“Grandfather went to great lengths through connections to send you to Shenfeng Pavilion, where your cultivation also advanced rapidly. By all rights, Shenfeng Pavilion shouldn't make things difficult for you.”
Bai Yetian stated directly, “Did you perhaps offend someone?”
“Not really! Maybe it’s just that I’m too beautiful, so someone took a liking to me.” Bai Xue said with a helpless laugh, “To avoid forced marriage, I could only return to the family.”
“Since it’s what you don’t want, who can force you?”
Bai Yetian frowned, “What exactly happened? If you don’t explain clearly, how can I report back to Grandfather?”
“It’s Shangguan Hai, he’s been bothering me endlessly.” Bai Xue said helplessly, “That’s why I had to come back. Otherwise, if I were confined in Shenfeng Pavilion, I wouldn’t be able to return.”
“Shangguan Hai?”
Bai Yetian was slightly startled, “Isn’t he the Young Pavilion Master of Shenfeng Pavilion? How did you get involved with him?”
“I don’t know either! Maybe he’s just too outstanding.” Bai Xue shook his head helplessly.
Following these words, Bai Yetian furrowed his brow, “If what you say is true, this matter is likely to be troublesome. You should know that Shenfeng Pavilion is not something our Bai family can afford to offend.”
“I naturally know. In the entire Bailong Dynasty, there are One Palace, Two Valleys, and Three Sects, all of which are extremely top-tier forces,” Bai Xue said directly, “It is precisely because of this that I left Shenfeng Pavilion.”
“After returning to the family, pack your luggage!”
Bai Yetian frowned, “Go to another place to lie low. Don’t let anything happen.”
“I have already left Shenfeng Pavilion. How could Shenfeng Pavilion’s Young Master come all the way here?”
Bai Xue smiled, “So, Elder Brother, there’s no need to panic.”
“Who can say for sure about such matters? What if Shenfeng Pavilion’s Young Master comes in person, what will you do then?” Bai Yetian frowned.
“Shangguan Hai is notorious for his philandering. Even if I die, I will not marry him.”
Bai Xue stated firmly, filled with dissatisfaction. In his eyes, he had never considered Shangguan Hai to be significant.
“I naturally understand.”
Bai Yetian nodded. He had some understanding of the affairs in the Bailong Dynasty.
Upon entering the Bai Manor, Bai Yetian became somewhat curious, “What’s going on? Do we have guests at home?”
“Young Master, the Patriarch has asked for you to go to the main hall. There is a distinguished guest arriving today,” the Bai Manor’s steward said.
“A distinguished guest is arriving?”
Bai Xue was somewhat surprised, “How come I didn’t know?”
“They just arrived.”
The steward quickly said, “It seems they have quite a background, which is why the Patriarch is personally welcoming them.”
Bai Yetian, with a frown, led Bai Xue towards the main hall.
Not long after, they arrived at the main hall and upon seeing the scene before them, their expressions changed slightly.
“Xiao Xue, you’re finally here!”
A young man stood up and walked over to Bai Xue, appearing quite familiar and seeming to have great affection for Bai Xue.
“Why is it you?”
Bai Xue’s expression changed. He had never expected Shangguan Hai to come to Tianxian City.
“I once said I would marry you, and since it’s a vow I made, I naturally must fulfill it.”
Shangguan Hai said earnestly, “You don’t seem happy?”
“I’ve already told you I’m not interested in you, why are you still pestering me?” Bai Xue said coldly, “Is it just because you are the Young Pavilion Master of Shenfeng Pavilion?”
“Bai Xue, how can you say that? I am devoted to you!”
Shangguan Hai raised his hand, “Such wholehearted sincerity, coming to Tianxian City in person, isn’t that proof enough of my affection?”
Facing these words, Bai Xue’s face turned grim. He knew Shangguan Hai’s character all too well and could see through Shangguan Hai’s intentions.
“Xiao Xue, Young Pavilion Master Shangguan has come personally and has endured a long journey. You cannot let him down.”
Old Master Bai spoke, “If we can form a marital alliance with Shenfeng Pavilion, it would be our Bai family’s fortune.”
“Grandfather, this absolutely cannot be!” Bai Yetian quickly cupped his fists.
The elders accompanying Shangguan Hai frowned. Bai Yetian’s strong opposition was clearly not showing respect for Shenfeng Pavilion.
“Yetian, we have a distinguished guest at home. You must not be rude.”
Old Master Bai frowned, “If you have something to say, just speak directly!”
“My younger sister already has someone in her heart, and I’m afraid she cannot marry Young Pavilion Master Shangguan.” Bai Yetian stated directly, “Moreover, given our Bai family’s standing, how can we be worthy of Shenfeng Pavilion?”
“That’s indeed true!”
Old Master Bai nodded, “But when did Xiao Xue get someone in her heart?”
“To be honest, that person is my friend. They are mutually in love, and I have witnessed it myself.” Bai Yetian stated directly.
“That’s impossible. Bai Xue has always been in Shenfeng Pavilion and hasn’t gone out. How could she possibly know your friend?” Shangguan Hai said forcefully, “Could it be that my brother-in-law doesn’t want me and Xiao Xue to be together and is deliberately fabricating a lie?”
“Young Pavilion Master, please see clearly. How would I dare to act this way!”
Bai Yetian cupped his fists, “That person is at the tavern in Tianxian City. I would never deceive the Young Pavilion Master. I hope the Young Pavilion Master can find another suitable wife.”
“This is truly laughable. Our Young Pavilion Master coming here in person is already giving face to the Bai family. However, it appears the Bai family does not appreciate it.” Elder Qianqiu said coldly, “As an elder of Shenfeng Pavilion, I am also quite renowned. If the Bai family does not provide an explanation for today’s events, Shenfeng Pavilion will never let this matter rest.”
Following these words, the faces of the Bai family members turned grim. Shenfeng Pavilion was so overbearing; this matter was unlikely to end peacefully.
“Shangguan Hai, are you trying to make things difficult for my Bai family?”
Bai Xue said coldly, “If you are truly such a person, it will only make me detest you more.”
“Bai Xue, I am sincere towards you, but if you want to be with someone else, I will not agree.” Shangguan Hai said coldly, “I will go to the Tianxian City tavern right now and eliminate everyone connected to you!”
“Shangguan Hai, that’s enough!”
Bai Xue frowned, “I will not marry you, so give up on that idea.”
“Young Master, how can you speak to the Young Pavilion Master like that!” Old Master Bai interjected.
“Whether you marry me or not is not up to you to decide, as Old Master Bai has already agreed.”
Shangguan Hai smiled, “I am not here to seek your opinion, but to inform you.” Sudan Fiction Network
Old Master Bai frowned. Although he had been feigning ignorance, how could he not know that Shangguan Hai was not a good match?
“Why are you so shameless?”
Bai Xue said indignantly, “Even if I die, I will not yield to you.”
“Then go and die!”
Shangguan Hai narrowed his eyes, “I will be in Tianxian City for three days. After three days, I will take you back to Shenfeng Pavilion. Think it over yourself.”
After speaking, Shangguan Hai turned and left, his words extremely domineering. As the Young Pavilion Master of Shenfeng Pavilion, how could he be subservient?