Chapter 206: Nangong Lingling Goes to the Appointment

Upon hearing the Grand Elder's words, all the elders of Azure Cloud Sect instantly became alert.

As the saying goes, a weasel paying a New Year's visit to a chicken bears no goodwill.

The God-Ruling Sect took the initiative to visit and even presented such a generous gift; it turns out they were eyeing Li Yilan and Ye Xiaoji.

What a pity—wanting to take those two girls into the God-Ruling Sect, did he even ask Peak Master Lin whether he consents?

Seeing the Azure Cloud Sect members' emotions instantly surge.

Jiang Shanhai felt a thump in his heart, hastily waved his hands and explained: "Grand Elder, it's a misunderstanding, this really is a misunderstanding!"

"I have no designs on Azure Cloud Sect disciples; I truly came just to get acquainted, with no ill intent."

At this moment, he felt helpless and anxious.

Our ancestor clearly said the God-Ruling Sect had already submitted to Azure Cloud Sect.

But looking at these elders' reactions, they obviously know nothing about this.

However.

Our ancestor mentioned he would come later, so he decided to stay for now and explain after the ancestor arrives.

Hearing Jiang Shanhai's sincere words, everyone exchanged glances again.

The other party repeatedly claims no designs on Azure Cloud Sect's two disciples, yet they proactively visited and brought gifts—what could be the reason?

Jiang Shanhai, seeing this, hastily added: "I not only have no designs on these two disciples, but if you ever need anything, just speak up—I will spare no effort to help."

Having said that, his gaze was firm, his expression earnest.

Seeing Jiang Shanhai's resolute demeanor, everyone felt he was not lying.

Just as everyone was filled with doubt,

From outside the door came an urgent report: "Report to the Grand Elder, outside there is a man and a woman claiming to be the Sect Master and Miss of the Central Province Phantom Moon Sect, requesting an audience with Azure Cloud Sect!"

Hearing this, everyone's gazes instantly converged, filled with shock.

Phantom Moon Sect?

That is one of the five great sects of Central Province.

Usually lofty and having no dealings with Azure Cloud Sect, how could they suddenly come to visit?

Everyone turned their gazes toward the Grand Elder.

The Grand Elder was also bewildered, and looked toward Jiang Shanhai beside him.

Jiang Shanhai hastily shook his head, indicating this had nothing to do with him.

Then he solemnly said: "However, if the Phantom Moon Sect dares to make things difficult for you, the God-Ruling Sect will surely spare no effort to stand with Azure Cloud Sect!"

Hearing Jiang Shanhai's declaration,

The Azure Cloud Sect members couldn't help but suck in a breath of cold air.

The five great sects of Central Province, normally would never lightly go to war with each other.

Yet now they are willing to give their all for Azure Cloud Sect—what could they be after?

Everyone was shocked, filled with doubt, truly unable to fathom Jiang Shanhai's intentions.

The Grand Elder pondered a moment, stepped forward, clasped his hands, and said: "We appreciate Sect Master Jiang's good intentions, but we should first see how things develop."

Having said that, he ordered the attendants to bring in the Phantom Moon Sect Sect Master and Miss.

Soon after, two figures strode steadily into the hall.

Leading them was a middle-aged man of extraordinary bearing.

He wore a moon-white long robe with brocade, its sleeves embroidered with intricate, mysterious silver patterns.

With his steps, they swayed lightly, like flowing moonlight.

His features were distinct, with sword-like brows slanting into his temples, eyes deep and unfathomable like cold stars glittering in the night sky, revealing the dignity and profundity unique to those in high position, making one dare not meet his gaze directly.

In his every gesture, he was graceful and composed, exuding a powerful aura forged by years of experience and high station.

One could tell at a glance that he was no ordinary pond-dweller; he must be the Phantom Moon Sect Sect Master who has long held high office, controlling countless lives and deaths.

At his side was a young woman with delicate eyebrows and lovely eyes.

She wore a pale pink gauze skirt, its hem embroidered with exquisite flowers, as she walked a faint fragrance seemed to drift.

Her skin was snow‑white, seemingly breakable at a touch; beneath her willow‑shaped brows lay a pair of lively, large eyes like clear lake water, full of purity and curiosity in her every glance.

Her nose was small and straight, her lips naturally rosy; when she smiled, two shallow dimples appeared at the corners of her mouth, instantly endearing her.

Her glossy black hair was loosely bound with a light purple ribbon, a few strands falling onto her fair neck, adding a touch of playfulness and liveliness.

Such a girl was like a newly blossomed spring flower—fresh, unsophisticated, and endearing.

However, her eyes were veiled with a mist of water, as if tears might spill at any moment.

After the two entered the hall, the middle‑aged man's gaze flashed like lightning, swiftly sweeping over everyone present.

Finally his gaze settled on Grand Elder Mao Ping standing before the crowd.

He slightly raised the corner of his mouth, showing a perfectly proper smile, neither humble nor arrogant, and said: "I have long heard of Azure Cloud Sect's great name; today, Phantom Moon Sect Sect Master Nangong Batian specially brings my daughter Nangong Lingling to pay a visit."

"Please forgive any impropriety."

Nangong Batian's voice was deep and mellow, like a great bell, reverberating in the hall.

Hearing this voice, Grand Elder Mao Ping hurried forward and said: "Welcome, welcome, welcome the Phantom Moon Sect Sect Master and Miss Nangong for your visit."

Immediately, the Grand Elder continued: "I do not know why the Phantom Moon Sect Sect Master and Miss Nangong have come."

After all, the God‑Ruling Sect and Phantom Moon Sect of the Central Province's five great sects have arrived in succession; he naturally is on guard.

Nangong Batian smiled, then turned to Nangong Lingling beside him and said: "Lingling, you explain this."

Nangong Lingling nodded, then glanced over the crowd, but did not see the person she was looking for.

"Miss Nangong, it seems you are looking for someone?" Mao Ping asked.

Nangong Lingling replied: "That's right, I am indeed looking for someone."

I am looking for you, Lin Yang, the Peak Master of Heavenly Dao Peak of the Azure Cloud Sect.

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was stunned.

Lin Yang?

Nangong Lingling nodded.

After receiving Nangong Lingling's affirmation, everyone's hearts tightened again.

Could it be that Lin Yang has a conflict with the Phantom Moon Sect?

Mao Ping spoke up, asking: "Miss Nangong, I don't know what business you have with Peak Master Lin?"

Nangong Lingling raised her head and said decisively: "Naturally, I owe him one million spirit stones."

"Today, I have brought my father here to repay the debt."

Upon hearing this,

Everyone was stunned again.

Fortunately, it was a false alarm; Lin Yang and the two people present bear no grudge.

However, everyone is puzzled as to when Nangong Lingling owed Lin Yang one million spirit stones.

Mao Ping said, "Miss Nangong, I have never heard Peak Master Lin mention this, and moreover, Peak Master Lin is not here."

"Not here?" Nangong Lingling pouted slightly in disappointment.

After all, back then, Xiao Hei by Lin Yang's side saved her life in the dense forest; she promised to give him one million spirit stones, and now he says he has fulfilled it.

"Yes," the Grand Elder replied.

"Where is he now?" Nangong Lingling also asked.

"Peak Master Lin is unfathomable; I don't know either."

Mao Ping answered truthfully, "However, he might come at the Qingzhou Grand Competition tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, Nangong Lingling's eyes shifted and she made a decision.

"In that case, I will wait for him here."

Afterwards, Nangong Lingling strode into the room.

Seeing this, everyone looked at each other.

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