secure its rightful interests at Sword Seal Peak.

After a moment of silence, Fuqing spoke, "I have an old acquaintance with Jiang Bai. I will have him recommend a few legitimate sons from the Jiang Family for you, but…"

"Don't get your hopes too high."

Jiang Bai himself comes from a collateral branch and doesn't wield significant influence in the Jiang Family's main branch, but he has secured his position as the Steward of Chuannan Prefecture, thanks to his own connections.

"Then I will trouble you, Senior Sister."

...

Chuannan Prefecture.

In a luxurious mansion.

A purple Little Mink, with shifty eyes, was swiftly darting along the yard wall, much like a purple lightning bolt, moving too fast for the human eye to follow.

The Little Mink leapt onto a tree, then jumped into the arms of a young girl reading beneath it.

The girl furrowed her brows, catching the fishy smell from the Little Mink's mouth.

"Did you steal Sixth Uncle's fish again?"

The Little Mink gestured with its paws.

Soon, Jiang Bai's figure could be seen approaching from afar.

Jiang Zi Yun stood up and said with some embarrassment.

"I'm sorry, Sixth Uncle, Little Mink stole your fish again."

Jiang Bai waved his hand, "It's not its fault. We were playing hide and seek, and if it can eat the fish, it's due to its ability. Anyway, the fish were from Old Li of the Taiyi Alliance."

Jiang Zi Yun pursed her lips.

Inwardly, she thought it seems Sixth Uncle was the one who stole the fish.

I should not let Little Mink play with Sixth Uncle in the future, or it might pick up bad habits.

Unaware of Jiang Zi Yun's thoughts, Jiang Bai chuckled and spoke.

"Have you thought about returning to the family?"

Jiang Zi Yun was silent for a moment, then softly spoke, "Is someone coming with another marriage proposal?"

Jiang Bai awkwardly scratched his head and replied on his own,

"It's the fourth young master of the Liu Family from Taizhou."

"I can marry into the family, but the betrothal gift of ten thousand Spirit Crystals will belong to me."

Jiang Zi Yun said in a cold tone.

"Zi Yun, speaking like that will anger the old folks in the clan."

Jiang Bai said earnestly.

Jiang Zi Yun sneered, her eyes fixed on Jiang Bai, "Sixth Uncle, my parents died for the clan, what was my fate?"

Jiang Bai was at a loss for words.

Jiang Zi Yun, born beautiful, was planned by the clan for a political marriage from a young age, without any cultivation in Martial Dao, but instead learning harp, chess, calligraphy, and painting every day.

Jiang Bai endured the clan's pressure to take Jiang Zi Yun to Jiufeng Mountain.

Later, Jiang Zi Yun became friends with Shen Muyu, and due to the wariness of Shen Muyu's somewhat manic father, the voices from the clan finally faded away.

However, as Jiang Zi Yun grew up over the years, the whispers of political marriage resurfaced.

After all, a stunningly beautiful lady with exceptional Martial Arts Talent, who could also tame Innate Demon Beasts, could offer a lot through marriage alliances.

"Sigh, I can't help you for much longer in this matter, nor can Shen Muyu, unless..."

"I'll find someone to marry as soon as possible."

"The person you find should be able to..."

While speaking, Jiang Bai suddenly thought of something, "How did you find Xu Guang when you saw him last time?"

Jiang Zi Yun felt a stir in her heart but maintained a blank expression, "Ordinary."

What's Sixth Uncle implying here?

Jiang Bai hesitated, and eventually said,

"You could try to get closer. I have a good impression of this kid, but it's a pity that he hasn't come to Chuannan Prefecture yet. I was planning to bring him here as my deputy."

Jiang Zi Yun's expression grew increasingly complex.

Is Sixth Uncle hinting at something?

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